ABSTRACT
An Autoimmune condition defines all such conditions that includes overactive immune system, in which a person's own immune system starts attacking their own body. As we know, the immune system helps our body to prevent viruses and bacterias. Normally the immune system differentiate the foreign body cells from the body cells but in case of Autoimmune conditions the immune cells can't differentiate the healthy cells and attack the healthy cells instead of foreign body. In this case the immune system attacks various parts of the body such as skin, bones, joints, etc. In this article we are going to discuss one such condition that is Crest Syndrome. So let's take a look!!!!
INTRODUCTION
Crest Syndrome is one of the autoimmune conditions which affects the connective tissues that provide support to all the tissues and organs. This condition may affect various systems of the body, the symptoms depend upon the affected organ. Crest syndrome is a type of systemic sclerosis, a condition in which there is tightening and hardness of Skin. Other names for this condition are limited scleroderma or cutaneous systemic sclerosis. Acronym CREST defines Calcinosis, Raynaud's Phenomenon, Esophageal Dysfunction, Sclerodactyly and Telangiectasia.
SOME FACTS ABOUT CREST DISEASE
Following are some facts about Crest Syndrome:
- 47-56% of the patients suffering from Crest Syndrome may develop Cardiac and Pulmonary involvement.
- It is the only connective tissue disease which has poor survival prognosis.
- Women are more prone to Crest Syndrome than Men.
- More common between the age group of 30 to 50.
- Races commonly affected are Native and Black American people.
CAUSES OF CREST DISEASE
Crest Syndrome is one of the autoimmune conditions which includes production of Anti-centromere antibodies and Autoimmune Anti-nuclear. There is no clear cause of this condition but following are some of the causes which may interact with Crest Syndrome.
- Atypical Immune activity which affects the way of reaction of the Immune System towards the body cells.
- Various Environmental Triggers: Organic Solvents, Silica Dust and L-tryptophan.
SYMPTOMS OF CREST DISEASE
Crest Syndrome shows various symptoms depending upon which organ gets affected due to the condition. Following are one of the common symptoms of Crest Syndrome:
- Stiffness and swelling in joints
- Muscle pain, stiffness and weakness
- Inflammation or Swelling on face or hands
- Kidney Problems
- Heart Problems
- Lungs scarring which affects breathing
DIAGNOSIS OF CREST DISEASE
Various steps to diagnose Crest Disease:
- Checking the skin for thickening, swelling and tightening.
- Blood tests for evaluating Autoimmunity and Inflammation.
- Kidney function test for assessing Kidney health.
- Creatine Kinase Tests for measuring any kind of muscle involvement.
- For analyzing any kind of Atypical growth certain imaging tests are performed such as MRI, CT Scan, X-Ray.
- For Assessing breathing lung function tests are performed.
- EMG to be done for evaluating Nerve Conduction.
AYURVEDIC VIEW OF CREST DISEASE
As we discussed earlier Crest Disease is one of the Autoimmune conditions and as per Ayurveda this condition can be correlated as the disease occurs due to Ama Dosha. Let's discuss what Ama is and how it accumulates in the body and leads to various disorders.
"दुष्यत्यग्नि स दुष्टोअन्नं न तत्त् पचति लघ्वपि |
अपच्यमानं शुक्तत्वं यात्यन्नं विषरूपताम् ||"
Reference: (Ch. Chi. 15/44)
Vitiated Agni when unable to digest food properly, when that undigested food becomes sour then it becomes a cause for a lot of diseases.
Root Cause of Ama
Aharaj Nidaan (Causes related to food):
- Guru (Heavy), Ruksha (Dry) and Sheeta (Cold) Bhojana (Food)
- Shushka (Dry), Dvishta (Unliked), and Vishtambhi (Aversion) Bhojana (Food)
- Vidahi Bhojana (Food which cause burning sensation)
- Ashuchi Bhojana (Contaminated Food)
- Virudha Bhojan (Incompatible food) and Akala Bhojan (Untimely intake of food)
Viharaj Kaaran (Lifestyle Factors):
- Adharniya Veg Dharana (Controlling Natural Urges)
- Diva Shayan (Sleeping in day time)
- Alasya (Laziness)
Mansika Nidaan (Mental factors):
- Kama (Desire)
- Krodha (Anger)
- Lobha (Greed)
- Moha (Confusion)
- Irshya (Jealousy)
- Shoka (Greif)
- Mana (Arrogance)
- Udvega (Agitation)
- Bhaya (Fear)
Symptoms Caused by Ama Dosha
- Fecal Matter Stasis
- Stiffness in body parts
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Fainting
- Vertigo
- Backache
- Yawning
- Malaise
- Thirst
- Fever
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Tenesmus
- Anorexia
- Indigestion
Treatment for Ama in Ayurveda
In Ayurveda, Ama Chikitsa is done by Aptarpan Karma which means a therapy which helps in detoxifying the body. Apatarpana Chikitsa simply means depleting treatment. This chikitsa is also considered as Langhana which includes starvation, lightening therapies and thinning therapies. Apatarpana Chikitsa includes three types:
- Langhana - Fasting: Langhana commonly indicated in the patients in which dosha are in mild form and it gets normalized with simple fasting. Langhana increases the digestive fire and Samana Vata which aids healthy digestion.
