Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia gravis is a medical condition characterized by weakness and rapid fatigue of voluntary muscles in which the eye muscles, and muscles of the face and throat as well as the muscles of the arms and legs are more frequently affected.  This condition results from an immune dysfunction which reduces the affectivity of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which transmits impulses from the nerve endings to the muscles at the neuromuscular junctions.  Myasthenia gravis is more commonly seen in women younger than 40 and in men older than 60.  The modern management of myasthenia gravis includes the use of acetylcholine blockers which make this neurotransmitter available for longer time to the muscles.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for myasthenia gravis is aimed at treating the root cause of the condition, strengthening the nervous system as well as the muscular system, and giving specific treatment to stimulate neuromuscular junctions.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines as well as herbo mineral combinations which act on the central nervous system and strengthen each nerve cell are used in high doses so that the dysfunction of the nervous system and neurotransmitters is treated and cured.  Medicines which act specifically on muscle tissue as well as on nerves are also used so as to correct the dysfunction of neuromuscular junctions.

In addition, immune dysfunction which is invariably present in people affected with myasthenia gravis is treated with the help of Ayurvedic herbal immunomodulatory agents, which boost the immune status of the affected individual and treat the immune dysfunction.  This helps in an early recovery in the symptoms of myasthenia gravis, as well as prevents a relapse of the condition.  Most people affected with myasthenia gravis need Ayurvedic herbal treatment for a period of about four to six months, so as to get significant relief from the condition, and avoid a relapse after discontinuation of therapy.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be judiciously utilised in the management and treatment of myasthenia gravis.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Leukemia

Leukemia is a blood cancer in which the bone marrow produces abnormal and immature white cells.  Leukemia is divided into acute type which further consists of acute lymphocytic leukemia and acute myeloid leukemia; the chronic type of leukaemia consists of chronic lymphocytic leukemia and chronic myeloid leukaemia.  Infection due to viruses, a severely weakened immunity, exposure to toxins, chemicals, chemotherapy and radiation, as well as individuals suffering from Down's syndrome, increase the susceptible to leukaemia.  The common symptoms of leukaemia include fever, weakness, headache, spontaneous bleeding, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, weight loss, enlarged spleen, and a susceptibility to frequent infections.  The modern management of leukaemia includes a combination of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, biological therapy, and bone marrow transplantation.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for leukaemia consists of treating the symptoms of the disease, preventing complications from this disease, as well as treating the root cause of the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are used to stimulate the bone marrow first to stop producing abnormal and immature white cells, and start producing normal white cells in a regulated manner.  Specific herbal medicines, which target and act on the bone marrow, are used in high doses, in order to bring about a quick remission for leukaemia.  Ayurvedic herbal immunomodulatory medicines are also used simultaneously with the above treatment in high doses in order to bring about a rapid relief from this condition.  Immunomodulatory medicines maintain the health and stamina of the affected individual and improve quality of life.

The common symptoms of leukaemia are treated symptomatically with the appropriate Ayurvedic herbal medicines. Anti-inflammatory medicines are used for controlling joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, enlarged spleen, and fever and body ache.  Herbal medicines which control infection are used in order to reduce the susceptibility to infections.  Other symptoms like bleeding, weakness, and weight loss are naturally controlled with immunomodulatory treatment and treatment to stimulate the bone marrow.

Leukemia, including all its types, is a serious medical condition and needs to be treated aggressively and continuously on a long-term basis in order to bring about a fast relief from the condition and prevent relapses.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment needs to be given for about six to nine months in order to bring about significant improvement, as well as prevent relapse.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Infectious Mononucleosis

Infectious mononucleosis is an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus which causes an increase in lymphocytes.  This disease is also known as Glandular Fever and Mono.  It is also known as Kissing Disease, since it is usually transmitted through the saliva during close person-to-person contact and especially kissing.  The common symptoms of this condition include fever, chills, malaise, sore throat, swollen lymph glands in the neck, and white coated tonsils.  Rarely, affected individuals may have a rash on the body as well as an enlarged liver and spleen.

