Toxic Megacolon: A Complication Of IBD

The large intestine is the lowest part of the digestive tract which consists of appendix, colon, and rectum where re-absorption of water occurs from the food and processing of waste products along with its elimination in the form of stool through the anus.

There can be various reasons for the malfunctioning of the large intestine. One of them is toxic dilatation of the colon or toxic mega colon. Abnormal dilatation of the mega colon is the anomaly for which these terms are used. It is a very serious medical condition which needs to be corrected as soon as possible otherwise results in severe signs and symptoms. Although it is a rare condition in which within a small span of time, widening of the large colon or intestines occur and can prove to be fatal. It is usually presented as a complication of the IBD, i.e. Crohn's disease or Ulcerative colitis.

WHAT CAN BE THE CAUSES OF TOXIC MEGACOLON?

Inflammatory bowel disease is the main cause of toxic mega colon. IBD comprises of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. In both of them, there is irritation and swelling of the intestines, both large and small. Both of them are very painful and distressing conditions which may cause severe and permanent damage to the colon. Intestines become dilated, expanded and distended in IBD that results in the inability of those to remove stool and gas present in them. The gradually huge amount of gas and waste products build up in the colon ultimately leading to rupture of the colon. This rupturing of intestines is a life-threatening condition as due to the rupturing of the colon the normal bacteria present in them may spread to the whole body causing infection and death.

In some cases, it can also occur due to infection from Clostridium difficile.

WHAT CAN BE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF TOXIC MEGACOLON?

As it can occur within a short span of time, symptoms also appear suddenly, which include:

• Pain in the abdomen
• Distention of the abdomen
• Bloating
• Fever
• Tachycardia i.e. increased heart rate
• Shock
• Diarrhea which may contain blood
• Painful bowel movements

HOW CAN TOXIC MEGACOLON BE DIAGNOSED?

It can be diagnosed through physical examination and some lab tests. Patient case history can reveal any of the inflammatory bowel diseases. During the physical examination, abdominal tenderness can be detected. Some of the lab tests can confirm the diagnosis:

• Abdominal X-ray
• Abdominal CT scan
• Blood tests like complete blood count and blood electrolytes

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR TOXIC MEGACOLON

Meaning- Digestive fire is the main of all the fires in the body. All other fires or Agni depend upon the Jatharagni as it illuminates all others. They all get strength from Digestive fire and their strength depend upon it. Hence, food consumption should be according to the nature of this digestive fire. The strong state of digestive fire provides strength, longevity, health, excitement, and intelligence to the body.

Reference- Charak Samhita, Part 2, Chikitsa sthanam, chapter no. 15, Shloka no. 39 and 40

Ayurveda has proved to be very effective in treating inflammatory bowel diseases, Crohn's disease, and Ulcerative colitis. On the other hand, in modern medicine, these diseases are considered to be non-curable but Ayurveda treats them effectively that too only with herbal medicines. According to Ayurveda, these diseases occur due to increased Pitta dosha in the body and low digestive fire resulting in inflammation and ulceration of the colon. Toxic megacolon occurs when this disease is not treated timely or maltreated. Ayurveda can help in treating this disease as well as its complications.
Dr.Vikram Chauhan (MD-Ayurveda) from Planet Ayurveda has expertise in treating Ulcerative colitis and patients from worldwide consult him for their treatments. Many of them have been treated successfully. For toxic megacolon also Planet Ayurveda offers some herbal remedies which are prepared from pure extracts of herbs of the best quality. The herbs which have been used since ancient times and have specific pathogenesis in this disease are taken to prepare these herbal medicines. No artificial preservatives, chemicals, dye, additive or fillers are added in these medicines. These remedies are purely vegetarian and not tested on animals.

As it is the complication of the IBD and Ayurveda treats the diseases from its root cause hence, in this case, to treat toxic megacolon IBD, i.e. Ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease must be treated so that if root cause will be eradicated, the complications will go on its own. Early intervention and proper herbal treatment is the key to prevent Toxic megacolon, a life-threatening condition.

Ulcerative Colitis Care Pack

1. Kutzghan Vati

As in toxic megacolon there is severe diarrhea which can even contain blood so the best remedy for controlling it is kutazghan vati. It is an herbal tablet prepared from Holarrhena antidysentrica (Kutaja) that is very effective in controlling diarrhoea and dysentery. Kutazghan vati also relieves pain in abdomen and tenderness.

Dosage- Take 2 tablets twice daily after meals with plain water.

2. Pitta Balance

Pitta dosha is aggravated severely in this condition which results in accumulation of gases and feces in the colon. Hence to treat this vitiated Pitta, Pitta balance is the remedy of choice. As the name implies it balances the Pitta dosha in the body and relieves all the complaints caused due to it. Pitta balance capsules relieve gas and heat in the body. Coral calcium (Praval pishti), Agate calcium (Akik pishti), Pearl calcium (Mukta pishti), Tinospora cordifolia (giloy) etc. All these are cooling in nature and Pitta balancing compounds.

Dosage- Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals.

3. Vatsakadi Churna

This herbal churna is the combination of the Kutaja (Holarrhena antidysentrica), Bilva (Aegle marmelos), Fennel seeds (Foeniculum vulgare), and coriander (Coriandrum sativum). All these herbs act to treat IBD and its complications. Vatsakadi churna is full of medicinal properties like carminative, digestive, healing, astringent, anti-dyspeptic, and antihelmenthic. It treats digestive problems and relieves inflammation.

Dosage- Take 1 teaspoon twice daily after meals with plain water.

4. Arjuna Capsules

It is the natural healer and used to treat many health ailments since ages. Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna) has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant properties. It helps to heal the ulcers in IBD and prevents its complications. In the case of toxic megacolon, Arjuna capsules help to treat the inflammation and relieves distention, and abnormal expansion of the intestines.

Dosage- Take 2 capsules twice daily after meals with plain water.

Ulcerative Colitis, IBS & Crohn's disease - What is the difference, Symptoms & Ayurvedic treatment

Inflammatory bowel disease is a chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. There are two types of IBD, i.e. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Both types are differentiated by their location and types of lesions.

ULCERATIVE COLITIS

Ulcerative colitis is the long-lasting inflammation of the large intestines resulting in ulcers. In this disease there is an inflammation in the innermost lining of the colon, rectum and ulcers are continuous there is no healthy area in between. In this condition, symptoms develop gradually over time.

Its Signs and Symptoms are:

• Loose stools with pus or blood
• Mucous in stool
• Pain and cramps in abdomen
• Bleeding from rectum
• Urgency to pass stool
• Weight loss
• Fever
• Fatigue and weakness
• Retarded growth in children

CROHN'S DISEASE

Crohn's disease is a form of IBD in which inflammation and ulcers occur anywhere across the digestive tract, from mouth to anus. In this inflammation is not continuous, there are some healthy areas between the inflamed patches and ulcers and gives the appearance of cobblestone.

Its Signs and Symptoms are:

• Diarrhea
• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Fever
• Pain and cramps in abdomen
• Blood in stool
• Sores in mouth
• Decreased appetite
• Weight loss
• Anal fissure or fistula causing pain

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS AND CROHN'S DISEASE

Ayurveda can help in IBD, i.e. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease naturally. There are specific herbal remedies by Planet Ayurveda which are prepared from natural sources under strict Ayurvedic principles to treat Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. All of these remedies consist of herbs which have specific therapeutic action on the cause and pathology of the disease.

