Management of herpes zoster in Ayurveda through medicinal leeches and other composite Ayurveda Treatment
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jaim.2020.05.008
Abstract: Herpes zoster commonly known as shingle's caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV). Recent studies have shown that exosomes play important role in pathogenesis as well as spread of herpes. Leeches when applied over affected part… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; treatment; herpes zoster; management ... See more keywords
The genome of medicinal leech (Whitmania pigra) and comparative genomic study for exploration of bioactive ingredients
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DOI: 10.1186/s12864-022-08290-5
Abstract: Background Leeches are classic annelids that have a huge diversity and are closely related to people, especially medicinal leeches. Medicinal leeches have been widely utilized in medicine based on the pharmacological activities of their bioactive… read more here.
Keywords: pigra; genomic study; bioactive ingredients; gene ... See more keywords
Unravelling the Extent of Diversity within the Iberian Medicinal Leeches (Hirudinea: Hirudo) Using Molecules and Morphology
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DOI: 10.3390/biology10040315
Abstract: Simple Summary During the last decade, our understanding of the biogeography of Western-Palaearctic leeches (genus Hirudo) has begun to unravel, unveiling their diversity in practically all of Europe, except for its westernmost peninsula, Iberia. We… read more here.
Keywords: diversity; hirudo; unravelling extent; morphology ... See more keywords