Prameha (Sanskrit: प्रमेह) is a Sanskrit term in Ayurveda

Prameha (Sanskrit: प्रमेह) is a Sanskrit term in Ayurveda that refers to a group of urinary disorders, including diabetes mellitus. The term "Prameha" literally means "obstinate urinary disorders".

In Ayurveda, Prameha is classified into four main types based on the dominant dosha involved:

1. Kaphaja Prameha (Kapha dominant): characterized by excessive urine production, sweet taste, and whitish color.

2. Pittaja Prameha (Pitta dominant): characterized by burning sensation while urinating, yellowish color, and sour taste.

3. Vataja Prameha (Vata dominant): characterized by painful urination, dark yellow color, and astringent taste.

4. Tridoshaja Prameha (all three doshas involved): characterized by a combination of symptoms from each dosha.

Ayurvedic practitioners treat Prameha through:

- Dietary modifications (e.g., avoiding sweet, sour, and salty foods)

- Herbal remedies (e.g., Turmeric, Guduchi)

- Yoga and exercise (e.g., gentle postures, breathing exercises)

- Stress reduction techniques (e.g., meditation, deep breathing)

- Panchakarma procedures (e.g., purgation, enemas)

By addressing the underlying imbalances and promoting healthy urinary function, Ayurveda aims to manage and prevent complications of Prameha.