Ulcerative Colitis Care Pack

1. Pitta Balance

As according to Ayurveda IBD is caused due to vitiation and aggravation of the Pitta dosha in the body resulting in chronic inflammation and ulcer formation in the gut. Hence to balance the Pitta dosha, Pitta balance capsules are prepared which consist of natural, cooling and healing substances like Coral, Agate, Jawar pishti, kamdhudha ras, Giloy, and Pearl. These all are naturally cooling and healing substances which cool down the internal heating, soothes the inflammation and heals the ulcers.

Dosage- Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water.

2. Vatsakadi Churna

This is an Ayurvedic formulation of various herbs like Holarrhena antidysentrica, Aegle marmelos, Foeniculum vulgare, and Coriandrum sativum. It improves the functioning of the digestive system and helps to heal ulcers and inflammation. Herbs used in this herbal churna are digestive, carminative, astringent, anti-dyspeptic, anthelmintic and liver stimulant.

Dosage- Take 1 teaspoon twice daily after meals with plain water.

3. Arjuna Capsules

Standardized extract of Arjuna bark is used to prepare these herbal capsules which is full of medicinal properties and help to treat IBD. It especially helps in controlling and checking the bleeding from the ulcers and fissures. Arjuna capsules have natural healing properties that heal the ulcers in Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and astringent properties.

Dosage- Take 2 capsules twice daily after meals with plain water.

4. Kutajghan Vati

Kutaja (Holarrhena antidysenterica) is the herb of which standardized extract is used to prepare herbal tablets called Kutazghan vati. It helps to control diarrhea and maintains the proper functioning of the digestive tract. Kutazghan Vati also helps to eliminate the ama from the body and checks inflammation, bleeding and abdominal pain.

Dosage- Take 2 tablets twice daily after meals with plain water.

IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME (IBS)

It is one of the most common bowel problems that affects the population worldwide. In IBS there is the over-reactive and hypersensitive reaction of the intestines to mild stimulation. There are no pathological findings or structural changes to be found in any of the laboratory tests. Only the ruling out of other similar conditions can prove to be suggestive of IBS. It can be of three types, IBS with constipation, diarrhea or mixed (alternating both).

It's Signs and Symptoms are:

• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Diarrhea alternating with constipation
• Episodes of abdominal pain
• Bloating or too much gas
• Stools are harder or looser than normal
• Mucus in stool

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR IBS

Ayurveda helps to treat Irritable bowel syndrome naturally. There is a combination of herbal remedies which treats the causes, signs, and symptoms of the disease in a very natural way. These herbal remedies are prepared from pure and authentic herbs which specifically target on the pathology of the IBS and hence treats it naturally.

IBS Care Pack

1. Digestion Support

Standardized extracts of various amazing herbs are used to prepare these capsules. These herbs are Emblica officinalis, Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellerica, Foeniculum vulgare, Coriandrum sativum, Piper longum, and Cyminum cuminum. All these herbs help to maintain the normal digestion naturally due to the presence of therapeutic properties like stomachic, antiemetic, carminative and anti-inflammatory.

Dosage- Take 2 capsules twice daily after meals with plain water.

2. Kutajghan Vati

These herbal tablets are prepared from pure extract of Kutaja (Holarrhena antidysenterica). It prevents and treats diarrhea and maintains normal digestion. It also helps to pacify Vata, Pitta and Kapha Dosha. Kutazghan vati reduces the inflammation and helps in restoring the normal digestion

Dosage- Take 2 tablets twice daily after meals with plain water.

3. Pitta Balance

Vitiation of Pitta dosha is the main reason for the development of any type of digestive disease. Hence to treat IBS it is necessary to pacify the Pitta dosha so that the cause is treated. Pitta balance capsules are prepared from Coral calcium, Agate calcium, Jawar Mohra psishti, Kamdudha ras, Giloy stava, and Mukta pishti. These all are naturally cooling compounds which pacify the pitta and relieve the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

Dosage- Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water.

4. Sanjivani Vati

It is a digestive stimulant, anti-inflammatory and carminative herbal tablet which helps to treat IBS naturally. Herbs used in these tablets are potentially digestive and cooling like Embelia ribes, Piper longum, Zingiber officinale, Emblica officinale, Acorus calamus etc. It contains all the medicinal properties that are required to treat the signs and symptoms of this disease.

Dosage- Take 2 tablets twice daily after meals with plain water.

Treatment Of Vocal Cord Cancer Through Ayurveda

Cancer is becoming a common disease nowadays. This is all due to our lifestyle changes, pollution, lack of knowledge, eating a lot of junked food, etc. In Ayurveda, it is termed as "Arbuda" but in ancient times, it is a rare disease as compared with the present time. Now it is considered as an epidemic. But in Ayurveda, we have numerous herbs and bhasmas that give good results in all types of cancers. So today we will discuss vocal cord cancer in detail with its proper treatment in Ayurveda.

In this shloka according to Acharya Shushruta "Shopha roga" is considered as "Arbuda" (cancer or tumor). The cancer develops from an imbalance of vata, pitta, kapha doshas and excessive growth of mamsa and meda dhatus.

This is shloka of "Acharya Charaka" sutra sathana chapter 18. According to this shloka "Shotha" developed at different sites from various diseases like adhimansa, Arbuda, etc.

WHAT IS VOCAL CORD?

Vocal cord is one of the two small bands of muscles within the larynx. When these muscles vibrate, they produce voice in the throat.

WHAT IS VOCAL CORD CANCER?

The cancer of the vocal cord is also known as Larynx cancer. It is a rare cancer where malignant cells grow in the voice box or larynx. The larynx is composed of three parts:

1. The Glottis: It is the middle part of the larynx that contains the vocal cords.
2. The Supraglottis: The tissue above the glottis.
3. The Subglottis: These are the tissues below the glottis that connects to the trachea that takes air in the lungs.

Cancer can develop in any part of the larynx, but usually begins in vocal cord. In vocal cord cancer flat, scale-like squamous cells are develop in the inner walls of the larynx. This cancer may often reach the lymph nodes in the neck. These cancerous cells spread to the back of the tongue, some sections of the throat, neck, lungs, and other parts of the body.

NOW WE ARE DISCUSSING THE STAGES OF VOCAL CORD CANCER

Stage 0

When abnormal cells are found in the lining of the larynx, this is known as stage 0. These may become cancer and spread into normal tissues, then it is called as stage 0 carcinoma in situ.

Stage I

It depends on where the cancer began in the larynx:-

1. Supraglottis: It is cancerous in Supraglottis and in this vocal cord can move normally.
2. Glottis: Cancer cells are produced in one or both vocal cords, but the vocal cords can move normally.
3. Subglottis: Cancer is produced in the Subglottis only.

Stage II

It depends on where cancer cells began to develop in the larynx:

1. Supraglottis: Cancer cells develop in the Supraglottis or surrounding tissues.
2. Glottis: Cancer cells develop in the Supraglottis, Subglottis or the vocal cords are not able to move properly.
3. Subglottis: Cancer cells spread to the one or both vocal cords that may not move normally.

Stage III

In this condition, cancer is in the larynx only and vocal cords are not able to move as it spreads to both vocal cords. These cancer cells have spread to one lymph node on the same side of neck measuring at 3 cm or smaller.

Stage IV

It is further divided into stage IV A, stage IV B, and Stage IV C.

1. In IV A Stage: Cancer cells spread through thyroid cartilage that has spread to tissues beyond larynx, neck, trachea, thyroid or esophagus.  The size of the tumor is 3 cm or smaller.
2. In IV B Stage: This cancer spreads to the spinal column, carotid artery, parts of the chest as measures larger than 6 cm.
3. In IV C Stage: In this stage, the cancer spreads to other body parts like bones, liver or lungs.

