Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Coccidioidomycosis

Coccidioidomycosis is a fungal infection which usually affects the lungs and is often self-limiting; however it can cause flulike illness, pneumonia or other pulmonary complications.  This condition can worsen in immunocompromised patients and spread to the skin, bone, joints and meninges.  Common symptoms of this condition include fever, breathlessness, arthritis, rash, weight loss, and lymphadenopathy.  A history of travel or residence in an endemic area is important in establishing the risk of exposure, or to confirm the diagnosis of this condition.  This condition is known to relapse and hence a follow-up of at least one to two years is necessary to confirm a complete resolution of the disease.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for Coccidioidomycosis is aimed at treating the basic fungal infection, providing treatment for complications and other symptoms, and boosting the immune status of the affected individual.  Herbal medicines which have a definite anti-inflammatory, anti-infective, and antifungal action are used in high doses and for prolonged periods in the management of this condition.  Medicines which have a specific action on the lungs and the respiratory tract are also important for treating this condition.  In advanced cases, medicines may also be required to treat infection in the skin, bone, joints, and meninges.

Symptomatic treatment for fever, breathlessness, arthritis, rash, lymphadenopathy, and weight loss are also required concurrently along with the above-mentioned treatment.  Ayurvedic herbal immunomodulatory are used aggressively in order to control infection at the earliest, prevent complications, maintain the health of the affected individual, and bring about remission of all the symptoms.  Judicious use of immunomodulatory herbal agents helps in a complete resolution of the condition as well as preventing a relapse or recurrence of this condition.

Depending upon the severity of the condition, most individuals required Ayurvedic herbal treatment for six to nine months in order to bring about a complete cure of the condition.  Immunomodulatory treatment is especially pertinent in the management of this condition.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment is thus very useful in the management and treatment of Coccidioidomycosis.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is also known as sprue, non tropical sprue, gluten enteropathy, and adult celiac disease.  This is a disease of the small intestine in which the inner lining gets inflamed and destroyed due to an immunological reaction to gluten protein, which is present in wheat, rye, barley, and oats.  This damage causes a reduction in the absorption of dietary nutrients and therefore causes nutritional, vitamin and mineral deficiencies.  Symptoms of this condition include diarrhoea, malodorous flatulence, abdominal bloating, increased amounts of fat in the stool, weight loss, fluid retention, anemia, osteoporosis, easy bruising, peripheral neuropathy, infertility and muscle weakness.  Therefore, individuals affected with this condition required vitamin and mineral supplements and should follow a gluten-free diet.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for celiac disease is aimed at treating the root cause of the condition as well as giving symptomatic treatment.  Herbal medicines which have a digestive action and improve absorption and assimilation of food are important in the management of this condition.  These medicines can only be useful if these are combined with other medicines which can help improve and regenerate the inner lining of the small intestines.  In addition, immunomodulatory herbal medicines are also used in order to prevent or cure the immunological reaction present within the small intestines.

Individuals suffering from celiac disease for prolonged periods need an aggressive therapy in the form of progressively increasing doses of Ayurvedic medicines in order to bring about a regeneration of the inner lining of the small intestine, and a remission of all associated symptoms.  These treatments are known as ‘Vardhmaan Rasayan’ in the Ayurvedic system of medicines.  Treatment is generally required for about four to six months in order to bring about a complete remission of all symptoms.  Individuals taking Ayurvedic treatment usually need to adopt a diet of yogurt, buttermilk, and juices and solutions of cereals, pulses and fruits.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Causalgia

Causalgia is also known as complex regional pain syndrome or reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome.  This is a chronic, progressive and painful condition in which the pain is intense and continuous, and completely out of proportion to the severity of injury.  This condition mostly affects the entire extremity, which shows dramatic changes in color and temperature, accompanied by intense and burning pain, skin sensitivity, sweating and swelling.  A dysfunctional sympathetic nervous system or a disturbed immune response are two causes believed to be responsible for causalgia.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for this condition is aimed at giving symptomatic treatment for pain, swelling and burning as also treating the root cause of the condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are therefore used which target the sympathetic nervous system and also bring about immunomodulation in the affected individual.  Herbal medicines which remove inflammation and repair the damage done to nerve cells are useful in this condition, as also medicines which strengthen the nervous system.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which improve the blood supply to damaged nerves are also important and are used in the management of this condition.

Ayurvedic herbal immunomodulatory agents are also very useful in the management of causalgia, in order to boost the immune status of the affected individual, reduce treatment time and treat symptoms at the earliest.  Immunomodulatory agents also bring about an early reduction in pain, inflammation and damage to the extremities as well as to the nerves supplying the affected extremity.

Oral medication can also be supplemented with localized therapy in the form of application of anti-inflammatory and soothing ointments, pastes and medicated oils.  This can be followed by medicated steam fomentation, which brings about an early control of pain and swelling.

Most individuals affected with causalgia require treatment for about four to six months, depending upon the severity of the condition.  Regular and aggressive treatment helps in bringing about a complete remission of symptoms.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment is thus very useful in the management of causalgia.

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Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Gilbert Syndrome

Gilbert syndrome is an inherited cause of unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia, and involves symptoms of intermittent jaundice, abdominal cramps, fatigue, and malaise.  The symptoms are usually precipitated by dehydration, fasting, illness, menstrual periods, and stress.  Gilbert syndrome does not usually require any treatment and is not usually associated with any morbidity or mortality; hence with a confirmation of the diagnosis, the patient can be assured about its excellent prognosis.  It is important to avoid the known risk factors which can precipitate this condition.

