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MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS AND ITS AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT
- January 23, 2023
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These are disorders and injuries which affect the musculoskeletal system and hampers the human body movements. Musculoskeletal disorders includes muscles, nerves , tendons, blood vessels, ligaments and discs among others.
MSDs are among one of the common problems in today’s hectic world. Severity can vary , in some cases disorder cause discomfort and pain interfering in day to day life of individual. With increasing age the risk of developing MSDs also increase. Early diagnosis and proper management may be beneficial to ease symptoms and improve long-term aspect.
WHAT ARE THE COMMON TYPES OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDER ?
Some common types includes :
- Tendinitis :
- Tendons are thick cords that happens to join muscles to the bones .
- Irritation or Inflammation of tendons is termed as Tendinitis.
- Tendinitis cause tenderness and acute pain making movement of affected joint difficult.
- It can develop in any tendons but usually develops in tendons of knee, shoulder, elbow , wrist or heels
- Carpal tunnel syndrome :
- This syndrome happens due to pressure put on median nerve by swelling in the wrist.
- Median nerve is located on the palm side of both hands and provide sensation to index finger, long finger, thumb and part of ring finger. It also supplies impulse to muscle going to thumb.
- This syndrome can develop in both hands
- This caused weakness, tingling and numbness on the side of hand near thumb.
- Osteoarthritis :
- It is chronic common joint condition also called as wear and tear arthritis , degenerative joint disease and degenerative arthritis
- In Osteoarthritis the cartilage breaks down causing bones within joint to rub together which causes symptoms like stiffness, pain and tenderness
- It can develop in any joint in body but usually effect joints of fingers, shoulder, hips, knees etc.
- Rheumatoid arthritis :
- It is an auto immune disorder which usually affect same joints on both sides of body like if joint of one arm is affected then same joint of other arm is also affected
- It causes pain, damage and inflammation of joints
- It commonly affects joints of knees, wrist and hands but may also effect organs and tissues throughout the body including hearts, eyes and lungs
- Epicondylitis :
- Overuse injury which occurs when tendons become overloaded which leads to degeneration, inflammation and potential tearing .
- It most commonly affects elbow laterally or medially.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS ?
Some common factor that may contributes in development of MSDs are :
- Age : The risk of developing musculoskeletal disorders gradually increase with old age
- Life style : Individual living sedentary life style or having habit of smoking or drinking is at great risk of developing musculoskeletal disorders.
- Occupation : Working long hours, maintaining poor posture , vibration, poor lighting or cold working environment etc can increase the risk of development of MSDs
- Family history :Having history of MSDs in family may increase the risk of developing MSDs.
- Activity level : Certain activities like sitting in same position for long hours, engaging in repetitive motions, lifting heavy weight etc contributes in development of MSDs
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS ?
Some of the common symptoms of MSDs includes :
- Burning sensations in muscles
- Aching and stiffness
- Fatigue
- Pain worsens with movements
- Disturbed sleep
- Muscle twitching
- Swelling
- Limited range of motion of affected joints
- Some time redness of overlying skin
- Bruising and discoloration
AYURVEDIC APPROACH :
In ayurveda main causative factor for musculoskeletal disorder is aggravated Vata dosha. Nedan sevan like vata vitiating foods, excessive physical work, intake of unwholesome food, sedentary life style etc leads to aggravation of the Vata dosha. The aggravated vata obstruces all the empty channels of body leading to the development of the disorder in a portion of body or entire body.
HERBS :
- Bala
- Castor
- Ashwagandha
- Rasna
- Guggulu
- Pippli
- Nirgundi
PANCHAKARMA :
- Snehana
- Abhyanga
- Patra potli pind swedan
- Kativasti
- Greeva vasti
- Janu vasti
CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS :
1. Pain O kill tablet
Pain o kill tablet is ayurvedic and purely herbal formulation. It help to relax your muscles and muscles cramps thus relieving pain. It balances all the three doshas of your body thus maintaining proper blood circulation. It provides soothing effect to the affected area of pain. It contains various herbs like Jivanti, Musta, Usher, Bilwa, Shatavri and Kantakari. All these herbs are natural pain relievers.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
2. Vata balance tablet
Vata balance tablet is a rejuvenating blend of herbs is specially formulated to balance Vata doshas without aggravating Pitta or Kapha doshas. It may be used to support overall health and well-being by Vata constitutions with or without food. For those with a dual constitution that includes Vata or a tridoshic constitution. Vata is characterized by the properties of dry, cold, light, minute, and movement. All movement in the body is due to the properties of Vata. Pain is the characteristic feature of deranged Vata. Some of the diseases connected to unbalanced Vata are flatulence, gout, rheumatism, etc.
Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily after meals.
3. Panchsakar Churna
It is a pure and classical preparation known as Panchsakar churna. This churna is used since ancient time for the detoxification of the body. The churna contain five ingredients as the name suggests Haritaki, Shunthi, Krishna Pippali, Trivrit, and Sauvarchala lavana. As toxins are removed from the body knee pain will automatically subsides.
Recommended Dosage: Take one teaspoonful at bedtime with lukewarm water.
4. Rasayan vati
Rasayan vati are 100% natural and safe containing herbo-mineral extracts. These ingredients show antioxidant, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immuno-modulator properties.These tablets give good results in General debility, Sexual disorders, and Improves immunity.
Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily after meals.
5. Pain o kill oil
Pain o kill oil is ayurvedic and purely herbal formulation. It help to relax your musclesand muscles cramps thus relieving pain. It balances all the three doshas of your body thus maintaining proper blood It provides soothing effect to the affected area of pain. It contains various herbs like Jivanti, Musta, Usher, Bilwa, Shatavri and Kantakari. All these herbs are natural pain relievers.
Recommended Dosage: Apply to the affected area twice daily.
ICHTHYOSIS VULGARIS AND ITS AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT
- January 23, 2023
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Acquired or inherited skin condition that develop when skin doesn’t shed its dead skin cells and skin surface becomes thick, dry and scaly. It is the most common and mildest form of Ichthyosis. Icthyosis vulgaris is also called as “Fish scale disease”.
This condition mostly begin in childhood mainly in the first year of life. Adults can also develop the disease. In most cases it is mild and confined to certain areas of the body. But some case are severe and cover large areas of body comprising back, legs , abdomen and arms.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF ICHTHYOSIS VULGARIS ?
It is usually caused due to mutation of gene responsible for encoding Filaggrin a protein that helps to create skin’s natural barrier. Without natural skin barrier skin cells begin to harden and thicken as they age and then they move to surface of skin where they become fixed scales.
Common cause for Acquired ichthyosis includes :
- Hodgkin lymphoma
- Sarcoidosis
- Impaired thyroid function
- Medication containing Nicotinic acid
- HIV
- Many targeted cancer therapy drugs
- Medication with Kava as ingredient
- Organ failure mostly kidney and liver ffailure
- Hydroxyures
Some conditions can also cause Ichthyosis are :
- Systemic conditions
- Conditions that affect entire body
- Use of certain medications
WHAT ARE THE COMMON SYMPTOMS OF ICHTHYOSIS VULGARIS ?
Symptoms of Ichthyosis vulgaris varies from person to person. Some of the common symptoms includes :
- Itchy , dry skin
- Rough, thick skin which looks dirty , generally noticeable on palms and soles of feet.
- Extra lines on palms and soles may run deep in severe cases causing cracks in skin which may develop infection if cracks are deep enough .
