Pranam Q1 Organ donation is new to the west but not here. ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION IN VEDAS
1 Decisions about organ donation and transplantation are left to individuals to make, but there are many references that support the concept of organ donation in Hindu scriptures. In the list of ten Niyamas (or virtuous acts) in the Hindu scriptures, Daan (or selfless giving) is third, and is held as being very significant within the Hindu faith. That which sustains is accepted and promoted as Dharma (righteous living). This could also be seen as supporting the idea of organ donation. But, the only constraint on the idea of organ donation is imposed by the very nature of Dharma. Every act or intention of anyone should be *dharmik*. Therefore, it is right to donate organs, only if the act of donating an organ has beneficial results. In Hindu mythology there are also traditions which support the use of body parts to benefit others. Scientific papers also form an important part of the Vedas. Sage Sushruta looks at features of organ and limb transplants, and Sage Charaka deals with internal medicine. *~ BBC* *2 “*Of all the things that it is possible to donate, to donate your own body is infinitely more worthwhile.” The Manusmruti Life after death is a strong belief of Hindus and is part of an ongoing process of rebirth. The law of Karma decides which way the soul will go in the next life. The Bhagavad Gita describes the mortal body and the immortal soul in a simple way like the relationship of clothes to a body: “As a person discards the old worn out clothes to put on new ones, the eternal soul discards the old body on death and takes re-birth into a new one.” Bhagavad Gita, chapter 2:2 3 Sage Charaka deals with internal medicine while Sage Sushruta includes features of organ and limb transplants: “According to Hindu religion, the word charity (Seva) has deep meaning in that donating a part of your body to give a life to another person is the highest form of charity (Seva) you can participate in during and after life. Nothing in the religion is beyond that. The word charity (Seva) is elaborated in Gitaji, Vedas and Upanishads.” 4 In puranas, if there is a story of transplantation, one has to see the person, social necessity, correct intention, etc., In case of Vajrayudha, no other way was there to put a full stop for the Vrtrasura's menace to Earth and Heaven. Only Dadhichi possessed the strength of diamond in his back bone that was gained by thousands of years of Tapasya. Bone was removed as he was alive. Else Indra and other devatas will be summoned with "Brahma Hatya Dosha. Tirukkural said ANBILAR ELLAM THAKKURIYAR ANBUDAYAR ENBUM URIYAR PIRARKKU One who is selfish takes all unto him only; but those who live others even helpwith his bone. ( Datheechi) 5 The definition of an ideal surgeon according to the great surgeon Sushrutaa is “A person who possesses courage and presence of mind, a hand free from perspiration, tremor less grip of sharp and good instruments and who carries his operations to the success and advantage of his patient who has entrusted his life to the surgeon. The surgeon should respect this absolute surrender and treat his patient as his own son.”The ancient surgical science was known as Shalya Tantra. Shalya means broken arrow or a sharp part of a weapon and Tantra means maneuver. Shalya Tantra embraces all processes, aiming at the removal of factors responsible for producing pain or misery to the body or mind. Since warfare was common then, the injuries sustained led to the development of surgery as refined scientific skill. The Rigveda mentions that Ashwini Kumaras known as Deva Vaidya were the chief surgeons of Vedic periods, who had performed rare legendary surgical operations which included the first plastic surgery to re‑join the head and trunk of saint Chyavana when Dakshya cut his head. Their other classic work included an eye operation of Reejashva, the implantation of teeth of Phushna in the toothless mouth, and the transplant of head of elephant on Ganesh whose head was cut by Lord Shiva. They transplanted an iron leg on Bispala the wife of King Khela who lost her leg in war. Ashwini Kumaras had performed both homo‑and hetro‑transplantation during the very the ancient time of Rigveda which is estimated about 5000 years ago. Craniotomy and brain surgery were also practiced in a more sophisticated way. 6 , Charak Samhita, Sushrutaa Samhita, and Ashtanga Sangraha are the three main pillars of Ayurveda. Charak Samhita and Ashtanga Samhita mainly deal with medicine knowledge while Sushrutaa