Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Chalazion

A chalazion is a slowly enlarging nodule which can be seen on the eyelid.  Most of these growths are not very painful but tend to keep on increasing in size, and most affected individuals commonly present with this condition because of cosmetic concerns.  A chalazion may persist for several weeks or months, and is usually quite resistant to medical treatment.  Ophthalmologists usually advise surgical removal of the chalazion; however, most affected individuals are reluctant to opt for surgical removal because of concerns of damage to the eye or eyelid.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment is very effective in treating and completely curing chalazion.  Simple herbal medicines which have an anti-inflammatory effect are used for the treatment of chalazion.  These medicines gradually reduce the swelling, which usually disappears in a month or to.  The advantage of using Ayurvedic herbal medicines for the treatment of chalazion is that most affected individuals do not report any recurrences after using these medicines.  Recurrences can possibly occur if modern medicines or other conventional treatments have been utilised in the treatment of chalazion.

Chalazion usually occurs in the oil secreting glands within the eyelid due to inflammation and obstruction.  An inflammation of these glands near the eyelashes can result in a painful swelling which is known as stye. These swellings can usually be treated successfully with the help of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications, as well as painkillers.  Localized treatment in the form of ointments and mild fomentation also helps to reduce pain, inflammation, and swelling.  A stye usually lasts for one or two weeks and can be treated with modern medicines; however a chalazion typically lasts for a much longer time and can be treated completely and successfully with Ayurvedic herbal medicines.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment is thus very effective in the management and treatment of chalazion.  Ayurvedic treatment can also be utilised for the successful treatment of stye.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is a psychiatric medical condition in which an affected individual experiences alternating patterns of manic and depressive illness.  Some people experience both type of symptoms simultaneously.  While the exact cause for bipolar disorder is unknown, it is believed that biochemical, genetic, and environmental factors are responsible for triggering this condition.  Bipolar disorder is a chronic condition and according to the modern system of medicine, most affected individuals require psychiatric medication as well as counseling and regular supervision, possibly life-long.

The Ayurvedic herbal treatment for bipolar disorder is aimed at providing symptomatic treatment for the manic or depressive episodes; in addition, treatment is also provided to treat the brain cells and correct possible abnormalities within the brain cells and their connecting neurotransmitters.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are given to provide sedation and correction of aggressive and psychotic behaviour in individuals who have manic episodes.  Individuals who have depressive episodes are given Ayurvedic herbal medicines which treat and cure the depression.

In addition, herbal medicines are given to people affected with bipolar disorder so as to strengthen the nervous system and the brain cells, and normalize the neurotransmitters in the brain.  These medicines are continued on a long-term basis so as to treat the root cause of bipolar disorder.  These medicines usually are required for about six to nine months in order to produce significant results in patients severely affected with bipolar disorder, while those with mild to moderate symptoms may require treatment for lesser durations.

To sum up, most people affected with bipolar disorder can be managed very well with Ayurvedic herbal treatment and can be assisted to lead near normal lives.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Ankylosing Spondylitis

Ankylosing spondylitis is a medical condition which refers to ankylosis or a fusion of the affected vertebrae.  This medical condition involves chronic inflammation of the spine and sacroiliac joints resulting in pain, stiffness, fatigue and possibly, involvement of several joints.  Ankylosing spondylitis is believed to be influenced by genetics, environmental factors and disturbed immunity.  When the auto immune aspect is predominant, affected individuals may have a complete fusion of the backbone and may also report involvement of other organs like the eyes, heart, lungs, and kidneys.  The modern management of this condition includes the use of painkillers, anti-inflammatory drugs, steroids, and immune-suppressant drugs.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for ankylosing spondylitis involves the use of anti-inflammatory medicines to treat the chronic inflammatory process in the vertebrae as well as the sacroiliac joints.  These medicines gradually reduce the inflammation and heal the vertebrae as well as the intervertebral joints, so that the backbone reverts back to normal or near normal.  These results are obtained without any evidence of major side-effects, even with long-term use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines.  Localized treatment for the backbone can also be utilised along with oral medication.  Local treatment is in the form of herbal ointments and medicated oils which can be applied, after which hot fomentation is given to the backbone and the sacroiliac joints.  Combined oral and local treatments provide quick relief from pain and stiffness.