- Gray, White or brown scales appears on front of legs, back of arms, back , scalp or stomach.
- If scales appear on face then it mostly appears on cheeks and forehead and sometimes edges of scales curls to make skin feel rough.
- Inability to perspire adequately in severe cases leading to overheating of body.
- Rough bump on thighs, arms and buttocks which are often mistaken for acne blemishes.
HOME REMEDIES FOR ICHTHYOSIS VULGARIS
Some of the things to do at home to manage symptoms of Ichthyosis Vulgaris :
- Soaking in bath to help soften skin and gently remove scales using loofa or pumice stone. Avoid the usage of harsh soaps as they make cause dryness of skin.
- Pat dry your skin with towel instead of rubbing your skin. Pat drying helps to keep some moisture in skin and avoid further irritation of skin.
- Using lotions and moisturizer containing propylene glycol or urea right after bathing to helps keep most moisture in the skin.
- Add moisture in air by using humidifier in dry winter season to counter dryness.
AYURVEDIC APPROACH :
In ayurveda it can be correlated with Eka kushtha in which the skin resembles scales of fish. Due to Nidan sevan like intake of unwholesome fooed, Suppressing natural urges like vomiting etc, Intake of kapha vitiating food etc leads to vititation of mainly Vata and kapha dosha along with pitta dosha . The aggravated three doshas in turn contaminates tvak(skin) , mamsa(flesh), rakta (blood), and ambu(body fluids) leading to development of the disease.
Herbs :
- Neem
- Patola
- Amalaki
- Khadira
- Guduchi
- Kutaja
- Yashtimadhu
- Raktachandana
PANCHKARMA :
- Snehan
- Vaman
- Swedan
- Virechan
- Raktmokshan
- Shirodhara
CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT Of ichthyosis vulgaris
1. Detox Premium Powder:
This is a herbo-mineral preparation that contains ingredients like Parwal Pishti, Giloy satv, Shukta Pishti, Kamdudha Ras, Gandhak Rasayan, etc.
Parwal Pishti: This Pishti reduces inflammation, flaking, itching of the skin. The Pishti is composed of natural coral calcium processed with rose water.
Shukta Pishti: It helps to balance the Pitta dosha in the body. All signs and symptoms related to Psoriasis patients are managed with this article.
Giloy Satv: This satv is prepared from the herb Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia). The anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties of this herb deal with psoriasis easily.
Kamdudha Ras: This herbal-mineral classical preparation balances Pitta dosha in the body.
Gandhak Rasayana: This herbal preparation is used since ancient times for all types of skin disorders.
Akik Pishti: This Pishti reduces all types of Pitta related disorder hence it gives good results in psoriasis.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with plain water.
2. Blood Purifier Syrup :
It is ayurvedic syrup that consists of various natural ingredients such as Khadir Chall (Acacia catechu), Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Harad (Terminalia bellirica), Baheda (Terminalia chebula), Amla (Emblica officinalis), etc. As the syrup purifies the blood by removing excess toxins it is very beneficial in maintaining proper circulation and improves the skin naturally.
Recommended Dosage – Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.
3. Twak Tailam :
Twak tailam is very effective for the skin as it deeply nourishes the tissues and improves the skin luster. The tailam is composed of yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), etc. The tailam supports skin health, helps in reducing uneven pigments, improves complexion, and helps in deep detoxification and blood purification without any side effects.
Method of Application – Apply over the affected area of the skin.
4. Skin care tablet:
skin care tablet is a pure ayurvedic formulation. It help to maintain the texture of your skin depending on the type of skin you have. It contains various herbs like Haridra khand, Panchnimb churna, Khadir chahal, Chirayta, Mulethi, Chopchini, Gandhak, Ajmoda that work very effectively on all skin types. Skin care is a blood purifying tablet. It cools and detoxifies the blood, increase blood circulation of the skin. It minimizes the blemishes, lighten sun tan, delay ageing of skin and heal skin problems.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.
5. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu:
Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu is an ayurvedic preparation mainly used for skin diseases. This tablet contains pure herbal ingredients such as Nimba(Azadirachta indica), Patola(Cucumis acutangulus), Guduchi(Tinospora cordifolia), Vasa(Adhatoda vasica), etc. This tablet promotes detoxification and rejuvenation. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu tablet is a natural source of anti – oxidant. It promotes engender vibrant and healthy skin.
Recommended Dosage–Take 1 tablets twice a day with normal water.
6. Panchsakar Churna:
Panchsakar Churna is an ayurvedic formulation that consists of five ingredients named as – Saindhav Lavana (Rock Salt), Swarnapatri (Cassia angustifolia), Shatapushpa (Anethum sowa), Shunti – (Zingiber officinale), Balaharitaki (Unripe fruits of Terminalia chebula). Panchsakar Churna is naturally detoxifying, thus it removes the toxins from the body. It relieves inflammation and useful in all types of skin problems.The powder has an anti – inflammatory properties due to which it can reduces the swelling.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 teaspoonful with lukewarm water at bedtime.
7. Neem soap:
Neem soap is natural and herbal handmade soap prepared from the standard extract of herb Neem (Azadirachta indica). Neem herb is widely used to cure acute to chronic Skin problems such as Pimples, Itching, Dryness, Blemishes, Dark spots, Pigmentation, Scars etc. It is such a wonderful herb that is easily available and shows Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Anti-microbial, Antifungal, Antiseptic properties. Neem cleanses the pores and protects the skin from various infections, Psoriasis, Eczema, Leprosy, Skin ulcers. It restores the health of damaged skin, tones skin complexion, prevents premature ageing, Wrinkles, Fine lines can protect against UV rays, and acts as a natural moisturizer for the skin.
Method of Application: Neem Soap can be regularly used on face and body, as a bath soap.
8. Trikatu Tablet:
Trikatu Tablet helps to eliminate excess Kapha or mucous from the body, supports respiratory system, manages weight, helps to take out impurities or ama from the body, supports healthy detoxification, reduces swelling. It shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, antioxidant properties. This tablet is made up of equal parts of three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum) that maintains the metabolism in the body.
Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION – HERBAL TREATMENT
- January 23, 2023
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OVERVIEW
Pulmonary arterial hypertension is a medical condition in which there is high blood pressure in the arteries which go from heart to the lungs. The muscle wall in the arteries become thick and they become narrow or blocked. The heart pumps blood to the lungs for oxygenation of the deoxygenated blood. Due to increased blood pressure in these pulmonary arteries, they got damaged with time. This slows the blood flow through the lungs and the heart needs to work harder to pump the blood through lungs. This extra work by the heart causes the heart muscle to get eventually weak with time.
Pulmonary arterial hypertension has no permanent cure but with medicines and some dietary and lifestyle modifications, the symptoms can be managed. This helps in improving the quality of life of an individual. However, if not treated at time, it can lead to serious health implications.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION?
Heart consists of four chambers – two upper atria and two lower ventricles. The left side of the heart contains oxygenated blood and pumps this blood to the entire body. The right side of the heart pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs for purification purpose. But due to some reasons, the pressure in the pulmonary arteries gets increased causing wear and tear of the arteries. The arteries become stiff and thick and their lumen becomes narrow. This causes increased blood pressure in the blood vessels leading to pulmonary hypertension.
