Goitre is the swelling of thyroid gland and appears on the back a
person's neck. Medical Research suggests that women are more prone to
Goitre than men. The common cause of Goitre is deficiency of iodine in the diet. Iodine in its organic form is required by the thyroid gland in its secretion.
Take Iodine in its organic form. Eat foods like turnips, carrots,
garlic, pineapples, whole rice, tomatoes, watercress, strawberries,
guavas; lettuce, onions, oats, citrus fruits, egg yolks, seafoods, etc should be taken in ample amounts.
Goiters of all types will regress with treatment of
the underlying condition. Dietary iodine may be all that is needed.
However, if an iodine deficient thyroid that has grown in size to
accommodate its deficiency is suddenly supplied an adequate amount of
iodine, it could suddenly make large amounts of thyroxin and cause a
thyroid storm, the equivalent of racing your car motor at top speed.
Hyperthyroidism can be treated with medications, therapeutic doses of
radioactive iodine, or surgical reduction. Surgery is much less common
now than it used to be because of progress in drugs and radiotherapy.
Radioactive iodine. In some cases, radioactive iodine is used to treat
an overactive thyroid gland. The radioactive iodine is taken orally and
reaches your thyroid gland through your bloodstream, destroying thyroid
cells. The treatment results in diminished size of the goiter but
eventually may also cause an underactive thyroid gland. Hormone
replacement with the synthetic thyroid hormone levothyroxine then
becomes necessary, usually for life.
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Thursday, March 26, 2015
How Can Goiter be Cured?
1:31:00 PM
The best treatment for a goiter is a subtotal thyroidectomy. This is an
operation in which most of the thyroid gland is removed. There are some
research studies suggesting that putting a patient on a thyroid hormone
pill everyday may help to shrink goiters or keep them from growing.
However, there are other studies suggesting that this may not work.
There are also studies suggesting that even a mild overdose of thyroid
hormone, if taken for many years, can result in osteoporosis and may put
older individuals at risk for abnormal heart rhythms.
A physical examination usually reveals redness and swelling of blood vessels in the conjunctiva. The doctor may take a specimen of conjunctival scrapings to determine if the conjunctivitis is bacterial, viral or caused by other sources, such as allergies or chemicals.
Make a smooth paste using little water and watercress seeds and apply it on the goiter swelling. Watercress is an excellent source if iodine and when taken internally will also help reduce goiter symptoms.
Goitre, also known, as bronchocele is a term applied to the swelling on the front of the neck caused by the enlargement of the thyroid gland. It is caused by deficiency of iodine in the diet. It is an endemic disease prevalent in the hill districts of the country. The growth of the thyroid gland is generally unattended by pain but if the goiter becomes large it may cause hoarseness. Too enlarged a goiter interferes with breathing and capacity to swallow.
Another best way to get rid of thyroid malfunctioning is go for fasting. Keep yourself on fruits and vegetable juices. After couple of weeks, start with light but nutritious diet. Some of the Ayurvedic herbs like 'Kanchanar' have been used in Ayurvedic science since years to treat thyroid related problems. For this, one can go for its leaves or can take any patent medicines containing the herb. It is also used as a natural cure for goiter.By Peter Hutch
A physical examination usually reveals redness and swelling of blood vessels in the conjunctiva. The doctor may take a specimen of conjunctival scrapings to determine if the conjunctivitis is bacterial, viral or caused by other sources, such as allergies or chemicals.
Make a smooth paste using little water and watercress seeds and apply it on the goiter swelling. Watercress is an excellent source if iodine and when taken internally will also help reduce goiter symptoms.
Goitre, also known, as bronchocele is a term applied to the swelling on the front of the neck caused by the enlargement of the thyroid gland. It is caused by deficiency of iodine in the diet. It is an endemic disease prevalent in the hill districts of the country. The growth of the thyroid gland is generally unattended by pain but if the goiter becomes large it may cause hoarseness. Too enlarged a goiter interferes with breathing and capacity to swallow.
