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Thursday 15 September 2011

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a medical condition in which there is an autoimmune reaction within the skin causing a common, chronic and recurrent condition characterized by itchy, scaly and inflamed skin.  These patches, known as plaques, can be quite widespread on the entire skin and can cause considerable physical discomfort as well as severe emotional and psychological disturbance.  The modern management of this condition includes the use of phototherapy, local applications and oral medications which serve to control the symptoms, but are usually not successful in completely curing the disease or preventing recurrence.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for psoriasis is aimed at treating the autoimmune dysfunction of the affected individual as well as treating the pathology of the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a known immunomodulatory action are used in high doses and for prolonged periods in order to regulate the immune system of the affected individual and treat and reverse the autoimmune reaction which is known to propagate psoriasis.  In addition, herbal medicines which have a specific action on the skin, the underlying subcutaneous tissue, as well as the microcirculation and muscular tissue, are also used in combination with the above-mentioned medicines.  A combined action of all these medicines helps to bring about a remission of psoriasis and also helps in preventing recurrence of the condition.

Emotional disturbance and stress are important factors which are known to aggravate and continue to propagate psoriasis; hence Ayurvedic herbal medicines are used in high doses to treat and control stress and as well as psychological and emotional disturbances in affected individuals.  While treatment for psoriasis is mostly in the form of oral medication, local treatment is also equally important since it can help in the alleviation of symptoms like itching.  Local application of medicated oils and pastes helps to augment the treatment for psoriasis and reduce treatment time.

Most individuals affected with psoriasis, depending upon the severity and chronicity of the condition, require regular and aggressive treatment for periods ranging from six months to nine months in order to get substantial relief from the condition, after which the medicines can be tapered off gradually and then stopped altogether.

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

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 Peptic Ulcer

Peptic ulcer is a common terminology used for ulceration of the upper gastrointestinal tract and therefore includes both gastric ulcer as well as duodenal ulcer.  Chronic irritation of the gastrointestinal mucosa due to smoking, excessive intake of caffeine in the form of tea or coffee, alcohol intake, the use of excessive spices, stress, and medications like aspirin usually causes or aggravates peptic ulcer.


Ayurvedic herbal treatment for peptic ulcer is aimed at giving symptomatic treatment for the ulceration as well as treating the known cause of the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which treat inflammation and bring about a healing of ulceration are used in combination for periods ranging from three to six months in order to bring about a complete cure of the condition and to prevent recurrence.  The herbal medicines which are useful in the treatment of peptic ulcer are known to reduce excessive secretion of hydrochloric acid, treat local infection and inflammation, improve the resistance of the mucosa, and bring about a complete healing of the ulceration in the mucosa.

Peptic ulcer is a medical condition which is known to have remissions and relapses, which in the case of this condition is known as periodicity of symptoms.  In order to successfully cure this condition completely, it is important to treat all the known causes in affected individuals.  Modifications of vices, lifestyle, and diet are very necessary in order to completely cure the condition and prevent recurrence.  Offending medications, foodstuffs, chemicals, tobacco, caffeine, and alcohol need to be stopped altogether.  Stress is also a very important factor in the propagation of peptic ulceration, and needs to be treated aggressively either with herbal medicines or with relaxation techniques such as yogic asanas, and breathing techniques.

Most individuals affected with peptic ulcer, depending upon the severity and chronicity of the condition, require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for periods ranging from three to six months in order to get a complete remission from the condition.  Further treatment in low doses as maintenance therapy may be required in individuals resistant to treatment.

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

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 Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's disease is a medical disorder usually seen in the elderly population and is related to a disturbance in movement and gait.  Symptoms of Parkinson's disease include tremor, stiffness, slow movements, and impaired balance and coordination which usually worsen over time.  The modern management of this condition includes several treatment options such as medications and surgery, which can alleviate symptoms but cannot however cure the disease.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for Parkinson's disease is aimed at giving symptomatic treatment to reduce tremor, stiffness and imbalance, as well as using herbal medicines to strengthen the brain and nerve cells.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the central nervous system are used in high doses and for prolonged periods in order to treat the root cause for Parkinson's disease.  Herbal medicines bring about a gradual regeneration and recovery of damaged nerve cells as well as the neurotransmitters connecting the brain nerve synapses.  Parkinson's disease is mainly a disease of degeneration and hence Ayurvedic herbal medicines which halt and reverse this degeneration are very useful in the management and treatment of this disease.

