Author: Dr. Vikram Chauhan

February 28, 2022

Natural Cure For Oral Submucous Fibrosis

Abstract

Oral submucous fibrosis is a precancerous disease of the oral cavity mostly found in South Asian countries. Oral submucous fibrosis is now worldwide accepted as an Indian disease which has a high morbidity rate of malignant transformation. The rapid increase in the Oral submucous fibrosis is due to the intake of tobacco or areca nut (Supari). These are easily available in India and thus most of the cases are found in Southeast India. Mostly young people are more affected with this disease as the tobacco intake is quite popular among them. In Modern medicine the results of this disease are not quite satisfactory. In Ayurveda, fibrosis can be related to arbuda or granthi and this condition is well manageable with herbal remedies. In this article, we are going to discuss Oral Submucous Fibrosis and its Ayurvedic management by Planet Ayurveda.

oral submucous fibrosis

Introduction

Oral submucous fibrosis is a precancerous stage of oral cancer. In most of the conditions it turns into benign cancer but in some cases it is malignant too. Usually this condition is seen in South east Indians as the chew of areca nut and tobacoo is more common there. In oral submucous fibrosis there are fibroelastic changes and epithelial atrophy that can cause the stiffness of the oral mucosa. The symptoms may include reduced movement of the tongue, leathery texture or blanching of the oral mucosa, and reduction in the opening of the mouth. This condition can be fatal and need proper care at the earliest.

Ayurvedic View of Oral Submucous Fibrosis

Ayurveda is the pioneer and the oldest health wisdom and initially the concept of specialization has been highlighted in it as there is the mention of eight Ayurvedic clinical branches Kaaya Chikitsa (Internal Medicine), Baala Chikitsa (Treatment of Children / Pediatrics), Graha Chikitsa (Demonology / Psychology), Shalakya or Urdhvaanga Chikitsa (Treatment of disease above the clavicle), Shalya Chikitsa (Surgery), Damstra Chikitsa (Toxicology), Jara Chikitsa (Geriatrics, Rejuvenation), Vrsha or Vajikarna Chikitsa (Aphrodisiac therapy).

Shalakya Tantra is one of the clinical branches of Ayurveda that deals with the Urdhvajatrugata roga (diseases of the supraclavicular region). Acharya Sushruta has mentioned 65 Mukhagata rogas and categorized them into 7 subsites – Oshtha, Danta, Dantamulagata, Jihva, Talu, Kantha and Sarvasara. Oral submucous fibrosis can be classified in Sarvasara Rogas in which there is a tridosha vitiation with Kapha and Vata doshas as predominant. Generally the fibrosis is related to arbuda or granthi in which the Mamsa dhatu (muscular tissue) is vitiated by the dushya (vitiated Tridosha). Same condition happens in the oral mucosa in case of Oral submucous fibrosis. The symptoms include mukhpaka (mouth ulcers), dryness of mouth, fibrotic bands, stiffness of the mouth, etc. However, the Ayurvedic formulations and therapies have effective results in this condition.

Causes of Oral Submucous Fibrosis

Oral submucous fibrosis is mainly found in the young Indian males due to the intake of Areca nuts and other certain items like chewing tobacco, paan masala, etc. Areca nuts contain alkaloids like arecoline, and some other chemicals, such as tannin and catechin, that plays a major role in stimulating the production of collagen fibers. Areca nuts have a high copper content, and if you chew areca nuts for 5 to 30 minutes then it can significantly increase the soluble copper levels in the oral fluids that will support the hypothesis and stimulate fibrogenesis. So the main causes of the Oral submucous fibrosis are listed below :

  • Chewing Areca nuts (Supari) or taking regular Paan masala or gutka
  • Intake of Tobacco
  • Deficiency of micronutrients like zinc, iron and other essential vitamins.
  • Smoking
  • Practicing unhealthy or toxic diet patterns