These all are the stages of vocal cord cancer.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS IN VOCAL CORD CANCER PATIENTS

1. Change or loss of voice
2. Excessive coughing with blood
3. Breathing difficulties
4. Swallowing difficulties
5. Neck pain
6. Earache
7. Swelling in the neck
8. Sore throat
9. Lumps in the neck
10. Weight loss

CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS OF VOCAL CORD CANCER

The mutations that damage the cells in your vocal cord are mentioned in detail given below:

1. Having poor nutrition
2. Consumption of excess alcohol
3. Weak immune system
4. Exposure to toxins such as asbestos
5. Smoking
6. Exposure to human papilloma virus.
7. Tobacco
8. Fanconi anemia may be a reason for this cancer
9. Excessive consumption of processed food.
10. Less consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables

DIAGNOSIS OF VOCAL CORD CANCER

It can be through physical examination like if you are having swollen lymph nodes including your mouth, cheeks, gums, tongue, throat, lips etc. You can go for biopsy including CT scan, MRI, PET scan, X Ray, bone scan etc.

TREATMENT OF VOCAL CORD CANCER IN AYURVEDA

As per Ayurvedic point of view, various types of cancer are known as “Arbuda”. In Ayurveda Larynx (vocal cord) is known as “Swaryantra: When there is excessive growth of cells in Swaryantra it is known as “Swaryantra Arbuda”. The involvement of all three doshas kapha, vata, and pitta is there for Arbuda formation. But basically, imbalance of vata dosha can lead to vocal cord cancer. It causes hoarseness of voice.

So for proper Ayurvedic treatment of vocal cord cancer, Planet Ayurveda contains an herbal pack known as “Crab Care Pack”. This pack comprises of six herbal products mentioned below in detail:

Crab Care Pack

1. Ashwagandha Capsules

These capsules are prepared from a standardized extract of herb Withania somnifera. The capsules build proper immunity against the cancer cells and stop their growth. Ashwagandha capsules maintain all signs and symptoms associated with vocal cord cancer.

Dosage: Two capsules twice daily with plain water.

2. Curcumin Capsules

These capsules contain pure extract of Curcumin that reduces inflammation, pain, and swelling condition in a vocal cord cancer patient.

Dosage: Two capsules twice daily with plain water.

3. Kanchnaar Guggul

These classical herbal tablets contain many ingredients that reduce and stop the growth of malignant and benign cancer cells. Hence is beneficial for vocal cord cancer patients.

Dosage: Two tablets thrice daily with plain water.

4. Tulsi Capsules

These capsules are prepared from herb Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum). The capsules reduce cough with blood in vocal cord cancer patients. Tulsi herb possesses anti-allergic, analgesic, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, anti-viral etc properties.

Dosage: Two capsules twice daily with plain water.

5. Guggul Capsules

Standardized extract of Commiphora mukul is used for capsule preparation. These capsules stop cancer cell production, reduces swollen lymph nodes, pain, and inflammatory condition in vocal cord cancer patients.

Dosage: Two capsules twice daily with plain water.

6. Chanderprabha Vati

These classical herbal tablets are used since ancient times for various disorders. The tablets are prepared from numerous ingredients that relieve signs and symptoms associated with vocal cord cancer.

Dosage: Two tablets thrice daily with plain water.

Along with these medicines, you can also go for some panchkarma therapies like medicated Dhumrapana, Kaval, Nasya, Shiravedha, Basti, Virechan etc. These all should be done under the proper guidance of Ayurvedic doctor.

SOME IMPORTANT TIPS FOR VOCAL CORD CANCER PATIENTS

1. Always drink warm water and avoid cold water.
2. Consume green vegetables and fresh fruits.
3. Do deep breathing exercises, yoga, and meditation daily.
4. Stay positive always.
5. Avoid alcohol, smoking, tobacco, and eating processed or junk food items.

How Can Ayurveda Help To Treat CIDP? - Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy

Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) is a neurological disorder that leads to damaged sensory functions in the arms and legs. It also causes progressive weakness. In CIDP the immune system of the body attacks myelin sheath and starts destroying it. Myelin sheath is an insulating sheath which covers nerves and allows electrical impulses to pass quickly along the nerve cells. When this myelin covering is removed or damaged it results in slowing or loss of the electrical impulses. So the messages given from the brain do not reach the organ.

WHAT IS THE CAUSE OF CIDP?

It is considered to be an autoimmune disease in which there is inflammation of the nerves due to the attack of the body's immune system. Due to this prolonged inflammation there occurs swelling on the nerve which destroys its covering.

WHAT ARE THE SIGN AND SYMPTOMS OF CIDP?

Sign and symptoms are not the same for everyone suffering from CIDP. Some common symptoms are-

1. Fatigue and weakness
2. Numbness and pain in some areas
3. Slowed or absent tendon reflexes
4. Weakness of the arms and legs
5. A sensation of pricking pins and needles

IS CIPD AND GUILLAIN-BARRE SYNDROME SAME?

No, they both are not same disease condition but are very closely related. The similarity is that they both are the nerve disease and cause weakness and numbness. Guillain-Barre syndrome is an acute inflammatory disease which affects peripheral nerves. CIDP is a chronic form of Guillain-Barre syndrome.

HOW CIDP IS DIAGNOSED?

No particular test is there yet to diagnose a CIDP. There are particular criteria which help in diagnosing CIDP:

• Progressive fatigue and weakness for at least two months.
• Sensory symptoms.
• Same sensory symptoms are present on both the arms and legs.
• Both the muscles close one and the far one to the trunk are involved.
• Less or no reflexes on the tapping of the knee, crooks of the rams, the elbows, wrist, and ankles.
• Nerve biopsy revealing degeneration of myelin sheath.

WHAT IS THE AYURVEDIC CONCEPT OF CIDP?

CIDP is an autoimmune disease and according to Ayurveda, all the auto-immune diseases are caused due to ama, i.e non-digested food. Ama becomes attached to the myelin sheath of nerves and body's immune system tries to remove it. So this leads to the destruction of myelin sheath due to the attack of the immune system in order to separate ama. Pitta and Kapha dosha works behind it. Pitta being the regulator of the body's heat attack nerve covering which is controlled by Kapha.

HOW CAN AYURVEDA HELP TO TREAT CIDP?

Ayurveda is an ancient system of medicine which treats diseases by herbal medicines. These herbal medicines are made from pure and natural extract of various herbs. This is a natural and safe method of treatment. CIDP is a rare disease which is manageable if treatment is started timely. So, early intervention is necessary. Along with Ayurvedic medicines, there are some lifestyle differences which will help you to recover faster.

1. Avoid coffee and take green tea.
2. Do not take carbonated drinks.
3. Do not smoke. If you are a regular smoker then quit smoking gradually as its sudden stoppage can cause withdrawal symptoms.
4. Do not drink alcohol.
5. Develop regularity in life, like in eating, sleeping, and exercise.

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA TO TREAT CIDP

Planet Ayurveda offers CIDP Care Pack to treat chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy.

PRODUCTS LIST

Sr. No.	Products	Quantity
1.	Ashwagandha Capsules	2 Bottles (60 Capsules Each)
2.	Hakam Churna	22 Jars (100gm Each)
3.	Guggul Capsules	2 Bottles (120 Capsules)
4.	Boswellia Curcumin	2 Bottles (60 Capsules Each)
5.	Brahmi Ghrit	3 Bottles (100gm Each)
6.	Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras	1 Bottle (30 Tablets)

CIDP Care Pack

PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION

1. Ashwagandha Capsules

These are single herb capsules prepared from the best and authentic herb. It effectively treats and manages signs and symptoms of CIDP. Ashwagandha acts as a nerve tonic which improves nerve sensations and coordinator functions of the arms and legs. These capsules enhance mental and physical stamina. It relieves weakness, stress, fatigue and increases the body's endurance. Muscle strength is restored by consumption of these capsules. It improves overall health.

