Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Hodgkin's Disease

Hodgkin's disease, also known as Hodgkin's lymphoma, is a cancer of the lymphatic system which causes an uncontrolled growth of lymph cells, creating symptoms which include painless swelling of lymph glands, persistent fatigue, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite, itching, and unexplained weight loss. Hodgkin's disease usually results due to a severely compromised immune system.  This is a serious medical condition with a grave morbidity and mortality.  The modern management of this condition includes radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and bone marrow transplant.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for Hodgkin's disease is aimed at treating the primary cancer of the lymph cells, boosting the immune status of the individual, and treating the complications of the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are given in high doses in order to kill the cancerous lymph cells and remove these from the body either through the gastrointestinal tract or through the kidneys and the urinary system.  Herbal medicines which act on the bone marrow as well as on the liver and spleen are given so as to regulate the production of normal lymph cells.  Ayurvedic immunomodulatory medicines are used in high doses so as to boost the immune status of the individual.  This helps the body in fighting the cancer and in maintaining the strength and vitality of affected individual.  Immunomodulatory herbal medicines also help the affected individual to put on weight.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines which act on the blood and blood tissue are also used along with the above mentioned treatment so as to bring about an early resolution of Hodgkin's disease as well as to prevent long-term complications from this condition.  Most individuals affected with Hodgkin's disease need aggressive and regular treatment for about six to nine months in order to benefit significantly from Ayurvedic treatment and get a remission from the cancer.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can help patients affected with Hodgkin's disease to lead a normal life and remain cancer free.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Guillan-Barre Syndrome

Guillan-Barre syndrome is a medical condition which involves severe dysfunction of the nervous system and weakness of nerves, resulting in numbness and eventual muscular paralysis, leading to respiratory failure. While the cause of Guillan-Barre syndrome is not known, it is usually known to result after an infection of the lungs or the gastrointestinal system.  The modern management of this condition consists of supportive treatment, plasmapheresis, and intravenous immunoglobin. 

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for Guillan-Barre syndrome is aimed at treating the dysfunction of the immune system, treatment of the damage to the nervous system, and also treating the complications of this condition.  Respiratory paralysis is a serious condition requiring immediate treatment and hospitalization in intensive care.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a good immunomodulatory action are used in high doses in order to treat the severe dysfunction of the immune system in the affected individual.  Herbal medicines which act on the nervous system and which help to repair the damage done to the nerves are also used in high doses in order to bring about an early recovery of the affected individual.  In addition, medicines are also given to treat the infection of the respiratory tract or the gastrointestinal tract in order to treat the root cause of the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also given to reduce the inflammatory process which is the main cause for Guillan-Barre syndrome.

While oral medication is necessary to treat this condition, supportive treatment in the form of local application of medicated oils and hot fomentation can also be utilised in the treatment of this condition.  This results in an early recovery from weakness and numbness, which are characteristic of this condition.  Most people affected with Guillan-Barre syndrome need Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about four to six months in order to get a complete recovery from this condition.  Persons with a severe dysfunction of the immune system may require longer treatment.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be judiciously utilised in the management and treatment of Guillan-Barre syndrome.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Erythema Nodosum

Erythema nodosum is a medical condition involving inflammation of the fatty layer of the skin.  This causes reddish, painful and tender lumps which are usually seen in the front part of the legs below the knees.  While this condition is usually self-limiting, some affected individuals may suffer from this condition for several years, with intermittent recurrences.  This is an inflammatory process and may be associated with a dysfunctional immune system resulting from a reaction to medications.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for erythema nodosum is aimed at treating the inflammation of the skin as well as treating any known cause for the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which treat the blood tissue as well as which act on the skin and the subcutaneous layers are used in the treatment of erythema nodosum.  Most of the herbal medicines useful in this condition have an anti- inflammatory effect and also remove toxins as well as impurities present in the blood.  These medicines have a soothing action on the microcirculation in the skin, and serve to reduce inflammation and also carry away toxins and debris from the tender lumps seen in this condition.  While the spontaneous resolution of this condition takes about 3 to 6 weeks, the chronic condition may last much longer, and therefore requires treatment for about 2 to 6 months.