Sign and Symptoms of Oral Submucous Fibrosis

Some signs and symptoms of Oral submucous fibrosis are-

  • Palpable fibrotic bands in the oral mucosa
  • Frequent mouth ulcers
  • Stiffness of the mouth
  • Stiffness of lips
  • Reduced mouth opening
  • Burning sensation in the mouth
  • Pigmentation of the oral cavity
  • Sometimes pain in the ear

Risk Factors for Oral Submucous Fibrosis

The risk factors of Oral submucous fibrosis are –

  • Areca nut chewing
  • Ingestion of chillies
  • Immunologic and genetic processes
  • Nutritional deficiencies

Complications of Oral Submucous Fibrosis

Oral submucous fibrosis can be cured if it is noticed earlier. If it left untreated then there can be some complications like –

  • Oral dysplasia
  • Squamous cell carcinoma or oral cancer (malignant)

Diagnosis

Your doctor can diagnose Oral submucous fibrosis on the basis of physical examination and the history of tobacco or areca nuts intake. However, he may perform some tests to rule out other diseases –

  • Histopathology or oral biopsy
  • MRI head
  • Some other blood tests

Treatment

In Modern Medicine, oral submucous fibrosis is managed at initial stage by discontinuation of the tobacco or other addictive habits, local steroidal infiltration, immunomodulatory drugs, local injectible of hyaluronidase and human placental extract and in advance stage scalpel intervention is done. However, there is no satisfactory and permanent cure of this condition and later it can turn into malignant oral cancer.

In Ayurveda, this condition is well manageable with herbal formulations along with the Nidana parivarjana (avoiding causative factors), diet and some therapies like Gandusha (oil pulling) with irimedadi oil, Kawal (mouth wash) with triphala or haldi. Gandusha shows very effective results in this condition as it strengthens the oral mucosa and also enhances the penetration of the herbal drugs.

Herbal Remedies For Oral Submucous Fibrosis By Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a GMP certified herbal manufacturing company based in India founded in 2002 by Dr. Vikram Chauhan and this company came into existence as a brand name known as Krishna herbal company. The products of the company are 100% herbal, pure, and vegetarian. The products of the Planet Ayurveda are made from the pure extracts of potent ayurvedic herbs. Planet Ayurveda offers the following herbal remedies for the treatment of oral submucous fibrosis –

  1. Curcumin Capsules
  2. Ashwagandha Capsules
  3. Chandraprabha Vati
  4. Kanchnaar Guggul
  5. Gum Care Powder
  6. Irimedadi Oil
  7. Coral Calcium Complex
  8. Arjun Saar  

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Description of the Products

1. Curcumin Capsules

This is a single herbal formulation by Planet Ayurveda prepared from the pure extract of Haridra (Curcuma longa). Curcumin is a most potent herb to treat various tumors and cancers. It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antioxidant, digestive, and anti-cancer properties. It acts as an excellent adjuvant to radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Curcumin capsules purify the blood, remove toxins, reduce swelling, inflammation, and pain, and also stop the spread of cancers of tumors and control them. It shows good results in controlling the fibrogenesis and also protects from the free radical damage. Thus it has very effective results in oral submucous fibrosis.

Dosage: 2 capsules to be taken two times a day with warm water after meals.

2. Ashwagandha Capsules

This is a single herbal formulation by Planet Ayurveda prepared from the pure extract of the amazing herb Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Ashwagandha acts as a good nervine tonic, acts as a natural rejuvenator that provides proper nourishment to the tissues, muscles, and bones. It helps to balance the Vata dosha and has rejuvenating properties. It helps in the proper function of the tissues. It has anticancer properties and also reduces the pain and swelling. Thus due to these properties it shows good results in oral submucous fibrosis.

Dosage: 2 capsules to be taken two times a day with warm water after meals.

3. Chandraprabha Vati

This is a classical herbal formulation by Planet Ayurveda in a tablet form prepared from the blend of pure extracts of herbs like Shilajit (Asphaltum punjabianum), Guggal (Commiphora mukul), karpoor (Cinnamomum camphora), Vacha (Acorus calamus), Mustak (Cyperus rotundus), Vidanga (Embelia ribes), etc. It has aphrodisiac, rejuvenating, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and promotes fat metabolism by increasing the growth hormone. It helps to reduce the inflammation and removes toxins from the body and also strengthens the gums. Thus useful in Oral submucous fibrosis.