Following are the different causes of pulmonary arterial hypertension:
- Having a genetic predisposition to pulmonary hypertension
- Having heart disease from birth
- Liver cirrhosis
- Drug abuse
- Connective tissue disorders such as scleroderma, lupus, etc
- Mitral valve or aortic valve disease
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Scarring of alveoli of lungs called pulmonary fibrosis
- Left ventricle failure
- Sleep apnea
- Blood disorders such as thrombocytopenia, polycythemia vera
- Sarcoidosis
- Vasculitis
- Presence of blood clots in lungs
- Metabolic disorder
- High altitudes
- Emphysema
WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS FOR PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION?
Some factors increase the risk of person developing pulmonary hypertension:
- Increasing age
- Women are more prone in comparison to men
- People of 75 years or above
- Obese persons
- Intake of certain medicines such as anti-depressants, etc
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS FOR PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION?
The symptoms of pulmonary hypertension develop gradually and may not get noticed for the first few months or years. As the disease progresses, the symptoms develop.
Following are the common signs and symptoms of pulmonary arterial hypertension:
- Pain in chest
- Heaviness and tightness in chest
- Shortness of breath
- Blue discoloration of lips and skin
- Feeling tired
- Dizziness
- Fainting
- Increased heart rate
- Swelling in legs and ankles
- Irregular heart rate
POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS OF PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION
Following are the complications which arise with pulmonary arterial hypertension:
- Enlargement of right side of heart
- Blood clots in arteries of lungs
- Arrhythmia
- Bleeding in lungs
- Heart failure
- Hemoptysis
- Difficulty in pregnancy
MANAGEMENT OF PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION WITH THE MEDICINES OF CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE
Here are some of the medicines of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension:
1. Nerve up tablet
These tablets are pure ayurvedic formulation. Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas and kapha dosha. It acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. This tablet helps in Backache, knee pain, headache, bronchitis, depression. It shows carminative, analgesics, and anti-inflammatory medicinal properties to prevent several health problems. It reduces the cholesterol level in the body naturally especially triglycerides & provide good results in pulmonary arterial hypertension.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.
2. Cough Go Tablets
These herbal tablets are beneficial in cough, cold, bronchitis, & other respiratory disorders. Cough Go Tablets are ayurvedic formulation containing Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Pippali (Piper longum), Kali mirch (Piper nigrum), etc. All these ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, bronchodilator, & expectorant properties. This is very beneficial in fever due to phlegm and treats the chronic cough. It helps in reducing cough, headache, rhinitis, etc.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
3. Panchasakar Churna
This is an ayurvedic remedy that mainly consists of five ingredients like Shunti, Haritaki, Pippali, Trivrit, and Sauvarchala lavana. It mainly acts as a Vata-kaphahara. By its detoxification properties it helps in elimination of the toxins from the body and reduces swelling of ankles, legs, etc.
Recommended Dosage –Take 1 teaspoonful daily with warm water at bedtime.
4. Kapha Powder
This powder contains a mixture of natural herbs that are very beneficial in reducing the symptoms of pulmonary hypertension. The powder contains – Gandhak rasayan, Yavakshar, Shwet parpati, Sudhyog, Jahar mohra etc. This formulation mainly helps in reducing the chest pain, fatigue, dizziness, chronic cough, etc.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.
5. Trikatu Tablet
Trikatu tablet stimulates the enzyme activity that is responsible for healthy digestio. This tablet is made up of equal parts of three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum) that maintains the metabolism in the body. Ayurveda for enhancing effects and increasing the absorption of Ayurvedic medicine. Other properties of the tablet have an anti-inflammatory, fat burner, hypolipidemic, etc.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily before meal.
6. Makar Rasayan
It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchla, guduchi satva, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, ras sindoor, moonga bhasma, shankh bhasma, praval pishti etc. These ingredients shows antioxidant, aphrodisiac, analgesic and immune modulator properties. It helps to rejuvenate body tissues and act as an immune modulator, Immunity booster, Improves vitality, improves the overall health of an individual, Act on Central Nervous System, Help reduces stress and anxiety.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.
AYURVEDIC WAY TO IMPROVE FEMALE EGG QUALITY
- January 23, 2023
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INTRODUCTION
Infertility refers to the biological inability of a man or a woman of reproductive age to conceive or for a woman to complete full term of pregnancy. A couple has difficulty in conception after one year of unprotected sexual intercourse. Infertility has become very common now-a-days due to unhealthy lifestyle and stress. There are various other causes also which contribute to infertility. However, there are several treatment options available which are effective, safe and affordable.
CAUSES OF INFERTILITY
Infertility is a both male and female issue. However, reasons for infertility in females are:
- Improper formation of ovum or egg
- Ovulation defect
- Irregular menstrual cycle
- Presence of polyps or fibroids in uterus
- Structural defect of uterus or cervix
- Increased levels of prolactin hormone in blood
- Blocked fallopian tubes
- Swelling and inflammation of the fallopian tubes
- Endometriosis
- Adenomyosis
- Hormonal imbalance
- Sexually transmitted infections
- Adhesions
- Cancer of uterus, cervix
WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF INFERTILITY IN FEMALES?
Here are some of the factors which increase the risk of females developing infertility:
- Irregular menstrual cycle
- Strenuous physical exercise
- Age above 35 years
- Alcohol consumption
- Cigarette smoking
- Diabetes
- Eating disorders like anorexia nervosa, bulimia
- Excessive stress
- Exposure to radiation
- PCOD
- Cushing’s syndrome
MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES OF INFERTILITY IN AYURVEDA
The main reason of infertility in Ayurveda is agni mandaya and tridoshaj dushti. So following are the principles according to which infertility is treated in Ayurveda:
- Agni deepana and ama pachana: Due to vitiation of the agni, there occurs formation of ama or accumulation of toxins in the body. So some medications or herbs are given for increasing digestive fire. Diet is regulated properly and panchkarma is recommended for removal of toxins from the body.S
- Vatanulomana: In infertility, main dosha involved is vata dosha. So vatanulomana is done in infertility. Some ayurvedic medicines and exercise is done for vatanulomana.
- Shodhana: Shodhana is detoxification of body. It helps in expulsion of toxins from the body. Prior to shodhana, snehana and swedana are done. Shodhana procedures involve vaman, virechana, vasti and uttarvasti.
All these procedures help in relieving tension and impurities from the body. They strengthen immune system and nourish body.
