Osteocrinology: Insights from the Great Indian Epics

Authors

  • Sanjay Kalra Dept. of Endocrinology, Bharti Hospital, Karnal, Haryana, India; University Center for Research & Development, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India
  • Ameya Joshi Dept. of Endocrinology, Bhaktivedanta Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
  • Nitin Kapoor Dept. of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India; The Non Communicable Disease & Implementation Science Unit, Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, Australia

Keywords:

Osteocrinology, Indian epics, metabolic bone disease, Mahabharata, Ramayana

Abstract

Indian epics are a storehouse of knowledge and information, which offer an insight into various aspects of health and disease. In this paper, we surmise some of the legendary figures in the great Indian epics, who possibly could have disorders related to osteocrinology. Based on the detailed description provided in Vedic texts, these exemplars from Indian history provide an interesting framework for the study of osteocrinology. These may spark an interest in students and researchers to explore and understand this subject in greater depth.

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Published

2023-01-10

Issue

Vol. 33 No. 8 (2023)

Section

Guest Editorial

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Osteocrinology: Insights from the Great Indian Epics. (2023). Indian Journal Of Clinical Practice, 33(8), 7-8. https://ojs.ijcp.in/index.php/IJCP/article/view/222

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