Sanskrit Name: निदानम्, हेतुः, निमित्तम्, आयतनम्, कर्ता, कारणम्, प्रत्ययम्, समुत्थानम्
Etiology typically refers to the comprehension of the underlying causes and manifestations of illness. In Ayurveda, various terms are used interchangeably for etiology, reflecting the diverse viewpoints from which it is perceived: – The elements that are directly or indirectly involved in the origin of a disease; – Causative factor; – Indicative factor; – Location of the causative element; – Agent; – Main cause; – Context of causation, supportive factor; – Factors enhancing the pathology.
Alternate Name(s): Nidana, Hetu, Nimittam, Ayatanam, Karta, Karana, Pratyaya, Samutthana