Samhita deals mainly with surgical knowledge. Complicated surgeries such as cesarean, cataract, artificial limb, fractures, urinary stones plastic surgery, and procedures including per‑and post‑operative treatment along with complications written in Sushrutaa Samhita, which is considered to be a part of Atharva Veda, are surprisingly applicable even in the present time. 7 Sushruta has described surgery under eight heads: Chedya (excision), Lekhya (scarification), Vedhya (puncturing), Esya (exploration), Ahrya (extraction), Vsraya (evacuation), and Sivya (suturing).All the basic principles of surgery such as planning precision, hemostasis, and perfection find important places in Sushruta’s writings on the subject. He has described various reconstructive procedures for different types of defects.His works are compiled as Sushrutaa Samhita. He describes 60 types of upkarma for treatment of wound, 120 surgical instruments and 300 surgical procedures, and classification of human surgeries in eight categories.To Sushruta, health was not only a state of physical well‑being but also mental, brought about and preserved by the maintenance of balanced humors, good nutrition, proper elimination of wastes, and a pleasant contented state of body and mind.For successful surgery, Sushruta induced anesthesia using intoxicants such as wine and henbane (Cannabis indica).He treated numerous cases of Nasa Sandhan (rhinoplasty), Oshtha Sandhan (lobuloplasty), Karna Sandhan (otoplasty). Even today, rhinoplasty described by Shushruta in 600 BC is referred to as the Indian flap and he is known as the originator of plastic surgery.He described six varieties of accidental injuries encompassing all parts of the body. 8 They are described below:• Chinna ‑ Complete severance of a part or whole of a limb• Bhinna ‑ Deep injury to some hollow region by a long piercing object• Viddha Prana ‑ Puncturing a structure without a hollow• Kshata ‑ Uneven injuries with signs of both Chinna and Bhinna, i.e., laceration• Pichchita ‑ Crushed injury due to a fall or blow• Ghrsta ‑ Superficial abrasion of the skin.Besides trauma involving general surgery, Sushruta gives an in‑depth account and a description of the treatment of 12 varieties of fracture and six types of dislocation. This continues to spellbind orthopedic surgeons even today. He mentions the principles of traction, manipulation, apposition, stabilization, and postoperative physiotherapy.He also prescribed measures to induce growth of lost hair and removal of unwanted hair. He implored surgeons to achieve perfect healing which is characterized by the absence of any elevation, induration, swelling mass, and the return of normal coloring.Plastic surgery and dental surgery were practiced in India even in ancient times. KR IRS 28422 On Thu, 28 Apr 2022 at 09:46, 'venkat giri' via iyer123 < [email protected]> wrote: > Respected Sir/s, > > Q3: What are some tips that can help with insomnia? > > *INSOMNIA* is a common sleep disorder that can make it hard to fall > asleep, hard to stay asleep, or cause one to wake up too early and not be > able to get back to sleep. One might still feel tired on wake up. > > Quality sleep plays an important role in overall well-being. Not getting > the sleep you need on a regular basis can have a pretty big impact on > mental and physical health, not to mention quality of life. > > · About a third of all adults report some insomnia symptoms. > > · 6 to 10 %of adults have symptoms severe enough to meet the > diagnostic criteria for insomnia disorder. > > Usually one cycle of sleep lasts 90 minutes. Dr. Om Prakash, a senior > psychiatrist at the Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences > (IHBAS), says that we usually complete 4-5 such cycles in a night's sleep. > > The first phase of the 90-minute cycle, Non Rapid Eye Movement > (NREM), is also known as 'rapid eye movement sleep'. In colloquialisms we > call this deep sleep. This is longer compared to the second phase. This > lasts for 60-70 minutes. The second stage is called rapid eye movement ( > REM) sleep. *This time we dream more*. > > As we sleep, the NREM gradually decreases and the > REM increases. > > > > As a result, one might begin to experience other symptoms related > to Insomnia, including: > > · Fatigue > > · Irritability and other mood changes > > · Difficulty concentrating or remembering things > > Possible causes of acute insomnia, for example, might include: > > · Stress > > · an upsetting or traumatic event > > · changes to your sleep habits, like sleeping in a hotel, new > home, or with a partner for the first