DOSAGE- Take two capsules two times a day after meals.

2. Boswellia-curcumin Capsules

These capsules are prepared from an herbal combination of Boswellia (shallaki) and Curcumin (turmeric) herbs. Inflammation and symptoms like pain and numbness is relieved by these capsules. It improves the immunity of the body and gives body strength to fight against various diseases. Shallaki herb used in it is an immune strengthening and anti-inflammatory which relieves many symptoms of the disease. It is an antioxidant which eliminates toxins and free radicals from the body.

DOSAGE- Take two capsules two times a day after meals.

3. Hakam Churna

It is an herbal combination of various herbs:

1. Chandershoor (Lepidium sativum)
2. Kalonji (Nigella sativaa)
3. Methi (Trigonella foenum graecum)
4. Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi)

Energy and vitality are recovered from the proper consumption of this churna. CIDP associated pain in arms and leg is relieved by Hakam churna. This herbal churna has the ability to tone up the nervous system. Hakam churna relieves digestive and urinary problems. As it improves digestive complaints which reduces ama and hence prevent demyelination of nerves.

DOSAGE- Take 1 teaspoonful two times a day after meals.

4. Guggul Capsules

Guggul capsules increases immunity and stimulates thyroid gland activity. The signs and symptoms of CIDP are maintained by these capsules. It is a potent cell revitalizer which helps in cells rejuvenation. It has antioxidant properties and helps to treat arthritis. Anti-inflammatory properties of these capsules relieve pain in affected parts of the body.

DOSAGE- Take two capsules two times a day after meals.

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF TAKING CIDP CARE PACK FROM PLANET AYURVEDA?

Planet Ayurveda manufactures this product under strict ayurvedic principles. Several reasons which make it superior to other similar products are-

• This powder is 100% natural.
• It is purely a vegetarian product.
• CIDP Care Pack does not contain any chemicals, preservatives, starch, additives, colors, yeast, binders or fillers.
• Its testing is not done on animals.
• This product is available at Planet Ayurveda at a reasonable price with the best quality.
• Only pure Ayurvedic herbs of the best quality are used.
• Standardized extracts are used in the preparation of capsules.

How To Treat Juvenile Diabetes Naturally?

Type 1 diabetes is another name of juvenile diabetes. It is characterized by a chronic condition where production of insulin is insufficient or completely nil. Insulin is a hormone produced by beta cells of the pancreas which is required to transport glucose/sugar to cells for energy production. The exact cause of Juvenile diabetes is not known but a genetic factor and some viruses are suspected to play a role. This disease usually affects children and adolescents as its name point towards but it can also develop at any age.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF JUVENILE DIABETES?

• Increased thirst
• Increased frequency of urination
• Bed-wetting
• Weight loss due to an unknown cause
• Mood swings and irritability
• Weakness and fatigue
• Vision problems

HOW CAN JUVENILE DIABETES BE TREATED?

In modern medicine, there is only management by giving insulin and symptomatic treatment for any complication. There is no cure for it yet in conventional medicine.

WHAT IS THE AYURVEDIC CONCEPT OF JUVENILE DIABETES?

In Ayurvedic literature, diabetes is called madhumeha. It is a Sanskrit term which literally means "sweet urine" disease. When blood sugar level rises above a specific value, sugar starts coming in urine and can be detected. According to Ayurveda Juvenile diabetes is caused due to the imbalance of Vata Dosha.

WHAT ARE THE NATURAL WAYS TO TREAT JUVENILE DIABETES?

1. Bitter Gourd

Bitter gourd is rich in plant insulin-polypeptide-P which have the ability to reduce the blood sugar level. It also contains character and momordicin, an essential compound which helps in reducing hyperglycemia. Bitter gourd controls glucose metabolism all over the body. It is effective in both types of diabetes.

How To Use-

• Juice of bitter gourd should be taken early morning on empty stomach daily.
• Cooked vegetable once in a week.

2. Fenugreek

This herb is easily found in every kitchen which has many health benefits. In a juvenile diabetic patient, it helps to stimulate and increase secretion of insulin. Fenugreek also lowers blood sugar level and improves glucose tolerance as it is high in fiber content.

How To Use-

• Soak seeds of fenugreek herb for overnight in water and drink this water with seeds on empty stomach every morning.
• Take its powdered seeds with water or milk daily.

3. Cinnamon

It stimulates the activity of the insulin and reduces blood sugar level. Bioactive components of cinnamon, i.e. cinnamaldehyde, cinnamic acid, cinnamate, and other essential oils helps to control hyperglycemia in juvenile diabetes.

How To Use-

• Make a mixture of one teaspoon of cinnamon and one cup of warm water. Drink it daily.
• It can be taken as cinnamon smoothies, tea or baked desserts.

4. Mango Leaves

Fresh and tender leaves of mango helps to treat juvenile diabetes. It contains chemical compounds tannins, i.e. anthocyanidins which lowers the blood sugar level. Mango leaves also help to treat complications of diabetes.

How To Use-

• Dry mango leaves and grinds it to powder form. Take this powder daily twice a day with water.
• Leaves can be boiled and leave it for cooling overnight. Drink this water early morning daily on empty stomach.

5. Indian Gooseberry

It is rich in vitamin C which is an antioxidant. Amla fights with diabetes and increases the immunity of the person. The function of the pancreas is improved and stimulated which initiates insulin production. All over it helps to reduce blood sugar level. Amla decreases insulin resistance.

How To Use-

• Take Indian gooseberry and remove its seeds. Grind it to paste and squeeze out the juice from this paste by using a cloth. Add a tablespoon of juice in a cup of water and have this solution daily empty stomach. 
• Make a solution of one tablespoon of Indian gooseberry juice with bitter gourd juice. Have it daily.
• Raw Indian gooseberry can also be taken.

6. Aloe Vera

Gel of aloe vera helps in lowering blood glucose level. It contains phytosterols that are anti-hyperglycemic. Side effects of diabetes like body fat and swelling can effectively be treated with aloe vera. It also lowers the fasting blood glucose level.

How To Use-

• Aloe vera juice is extracted and taken the daily early morning for best results.
• Aloe vera gel can also be taken.

7. Basil Leaves

Basil leaves is very rich in antioxidants and essential oils which increases sensitivity and production of insulin. Beta cells of pancreas function better by regular intake of basil leaves. It is due to the compounds like eugenol, caryophyllene and methyl eugenol. Its leaves consist of antioxidants which fight the oxidative stress and boost insulin production.

How To Use-

• Eat two three leaves daily early morning.
• Drink one tablespoon of basil leaves juice early morning on empty stomach.

8. Neem

It is very effective in treating symptoms of juvenile diabetes. It increases insulin receptor sensitivity in beta cells and the production of insulin from beta cells of the pancreas. Neem decreases dependency on anti-diabetic drugs.

How to Use-

• Take 2-3 leaves of neem daily early morning on empty stomach.
• Take leaves of neem boil it in one glass of water and leave it to cool. Drink this water once a day.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF JUVENILE DIABETES BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda offers Diabetes Care Pack for treatment of Juvenile diabetes.

