Author: Dr. Vikram Chauhan

September 22, 2020

Skin Cancer in Dogs and Ayurvedic Treatment

Abstract

Your loyal companion might suffer from diseases just like human beings and sometimes the disease can be life-threatening. So it is necessary to look after them and check for any abnormal growth or lumps under their fur or hair. However not every lump is cancerous but through tests for any of them is necessary to rule out cancer. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in dogs. For the successful recovery of your dog, it is necessary to find out about the disease at the initial stages and proper treatment of it. In this article, we will learn about skin cancer in dogs, its causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and herbal treatment.

Introduction

Usually, the dogs are covered with hair which prevents them from sun damage but sun damage is not responsible for all kinds of skin cancers. However, sun damage is a cause in some cases. The areas of the dog’s skin which are barely covered or lightly covered with hair are more prone to get cancerous growths. Nose and ears are more susceptible to get it. Many growths on the dog’s skin are lipomas which are the accumulated fat tissue. A consulting veterinarian is the best way to get help for your dog and save his life. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer found in dogs so the chances of occurrence should not be overlooked.

Skin Cancer in Dogs

Causes

There can be various causes of skin cancer in dogs, just like humans.

  • Genetics play the main role in the occurrence of skin cancer in dogs
  • Excessive sun exposure
  • Exposure to the chemicals and other dangerous substances present in the environment
  • Abnormalities in the hormones
  • Infection from certain viruses

Types of Skin Cancer Found In Dogs

Just like there are many different layers of skin in dogs, similarly, there are different types of skin cancers as well which can affect dogs. The distinct tumor can tumors can develop from each layer and can convert into cancer. The common types of cancer found in dogs are:

  • Malignant melanoma
  • Squamous cell carcinoma
  • Mast cell tumors
  • Fibrosarcoma
  • Histiocytic cell tumor

Signs and Symptoms

Signs and symptoms depend upon the location of the tumor and type of the cancer. Some of the common signs and symptoms are:

  • A hard lump can be seen on the skin which can be brown, black, red, or gray in color
  • Sometimes these cancerous lumps can be painful
  • Some of the tumors can ulcerate and grow faster
  • Some growths are rubbery and slow-growing

Diagnosis

Diagnosis will be made by your dog’s veterinarian. The first physical examination is done in which cancer is suspected and then the diagnosis is confirmed by fine-needle aspiration where cells small sample is taken or through biopsy where a small portion of diseased tissue is taken and tested.

Treatment

Treatment and prognosis of the disease depend upon the type of cancer your dog is suffering from, location, severity, and stage of cancer. Some of them only required surgery and can be removed easily while others may need chemotherapy or radiotherapy along with the surgery. Once the diagnosis is confirmed by your dog’s veterinarian, he will be referring your pet to the veterinary oncologist who will start the treatment.

Ayurveda can help your dog get a better quality of life and can act as a supportive treatment very naturally when he is suffering from the disease as well as the side effects of the radiation therapies given to him. Chemotherapy or radiotherapy both have many side effects which can be overcome with the help of Ayurveda as well as its herbs will help in eliminating the disease as well.

Herbal Remedies by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a herbal pharmaceutical company that offers numerous therapeutic medicinal supplements to treat and manage the diseases and maintain health. All the herbal products produced here are purely natural, herbal, and vegetarian they do not contain any type of chemicals, additives, dye, colors, or fillers. This quality increases the effectiveness and safety of these herbal remedies as compared to the other similar herbal supplements present in the market. For Skincare of dogs also Planet Ayurveda offers a combination of herbal remedies to manage the condition naturally.

Product list:

1.Gandhak Rasayan
2. Manjishtha Capsule
3. Kaishore Guggul
4. Kamdudha Ras Plain
5. Mahashankh Vati
6. Dermoplan Syrup
7. Tea Tree Soap
8. Jatyadi Oil
9. Nirgundi Oil

Cancer Care Pack for Dog

Treatment of Cancer

Product Description:

1. Gandhak Rasayan

Shuddh gandhak (Purified sulphur) is the main ingredient of the Gandhak rasayan tablets. These tablets help in maintaining healthy skin and eliminate any type of toxin accumulated in the skin and other parts of the body. Here in skin cancer of dogs, Gandhak rasayan can help to prevent and treating infection in the growth, relieves itching, and gives a better skin condition.

Dosage – 2 tablets twice daily mixed in the dog food

2. Manjishtha Capsule

Standardized extract of Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia) is used to prepare these herbal capsules that help in relieving the inflammation and also act as antibacterial and antimicrobial preventing infection. Manjishtha capsules help in treating the inflammation in the tumor and also treat or prevent it from further infection.

Dosage- 1 capsule twice daily mixed in the dog food

3. Kaishore Guggul

Kaishore guggul is known since the old times for its ability to treat skin conditions owing to its medicinal properties. These tablets are the herbal blend of Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Guggul (Commiphora Mukul), Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), etc. In skin cancer of dogs, Kaishore guggul will help in relieving inflammation, pain, and clears the toxins from the skin maintaining healthy skin.

