Thirukkural

உற்றான் அளவும் பிணியளவும் காலமும் கற்றான் கருதிச் செயல்.

Utraan Alavum Piniyalavum Kaalamum Katraan Karudhich Cheyal

The learned (physician) should ascertain the condition of his patient; the nature of his disease, and the season (of the year) and (then) proceed (with his treatment)