Ayurvedic treatment may be provided to reduce symptoms of anxiety and stress, as well as symptoms and related complaints in the form of abdominal discomfort and general fatigue.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment involves the use of medicines which act on the liver so as to prevent or reduce recurrences of intermittent jaundice.  Herbal medicines which act on the bone marrow, the blood tissue, as well as on the liver and spleen can be given for periods ranging from four to six months, in order to prevent this condition of unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia and thereby prevent recurrence of jaundice even in the presence of the risk factors mentioned above.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be given as supportive treatment to remove stress and anxiety; it can also be given as the mainstay of treatment so as to try to treat and cure this condition, and also to prevent its recurrence.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play in the management and treatment of Gilbert syndrome.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Fragile X Syndrome

Fragile X syndrome is also known as Martin-Bell syndrome or Marker X syndrome.  This condition is the most common cause of inherited mental retardation and is present at birth, with a family history usually present in relatives.  The common symptoms of this condition include delayed milestones, impairment in speech and language, low IQ, poor eye contact, hand biting or hand flapping behaviour, aggression, attention deficit, convulsions, musculoskeletal abnormalities, feeding difficulties, growth retardation, depression, and anxiety.  While life expectancy for this condition is near normal, the management of this condition requires handling by a multi-speciality team of physicians, along with family counseling and genetic counseling

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for fragile X syndrome is aimed at treating the different symptoms of mental retardation.  Herbal medicines which have a specific action on the brain and strengthen the nervous system as well as improve neurotransmission between nerve cells are especially useful in the management and treatment of this condition.  These medicines need to be given in high doses and for prolonged periods, and gradually bring about a remission in the symptoms and improve behaviour and neuromuscular coordination, as well as psychological symptoms.

While treatment is mainly in the form of oral medication which needs to be given for prolonged periods, it can be supplemented with localised therapy which is mainly aimed at the scalp.  Ayurvedic Panchkarma treatments like Shiro Basti and Shirodhara help to bring about an early and significant improvement in symptoms of mental retardation, as well as reducing aggression, sleeplessness, depression and anxiety.  Shiro Basti is a treatment modality in which medicated oils are kept in contact with the scalp for a fixed time period, while Shirodhara is a procedure involving a steady drip of medicated oils on the scalp.  These treatments can be given on a daily basis or at steady intervals of a few days or weeks.

Most individuals affected with fragile x syndrome require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about 12 to 24 months, in order to bring about a significant improvement in individuals affected with this condition.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play in the management and treatment of fragile X syndrome.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Failure to Thrive in Children

Failure to thrive or growth failure is described in children whose growth has been observed to be low or decreased over time.  The causes may be either organic for non- organic and may also be of prenatal or postnatal origin.  Common symptoms of this condition include oedema, wasting, enlargement of liver, rash, changes in skin, hair color and mental status, and signs of vitamin deficiency.  Children affected with growth failure require aggressive dietary management and regular, prolonged follow-up in order to observe their growth parameters using appropriate growth charts.  The successful treatment of this condition requires coordinated efforts by medical personal from different fields which include pediatric, nutritional, mental health, and social work.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for failure to thrive in children is aimed at providing nutrition to children which can be easily digested and assimilated, as well as treating any known causes for the condition.  Nutrition is provided in the form of extracts and solutions of glucose, electrolyte solutions, milk, buttermilk, granules of cereals and pulses, and solutions of fruits and vegetables.  The diet of such children is planned according to the digestive capacity and capacity for oral intake of each individual person.  Such solutions can also be given as a slow and continuous rectal drip.

Adequate treatment needs to be given for any known cause of the condition, and therefore treatment will differ considerably according to the cause.  In addition, herbal immunomodulatory treatment can also be given to such children in order to provide long-lasting immunity to diseases.  Medicines which act on the digestive system and on the liver are especially useful in the management of this condition.  In addition, some children will benefit considerably from a complete body massage using medicated oils.

Depending upon the severity of the condition and the known cause, treatment for children with failure to thrive may be required for periods ranging from two to six months.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a definite role to play in the management of failure to thrive in children.

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

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Dyshidrosis

Dyshidrosis is also known as pompholyx or dyshidrotic eczema and is a skin condition which causes small, fluid filled vesicles on the palms and soles.  These blisters cause intense itching and usually dry up after about 3 weeks, leaving behind painful fissures.  The risk factors for this condition include female sex, stress, history of seasonal allergies, exposure to metal salts, and frequent exposure to water.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for dyshidrosis is aimed at treating the vesicles in the palms and soles, reducing itching, and either preventing or treating the fissures which form afterward.  Treatment is also aimed at healing the skin condition and preventing its recurrence.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on skin, subcutaneous tissue, and the capillaries supplying the skin, are used in the treatment of this condition.  These medicines remove the toxins from the blood, reduce allergic components which can cause skin conditions, and bring about early healing of the skin lesions.  These medicines also improve and strengthen the connective tissue of the skin and the subcutaneous tissue.

Treatment is mainly in the form of oral medication; however, this can be supplemented with Ayurvedic local therapy in the form of application of medicated ointments, pastes and oils, which have a curative and moisturizing action on the skin.  Local applications can reduce itching and also prevent or treat the formation of blisters as well as help to prevent secondary infection in the lesions.

Depending upon the severity of the condition, most individuals affected with dyshidrosis require treatment for about four to six weeks in order to completely heal the condition.  Individuals who have recurrence of the condition may require treatment for about three to four months, in order to comprehensively treat the skin condition as well as improve the immune status of the affected individuals.  Medicines may also be  required to treat stress.  Over exposure to water needs to be attended to.

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