INTESTINAL HELMINTHS FROM THE VIEWPOINT OF TRADITIONAL PERSIAN MEDICINE VERSUS MODERN MEDICINE

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 58
Author(s):  
Arezoo Moini Jazani ◽  
Ramin Farajpour Maleki ◽  
Abdol Hasan Kazemi ◽  
Leila Ghasemi Matankolaei ◽  
Somayyeh Taheri Targhi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Persian Medicine ◽  
Modern Classification ◽  
History Of ◽  
Traditional Persian Medicine ◽  
Human Digestive System ◽  
Old Persian ◽  
Classification And Treatment

Background: Traditional Persian Medicine (TPM) has a history of almost 10,000 years with practice and experience aspects. The existing information and experiences of physicians such as Avicenna clearly show the vast amount of knowledge in the classification and treatment of pathogenic worms. The aim of this paper was the description of the various types of helminths along with their treatment in medieval Persia and comparing them with new medical findings. Materials and Methods: We searched main Traditional Persian Medical and pharmacological texts about etiology, manifestation, diagnosis and treatment of worms in the human digestive system and the out come was compared with the data extracted from modern medical sources. A list of medicinal plants was also extracted from traditional pharmacological books and the anthelmintic properties of these plants were checked in Google Scholar, Scopus, PubMed and Ulrich's databases. Results: The results show the existence of theories on pathogenicity, physiopathology, symptoms and the classification of worms in TPM. TPM philosophers have divided worms into four groups and there is not great difference between old Persian and Modern classification. The old Persian scholars have explained a treatment procedure using a list of 48 medicinal plants and the anthelmintic effect of 23 plants have been shown in modern medicine studies. Conclusion: This study shows a more in-depth and thorough classification of pathogenic worms, their pathogenicity, symptoms and treatments in Traditional Persian Medical compared to Greek Medicine so that old Persian classification may be the base of modern taxonomy. More clinical trials are suggested for the efficacy and safety of these plants.

scholarly journals Bloating

2016 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 154-159 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohsen Naseri ◽  
Mahmoud Babaeian ◽  
Farzaneh Ghaffari ◽  
Mohammad Kamalinejad ◽  
Awat Feizi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Scientific Data ◽  
Nasal Discharge ◽  
Persian Medicine ◽  
Traditional Persian Medicine ◽  
Place Of Origin ◽  
Review Study ◽  
Digestive Disorders

Bloating and abdominal distention are common complaints present in quite a number of organic and functional diseases. An important subject in traditional Persian medicine is digestive disorders, particularly bloating and its etiology. This is a literature review study conducted on The Canon in Medicine written by Avicenna and using the keywords: bloating, gas. In this article, causes for bloating, according to Avicenna, include diet causes, inappropriate lifestyle, gastrointestinal, and miscellaneous reasons. These were compared with causes suggested in modern medicine. Avicenna classifies causes based on the place of origin into upper part of the abdomen (stomach) and intestinal part of the abdomen. Also, 38 medicinal plants used as remedies were listed. Modern scientific data support all bloating causes that have been mentioned in the canon. Obviously, some causes such as uterine disorders and posterior nasal discharge need to be studied further.

Medicinal Plants for the Treatment of Asthma: A Traditional Persian Medicine Perspective

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (11) ◽  
pp. 1623-1632 ◽  
Author(s):  
Behjat Javadi ◽  
Amirhossein Sahebkar ◽  
Seyed Ahmad Emami
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Persian Medicine ◽  
Traditional Persian Medicine

An Evidence-Based Review of Antitussive Herbs Containing Essential Oils in Traditional Persian Medicine

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayda Hosseinkhani ◽  
Bijan Ziaeian ◽  
Kamran Hessami ◽  
Mohammad Mehdi Zarshenas ◽  
Ali Kashkooe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Essential Oils ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Herbal Remedies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Online Databases ◽  
Persian Medicine ◽  
Troublesome Symptom ◽  
Traditional Persian Medicine