Dosage: 2 tablets to be taken two times a day with warm water after meals.

4. Kanchnaar Guggul

It is a classical herbal formulation by Planet Ayurveda  prepared from the pure extract of  potent herbs like Kanchnaar (Bauhinia variegata), Guggul (Commiphora mukul) along with some other herbs. It is a wonderful supplement for cancer and also shows good results in treating conditions like fibrosis. This herbal formulation helps to balance the tridoshas and also prevents the proliferation of the benign or metastatic cancerous cells. It helps to reduce the inflammation and size of the tumor. Kanchnaar guggal also promotes the growth of the healthy cells of the body and is useful in Oral submucous fibrosis.

Dosage: 2 tablets to be taken three times a day with warm water after meals.

5. Gum Care Powder

It is a polyherbal formulation by Planet Ayurveda in a powder form prepared from the blend of potent herbs like Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Mustak (Cyperus rotundus), Khadir (Acacia catechu), Twak (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), etc. As the name indicates this powder is beneficial in gum care and protects your gums from any damage. This is useful in maintaining oral hygiene and thus used in the  Oral submucous fibrosis.

Dosage: Mix with Irimedadi oil and gargle for a while.

6. Irimedadi Oil

It is a polyherbal formulation in oil form prepared from the blend of potent herbs like Irimeda (Acacia farnesiana), Laung (Syzygium aromaticum), Agar (Aquilaria malaccensis), Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa), Kapur (Cinnamomum camphora), Ela (Elettaria cardamomum), Khadirkasht (Acacia catechu), Jaiphal (Myristica fragrans), Dalchini (Cinnamomum verum)  ,etc. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, rejuvenating, hypotensive, and anti-hemorrhagic properties and pacifies the Kapha and Pitta doshas. This helps to strengthen the oral mucosa and heals the oral ulcers. So, this is useful in the Oral submucous fibrosis.

Dosage – Mix with Gum Care Powder and gargle for a while.

7. Coral Calcium Complex

It is a polyherbal formulation by Planet Ayurveda prepared from the amazing ingredients like Praval pishti, Jahar Mohra Pishti, Akik pishti, Kamdudha Ras, Pearl Mukta , and Giloy Satva. It has anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory and antipyretic properties and also reduces the level of free radicals and enhances the detoxification process in the body. Thus it shows good results in Oral submucous fibrosis.

Dosage- 1 capsule twice daily with warm water after meals.

8. Arjun Saar

It is a wonderful combination of Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna) and Amla or Indian gooseberry (Embelica officinalis) prepared by Planet Ayurveda. This herbal formulation boosts the immune system and removes the toxins from the body and also prevents the growth of harmful or cancerous cells. Arjun saar helps to stop the spread of carcinogenic cells and is useful in Oral submucous fibrosis.

Dosage – Rinse the mouth after 2-3 minutes of the massage with Gum Care Powder.

Conclusion

At last we can conclude that Oral submucous fibrosis can be a life threatening condition if left untreated and there is no specific treatment available in modern science for this. But in Ayurveda we manage this disease from its root cause through specific Ayurvedic herbs. Gandusha (oil pulling) or gargling with irimedadi oil shows very effective results in this condition. Planet Ayurveda offers wonderful herbal formulations which have very good results in this condition. Planet Ayurveda products are 100% herbal, pure, vegetarian, and safe. We hope the above-mentioned information regarding Oral submucous fibrosis and its ayurvedic treatment will be beneficial for the one who suffers. For more details of our products, you can check our website www.planetayurveda.com For more queries, you can send your queries to our email id herbalremedies123@yahoo.com

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February 26, 2022

Treatment of Overactive Bladder in Ayurveda With Herbal Remedies

Abstract

Peeping through the windows of your picnic van listening to your favorite music awaiting adventures, all of a sudden you feel distracted. Your bladder is full, you cannot control the urge to pee and you feel reckless. Have you ever been through this ?? Don’t feel embarrassed it is just a symptom, not a disease

The liquid waste

Urine is the body’s liquid waste composed of water, chemicals and electrolytes. These are produced within the kidney as a result of the filtration of toxins and are excreted out through the urinary bladder. The bladder is lined by muscles that allow infrequent and controlled urination.