It is important to rule out the causes for this condition and to stop any medications responsible for the inflammation seen in erythema nodosum.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have an immunomodulatory action are also used in the treatment of this condition so as to boost the immune status of the affected individual.  Since the nodes observed in erythema nodosum are very painful, local treatment can also be given in the form of ointments and pastes.  These serve to reduce pain and inflammation and help in an early resolution of the lumps.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be successfully utilised in the management and treatment of erythema nodosum.

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 Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis, also known as CF, Fibrocystic disease, or Mucoviscidosis, is an inherited disorder resulting from a faulty gene, due to which a protein controlling the movement of salt and water in the cells is not produced in the required quantities.  Cystic fibrosis is predominantly a disease of the mucous and sweat glands and results in thick and sticky mucous and very salty sweat.  This disease is seen mostly in Northern Europe and some parts of America.  The common symptoms of this condition include thick sputum, salty skin, dehydration, male infertility, respiratory problems, diarrhoea, bulky and foul smelling stools, pain in the abdomen, and failure to thrive.  In addition to respiratory problems, cystic fibrosis can also cause pancreatitis, intestinal blockage, nasal polyps, rectal prolapse, liver disease, diabetes, gall stones, and weakened bones.  The sweat test is usually used for the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for cystic fibrosis is aimed at giving symptomatic treatment for the presenting symptoms of this condition, as well as giving medicines to treat the root cause of the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are given to treat the respiratory as well as gastrointestinal diseases resulting from this condition.  In addition, Ayurvedic herbal medicines are given to reduce the thickness and stickiness of mucous as well as to reduce the amount of salt present in sweat.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which act on the lymphatic and blood tissue as also medicines acting on the fat tissue are used in combination, so that the movement of salt and water from within the cells of the body can be regulated correctly.

In addition, Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also used which act on the DNA of the cells of the body so as to correct the dysfunctional gene to the maximum extent possible.  This result in at least a partial secretion of the protein controlling the movement of salt and water, and cystic fibrosis can thereby be corrected.  Treatment is required for about six to nine months in order to bring about a significant improvement both in the metabolism as well as in the resulting dysfunctions in the body.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can bring about a significant change in the quality of life of patients with cystic fibrosis, and can significantly improve survival.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Colon Cancer

Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is cancer arising in the colon and return.  These cancers usually results from polyps and chronic ulcerative colitis, and are more common in the western world, probably because of a high fat diet.  The common symptoms of colorectal cancer include fatigue, weakness, anemia, breathlessness, a change in bowel habits, a reduction in the size of the stools, diarrhoea or constipation, blood with the stool, dark stool, weight loss, abdominal pain, cramps, and bloating.  The modern management of colorectal cancer includes surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for colon cancer is aimed at treating the primary tumour, giving medicines to kill cancer cells in the blood and lymphatic regulation, and boosting the immunity of the affected individuals.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which prevent uncontrolled multiplication of cells are used in high doses in the treatment of colon cancer.  In addition, herbal medicines which have a specific affinity for the intestines are used here, so that treatment is targeted to the colorectal cancer.  In addition, herbal medicines are also given which destroy any cancer cells present in the blood or the lymphatic circulation, so that the spread of the cancer to other parts of the body can be prevented.  If colorectal cancer has metastasized to other parts of the body, treatment is then given according to the specific organ affected.