Background: Cough is one of the most common medical symptoms for which medical advice is sought. Although cough is a protective reflex responsible for clearing the airways from secretions and foreign bodies, it can be a troublesome symptom that causes discomfort to patients. Due to the increasing interest in herbal remedies in the both developed and developing countries, in the current study, we aimed to overview medicinal herbs containing essential oils used as antitussive agents according to the Traditional Persian Medicine [TPM] textbooks. We summarized the relevant scientific evidence on their possible pharmacological actions. Methods: To collect the evidence for treatment of cough or “seaal” [cough in ancient books] from TPM sources, five main medicinal Persian manuscripts were studied. The antitussive herbs were listed and their scientific names were identified and authenticated in accordance with botanical reference books. ScienceDirect and PubMed online databases were searched for related mechanisms of action of the reported medicinal plants. Results: The number of 49 herbs containing essential oils were recommended in TPM for the treatment of cough; 21 of them had at least one known mechanism of action for cough suppression in the scientific literature. According to this review, most of the cited medicinal plants were assessed for either nitric oxide inhibitory or antitussive/expectorant activities. Conclusion: In addition to advantageous effects of antitussive herbs noted by TPM, the present review highlighted some recent evidence-based data on these promising candidates that could be used as an outline for future research on their medicinal use.

An Investigation on the Properties of Zingiber officinale Rose and Its Application in Nutrition and Medicine Based on Scientific and Islamic Texts

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hamed Fathi ◽  
Fatemeh Faraji ◽  
Niusha Esmaealzadeh ◽  
Shahram Eslami ◽  
Mohammad Bagher Mohammadi Laeeni
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Studies ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Zingiber Officinale ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
Laboratory Studies ◽  
Scientific Databases ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Persian Medicine ◽  
Traditional Persian Medicine

Introduction: Zingiber officinale Rose (ginger) has been used for many purposes in traditional medicine since 2500 years ago. This study intends to introduce the ginger plant, some of their applications in the field of human health in traditional and modern medicine, and their conformity with Islamic and Quranic findings. Material and Methods: Administrative and therapeutic information of ginger plant has been searched in related and valid books, scientific databases including Web of Science, PubMed, SID, Google Scholar, and Scopus. Ginger keyword has been searched in the Quran and hadiths and its medicinal and pharmacological properties; also in traditional Persian medicine and laboratory studies, the day, was collected from published articles. In order to confirm the obtained information, it was matched with Quranic and narration versions, and the obtained information was analyzed, compiled, and presented. Results: Avicenna has mentioned the positive effects of ginger in his Canon of Medicine. The Food and Drug Administration of the Ministry of Health in Iran has also introduced ginger as a dietary supplement. Ginger is one of those plants which name is mentioned in the Quran, in verse 17 of Surah Al-Insan. In narrations and quoting scientists as well as in modern medicine and articles, the effects and application of this plant in the field of medicine and nutrition have been mentioned. Conclusion: The results have shown that the use of ginger in nutrition as a spice or supplement and in Persian medicine as a medicament has a scientific and practical basis, and studies on this issue are confirmed both in science and Islam. Findings obtained from laboratory and clinical studies can also be effective in the proper use and preparation of appropriate medicinal forms of this plant.

scholarly journals Factors Affecting Tendency and Adherence to Traditional Persian Medicine: A Qualitative Study

2021 ◽  
Vol In Press (In Press) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mansoureh Sabbagh-Bani-Azad ◽  
Roja Rahimi ◽  
Abbas Kebriaeezadeh ◽  
Mohammad Mahdi Zolfagharzadeh ◽  
Akbar Abdollahiasl
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Saturation Point ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Medical Discipline ◽  
Persian Medicine ◽  
Traditional Persian Medicine ◽  
Based Medicine ◽  
Depth Interviews

