Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Stargardt's Disease

Stargardt's disease is the most common form of inherited juvenile macular degeneration and usually begins in late childhood.  This medical condition involves a gradual buildup of fat deposits in the Retinal Pigment Epithelium (RPE) which cuts off nourishment to the photoreceptor cells in the macula, causing a gradual degeneration of these photoreceptor cells and ultimately a loss of vision.  Currently, there is no specific management for this condition in the modern system of medicine.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for Stargardt's disease is aimed at reversing the pathology of this condition and providing adequate nourishment to the photoreceptor cells in the macula part of the retina.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the retina are used in high doses and for prolonged periods in order to halt the degeneration process and buildup gradual nourishment to the retina so that the photoreceptor cells start functioning at normal or near normal levels.  Additional Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also used to remove the deposition of fat in the RPE so as to treat the root cause of the condition.  This fat deposition is removed through the blood circulation gradually either through the gastrointestinal tract or through the kidneys.

While the main treatment for Stargardt's disease is in the form of oral Ayurvedic Herbal medicines, this treatment can also be supplemented with localised treatment in the form of eye drops or application of herbal pastes around the eyes.  The regular and long-term use of herbal eye drops also helps to provide nourishment and maintains vision.

Most individuals affected with Stargardt's disease usually require regular Ayurvedic herbal treatment for periods ranging from one to two years in order to significantly benefit from treatment, prevent further loss of vision, and show actual improvement of vision.  Since this disease is primarily seen in children, a lot of patience is required both on the part of the affected individual as well as the caretakers.  However, persistent treatment brings about significant improvement in vision, and can therefore significantly improve the quality of life of such individuals.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play in the management and treatment of Stargardt's disease.

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 Ventricular Tachycardia

Ventricular tachycardia is a medical condition in which the heart rate per minute is more than hundred beats and can result in symptoms like giddiness, palpitation, and breathlessness, and may be associated with a risk of sudden death.  The prognosis is more serious when ventricular tachycardia is associated with heart disease.  The modern management of this condition includes treatment with drugs, implantable heart devices or endocardial catheter ablation therapy.

Ventricular tachycardia is a serious medical situation and therefore requires treatment in a hospital with intensive care facilities.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can be given as additional and supportive therapy in order to bring about long-term improvement and cure of the condition so as to prevent or reduce the need for long-term drugs, mechanical devices or ablation therapy.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the heart muscles and the conduction of impulses in the heart are used in high doses for several months together.  These medicines strengthen the heart as well as regulate the nerve impulses so as to bring about a normal transmission of impulses in the entire heart.  This gradually prevents abnormal beating of the heart, especially of the ventricles.

Once an improvement is observed in the affected individual with appropriate use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines, further medicines are given to strengthen the heart, regulate the nerve impulses, and prevent a relapse of the condition.  Overall, individuals affected with ventricular tachycardia need regular Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about three to six months in order to bring about a significant improvement in the ventricular tachycardia.  However, because of the risk of sudden death, all such individuals need to remain under the regular supervision and medical care of a Cardiologist.  Modern medicines can be continued along with the use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines so as to give maximum benefit to the affected individual.

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

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Progressive Cerebellar Ataxia

Progressive cerebellar ataxia is a medical condition involving a degenerative process of the central nervous system which results in a progressive loss of coordination of gait, limb movement, as well as vision, swallowing, and cognition.  Genetic causes as well as diseases like multiple sclerosis and alcoholic cerebellar disease are believed to responsible for progressive cerebellar ataxia.  Currently, there is no specific modern management for this condition.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for progressive cerebellar ataxia is aimed at halting the degenerative process of the central nervous system as well as strengthening the nervous system so as to improve the functioning of the nerve cells and the chemical neurotransmitters connecting the nerve synapses.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a known and specific action on brain cells as well as nerve cells are used for prolonged periods and in high doses.  As a result of these medicines, the affected individual gradually starts noticing improvement in neuromuscular coordination, bodily functions as well as cognition.

While Ayurvedic treatment is mainly in the form of oral medication, supportive localised therapy can also be given in the form of massage of the body with medicated oils, pastes, or powders.  Local treatment helps in stimulating the nerve roots as well as muscles and tendons.  Additional herbal treatment also needs to be given to improve cognition and memory and since these medicines have a specific action on the brain, they also have a direct and positive action on the entire central nervous system.

Most individuals affected with progressive cerebellar ataxia need regular and aggressive Ayurvedic herbal treatment for periods ranging from six to twelve months in order to significantly benefit from treatment.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can bring about definite improvement in individuals affected with this condition and can significantly improve the quality of life as well as the overall life span of the affected individual.

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 Burns Septicemia

Burns septicemia is a condition indicating severe infection resulting after burns in an affected individual.  Susceptibility to infection in burns is much higher because of disruption of the skin barrier, a higher proportion of moist and dead tissue, an immuno-compromised state, the need for prolonged hospitalization, and invasive procedure required in treatment.  As a result of this situation, burns septicemia is associated with a high degree of morbidity and mortality.  The modern management of this condition includes appropriate intravenous fluid therapy, antibiotics, and the adoption of strict aseptic precautions.  Significantly, nearly 75% of all deaths following burns are related to infection.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for burns septicemia is aimed at reducing the morbidity and mortality associated with severe infection while treating an individual affected with severe burns.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are given to bring about a quicker healing of the burns.  In addition, toxins generated in the body due to severe burns are removed quickly from the circulation either through the gastrointestinal tract or through the kidneys with the help of herbal medicines.  Medicines are also given to maintain the stability of important organs like the liver and kidneys.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also used in high doses in order to improve the immune status of the individual affected with burns so as to help in the fight against the infection and to bring about a quicker healing of the burns.  Ayurvedic medicines can also be applied locally to help bring about a faster healing of the burn lesions.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can help to prevent infection in the burns both at the local level as well as prevent a generalised toxic reaction in the body.