While treatment for Parkinson's disease is mostly in the form of oral medication, localized therapy can also be used to augment the treatment.  Since it is the brain which is mostly affected in this condition, localized treatment can be given on the scalp in the form of massage of medicated oils and special Panchkarma treatments like Shiro-Basti and Shirodhara.  These treatments have the additional effect of treating tremor and stiffness quickly and helping in regaining balance and coordination.

Most individuals affected with Parkinson's disease require treatment for periods ranging from six months to 15 months in order to benefit significantly from treatment.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can bring about significant improvement in symptoms related to Parkinson's disease and can substantially improve the quality of life of elderly individuals affected with this condition.

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 Nephrotic Syndrome

Nephrotic syndrome is a medical condition involving damage to the kidneys and is seen more in young children aged 18 months to 8 years and also in adults.  This disease is caused by a damage to the blood vessels in the kidneys resulting from chronic disease, infection, cancer, some medicines, autoimmune disorders, or unknown causes.  This results in a dysfunction of the filtration within the kidneys leading to high levels of protein in the urine, low levels of protein in the blood, as well as high levels of cholesterol.  The overall treatment outcome of Nephrotic syndrome is more favorable in younger children as compared to adults in whom there is significant or irreversible damage.

Ayurvedic herbal Treatment for Nephrotic syndrome is aimed at treating the root cause of the condition as well as treating any known causes present in the affected individual.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the microcirculation and filtration system present within the kidneys, are used in high doses for prolonged periods, in order to bring about an early remission of the condition by healing the damage and restoring function to the maximum extent possible.  The herbal medicines which are useful in the treatment of Nephrotic syndrome have a soothing and anti-inflammatory action on the blood as well as the capillaries so as to treat inflammation and damage to the vascular walls.  These medicines thus prevent the leakage of proteins from the microcirculation and bring about a restoration of normal circulation and filtration of excretory products to the desired levels.  Ayurvedic herbal immunomodulatory lesions are used in high doses in order to treat the immune status of the affected individual and prevent or treat allergic reactions which can cause inflammation and the resulting damage to tissues and organs.

Herbal medicines are also used to reduce high levels of cholesterol in the blood as well as to prevent protein loss through the kidneys.  Most individuals affected with Nephrotic syndrome require chronic treatment for periods ranging from 9 to 15 months in order to get a complete cure from this condition.  However, aggressive and regular treatment can help most affected individuals to get a complete remission from this condition as well as to prevent recurrence.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play in the successful management and treatment of Nephrotic syndrome.

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 Lichen Planus

Lichen planus is a chronic and inflammatory skin condition which persists for months or years and has a tendency to recur.  This condition is believed to be triggered by allergic or immune reactions to medications or other substances.  The symptoms of lichen planus include pain, redness, and itching in flat lesions which appear on the skin or mucous membrane.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for lichen planus is aimed at treating the known cause of the condition which is usually allergy or a strong immune reaction to some irritants.  Symptomatic treatment is also given for the skin or mucous membrane rash.  Ayurvedic herbal immunomodulatory agents are used in high doses for prolonged periods in order to treat the root cause of lichen planus, bring about a complete remission, and prevent recurrence of the condition.  Herbal medicines which have a specific action on the skin, the mucous membrane, the underlying subcutaneous tissue, the blood tissue, as well as the microcirculation within the skin, are also used in combination with immunomodulatory herbal medicines.

Herbal medicines are also required to treat inflammation and irritation of the skin and mucous membrane as well as inflammation and toxins present within the blood circulation.  Inflammatory debris and toxins can be removed from the skin, the mucous membrane, and the blood either through the gastrointestinal system or through the kidneys.  The chronic nature of this condition as well as the tendency to recur in individuals affected with lichen planus brings with it a fair amount of stress and this too needs to be treated with appropriate herbal medicines.

