Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Ascites

Ascites is a medical condition in which there is an abnormal collection of fluid in the abdominal cavity, usually resulting from liver disease caused by alcoholism, chronic viral hepatitis, and drug abuse; however, tumours, obstruction in the portal vein, and protein loss can also be causes for ascites.  The modern management of ascites involves treatment of the known cause for the condition as well as removal of excess fluid by tapping procedures.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for ascites includes oral medication to treat the known causes for the condition, specific treatment to reduce accumulation of fluid, as well as treatment to remove the obstruction, which is usually present due to cirrhosis of the liver.  Diet regulation plays an important part in the Ayurvedic management of ascites.  Most patients with confirmed ascites are initially given an exclusive diet of milk for six months, followed by a mixture of milk and other liquids for another three months, after which light diet is advised for another three months.

The obstruction which usually causes ascites can be either a large-sized clot of thrombus in the inferior vena cava, or cirrhosis of the liver which prevents circulation inside the liver.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are used to treat the specific obstruction which is the known cause of the pathology in affected individuals.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines with act on the clot and gradually dissolve the clot are given for prolonged periods in high doses, in order to reverse the condition.  Alternatively, Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the liver cells and prevent death, degeneration and cirrhosis of the liver cells are used for prolonged periods.

During this treatment, dead cells, toxins, and other debris are formed as a part of treatment which are then flushed out of the body through the blood circulation either through the gastrointestinal tract or through the kidneys.  Regular, mild purgation is also given in order to achieve this flushing out of toxins as well as to remove the accumulated fluid in the abdominal cavity.  Treatment is usually required for periods ranging from 9 to 15 months; however, most people affected with ascites, who take regular treatment can get significant benefit from Ayurvedic herbal treatment.

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Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Aortic Valve Stenosis

Aortic valve stenosis is a condition in which the aortic valve becomes abnormally narrow, either because of congenital causes, age related degeneration, or scarring due to rheumatic fever.  The constriction of the aortic opening results in a reduced outflow blood because of which the heart muscles need to work against an obstruction and therefore start hypertrophying and increasing in size.  The long-term effects of Aortic valve stenosis are a decrease in cardiac output and heart failure, with common symptoms such as chest pain, fainting, and breathlessness.  The modern management of aortic valve stenosis involves the dilatation of the valves or surgical valve replacement.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for aortic valve stenosis is aimed at treating the leaves of the aortic valve as well as the associated tendons and heart muscles in such a way that the aortic opening increases partially, and at the same time, the cardiac muscles get strength and are able to achieve a good cardiac output.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which act on the blood, muscles, and heart valves, are used in high doses, for prolonged periods, in order to bring about the required results.  Understandably, results are good and noticeable in the early stages of aortic valves stenosis, and may not be very effective in case of advanced heart failure.

Ayurvedic treatment consists mainly of oral medication; however, this treatment can be supplemented with the help of localized therapy as well as oral Panchkarma procedures.  The oral intake of medicated ghee results in a relaxation of the aortic valves.  In addition, localized Panchkarma procedures aimed directly on the chest wall, in the form of application of medicated oils and ghee, also help in strengthening the heart muscles and in partially relaxing the aortic stenosis.  Treatment is usually required for about four to six months, and can significantly improve the quality of life of affected individuals, as well as improve the overall survival of the patient.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play in the management and treatment of aortic valves stenosis.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Amyloidosis

Amyloidosis is a medical condition involving the deposition of an abnormal protein called amyloid in various tissues of the body including the heart, kidneys, liver, intestines, skin, nerves, joints, and lungs.  Amyloidosis can be either localized or systemic, depending upon the area or organs affected.  Symptoms resulting from this condition usually result from the abnormal functioning of the involved organs.  Alzheimer's disease is due to a localized form of amyloid deposition in the brain, while long-standing kidney failure can cause beta 2 micro globulin amyloidosis.  Systemic amyloidosis can be primary, secondary, or inherited.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for amyloidosis involves the removal of the abnormal protein from different parts of the body and treatment of the affected and dysfunctional organs.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on protein as well as muscle tissue are used in high doses in the treatment of this condition.  In addition, medicines are also used to flush abnormal protein through the circulatory system either from the gastrointestinal tract or through the kidneys.  Specific treatment also needs to be given for dysfunctional organs and depends upon the organs affected.

Special care needs to be taken when important organs like the heart, kidneys, liver and lungs are affected, since the dysfunction of these organs can adversely affect the individual and increase morbidity and mortality.  Most individuals affected with amyloidosis require treatment for periods ranging from six to nine months, depending upon the severity of the condition.  Once patients demonstrate a decrease in abnormal protein deposition, further treatment is given to prevent a recurrence of the condition.  In order to achieve this, medicines which act on the blood, muscle, as well as fat tissue are used so as to regulate and normalize the metabolism of the body.  Treatment also needs to be given to regulate the immune function of the affected individual in order to reduce treatment time and achieve recovery as early as possible.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment and thus be judiciously utilised in the management and treatment of amyloidosis.

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 Amyotrophic lateral Sclerosis

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is also known as ALS and is a degenerative disorder of the nervous system which results in progressive muscular weakness, cramps, wasting, and spasticity.  There are several different types of ALS which include classic, sporadic, and familial.  ALS is basically a motor neuron disease which causes inflammation of the nerves coming out from the spinal cord.  This condition is most common in adults from the age of 50 to 70.  Currently, there is no known treatment for ALS in the modern system of medicine.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for ALS is aimed at treating the inflammation and progressive degeneration which is characteristic of this disease.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which are known to improve and strengthen the nervous system, and which bring about a regeneration of the nerve cells are used in high doses in the treatment of this condition.  Inflammation is treated with herbal medicines which have a known anti-inflammatory action as well as a soothing action on the nerves and the microcirculation supplying the nerves.

