Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Dark and Light Skin Patches

Skin patches result from disturbances in the skin pigmentation.  This can be due to different causes such as trauma, infection, vascular growths, and skin diseases.  An increase in the skin pigmentation can cause darkening of the skin, whereas a decrease in the pigmentation can cause light patches on the skin.  Exposure to the sun and contact with chemicals and cosmetics can also cause skin patches.  The treatment of skin patches depends upon the known cause for the condition.  The modern management of this condition is usually in the form of local application of different types of ointments.

The Ayurvedic treatment of skin patches involves the use of herbal medicines which act on the skin, the subcutaneous tissue, and the underlying muscle and vascular structure.  Ayurvedic treatment also aims to remove impurities and toxins from the blood so as to permanently treat the skin patches and prevent recurrence.  In some individuals who have recurrent skin patches, there may also be a need to boost the immunity so that recurrent viral and bacterial infections can be avoided.

Most of the Ayurvedic herbal medicines which are useful in the treatment of skin patches have a multipronged action useful in all sort of skin diseases.  These medicines are useful in improving the immunity of the skin and underlying tissues, so that recurrent infections can be prevented.  They also reduce vascular growths and normalize the action of the skin pigment.  In addition, they normalize the circulation in the affected area, so that any abnormality present in the skin and underlying tissue can be gradually corrected through the blood flow.

Skin patches, both dark as well as light, can be treated completely with the regular use of Ayurvedic medicines for periods ranging from 1 to 6 months.  The response of different individuals to the medicines can be different; hence the wide range in the duration of treatment.  Local applications are also very important in the treatment of skin patches.  Dark skin patches require different ointments while light skin patches naturally require different medicines to be applied locally.  Ointments required for dark skin patches are usually soothing in nature and work to reduce the pigment in the area.  On the other hand, ointments which are useful in the treatment of light skin patches are more strong and irritant in nature, and serve to increase the pigment in the affected area.

Some people affected with multiple skin patches all over the body may need generalised treatment to treat the skin and blood abnormalities and to boost the overall immunity of the body.

Ayurvedic Herbal medicines can thus be judiciously utilised to treat skin patches.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Costochondritis

Costochondritis is a medical condition in which the smaller joints between the ribs and the chest bone or the joints between the ribs and the backbone get swollen and inflamed.  This results in acute pain and tenderness in the affected area.  Costochondritis can result from heavy manual work, local trauma, prolonged work, and generalised inflammation of the joints.

Costochondritis can be treated effectively with Ayurvedic herbal medicines.  These medicines effectively reduce the pain, inflammation and tenderness in the affected areas.  Treatment is in the form of oral medication as well as the local application of medicated oils or ointments, followed by fomentation.  The pain felt in costochondritis is usually highly localized; however, in certain affected individuals, the location of the pain is not localized.  In the treatment of such individuals, the local application of ointments is to be done in the entire affected area from the front part of the chest to the backbone.  This is followed by fomentation, which usually gives very good results.

Most people affected with costochondritis benefit with about 2 to 6 weeks of Ayurvedic therapy.  Some individuals have a different type of costochondritis known as Teitz Syndrome, in which the inflammation takes a longer time to subside; however regular treatment for about 2 to 4 months usually suffices to bring about a complete relief from pain.

Patients with costochondritis who have a history of trauma need to be investigated to rule out fracture of the ribs.  If there is evidence of  fracture, treatment needs to be slightly modified in order to treat the fracture.  In such situations, it is important to rule out injury to internal organs like the lungs.  Once this possibility is ruled out, treatment through oral medicines and local applications, along with medicines to bring about a faster healing of the fracture, usually suffices.

Ayurvedic medicines can thus be judiciously used to treat costochondritis.

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Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Cardiomyopathy

Cardiomyopathy is a medical condition in which the muscles of the heart get affected due to various reasons such as high blood pressure, acute infections, episodes of heart attack, and other diseases related to the heart and lungs.  Cardiomyopathy renders the heart unable to efficiently pump blood to the body, resulting in heart failure, circulatory failure, thrombosis and other complications.  Cardiomyopathy can be of the different types: dilated, hypertrophic, and restrictive.

The modern management of cardiomyopathy depends upon the type and the severity of the condition.  Modern management however, is mostly supportive in nature and is not curative.  Ayurvedic treatment can be applied in the management of cardiomyopathy since it has more specific action on the heart muscles and can therefore provide specific results and a possible cure for the condition.  An accurate diagnosis of the condition is essential before commencing treatment.  Treatment differs according to the different types of cardiomyopathy.  Dilated cardiomyopathy is treated with Ayurvedic medicines which provide strength and contractile capacity to the heart muscles.  These medicines improve the efficiency of the heart and rapidly correct the condition of dilated cardiomyopathy.  In hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, medicines are given which act on the cardiac muscles and reduce the size of the muscles, which have hypertrophied.  This treatment takes a longer time to have effect; however, the pumping action of the heart improves slowly and in a definite manner.

Restrictive cardiomyopathy is a condition in which, usually, the heart muscles contract and reduce the circulatory space within the heart. In this situation, Ayurvedic medicines can be given to reduce the constrictive action on the heart, so as to improve the heart function. Associated conditions with cardiomyopathy also need to be treated concurrently, in addition to treating any visible complications of the condition.  Ayurvedic treatment can therefore be judiciously applied in the management of the different types of cardiomyopathy.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Fibromyalgia (Fibrositis)

Fibromyalgia, also known as fibrositis, is a medical condition in which the affected individual usually complains of multiple tender points all over the body.  This condition is usually seen in females in the age of 35 to 55.  Fibromyalgia is usually not associated with inflammation, but is usually more related to an increased awareness of pain in multiple sites.  Affected female individuals usually complain of pain, weakness, giddiness and loss of appetite.  Treatment is usually done with pain killers, psychotherapy and reassurance.

