Category: Body Disorders

January 23, 2023

Psoriasis and Its Ayurvedic Treatment with Herbal Remedies

Abstract

Skin serves to maintain and protect our body from the external environment. It regulates body temperature, reduces the harmful impact of UV rays, and acts as a sensory organ. Skin holds everything together. Without skin people’s muscles, bones, and organs would be hanging out all over the place. Now you would have known how important the skin is and more important keeping skin healthy. Beautiful and healthy skin boosts your confidence. But what if it gets trapped in diseases? Psoriasis is one such pruritic (irritating) disease. According to WHO reports the prevalence of the disease has increased often and can occur at any age, even in children. Psoriasis not only affects the person physically but also mentally and emotionally. Through this article, you will get to know the causes, symptoms, Ayurvedic aspects of Psoriasis, and how it is treatable with Ayurvedic medicines.

Psoriasis, Treatment of Psoriasis in Ayurveda, Causes of Psoriasis, Symptoms of Psoriasis

Introduction

Psoriasis is an immune-mediated inflammatory skin disease that leads to the rapid build-up of skin cells causing scaling. Typically over 24 hours, our body shed almost a million skin cells, which are replaced after about a month. Psoriasis occurs when skin cells are replaced more quickly than usual, within 3 to 4 days. It is caused by a problem in the immune system. The scales appear most commonly on knee joints, elbows, scalp, and trunk. However, scales may develop anywhere on the body including hands, feet, neck, scalp, face, and less commonly on nails, mouth, and around genitals. Typical psoriatic scales are thick, red patches covered with silvery-white plaques and tend to have a symmetric distribution. But they can differ according to severity and type of Psoriasis. These patches can crack and bleed on scratching and hence can be very painful. According to IPC (International Psoriasis Council), there are 5 types of Psoriasis-

  1. Chronic Psoriasis Plaque
  2. Psoriasis Guttate
  3. Psoriasis Pustular
  4. Psoriasis Erythrodermic
  5. Psoriasis Nail

Health conditions vary from normal to worse regarding the type of psoriasis the patient is suffering from. Autoimmune response leads to inflammation of the skin which can also have an immense impact on other organs of the body. Thus, it needs to be controlled as early as possible.

The Ayurvedic Aspect Of Psoriasis

As per the ayurvedic concept, psoriasis is known as ‘kitibha’ which are harsh skin patches, scabrous to touch (covered with something rough). Kitibha is classified under ‘kshudra kushtha’. It occurs due to unbalanced tridosha predominantly the Vata dosha and Kapha doshas. Furthermore, the acharyas have explained ‘mandal kushtha’ as a cluster of elevated skin patches which are adjacent to each other (connected according to the progress of the disease). They are red-colored patches with dry skin plaques same as psoriasis plaques. Mandal kushtha is classified under ‘maha kushtha’. Psoriasis can simply be termed as kushtha according to Ayurveda. Psoriasis in Ayurveda is managed by pacifying tridosha with herbal medicines described in detail further in the article.

Symptoms

The symptoms of the disease are the same in modern pathy as written in Ayurveda texts. The affected area can be small (in the beginning) or cover the majority of the body area (in severe cases). Following listed are the most found symptoms in psoriasis patients-

  1. Thick areas of discolored skin (can be adjacent to each other)
  2. Skin patches covered with white-silvery scales
  3. Skin harsh to touch
  4. Itchy skin
  5. Burning skin/skin pain
  6. Pitted, cracked nails
  7. Painful and swollen joints
  8. Dry skin may crack and bleed (on scratching)

Not every person will experience all these symptoms. The symptoms vary according to the severity of the disease which is assessed by the degree of scaling, redness, thickness, and size of skin lesions.

Causes

  • Immune System – Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition as a result of which the body attacks itself. In Psoriasis T-cells attack the body’s skin cells. An overactive immune response causes skin cells to produce new skin cells that develop too quickly. The attack on the skin cells also causes redness and swelling of the skin.
  • Genetics – National psoriasis foundation considers genetics to be a causative factor for psoriasis.

In addition to the above causes, some more causative factors in Ayurveda are mentioned as-

  1. Virudh Aahar [eg- (drinking milk with fish/salt/yogurt), (eating cold with hot simultaneously)
  2. Overeating, even on indigestion
  3. Suppress natural urges (eg-control urge to urine)
  4. Workout after heavy meals
  5. Daytime sleep

These unhealthy food habits and inadequate lifestyle practices only if done on a regular basis will tend to elevate doshas and cause ‘kushtha’ disease which is simply psoriasis.

Diagnosis

The doctor can make a diagnosis directly through Physical examination. No lab test is required but sometimes a doctor can suggest a Skin Biopsy to determine the type of psoriasis and to rule out any skin infection along with it.