Diabetes Care Pack

S. No.	Products	Quantity
1.	Dia-Beta Plus Capsules	2 Bottles (120 Capsules)
2.	Karela Capsules	2 Bottles (120 Capsules)
3.	Madhumehantak Churna	2 Jars (200 Gms Each)
4.	Fenugreek Capsules	2 Bottles (120 Capsules)
5.	Diaplan Tea	1 Pack (30 Tea Bags)

1. Dia-Beta Plus

These capsules are a combination of various herbs, listed below:

1. Gurmaar (Gymnema Sylvestre)
2. Karela (Momordica charantia)
3. Vizyasaar (Pterocarpus marsupium)
4. Saptrangi (Salacia oblonga)

Its Benefits Are-

• It inhibits the entrance of glucose in the intestines.
• These capsules control the blood sugar level.
• These capsules are completely made from the natural herb which treats diabetes in a very natural way.
• Dia-Beta plus capsules prevent blood disorders.
• Polypeptide present in these capsules imitates insulin and fight diabetes.

DOSAGE - 2 capsules twice daily before meals with warm water.

2. Karela Capsules

It is made up of bitter gourd which is rich in iron, fiber, phosphorus and minerals with very low fat and calorie content. It is very effective in treating sign and symptoms of diabetes and regulate blood sugar levels. Bittergourd or karela consist of a polypeptide which imitates insulin. These capsules treat effectively visual disorders like myopia and hypermetropia. Purify blood and prevent blood-related disorders.

DOSAGE - 2 capsules, twice daily after meals with warm water.

3. Madhumehantak Churna

This remedy helps to treat diabetes and its associated complications. It is a blend of herbs:

1. Methi (Trigonella foenum graecum)
2. Jamun (Syzigium cumini)
3. Karela (Momordica charanatia)
4. Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum)
5. Gurmaar (Gymnema sylvestrae)

Its Benefits Are-

• This churna have anti-diabetic properties which help to lower the blood glucose level.
• It also treats the complications due to diabetes like diabetic neuropathy.
• Balances abnormal lipid profile and protect the liver and kidneys from the damage caused due to diabetes.

DOSAGE - 1 teaspoonful twice daily with warm water, before meals.

4. Fenugreek Capsules

These capsules have many health benefits. Fenugreek capsules stimulate appetite and lower the blood sugar level. It has anti-inflammatory actions helps to treat associated complications of diabetes. It has other benefits also like increase libido, Anti-arthritic and treat menopausal symptoms.

DOSAGE - 2 capsules, twice daily after meals with warm water.

5. Diaplan Tea

DOSAGE - 1 Cup of Diaplan Tea, Once Daily.

What’s the treatment for Ulcerative Colitis?

Before coming to the treatment of ulcerative colitis we must know a few important things about ulcerative colitis.

WHAT IS ULCERATIVE COLITIS?

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic condition of large intestines, presented with inflammation, swelling, and ulcers of the large intestine. The large intestine is also known as colon, suffers from chronic inflammation, gradually developing tiny holes or ulcers producing pus or mucus. Ulcerative colitis affects the inner lining of the colon and rectum. Symptoms develop gradually. Ulceration and inflammation leads to abdominal pain, discomfort and damage the colon.

WHAT IS IBD?

IBD is inflammatory bowel disease. It comprises two major conditions, namely:

1. Ulcerative colitis
2. Crohn’s disease

WHAT IS THE CAUSE OF ULCERATIVE COLITIS?

Factors contributing to cause of ulcerative colitis are:

Immune System

Immune system protects our body against infections from virus and bacteria. But when this immune system mistakenly attack the lining of the intestine instead of foreign body and it leads to inflammation of the colon, gradually resulting in ulcers.

Genes

According to research certain abnormal genes are found to be responsible for ulcerative colitis. It is found running in families.

Environment

Regular or much intake of antibiotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, oral contraceptives, and high-fat diet increases the risk of ulcerative colitis.

WHAT WILL BE THE SIGN AND SYMPTOMS?

Sign and symptoms of ulcerative colitis develop gradually. Patient suffering from ulcerative colitis can have mild or severe symptoms depending upon the severity and duration of the disease. Some of the important signs and symptoms are as follows:

• Bowel movements become more frequent and urgency to pass stool increases.
• Abdominal pain and discomfort
• Blood in stool
• Pus or mucus can be present in stool.
• Rectal pain
• Weight loss
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Anemia
• Fatigue
• In young children, it can affect growth.

Sign and symptoms in ulcerative colitis patients occur periodically. There is a time when the patient feels completely fine and there are no symptoms and then again there is remission of complaints. This period of no sign and symptoms can be of days, months or even years. The remission is unpredictable.

WHO ARE AT HIGHER RISK OF DEVELOPING ULCERATIVE COLITIS?

However, people of any age can be affected with this disease but some people are more prone and at greater risk of developing it:

• Age - People aging between 15 to 30.
• Family History - The one having a family history of inflammatory bowel disease.

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF ULCERATIVE COLITIS?

According to the part of colon affected specifies the type of Ulcerative Colitis, ulcerative colitis can be of following types:

• Ulcerative Proctitis - Is a type in which the part of colon near to anus, i.e. rectum is affected. There is rectal bleeding with loose stools and pain. It is the mildest form of ulcerative colitis.
• Proctosigmoiditis - This is the type which is affecting the  rectum and sigmoid colon. Presented with complaints like blood in loose stool, abdominal pain, there is an urge to pass stool but not able to pass due to tenesmus.
• Pancolitis - It affects the whole colon and the symptoms are more severe like bloody diarrhea, severe abdominal pain, weight loss, and fatigue.
• Left-sided Clitis - It affects rectum and left the side of colon involving sigmoid colon and descending colon. The symptoms seen are loose stool with blood, nausea, loss weight, abdominal pain.

HOW IS ULCERATIVE COLITIS DIAGNOSED?

The doctor may perform a few tests first to rule out other diseases which cause similar symptoms like Crohn's disease and coeliac disease. The basic tests to be carried out to diagnose ulcerative colitis are:

1. Physical examination
2. Family history and previous medical history
3. Lab tests
4. Endoscopy

WHAT IS THE TREATMENT FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS?

Conventionally treatment for ulcerative colitis is intended to manage the symptoms. The aim is to initiate the relaxation period, i.e. when there are no signs and symptoms and to maintain it.

WHAT IS ULCERATIVE COLITIS ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA?

Ulcerative colitis is known as pitta Grahani in Ayurveda and according to Ayurveda, it is caused due to the accumulation of toxins and impurities in the body. It is a disease of pitta dosha and a varying amount of Vata dosha involved too. Impurities and toxins (Ama) accumulate from food containing much amount of pitta. When one eats the food which aggravate the pitta slowly makes a coating on the lining of colon. This results that immune system identifies it as a foreign material and attack the colon affecting both rakht dhatu (blood) and mamsa dhatu (muscles).

Ayurvedic treatment involves gradually eliminating Ama and restoring the health of the colon.

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU IN TREATING ULCERATIVE COLITIS AT PLANET AYURVEDA?

We at planet Ayurveda are working for many years to serve suffering humanity with the help of our 100% pure and herbal ayurvedic medicines. Planet Ayurveda offers you the most effective treatment of ulcerative colitis by Ulcerative Colitis Care Pack. The best quality of herbs is used to make these medicines, completely according to Ayurvedic principles. They are 100% natural, free from chemicals, vegetarian and do not have any side effects.