time > > · physical pain or illness > > · jet lag > > · certain medications > > > > INSOMNIA IN OLD AGE:- > > According to 2019 research, up to 75 % older adults experience some > symptoms of insomnia. > > If one is retired, one may no longer have a consistent daytime schedule or > get regular social interaction, both of which can contribute to insomnia. > > Social isolation can contribute to loneliness and increase the chances of > experiencing depression, which can also raise risk of sleep problems. > > Health concerns related to ageing, including chronic pain conditions, can > also affect sleep. > > If one is not getting enough sleep at night, might feel drowsy and > fatigued during the day, more inclined for nap as a result. Napping, of > course, can leave one less tired at bedtime, fuelling a cycle of > sleeplessness. > > > > Lifestyle changes and home remedies can often > help manage insomnia symptoms. > > Dr. Om Prakash says that there is a difference between > having a sleep problem and having a disease related to it. Hunger is a > problem. *Eating anything and everything we see; is a disease.* > > Generally everyone complains that they do not sleep three or four times a > month. In a situation like this it cannot be said to be a disease. After > Corona, 3 out of 10 people have this complaint. > > It is more > common in people with depression, anxiety or lung disease. This causes many > side effects. I.e. memory loss, decreased decision making ability, > infection and increasing body weight. Many know these dangers, but ignore > them. > > SLEEP HYGIENE …is the rules to be followed before or during sleep. > Following are the tips for good sleep. > > · Do not drink tea-coffee two hours before bedtime. > > · Do not over eat. > > · Definitely do not smoke before going to sleep. > > · Prepare a place and bed for sleeping. Do not do chores like > eating, studying, playing there. > > · If one wants to take a nap during the day, do not do it in bed. > > · Do not set a 'screen time' of two hours before bed. > > · Waking up to urinate again and again…seek the advice of a > doctor. > > · If diabetic or BP, take the medication at the right time. > > · Follow a consistent routine in daily work. It should include > sleep, writing, and exercise time. > > · Meditation. This technique helps promote present-moment > awareness and relaxation. It doesn’t just help improve sleep quality and > make it easier to fall asleep. It can also help relieve stress, anxiety, > and pain — any of which might be factor into insomnia.. > > · Acupuncture. Many people find this traditional Chinese medicine > technique, which involves thin needles inserted at pressure points across > the body, helpful for easing insomnia symptoms. > > By following these methods, INSOMNIA problem can be greatly > overcome. But if the problem persists, better to consult a doctor. > > -------- > > Regards. > > V.Sridharan > > Trichy > > > On Thursday, 28 April, 2022, 05:46:48 am IST, 'gopala krishnan' via > Thatha_Patty <[email protected]> wrote: > > > *CULTURAL QA 04-2022-28* > > *BEING A COMPILATION THERE MAY BE ERRORS* > > Q1 What is organ donation? > > A1 Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited Lived in Hyderabad, > Telangana, India Apr 1 > > *1. Organ donation is a medical transplant procedure wherein the > dysfunctional organs or* tissues of a person are replaced by an organ > donated by a healthy person or a deceased organ donor. > > 2. In other words, organ donation is the donation of biological tissue or > an organ of the human body from a living or dead person to a living > recipient in need of transplantation. > > *3. Organ donations are generally received from either deceased persons or > living donors. Living* donors can also donate organs which include > donating one kidney, a portion of the liver, lung, pancreas, intestines and > blood, and still continue to live a normal life. Organ donation allows > living donors to return to a healthy lifestyle with no dependency for > survival. > > Q2 How do pets contribute to your health and wellness? > > A2 Victoria Rook , BA, from University of Chicago, Chgo > Professional College and Other Vocational Training Answered 14m ago > > As was noted, pets provide us with UNCONDITIONAL LOVE! You may search an > entire lifetime for that in a fellow human and never find it!! > > *It has been proven that having pets to pet reduces blood pressure, helps > calm people, and helps if even momentarily reduce chronic pain in > individuals suffering.