Another best way to get rid of thyroid malfunctioning is go for fasting. Keep yourself on fruits and vegetable juices. After couple of weeks, start with light but nutritious diet. Some of the Ayurvedic herbs like 'Kanchanar' have been used in Ayurvedic science since years to treat thyroid related problems. For this, one can go for its leaves or can take any patent medicines containing the herb. It is also used as a natural cure for goiter.By Peter Hutch
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease - Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment
7:11:00 AM
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is a group of hereditary disorders
that affect the nerves in the extremities. Symptoms typically appear in
adolescence or early adulthood, and include weakness in the legs, ankles
and feet; loss of muscle bulk; high foot arches; curled toes; decreased
ability to run; foot drop; awkward gait; frequent falls; and numbness
and pain in the legs and feet.
The Ayurvedic treatment of this
condition is aimed at treating the symptoms and repairing the damage to
the nerves supplying the extremities. Medicines like Tapyadi-Loh,
Kaishor-Guggulu, Trayodashang-Guggulu, Yograj-Guggulu,
Sinhanaad-Guggulu, Ekang-Veer-Ras, Vat-Gajankush-Ras,
Maha-Vat-Vidhwans-Ras, Maha-Rasnadi-Guggulu and Bruhat-Vat-Chintamani
are used to treat the nerve damage, muscular weakness and decreased
sensation of the affected extremities. Herbal medicines which can be
used for this purpose include Guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Shallaki
(Boswellia serrata), Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata), Nirgundi (Vitex
negundo), Tagar (Valeriana wallichii), Vishwa (Zinziber officinalis),
Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Deodar (Cedrus deodara), Erandmool
(Ricinus communis), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Ashwagandha (Withania
somnifera), Shalparni (Desmodium gangeticum) and Prushnaparni (Uraria
picta).
Medicated oils like Mahanarayan oil, Vishgarbha oil, Bala
oil, Mahamash oil and Chandan-Bala-Laxadi oil are applied on the
affected parts. This is followed by localized steam fomentation using
medicines like Nirgundi-Qadha and Dashmool-Qadha. Specialized Panchkarma
procedures like 'Pizichil' and 'Shashtikshali-Pindsweda' are also
useful in improving muscular bulk and strength in the affected
extremities. In Pizichil, a continuous, warm drip of medicated oil is
maintained on the affected part, along with mild massage. In
Shashtikshali-Pindsweda, cloth-packets containing rice and Bala (Sida
cordifolia), cooked in milk, are gently rubbed over the affected
muscles.
Early initiation of treatment is important to prevent
atrophy of muscle and permanent deformities of the feet. Regular
exercise, physiotherapy and care of the feet are important aspects in
the management of this condition.
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Aplastic Anemia - Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment
11:24:00 PM
Aplastic anemia is a syndrome of bone marrow failure resulting in
very less production of red blood cells, white blood cells and
platelets. Immune dysfunction is believed to play an important role in
causing this condition. While 20% of the causes are inherited, nearly
80% of the causes are acquired and consist of unknown factors,
infectious diseases, toxic exposure and drug reactions. Severe anemia,
bleeding, fever and infections are common presentations of this
condition.
Ayurvedic treatment of aplastic anemia is basically
directed at treating the immune dysfunction and improving normal bone
marrow production. Immuno-modulatory herbal medicines like Ashwagandha
(Withania somnifera), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Bala (Sida
cordifolia), Nagbala (Sida humilis), Yashtimadhuk (Glycerrhiza glabra),
Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) and Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa) are
used.
Medicines like Arogya Vardhini, Punarnavadi Mandur,
Panch-Tikta-Ghrut-Guggulu, Laxadi Guggulu, Laghu- Malini-Vasant,
Madhu-Malini-Vasant, Suvarna-Malini-Vasant, Heerak Bhasma and Abhrak
Bhasma are used to stimulate the bone marrow function. In addition,
medicines which act on the "Rakta" and "Majja" dhatus (tissues) of the
body are also used, as these again act on the metabolism regulating bone
marrow production. These medicines include Manjishtha (Rubia
cordifolia), Patol (Tricosanthe dioica), Saariva (Hemidesmus indicus),
Patha (Cissampelos pareira), Musta (Cyperus rotundus), Kutki
(Picrorrhiza kurroa), Guduchi and Amalaki (Emblica officinalis).