With the addition of Ayurvedic herbal treatment as supportive management in individuals affected with burns septicemia, treatment time can be reduced to half or lesser, and morbidity and mortality resulting from this condition can be considerably reduced.  If Ayurvedic herbal treatment is instituted at the earliest, it can also prevent long-term complications of burns such as scar formations and contractures.

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

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)

Acute respiratory distress syndrome is a condition in which the affected individual experiences a severe difficulty in breathing and also has associated symptoms such as anxiety, agitation, and fever.  ARDS is usually caused due to severe body insult such as major trauma, sepsis, overdose of drugs, blood transfusion, or a major lung infection.  ARDS results in significantly reduced levels of oxygen in the blood which in turn gradually leads to multiple organ failure in the body.  All patients affected with ARDS need intensive care along with intravenous fluids, antibiotics, steroids, and mechanical ventilation with oxygen.  In spite of all such efforts, mortality in ARDS continues to remain very high.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can be given as additional and supportive treatment for individuals affected with ARDS, in addition to intensive supportive care.  Ayurvedic treatment is aimed at improving the perfusion of oxygen from the lungs into the blood circulation by removing the blockage in the lungs.  In addition to this treatment, medicines are also given to maintain circulatory perfusion of the entire body and especially for important organs such as the heart, kidneys, liver, lungs and the brain.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also given in order to treat the known cause for the condition as well as to treat and reduce inflammation and swelling in the lungs.

Aggressive treatment with Ayurvedic herbal medicines usually results in improving the pathology in the lungs in about 4 to7 days and this improves the level of oxygen in the circulation, and the patient starts improving gradually.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also given to improve the immunity of the affected individual so as to help fight against the infection affecting the body.  Toxins and debris generated due to ARDS are removed from the circulation either through the gastrointestinal tract or through the kidneys.  Combined management of modern, conservative intensive care as well as Ayurvedic supportive treatment usually results in a complete recovery of the affected individual within two to four weeks, after which further Ayurvedic treatment can be continued for another four to six weeks in order to prevent a relapse of the condition as well as long-term complications.

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

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Septicemia

Septicemia is a medical condition which indicates the presence of bacteria in the blood, signifying severe, generalised infection of the body, which can have serious and life-threatening consequences.  The symptoms of septicemia include a high fever, rapid breathing, rapid heart rate, shock, mental confusion, and blood disorders.  Septicemia can also lead to other problems such as acute respiratory distress syndrome, which can in turn lead to multiple organ failure.  The modern management of septicemia includes intensive care, general supportive treatment, intravenous fluids, oxygen, antibiotics, and steroids as required.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment has a significant role to play in the management and treatment of septicemia.  The main damage done to the body involves inflammation of different organs and systems of the body which results in acute multiple organ failure and its associated morbidity and mortality.  In addition, severe sepsis can modify the immune system of the body so that it starts targeting different organs in the body rather than fighting against the infection.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines can significantly reduce inflammation in the body in a short time span and remove the generated toxins through the gastrointestinal system or through the kidneys.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines can also be used in high doses in order to bring about an effective immunomodulation of the body so that the immune system starts fighting against the infection rather than against the body.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines also help to maintain blood circulation to important organs and systems of the body so as to preserve the organs and help maintain life so as to tide over the crisis.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines also help in preventing both acute as well as long-term complications.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment needs to be given for about two weeks to two months in individuals affected with septicemia.  These medicines, in addition to modern supportive care and treatment, can significantly reduce morbidity and mortality in septicemia.

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

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Multiple Organ Failure

Multiple organ failure is also known as multiple system organ failure and is a medical condition which involves a progressively deteriorating dysfunction of two or more organs or organ systems in the body, usually resulting from severe infection or a generalised process of sepsis in the body.  Infection causes generalised and systemic inflammation in the body as a result of which multiple organ and multiple system failure gradually occurs, involving the circulatory system, lungs, liver, kidneys, intestines and central nervous system.  This is further compounded by various blood disorders which complicate the situation and reduce chances for an early recovery.  Multiple organ failure needs to be treated in the intensive care of very well equipped hospitals and involves generalised supportive care, intravenous fluids, antibiotics, steroids, and other medications to treat the overall condition.  In spite of technologically advanced supportive care in hospitals, mortality continues to be very high in individuals affected with multiple organ failure.

Because of the high associated mortality, it is very important to add Ayurvedic herbal treatment as supportive management in the treatment of all individuals affected with multiple organ failure.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines have a very important role in treating infection as well as reducing inflammation of different organs and systems in the body.  In addition to controlling and treating inflammation, Ayurvedic herbal medicines also reduce the toxins generated and remove these from the circulatory system either through the gastrointestinal system or through the kidneys.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines can also be used to boost the immune status of the body so as to help in the fight against the infection and inflammation.  Ayurvedic medicines can also be used to improve and maintain blood perfusion to vital organs and systems of the body so as to maintain and preserve life and reduce morbidity and mortality.  Depending upon the specific organs affected and the specific known cause for the condition, Ayurvedic herbal medicines can be used so as to reduce the damage to the specific organs and bring about an early recovery, with a minimisation of immediate and long-term damage.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment in such situations may be required for about two to eight weeks.

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

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