Background: Adherence to medications is crucial for them to be effective. Traditional Persian Medicine (TPM) is an ancient medical discipline originated from old Persia and is currently used along with modern medicine in Iran. Evaluating the factors affecting adherence to TPM can have far-reaching implications for policymakers to make informed decisions. Objectives: This qualitative study investigates the factors affecting tendency and adherence to TPM among Iranians. Methods: We collected data from stakeholders in TPM using a focus group involving 13 participants and by conducting four in-depth interviews. The saturation point was reached at the 4th interview. We recorded all the interviews and then transcribed them verbatim for thematic content analysis. Results: We obtained 297 codes and 29 sub-themes for the factors affecting adherence to TPM, including the factors affecting compliance and tendency. Then we extracted the main themes. People’s beliefs, the inherent characteristics of traditional medicine and its status quo, attempts to bring about positive changes to TPM, and the problems facing the modern health system were the main factors affecting adherence to TPM. Conclusions: Despite many strenuous efforts in Iran to study TPM along with the lines of evidence-based medicine, policymaking, financing, patients’ and healthcare providers’ education, popular beliefs, and administrative transparency are needed to be addressed more adequately to promote adherence to TPM and help build integrative medicine in Iran’s healthcare system.

scholarly journals Management of Breast Milk Oversupply in Traditional Persian Medicine

2017 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 1044-1050 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marya Kabiri ◽  
Mohammad Kamalinejad ◽  
Farnaz Sohrabvand ◽  
Soodabeh Bioos ◽  
Mohammad Babaeian
Keyword(s):  
Breast Milk ◽  
Current Literature ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Current Medical ◽  
Medical Resources ◽  
Persian Medicine ◽  
Natural Remedies ◽  
Traditional Persian Medicine ◽  
Medical Concepts

Comprehensive explanation about milk oversupply is not available in the current literature because few studies have been done on this topic. In traditional Persian medicine, milk oversupply and its management have been described. The aim of this study was to investigate milk oversupply from the perspective of medieval Persian practitioners. In this study, some main medical resources of traditional Persian medicine such as Al-Havi and the Canon of Medicine were studied to extract valuable information about milk oversupply. Etiology of milk overproduction according to traditional Persian medicine is based on humors theory and cannot be easily compared with current medical concepts. Diet modifications and natural remedies have been applied for managing this condition but the majority of traditional Persian medicine interventions for reducing milk oversupply have not been scientifically investigated in modern medicine. The knowledge of milk oversupply in traditional Persian medicine may be helpful to conduct further related studies.

INTESTINAL HELMINTHS FROM THE VIEWPOINT OF TRADITIONAL PERSIAN MEDICINE VERSUS MODERN MEDICINE

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 58-67
Author(s):  
Arezoo Moini Jazani ◽  
Ramin Farajpour Maleki ◽  
Abdol Hasan Kazemi ◽  
Leila Gbasemi Matankolaei ◽  
Somayyeh Taheri Targhi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Intestinal Helminths ◽  
Persian Medicine ◽  
Traditional Persian Medicine

“The Art or Mystery of Physick” – Asante Medicinal Plants and the Western Ordering of Botanical Knowledge

2016 ◽  
Vol 44 ◽  
pp. 27-62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tom C. McCaskie
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
West African ◽  
Tabular Form ◽  
The West ◽  
Global Expansion ◽  
The Core ◽  
Botanical Knowledge ◽  
History Of ◽  
Longue Duree

Abstract:This paper deals with aspects of the still relatively neglected history of African medicinal plants. The core of the paper is a discussion in tabular form of the plants collected in the West African forest kingdom of Asante in 1817 by Henry Tedlie, a member of the well known English mission led by Thomas Bowdich. More generally, the paper considers episodes in the accumulation of Akan, Asante, and African plant specimens by Europeans, and the eventual classification of these in a western authorized botanical taxonomy that is now in worldwide use. The gathering of potentially medicinal plants is a little studied facet of European global expansion, from exploration to colonialism and beyond, and of the sovereign scientific orthodoxy that became established alongside it. The paper frames and discusses relevant details of this process over thelongue durée, from pre-Linnaean taxonomies to current controversies over bioprospecting.

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