Some of the herbs which are very helpful in improving quality of female egg:
- Shatavari
- Ashwagandha
- Amalaki
- Ashoka
- Dashmoola
- Guggulu
- Jeevanti
- Guduchi
- Punarnava
Yoga is found to be very beneficial in dealing with infertility. Following are the yoga asanas which are very helpful in strengthening female reproductive system:
- Malasana
- Dhanurasana
- Bhujangasana
- Shavasana
- Badhkonasana
- Janushirshasana
CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFERTILITY
Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for the treatment of infertility:
1. Femine Care tablet
CAC Femine care tablet is a pure and natural remedy that contains various herbs extract that works on the female reproductive system and make it healthy. These tablets show antioxidant properties, anti inflamatory and immuno modulater properties.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
2. Nerve up tablet
It is a herbo-mineral tablet and is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas. It reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. These contains natural vatahar properties and helps in curing vata disease.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
3. Woman Power Tablet
CAC woman power tablet is a complete health supplement for women which is best for female health and vital energy. It helps to build up the immunity. This is a pure herbo mineral product of the best quality herbs. The herbs used are Ashoka, Shatavari, anatmool, etc. These are herbs used since ancient times to maintain female health metabolism. It works well in the reproductive system and other health-related disorders. The extract of these herbs is used which provides multiple health benefits. These herbs have the potential to improve female health and libido.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
4. Vata balance tablet
Vata balance tablet is a rejuvenating blend of herbs is specially formulated to balance Vata doshas without aggravating Pitta or Kapha doshas. It may be used to support overall health and well-being by Vata constitutions with or without food. For those with a dual constitution that includes Vata or a tridoshic constitution, it is an excellent formula for the Vata season, which in most parts of the world is autumn and early winter.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
5. Woman Champion Syrup
CAC Woman Championis purely herbal and ayurvedic formulation. It is a very effective tonic for women and help to maintain their health. It balances all the doshas of body and also maintain hormone levels . It contains herbs like Lodhra, Manjishta, Ashok chaal, Punarnava,Shatavar,Bala,Daruharidra,Nagarmotha that help women typically with mood changes, stress, headache and pain. CAC Women champion helps in leading a life of minimum discomfort during those difficult days every month. It act as antioxidant, anti inflammatory, anti spasmodic, uterine tonic and immunity booster.
Dosage:2 Teaspoon twice daily after meals.
6. Active plus Tablet
CAC Active plus Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for person mental and physical health, also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain, acts as antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.
Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablet twice daily with normal water.
HOME REMEDIES FOR LOW BLOOD PRESSURE (HYPOTENSION)
- January 23, 2023
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Force with which blood pushes against artery walls is called as Blood pressure. Blood pressure goes up and down due to regular activities like moving around and sleeping. Blood pressure is made up of 2 measurement :
- Systolic pressure : Measurement of blood pumping through arteries when ventricles squeeze the blood
- Diastolic pressure: Measurement of pressure your arteries are under between heart beats .
Low blood pressure is also known as Hypotension. The blood pressure is under 90/60 millimeters of mercury in this condition. It can be a condition on its own or it is a symptom of a wide range of conditions.
It may not cause symptoms in many people but in some cases hypotension is fatal and require medical attention.
WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF LOW BLOOD PRESSURE (HYPOTENSION) ?
Low blood pressure types includes :
- Postprandial hypotension : Blood pressure drops 1-2 hours after eating. It mostly effects older adults usually individuals with high blood pressure or autonomic nervous system disease like Parkinson’s disease.
- Orthostatic hypotension: Sudden drop of blood pressure when standing up from sitting position or after lying down . It is usually caused due to dehydration, pregnancy, long term bed rest , certain medical conditions and some medications. This common in older adults .
- Neurally medicated hypotension : Blood pressure drops due to standing for long period. It mostly affects young adults and children. It is due to miscommunication between brain and heart.
- Multiple system atrophy with orthostatic hypotension : Also known as Shy-drager syndrome .It is a rare disorder affecting nervous system which controls involuntary functions such as blood pressure, breathing, heart rate and digestion.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF LOW BLOOD PRESSURE (HYPOTENSION) ?
Some of the common causes of low blood pressure are :
- Dehydration : Due to dehydration the amount of blood in body decrease which can cause blood pressure to drop. Vomiting, severe diarrhea, fever, strenuous exercise and overuse of diuretics can lead to dehydration.
- Pregnancy : Due to changes in pregnancy blood vessels expand which may cause blood pressure to drop. Condition of low blood pressure is common in first 24 weeks of pregnancy. Blood pressure mostly return to its normal levels after delivery.
- Blood loss : Injury or internal bleeding leads to lose of lots of blood also reduces blood volume causing severe drop in blood pressure.
- Heart and heart valve conditions : Heart failure, heart valve disease, heart attack and bradycardia can lead to low blood pressure.
- Severe infection : If infection enters the bloodstream, it can cause life-threatening drop in blood pressure called as septic shock.
- Hormone related diseases : Conditions which affects parathyroid or adrenal gland like Addison’s disease may cause blood pressure to drop . Hypoglycemia and sometime diabetes can also lower blood pressure.
- Severe allergic reaction : Sudden and dramatic drop of blood pressure is a symptom of severe allergic reaction.
- Lack of certain nutrients in diet : Low level of folate, vitamin B-12 and iron in body leads to low production of RCBs (anemia) which can lead to low blood pressure.
- Certain medications : Certain medicines like alpha blockers, diuretics, beta blockers , antidepressants etc can leads to lowering of blood pressure in individual.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF LOW BLOOD PRESSURE (HYPOTENSION) ?
Common symptoms of low blood pressure includes :
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Fainting or passing out
- Vomiting
- Shallow, fast breathing
- Blurred or distorted vision
- Lethargic or sluggish feeling
- Fatigue
- Agitation or other unusual behavioral changes
- Trouble concentration
- Confusion
- Thirst
HOME REMEDIES FOR LOW BLOOD PRESSURE (HYPOTENSION) :
- Caffeine helps : Beverages containing caffeine like coffee or tea may boost individuals blood pressure temporarily. caffeine inhibitis adenosine receptors which promotes catecholamine production that has vaso-constricting effects leading to raise systolic blood pressure in individual.
Individual suffering from low blood pressure can have a cup of coffee in morning for instant boost low blood pressure.
- Tulsi leaves : It has number of minerals including magnesium and potassium which helps to maintain healthy blood pressure. It also contain Vitamin-C which also maintain relatively normal blood pressure. chew 5-6 leaves every morning for enhancing low blood pressure
- Munakka: It helps to increase Vitality and blood circulation which further helps to ensure a healthy blood pressure. Soak munakka overnight and have it in morning empty stomach , also drink water used to soak munakkas.
- Beetroot juice : Beetroot helps to stabilize blood pressure in individuals. For hypotensive patients intake of two glass of beetroot juice for a week can give good results.
- Liquorice tea : Liquorice helps to normalize blood pressure due to low cortisol levels. It also helps toheal chronic fatigue symptoms. Drinking liquorice tea daily for few weeks can provide good results in hypotensive patients.
- Almond milk : Almond milk does not have saturated fats and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids thus prevents falling of blood pressure. Including almond milk in low blood pressure diet provides good results in long terms .
AYURVEDIC HERBS FOR LOW BLOOD PRESSURE (HYPOTENSION) :
- Arjun
- Manjishtha
- Rason
- Amla
- Ashwagandha
- Ginger
- Brahmi
- Cinnamon
- Ajwain
PANCHAKARMA :
- Snehapana
- Nasya
- Nitya Virechana
- Shirodhara
SEXUAL HEALTH ISSUES
- January 23, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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INTRODUCTION
Sexual health is defined as a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being of a person in respect to sexuality. It refers to a healthy and positive approach to sexual relations as well as having safe and pleasurable sexual experiences. It is essential for overall health and well-being of an individual. However, sexual health problems have become very common now-a-days due to stressful and unhealthy lifestyle. It is considered to be a taboo as people considered to be a shame talking about sexual health issues.
Sexual dysfunction can happen at any phase of the sexual response cycle and prevents a person from experiencing satisfaction in sexual activity. However, there are various treatment options available but a person should talk about his or her concerns to his/her partner and physician.
Sexual health related issues are wide-ranging and include some of the following health conditions:
- Sexually transmitted infections
- Unintended pregnancy
- Abortion
- AIDS
- Unethical practices like female genital mutilation
- Sexual dysfunction
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF SEXUAL PROBLEMS?