Ulcerative Colitis Care Pack

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Arjuna Capsules

These are made from Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna) bark extract and is one of the best herbs for wound healing. So does it helps to heal the inner lining of the colon, stops bleeding, control diarrhea and prevent inflammation. It also improves hemoglobin resulting in increased overall health. Also helps in relieving fever and removes stone from urinary system. Arjuna promotes secretion of bile juice which lowers the blood pressure and decreases frequency of angina attack. The herb significantly decreases cholesterol level. It inhibits growth of cancer cells. The bark is cardiac stimulant and it has cooling and tonic effects.

DOSAGE: Take 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after a meal.

2. Vatsakadi Churna

It is very effective in ulcerative colitis. It is made from various herbs like Kutaj (Holarrhena antidysenterica), Sounf (Foeniculum vulgare), Bilva (Aegle marmelos), Dhania (Coriandrum sativum), Anar (Punica granatum), Choti elaichi (Elettaria cardamomum), and Jaiphal (Myristica fragrans). The herb helps to heal the ulcer and maintain metabolic reactions. Kutaz present in this churna is used to treat dysentery. Herbal formulation acts wonderfully and have ability to treat any form of diarrhea. It is very effective in IBS also. It improves functioning of intestines. Foeniculum vulgare acts as anti-spasmodic, anti-microbial, pain and fever reducer. Kutaz helps in relieving menstrual disorders. The roots are effective in relieving urinary disorders as it soothes bronchial tubes.

DOSAGE: One teaspoon with plain water twice daily after a meal.

3. Pitta Balance

It is made from natural ayurvedic calcium compounds which help to stop bleeding and has a cooling effect on the body. It also helps to fulfill calcium needs of the body by pure ayurvedic calcium compounds. Pitta balance helps in removing frustration, anger and negative thoughts. Muscular cramps, legs cramp and restless leg syndrome can be treated by pitta balance. Due to its cooling effects it helps in maintaining blood pressure. It relieves acidity, bleeding gums, ulcers and piles. It acts as blood purifier and keep skin healthy and smooth. This remedy improves eyesight and digestion.

DOSAGE: One capsule twice daily with plain water after a meal.

4. Kutajghan Vati

Kutaz (Holarrhena antidysenterica) is made from the bark of the same tree which as its name helps to control diarrhea of any kind. It also reduces the inflammation and heals ulcers by removing Ama from the body and improves digestion. The use of herb result in controlling dysentery and diarrhea is as fast as modern medicine. It works wonderfully in IBS. It relieves ulcerative colitis without any side-effects.

DOSAGE: 2 tablets to be taken twice daily with plain water after a meal.

Herbal Remedies for Myotonic Dystrophy - Signs, Symptoms & Treatment

Myotonic dystrophy which is also called as dystrophia myotonica, is a genetic disorder that affects muscle function. It is the condition with gradual worsening muscle loss and weakness. Contracted muscles became unable to relax well. It is typically inherited from parents in an autosomal dominant fashion. Myotonic dystrophy is the most common muscular dystrophy of adulthood (onset typically in between 20's & 30's but can occur in any age group).

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

Signs and symptoms can occur at any time from childhood to adulthood. General weakness is the typical symptom of myotonic dystrophy that usually begins in the muscles of face, neck, hands and feet. Symptoms are peculiar with slow progression and affects multi organ system level including heart. Other symptoms include;

• Poor vision or cataract (cortical cataract with blue dot appearance or posterior subcapsular cataract)
• Intellectual disability
• Heart conduction problems
• Early balding in men
• Infertility in male patients
• Difficulty in swallowing
• Weight loss
• Neck lifting becomes difficult due to muscle weakness

MANAGEMENT OF MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY

It is a bitter truth that myotonic dystrophy is of no cure as it is having genetic association. Main focus should be on managing the complications of the disease. Main objective of the medical care is to enhance the quality of life of the patient. Muscle strengthening physical activities like aerobic exercises is recommended. Mobility aids and adaptive equipments should be made available for the patients as there is muscle weakness and visual impairment.

MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY AND AYURVEDA

In Ayurveda, myotonic dystrophy is connected with mamsakshaya. Imbalance of vata dosha along with pitta and sapta dhathu accounts for the mamsakshaya. Dhatu agni also plays a vital role in sapta dhatu vitiation including mamsa. In Ayurveda myotonic dystrophy is managed by balancing vata pitta dosha, regulating dhatu agni and increasing muscle strength.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY

Planet Ayurveda put forwards its magical combination of formulations to manage myotonic dystrophy. All these formulation are purely natural devoid of any preservatives, chemicals, binders, artificial flavors etc. These formulations are aimed at improving the quality of life, managing the complications, increasing muscle strength and modulating the immune system.

The herbal remedies for myotonic dystrophy include:

1. Ashwagandha Capsules
2. Gotukola Capsules
3. Musli Strength
4. Yograj Guggul
5. Vrihat Vaatchintamani Ras
6. Dhanwantarm Oil

1. Ashwagandha Capsules

Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) is a potent Adaptogenic i.e. highly effective in managing stress. Ashwagandha is very popular for its capacity to lower the blood pressure and promoting heart health. Improving heart health is of prime importance in managing myotonic dystrophy. Problems relating to cardio pulmonary system account for the death in most of the myotonic dystrophy victim. It helps to prevent the immunosuppressive activity of the body. It also helps in muscle strengthening and muscle building especially in children.

Dosage: 1 to 2 capsules twice daily after meals with lukewarm water.

2. Gotukola Capsules

These capsules are prepared from the standardized herbal extract of centella asiatica. Muscular dystrophy can be considered as both physical and mental illness. Gotu kola plays a very beneficial role in heart diseases. Also these are effective in fatigue. It also helps in increasing the venous sufficiency. It is also very useful in lowering the blood pressure and helps to resolve the symptoms including heart failure, angina, fatigue & syncope etc.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily after meals with lukewarm water.

3. Musli Strength

This is formulated with musli (chlorophytum borivilianum) and gokshura (tribulus terrestris) and is excellent in maintaining healthy life. Musli is a wonder herb and medicinal plant and is used as a tonic. It is very useful in increasing the general immunity of the body. Also it is very beneficial in curing male impotency as it have spermatogenic property. Musli is very useful in general weakness and fatigue. Musli will give a feeling of vigour and well being. Gokshura also helps to improve vigour. It can be used as a food supplement and incredibly helps in body building and training. It is also helpful in cardiovascular disorders maintaining a healthy heart. Gokshura is an effective rasayana, rejuvenating the health.

Dosage: 1 tsp twice daily after food with lukewarm water or milk.

4. Yograj Guggul

It is a classic Ayurveda formulation widely used in muscular disorders. The main ingredients of yograj guggul include;

• Commiphora mukul (guggulu)
• Cyperus rotundus (musthaka)
• Plumbago zeylanica (chitraka)
• Emblica officianalis (amalaki)
• Terminalia bellerica (vibheetaki)
• Terminalia chebula (hareetaki)
• Piper longum (pippali)
• Carum copitum (ajwain)
• Embelia ribes (vidanga)
• Tribulus terrestris (gokshura)
• Cuminum cyminum (jeera)
• Zingiber officinale (shunti)
• Rock salts

It is a Rejuvenative supplement and helps in supportive therapy. The primary action of yograj guggul is muscle relaxation, which is very beneficial in myotonic dystrophy patients. It is an excellent remedy for muscle spasm. Yograj guggul is widely used in vatika diseases. In myotonic dystrophy, yograj guggul is one of the best choices of medicines.

Dosage: 2 tablets twice a day after meals with lukewarm water.