Aplastic
anemia is a serious medical condition and can have a potentially fatal
outcome. Blood transfusion, bone marrow transplant and
immuno-suppressive therapy have radically transformed the survival
outlook in this condition. Ayurvedic medicines may be used as additional
therapy to reduce severity, prevent infections and improve the overall
survival rate of affected individuals. All treatment should be done
under the care and supervision of an experienced hematologist.
Friday, November 22, 2013
Central Serous Retinopathy (CSR) - Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment
10:09:00 AM
Central serous retinopathy (CSR), also known as central serous
chorioretinopathy (CSC), is a disease of the eye and retina, which
affects vision. CSR is known to be closely related to stress, gastritis
(H. pylori bacteria), kidney disease, and the use of medications like
steroids. This condition usually affects males from the age of 20 to 50
years; however, females too may be affected. This condition results from
leakage of choroidal fluid due to breaks in the retinal pigment
epithelium, resulting in a swelling beneath the retina which accumulates
under the central macula. This causes blurred or distorted vision,
known as metamorphopsia. Retinal detachment may cause a blurred or grey
spot in the central visual fluid.
Modern treatment of CSR consists
of removing the known cause of the condition, discontinuing steroids,
and providing counselling and psychotherapy for stress. No medication is
known to provide benefit in the treatment of this condition; however,
some physicians are of the opinion that mild dose aspirin may help in
early recovery. Some patients report benefit with a short course of
steroids; however, this treatment is controversial and possibly may
cause a relapse or aggravation of the condition in the long run. Hot
laser treatment, or cold laser is known to provide benefit by plugging
the leakage in the retinal epithelium; however, care needs to be taken
in the implementation of this treatment in order to prevent damage to
the retina and long-term scarring.
The overall prognosis of this
condition is usually quite good, with more than 90% patients reporting
improvement within the first six months. However, about 5% of patients
may have rapidly deteriorating vision due to a condition known as Type
II CSR, in which there is a shallow but persistent fluid build-up. A few
patients may report recurrence of the condition, resulting in
progressive loss of vision. Scarring may cause persistent problems such
as decreased night vision, reduced color discrimination and distorted
vision.
Ayurvedic herbal treatment is especially useful in
patients with recurrent CSR and in those patients with little or no
response to modern medications or laser therapy. The aim of treatment is
to prevent leakage of fluid by strengthening the basement retinal
pigment epithelium and helping to resolve the fluid accumulation, so
that retinal detachment can be treated or prevented. Treatment is also
aimed at reducing stress and preventing strain of the internal parts of
the eye.
Medicines like Saptamrut Loh, Tapyadi Loh, Ekangveer Ras,
Trayodashang Guggulu, Maha Triphala Ghrut, Maha Manjishthadi Qadha,
Saarivadi Vati,: Punanava Mandur, Lakshadi Guggulu, and Rasayan Ghan
Vati are especially useful in the management of this condition. Herbal
medicines which are useful in the treatment of CSR include Manjishtha
(Rubia cordifolia), Saariva (Hemidesmus indicus), Triphala (Three
fruits), Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Ashwagandha (Withania
somnifera), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Yashtimadhuk (Glycyrrhiza
glabra), Patol (Tricosanthe dioica), Patha ( Cissampelos pareira), Musta
(Cyperus rotundus) and Kutki (Picrorrhiza Kurroa).
Medicines like
Praval Panchamrut, Sutshekhar Ras and Kamdudha Ras are used to treat
associated gastritis. Gokshuradi Guggulu, Chandraprabha Vati, and
Punarnavadi Qadha are used to treat associated chronic kidney
inflammation. Medicines like Saraswatharishta, Prasham, Brahmi (Bacopa
monnieri), Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi) and Shankhpushpi
(Convolvulus pluricaulis) are used to treat associated stress along with
counseling.