In Ayurveda, three main diagnostic factors together make diagnosis better, including- Darshan= by observing the patches and patient, Sparshan= by touching the affected areas, and Prashan= by asking and ruling out Prakriti of the person and taking personal and family history. The better the diagnosis (type, prakriti, and degree of psoriasis), the better will be the treatment.

Complications

The person with Psoriasis may also experience several other health conditions explained in modern and Ayurveda, including- diabetes mellitus (madhumeh), inflammatory bowel disease (dah, atisar), heart disease (hridya rog), psoriatic arthritis (angbhed in 20% patients), anxiety and depression (manh and sharir dorbalya).

Treatment

In modern pathy treatment, there are few medications (steroids) that help to reduce symptoms of psoriasis. Topical corticosteroids, oral steroids, and light therapy are the line of treatment. Talking about their side effects, modern pathy itself claims that long-term steroid use can thin skin and over time they stop working. Light therapy can cause skin burns and make skin more itchy and inflamed. Most of these medications are unsafe during pregnancy. Moreover, few studies conclude that long-term use of steroids as well as light therapy can cause skin cancer. Unfortunately, people still depend on these medications and are unaware of the efficacy of ayurvedic medicines. Ayurveda provides natural treatment to these patients without any side effects.

Ayurvedic chikitsa (treatment)

When patients reach out to our doctors, they treat the patient by working on various protocols including lifestyle changes, special diet plans, and taking herbal medicines altogether.

  • Nidan parivarjan – The very obvious treatment protocol says, by avoiding causative factors mentioned earlier in the article can help the body to recover better. These include both eating habits and lifestyle habits.
  • Pathya-apathya – Any ayurvedic treatment process is incomplete without this step. Your ayurvedic doctor will instruct you on what to eat according to the disease condition and herbal medications you are taking.

Herbal Medications For Psoriasis by Planet Ayurveda

Ayurveda medicines are very beneficial in the treatment of psoriasis. Planet Ayurveda is a leading manufacturing company of various herbal medications with the best overall result for 20 years. Their products are 100% pure and vegetarian and are made from standardized extracts of various potential medicinal plants by expert ayurvedic physicians. This company is internationally certified and people worldwide are using its products and medicines. They strictly follow government guidelines for making their products the best. Planet Ayurveda provides a ‘Psora Care Pack’ to treat psoriasis. It is the best remedy to ease the symptoms of psoriasis with no side effects. Here are the further details about the working and efficacy of the product-

Products List

  1. Navkarshik Churna
  2. Gleaming Skin, Hair, Nails Formula
  3. Neem Capsules
  4. Manjishtha Capsules
  5. Pitta Balance
  6. Gandhak Rasayan
  7. Recumin Gel
  8. Jatyadi Tailam

Products Description

1. Navkarshik Churna

It is a herbal ayurvedic formulation in powder form. It is a combination of natural herbs such as – Amla (Emblica officinalis), Haritki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitki (Terminalia bellerica), Vacha (Acorus calamus), Neem (Azadirachta indica), etc. It helps in cleaning the blood that keeps the skin healthy and eases symptoms of the disease.

Dosage: 1 tablespoon full twice a day with lukewarm water after meals.

2. Gleaming Skin, Hair, Nails Formula

This wonderful acting ayurvedic formulation contains Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Pit papad (Fumaria officinalis), Chirayata (Swertia chirata), Ghritkumari (Aloe barbadensis). This formulation capsule very effectively balances tridosha. Also supports the healthy pH of the skin which maintains skin health and treats skin disorders like psoriasis.

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

3. Neem Capsules

These capsules are made up of natural extracts of a single herb, Neem (Azadirachta indica). This herb is used in several skin conditions due to its anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It cleans the blood and skin which reduces the chances of skin infections which are high in case of deep and cracking psoriasis plaques.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice a day after meals, with lukewarm water.

4. Manjishtha Capsules

It is an ayurvedic formulation that contains a standardized extract of Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia). It controls over activation of the immune system which eases rapid skin production. Therefore, it is beneficial in managing psoriasis.

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

5. Pitta Balance

It is a polyherbal formulation prepared from JaharMohara (natural calcium compound), Kharava pishti (natural calcium compound), Akik, Mukta, Giloy satv (Tinospora cordifolia). This formulation helps to balance pitta dosha which ultimately balances tridosha. It regulates Agni and treats burning sensation in the skin and is advantageous in kushth rog.

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

6. Gandhak Rasayan

Shudh gandhak (purified sulfur) is used to prepare gandhak rasayan. Gandhak being a rasayan has rejuvenating properties which promote health and nourishes the body from the inside out. Its anti-inflammatory properties help to reduce swelling and pain in affected areas of the skin and its antibacterial properties reduce the chances of skin infections.