* > > They are your companions and keep you steady company. Their antics > entertain you free of charge. Having to be responsible for them makes > someone who doesn't care to get up to face another day for themself, get up > to take care of their pet who is anxiously awaiting for morning kisses and > to be let out and fed, etc. > > *There are many dogs trained to help the disabled in too many ways to > list! Many of them were just plain* mutts from the pound! There aren't as > many studies on cats or other pets but I know they can be of great comfort, > entertaining and can be helpful to their owners also! > > *2nd answer-Lisa Mary Answered 33m ago* > > My “pets” (quotation marks *because I find the word pet to be rather > inadequate*) have healed me in so many ways and continue to do so. They > give me a good reason to get up in the morning. Then… > > My dog, Shadow, has an infallible sense of time. She knows when it’s time > to go to the barn, meal times, walk times, etc. She can be a clown or > nestle beside me for comfort. She’s a good listener and never betrays my > confidence. > > Then there’s these damn cats. I don’t know that I can well explain them > or our relationship. First I have two white cats, sisters, 8 years old. I > have written about them before so won’t repeat myself. What I have not > shared before is they came into my life (born in our barn) during a very > low point in my life. I had been assaulted and was struggling mightily. > When a feral cat had kittens in our barn, the presence of babies coaxed me > out of my bedroom and back into the world to start dealing with shit. > > Fast forward to this past fall when I retired due to some health issues. > In October a batch of kittens appeared. Couldn’t get near the mom. Then she > abandoned them— I have seen her since so it’s not like she couldn’t return > and care for them. I don’t know what her deal was. But after something had > killed a couple kittens, I brought the remaining four into the house. Now I > have six cats in the house. Which is insane. But it works somehow. I have > seriously upped my housekeeping game, which provides the continual gentle > exercise I need. The kittens are almost 6 months old now, all boys, and > were neutered last week. They provide comfort every day, as well as > entertainment and exercise. I care about them, their world and quality of > life. It keeps me engaged. Might not work for everyone but it works for me. > > Q3 What are some tips that can help with insomnia? > > A3 TTK Prestige appliances and tools can make meal-planning and > cooking much Apr 20 > > it is 3 am and you have an important meeting at work tomorrow. However, > sleep continues to evade you. Many of us have faced this predicament where > we have a jam packed schedule the next day *but insomnia ensures that we > are perpetually tired, suffering from brain fog and not performing to our > optimum levels.* > > How do we help keep our insomnia under control? What are some tips that we > can incorporate in our day-to-day lives to ensure that we get a good and > restful night sleep? > > Soothing bed-time tea: Herbal teas are known for their relaxing and > sleep-inducing properties. That’s why so many people consume tea before > going to bed. In fact, chamomile is renowned for treating a myriad of > issues including lack of sleep. It is said that chamomile contains multiple > compounds, including one called apigenin, which is supposed to have a mild > tranquilizing effect. > > Boil water in a jiffy for herbal tea with TTK Prestige’s electric kettle. > So the next time you struggle to sleep, turn on the kettle and make > yourself a soothing cup of chamomile tea. > > Invest in an air purifier: For deep sleep, an air purifier is a must-have > gadget in every bedroom. Studies have shown exposure to high levels of fine > particles of PM2.5 in air triggers chronic diseases such as asthma, > bronchitis and other respiratory problems. *Air purifiers are designed to > remove allergens and particles in the air such as dust, animal dander, > mould, viruses and bacteria’s amongst others. *It filters out pollutants > with HEPA filter traps, allowing you to have a restful night’s sleep. If > you are in the market for an air-purifier, then check out Prestige’s air > purifier. It is equipped with a four stage filtration process with an > ioniser, an intelligent control panel and stunning aesthetics. > > Prestige’s air purifier works efficiently on bad odours and smoke as well. > Its advanced Hepa filter ensures the removal of PM2.5 from the air. > > Exercise: For a good night sleep it is essential to make exercise an > integral part of your life. Studies have showcased that