Dosage- 2 tablets twice daily mixed in the dog food

4. Kamdudha Ras Plain

It is a herbo-mineral formulation prepared from Mukta pishti (Pearl fine processed powder), Praval pishti (Coral fine processed powder), Shankha bhasma (Conch shell in the incinerated form), etc. Kamdudha ras plain tablets possess therapeutic properties like anti-inflammatory, adaptogenic, and antioxidant which helps in relieving inflammation and eliminates the free radicals from the body that causes oxidative damage to the body and may result in cancer.

Dosage- 2 tablets twice daily mixed in the dog food

5. Mahashankh Vati

Mahashankh vati is also a herbo-mineral blend of amazing herbs and minerals like Vida lavana (Black Salt), Sauvarchala Lavana (Sochal salt), Saindhava lavana (Rock salt), Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber Officinalis), Maricha (Piper nigrum),, etc. It helps in improving appetite, enhances immunity, and maintains a healthy pH level of the body.

Dosage- 2 tablets twice daily mixed in the dog food

6. Dermoplan Syrup

Powerful herbs present in Dermoplan syrup helps in managing Skin cancer in dogs to a certain extent. Herbs like Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Chopchini (Smilax china), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Haridra (Curcuma longa), etc. are used in the preparation of this herbal syrup. Dermoplan syrup helps in purifying the blood, act as an anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial treats skin lesion, and maintain healthy skin.

Dosage- 2 teaspoons twice daily mixed in dog food

Apply locally:

7. Tea tree Aloe vera soap

This herbal soap is manufactured as per the basic principles of Ayurveda under the supervision of MD Ayurveda doctors. Regular use of this soap helps in relieving the inflammation and helps to heal the wound present in skin cancer of the dogs.

Direction- Use it from giving a bath to your dog regularly

8. Jatyadi oil

Jatyadi oil is an amazing wound healer that is prepared from herbs like Chameli (Jasminum officinale), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Patola Patra (Stereospermum chelonoides), Turmeric (Curcuma longa), etc. Application of jatyadi oil helps in healing ulcers of skin cancer in dogs and maintaining healthy skin.

Direction- Apply locally with cotton gently on the wound or ulcer

9. Nirgundi oil

The anti-inflammatory and antitoxin activity of Nirgundi oil makes it the choice of remedy for skin cancer in dogs. Regular application of nirgundi oil helps in relieving inflammation, healing the ulcer or wound, and prevent it from infection.

Direction- Apply locally with cotton gently on the affected area, You can also mix both, nirgundi and jatyadi oil at once and apply it to the affected area.

Conclusion

Skin cancer affecting dogs can instill you with fear and anxiety but don’t worry and keep a regular check on your pet’s health. Do self-examination of his skin every now and then and on noticing anything abnormal consult your veterinary doctor as soon as possible. Proper care and timely action can save your dog’s life!

Continue Reading

September 14, 2020

Alternative Treatment of Progressive Supranuclear palsy

ABSTRACT

Progressive Supranuclear palsy is a rare neurological disorder that is degenerative in nature and causes gradual loss of balance and impaired walking. Eyes movement, muscle tone, and speech are also affected. Difficulty in eating and swallowing is frequently present in cases of Progressive supranuclear palsy or PSP. People affected with PSP usually have damaged cognitive and personality traits. Sign and symptoms are usually seen after 60 years of age, however, in some cases, the manifestation can be earlier as well. However, in this article, we will be going to learn all about PSP, its causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and herbal management by Planet Ayurveda.

INTRODUCTION

Progressive Supranuclear palsy is an uncommon neurodegenerative disease that affects the elderly people usually and causes troubles in balancing, vision, movement, speaking, and swallowing. The progressive degeneration of the brain cells leads to PSP. Usually, the people above the age of 60 are affected. PSP is many times confused with similar conditions like Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s disease, corticobasal degeneration, and some other similar conditions. The other name of the PSP is Steele-Richardson-Olszewski syndrome. With all the passing times this neurodegenerative disease tends to become worse and even can cause life-threatening conditions like difficulty in swallowing and pneumonia. No cure is yet been found for this condition and treatment completely depends upon the management of the disease and preventing the complications.

Progressive Supranuclear palsy

CAUSES of Progressive Supranuclear palsy

An abnormal building up of a protein called Tau leads to damage and degeneration of the cells of the brain leading to impairment of the functions, that particular is responsible for. Tau is a normal protein that is formed in the brain but is broken down and does not reach the higher points in the brain but in PSP this protein does not get properly broken down and hence starts to accumulate on brain cells and damage them eventually. This protein may accumulate in various places and also its amount may vary, hence the signs and symptoms may also vary in the different patients. Genetic changes can also result in this disease but having been passed these genes from a family is a very rare condition and hence the family history is found very rarely. However, the exact cause behind this protein being accumulated and not being broken down properly is still not known.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

In the initial stages, the signs and symptoms are similar to various other neurodegenerative diseases which lead to misdiagnosis or late diagnosis of PSP. The symptoms get worse with passing time and include:

  • Difficulty in balancing, walking, and the patient might fall frequently
  • Muscle tone is lost and stiffness is seen in muscles
  • Certain changes in the behavior are seen like increased irritability and indifference to the things one used to enjoy earlier
  • Difficulty in eye movement. The patient cannot focus on certain object and inability to control looking up and down movements
  • Slurred and slow speech
  • Swallowing becomes difficult
  • Memory troubles and slowness of the thoughts
  • Disturbed sleep and anxiety

DIAGNOSIS

No single test can be used to diagnose Progressive supranuclear palsy and proper clinical history, family history and certain diagnostic tests are used to confirm the diagnosis. Initially, certain other neurodegenerative diseases are to be ruled out. Progressive worsening of the symptoms usually makes a doctor suspect PSP and hence further steps are taken accordingly. Tests are done to analyze the memory, concentration, and other cognitive functions. Further, a brain scan is used to confirm a diagnosis. A neurologist will be best to confirm a PSP before starting any kind of treatment.

Treatment of Progressive Supranuclear palsy

PSP is a neurodegenerative disease and there is no cure found for this disease yet. The Treatment of Progressive Supranuclear palsyis based on managing the complaints and preventing complications. Different medications are given to control the symptoms like difficulty in balancing, walking, speech, and swallowing. Physiotherapy is also used for helping with balancing and walking issues. Feeding tubes are used to manage dysphagia.

However, in this chronic and complex disease, Ayurveda can prove to be a light on the other side of the tunnel as with the help of herbal medicines patients can manage the signs and symptoms, prevent complications and get a better quality of life. All these can be attained without causing any damage to the other body parts as the modes of treatment are from nature itself which is heals without any further damage to the body.

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda is a big name now in the herbal pharmaceuticals from which patients worldwide are being benefitted. Here all the medicines and supplements produced are purely herbal, natural and vegetarian. No type of chemicals, additives, preservatives, dye, fillers or colors are added in them which increases their efficacy and safety.

For PSP also Planet Ayurveda offers a combination of herbal medicines that can help in managing the disease naturally and improving the life quality of the patient.

  1. Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras
  2. Musli Strength
  3. Yograj Guggul
  4. Ashwagandha Capsule
  5. Brahmi Capsule
  6. Nourish Maxx

Progressive Supranuclear palsy treatment

Treatment of Progressive Supranuclear palsy

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras

Vrihat vat chintamani ras are the Ayurvedic tablets used to pacify the Vata dosha as the name suggests and treat the condition arising from its vitiation like paralysis, hemiplegia, tremors, facial palsy, insomnia, etc. It is a wonderful remedy to treat neuropathies, anxiety, depression, dementia, neuritis and hence can be the best medicine to manage the PSP. It is composed of Parada (Purified and processed mercury), Abhraka bhasma (Calx of mica), Gandhaka (Purified and processed sulphur), Loha bhasma (Calx of iron), Mukta bhasma (Calx of pearl), Swarna bhasma (Calx of gold), Rajata bhasma (Calx of silver), etc

Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily after meals with plain water

2. Musli Strength

Musli strength capsules are the combination of a standardized extract of Safed musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum) and Gokshura (Tribulus Terrestris). These herbal capsules help in maintaining healthy blood circulation, enhances stamina, strength, removes weakness, and improve the overall health of a person. Hence these capsules can help in providing good strength and stamina to a PSP patient and improve overall health.

Dosage– Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

3. Yograj Guggul

Several amazing herbs like Shuddh guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica), Devdaru (Cedrus deodara), Pippali, (Piper longum), etc are used to make these amazing herbal tablets. Yograj guggul tablets in PSP help in treating stiffness of muscles and joints, clear accumulated toxins from the body, relieves inflammation and pain of joints especially.

Dosage– Take 2 tablets twice daily after meals with plain water

4. Ashwagandha Capsule

Withania somnifera in a standardized form is used in the composition of these capsules. These capsules can help PSP patient a lot by removing muscle weakness and fatigue, relieving tiredness and joint pains, help in getting sound sleep, and provide good muscle stamina and power.

Dosage– Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

4. Brahmi Capsule

Brahmi capsules are prepared from standardaized extract of Bacopa monnieri which is well known as a brain tonic. Brahmi capsule is one of the main remedies for PSP as it prevents age-related brain degeneration and treats symptoms related to it. It promotes brain health and helps in treating the degeneration of the neurons naturally.

Dosage– Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

6. Nourish Maxx

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Safed musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum), Ashwgandha (Withania somnifera) and Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris) are the herbs whose standardized extract are used to prepare this amazing herbal supplement. As the name suggests this herbal powder helps PSP patients by nourishing both brain and body. It helps in treating the muscle weakness and stiffness, inability to walk properly and enhances brain function.

Dosage– Take 1 teaspoon twice daily after meals with plain water

CONCLUSION

PSP is a chronic degenerative disease that affects the overall health of a person very badly and can be even deadly if not treated timely. However herbal medicines by Planet Ayurveda can help in giving PSP patients a healthy and better life by managing the complaints and preventing complications.

Continue Reading

Click the CROSS button to close