Oral medications like Triphala Ghrut, Yashtimadhuk
Ghrut, Shatavari Ghrut, and eye drops containing Triphala, Yashtimadhuk,
and rose water can be used on a long-term basis to prevent relapse of
the condition. Most individuals affected with chronic or recurrent CSR
require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about three to six months.
Regular treatment can provide complete relief to individuals affected
with this condition, as well as prevent a relapse and long-term
complications. This treatment can also be given concurrently with modern
therapy like laser treatment. Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a
definite role to play in the management and treatment of CSR.
Thursday, November 14, 2013
Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease - Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment
9:57:00 AM
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is a group of hereditary disorders
that affect the nerves in the extremities. Symptoms typically appear in
adolescence or early adulthood, and include weakness in the legs, ankles
and feet; loss of muscle bulk; high foot arches; curled toes; decreased
ability to run; foot drop; awkward gait; frequent falls; and numbness
and pain in the legs and feet.
The Ayurvedic treatment of this condition is aimed at treating the symptoms and repairing the damage to the nerves supplying the extremities. Medicines like Tapyadi-Loh, Kaishor-Guggulu, Trayodashang-Guggulu, Yograj-Guggulu, Sinhanaad-Guggulu, Ekang-Veer-Ras, Vat-Gajankush-Ras, Maha-Vat-Vidhwans-Ras, Maha-Rasnadi-Guggulu and Bruhat-Vat-Chintamani are used to treat the nerve damage, muscular weakness and decreased sensation of the affected extremities. Herbal medicines which can be used for this purpose include Guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Shallaki (Boswellia serrata), Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata), Nirgundi (Vitex negundo), Tagar (Valeriana wallichii), Vishwa (Zinziber officinalis), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Deodar (Cedrus deodara), Erandmool (Ricinus communis), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Shalparni (Desmodium gangeticum) and Prushnaparni (Uraria picta).
Medicated oils like Mahanarayan oil, Vishgarbha oil, Bala oil, Mahamash oil and Chandan-Bala-Laxadi oil are applied on the affected parts. This is followed by localized steam fomentation using medicines like Nirgundi-Qadha and Dashmool-Qadha. Specialized Panchkarma procedures like 'Pizichil' and 'Shashtikshali-Pindsweda' are also useful in improving muscular bulk and strength in the affected extremities. In Pizichil, a continuous, warm drip of medicated oil is maintained on the affected part, along with mild massage. In Shashtikshali-Pindsweda, cloth-packets containing rice and Bala (Sida cordifolia), cooked in milk, are gently rubbed over the affected muscles.
Early initiation of treatment is important to prevent atrophy of muscle and permanent deformities of the feet. Regular exercise, physiotherapy and care of the feet are important aspects in the management of this condition.
The Ayurvedic treatment of this condition is aimed at treating the symptoms and repairing the damage to the nerves supplying the extremities. Medicines like Tapyadi-Loh, Kaishor-Guggulu, Trayodashang-Guggulu, Yograj-Guggulu, Sinhanaad-Guggulu, Ekang-Veer-Ras, Vat-Gajankush-Ras, Maha-Vat-Vidhwans-Ras, Maha-Rasnadi-Guggulu and Bruhat-Vat-Chintamani are used to treat the nerve damage, muscular weakness and decreased sensation of the affected extremities. Herbal medicines which can be used for this purpose include Guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Shallaki (Boswellia serrata), Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata), Nirgundi (Vitex negundo), Tagar (Valeriana wallichii), Vishwa (Zinziber officinalis), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Deodar (Cedrus deodara), Erandmool (Ricinus communis), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Shalparni (Desmodium gangeticum) and Prushnaparni (Uraria picta).
