ABSTRACT
Humans are social animals and the interaction with other organisms is inevitable. Sometimes humans come up in contact with various infected organisms which transmit the infections to the human body which results in a number of symptoms. Ehrlichiosis is one of the infectious conditions which is caused by the bite of infective ticks. The condition can get serious if timely management is not provided. The condition generally prevails in the southeastern and central states of America. In the following text we shall have a look at some of the details of Ehrlichiosis and its management in the contemporary and ayurvedic systems of medicine. Let's have a look!!
INTRODUCTION
Ehrlichiosis is a common term used to refer to the diseases caused by Ehrlichia bacteria. Ehrlichiosis is a bacterial tick borne infection. There are around 2.3 cases per million people worldwide all around the globe. The ticks that are the mode of transmission of the Ehrlichia are mainly found in southeastern and central parts of the United States of America. The condition can take a fatal turn if not managed timely. In Ayurveda, the condition can be correlated with jivanu janya vyadhi as well as with aagantuja vyadhi that leads to tridosha vitiation more specifically pitta and kapha dosha.
DISEASE CAUSING ORGANISM
- Ehrlichia chaffeensis
- Ehrlichia ewingii or Ehrlichia muris eauclairesis
TYPES OF THE INFECTIOUS ORGANISM
- Ehrlichia canis
- Anaplasma phagocytophilum is found in New England, north central and pacific areas of the United States.
- Ehrlichia chaffeensis mostly found in south astern and south central regions.
- Ehrlichia muris.
- Neorickettsia.
- Ehrlichia ewingii infests deer and dogs. Found in southeastern and south central states.
CAUSES OF EHRLICHIOSIS
- Bite from an infected tick
- Blood transfusion
- Organ transplant
INCUBATION PERIOD
- Incubation period of Ehrlichiosis is of 14 days
RISK FACTORS RISK FACTORS
- Immune compromised
- History of organ transplant
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF EHRLICHIOSIS
- Chills
- Fever
- Severe headaches
- Nausea
- Muscle aches
- Vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Confusion
- Diarrhoea
- Pinpoint rash
- Fatigue
- Confusion
- Red eyes in children
SEVERE AND COMPLICATED SYMPTOMS INCLUDE
- Respiratory failure
- Nervous system damage
- Excessive and uncontrollable bleeding
- Multiple organ failure
- Blunted immune system
- Seizures
- Coma
- Death
TREATMENT OF EHRLICHIOSIS
- Antibiotics like Doxycycline and minocycline are used in the infectious condition caused by the bacteria.
- Patients resistant to tetracyclines are treated with Rifampin.
- Chloramphenicol is also used in some of the cases.
PREVENTION OF EHRLICHIOSIS
- Avoiding areas which have plenty of ticks inhabiting
- Wearing clothes that fully covers the legs and arms
- Protective chemical such as permethrin can be applied while going out
- Insect Repellents can be used
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF EHRLICHIOSIS
Ayurvedic management depends on the dosha vitiation and blood cleansing in the condition caused by infectious bite by the infective ticks. Pacification of pitta dosha and kapha dosha and vata dosha remain the mainstay of the management. Following are some home remedies that can be done in the aforementioned condition.
- Decoction of giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) is beneficial in reducing the fever caused by Ehrlichiosis.
- Tulsi leaves (Ocimum sanctum) can be put in tea then it can be consumed. It helps in relieving fever, alleviating pain, cures rash, fights inflammation.
HERBAL REMEDIES FOR EHRLICHIOSIS BY PLANET AYURVEDA
Planet Ayurveda is an esteemed GMP certified, ISO 9001:2015 certified and US-FDA registered Ayurvedic Company, which sticks to the aim of producing quality Ayurvedic products as described in a number of ancient texts of Ayurveda. Planet Ayurveda has worldwide branches. Products are manufactured without additives and preservatives and other kinds of chemicals or artificial flavour enhancers which can cause a number of side effects on the human body. Products manufactured at Planet Ayurveda are pure and do not contain any kind of adulteration. The products are purely organic and vegetarian and gluten free. The products are also halal certified. Planet Ayurveda has manufactured some products that are highly valuable in managing Ehrlichiosis.
LIST OF MEDICATIONS WHICH CAN BE USED ARE
- BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN
- SANJIVANI VATI
- DASHMOOLA CAPSULES
- GILOY CAPSULES
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN
Boswellia Curcumin capsules are filled with the herbs shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and haridra (Curcuma longa). Both the herbs together possess antiinflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic properties. Boswellia Curcumin reduces fever, heals damage caused by bacteria. It cleanses blood from the toxins released by bacteria. Therefore it helps in managing the condition of Ehrlichiosis.
Dosage: One capsule twice a day, after meals with plain water.
2. SANJIVANI VATI
Sanjivani varti is a classical Ayurvedic formulation which is used in a variety of disorders. Sanjivani vati is composed of a number of herbs which includes vidanga (Embelia ribes), amalaki (Embelica officinale), guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), vacha (Acorus calamus), shudha bhallaytaka (Semecarpus anacardium), shudha (Aconitum ferox), haritaki (Terminalia chebula), pippali (Piper longum) and shunthi (Zingiber officinale). Sanjivani Vati is used in reducing fever that occurs due to Ehrlichiosis. It possesses a number of properties such as antiinflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial. With all these properties Sanjivani vati is very useful in the conditions created by Ehrlichiosis.
Dosage: Two tablets twice a day with lukewarm water after meals.
3. DASHMOOLA CAPSULES
Dashmoola Capsules contain the roots of ten medicinal plants. The plants and trees include bilva (Aegle marmelos), patla (Stereospermum suaveolens), shyonak (Oroxylum indicum), agnimantha (Clerodendrum phlomidis), gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), prishniparni (Uraria picta), brihati (Solanum indicum), shalparni (Desmodium gangeticum), kantakari (Solanum surattense), gambhari (Gmelina arborea). Dasmoola is known to perform a number of functions such as anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antipyretic and other various activities.
Dosage: One Capsule twice a day, with plain water after meals.
4. GILOY CAPSULES
Giloy Capsules are filled with the properties of giloy (Tinospora cordifolia). Giloy is known as 'sarvajwarahar' which means it alleviates fever of any origin. Guloy pacifies all three dosha which helps in return for the health and wellness of the human body. Giloy fights the toxins released by the bacteria thus, it manages the condition of Ehrlichiosis. It helps in boosting immunity as well.
Dosage: One Capsule twice a day, with plain water after meals.
CONCLUSION
As we discussed Ehrlichiosis, we came to know that Ehrlichiosis is an infectious condition caused by bacteria. The condition manifests with a number of symptoms which are mild but can progress to severe and may also result as fatal. Therefore the management is mandatory as soon as the condition is diagnosed. We have discussed that there are antibiotics available in the modern system of medicines but can induce some other health conditions as a result of side effects. Whereas in the traditional system of Indian medicine that is Ayurveda the condition is managed from its root cause using the herbs. And the herbs possess no side effects. Furthermore, the herbs boost immunity and also cleanses blood from the toxins. Therefore, choosing Ayurveda is essential in managing the condition of Ehrlichiosis.