Treatment for ALS is mainly in the form of oral medication that can be supplemented with localized treatment in the form of application of medicated oils, followed by fomentation with medicated steam.  Localised treatment also helps in stimulating the peripheral nerves to heal quickly and brings about an early change in neuromuscular coordination, balance and sensory input.

Individuals affected with ALS need to take regular treatment for at least 6 to 9 months in order to significantly benefit from Ayurvedic herbal treatment.  However, it is important to note that for a disease with no known cure and treatment, Ayurvedic herbal treatment can successfully improve the quality of life and significantly improve the survival and life span of affected individuals.  Aggressive treatment for prolonged periods can bring about a remission in this condition.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women, and is a leading cause of death.  Cervical cancer usually affects women in the age between 35 and 55.  80% of survival cancer is of the squamous cell carcinoma type, while adenocarcinoma makes up the balance 15%.  Risk factors for cervical cancer include early sexual activity, multiple sexual partners, sexually transmitted diseases, heavy smoking, and a weak immune system.  The modern management of cervical cancer includes a combination of surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for cervical cancer is aimed at treating the primary tumour, preventing its spread to other parts of the body, and also treating any known metastases of the disease.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a general action on cancer cells are used in high doses in this disease.  In addition, herbal medicines which have a specific action on the uterine muscle and cervix are also used in combination with the above-mentioned medicines.  Ayurvedic medicines which act on the lymph and the blood tissue are used to prevent the spread of the cancer to other parts of the body.  In addition, if the individual already has known metastases, these are treated according to the specific organ affected.

Most women affected with cervical cancer needs aggressive and prolonged treatment for about six to nine months in order to get a remission from the tumour, to improve the quality of life, and to significantly improve the survival rate from this condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines can also be given concurrently along with conventional therapy, to improve the chances for a complete cure, and to prevent a recurrence of the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal immunomodulatory drugs are also used in high doses in order to improve and strengthen the immune system of affected individuals.  This helps in treating the cancer and maintaining the strength and stamina of affected individuals.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play in the management and treatment of cervical cancer.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder involving neuromuscular coordination, balance, and movement of the body.  Cerebral palsy usually results from early brain damage within the first few months or years of life and may also result from infections such as bacterial meningitis or viral encephalitis, or from head injury.  The symptoms of cerebral palsy include ataxia, spasticity, and a disturbed walking gait.  In this condition, the muscles are either too stiff or too floppy and demonstrate exaggerated reflexes.

Ayurvedic herbal Treatment for cerebral palsy is aimed at treating the primary dysfunction of the brain as well as improving muscular tone and strength and neuromuscular coordination.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a strengthening action on the brain and individual nerve cells are used in high doses for prolonged periods in order to bring about improvement in the symptoms related to cerebral palsy.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which specifically improve neuromuscular coordination and also have a specific action on the muscles are also used in combination with the above-mentioned medicines.

Treatment for cerebral palsy is in the form of oral medication as well as localized application.  Local applications include medicated oils which can be applied to specific affected parts of the body or to the entire body.  Hot fomentation with medicated steam after the application of medicated oils also helps in improving muscular strength and tone.  Herbal medicines which have a specific action on muscle and nerve tissue are basically very useful in the management and treatment of cerebral palsy.

Most people affected with cerebral palsy need treatment for prolonged periods which range from six months to two years, in order to get significant improvement in their symptoms.  However, it is important to note that Ayurvedic herbal treatment can bring about a significant improvement in the quality of life of individuals affected with cerebral palsy.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a specific role to play in the management of cerebral palsy.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis is a medical condition which involves an abnormal dilatation of the proximal and medium sized airways in the lungs.  This is a chronic and obstructive lung disease with symptoms which include breathlessness, severe cough and hemoptysis.  Severe affliction with this medical condition can result in a complete collapse of the airways, and can cause significant morbidity and mortality.  The common causes of bronchiectasis include recurrent lung infections, bronchial obstruction, hereditary lung disorders, and some auto immune diseases.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for bronchiectasis involves treatment of the inflammation of the airways in the lungs as well as treatment to reverse the abnormal dilatation of these parts.  Treatment is also aimed at any known cause of the disease.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a strong anti-inflammatory action and also have a specific affinity for the respiratory tract as well as the lungs, are used in high doses for prolonged periods in order to bring about a significant improvement in the pathology of bronchiectasis, which in turn relieves symptoms significantly.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment is also aimed at treating recurrent lung infections as well as recurrent allergic conditions such as bronchial asthma, as well as chronic bronchitis.  If the affected individual is known to suffer from some auto immune disorder, this condition also needs to be treated concurrently.  In addition to giving Ayurvedic herbal medicines to reduce the inflammation and dilatation, herbal medicines are also given to improve the strength of the lungs as well as the respiratory mucosa.

Most people affected with bronchiectasis need regular treatment for about six to eight months in order to get significant improvement from the symptoms and to get noticeable relief from recurrent attacks of lung infections.  Usually, people affected with bronchiectasis also require treatment to bring about an improvement in the general strength and stamina of the body, so as to bring about a general improvement in the patient’s condition.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines can thus these judiciously utilised in the successful management and treatment of bronchiectasis.

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