There are several causes of sexual problems. Following are the reasons responsible for sexual health issues:
- Hormonal imbalance
- Fear related to sexual activity
- Excessive stress
- Consumption of alcohol
- Tobacco intake
- Sexual trauma in past
- Problem in marital relationship
- Drug abuse
- Mental health problems such as anxiety, depression
- Increased blood sugar levels in blood
- Atherosclerosis
- Heart problems
- Neurological disorders
- Chronic liver failure
- Kidney disease
- Certain medications like antidepressants
RISK FACTORS RELATED TO SEXUAL HEALTH DISEASES
Following are the factors which increase the risk of developing sexual problems:
- Increasing age, mostly above 40 years due to age related health decline
- Unprotected sexual intercourse
- Having multiple number of sexual partners
- Starting sexual activity at an early age
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF SEXUAL HEALTH PROBLEMS?
The symptoms of sexual health problems are:
- Delayed or absent ejaculation inspite of enough sexual arousal
- Premature ejaculation
- Erectile dysfunctioning, that is unable to achieve or maintain erection
- Inadequate lubrication of vagina before and during sexual intercourse
- Unable to relax vaginal muscles to allow sexual intercourse
- Lack of sexual desire
- Unable to get sexually aroused
- Pain during sexual intercourse
SOME NATURAL WAYS TO MAINTAIN SEXUAL HEALTH
Some of the following steps are very helpful in maintainance of sexual health:
EATING FRUITS: Some fruits help in boosting reproductive health, so their consumption helps in increasing libido. Such fruits are known as aphrodisiac fruits. Bananas, figs and avocadoes are found to be very beneficial. They provide various vitamins and minerals which promote increased blood flow to the genitals and thus good for sexual health.
EATING CHOCOLATE: Chocolate is not just delicious in taste but is helps in improving sexual pleasure. It helps in release of chemicals like serotonin which has mood lifting effect and act as an aphrodisiac. Serotonin helps in increasing blood flow to the genital tissues and thus increases sexual stimulation.
INTAKE OF HERBS: Some herbs are found to be very beneficial for improving sexual health. Herbs like garlic, basil, gingko biloba, etc act as vasodilator. They help in increasing blood flow to the reproductive organs and helps in increasing sexual desire. They help in treating erectile dysfunction and sexual dysfunction after menopause.
BOOSTING SELF-CONFIDENCE: If a person feels good about his/her body, then he will have more sexual pleasure in physical activity. Lack of physical exercise and unhealthy eating habits leads to poor self-image. So a person should eat healthy and do regular exercise for a good self-esteem and thus, a good sexual life.
SAY NO TO ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION: Excessive alcohol consumption lead to impairment of erection. It also inhibits a person to have orgasm. So one should avoid alcohol intake.
GET A GOOD SLEEP: In today’s life busy schedule, people do not get enough time to sleep. They also find difficult to make time for sexual activity. They are often very much exhausted which lead to decreased sexual desire. By taking naps and proper amount of sleep, sexual desire gets increased and a person develops a good sexual health.
CHANDIGARH AYRUVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF SEXUAL HEALTH ISSUES
Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for men’s health:
1. Detox Premium powder
Detox premium powder is a herbo-mineral preparation containing ingredients such as jahar mohra pishti, parwal pishti, shukta pishti, shankh bhasma, kehrva pishti, moti bhasam, giloy satv, kamdudha ras, etc. This herbal powder help in overall detoxification of the body, balances pitta dosha in the body, reduces inflammation, pain, sudden pain, and improves the overall health of women, etc.
Recommended dosage:Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.
2. Nerve up tablet
Nerve up tablet is a herbo-mineral tablet and is the purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Nerve up tablets helps in balancing the Vata doshas. It reduces Kapha dosha, and acts as a nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. These contain natural vatahar properties and helps in curing Vata diseases. It acts as CNS stimulant: speed up physical and mental processes. Works in Erectile dysfunction, Body weakness, and Insomnia
Recommended Dosage:Take one tablet twice daily.
3. Ashwagandha tablet
CAC Ashwagandha tablet is an herbal and purely ayurvedic formulation. Ashwagandha has been called the kings of Ayurvedic herbs. Its root has a horsey smell. It boosts your immune systemand relieves stress. It is made from the goodness of Ashwagandha also known as Indian ginseng. It helps you recover from anxiety and depression, boost your brain. It may also modestly enhance strength performance, improve glucose metabolism, increase testosterone levels It is a good antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, anti-cancer and anti-stress properties.
Recommended Dosage:Take one tablet twice daily.
4. Shilajeet Satva
Shilajeet of 10gm packing is a herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. It balances all the three doshas of your body but mainly works on Kapha dosha.It is a blackish-brown powder or an exudate from mountain rocks found mainly in the Himalayas. It is an effective and safe supplement that has a positive effect on your overall health and well being. CAC Shilajit is available in the form of Shilajit Satva. It is a potent Immunity Booster and acts as an antioxidant, possesses anti-inflammatory properties. It has a tremendous effect on Male Harmones, Anaemia, Alziehmers disease, improves brain functions, Fatigueness, various Tumours and Cysts like PCOD in females.
DOSAGE: As directed by physician.
5. Men Power Plus tablet
Mostly at one age men may suffer from low self-esteem and become negative. This also occurs because they are facing problems in their sexual life. There might be early ejaculationand erectile dysfunction. A feeling of inferiority also occurs and they feel hesitate to visit a doctor or discuss this problem. It also affects their relationship and leads to fighting, divorce, loss of self-confidence, the stress in their personal life.
If a person has difficulty in having and keeping an erection more than 25% of the time, its a time for consultation. Ayurveda offers a great solution to this problem.
Uses:
Provide strength to the whole body and help to relieve erectile dysfunction naturally.
All herbs are aphrodisiac, helps to increase stamina.
The best source of male hormone precursors.
Can be used by bodybuilders
Relieve impotency
Self-confidence and increase sperm count and sperm quality
These herbs are antioxidant properties, the best supplement that works in anti-aging and provides strength.
Reduce serum glucose levels
Helps to relieve hypertension
Recommended Dosage:Take one tablet twice daily.
6. Rasayan vati
Rasayan vati is herbo-mineral ayurvedic formulation, which is 100% natural. Rasayan vati contains various herbs such as Aswagandha, Shilajeet, Amla, Kesar, Musali, Shatavar, Brahmi Abhrak Bhasam, Swarn Makshik Bhasam, Yashad Bhasam, Mukta pisti, Praval pisti, Jaiphal, Vang Bhasam, Dalchini, Javitri, Gokhru, Kaunch Beej, Saunth, Mirch, Pipli, Amla, Kesar, Manjith, Anant Mool, Brahmi, Musali, Swarn Vang, etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immuno-modulator properties.
Recommended Dosage:Take one tablet twice daily.
7. Women Power Plus Tablet
CAC woman power tablet is a complete health supplement for women which is best for female health and vital energy. It helps to build up the immunity. This is a pure herbo mineral product of the best quality herbs. The herbs used are Ashoka, Shatavari, anatmool, etc. These are herbs used since ancient times to maintain female health metabolism.
DOSE– Take 2 tablet twice a day or as directed by physician.