Medicated oils like Mahanarayan oil, Vishgarbha oil, Bala oil, Mahamash oil and Chandan-Bala-Laxadi oil are applied on the affected parts. This is followed by localized steam fomentation using medicines like Nirgundi-Qadha and Dashmool-Qadha. Specialized Panchkarma procedures like 'Pizichil' and 'Shashtikshali-Pindsweda' are also useful in improving muscular bulk and strength in the affected extremities. In Pizichil, a continuous, warm drip of medicated oil is maintained on the affected part, along with mild massage. In Shashtikshali-Pindsweda, cloth-packets containing rice and Bala (Sida cordifolia), cooked in milk, are gently rubbed over the affected muscles.
Early initiation of treatment is important to prevent atrophy of muscle and permanent deformities of the feet. Regular exercise, physiotherapy and care of the feet are important aspects in the management of this condition.
By Abdulmubeen Mundewadi
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Polycystic Kidney Disease - Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment
7:26:00 AM
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is an autosomal dominant, genetic
disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys.
Common symptoms include pain in the back and sides; headaches; urinary
tract infections; hematuria; liver and pancreatic cysts; abnormal heart
valves; high blood pressure; kidney stones; aneurysms in the brain; and
diverticulosis in the colon.
The Ayurvedic treatment of this
condition is aimed at treating symptoms, preventing complications and
prolonging life. Medicines like Triphala-Guggulu,
Panch-Tikta-Ghrut-Guggulu, Maha-Manjishthadi-Qadha, Saarivadi-Churna,
Kuber-Vati, Varunadi-Qadha, Punarnavadi-Guggulu and Kanchnaar-Guggulu
are used to treat the cysts. These medicines help to reduce the number
and size of the cysts.
Herbal medicines like Punarnava (Boerhaavia
diffusa), Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Saariva (Hemidesmus indicus),
Gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Amalaki
(Emblica officinalis), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Daruharidra (Berberis
aristata), Nimba (Azadirachta indica), Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata),
Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Deodar (Cedrus deodara), Vishwa
(Zinziber officinalis), Erandmool (Ricinis communis), Apamarga
(Achyranthus aspera), Shalparni (Desmodium gangeticum), Prushnaparni
(Uraria picta), Varun (Crataeva nurvala), Latakaranj (Caesalpinia
crista), Kachnaar (Bauhinia variegata), Patol (Tricosanthe dioica) and
Patha (Cissampelos pareira) can also be used for this purpose. Medicines
like Varun and Latakaranj form the mainstay of treatment for this
condition, and can be used equally well to treat polycystic ovaries.
Most
patients having pain get relief with the above mentioned medicines due
to shrinking of the cysts. Infection and bleeding in the cysts can be
treated using medicines like Sukshma-Triphala, Gokshuradi-Guggulu,
Punarnavadi-Qadha, Laxadi-Guggulu, Vasa (Adhatoda vasaka), Naagkeshar
(Messua ferrea), Laxa (Purified wax) and Sphatik-Bhasma. High blood
pressure can be treated using medicines like Sarpagandha (Rauwolfia
serpentina), Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi), Sutshekhar-Ras, Dhamasa
(Fagonia cretica), Arjun (Terminalia arjuna), Mandukparni (Centella
asiatica) and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Kidney stones can be
treated using medicines like Hazrul-Yahud-Bhasma, Pashan-Bhed (Bergenia
ligulata), Yava-Kshar and Mulak-Kshar.
Other associated conditions
like valvular heart disease, aneurysms and diverticulosis need to be
treated separately using appropriate medicines like
Trayodashang-Guggulu, Laxmi-Vilas-Ras, Arjunarishta, Kutaj-Parpati and
Panchamrut-Parpati. Most patients having multiple, large-sized cysts
usually progress to end-stage kidney failure, which can be prevented or
treated using medicines like Chandraprabha-Vati, Saarivadi-Churna,
Maha-Manjishthadi-Qadha, Punarnavadi-Qadha, Gokshuradi-Guggulu and
Gomutra-Haritaki.
Ayurvedic medicines, given in combination with
modern treatment, can thus help to control the symptoms of PKD, improve
the quality of life and prolong survival for people affected with this
condition. All such patients should be under the regular care and
supervision of an Urologist.
