Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Sudden Deafness

Sudden Deafness is also known as Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSHL) and denotes hearing loss which may occur instantaneously or over a period of up to three days.  It may also be accompanied by dizziness and ringing in the ears.  The causes for SSHL include infections, trauma, immune disorders, circulatory or neurological disorders, or drugs which are toxic to ears.  Most people recover spontaneously from SSHL within a few weeks; however, a few individuals experience progressively worsening symptoms.  The standard management of this condition includes removal of the known cause, antibiotics, steroids, and inhalation of carbon-dioxide and oxygen.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can be given to individuals with SSHL who have progressively diminishing hearing.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the inner ear are used in the treatment of this condition.  These medicines halt the damage to the auditory nerve and other parts of the inner ear, which are commonly damaged in this condition.  Herbal medicines with strengthen the nervous system and brain are also used in the treatment of SSHL.  Depending upon the presentation of the condition, some individuals may also be advised to use Ayurvedic herbal ear drops.

Known causes for the condition such as infection, auto immune disorders, or diseases of the circulatory or neurological system also need to be treated specifically, in order to treat SSHL.  Toxins present within the affected individual need to be removed with the help of herbal medicines either through the kidneys or through the gastrointestinal system, since this helps to hasten the recovery process.

Most individuals having deteriorating SSHL need aggressive Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about four to six months in order to recover completely from this condition as well as prevent a relapse.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a definite role to play in the management and treatment of SSHL.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Meigs Syndrome

Meigs syndrome consists of a triad of symptoms which include ovarian tumor or cyst, ascites and pleural effusion.  The cause for Meigs syndrome remains unknown, but surgical removal of the cyst usually results in regulation of the other symptoms.  Most females affected with this syndrome usually have a normal life expectancy; however, a few individuals continue to have a recurrence of all the symptoms.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for Meigs Syndrome consists of treating all the three main symptoms of the disease.  Ayurvedic medicines which have a specific action on the ovaries, on the abdominal peritoneum, and on the pleural linings covering the lungs, are used in high doses for prolonged periods.  Medicines which act on the blood as well as muscle tissue are also used in the treatment of this condition.  Specifically, medicines which reduce inflammation and blockage within the abdominal and chest blood circulation are used in the treatment of Meigs syndrome, since these help to remove the main pathology of the condition.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also used to remove the disease components of this condition either through the kidneys or through the gastrointestinal system, since this helps to prevent recurrence of the condition, after a complete remission of the tumour has been obtained.  Most individuals also benefit from a predominantly milk diet.

Usually, individuals suffering from Meigs syndrome require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about six to nine months in order to recover completely from this condition.  After herbal treatment, a recurrence is usually not observed in these females.  It is also advisable to give ‘Rasayan’ therapy after completion of the treatment, in order to boost the immune status of the individual and prevent recurrence of the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines thus have a definite role to play in the management and treatment of Meigs syndrome.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Leiomyosarcoma

Leiomyosarcoma is known by several names such as spindle cell sarcoma, fibrosarcoma, and malignant fibrous histiocytoma, depending upon the location of the tumor.  These tumors are basically cancerous growths of the smooth muscle or fibrous tissue and can occur anywhere in the body.  Most of these tumors are very fast spreading and have an overall poor prognosis, with a tendency to recur even after surgical removal.

The Ayurvedic herbal treatment for leiomyosarcoma is aimed at treating the original tumour, preventing its spread through the blood and lymphatic circulation, and preventing a recurrence of the condition.  Since these tumours are known to be aggressive, Ayurvedic herbal treatment also needs to be given aggressively and instituted at the earliest possible, in order to provide the best results.  Treatment is also aimed at maintaining the strength of the affected individual, as well as boosting the immune status of the body.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on muscle and fibrous tissue are used as the mainstay of treatment for leiomyosarcoma.  Treatment is supplemented with other herbal medicines which destroy cancerous cells the blood and lymphatic circulation and also prevent new growths of the cancer in the body.  In addition, Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a known immunomodulatory effect are also used in high uses in order to normalise the immune status of the affected individual, so as to bring about faster results and help in a complete remission of the tumour.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment needs to be given for six to nine months continuously in order to bring about maximum improvement in the affected individual.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines can help to prolong survival, improve the quality of life of the affected patient, and also bring about a complete remission of the condition.  A combination of modern management in the form of surgical removal, supplemented by aggressive Ayurvedic herbal treatment can bring about faster and better results, and improve chances of a complete cure.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines thus have a definite role to play in the management and treatment of leiomyosarcoma.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Acute Kidney Failure

Acute kidney failure is of short duration and is usually due to three main causes.  Prerenal causes are the commonest and usually result from insufficient blood supply to the kidneys due to dehydration or other causes like low blood pressure, heart attack or heart failure.  Postrenal causes include obstruction to the flow of urine due to kidney stones, tremors, enlarged prostate etc.  Renal causes include damage to the renal blood vessels or kidney tissue due to infection, inflammation, or injury.  The modern management of acute kidney failure includes hospitalization, treatment of the specific cause of the condition, supplementing or replacing the filtration of the kidneys, correction of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, and treatment to restore blood circulation and maintain blood pressure.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment is useful in acute kidney failure when there is damage within the kidneys either to the blood circulation or to the actual kidney tissue.  Herbal treatment is especially useful when there is inflammation of the kidney tissue or blood vessels.  Herbal medicines are given in high doses so as to reduce the inflammation and reverse the damage to the kidneys.  Toxins generated within the blood circulation are also flushed out either through the kidneys themselves or through the gastrointestinal system.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines help to maintain the kidney function and bring about a gradual reversal of inflammation and the resulting damage to the kidneys

