Worm infestation (Krumi) and its Ayurveda Etiopathogenesis.

Abstract

Description of Krumi available in Atharvaveda and in Samhitas since vedic period in details. Krimi Roga is very common in children as well as adults now a days which mainly occur as intestinal infection. Worm infestation can be corelated to Krumi in Ayurveda and Worm infestation (intestinal worms) is the common health complaint of the public in the routine practice. In present life, people are lacking in awareness about their diet habit this results in increasing prevalence of Krimiroga and they remain as it is or without diagnosed. Nidana like Diwaswapa, Ajeernasana, Asatmya, Virudha, Bhojana etc. Create agnimandya and a favorable atmosphere in the koshtha for the growth of Krumi and diet like green vegetable (parashaka), pistanna Godhyma etc. create major bulk of faeces. This accumulation of faeces gives favorable, environment for the growth of various krumis.