Journal of - International Society for the History of Islamic Medicine

Diagnosis of جازمMizaj - a Unique Tool for Treatment
in Unani Medicine
Md. Nafis IQBAL, Anis A ANSARI, Khalid Z. KHAN
the proper dosage for its cure. Thus, if the affected organ
is primarily of cold temperament but the disease is hot, it
is a sign of gross abnormality necessitating strong cooling
doses. When however the original temperament is hot
and the disease is also of the same quality mild cooling
doses will suffice. 8
Conclusion
Mizaj جازم of a person and their tendencies to develop
particular diseases may be a better and latest tool to tackle
the various diseases prior to their onset hence to reduce the
ever increasing mental and economical loads on medical
fraternity and the health care system respectively.Proper
and correct diagnosis of Mizaj جازم of disease and correct
selection of medicines which may lead to rational approach
in the treatment of diseases and maintenance of health too,
with least damage to human body.
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