The Ayurvedic treatment for fibromyalgia consists of treating the pain, reducing the susceptibility to pain, as well as increasing the confidence and vitality of the affected individuals.  Herbal medicines are given which can safely reduce the pain and control different symptoms of anxiety, giddiness, loss of appetite etc.  Local application of medicated oils reduces the susceptibility to pain and increases the strength and vitality of the skin, subcutaneous tissue and muscles.  Fomentation can also be utilised after the application of the oils.  In addition, Ayurvedic medicines are given to treat depression and improve the flow of positive thoughts within the affected individuals.

Treatment for fibromyalgia usually needs to be given for about four to six weeks in order to bring about noticeable results for affected individuals.  Counselling and reassurance can also be given to such people.  Most affected females should be advised to keep themselves busy and to have a positive outlook towards life.  A judicious combination of psychotherapy and Ayurvedic medication can thus help successfully and effectively to treat patients having fibromyalgia.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a medical condition in which there is severe pain in the affected shoulder joint.  This medical condition initially involves severe pain and limitation of movement in the shoulder joint, after which the stiffness in the joint increases considerably.  This is followed by a stage of thawing, in which the stiffness reduces slightly.  While this condition is usually seen in the elderly population, it can also occur in the young or middle aged people.  A previous history of trauma or prolonged immobilisation usually contributes to this medical condition.

Frozen shoulder is a medical condition which is quite difficult to treat within the modern system of medicine.  The use of anti-inflammatory medicines and pain killers usually gives temporary relief; however, the affected individual continues to suffer from the frozen shoulder syndrome.  For patients with severe pain and pronounced immobility, surgery may be the only final option.

Ayurvedic treatment is quite effective in the management of frozen shoulder.  Ayurvedic medicines not only reduce pain and inflammation, but they also help to reduce the stiffness of the associated tendons and bring about laxity within the frozen shoulder.  Herbal medicines provide strength and mobility to the muscles surrounding the shoulder capsule.  Ayurvedic treatment for frozen shoulder is given in the form of oral medication as well as local application of medicated herbal oils, followed by hot fomentation.  Treatment is usually required for about two to four months in order to give substantial relief to the individual affected with frozen shoulder.

Ayurvedic treatment can therefore be very effective the management of frozen shoulder.

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Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Giant Cell Arteritis

Giant cell arteritis is also known as cranial arteritis or temporal arteritis.  This is a medical condition involving inflammation in the arteries situated in the temple area.  This leads to pain and tenderness in the temple area, where the hardened arteries can be felt.  Associated symptoms include pain and tenderness in the jaw and near the eyes, and muscular pains elsewhere in the body.  Cranial arteritis is a serious condition since it can involve loss of eyesight if the condition is not treated properly.  Elderly women are usually more susceptible to this disease.

The modern treatment of giant cell arteritis or temporal arteritis involves the use of steroids to reduce the inflammation within the arteries.  While steroids promptly reduced the inflammation and pain, in most affected individuals, these medicines need to be continued permanently or on a long-term basis, which is not usually desirable because of the side-effects of steroids.  In most instances, the inflammation recurs after the steroids have been stopped.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment is especially useful in the treatment of giant cell arteritis or temporal arteritis.  Ayurvedic medicines reduce the inflammation within the arteries promptly, while the pain within the arteries as well as in the surrounding areas also subsides quickly.  In addition, treatment with Ayurvedic herbal medicines also prevents recurrence of the disease.  An important advantage of Ayurvedic herbal medicines is that it can prevent complications like blindness.  This is because Ayurvedic medicines treat inflammation and prevent blockage of the arteries.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment is therefore very effective in the treatment and cure of giant cell arteritis or temporal arteritis.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Hypercholesterolemia

Hypercholesterolemia is a condition in which there is an increase of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) as compared to high density lipoprotein (HDL) in the blood.  This may result from inappropriate lifestyles such as reduced activity, ingestion of food containing high amounts of fat, and a familial tendency to have high cholesterol in the blood.  Hypercholesterolemia can cause various problems such as an increased risk of paralysis, heart attacks, and the blockage of circulation to the limbs, which may result in ulcers and gangrene.

Hypercholesterolemia can be treated with several Ayurvedic Herbal medicines which are highly effective in reducing the bad cholesterol from the blood.  These medicines treat both the cause of the disease and its after-effects in the body.  The medicines improve the ratio of bad cholesterol to good cholesterol, reduce the tendency of blood to stick together and form clots, and reduce the risk of thrombosis both in the heart as well as the brain.  This treatment therefore also prevents further complications resulting from hypercholesterolemia.  In addition, the same medicines help to improve the condition of the liver as well as the kidneys, and also improve appetite and help in reducing weight.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines need to be taken for about two to three months regularly in order to treat hypercholesterolemia effectively and to prevent its recurrence.  In addition, adequate lifestyle changes have to be adopted, such as regular exercise, eating good food, and avoiding unhealthy food.  Timely intervention in the form of medication and adopting healthy  lifestyle changes can prevent serious complications in the long run.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com