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

7. Recumin Gel

This patent herbal formulation manufactured by planet Ayurveda consists of herbs such as Haldi (Curcuma longa), Jasmine (Jasminum officinale), Neem (Azadirachta indica), etc. Its active ingredients maintain skin health when applied to bare skin and also subside the symptoms of various skin diseases. This is very effective in managing dry skin plaques in psoriasis patients.

Directions: Apply externally on affected skin areas twice daily after cleaning the area.

8. Jatyadi Tailam

This is a polyherbal ayurvedic formulation and contains various beneficial ayurvedic herbs such as Chameli (Jasmine officinale), Neem (Azadirachta indica), etc. Jatyadi tailam pacifies Vata dosha’s aggravation. Application of tailam on the affected area will improve the skin condition and ease symptoms of itching, swelling, pain, and irritation.

Directions: Apply externally on the patches/affected skin areas once or twice daily after cleaning the area.

Conclusion

Psoriasis is a long-term condition that hinders the quality of life. It requires side-effect-free effective management for better health status. These requirements can be fulfilled with the use of an ayurvedic ‘Psora Care Pack’. These herbs are efficient in maintaining psoriasis. Furthermore, these herbs also enhance skin luster and overall robustness. Our talented Ayurvedic doctors are constantly working on the management of such diseases and have been successful to a large extent. The efforts provide relief to the patients without any side effects. For a better ayurvedic experience or any queries contact us at www.PlanetAyurveda.com

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January 17, 2023

Fragile X Syndrome – Ayurveda Herbal Treatment

Herbal Remedies for Fragile X Synndrome

Abstract

Fragile X syndrome is an inherited genetic disease which is passed down from parents to children which causes developmental and intellectual disabilities. Fragile X syndrome is also known as Martin-Bell- syndrome. Fragile X syndrome is the genetic condition which causes a range of developmental problems which includes cognitive impairment and also includes learning disabilities. Commonly, males are more prone than females. Most of the males with this disease have mild to moderate intellectual disability and about one-third of affected females are intellectually disabled. Let’s discuss this disease in detail.

Introduction

Fragile X syndrome is the genetic condition involving changes in a person’s X chromosome which triggers several developmental challenges such as cognitive impairment and learning disabilities. Children with fragile-X syndrome may include anxiety and hyperactive behaviour such as impulsive actions and fidgeting. The disease is caused by the reduction of expression of fragile X mental retardation protein and also associated with the variety of behavioural, medical and physical problems which are managed through the supportive treatment. Fragile X syndrome is an X-linked disorder which affects approximately 1 in 4000 males and females. The disease in Ayurveda is correlated with the Beejja dushti (ova and spermatozoa). In Fragile X-syndrome during fertilisation, all Tridoshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha) are aggravated in which Vata dosha mainly vitiates and  results in this disease.

Fragile X Synndrome

Facts

  • It is a genetic disorder and causes developmental and intellectual disabilities.
  • Fragile X syndrome is also known as Martin-Bell syndrome.
  • This disease in Ayurveda occurs due to Beejha dushti (dysfunction of sperm and ovum), in which Vata dosha mainly aggravates.

Sign and Symptoms of Fragile X Syndrome

  • Seizures
  • Difficulty in sleeping
  • Hyperacidity
  • Impulsiveness
  • Stuttering
  • Autism
  • Attention difficulties
  • Depression
  • Anxiety (both social and general)
  • Developmental delays: Taking longer time to talk,walk and sit
  • Social issues like: Disliking being touched and not making eye contact with others.

Some People with Fragile X Syndrome Also Includes Physical Abnormalities

  • Flat feet
  • Elongated face
  • Protruding ears, chin and forehead
  • Flexible or loose joints
  • Large ears and forehead with prominent jaw

Causes of Fragile X Syndrome

Fragile X syndrome is mainly caused by the change to the gene on X-chromosome called FMR1 GENE. The gene produces protein which helps the brain to function normally. If the gene is altered or changed in any way then, it can not produce its normal protein, which may result in Fragile X syndrome.

Diagnosis

In the diagnosis of Fragile X syndrome the main diagnosis is:

Blood test

DNA testing : This  procedure is recommended for:

  • Women or Men over 50 with balance or gait problems, dementia or tremor.
  • People who have a history of Fragile X syndrome or intellectual disability.
  • Women with problems of early menopause and fertility.
  • Women with family history of primary ovarian insufficiency.

Management of Fragile X Syndrome

The disease is not completely treated but the symptoms and condition of Fragile X syndrome can be managed. The management of this disease includes sensory integration, special education, speech therapy, occupational therapy and behavioural therapy. Some of the medications are used in different conditions which includes: Anticonvulsants are used to control seizures, antidepressants are helpful in mood disorders, anxiety and in obsessive compulsive disorders. Antipsychotic helps in, if there’s a presence of aggressive behaviours or self-injury.

