UrolithiasisHabs-e-Bawl (related to urinary obstruction) or Jirahat-e-Kuliya (kidney stones) — classical name in Unani

Overview

Urolithiasis, as described by Ibn Sina, is a condition characterized by the formation of stones within the urinary tract, specifically in the Kuliya (kidneys) and Masana (urinary bladder).

According to Unani principles, the development of these stones can be attributed to several factors. These include a Zof-e-Quwwat-e-Dafia (weakness of the expulsive power), Sue-Mizaj-e-Haar (impairment of a hot temperament), and Iltihab-e-Kuliya (inflammation of the kidney). Other contributing causes involve Zof-e-Kuliya (weakness of the kidney), Qurooh-e-Kuliya (renal sepsis), and Ehtibas-e-Mawaad fasida (retention of morbid excreta).

Further contributing factors to Urolithiasis in the Unani system include Ghaleez Madda (viscous matter), a sedentary lifestyle, indigestion, Soo-e-Mizaj-e-Jigar (liver function disorder), and Ehtibas-e-Madda-e-Ghaleez (retention of purified matter). Understanding these underlying causes is crucial for both prevention and treatment within the Unani framework.

Causes According to Unani

• 💨 Zof-e-Quwwat-e-Dafia (Weakness of power of expulsion)
• 🔥 Sue-Mizaj-e-Haar (Impairment of hot temperament)
• 🦠 Iltihab-e-Kuliya (Inflammation of kidney)
• 💧 Zof-e-Kuliya (Weakness of kidney)
• 🦠 Qurooh-e-Kuliya (Renal sepsis)
• ❌ Ehtibas-e-Mawaad fasida (Retention of excreta)
• 💧 Ghaleez Madda (Viscous matter)
• 🧘 Sedentary Lifestyle
• 🍽️ Indigestion
• 🧠 Soo-e-Mizaj-e-Jigar (liver function disorder)
• ❌ Ehtibas-e-Madda-e-Ghaleez (Retention of purified matter)

Signs & Symptoms Recognised in Unani

• 💧 Pain in the kidney region (Kuliya)
• 💧 Pain in the urinary bladder (Masana)
• 💧 Difficulty in urination
• 💧 Blood in urine
• 💧 Frequent urge to urinate
• 💧 Sensation of a foreign body in the urinary tract
• 💧 Fever (if inflammation or infection is present)
• 💧 Nausea and vomiting (in severe cases)

Herbs & Natural Substances

Therapeutic Approaches in Unani

In Unani medicine, the treatment of urolithiasis focuses on addressing the underlying causes and promoting the expulsion of stones. Internal treatments often involve the use of lithotriptic (Mufattit) and diuretic (Mudarrat) agents to help break down and flush out stones. Strengthening the kidneys (Muqawwi-e-Gurdah) is also a key aspect of internal therapy.

Dietary modifications are crucial for managing urolithiasis. Patients are advised to increase their fluid intake and avoid foods rich in calcium salts, such as spinach and tomatoes. Certain foods are recommended for their lithotriptic and diuretic properties, including horse gram (Habbul Qilt), green radish leaves, radish salt, ammonium chloride (Nausahdar), and cucumber seeds.

Preventive measures and health-promoting tips are integral to the Unani approach. This includes avoiding the consumption of Chikoo and spinach, and refraining from delaying urination. For individuals with bilateral stones, it is important to investigate and address any underlying contributing factors to prevent recurrence.

Dietary Guidance

Lifestyle & Daily Routine

• ✅ Take plenty of oral fluids.
• ❌ Avoid deferring micturition calls.
• ❌ Avoid sedentary lifestyle.
• ❌ Avoid indigestion.
• ❌ Avoid liver function disorder.
• ❌ Avoid retention of excreta.
• ❌ Avoid retention of purified matter.
• ❌ Avoid impairment of hot temperament.
• ❌ Avoid renal sepsis.
• ❌ Avoid inflammation of kidney.

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