Kapha Disorders of Majja Dhatu
When kapha affects majja dhatu it creates thickening of nerves, loss of sensation, and conditions like leprosy.
Kapha Disorders of Majja Dhatu
Excess kapha in majja dhatu creates thickening of the nerves, a serious condition. This manifests as thickened nerves of the skin, shiny skin appearance, and loss of eyebrows — early signs of leprosy. Two types exist: tubercular (found in those with resistance to the bacteria) and non-tubercular (in those with little resistance). When a leprosy patient develops an ulcer, it does not heal, and there is complete loss of pain sensation — a person would not feel a cigarette burning their finger.
When all three doshas — vata, pitta, and kapha — together disturb majja dhatu, they can create space-occupying tumors in the brain. Since majja dhatu is a deep connective tissue, its disorders are quite complicated and difficult to cure.
Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Chapter Six: Dhatus Part II (Meda, Asthi, Majja, Shukra/Artava)
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