even 30 minutes of > exercise a day, such as brisk walking or any form of cardio, will do > wonders for the sleeping patterns of those that suffer from insomnia. > > Minimize blue light exposure: As we approach night time, it is important > to wind down, relax and programme your brain that it is time to sleep. *Blue > light, which is emitted from electronic devices such as laptops and smart > phones, reduces your body’s ability to get ready to sleep* as it blocks a > hormone called melatonin which makes you sleepy. Therefore, at least 2 > hours before going to bed, it is recommended to avoid screen time > completely. > > Maintain a sleep schedule: It is important to maintain a strict sleep > schedule where you fall asleep at a certain time and wake up at a fixed > time. Choose a time that works for you. Whether it is 10 pm until 6am or > 11pm until 7am, it is important that you conscientiously stick to it. This > will help programme your body’s internal sleep clock and help alleviate > your insomnia issues. > > Do try and incorporate these tips into your night-time routine. You can > thank us later once you enjoy a good night sleep! > > *My note- No way this QA is intended to promote TTK* products > > Q4 Aside from human breast milk, what other milk was > recommended for infant consumption during the olden days? > > A4 Claire Jordan Degree in biology and folklore; programmer, > shop owner, secretary on newspaper22h > > *Goats used to be used to feed orphaned human babies* - their milk is low > in lactose and very digestible to us. *Each goat was assigned to a > particular baby and would stand over the cot so the baby could get at their > udder.* > > That’s said to be why both female goats and women who look after other > people’s babies are called “nanny”, although I don’t know which came > first. > > Q5 How can you clean out your digestive system? > > A5 Lucia Garcia Worked at HospitalsSun > > The digestive system is vital to human health, converting food into energy > and nutrients. > > *The intestine is the longest part of the digestive system and the most > important functional organ in the digestive system.* > > The intestine not only digests and absorbs 99% of food and nutrients, but > is also the body's largest immune and detoxification organ. > > At the same time, 80% of the body's toxins and waste are concentrated in > the intestines, and the remaining 20% are found in pores, blood and lymph. > > Therefore, regular cleaning of the intestine and maintaining the > cleanliness of the intestine is essential to the health of the digestive > system. > > *Black fungus contains special plant pectin, which can absorb toxins and > waste in the intestines and excrete together.* > > Black fungus has the reputation of "Intestinal Scavenger" and plays a role > in purifying the intestines. Eating some black fungus regularly is very > beneficial to the health of the digestive system. > > In addition, drinking more water can also lubricate the intestines, speed > up the peristalsis of the gastrointestinal tract, thin the blood, and > remove toxins and garbage. > > Q6 How do automatic oil wells you see in the countryside work? > Where do they store the harvested oil? > > A6 Loring Chien learned about the oil industry at age > 10Updated Mon > > Automatic? *Wells are usually unmanned*. Some wells flow on their own and > some need the pump jacks (so called nodding Donkeys). *Pumps are often on > timers to allow the well to recharge with slow migration or movement of > crude rather than suck on a depleted zone.* > > *Many have a tank or a battery of tanks on site that are periodically > visited by tanker trucks that come and take the contents away before they > are full.* > > Sometimes multiple low producing wells in close proximity will be > connected to a single tank battery. > > Some will connect to local pipelines to carry away the product crude if > close enough to a high production area. > > Q7 Why does my air conditioner turn off and on automatically > often? > > A7 Gopala Krishnan, former Assistant General Manager 1996-2004 > at Department of Telecom (1966-2004)Answered just now > > I have felt the problem in of my split AC unit . During summer voltage > will be low and stabilizer with booster will not pick up. I have tried > changing of phase, but no effect. I switch off AC and start AC after about > 2 hours and AC start functioning as usual. Company Technician could not > find any problem with indoor unit. A few months back there was heavy > lightning, AC unit did not start even after lightning was over. A private > technician felt problem in