The patient is experiencing any sudden health problems and thought to be caused by bad and unseen elements.
Authors:
Elago MC, Dando RFA, Pizon JRL, Galang RM, Sia IC
Title:
Phase II Documentation of Philippine Traditional Knowledge and Practices on Health and Development of Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health for Selected Ethnolinguistic Groups: The SUBANON people of Malayal, Sibuco, Zamboanga del Norte
Source:
Technical report
Keywords:
Saway-saway, Zamboanga del Norte
Causes:
Thought to be caused by unseen element/s that might got hurt unexpectedly by the patient.
Materials:
Through observation and interview.
Management:
"Kilala" (Ugat) - Boil the roots of three small plants until boiling point is reached. Drink a glass of decoction 3x a day for 3 days.
Additional information:
It is tasteless.
Informant:
Sophia Mudai Dondingon (Traditional hilot or Traditional birth attendant)