Prameha (Sanskrit: प्रमेह) is a Sanskrit term in Ayurveda that refers to a group of urinary disorders, including diabetes mellitus. The term “Prameha” literally means “obstinate urinary disorders”.
In Ayurveda, Prameha is classified into four main types based on the dominant dosha involved:
1. Kaphaja Prameha (Kapha dominant): characterized by excessive urine production, sweet taste, and whitish color.
2. Pittaja Prameha (Pitta dominant): characterized by burning sensation while urinating, yellowish color, and sour taste.
3. Vataja Prameha (Vata dominant): characterized by painful urination, dark yellow color, and astringent taste.
4. Tridoshaja Prameha (all three doshas involved): characterized by a combination of symptoms from each dosha.
Ayurvedic practitioners treat Prameha through:
– Dietary modifications (e.g., avoiding sweet, sour, and salty foods)
– Herbal remedies (e.g., Turmeric, Guduchi)
– Yoga and exercise (e.g., gentle postures, breathing exercises)
– Stress reduction techniques (e.g., meditation, deep breathing)
– Panchakarma procedures (e.g., purgation, enemas)
By addressing the underlying imbalances and promoting healthy urinary function, Ayurveda aims to manage and prevent complications of Prameha.