In addition to the above treatment, Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also given to provide immunomodulation in the affected individual, so that the immune process in the body starts helping the body rather than fighting against it.  This treatment not only reduces the symptoms quickly, but it also helps in curing the disease completely, as well as preventing involvement of internal organs.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment needs to be given for about four to six months in patients affected with ankylosing spondylitis, depending upon the severity of the condition.  Almost all patients who take regular treatment get cured from this condition.  Individuals who have pronounced fusion of the vertebrae can also benefit from treatment considerably.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant contribution in the management and treatment of ankylosing spondylitis.

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 Angina Pectoris

Angina pectoris is a well-known medical condition involving typical chest pain usually resulting from a reduced blood flow through the coronary arteries, thereby starving the heart muscles of much-needed oxygen.  Angina pectoris usually results from atherosclerosis, coronary artery spasm, and inflammation of the coronary arteries.  The known risk factors for angina pectoris include a family history, cigarette smoking, high cholesterol levels, severe hypertension, and diabetes mellitus.  The modern management of this condition involves reduction of the known risk factors and giving medications which reduce cholesterol and hypertension, dissolve blood clots, and improve the blood flow through the coronary arteries.

The Ayurvedic herbal treatment for angina pectoris is aimed at giving symptomatic treatment to reduce chest pain, reducing the risk of a heart attack, and treating the known causes for the condition.  Herbal medicines which reduce atherosclerosis as well as bad cholesterol are given to control the major risk factors for angina pectoris.  Ayurvedic medicines are also given to treat inflammation in the arteries as well as to prevent coronary artery spasm.  Medicines are also given to control high blood pressure and known medical conditions like diabetes mellitus.

In addition, Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also given to strengthen the damaged or weak heart muscles so that the heart function is optimized.  Several herbal medicines can be given on a long-term basis so as to improve the structure and functioning not only of the coronary arteries but the entire cardiovascular system in general.  This treatment not only treats angina pectoris, prevents future heart attacks, but it also prevents other cardiovascular diseases like paralysis, deterioration of vision, and kidney failure.

Along with treatment for angina pectoris, it is equally important to advise the affected individual to make suitable lifestyle changes such as cessation of smoking, exercising regularly, and eating healthy food.  Relaxation techniques, yogasanas, and breathing techniques such as pranayam can be utilised to reduce stress and increase the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be judiciously utilised for the management and treatment of angina pectoris, and for prevention of heart attacks in the affected individual.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Psoriatic Arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis is a medical condition characterized by a combination of to auto immune disorders: psoriasis and arthritis.  Pain, swelling, and inflammation are the symptoms of arthritis while shiny scales on the skin with itching and bleeding are characteristic of psoriasis.  This condition is usually observed in the age from 30 to 50 and has a tendency to show periods of exacerbation and remissions.  The presentation of psoriatic arthritis is influenced by genetics, environment and a tumor necrosis factor.  The modern management of psoriatic arthritis is usually with the help of steroids and immunosuppressant medications; however, results are not so encouraging, and these medicines can prove to be very toxic to the body.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for psoriatic arthritis deals with giving symptomatic treatment both for psoriasis as well as arthritis.  In addition, medicines are given to correct the compromised immunity of the affected individual, so that the immune process can be helped to strengthen the body, rather than fight against it.  Herbal medicines are given which boost the immune process so that both psoriasis as well as arthritis can be controlled at the earliest.  In addition, medicines are also given to treat the toxins within the blood and flush these out through the kidneys and the gastrointestinal system.  Herbal medicines are also used to reduce the inflammation in the body, both in the joints as well as in the skin and subcutaneous tissue.  This brings about a reduction in symptoms of both psoriasis as well as arthritis.

