The Compendium of Caraka 5.3.5

5.3.5

We shall explain it in detail: If, when palpated individually, his foot, shank, thigh, buttock, abdomen, flank, back, spine, hand, neck, palate, lip, or forehead is sweaty, cold, stiff, hard, or devoid of flesh and blood, one should know: 'This man has lost his life-breath; he will die before long.'