Overactive bladder (OAB)

OAB is the sudden, uncontrolled urge to urinate. The bladder muscles squeeze uncontrollably causing some urine to leak out.

OAB is characterized by

  1. Unintentional loss of urine
  2. Nocturia
  3. Frequent urge to urinate ie urinate more than 8 times a day

Overactive Bladder

Causes

The bladder is controlled by a group of organs and muscles together. Overactive bladder results when the normal bladder function is disrupted. The involuntary bladder contraction releases the urine outside.

Other causes include

  1. Nerve damage
  2. Weak pelvic muscles
  3. Incomplete bladder emptying
  4. Degenerative disc disease
  5. Urinary incontinence
  6. Medications
  7. Stroke
  8. Scoliosis
  9. DIabetes
  10. Urinary Tract Infections
  11. BPH
  12. Constipation

Complications

OAB can disrupt your daily life. It may lead to

  1. Emotional disturbances
  2. Depression
  3. Anxiety
  4. Sleep disturbances

Treat the cause

Don’t isolate yourself or limit your social life

  1. Behavioral exercises
  2. Bladder training
  3. Pelvic muscle
  4. Medications
  5. Nerve stimulation

Mutra

Ayurveda considers tri dosha is vata, pitta, kapha and trimala i.e. urine, stool and sweat as tripods of life that sustains the body. Urine, which is the chief among trimala, should be avoided. It is one among non-suppressible urges and should not be forcefully ejected.

The cause might be

  1. Suppression of urges
  2. Trauma
  3. Incompatible food
  4. Malnutrition
  5. Infections
  6. Physical and mental strain
  7. Underlying diseases
  8. Smoking, alcohol etc

Mutravaha srotas and vikaras

Mutravaha srotas are those channels that carry urine outside, any injury or trauma to those can lead to

  1. Excessive urination
  2. Frequent scanty urination
  3. Obstruction
  4. Painful urination etc

Mutra Vaha srotas vikaras: care for cure

Out of the many available herbs around, urinary disorders can be cured by a group of drugs which includes :-

  1. Gokshura- Tribulus terrestris
  2. Jambu – Syzygium cumini
  3. Yashtimadhu – Glycyrrhiza glabra
  4. Punarnava – Boerhavia diffusa
  5. Chandana – Santalum album
  6. Varuna – Crataeva nurvala
  7. Guduchi – Tinospora cordifolia

In Ayurveda, the holistic science, the balanced state of tridosha maintains equilibrium of the body and provides good health. The imbalance of these humors causes urinary disorders. The remedy for urinary tract illnesses involves cleansing out the blocked urinary tract, detoxification of the infections, and administering herbs that tone the kidneys and normalize the functioning of the apana vata.

Some include

1. Gokshuradi kashayam

This decoction calms tridosha and is effective in urinary disorders. These are a mixture of gokshura, ardraka , rasona etc.

2. Gokshuradi guggulu

It is a mixture of several drugs with beneficial properties. It contains gokshura which acts as a diuretic and has lithotrophic action. It also has guggulu which adds to the diuretic action and relieves pain and inflammation.

  1. Pashanbedhadhi kashayam
  2. Ikshu rasa

Panchakarma in mutravikaras

Panchakarma has always played a major role in dealing with urogenital abnormalities . The treatment modalities include

  1. Snehapana
  2. Abhyanga
  3. Swedana
  4. Enema
  5. Purgation

Herbal Remedies By Planet Ayurveda

Planet ayurveda is a GMP certified company offering herbal products all over the world. All these products are 100 % safe and prepared using the standardized extract of herbs. These formulations are prepared under the strict guidance of  expert ayurveda physicians by following classical ayurvedic texts. Planet ayurveda experts give lots of formulations for overactive bladder , some of them are listed below