- Langhana Pachan - Fasting and Digestion: When the doshas are aggravated moderately Fasting is indicated along with digestion inducing drugs.
- Doshavsechana - Dosha Elimination: When dosha are aggravated severely, Doshavsechana is done to expel out the highly aggravated dosha.
Below we are going to mention various herbal remedies by Planet Ayurveda for eliminating Ama dosha and for managing the Crest Disease.
HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR CREST DISEASE
Planet Ayurveda is one of the Ayurvedic Companies which formulated their own herbal and herbo-mineral supplements. This company is serving mankind and even animals for providing them a healthy living. All the supplements are totally safe as they don't contain any kind of additives and preservatives. For Crest Disease following remedies are provided by Planet Ayurveda. All the remedies are helpful in managing Crest Disease is many different ways, let's see below:
- ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES
- BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN
- GOTU KOLA CAPSULES
- SANJIVANI VATI
- GANDHAK RASAYAN
- SINHNAAD GUGGUL
- PANCHATIKTAKA GHRIT
PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION
1. Ashwagandha Capsules
Ashwagandha Capsules is a single herbal capsule formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda with a standardised extract of herb Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). It consists of adaptogenic properties which helps in improving the action of other herbal remedies. Beside this these capsules are helpful in reducing symptoms of Crest Syndrome such as Muscle Pain and Stiffness.
Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily with warm water after meals.
2. Boswellia Curcumin
Boswellia Curcumin is a capsule formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda with the standardized extract of Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Haridra (Curcuma longa). Both these herbs are considered as one of the best Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic. This herbal remedy along with Ashwagandha reduces pain, inflammation and stiffness all over the body.
Dosage: 2 capsules twice daily with warm water after meals.
3. Gotu Kola Capsules
Gotu Kola Capsules is a miraculous herbal remedy prepared by Planet Ayurveda with a single standardized extract Gotukola (Centella asiatica). Gotu Kola is a miraculous herb for maintaining the health of Blood Vessels and improving circulation. It helps greatly with symptoms of Raynaud's Phenomenon such as spasm of blood vessels of toes and fingers.
Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily with warm water after meals.
4. Sanjivani Vati
Sanjivani Vati is a classical Ayurvedic formulation used since ancient times for various Ama associated diseases. This remedy is formulated by Planet Ayurveda under the strict regardance of M.D. Ayurveda practitioners. The formulation is available in tablet form and consists of ingredients such as Vidanga (Embelia ribes), Pippali (Piper longum), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), etc. Sanjivani Vati promotes the Apatarpana Chikitsa by eliminating aggravated dosha from the body. Thus by eliminating Ama Dosha from the body these tablets help in managing symptoms of Sanjivani Vati.
Dosage: 2 tablets twice daily with warm water after meals.
5. Gandhak Rasayan
Gandhak Rasayan is an Ayurvedic formulation which is serving as a wonderful natural antibiotic. This remedy is made up of a major ingredient, shuddha gandhak (purified sulfur). It is a natural Ayurvedic remedy which is used as a rejuvenator from many years since the time of ancient era. This remedy miraculously helps in Ama Dosha related conditions by eliminating Ama Dosha from the body.
Dosage: 2 tablets twice daily with warm water after meals.
6. Sinhnaad Guggul
Sinhnaad Guggul is one of the best classical Ayurvedic formulations for bone related conditions especially associated with Ama accumulation. The remedy is available in tablet form and made up of ingredients such as Shuddha Gandhaka (Purified sulphur), Shuddha guggul (Commiphora mukul), amalaki (Emblica officinalis), etc. These tablets consist of properties such as anti-rheumatic, anti-toxin, detoxifying, anti-microbial, laxative, antipyretic, etc. All these properties are effectively helpful in reducing various symptoms of Crest Disease.
Dosage: 2 tablets twice daily with warm water after meals.
7. Panchatiktaka Ghrit
Panchtiktaka Ghrit is a classical Ayurvedic remedy which is ghee based. This remedy is prepared by the ingredients such as nimba (Azadirachta indica), Vasa (Adhatoda vasica), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) and various others. It is a great herbal remedy with the best anti-inflammatory properties. This ghrit formulation provides great benefits in any kind of skin diseases. Its use in case of Crest Disease helps in reducing stiffness and makes the skin smooth and revitalised.
Dosage: 1 tsp twice daily with warm water after meals.
Conclusion
Crest Syndrome is one of the autoimmune conditions which affects the connective tissues that provide support to all the tissues and organs. Acronym CREST defines Calcinosis, Raynaud's Phenomenon, Esophageal Dysfunction, Sclerodactyly and Telangiectasia. Atypical Immune activity and Various Environmental Triggers can cause Crest Syndrome but there is no clear cause of this condition. Common symptoms included are Stiffness and swelling in joints, Muscle pain, stiffness and weakness, Inflammation or Swelling on the face or hands, Kidney Problems, Heart Problems, Lung scarring which affects breathing, etc. In Ayurveda this condition can be correlated as the disease occurs due to Ama Dosha. In Ayurveda, Ama Chikitsa is done by Aptarpan Karma which means a therapy which helps in detoxifying the body. Apatarpana Chikitsa simply means depleting treatment. Planet Ayurveda provides you with various supplements that help in eliminating Ama dosha from the body and some supplements that help in managing the symptoms of Crest Syndrome.
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