Sunday, August 4, 2013
Aplastic Anemia - Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment
8:00:00 AM
Aplastic anemia is a syndrome of bone marrow failure resulting in
very less production of red blood cells, white blood cells and
platelets. Immune dysfunction is believed to play an important role in
causing this condition. While 20% of the causes are inherited, nearly
80% of the causes are acquired and consist of unknown factors,
infectious diseases, toxic exposure and drug reactions. Severe anemia,
bleeding, fever and infections are common presentations of this
condition.
Ayurvedic treatment of aplastic anemia is basically directed at treating the immune dysfunction and improving normal bone marrow production. Immuno-modulatory herbal medicines like Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Nagbala (Sida humilis), Yashtimadhuk (Glycerrhiza glabra), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) and Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa) are used.
Medicines like Arogya Vardhini, Punarnavadi Mandur, Panch-Tikta-Ghrut-Guggulu, Laxadi Guggulu, Laghu- Malini-Vasant, Madhu-Malini-Vasant, Suvarna-Malini-Vasant, Heerak Bhasma and Abhrak Bhasma are used to stimulate the bone marrow function. In addition, medicines which act on the "Rakta" and "Majja" dhatus (tissues) of the body are also used, as these again act on the metabolism regulating bone marrow production. These medicines include Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Patol (Tricosanthe dioica), Saariva (Hemidesmus indicus), Patha (Cissampelos pareira), Musta (Cyperus rotundus), Kutki (Picrorrhiza kurroa), Guduchi and Amalaki (Emblica officinalis).
Aplastic anemia is a serious medical condition and can have a potentially fatal outcome. Blood transfusion, bone marrow transplant and immuno-suppressive therapy have radically transformed the survival outlook in this condition. Ayurvedic medicines may be used as additional therapy to reduce severity, prevent infections and improve the overall survival rate of affected individuals. All treatment should be done under the care and supervision of an experienced hematologist.
Ayurvedic treatment of aplastic anemia is basically directed at treating the immune dysfunction and improving normal bone marrow production. Immuno-modulatory herbal medicines like Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Nagbala (Sida humilis), Yashtimadhuk (Glycerrhiza glabra), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) and Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa) are used.
Medicines like Arogya Vardhini, Punarnavadi Mandur, Panch-Tikta-Ghrut-Guggulu, Laxadi Guggulu, Laghu- Malini-Vasant, Madhu-Malini-Vasant, Suvarna-Malini-Vasant, Heerak Bhasma and Abhrak Bhasma are used to stimulate the bone marrow function. In addition, medicines which act on the "Rakta" and "Majja" dhatus (tissues) of the body are also used, as these again act on the metabolism regulating bone marrow production. These medicines include Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Patol (Tricosanthe dioica), Saariva (Hemidesmus indicus), Patha (Cissampelos pareira), Musta (Cyperus rotundus), Kutki (Picrorrhiza kurroa), Guduchi and Amalaki (Emblica officinalis).
Aplastic anemia is a serious medical condition and can have a potentially fatal outcome. Blood transfusion, bone marrow transplant and immuno-suppressive therapy have radically transformed the survival outlook in this condition. Ayurvedic medicines may be used as additional therapy to reduce severity, prevent infections and improve the overall survival rate of affected individuals. All treatment should be done under the care and supervision of an experienced hematologist.
By Abdulmubeen Mundewadi
Friday, July 12, 2013
Filariasis (Elephantiasis) - Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment
7:01:00 AM
Filarial parasites cause skin lesions in a condition known as
filariasis or elephantiasis, and affect the lives of millions of people,
especially those living in tropical countries. The spread of this
disease is usually through mosquito bites. Symptoms involve a swelling
and thickening of the skin and lymph glands, which can in some cases be
considerable. Skin lesions usually persist for a long time. The acute
infection usually causes nocturnal fever and local tenderness. Chronic
lesions are usually painless.