5. Vrihat Vatachintamani Ras

1 pill is chewed with milk. It is mainly used in vata vyadhis. It also has anti aging and rejuvenating property. Vrihat vatchintamani ras contains gold in its pure form. Gold is an excellent health promoter and immune booster. It can enhance the intellectual growth. It helps to pacify both vata and pitta. It helps to increase semen production and is also a body detoxifier.

6. Dhanwantharam Thailam

Massaging the body with warm dhanwantharam thailam is very beneficial. This helps to increase the blood circulation, thereby increasing the muscle strength. It is very useful in vatika condition and neuro muscular problems for external application.

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Evans syndrome, ITP (Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura) & Ayurvedic Treatment

EVANS SYNDROME: OVERVIEW

Evans syndrome is a very rare autoimmune disorder which is marked by abnormally low levels of platelets, red blood cells, and/or white blood cells in the body. The alarmingly low levels of these blood cells are a result of the production of antibodies by the immune system of the affected individual's body. These antibodies mistakenly destroy the red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets.

Individuals affected by Evans syndrome typically experience two main conditions:

1. Thrombocytopenia (Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia Purpura or ITP, for instance) which refers to low levels of platelets;
2. Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) which refers to premature destruction of red blood cells. In addition, they may also experience another condition called Neutropenia, which refers to low levels of certain white blood cells known as neutrophils.

Evans syndrome is generally defined as the association of AIHA together with ITP; with Neutropenia not occurring very often. In the affected individuals, the antibodies produced by the immune system may destroy the body's own red blood cells and platelets either simultaneously (at the same time) or sequentially (with one condition developing before the other).

The common symptoms of low levels of circulating red blood cells (anaemia) include fatigue, pale skin color, light-headedness, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, dark-colored urine, and yellowing of skin (jaundice); while the symptoms of ITP or low levels of platelets commonly include appearance of small reddish/purple spots on the skin, larger purplish discoloration on the skin, purpura (a purple rash), and susceptibility to bruising even after minor injuries.

EVANS SYNDROME: TREATMENT

Timely treatment of Evans syndrome is very important because the condition can eventually lead to life-threatening complications, including sepsis, incidents of severe bleeding, and heart failure or other cardiovascular problems.

For the safe and effective management of Evans syndrome, Planet Ayurveda herbal manufacturing company offers some extremely beneficial herbal products which are prepared from 100% pure and natural herbs, under the guidance of renowned Ayurveda experts. These herbal products include:

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR ITP

ITP Combo Pack For Adults

1. Immune Booster - 2 capsules twice daily
2. Ashwagandha Capsules - 2 capsules twice daily
3. Giloy Capsules - 1 capsules twice daily
4. Gandhak Rasayan - 2 tablets twice daily
5. Green Essentials - 2 capsules twice daily
6. Kumar Kalyan Ras - 1 tablets twice daily
7. Brahmi Chyawanprash - 1 teaspoonful twice daily
8. Suvarna Basant Malti Ras - 1 tablet twice daily

These should be consumed for 1 or 2 months and the results will be visible. The allopathic medicines of the patients can be reduced slowly. The above mentioned combination contains Ayurvedic herbo mineral and metallic preparations as well. All preparations are safe for human consumption and are approved by government of India for their use in various health conditions.

1. Giloy Capsules

For preparing these capsules, standardized extract of the ‘Giloy’ herb (Tinospora cordifolia) are used. The herb is widely known in Ayurveda for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-cancer, antipyretic, and immune-modulator properties.

Giloy capsules can benefit the patients of Evans syndrome because the capsules have the ability to treat chronic fever, help the body fight infections, treat several skin disorders, manage gout and cardiac debility, treat anaemia, and manage jaundice, leprosy and different kinds of cancers.

Dosage: 1 capsule, two times a day.

2. Ashwagandha Capsules

The natural herbal extract of the ‘Ashwagandha’ herb (Withania somniferum) is used for preparing these capsules. The potent herb has immense medicinal value and is widely known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

The use of Ashwagandha capsules is beneficial in improving brain function, supporting nerve functions, managing inflammation, improving heart health, reducing metabolic imbalances, rejuvenating the body, and balancing the body’s Vata and Pitta doshas.

Dosage: 2 capsules, two times daily.

3. Gandhak Rasayan

Gandhak Rasayan is a classical Ayurvedic formulation which is used for the treatment of blood vitiation disorders such as bleeding disorders, abscess, vascular disorders, skin disorders. This tablet is also used for improving immunity, digestion and skin complexion. Due to these properties, Gandhak Rasayan acts as an effective remedy for Evans syndrome.

Dosage: 2 tablets, two times a day.

4. Swarn Vasant Malti Ras

These tablets are excellent herbal-mineral products prepared from some very useful natural ingredients which include: Swaran Bhasma (Gold calcined), Mukta Bhasma (Pearl calcined), Lauh Bhasma (Iron calcined), Shuddh Hingul (Cinnabar - HgS purified), Kharpara Bhasma (Zinc Carbonate calcined), Maricha (Piper Nigrum), Trikatu (Pepper, long pepper and dried ginger), Purified Mercury, and Purified Sulphur.

The use of these tablets can support a healthy immune system, maintain healthy body temperature, improve memory, support healthy functioning of the respiratory system, and balance Vata and Kapha doshas of the body.

Dosage: 1 tablet, two times daily.

5. Bramhi Chyawanprash

Brahmi Chyawanprash is an amazing, jam-like herbal product prepared from a combination of herbs like Brahmi (Bacopa monieri), Amla (Emblica officianalis), and several other herbs. These herbs are known for the ability to improve overall health.

The use of Brahmi Chyawanprash on a regular basis can support a healthy brain, enhance the nervous system, promote mental health, improve memory, maintain the coordination of bodily movements, and rejuvenate the body.

Dosage: 1 tablespoonful, two times a day.

6. Immune Booster

Planet Ayurveda's Immune Booster Capsules contain the standardized extracts of the herbs that regulate the immunity in a natural way. Since evans syndrome is an auto-immune disorder, these capsules are very effective in this condition as they help to boost and maintain the normal functioning of immune system effectively and flushes out toxins from the body.

Ingredients Of Immune Booster Capsules Are:

1. Grape Seed (Vitis vinifera): 200 mg
2. Cow Colostrums (Bovine colostrums): 200 mg
3. Bhumi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri): 50 mg
4. Amalaki (Phyllanthus emblica): 50 mg

Dosage: 2 capsules, two times a day.

7. Kumar Kalyan Ras

Kumar Kalyan Ras is a classical Ayurvedic medicine which is used in the treatment of impaired immunity. It balances Pitta dosha in the body. This tablet is also used in the treatment of complaints such as fever, asthma, jaundice etc. It develops non-specific immunity therefore used in the treatment of Evans syndrome.

Dosage: 1 tablet twice daily.

8. Green Essentials Capsules

These capsules are prepared from a combination of herbs including Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Spirulina (Spirulina platensis), Green tea (Camellia sinensis), grape seed (Vitis vinifera), and wheat grass (Triticulum aestivum).

The regular use of these capsules can boost the immune system, nourish the brain cells, enhance the functioning of the brain, help the body fight against free radicals, and manage skin disorders and other conditions.

Dosage: 2 capsules, two times a day. 

ITP Combo For Children (3 Years To 14 Years)

1. Giloy Capsules - 1 capsule twice daily
2. Ashwagandha Capsules - 1 capsule twice daily
3. Gandhak Rasayan - 1 tablet twice daily
4. Immune Booster - 2 capsules twice daily
5. Green Essentials - 1 capsule twice daily
6. Brahmi Chyawanprash - 1 tablespoonful twice daily
7. Pitta Balance - 1 capsule twice daily
8. Kumar Kalyan Ras - 1 tablet twice daily
9. Suvarna Basant Malti Ras - 1 tablet twice daily

ITP Combo For Infants (Less Than 3 Years)

Since ITP affects many children but there are herbs and herbo mineral preparations which can help the infants and small children very much. Slowly reduce their dosage of steroids as soon as the effect of herbs / herbomineral compound is visible.