The Ayurvedic herbal treatment for infectious mononucleosis consists of giving symptomatic treatment of the affected individual as well as treating the viral infection.  Herbal medicines are given for fever, chills, sore throat, and malaise.  Anti-inflammatory medicines which work on the respiratory tract are used to treat the sore throat and swollen lymph glands in the neck, as well as inflammation of the tonsils.  If the affected individual has complications like skin rash and enlarged liver and spleen, specific treatment is given to treat these complications.  Most herbal combinations which are used in influenza and common cold give quick relief from symptoms in infectious mononucleosis.

In addition to the above treatment, herbal medicines are also given which have a known anti-viral action.  These medicines deactivate the Epstein-Barr virus and bring down the infection quickly and easily.  Since viral infections dominate in situations of compromised immunity, Ayurvedic herbal medicines are used which have an immunomodulatory action.  These medicines increase the resistance of the body and help to control the infection as well as its associated symptoms.  For most individuals affected with infectious mononucleosis, treatment for about 2 to 4 weeks is sufficient to completely cure the condition.  Individuals with complications like liver and spleen enlargement or skin rash may require prolonged treatment for about 2to 4 months.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be utilised in the management and treatment of infectious mononucleosis.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Cancer of Larynx

Cancer of the larynx is also known as laryngeal cancer and is a squamous cell type of carcinoma of the voice box situated in the throat.  This cancer is seen more in men, especially those who smoke and drink alcohol excessively or are exposed to asbestos or sulphuric acid.  The common symptoms of laryngeal cancer include a hoarseness of voice, cough, breathlessness, and a feeling of a lump in the neck.  The modern management of this condition includes the use of radiation therapy, surgery, and chemotherapy.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for cancer of larynx is aimed at treating the primary tumour, treating the symptoms of the condition, giving treatment to prevent its spread to other parts of the body, as well as treating the known causes for this condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which treat uncontrolled growth of cells in general, are used for the treatment of cancer of the larynx; in addition, specific herbal medicines which act on the larynx are used in order to bring about an early response in the treatment of this tumour.  Herbal medicines which act on the blood and lymph tissue are also given in order to destroy the cancer cells present in the circulation, so as to prevent a spread of the cancer in the body.  If the affected individual has known metastases of the laryngeal cancer, these new growths need to be treated separately with medicines specific to the affected organs.

In combination with the above treatment, medicines also need to be given to boost the immune status of the patients affected with laryngeal cancer, in order to help the body fight against this cancer.  Immunomodulation with herbal medicines helps to maintain the strength and vitality of the patient, brings about a significant improvement with treatment, and considerably reduces the treatment time.  A robust immune system definitely helps in bringing about a complete remission of the cancer, provided treatment is started at the earliest and continued regularly till complete remission is obtained.  Overall, most people affected with laryngeal cancer require treatment for about six to nine months in order to get significant improvement from this condition.

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

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Age Related Macular Degeneration

Age related macular degeneration is also known as ARMD or AMD and is a medical condition which causes a gradual deterioration in the central vision of the eye.  ARMD can be either wet or dry; the wet type involves growth of abnormal blood vessels behind the retina which bleed and cause rapid loss of vision.  In the dry type of ARMD, there is a gradual break down of the light sensitive cells in the macula which causes a gradual loss of vision.  A family history, female gender, age over 60, obesity, and a history of smoking are risk factors for ARMD.  The modern management of this condition includes the use of oral medication, injections, laser surgery, and photodynamic therapy.

The overall results of modern treatment in both types of ARMD are not very encouraging.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment has a significant role to play in the treatment of this medical condition, both for the dry and wet types.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines prevent a deterioration of the retina as well as the optic nerve, and provide micronutrients to the macula which transmits the sensation of vision to the brain.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines also display an anti-inflammatory as well as soothing action on the micro capillaries within the retina as well as the optic nerve.  The combined action of these medicines is to reverse the pathology in both the dry and wet types of ARMD, prevent further loss of vision,

 stabilize vision, and increase visual acuity in the affected individuals.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also utilised to increase the general immune status of the individual affected with ARMD, so as to slow down the degeneration process both in the eye as well as in the whole body, and provide health, vigor and vitality.  Immunomodulatory treatment with the help of herbal medicines not only speeds the healing and recovery process in ARMD, but it also ensures that there is no further deterioration or relapse after discontinuation of treatment.  Most individuals affected by ARMD need treatment for about nine months to one year in order to get significant improvement in all the symptoms as well as vision.