The Ayurvedic treatment of filariasis is aimed at controlling the infection and treating the symptoms of this disease. The herbal medicines, Guggulu (Commiphora mukul) and Kachnaar (Bauhinia variegate), are considered to be the main stay of treatment for this disease. Medicines like Nityanand-Ras, Kanchnaar-Guggulu, Arogya-Vardhini, Triphala-Guggulu and Punarnavadi-Guggulu need to be given in high doses for prolonged periods in order to reduce the swelling and thickening of the skin lesions. Medicines like Sukshma-Triphala, Gandhak-Rasayan, Mahamanjishthadi-Qadha, Chandraprabha-Vati and Trivang-Bhasma are used to treat the basic parasitic infection responsible for this disease. Patients who do not respond satisfactorily to these medicines can be given additional medicines like Ras-Sindur, Malla-Sindur, Sameer-Pannag-Ras, Ras-Manikya and Abhrak-Bhasma. In order to reduce swelling, medicines like Gokshuradi-Guggulu, Gomutra-Haritaki, Punarnavadi-Qadha, Dashmool-Qadha, Ikshumool (Saceharum officinarum), Deodar (Cedrus deodara), Apamarga (Achyranthus aspera) and Sahinjan (Moringa pterygosperma) are used.
Local applications on the skin lesions are also quite helpful to reduce swelling and thickening of the skin. Ointments containing Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Saariva (Hemidesmus indicus), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Ras-Sindur and Gandhak (Purified sulphur) are used for this purpose. Traditional herbal formulations like Dashang-Lep and Shoth-Har-Lep can also be used for this purpose. Blood-letting from the affected lesions with the application of leeches is also helpful in reducing symptoms.
Filariasis has a wide range of clinical manifestations in different tropical regions ranging from mild to very severe forms of the disease. Appropriate modifications in treatment need to be made according to the presentation of symptoms.
The Ayurvedic treatment of filariasis is aimed at controlling the infection and treating the symptoms of this disease. The herbal medicines, Guggulu (Commiphora mukul) and Kachnaar (Bauhinia variegate), are considered to be the main stay of treatment for this disease. Medicines like Nityanand-Ras, Kanchnaar-Guggulu, Arogya-Vardhini, Triphala-Guggulu and Punarnavadi-Guggulu need to be given in high doses for prolonged periods in order to reduce the swelling and thickening of the skin lesions. Medicines like Sukshma-Triphala, Gandhak-Rasayan, Mahamanjishthadi-Qadha, Chandraprabha-Vati and Trivang-Bhasma are used to treat the basic parasitic infection responsible for this disease. Patients who do not respond satisfactorily to these medicines can be given additional medicines like Ras-Sindur, Malla-Sindur, Sameer-Pannag-Ras, Ras-Manikya and Abhrak-Bhasma. In order to reduce swelling, medicines like Gokshuradi-Guggulu, Gomutra-Haritaki, Punarnavadi-Qadha, Dashmool-Qadha, Ikshumool (Saceharum officinarum), Deodar (Cedrus deodara), Apamarga (Achyranthus aspera) and Sahinjan (Moringa pterygosperma) are used.
Local applications on the skin lesions are also quite helpful to reduce swelling and thickening of the skin. Ointments containing Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Saariva (Hemidesmus indicus), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Ras-Sindur and Gandhak (Purified sulphur) are used for this purpose. Traditional herbal formulations like Dashang-Lep and Shoth-Har-Lep can also be used for this purpose. Blood-letting from the affected lesions with the application of leeches is also helpful in reducing symptoms.
Filariasis has a wide range of clinical manifestations in different tropical regions ranging from mild to very severe forms of the disease. Appropriate modifications in treatment need to be made according to the presentation of symptoms.
By Abdulmubeen Mundewadi
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Pleural Effusion - Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment
8:22:00 PM
Pleural effusion is an abnormal accumulation of fluids in the
pleural space between the parietal and visceral pleura of the lungs.
Breathlessness, chest pain and non-productive cough are the most common
symptoms associated with pleural effusion. This condition is most
commonly caused by congestive heart failure, pneumonia, malignancy or
pulmonary embolism. Removal of the fluid in the pleural effusion by
thoracentesis acts as a diagnostic procedure and also serves as a
therapeutic modality.