Herbal Remedies for Overactive Bladder

Herbal Supplements for Overactive Bladder

1. Shilajit capsules

Shilajit, being the most potent herbal mineral compound, has always remained a potent healer in most ailments since ancient times. Shilajit / Asphaltum which is a rich source of nutrients and minerals helps in preventing urinary disorders. Planet Ayurveda’s Shilajit cap is a pure extract of Shilajit resin and is completely organic. The diuretic action of it is attributed to the presence of humic acid and fulvic acid. These act on the tri dosha, being light and dry, these pacify kapha and vata dosha. The pungent taste and cold potency of the herb detoxify pitta. Shilajit has antibacterial properties too.

Dosage: 2 capsules with lukewarm water twice a day.

2. Chandraprabha Vati

The most substantial anti-inflammatory drug in urinary disorders, chanderprabha vati is a combination of 37 vital ingredients. As the name implies it is effective as the aura of the moon and pacifies multitudes of diseases. Guggulu / Commiphora mukul and Shilajit- Asphaltum being the major contributors to the combination have Sugar, Karpoora – Cinnamomum camphora , Ativisha – Aconitum heterophyllum, Haridra – Curcuma longa, Vacha – Acorus calamu, Musta – Cyperus rotundus, Amlaki – Emblica officinalis, Haritaki – Terminalia bellirica, Vibhitaki – Terminalia chebula, Chavya – Piper chaba, Bhunimba – Andrographis paniculata, Vidanga – Embelia ribes, Devadar – Cedrus deodara, Dhanya – Coriander sativum, Guduchi – Tinospora cordifolia, Chitraka– Plumbago zeylanica, Shunthi – Zingiber officinalis, Darvi – Berberis aristata, Maricha – Piper nigrum, Pippali – Piper longum, Pippali mool – Piper longum, Gaja pippali – Piper chaba, Sarjikakshara – Sodium carbonate, Yavakshar – Potassium carbonate, Saindhava Lavana – Rock salt, Suvarchala Lavan – Sodium sulfate, Vida Lavan – Black salt Swarna Makshika bhasma – Copper pyrites, Trivrit – Operculina turpethum,Danti mool – Baliospermum montanum, Dalchini – Cinnamomum zeylanicum ,Tejpatta – Cinnamomum tamala , Ela – Elettaria cardamomum , Vankshalochana – Bambusa arundinacea, Lauha Bhashma – Ferric ash as the remaining ingredients. Due to its pitta balancing effect, chandraprabha helps to control burning sensation. It helps in balancing vata and kapha. Chanderprabha helps in the prevention of toxins and removes them through urine.

Dosage : 1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water

3. Tribulus power capsules

Tribulus Power, a distinctive product of Planet Ayurveda contains a unique blend of special herb Gokshura – Tribulus terrestris which are useful in many urinary tract disorders. Gokshura is known for its action on the urinary system. The antioxidants present in it prevent kidney damage. It is sweet in taste and cold in potency. Gokshura is a diuretic and can pacify tridosha.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice a day after food with plain water.

4. Ashwagandha capsules

Ashwagandha / Withania somnifera, is the most powerful herb in Ayurveda. It is rich in natural alkaloids and has diuretic action for which it is beneficial in urinary disorders. It keeps the excretory tract clean and disease-free.

Dosage: 1- 2 capsules daily with plain water after food.

Diet and lifestyle changes for urinary problems

  1. Reduce spicy foods
  2. Include fiber in the diet
  3. Limit exposure to the sun
  4. Do not suppress the urge to urinate
  5. Yoga therapy

Conclusion

Ayurveda has a holistic approach to dealing with every disease. Every person is treated individually based on his strength, symptoms and body constitution. In urinary disorders, the management is duly based on the unbalanced dosa. The vitiated dosa is taken care of with the help of medicinal herbs. Overactive bladder may seem overwhelming, but you’re not alone in this, Ayurveda provides a better solution to your problem. Your wonderful life shouldn’t be spent all day in a bathroom, running away from your favorites.

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