IMMUNE THROMBOCYTOPENIA PURPURA AND ITS AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT
- January 20, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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INTRODUCTION
Immune thrombocytopenia is a blood disorder which is characterized by less number of platelets in blood. Platelets are the type of blood cells which help in clotting of blood. So when the platelets are less in number, there occur bruising, internal bleeding and bleeding gums. Immune word is related to immune system and thrombocytopenia means decreased platelets. The immune system starts destroying body’s own platelets causing decrease in their number. Immune thrombocytopenia affects children but recovers on its own. However, in adults, it is a chronic disease.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF IMMUNE THROMBOCYTOPENIA PURPURA?
Immune thrombocytopenia purpura is caused by abnormal functioning of the immune system. Normally, immune system provides protection to the body by fighting foreign micro-organisms and thus preventing various body infections. In ITP, immune system start producing antibodies against body’s own platelets, thereby destroying them. The reason of this abnormal function of immune system is not known however.
RISK FACTORS OF IMMUNE THROMBOCYTOPENIA PURPURA
Some factors increase the risk of person developing immune thrombocytopenia purpura. The factors are:
- Dehydration
- Bacterial or viral infections
- Trauma
- Pregnancy
- Autoimmune disorders like systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, etc
- Some medications
- Cancers like leukemia, lymphomas, etc
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF IMMUNE THROMBOCYTOPENIA PURPURA?
The common signs and symptoms of immune thrombocytopenia purpura:
- Bleeding from gums
- Internal bruising
- Petechiae in skin – small reddish purple spots on skin
- Epistaxis
- Heavy bleeding in menstruation
- Presence of blood in urine and stool
- Excessive bleeding during any surgery
COMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH IMMUNE THROMBOCYTOPENIA PURPURA
If immune thrombocytopenia purpura is not treated at time, then it can lead to various health complications. Following are the complications which arise with ITP:
- Internal bleeding in brain – one of the most fatal complications
- Muscle wasting
- Cataract
- Decrease in bone density
- Diabetes
- Decrease in body’s immunity
- Increased chances of secondary body infections
WHAT IS THE AYURVEDIC CONCEPT OF IMMUNE THROMBOCYTOPENIA PURPURA?
In Ayuvreda, immune thrombocytopenia puprura is known as Tiryaka raktapitta. In this disease, all the three doshas – vata, pitta and kapha are vitiated and cause destruction of the platelets. It occurs because of the unhealthy diet and sedentary lifestyle. The treatment in ayurveda depends on the severity of signs and symptoms of the disease . It focuses on healthy diet and lifestyle for its management. There are different types of herbs which are given orally for treating it. These herbs help in increasing platelet count and strengthening of body’s immune system.
The herbs given for the management of ITP are:
- Giloy
- Papaya
- Gotukola
- Ashwagandha
- Curcumin
- Noni
- Punarnava
- Aloe vera
- Wheatgrass
MANAGING IMMUNE THROMBOCYTOPENIA PURPURA WITH THE MEDICINES OF CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE
Here are some of the medicines of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for the treatment of immune thrombocytopenia purpura:
1. Noni Capsules
Noni capsules have been used for thousands of years to help in treating a variety of health problems such as high blood pressure, inflammation, parasitic, viral and bacterial infections. It contains fruit of a Polynesian plant that’s commonly called the Indian Mulberry, Morinda Citrifoliua. The capsules reduce the small red bumps on your skin, excessive fatigue and Useful for preventing free radicals damage of platelets.
Recommended Dosage– Take 2 capsules twice a day with normal water.
2. Stop Bleeding Tablets
CAC stop bleeding tablet is a pure herbal formulation that acts as an anticoagulant in nature. it helps to stop or reduce heavy bleeding. when there is bleeding, the body forms clots to stop the bleeding. in some of these clots leads to bleeding after breakage. therefore stop bleeding tablet helps in stopping the clots from breaking and thus reduce the excessive unwanted bleeding. these tablets have anti-inflammatory, pain killer, anticoagulant properties. It also pacifies pitta doshas and helps in detoxification of rakta dhatu (blood tissue).
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.
3. Detox Premium Powder
The powder contains a mixture of natural and pure herbs which plays a major role in the treatment of ITP. The mixture contains – Tal sindoor, Gandhak rasayan, Akik pishti, Jahar mohra, Moti pishti. This combination has Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Antiviral, Broad Spectrum Antibiotic, Anti-inflammatory properties. It also helps in strengthening the immune system, reduces oxidative damage, and they are rich in minerals, vitamins and other essential elements which helps in tissue repair and healthy blood formation in the body.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 sachet twice a day with normal water.
4. Active plus Tablet
CAC active plus Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for person mental and physical health, also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain, acts as antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.
Recommended Dosage–Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
5. Platfer Tablet
These are herbal combination prepared from herbs like Papaya (Carica papaya) & Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) that in combination increases the platelet counts naturally. It provides good & effective results for patients. It increases the physical and mental strength of a person and builds up immunity.
Recommended Dosage–Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
6. Nerve up Tablet
Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas. It reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. This tablet helps in the symptoms related to ITP.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.
7. Immuno Booster Tablet
It is pure herbal combination that helps to build up immunity. it consists of effective levels of antioxidants. vitamin C and E circulate in the body to protect it against the damage caused by free radicals. it has natural immunity-boosting properties to prevent and ease cough, cold, headache, and infections. it provides quick relief from early signs of running nose, itching throat, body ache, and weakness.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.
CYSTITIS AND ITS NATURAL MANAGEMENT
- January 20, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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INTRODUCTION
Cystitis is a medical condition which is characterized by the inflammation of the urinary bladder. The urinary bladder becomes red and swollen. The inflammation occurs because of the infection of the urinary bladder which is caused by bacteria. This is called urinary tract infection. However, cystitis is also caused by certain drugs or use of radiation therapy. Pain and urgency to urinate even after emptying of bladder are some of the most common symptoms of cystitis. If the infection is not dealt properly, it can spread to kidneys causing serious health implications. It can affect people of all age groups but females are more prone to it.
The treatment of cystitis depends on the underlying cause. There are various medications available and surgery is required in rare cases.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF CYSTITIS?
Cystitis is caused by the following factors:
- Urinary tract infection: E.coli is the bacteria which enters the urinary tract from the outside environment through urethra and enters the urinary bladder.
- Prolonged use of catheter
- Certain medicines
- Exposure to radiation
- Spermicidal jellies
- Bubble bath
- Tight clothing
- Hard stools
- Use of barrier contraceptives such as contraceptives
- Personal hygiene sprays
- Sexual intercourse
- Diabetes
- Kidney stones
- Prostate hypertrophy
RISK FACTORS OF CYSTITIS
Some factors make a person more prone to cystitis. Following are the risk factors of cystitis:
- Sexually active persons are more prone
- Pregnancy
- Use of birth control measures
- Hormonal changes such as menopause
- Weakened immune system
- Suffering from AIDS
- Renal stone
- Spinal injuries
SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH CYSTITIS
The symptoms of cystitis are different among different individuals. The intensity ranges from mild to severe. Following are the common signs and symptoms of cystitis:
- Burning sensation during urination
- Strong urge to urinate
- Pain during passage of urine
- Presence of blood in urine
- Cloudy or turbid urine
- Discomfort in urine
- Frequent urination
- Passing small amounts of urine
- Heaviness in abdomen
- Fever
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- Strong odor in urine
- Feeling tired
- Generalized body pain
HOW CYSTITIS CAN BE PREVENTED?