Ayurvedic medicines can be given in combination with modern intensive care for acute kidney failure.  These medicines provide a supportive role and help to bring about a long-term correction of kidney function.  Herbal medicines not only bring about an early cure, but also prevent long-term complications like chronic kidney failure.  Individuals affected with acute kidney failure require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about 4 to 8 weeks in order to provide significant relief from the symptoms.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines thus have a definite role to play in the management and treatment of acute kidney failure.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Sciatica

Sciatica is a medical condition which usually has a dramatic onset and is caused by a ruptured or herniated disc in the lower back which presses on the sciatic nerve roots and causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the lower back, radiating down to the affected leg and foot.  This pain can be severe enough to cause acute limitation of movement and considerable distress to the patient.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for sciatica is aimed at giving immediate relief from the acute pain, treating lower back muscle spasm, and also giving long-term treatment so as to bring about a complete cureof the condition.  Medicines which are used in this condition usually provide relief from pain by bringing about an immediate reduction in pain, spasm and inflammation in the affected area of the lower back.  These herbal medicines have a specific action on the muscle, tendons as well as irritated nerves.  Oral medication needs to be given in high doses in order to bring about an immediate relief in the pain.  Oral medication is supplemented by localised therapy in the form of application of medicated oils on the affected area, followed by steam fomentation with herbal decoctions.  A combination of local therapy and oral medication usually helps in bringing about a complete relief from the pain in about 2 to 6 days.

Once the acute condition has subsided, herbal treatment is given in order to treat the ruptured or herniated vertebral disc in the lower back and prevent recurrence of the condition.  Medicines are continued In order to reduce the irritation of the sciatic nerve, as well as to provide nutrition and strength to the vertebral bones as well as the inter-vertebral discs.  This treatment is supplemented with graded exercises, preferably under the supervision of a physiotherapist..

Most individuals affected with acute sciatica require treatment for about f4 to 12 weeks in order to bring about a complete relief from the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a definite role to play in the management and treatment of sciatica.

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 Recurrent Rhinitis

Recurrent rhinitis or common cold is usually is supposed to be a trivial ailment; however, this condition is responsible for significant loss of man-hours and school-hours for both adults as well as children.  Commonly, adults are affected by recurrent rhinitis about 2 to 4 times in a year, while children are affected about 5 to10 times in a year; however, some individuals may be affected by recurrent common cold almost daily or every few weeks, thus making their lives miserable.

Recurrent rhinitis is usually believed to be caused by viral infection, allergies to different offending substances, and a reduced immunity of the respiratory mucosa.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment for recurrent rhinitis is aimed at treating the local pathology of the disease as well as boosting specific and general immunity of the affected individual.  Ayurvedic medicines which are used in this condition in the acute phase usually help to remove the congestion and swelling in the nose and the upper respiratory tract.  These medicines also help to remove other associated symptoms like fever, bodyache, headache, and weakness.

Once the acute phase of this condition has passed, other Ayurvedic medicines are used in order to build up the specific immunity of the nasal mucosa as well as the mucosa in the throat and lungs.  The medicines useful for boosting this sort of immunity act on the respiratory mucosa and normalise the hairy linings in the mucosa, so that susceptibility to allergy and infection is reduced, and it can easily expel offending substances from the respiratory tract.  In addition, Ayurvedic medicines are also given to boost the general immune status of the affected individual, so as to bring about a feeling of well-being and good help.

Most individuals affected with recurrent rhinitis usually require an initial treatment period of about four to six weeks, followed by an immune-boosting treatment for about 2 to 4 months.  With this treatment, a majority of patients affected with recurrent rhinitis report significant improvement or a complete cure in this condition.

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Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Nephritis

Nephritic syndrome is also known as rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis, and is usually seen in adults.  Common symptoms of this condition include a reduced urine output, presence of blood and protein in the urine, and swelling in the body.  Glomerulonephritis is believed to result from a dysfunction of the immune system of the body, usually resulting from the after-effects of a viral infection or autoimmune disease.  Since this condition involves damage to the kidneys, the outcome of this disease in most patients may not be very favorable.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for nephritic syndrome is aimed at treating the symptoms as well as reversing the damage done to the kidneys, while at the same time normalising the immune system of the affected individual.  Herbal medicines which have a specific action on the kidneys are used in high doses in this condition, in order to bring about a rapid response and prevent long-term damage.  The medicines used for the treatment of this condition usually act both on the kidney tissue as well as on the microcirculation supplying the kidneys.  This helps in minimizing damage, healing damaged tissue, and bringing the filtration process to a normal or near normal level.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also given in order to bring about a systematic immunomodulation of the affected individual so as to bring about an early recovery and prevent relapse of the condition.  Medicines which have known immune boosting properties are used in high doses in order to overcome the effects of viral infection or autoimmune disease.  Early institution of Ayurvedic treatment is important in order to bring about a complete recovery and prevent long-term damage to the kidneys.

Most individuals affected with nephritic syndrome require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about four to six months, in order to get significant relief from the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be judiciously utilised in the management and treatment of nephritic syndrome.

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