Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Reiter's Syndrome

Reiter's syndrome is also known as seronegative spondyloarthropathy or reactive arthritis and usually involves the joints, eyes, and urinary tract.  This condition is usually caused by a bacterial infection and is commonly associated with a genetic factor known as HLA-B 27.  Young men between the age of 20 and 40 are commonly affected with this condition which involves symptoms such as increased frequency of urine, burning urine, fever, chills, swelling in pain  and joints, conjunctivitis, uveitis, and rarely ulcers on the hand, feet, penis, mouth ulcers and heart disease.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for Reiter's syndrome is mainly aimed at treating the infection as well as the inflammation involved in different systems in the body.  Herbal medicines which have a specific anti-inflammatory as well as anti-infective action are used in high doses in order to treat this condition.  In addition, other medicines which have a specific action on the joints, on the eyes, as well as on the urinary tract, are also used in appropriate combinations so as to treat all the symptoms of this condition.  Treatment needs to be instituted aggressively in order to prevent complications of the eyes and other important organs.  Medicines which act on the kidneys and urinary tract are used in such a manner as to treat the involvement of the urinary tract as well as to remove the toxins and inflammatory debris from the circulation, so as to reduce the symptoms of other organs and systems as well.

In addition, herbal medicines which have a specific immunomodulatory effect are also used in high doses in order to boost the immune system of the affected individual.  This helps in early recovery and the resolution of all the symptoms.  Most individuals affected with Reiter's syndrome require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about six to eight months in order to get significant relief or a complete cure from 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 Polymyalgia Rheumatica

Polymyalgia rheumatica is an inflammatory disorder involving the muscles and joints and causes symptoms such as pain and stiffness in the muscles of the hips, thighs, shoulders, upper arms and neck, fatigue, weight loss, weakness, mild fever, and anemia.  The inflammation seen in this condition is not as severe as that seen in different forms of arthritis.  Polymyalgia rheumatica may also be associated with a condition known as giant cell arteritis.  Genetics and environmental factors are believed to cause an auto immune reaction in the body which ultimately leads to this condition.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for polymyalgia rheumatica is aimed at treating the inflammation as well as normalising the immune system of the affected individual.  Herbal medicines which have a specific action on muscles and joints and also reduce inflammation are used in high doses for prolonged periods.  These medicines include herbs which reduce pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints, treat inflammation, as well as provide strength to muscles and tendons.  Other medicines which act on the circulatory system in order to reduce inflammation and to remove toxins from the blood are also used in this condition.  These medicines serve to remove toxins through the gastrointestinal system or through the kidneys.

Since polymyalgia rheumatica is an auto immune disorder, herbal medicines which have a specific immunomodulatory action are also very useful in the management of this condition.  These medicines improve and normalise the immune system of the body and help in faster relief from this condition.  Localised treatment in the form of soothing or counter-irritant ointments, pastes, and medicated oils can also be used in addition to oral medication.

Most individuals affected with polymyalgia rheumatica require regular treatment for about four to six months in order to get significant relief or a complete cure from this condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines thus have a significant role to play in the management and treatment of polymyalgia rheumatica.

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 Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)

Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is a blood disorder resulting from a dysfunctional bone marrow causing an ineffective blood cell production which may result in signs and symptoms such as anemia, fatigue, fever, heart disease, bleeding, reduced urine output and shock.  Primary MDS has no known cause, while secondary MDS results from the after-effects of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, viral infection, exposure to chemicals, or due to a genetic predisposition.

Myelodysplastic syndrome can be treated with the help of Ayurvedic herbal medicines which act directly on the bone marrow and treat the dysfunctional bone marrow production.  Herbal medicines which have a specific action on the bone marrow form the mainstay of treatment in this condition.  In addition, medicines which act on the blood, the circulatory system, as well as the liver and spleen are also used, since these supplement the main treatment.  Such medicines need to be given in high doses for prolonged periods, in order to bring about a change and improvement in blood cell production and a healthy working of the bone marrow.

Individual signs and symptoms of the disease may also be required to be treated separately.  Especially, heart disease, recurrent bleeding, and kidney disease need to be treated aggressively.  Medicines which have a protective action on the heart and kidney as well as have a stabilising action on coagulation are used along with the main treatment for this condition, in order to treat or prevent complications.  Medicines are also required to improve the immunity of the patient so as to bring about an early improvement in the condition and to prevent repeated infections and other diseases.

Depending upon the severity of the condition, Myelodysplastic syndrome needs to be treated aggressively for about six to nine months in order to bring about a significant improvement or a remission of the problem.  The affected individual can then be observed for the next one to two years in order to be on the lookout for a relapse of the condition, which can be treated effectively with a booster treatment for another two or three months.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant contribution to play in the management and treatment of Myelodysplastic 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 Melanoma

Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer which develops from the cells producing the skin pigment known as melanin.  The manifestation of this growth is in the form of a change in an existing mole or as a new, unusual looking growth on the skin.  The risk factors for this condition include excessive exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet radiation, a history of sunburn, fair skin, irregular shaped or over-sized moles, a family history of this condition, a weakened immune system, exposure to carcinogens, and the presence of genetic pigmentation disorders.  The modern management for melanoma includes surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and biological therapy.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for melanoma involves both local treatment as well as oral medication.  Depending upon the stage of the tumour and its invasiveness, different local applications are used which are usually in the form of medicated ointments and pastes.  The aim of these ointments can be either to reduce inflammation and infection, or to dissolve the external tumour.  For oral medication, Ayurvedic herbal medicines are used in high doses in order to treat the cancer aggressively.  The aim of oral medication is to treat both the local tumour as well as to prevent its spread to other parts of the body, and also kill the cancer cells present in the blood circulation as well as in the lymph glands and lymphatic fluid.