With some of the self-care measures, bladder infections can be prevented. Following are the precautions which need to be taken:
- Drinking plenty of water
- Urinate as a person feels urge to urinate
- Wash genitals gently daily without using harsh soaps
- Empty the bladder as soon as possible after sexual activity
- Do not use deodorant sprays in genital area
- Wipe from front to the back after passing stool as it prevents the spread of bacteria from anus to the vagina and urethra
AYURVEDIC APPROACH TO CYSTITIS
In Ayurveda, cystitis is called Mootrakriccha. Mootra means urine and kriccha difficulty, so mootrakriccha means difficulty in urination. In this, vata dosha gets vitiated. Apan vayu is a subtype of vata which resides in the pelvic portion and thus leads to urinary problems. Mootrakrichha is of different types depending on the type of dosha involved:
- Vataja mootrakriccha
- Pittaja mootrakriccha
- Kaphaj mootrakriccha
- Sannipattik mootrakriccha
Some of the herbs which are required for management of cystitis are:
- Punarnava
- Varun
- Gokshur
- Kanchnar
- Amalaki
- Haritaki
- Marich
- Haridra
CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CYSTITIS
Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurveda Center which are used for the treatment of cystitis:
1. Liver Care Tablet
The Liver care tablet of CAC is a herbo mineral pure ayurvedic formulation. It mainly works in balancing pitta doshas. Liver care tablet consists of ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( Phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinospora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. Its main function is to improve the circulation of blood. it works against burning sensation of urine, removes urinary infection and other inflammatory conditions.
Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily with plain water after a meal.
2. UTI Care Tablet
It’s a 650 mg pure herbo mineral ayurvedic formulation. it treats the root cause of diseases without any side effects. along with the UTI problem it also treats problems related to kidney, urinary bladder, urethra and ureters. it consists of ingredients like Yavakshar (Hordeum vulgare) -200 mg, Kalmi Shora (Potassium nitrate) -150 mg, Nuashadar (Ammonium chloride) -150 mg, Swarna Gairik (Red ochre) -150 mg. It removes the kidney stones, renal colic, painful micturition, hypertension, and burning sensation during the passage of urine. it has antioxidant and anti -inflammatory properties. also useful in dysuria, pelvic pain, urine incontinence, foul odor, etc.
Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with plain water after meal.
3. Trikatu Syrup
Trikatu syrup is pure ayurvedic formulation comprises of mainly three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum). the main function of trikatu syrup is it removes excess of Kapha doshas and supports the respiratory system, help to reduce body weight and hence detoxifies the body. it has anti-inflammatory , analgesic and antioxidant properties. It boosts metabolism and works in dysuria, painful micturition, and reduce inflammation of the kidney occurs due to any diseases. It is free from chemicals, additives, colors and fillers.
Dosage: Take 2 tsp twice daily before a meal.
4. Detox Premium Powder
It is purely a herbal formulation that helps to reduce inflammation and burning sensation caused due to UTI infection. It has an anti-inflammatory action. It also helps to remove toxins due to its antioxidant properties. It comprises of Moti Pishti, Parwal Pishti, Shukta Pishti, Giloy Satav, Kamdudha Ras, Jahar Mohra, Akik Pishti, Gandhak Rasayan, Tal Sindoor, Shankh Bhasma, Sutshekhar Ras, Sudhyog Tab, Shwet Parpati, Yavakshaar. It has an antibacterial action and provides cooling and calming effect to the body.
Dosage:Take one sachet twice a day with normal plain water.
5. Sheet dhara
It is pure herbo mineral ayurvedic formulation which works on doshas of the body especially pitta doshas. It mainly consists of herbs like Ajwaion, Kapur (camphor) and Mint leaves that provide a cooling effect and helps to reduce burning sensation during micturition. it also controls mood swings, bloating and nausea.
Dosage: Take 1/2 or 1 teaspoon of sheet dhara twice daily empty stomach.
INFERTILITY IN WOMEN
- January 20, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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INTRODUCTION
Infertility is a condition in which a couple has difficulty in conceiving after one year of unprotected sexual intercourse. It may occur because of a combination of factors and either of the partner or both of the partners have problems which prevent pregnancy. Endometriosis, uterine fibroids, hormonal imbalance are some of the causes of infertility in women. Men have low testosterone, low sperm count, etc. which lead to infertility. The chances of infertility are increased with the increasing age.
However, there are various treatment options available which are quite safe and effective and very helpful in improving the chances of getting pregnant.
REASONS OF INFERTILITY IN WOMEN
There are numerous reasons for the infertility in women. Following are the causes of female infertility:
- Irregular menstrual cycle
- Ovulation problems which affect formation and release of female egg into the fallopian tube
- Increased secretion of prolactin hormone
- Polyps or fibroids in uterus
- Abnormal structure of uterus or cervix
- Hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism
- Blockage of fallopian tubes
- Inflammation of the fallopian tubes called salpingitis
- Pelvic inflammatory disease
- Endometriosis
- Adhesions in uterus
- Appendicitis
- Early menopause
- Cancer of uterus, cervix
- Pelvic adhesions
- Any recent pelvic surgery
DIFFERENT TYPES OF INFERTILITY
The infertility is of two different types:
- Primary infertility: It occurs in females who had never been pregnant and couldn’t conceive in first year of unprotected sexual intercourse.
- Secondary infertility: It is difficulty in conceiving after having atleast one successful pregnancy.
RISK FACTORS OF FEMALE INFERTILITY
Following are the factors which increase the risk of females developing infertility:
- Age above 35 years
- Excessive physical exercise
- Irregular menstrual cycle
- Smoking
- Alcohol intake
- Increased blood sugar levels
- Suffering from eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia
- Exposure to environmental toxins like pesticides, lead, etc
- Stress
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Radiation therapy
- Drug abuse
- Obesity or underweight
- Blockage of fallopian tubes
- Celiac disease
- Kidney problem
- Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD)
- Cushing’s syndrome
- Sickle cell anemia
- Thyroid disorders
- Past ectopic pregnancy
VARIOUS TECHNIQUES FOR THE DIAGNOSIS OF FEMALE INFERTILITY
The tests which are helpful in knowing the cause of female infertility are:
- Pap smear
- Ovulation testing
- Certain blood tests
- Transvaginal ultrasound
- Hysteroscopy
- Hysterosalpingogram
- Saline sonohysterogram
- Laparoscopy
WAYS OF PREVENTING INFERTILTIY IN WOMEN
By following some of the steps, infertility can be prevented in females. The steps are:
- Say no to smoking
- Avoid alcohol consumption
- Do less intake of caffeine
- Doing regular exercise but not rigorous which affect ones periods
- Avoid heavy weights
CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFERTILITY
Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurved Centre which are used for the treatment of infertility:
1. Femine Care tablet
CAC Femine care tablet is a pure and natural remedy that contains various herbs extract that works on the female reproductive system and make it healthy. These tablets show antioxidant properties, anti inflamatory and immuno modulater properties.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
2. Nerve up tablet
It is a herbo-mineral tablet and is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas. It reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. These contains natural vatahar properties and helps in curing vata disease.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
3. Woman Power Tablet
CAC woman power tablet is a complete health supplement for women which is best for female health and vital energy. It helps to build up the immunity. This is a pure herbo mineral product of the best quality herbs. The herbs used are Ashoka, Shatavari, anatmool, etc. These are herbs used since ancient times to maintain female health metabolism. It works well in the reproductive system and other health-related disorders. The extract of these herbs is used which provides multiple health benefits. These herbs have the potential to improve female health and libido.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
4. Vata balance tablet
Vata balance tablet is a rejuvenating blend of herbs is specially formulated to balance Vata doshas without aggravating Pitta or Kapha doshas. It may be used to support overall health and well-being by Vata constitutions with or without food. For those with a dual constitution that includes Vata or a tridoshic constitution, it is an excellent formula for the Vata season, which in most parts of the world is autumn and early winter.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
5. Woman Champion Syrup
CAC Woman Championis purely herbal and ayurvedic formulation. It is a very effective tonic for women and help to maintain their health. It balances all the doshas of body and also maintain hormone levels . It contains herbs like Lodhra, Manjishta, Ashok chaal, Punarnava,Shatavar,Bala,Daruharidra,Nagarmotha that help women typically with mood changes, stress, headache and pain. CAC Women champion helps in leading a life of minimum discomfort during those difficult days every month. It act as antioxidant, anti inflammatory, anti spasmodic, uterine tonic and immunity booster.