The Ayurvedic treatment of pleural effusion is aimed at reducing the accumulation of fluid within the pleura and treating the known cause. Congestive heart failure is treated using medicines like Laxmi-Vilas-Ras, Shrung-Bhasma, Maha-Laxmi-Vilas-Ras, Arjunarishta, Punarnavadi-Qadha, Bruhat-Vat-Chintamani, Arjun (Terminalia arjuna), Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) and Abhrak-Bhasma. Pneumonia can be treated using medicines like Shrung-Bhasma, Ras-Sindur, Malla-Sindur, Sameer-Pannag-Ras, Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum), Bruhat-Kantakari, Karkatashrungi (Pistichia integerima), Kushtha (Saussarea lappa), Kulingan (Alpimia galangal) and Pushkarmool (Inula racemosa).
Pleural effusions due to malignancy can be treated using medicines like Kachnaar-Guggulu, Punarnavadi-Guggulu, Panch-Tikta-Ghrut-Guggulu, Maha-Manjishthadi-Qadha, Saarivadi-Churna, Heerak-Bhasma, Laghu-Malini-Vasant, Madhu-Malini-Vasant, Suvarna-Malini-Vasant, Suvarna-Sameer-Pannag-Ras, Yashtimadhuk (Glycerrhiza glabra), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Bala (Sida cordifolia) and Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum).
A massive pulmonary embolism is usually an acute medical emergency and needs to be treated in the intensive care of a hospital. However, repeated, minor pulmonary emboli can be treated using medicines like Triphala (Three fruits), Trikatu (Three pungent herbs), Chitrak (Plumbago zeylanica), Kutki (Picrorrhiza kurroa), Vishwa (Zinziber officinalis), Kutaj-Parpati and Panchamrut-Parpati.
The prognosis of pleural effusion varies and depends on the cause and characteristics of the effusion. Patients who seek medical care earlier in the course of the disease and those with prompt diagnosis and treatment have a substantially lower rate of complications than those who do not. All such patients should be under the regular care and supervision of a chest physician.
The Ayurvedic treatment of pleural effusion is aimed at reducing the accumulation of fluid within the pleura and treating the known cause. Congestive heart failure is treated using medicines like Laxmi-Vilas-Ras, Shrung-Bhasma, Maha-Laxmi-Vilas-Ras, Arjunarishta, Punarnavadi-Qadha, Bruhat-Vat-Chintamani, Arjun (Terminalia arjuna), Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) and Abhrak-Bhasma. Pneumonia can be treated using medicines like Shrung-Bhasma, Ras-Sindur, Malla-Sindur, Sameer-Pannag-Ras, Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum), Bruhat-Kantakari, Karkatashrungi (Pistichia integerima), Kushtha (Saussarea lappa), Kulingan (Alpimia galangal) and Pushkarmool (Inula racemosa).
Pleural effusions due to malignancy can be treated using medicines like Kachnaar-Guggulu, Punarnavadi-Guggulu, Panch-Tikta-Ghrut-Guggulu, Maha-Manjishthadi-Qadha, Saarivadi-Churna, Heerak-Bhasma, Laghu-Malini-Vasant, Madhu-Malini-Vasant, Suvarna-Malini-Vasant, Suvarna-Sameer-Pannag-Ras, Yashtimadhuk (Glycerrhiza glabra), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Bala (Sida cordifolia) and Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum).
A massive pulmonary embolism is usually an acute medical emergency and needs to be treated in the intensive care of a hospital. However, repeated, minor pulmonary emboli can be treated using medicines like Triphala (Three fruits), Trikatu (Three pungent herbs), Chitrak (Plumbago zeylanica), Kutki (Picrorrhiza kurroa), Vishwa (Zinziber officinalis), Kutaj-Parpati and Panchamrut-Parpati.
The prognosis of pleural effusion varies and depends on the cause and characteristics of the effusion. Patients who seek medical care earlier in the course of the disease and those with prompt diagnosis and treatment have a substantially lower rate of complications than those who do not. All such patients should be under the regular care and supervision of a chest physician.
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