Irritable bowel syndrome is a medical condition which causes a dysfunction of the intestines resulting in different types of symptoms such as abdominal pain, discomfort, cramping, bloating, and either diarrhoea or constipation. Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome vary from person-to-person and therefore require different types of management. Irritable bowel syndrome can usually be diagnosed when a person has the typical symptoms of this disorder and when all other organic causes have been ruled out. Stress and food allergy are believed to be important in causing irritable bowel syndrome. This condition can be very chronic but is usually manageable. Changes in diet and lifestyle are usually important in the successful management of this condition.
Ayurvedic herbal treatment for irritable bowel syndrome is aimed at strengthening the intestines, improving digestion, and also treating chronic stress in the affected individuals. Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the small as well as the large intestine are used in high doses as per individual requirements. Medicines which improve the digestion as well as improve the resistance power of the intestinal mucosa are also used in combination with the above-mentioned medicines. Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also used to treat and reduce stress and anxiety, which are known factors in the propagation of this disease.
Individuals affected with irritable bowel syndrome may also require medicines to improve the general immune status of the body and as well as medicines to strengthen all the tissues, especially the blood and muscle tissue. This treatment indirectly helps in the successful management of irritable bowel syndrome. Most individuals affected with chronic and severe irritable bowel syndrome require regular Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about four to six months; however, the results of regular treatment are dramatic and can significantly alter the life of affected individuals for the better. After a complete remission of symptoms, that dose and frequency of medicines can be gradually reduced and then tapered off completely.
Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play in the successful management and treatment of irritable bowel syndrome.
The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com