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

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 Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer is a cancer of the ovaries which can occur especially in elderly women over 55, or women with a family history of cancer, a history of prolonged estrogen treatment, or history of no pregnancies.  Ovarian cancer presents mostly with non-specific pressure symptoms such as a swollen abdomen, pain in the abdomen, back and legs, nausea diarrhoea, indigestion, gas or constipation, as well as severe fatigue.  The modern management of ovarian cancer includes a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for ovarian cancer is aimed mainly at treating the primary tumour, preventing a spread of the cancer cells, treating or preventing metastases, and improving the immune function of the affected individuals.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which act on uncontrolled growth of cells are used in the treatment of this tumour.  In addition, herbal medicines which act specifically on the ovary are used in high doses in order to treat this tumour quickly and aggressively.  Herbal medicines which act on the blood and the lymph tissue are used in order to prevent the spread of this tumour to other parts of the body through the blood circulation and the lymphatic circulation.

If the tumour has already spread to other parts of the body, the metastases are also treated separately, with herbal medicines which act specifically on the affected organs.  Ayurvedic herbal immunomodulatory agents are also used in high doses in order to boost the immune status of the affected individual, so that the immune system is strengthened in its fight against the cancer.  This treatment also helps to kill the cancer cells and brings about an early remission of the cancer.  Immunomodulation also helps to revitalize the affected individual and maintain stamina and strength.

Pressure symptoms and symptoms related to the gastrointestinal tract also need to this treated separately.  Most patients affected with ovarian cancer complain of a severe loss of appetite, weight loss, and chronic constipation.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which act specifically on the gastrointestinal tract are used in order to treat the specific symptoms.

Most women affected with ovarian cancer need aggressive Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about six to nine months in order to bring about a significant improvement and remission of the ovarian cancer.  Treatment may need to be continued further in order to completely eliminate all cancer cells from the body.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can dramatically alter the prognosis of ovarian cancer, provided treatment is taken regularly on a long-term basis.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Muscular Dystrophy

Muscular dystrophy includes a group of inherited muscle diseases, which result from a genetic deficiency of dystrophin, a muscular protein, because of which muscles display an unusual susceptibility to damage and therefore progressively weaken.  Muscular dystrophy includes several diseases like Duchene’s muscular dystrophy, Becker's muscular dystrophy, myotonic dystrophy (also known as Steinert's disease), facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (also known as Landouzy-Dejerine dystrophy), limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, congenital muscular dystrophy, oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy, distal muscular dystrophy and Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy.  Each condition has characteristic symptoms and may have variable outlooks.  Duchene’s muscular dystrophy is the most common type of inherited muscular disorder.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for muscular dystrophy is aimed at treating the genetic deficiency which results in progressive muscular damage and weakness.  Different types of herbal medicines are utilised in the treatment of muscular dystrophy.  These include herbal medicines which act on the blood tissue as well as the muscle tissue of the body.  These medicines regulate and normalize metabolism of both these tissues at the microcellular level, so that the breakdown of muscle at an accelerated rate is prevented or minimized.  Ayurvedic treatment can be given both in the form of oral medication as well as local application.  Medicated herbal oils are used for massage on the entire body, after which medicated steam fomentation is given to supplement the effect of the local application.

In addition, medicines are also given to detoxify the body from the buildup of the elements of muscle breakdown.  Other specific herbal medicines are also used which act on the cellular DNA of the body so that the genetic deficiency can be regulated and modified to the maximum extent possible.  These treatments help in minimizing the long-term damage of muscular dystrophy, improving muscle strength and tone, reducing long term disability, improving the quality of life, as well as in prolonging survival of affected individuals, especially those having Duchene’s muscular dystrophy.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant contribution in the management and treatment of muscular dystrophy.

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