stabilizer booster unit, it was repaired and > put. Still sometime the condition occurs and I call it NFF. > > 2nd answer-Alex Shumalov, Economist at Freelancers (2011-present)Answered > Nov 27, 2020 > > *Automatic control of an indoor unit, can give a signal and block the > operation of an air conditioner if it needs cleaning or repairs*. In this > case, the device signals the occurrence of problems. In particular, the > signal LED flashes, which means that it is necessary to read and decode the > fault codes. This helps you understand what happened and how serious the > problem is. > > Sometimes, when a control system determines that parts need to be > replaced, an air conditioner shuts down by itself. This is a sure sign > that major repairs are ahead. At the same time, a control relay will block > the activation of a device until the moment when failed parts correspond to > manufacturer parameters. > > If an air conditioner does not turn on and the signal diode flashes, it is > necessary to determine a malfunction. This requires decoding the > corresponding code, which is indicated by a device control system. > > *Having correctly identified malfunctions, you can clearly understand what > parts will be needed, what* repairs are to be done, whether an electronic > control system needs intervention, or there are minor malfunctions. In > general, I can give you advice, if you have encountered such a problem, you > should contact a qualified technician.Also, you may find my space > interesting! > > Q8 Why does Ayurveda suggest soaking almonds overnight and > eating them without the skin? > > A8 DR.ANURADHA KAMATH. Ayurvedic Practitioner, Writer, > Spiritual Aspirant Sun > > *Almonds have thick skin which can be peeled off after soaking in water > overnight.* > > Soaking overnight will reduce hot or ushna nature of almond which > otherwise causes pitha vriddhi in summer.*Soaked almonds less tanin > tastier easy to digest.S*oaked almonds have more Praana Shakthi . > > All nutrients like protien healthy fats and Omega 3 fatty acids are > comparatively less in soaked almonds. > > *But raw almonds are crunchy, taste bitter one who have good digestive > power and need high calories* such persons can use raw almonds. Organic > almonds are more better. > > Q9 Why are Indian Railways not able to inform the coach > position to the confirmed ticket holders via SMS? Presently, they are > informing the PNR number and seat number only. > > A9 Swaminathakrishna PingaleFormer Senior Audit Officer at > Indian Audit and Accounts Department Apr 21 > > I think what you said is not correct. Confirmed tickets at the time of > booking carry Coach No., Berth seat Number and also indication as to the > type — upper, middle, lower, side upper and side lower. In the case of WL > or RAC, the details come on preperation of chart. > > MY note- Perhaps the question is about the coach *how near/far from > Engine*. Recently only in Chennai central coach position is indicated. In > Bangalore it was there even before years. > > Q10 Since Coca-Cola doesn't let you know the recipe, what happens > if someone is severely allergic to one of the ingredients? > > A10 Alice Twain Eating and cooking for 40 years. Apr 16 > > *All Coca Cola ingredients are present on the can. It* could not be sold > unless all ingredients were listed. Not only, they are printed on the can > in the exact order of amount, starting with the ingredient most used and > ending with those present in only tiny amounts. *What we can’t know > exactly is the proportion,* especially of some of the aromas which are > present in very small amounts. > > *All the above QA are from Quora website on 27-04- 2022. **Quora > answers need not be 100% correct answers . **Compiled **and posted by R. > Gopala krishnan on 28-04-2022* > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Thatha_Patty" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/thatha_patty/1523648546.1546137.1651104626235%40mail.yahoo.com > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/thatha_patty/1523648546.1546137.1651104626235%40mail.yahoo.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> > . > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "iyer123" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/iyer123/872204616.1611695.1651119382570%40mail.yahoo.com > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/iyer123/872204616.1611695.1651119382570%40mail.yahoo.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> > . > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. 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