1. Giloy Capsules - 1 capsule twice daily
2. Ashwagandha Capsules - 1 capsule twice daily
3. Gandhak Rasayan - 1 tablet once daily
4. Immune Booster - 1 capsule twice daily
5. Kumar Kalyan Ras - 1 tablet once daily
6. Infee Syrup - 2 teaspoonful twice daily
7. Arvindasava Syrup - 2 teaspoonful twice daily
8. Praval Panchamrit - 1 tablet twice daily

Open up the capsules and pour the ingredients in a bowl and mix them with the Syrups. Crush the tablets and mix the powder in the syrup and then feed the child this mixture twice daily.

CONCLUSION

Planet Ayurveda's herbal products for managing Evans syndrome are completely safe to use because they do not contain any chemicals, artificial colors, additives, fillers, binders, yeast, starch or preservatives.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Glanzmann’s Thrombasthenia Disease

GLANZMANN'S THROMBASTHENIA DISEASE: AN OVERVIEW

Glanzmann’s Thrombasthenia -- also called Glanzmann’s disease -- is a rare bleeding disorder linked to an abnormality of small blood cells known as ‘blood platelets.’

The Glanzmann’s Thrombasthenia disorder affects the normal platelet function. The platelets form the body’s first response to cuts and other injuries which causes bleeding. When they function normally, the platelets stick together in a clump to plug an injury and stop bleeding. However, in people suffering from Glanzmann’s Thrombasthenia, the platelets are unable to clot the blood properly after an injury. As such, this condition can pose a serious issue in case of major injuries or surgeries because it can lead to blood loss in large quantities.

Glanzmann’s Thrombasthenia is a congenital hemorrhagic condition, which means that the bleeding disorder -- resulting from defective platelet adhesion and aggregation -- is inherited and is present in the sufferers at birth.

The reason behind the occurrence of Glanzmann’s Thrombasthenia disorder is that the sufferers have a quantitative or qualitative deficiency of a certain protein -- glycoprotein IIb/IIIa (GPIIb/IIIa) -- which is a fibrinogen receptor generally found on the surface of blood platelets. Due to the deficiency of the mentioned protein (the genes of which are carried on chromosome 17 of a person’s DNA), the bleeding time after an injury gets prolonged significantly because the platelets cannot bind properly with one another.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF GLANZMANN'S THROMBASTHENIA

One of the main symptoms of Glanzmann’s Thrombasthenia is severe or continual bleeding even after a small cut or a minor injury. In addition, some of the other indications of this disorder are:

• Excessive in-surgery and post-surgery bleeding
• Bleeding of the gums
• Frequent nose bleeds
• Vulnerability to bruising
• Abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding (Mennorhagia
• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• Petechiae and ecchymoses (bleeding which occurs in the skin).

DIAGNOSIS OF GLANZMANN'S THROMBASTHENIA

To diagnose Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia, doctors mostly evaluate the platelet function by carrying out a few simple blood tests including:

• Complete blood cell count: to find out the number of platelets
• Platelet aggregation test: to check how well the platelets clump together
• Prothrombin time: to ascertain the time taken for the clotting of blood
• Activated partial thromboplastin time: another test to check the blood-clotting time.

GLANZMANN'S THROMBASTHENIA TREATMENT IN AYURVEDA

There is no specific treatment yet for curing the Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia disorder. To patients who suffer from frequent episodes of severe bleeding, doctors may either replace the damaged platelets with normal platelets or suggest blood transfusion or injections of donor blood.

The use of some excellent herbal formulations offered by Planet Ayurveda herbal manufacturing company can also prove to be very beneficial for the patients of Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia disorder. Specifically, five herbal products prepared by Ayurvedic experts at Planet Ayurveda can effectively manage the symptoms of this disorder.

These five products, prepared from 100% pure and natural herbs, are:

1. Cap. Pitta Balance:

Pitta Balance capsules are an excellent combination of a number of potent herbs which can together be very helpful in managing Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia. These capsules have amazing detoxification capabilities and can strengthen the immune system of the body.

The main components of these capsules are Giloy satv (extract of Tinospora cordifolia herb), Praval pishti (coral calcium), Mukta pishti (pearl calcium), Jahar mohra pishti (calcium compound), Kamdudha ras (calcium compound), and Akik pishti (Agate calcium).

Patients of Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia should take 1-2 Pitta Balance capsule with plain water twice a day, after meals.

2. Arjuna Capsules:

These capsules are prepared from the bark extract of the ‘Arjuna’ herb (Terminalia arjuna) which has proven capabilities to maintain healthy blood cells and support healthy circulation of blood. Moreover, Arjuna herb also keeps the heart healthy and maintains healthy metabolism.

Furthermore, Arjuna herb is also widely known for its ability to maintain the balance of the body three physical energies or doshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha), and three physic energies (Satva, Rajas and Tamas).

The recommended dosage of Arjuna capsules for Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia patients is: 1-2 capsules two times a day, with plain water, after meals.

3. Cap. Immune Booster:

Immune Booster capsules are a wonderful immunity-booster herbal formulation, prepared from several beneficial herbs which are capable of eliminating toxins and unwanted materials from the body, improving the metabolic rate of the body, and cleansing the body system completely. Moreover, the herbs used for this product -- which is an amazing dietary supplement -- are also very useful in fighting the formation of free radicals, and preventing the occurrence of infections.

The herbs which comprise the key ingredients of Immune Booster capsules are: Grape seeds (Vitis vinifera), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri), and Cow colostrum (Bovine colostrums).

For Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia patients, the recommended dose of Immunity Booster capsules is: 1-2 capsules, once or twice a day.

4. Cap. Green Essentials:

The components of these capsules are a number of powerful herbs which have proven properties for helping the formation of blood and repairing body tissues. The herbal components of Green Essential capsules can together make the immune system stronger, remove toxins from the blood, fight free radicals, protect against infections, and boost the energy levels of the body.

The herbs from which these capsules are prepared include: Green Tea (Camellia sinensis), Grape Seed (Vitis vinifera), Alfalfa (Medicago sativa), Wheat Grass (Triticulum aestivum), Amla (Emblica Officinalis), Spirulina (Spirulina platensis), and Chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris).

Patients of Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia should take 1-2 Green Essential capsules with plain water, two times a day, after meals.

5. Spirulina Capsules:

For preparing these capsules, pure and natural extract of the 'Spirulina' herb (Spirulina platensis) are used. The main benefit of this herb is that it strengthens the immune system, improves the body's energy levels, and reduces wear and tear in the body.

Moreover, Spirulina herb has proven anti-oxidant properties and is abundant in micronutrients, iron and natural Vitamin B 12. This herb can also significantly improve the blood's haemoglobin, maintain healthy cardiovascular functions, treat allergies, and boost stamina.

Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia patients should take 1-2 Spirulina capsules two times a day with plain or lukewarm water, 30 minutes to one hour after meals.

FINAL WORD

Planet Ayurveda's herbal formulations can effectively manage Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia. However, since the patients suffering from this disorder have variable bleeding tendency which ranges from minimal bruising to potentially fatal haemorrhages, patients should immediately consult a doctor in case of severe bleeding after an injury.

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