Ayurvedic Overview Of Fragile X Syndrome

Fragile X syndrome is a genetic disorder and also known as Martin -Bell syndrome. As we all know that Ayurveda is a science which has the capability to manage all types of diseases. The disease occurs due to genetic disorder and in Ayurveda all the genetic disorders occur due to the Beeja dushti (which means injury or damage to sperm or ova). In genetic disorders all three doshas are vitiated during fertilisation but in this disease aggravation of Vata dosha mainly occurs, which results in fragile X syndrome. During fertilisation shukra and shonita (sperm and ovum) vitiated because of aggravated tridoshas and later on domination of Vata dosha results in Fragile X syndrome. The disease is genetic and hence can not be diagnosed properly but symptoms of this disease can be managed by taking the remedies which are given below:

Herbal Remedies For Fragile X Syndrome By Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda offers best herbal remedies for Fragile X syndrome by which the symptoms of the disease can be managed. This disease is not prevented properly but symptoms of the disease are manageable. These formulations have their great results in controlling the symptoms of  Fragile X syndrome and these remedies also boost the immune system of the body. All the herbal remedies are formulated under MD Ayurveda experts and have no side effects. The formulations did not contain any type of chemicals, colours, dyes and preservatives etc.

Product List:

  1. VAT GAJANKUSH RAS
  2. TELOMERE BOOSTUP
  3. CURCUMIN 95%
  4. BRAHMI VATI GOLD
  5. KUMAR KALYAN RAS
  6. ASHWAGANDHADI GHRIT

Product Description

1. VAT GAJANKUSH RAS

Vat Gajankush ras has its nice results in this disease, the formulation balances the aggravated dosha. Ingredients involved in this formulation are: Shuddha haratala (Arsenic trisulphide), Long pepper (Piper longum), Shrungi (Citrullus colocynthis), Black pepper (Piper nigrum), Juice extract of Nirgundi (Vitex negundo) and  Juice extract of Mundi (Sphaeranthus indicus) etc. Vat Gajankush ras pacifies the aggravated Vata dosha and is effective in neurological health.

Dosage: 1 tablet twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. TELOMERE BOOSTUP

Telomere boost up mainly functions on and stops its accumulation. This formulation includes ingredients :Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Amla (Emblica officinalis), Grapeseed (Vitis vinifera), Moringaii (Moringa oleifera) and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). In Fragile X syndrome this formulation maintains the overall health of the body and increases immunity.

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

3. CURCUMIN 95% CAPSULES

This formulation helps in overall health of the body The main ingredient of this capsule is Haridra std. Ext. (Curcuma longa 95% CStd. Ext.). It helps in pacifying of Vata dosha and also useful in neurological problems. As per ancient texts it is an amazing antiseptic and antiviral in nature.

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

4. BRAHMI VATI GOLD

Brahmi vati gold is an classical formulation and ingredients involved are: Laung (Syzygium aromaiculum), Dalchini (Cinnamomum verum), Saunf (Foeniculum vulgare), Akik bhasma and Manikya bhasma etc.This formulation is very useful fragile X syndrome and works on depression, anxiety and other conditions.

Dosage: 1 tablet once daily with plain water after meals.

5. KUMAR KALYAN RAS

Kumar kalyan ras is very useful to boosts up the immunity, ingredients of this formulations are: Abhrak bhasma (Bhasma of purified Mica ), Makshika bhasma (bhasma prepared from iron), Ras-sindoor (Shuddha parda), Kumari rasa (Aloe-vera extract juice) and Loha bhasma (Bhasma prepared from iron) etc. The formulation works on the healthy neurological condition and maintains overall health.

Dosage: 1 tablet twice daily with plain water after meals.

6. ASHWAGANDHADI GHRIT

This formulation is very effective in neurological conditions, in Ashwagandhadi ghrit the ingredients involved are: Bhibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Cow’s milk and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) etc. The formulation is useful in general weakness and gives strength to the body.

Dosage: ½ tsp twice daily

Contact Planet Ayurveda Support Team to provide you the costing/ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or Call at 0172-521-4040 (India), +91-172-521-4040 (Outside India) or Whatsapp at (+91) 842-749-4030.

CONCLUSION

Fragile X syndrome is the genetic disorder which causes a range of developmental problems which includes cognitive impairment and also includes learning disabilities. The disease is not completely preventable but symptoms of the diseases are manageable. In Ayurveda the disease occurs due to Beeja dushti (dysfunction in ovum and sperm), during fertilisation tridoshas are vitiated and laterally Vata dosha mostly aggravates which results in Fragile X syndrome. In simple words the dosha which is mostly aggravated during the process of fertilisation results in this particular disease. So Planet Ayurveda offers best remedies for this disease which manages the symptoms of the disease. This disease is not completely preventable but we can manage the symptoms of the diseases by taking these formulations, which are pure, natural and have no side effects.

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