Local treatment can also be utilised along with oral medications.  Herbal pastes and ointments as well as medicated oils are used for pain relief and inflammation in arthritis, and to heal the psoriatic lesions.  Most patients affected with psoriatic arthritis need regular treatment for about four to six months in order to get complete relief from this condition.  It is important to note that almost all patients affected with psoriatic arthritis can be cured completely from this condition, without any side-effects being observed even with the prolonged use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines.

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 Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative type of arthritis characterized by swelling, pain and stiffness of weight bearing joints such as the hips, knees, feet, and spine.  This condition is usually age related and is due to loss of protein in the joint cartilage, which gradually starts wearing down, leading to a complete degeneration of the joint cartilage.  Most people with osteoarthritis suffer from the primary type of this condition which has no known cause and is age related.  Secondary osteoarthritis usually results from obesity, repeated trauma or surgery to the joints, and other diseases like diabetes and gout.  Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition and the modern management of this condition usually consists of giving pain killers and anti-inflammatory medications, along with graded physiotherapy.

The Ayurvedic herbal treatment for osteoarthritis consists of giving symptomatic treatment for the pain, swelling, and stiffness in the affected joints.  Most of the Ayurvedic herbal medicines used for this purpose have an anti-inflammatory effect which reduces the pain and swelling gradually.  These medicines are safe for prolonged use and can therefore be effectively used in the treatment of osteoarthritis.  Local treatment can also be given in the form of herbal ointments, pastes, and medicated oils.  Local fomentation can also be utilised along with local application of different medicines.  Usually, these treatments provide immediate relief from the pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints.

In addition to the above treatment, Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also given to provide nourishment to the cartilage in the affected joints, so that further degeneration of the cartilage can be prevented and a healing treatment can be provided, so that the joint cartilage is strengthened and revitalized.  Treatment is usually required for four to six months in order to provide significant changes in the affected joints, after which a majority of people affected with severe osteoarthritis report a complete relief from symptoms, as well as better functioning joints.  A regular exercise of the affected joint also helps to maintain muscular tone and strength.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be judiciously utilised in the successful management and treatment of osteoarthritis.

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 Diabetes Complications

Diabetes mellitus is a medical condition which results in inadequately metabolized and excess glucose in the blood.  This excess glucose causes adverse effects on the entire body, especially on the heart, kidneys, eyes, nerves, extremities, the gastrointestinal system, and the brain.  Untreated diabetes mellitus can cause numerous complications in the different organs and body systems.  In addition to treatment of diabetes, a large number of individuals affected with diabetes also need separate treatment for the complications of diabetes.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines can be used very effectively to treat complications resulting from chronic diabetes.  The advantage and importance of using Ayurvedic herbal medicines in individuals affected with diabetes is that these medicines are safe for prolonged use, they treat most of the complications successfully, and they have an additional bonus of reducing blood sugar.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines can thus comprehensively treat diabetes mellitus.

Ayurvedic medicines stimulate the pancreas to start secreting adequate amounts of insulin in order to completely metabolize glucose in the blood, so that this glucose can be taken up by the cells of the body and utilised for their benefit.  Ayurvedic medicines also provide adequate blood supply to all the parts of the body so that nourishment in the form of glucose, oxygen, and other nutrients is provided regularly to the entire body.  This prevents degeneration and dysfunction of the various organs and systems in the body.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines also stimulate the important organs like the heart and kidneys as well as the gastrointestinal system to function at an optimum level, so that no dysfunction of the organs or systems is observed.  Regular treatment with Ayurvedic herbal medicines prevents deterioration of vision as well as a degeneration of the nerves.  Complications like neuropathy, intermittent diarrhea and constipation, heart attacks, and kidney failure which can be observed in chronic or untreated diabetes are thereby completely prevented with the regular use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines.

Several Ayurvedic medicines have been proved to conclusively reduce blood sugar levels in diabetic patients and the regular use of such medicines keeps diabetic patients well for prolonged periods.  Most such diabetic individuals can therefore enjoy drug-free holidays, provided they regularly monitor their blood sugar levels.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment is therefore very effective in providing treatment and improving the quality of life of diabetic patients, as well as preventing complications from diabetes.

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