Most individuals affected with lichen planus need regular treatment for periods ranging from six to twelve months in order to bring about a complete remission of this disease, after which the dose and frequency of medicines can be reduced gradually and tapered off completely so as to prevent recurrence of the condition.

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

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com  and  www.ayurvedaphysician.com    For Ayurvedic herbal treatment of lichen planus, kindly click here

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Hepatitis

Hepatitis is a medical condition in which the liver gets inflamed and damaged due to various causes such as viral infection, drug reactions, over-dosage of drugs, exposure to chemicals, and chronic abuse due to alcohol consumption.  Hepatitis can be either acute or chronic if it persists for more than six months.  Acute hepatitis usually results in jaundice which can be either because of excessive breakdown of red blood cells as seen in malaria, or due to an obstruction of the bile flow either in the bile duct or within the liver itself.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for hepatitis is aimed at giving specific treatment for the inflammation and damage in the liver cells as well as treatment for any known causes for the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are considered to be very useful in the management and treatment of both acute as well as chronic hepatitis.  There are several well-known herbal medicines which specifically act on the liver and reduce inflammation and swelling of the liver cells, and bring about a reversal of the damage and dysfunction in the liver.  Herbal medicines also normalize the flow of bile through the liver as well as within the bile duct.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines can also be given to treat and reverse damage due to drugs and chemicals as well as alcohol.  Herbal medicines which act on the liver as well as other vital organs such as the kidneys and heart need to be given in combination to treat such situations.  Chronic alcoholism also needs to be treated aggressively so as to help in an early remission of chronic hepatitis.  Acute or chronic hepatitis resulting from viral infection also need specific treatment with Ayurvedic anti-viral herbal medicines which are very useful in the treatment of viral hepatitis.

Most individuals having chronic hepatitis also need treatment with herbal immunomodulatory agents so as to improve the overall immune status and to maintain the health and vitality of the patient.  Chronic hepatitis can lead to cirrhosis of the liver which results in permanent damage and long-term complications which can lead to significant morbidity and mortality.  Hence, early institution of Ayurvedic herbal treatment in the management of chronic hepatitis is very important so as to provide early remission from the condition and prevent long-term complications.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com  and  www.ayurvedaphysician.com  For Ayurvedic herbal treatment of hepatitis, kindly click on this link https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com/product-page/hepatitis 

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding

Dysfunctional uterine bleeding is a medical condition related to abnormal bleeding from the uterus which is usually associated with ovulation failure and there are no other detectable organic causes for the condition.  A diagnosis of dysfunctional uterine bleeding or DUB is usually made only when all other known causes for uterine bleeding have been ruled out.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for dysfunctional uterine bleeding is aimed at giving symptomatic treatment of the bleeding as well as treating the known causes for the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the uterus, the ovaries, and the brain centers which regulate the working of entire genital system, are used in high doses for several months in order to provide complete relief from both the symptoms as well as any possible causes for the disease.  Herbal medicines regulate any possible dysfunction of the hormones in the affected individual and also reduce inflammation and treat any possible infection in the genital tract.

Since ovulation failure or a dysfunction of the ovaries is believed to be the prime cause for dysfunctional uterine bleeding, medicines which act specifically on the ovaries are used for about three to six months.  These medicines act on the ovaries and reduce inflammation and any possible fluid collection.  Herbal medicines also act on the ovaries and help them to function normally.  This helps in controlling and correcting the dysfunctional uterine bleeding.  In addition, medicines which act on the uterus also have an additional function of reducing inflammation and swelling in the mucosa of the uterus in addition to having a direct action of controlling the bleeding.

Most affected women complaining of chronic dysfunctional uterine bleeding also have other problems like weakness, giddiness, anemia etc. All these problems need to be treated with appropriate herbal medicines.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be judiciously utilised in the management and treatment of dysfunctional uterine bleeding.

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