Ayurvedic herbal immunomodulatory agents are also used in high doses so as to boost the immune status of the affected individual, so that the immune system of the patient starts helping in the fight against the cancer.  Immunomodulation also helps the affected individual to maintain strength and stamina, and to carry on day-to-day activities at a normal or near-normal level.  Depending upon the staging of the cancer, most individuals affected with colon cancer require treatment for about six to nine months, in order to bring about a complete remission of the cancer.  However, more treatment may be required in order to prevent a recurrence of the condition by destroying all the cancer cells present in the blood circulation.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be judiciously utilised in the management and treatment of colorectal cancer.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis is a medical condition caused by a gradual degeneration of the nerves of the central nervous system, usually resulting as an auto immune disorder due to auto immune dysfunction of the body.  Genetic factors also play a major role in causing this condition.  Multiple sclerosis includes several disease types such as a relapsing -- remitting type, a primary progressive type, and a secondary progressive type.  Symptoms of multiple sclerosis include visual disturbances, muscular spasm, numbness and weakness, loss of sensation, speech impediments, tremors, giddiness, cognitive defects, depression, an aggravation of symptoms with the application of heat or local massage.  Pregnancy appears to reduce the number of attacks in female individuals affected with multiple sclerosis.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for multiple sclerosis is basically aimed at treating the degeneration of the central nervous system, which is the root cause of this condition.  In addition, since this disease is an auto immune disorder, auto immune dysfunction of the body needs to be corrected aggressively with the use of Ayurvedic immunomodulatory herbal medicines.  A combination of these two treatments helps in treating multiple sclerosis successfully.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which act on the central nervous system and help to strengthen and regenerate the nerve cells as well as the neurotransmitters acting between the nerve cells, are used in high doses for prolonged periods in order to bring about a reversal of the pathology of multiple sclerosis.

Local treatment in the form of the application of medicated herbal oils followed by steam fomentation usually helps in disorders of the central nervous system; however, some patients of multiple sclerosis may not tolerate this treatment.  Oral medication in order to stop the degeneration of the central nervous system as well as to bring about a regeneration of all the nerve cells, therefore, forms the mainstay of treatment for multiple sclerosis.  Treatment needs to be continued regularly for about six to nine months in order to completely reverse the symptoms and bring the affected individual to normal or near normal.

Multiple sclerosis is an affliction for which there is no known modern treatment.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can bring about a significant improvement or cure for this condition, provided treatment is taken regularly for the recommended duration, according to the severity of the symptoms in the affected individual.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be judiciously utilised in the management and treatment of multiple sclerosis.

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 Marfan Syndrome

Marfan syndrome is an inherited condition in which a gene determining the structure of fibrinill, a protein important for the formation of connective tissue, is defective.  The gene dysfunction can cause different types of symptoms of differing severity which can affect almost all the body systems including the skeleton, eyes, heart, medicines, nervous system, skin, and lungs.  The modern management for Marfan syndrome is mostly supportive and symptomatic.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for Marfan syndrome is aimed at giving symptomatic treatment for the presenting problems in the affected individual, as well as treating the root cause of the condition.  The affected individual is examined closely for a dysfunction of the systems of the body, especially the cardiovascular system, the skin, and the joints.  Specific treatment is given for the presenting symptoms of dysfunctional organs and systems.  In addition, since the primary disorder related to Marfan syndrome is a dysfunction of the connective tissue, Ayurvedic herbal medicines which target the connective tissue are used specifically in high doses and for prolonged periods.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which act on the blood, the muscle, as well as the fat tissue are used together; a combination of these medicines act on the connective tissue.  The combined action of these medicines is to help remove the flaccidity and weakness of the connective tissue, and give strength and tensile capacity to the connective tissue at the microcellular level for all the affected organs.  This treatment gradually reduces organ and system dysfunction, and helps the affected individual to gain muscular strength and tone, and improved muscular coordination and movement.

Treatment for Marfan syndrome is mostly in the form of oral medication, with the use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines on a prolonged basis, usually about six to nine months.  Treatment for this duration usually helps most individuals affected with Marfan syndrome to improve their quality of life and to gain efficiency and confidence for day-to-day activities.  Localised treatment in the form of application of medicated oils on the entire body is also done in order to supplement the oral treatment.  Local application of oils can be followed by hot fomentation with medicated steam. Such treatments help to improve the overall results obtained with Ayurvedic herbal treatment.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be efficiently utilised in the management and treatment of Marfan syndrome.

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