General Medicine
Question #2526
112 days ago
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nichay - #2526

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I’ve heard about the Ayurvedic concept of nichay, but I don’t fully understand its meaning or significance in treatments. From what little I’ve read, it seems to involve the determination of how a disease progresses or resolves. How is nichay used by Ayurvedic practitioners during diagnosis? For example, I’ve been dealing with recurring throat infections and want to know if nichay can help determine whether my condition is chronic or temporary. Is it connected to understanding the deeper causes of dosha imbalances, or is it more about observing symptoms? I’d love a clearer explanation of nichay and how it’s applied in real-life Ayurvedic treatments. If anyone can share examples, it would really help.

Nichay
Ayurvedic diagnosis concepts
Dosha analysis
Chronic condition evaluation
Traditional medicine principles
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Dr Sujal Patil
Experience of 14 years in clinical and research field of Ayurveda. I am a Science based evidence based Ayurveda practitioner and incorporate accurate diet regimen and minimal medication in my practice with faster results sans no side effects.
101 days ago
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In Ayurveda, Nichay refers to the process of making a definitive diagnosis or conclusion about a disease, its root cause, and prognosis. It’s a critical step in treatment planning. Here's how it applies: Significance of Nichay: It involves understanding the stage, nature, and cause of the disease by analyzing dosha imbalances and symptoms. Focuses on determining whether a condition is acute, chronic, or reversible. How Practitioners Use Nichay: Observation of Symptoms: Analyze signs like inflammation, pain, or frequency of recurrence (e.g., in your throat infections). Assessment of Doshas: Identify imbalances in Kapha (mucus) or Pitta (inflammation) contributing to recurring infections. Determination of Chronicity: Evaluate if your throat infections are due to deep-seated causes (e.g., low immunity or poor digestion) or temporary triggers (e.g., seasonal changes). Application in Your Case: Nichay can help identify whether your recurring throat infections stem from weakened agni (digestive fire), ama (toxins), or external factors like diet and environment. Based on this, personalized remedies and lifestyle changes would be recommended to address the root cause, not just symptoms. Nichay is about looking beyond surface symptoms to offer tailored and sustainable treatment. Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner for a detailed evaluation.
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