Dosage:2 Teaspoon twice daily after meals.
6. Active plus Tablet
CAC Active plus Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for person mental and physical health, also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain, acts as antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.
Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablet twice daily with normal water.
ANGIOEDEMA AND ITS AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT
- January 20, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Angioedema is an allergic reaction which affects parts of face like lips or eyes. It is a reaction to trigger causing swelling in dermis layer of skin or layer below a mucous membrane. It usually happens at the same time as urticaria and for same reasons. Both urticaria and angioedema occurs due to escape of liquid from small blood vessels and fill up tissues which cause swelling.
Mostly it comes on quickly and last for about a day or two usually affecting lips or eyes. However, It can be serious or even fatal if it affects airways.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF ANGIOEDEMA ?
Causes mainly depends upon type of angioedema. Some common causes of angioedema are :
- Medications : Drugs like penicillin , sulfa drugs , NSAIDs and contrast media used in imaging tests may cause allergies.
- Venom : Venom released by stinging insects or spider bite may cause angioedema
- Food allergies : Milk, nuts , eggs and shellfish mainly contributes to the development of angioedema
- Natural rubber latex : Latex is commonly used to make balloons, gloves and catheters . Some individuals are allergic to latex and may develop angioedema if come in contact with it.
TYPES OF ANGIOEDEMA :
Generally angioedema is differentiated into :
- Acute Allergic angioedema :
- Usually happens as an allergic reaction to allergen individual comes in contact with.
- Trigger could be any food or beverage eaten or medications individual takes or items touched which are made with natural rubber latex
- It can also happen due to spider or insect bites
- It usually happens quickly within minutes to about 1-2 hours after individual made contact with allergens. Individuals have hives along with swelling.
- Non-allergic drug reaction :
- Common group of medicines which causes non-allergic reaction are Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors called as ACE inhibitors or ACEIs. These medicines relax blood vessels that treat heart failure and may lower blood pressure.
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines like naproxen and ibuprofen can also cause angioedema
- It doesn’t necessarily happen as soon as individual takes medicine.
- Idiopathic angioedema :
- It has no known cause
- Swelling in this is mostly located in hands, face, trunk, arms and legs .
- Some individuals may have emotional issues and immune system conditions
- Hereditary angioedema :
- It happens due to genetic inheritance.
- Individual may inherit HAE if one parent carries gene or has the conditions
- Some peoples also develop it due to spontaneous genetic mutations .
- Acquired C1 inhibitor deficiency:
- It happens due to acquired C1 inhibitor deficiency but is not inherited. It means you are not born with it but develop it during your life time
- B-cell lymphoma may contributes to acquired C1 inhibitor deficiency in individuals
- Vibratory angioedema :
- Swelling in this condition is due to repeated vibrations . It may happen while running, motorcycle ridding, vigorous massage, jogging or during other activities
- It is a form of rare and similar condition called chronic inducible urticaria . In this conditions hives appear due to outside forces like heat, pressure, cold ,water or vibrations
- Itchy hives happen repeatedly and last for about six weeks.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF ANGIOEDEMA ?
Some common symptoms are :
- Swollen or puffy face mostly mouth and eyes including tongue and lips
- Swollen feet, hands or genitals
- Digestive problem when intestine are inflamed are :
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Dizziness due to fluctuating blood pressure
- Swelling in mouth, airway or throat which make it harder to talk and breathe. It is a medical emergency.
AYURVEDIC APPROACH
In ayurveda it can be correlated with advanced stage of Sheetapitta . Due to nidan sevan like exposure to cold wind, insect bite, contact with cold substances etc leads to vitiation of vata and kapha dosha . The vitiated vata and kapha dosha in turn mixe up with pitta dosha and spreads all over the body lodging the external surface of body thus producing various symptoms both outside and inside the body.
HERBS :
- Gambhari
- Guduchi
- Yastimadhu
- Ushira
- Haridra
- Chandana
PANCHKARMA
- Vaman
- Virechan
- Patra pottli pind swedan
- Lepana
- Takradhara
- Raktamoksha
CHANDIGARH AYURVEDIC CENTRE MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF ANGIOEDEMA
1. Curcumin Capsule:
It is a herbo-mineral capsule of size 500 MG which is 100% safe and is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Curcumin Capsules helps in pacifying all three doshas. This Capsule contains standardized extract of the herb Curcumin (Curcuma longa). Curcumin is the active ingredient in Turmeric having powerful Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anti-microbial and Antioxidant These Capsules lowers the risk of Heart Attack, prevents Cancer by reducing the growth of cancerous cells, helps in Anti-depressant property. These Capsules are very popular Anti-aging supplement and strengthen weaker immune system.
Recommended Dosage:Take two capsules twice daily.
2. Amrit Tulsi Ras
This herbal preparation is in drops form prepared from five types of Tulsi. Shama Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Rama Tulsi (Ocimum gratissimum), Kapoor Tulsi (Ocimum canum), Shwet Tulsi (Ocimum basilicum), Nimba Tulsi (Ocimum citriodorum) that provides good result in cough & cold problem.
Recommended Dosage: Take two to three drops twice daily.
3. Detox tablets:
This Tablet is herbo-mineral pure Ayurvedic preparation. It contains ingredients like Parwal Pishti, Shukta Pishti, Giloy Satav, Kamdudha Ras, Jahar Mohra, Akik Pishti, Gandhak Rasayan, Shankh Bhasma, Sutshekhar Ras, Sudhyog Tab, Shwet Parpati, Yavakshaar, etc. This tablet increases overall immunity, improves digestion, relieves acidity, helps in fever, nausea, vomiting, high blood pressure, mental diseases and eye diseases. It also helps in removing impurities and detoxifies the body.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.
4. Trikatu Syrup:
Trikatu syrup is a purely herbal formula containing ingredients such as long pepper, black pepper, & dry ginger. This herbal syrup shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, carminative, & immuno-modulator effects. These properties provide effective results in sign and symptoms related to corona virus.
Recommended dosage: Take 2 teaspoonful thrice daily before meals.
5. Kapha balance tablet:
Kapha tablet is a healthy blend of herbs formulated to balance Kapha doshas without aggravating Pitta and Vata doshas. It can also be used to alleviate any temporary Kapha imbalance. It is very effective in Kapha season that is late winter and spring. It consists of warming and astringent herbs that help to balance the system throughout the cold season. The main use of Kapha tablets is to remove excess Kapha doshas from the system and helps in the management of weight, healthy lungs, and the immune system
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.