If the patient affected with melanoma presents with an advanced condition, there may be tumours present in other parts of the body.  These need to be treated according to the system or organ affected.  Even individuals who have opted for a surgical removal of the tumour can be given Ayurvedic medicines in order to prevent the spread of the cancer cells in the body, or to prevent a recurrence of the condition.  Depending upon the severity of the condition, most individuals affected with melanoma require treatment for about 4 to 8 months.

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

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Lichen Simplex

Lichen simplex is also known as neurodermatitis or scratch dermatitis.  This is a refractory skin disease which causes severe itching for prolonged periods, gradually resulting in a raised, rough and dark patch on the skin, which acquires a thick and leathery appearance.  This condition is usually seen more in females, especially in the ages of 30 and 50, and is associated more with skin problems like eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis.  Stress and anxiety are known to aggravate the itching seen in lichen simplex.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for lichen simplex is aimed at reducing the itching, and treating the skin so as to reduce the thickness and dark appearance of the skin. Treatment for lichen simplex is in the form of oral medication as well as local treatment.  Local applications of medicated ointments are used so as to reduce the itching, provide a soothing effect on the skin, and reduce the thick and dark appearance of the skin.  In addition, oral medication is done in the form of Ayurvedic herbal medicines which reduce stress and anxiety and treat the skin condition.  The herbal medicines which are useful the treatment of lichen simplex have a specific action on the skin and subcutaneous tissue as well as on the microcirculation of the skin.

A combination of local treatment as well as oral medication is usually effective in completely eradicating this condition within 2 to 4 months.  Herbal medicines may also be required to treat hyper-reactivity of the central nervous system as well as high levels of stress and anxiety.  In addition, if the affected individual also suffers from some other disease of the skin, this other condition also leads to be treated simultaneously, in order to provide a complete cure for lichen simplex.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play the management and treatment of lichen simplex.

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 Uveitis

Uveitis is a condition in which there is an inflammation of the middle part of the eye, between the sclera and the retina.  Depending upon which part is affected, uveitis may be termed as iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis; however, the common factor is inflammation of that particular part.  The symptoms for this condition include sensitivity to light, blurred vision, pain, and redness in the eyes.  This condition can be either acute or chronic, and usually results from inflammatory conditions such as herpes zoster, histoplasmosis, toxoplasmosis, or arthritis.  This is a serious condition which can result in loss of vision, and hence requires prompt and aggressive treatment.  The modern management of this condition usually involves the use of steroids in the form of eye drops, and pupil dilators.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for uveitis is aimed at reducing the inflammation in the eye, reversing the damage done to the eye, and providing soothing effect as well as nourishment to the damaged parts.  Herbal medicines are used in high doses in order to reduce inflammation at the earliest, so as to prevent loss of vision in the eyes.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a high specific action on the eyes are used, in combination with other medicines which treat inflammation, reduce the damage to the inner parts of the eye, blood vessels as well as remove toxins from the microcirculation within the eyes.

In addition to oral medication, localised treatment is also given in the form of eye drops and application of medicated pastes over and around the eyes.  If required, these treatments are supplemented by special Panchkarma procedures such as medicated enemas, induced purgation and other treatments.  If the patient has a history of severe affliction with some infection or disease such as arthritis or toxoplasmosis, these need to be treated separately so as to simultaneously reduce the inflammation in the eyes and treat uveitis.

Most individuals affected with uveitis usually require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about six to eight months in order to get significant improvement from the symptoms.

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 Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injury is an impact injury of the brain in which there is diffuse damage to the brain cells causing severe deficit which can be physical, cognitive, behavioural as well as emotional.  The management of such individuals constitutes a medical crisis as well as a long-term challenge, since the brain damage affects the entire body, and healing and recovery is very rare.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can provide a significant contribution to the management and treatment of traumatic brain injury.  While the acute and critical phase of the condition is best managed in the intensive care of a hospital, once the patient has been stabilized, it is best to institute Ayurvedic treatment at the earliest, so that the affected individual can get the maximum possible benefit from it.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can be given in the form of various modalities for the treatment of traumatic brain injury.  These include oral medications, local applications, and special procedure is in the form of Panchkarma.

Such affected individuals are given a whole-body massage with the help of medicated oils, followed by medicated steam fomentation.  Panchkarma procedures in the form of Shirodhara, Shiro-Basti, and medicated enemas are given repeatedly in order to stimulate the nervous system to start regenerating and healing itself.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are given orally in order to strengthen the nervous system, prevent degeneration of the damaged brain cells, and start the process of healing and regeneration.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also given to promote neuromuscular coordination as well as to improve muscular tone and strength.  And the same time, other medicines are also given to maintain the immune power of the patient as well as to ensure an optimum functioning of all important systems of the body.

Some individuals affected with traumatic brain injury may remain unconscious or in a comatose state for prolonged periods, due to severe trauma and injury to the brain.  Such affected individuals can also be treated with Ayurvedic medicines and can be helped to come out of the coma, after which the regular treatment can be instituted.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus provide a significant contribution in the treatment and healing of patients with traumatic brain injury.

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