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ज्वरो विकारो रोगश्च व्याधिरातङ्क एव च एक एकोऽथ नामपर्यायैर्विविधैरभिधीयते ॥ ११ ॥

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{"source": "Samhita : Charaka Samhita Part 2, Chapter :3, Sthanam :Chikitsasthanam, Shloka Number: 11", "explanation": "This shloka emphasizes the diverse terminology used to describe fever in Ayurveda.  While the terms are often used interchangeably, subtle differences in their meanings provide a deeper understanding of the condition:\n\n* **Jwara (Fever):** This is the most common and general term, referring to the elevated body temperature that characterizes the condition.\n* **Vikara (Disorder):** This term highlights the deviation from the normal physiological state. Fever represents a disruption of the body's natural balance.\n* **Roga (Disease):** This term signifies a more established pathological condition.  It suggests a deeper imbalance than Vikara, often with more pronounced symptoms.\n* **Vyadhi (Ailment):**  This term denotes a specific affliction or malady. It emphasizes the presence of a particular disease process.\n* **Ātanka (Distress/Anxiety):** This term highlights the mental and emotional discomfort associated with fever.  The experience of fever often includes feelings of unease, worry, and suffering.\n\nUnderstanding these nuances helps Ayurvedic practitioners assess the severity and nature of the fever, guiding them towards appropriate interventions."}
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