Category: Health Condition

January 11, 2022

What The Vagus Nerve Is And How To Stimulate It!

WAYS TO STIMULATE VAGUS NERVE

A sharp light flashes on the face and our eyes close and the face responds to that light by contracting its muscles. All these are responses of the body towards external stimuli. But how do our bodies react? What is the agent involved in it? What is accountable for our body’s response to all these stimuli? Our whole body is controlled in two ways: the hormonal system which is the endocrine system and the neurological system.

Vagus Nerve

ACTIVITIES CONTROLLED BY THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

This system monitors almost all the actions of the body by sending out hormones and these hormones act as forerunners and bring about the necessary result. These hormones are expelled from diversified glands present in the body which are present nearly in every fraction of the body.

It governs almost all activities that are metabolic activities, development of the body, behavior, circadian rhythm, sexual development. All the glands in the body secrete hormones and bring significant change in the body but some major glands that play crucial roles are the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, adrenal glands, pineal body, ovaries, and testes. The hypothalamus plays an incredibly crucial role by correlating the actions of the endocrine and nervous systems.

MECHANISM OF ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

The activities are carried out by expelling signaling molecules which are known as hormones. The hormones are assembled of different chemical arrangements and are of three types, they are steroid hormones, hormones that have amino derivatives, and hormones that are water-soluble and have lengthy chains of amino acids. Each type of hormone has a specific character that enables it to act on the receptors which are present at different sites of the cell. Hormones ordinance on cells in two ways one is it acts directly and another way is by producing an auxiliary messenger.

ACTIVITIES CONTROLLED BY NEURAL SYSTEM

Every collaborative activity in our body or the activities we carry out is the outcome of the actions of our nervous system. Everything, starting from thoughts, feelings we experience, the ability to recollect things in the past, things we learn, movements we carry out, heartbeat, breathing, sexual functions, growth, metabolism, functioning of every organ, and even, the activities of the minute cells in the body is dependent on the nervous system. The stimulus is passed on from one part to another part through the nerves and the action is seen to happen.

PARTS OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM

When we talk about the nervous system, it is the protagonist in the body and governs almost all the actions. Brain and spinal cord are the main divisions. They are further divided into forebrain, midbrain, and hindbrain. The peripheral system is divided into two as autonomic and somatic. These contain nerves that carry the stimuli so that response can be carried out in the assisted region. Every action is carried out with precision.

ACTIVITIES OF CRANIAL NERVES

Before knowing about the activities of Cranial nerves, let’s know what it is. These act as association of brain to other parts of the body and are 12 pairs.They are the olfactory nerve, optic nerve, oculomotor nerve, trochlear nerve, Trigeminal nerve, Abducens nerve, facial nerve, Vestibular nerve, Glossopharyngeal nerve, Vagus nerve, Accessory nerve, and Hypoglossal nerve. The nerves perceive a stimulus and carry out the required action in the body. The smell sensation is transmitted to the brain via the olfactory nerve and the same way the optic nerve transmits sensation related to vision. The Oculomotor nerve is motor in nature, it controls the four muscles around the eye and the pupil according to the stimuli. The actions of muscles are also controlled by one more nerve and that is trochlear. The trigeminal nerve is the vastest among these nerves and has three divisions that are ophthalmic, maxillary, and mandibular. And the action is related to the respective parts. Muscles of the eyes are also controlled by Abducens. The facial nerve is both sensory as well as motor and it governs the actions of muscles of the face. The vestibulocochlear nerve has actions that are related to hearing as well as the balance of the body. The motor and sensory activities of the glossopharyngeal nerve govern muscles in the throat and detect taste. The Vagus nerve is very unique, it is both motor and sensory. It controls muscles in the throat, abdomen, etc. The accessory nerve innervates the muscles of the throat and brings about the actions and the last nerve which is hypoglossal assists in the activity of the tongue.The coordinated actions of these nerves help in the proper functioning of each part of the body.

WAYS TO ACTIVATE VAGUS NERVE

The Vagus is the 10th nerve and is very diverse. It is one of the most important and longest nerves. It branches out from the brain and reaches the gut and brings out the actions. Activating the vagus nerves helps in maintaining a good and healthy life. It can be done through:

  1. Meditation: While doing deep breaths meditation it stimulates the vagus nerve when exhale is longer than the inhalation.
  2. Yoga: Doing yoga increases the motility of the gastric pathway and the movement of abdominal muscles.
  3. Exposure to cold activates this nerve.
  4. Maintaining a healthy diet is important to maintain the good functioning of the vagal nerve as conditions such as obesity disrupt it.
  5. Healthy bowel movements as constipation and other conditions can hinder the actions of the vagus nerve.
  6. Doing activities that soothe your mind such as singing and listening to music. And even chanting and humming.
  7. Doing fasting and laying dietary restrictions stimulates the vagus nerve.
  8. Avoid food that causes inflammation in the abdominal region such as the excess animal protein that can decrease the activity of the vagus nerve.
  9. Avoid the use of excess sugar in the diet as excess usage can cause inflammation.
  10. Doing massage in the foot region, scalp and ears stimulate the vagus nerve.

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October 27, 2021

Eruptive Syringoma Treatment with Herbal Remedies

Abstract

Eruptive syringoma is a rare variant of syringoma. The condition is accepted as the benign adnexal tumor. The tumors in this condition are considered the intraepidermal portion of eccrine sweat glands. Eruptive syringoma is having great cosmetic importance because any kind of systemic changes in the body or disturbance to physiological functioning is not noticed. The disorder is generally common in females during puberty or later. In this article we will discuss eruptive syringoma in detail and also about its considerable ayurvedic management.

Introduction

The word syringoma is derived from the greek language syrinx meaning tube. It was first described by Jacquet and Darier in 1887 and is capable of affecting 0.6% of the general population.  Eruptive syringoma is characterized by differentiation in the intra epidermal portion of eccrine origin. It is often associated with down syndrome and multiple syringoma. The small tumors in this condition usually appear on the back and neck (in predilection occurs in periorbital areas). The other rare forms of syringoma are plaque, linear, penile, vulvar, chondroid, solitary and sometimes on ankles also.

ERUPTIVE SYRINGOMA

Causes

Conditions like eruptive syringoma have no definite cause for its occurrence. But are generally related to people who have family history with the same condition. Patients with eruptive syringoma have  overactive sweat glands that result in overproduction of sweat or blockage of sweat glands. The patients who are suffering from marfan syndrome are also at a risk of developing eruptive syringoma. Mostly the females with oily skin and health issues that involve  diabetes mellitus preferably are at a greater risk of developing this condition.

In ayurveda this condition is understood as sweda vaha srotas dushti. The reasons for the dushti of sweda vaha srotas are blockage of roomkoopa (sweat ducts) by the vitiated doshas or by dushti of meda (subcutaneous fat). The reasons for vitiation of doshas include regular excessive exposure to simultaneous hot and cold environments, excessive anger, grief and fear.

Pathophysiology

Complete pathology of this condition is not known. According to accepted theories the cutaneous inflammatory process probably leads to hyperplastic reactive process in eccrine duct due to which inflammation occurs. This inflammation may be considered as the cause of eruptive syringoma. This theory can be accepted due to the occurrence of cutaneous inflammation after contact dermatitis, shaving, laser hair removal, radiation dermatitis etc.

Symptoms

In eruptive syringoma most commonly seen symptoms and signs include

  1. Developing  numerous small yellow eruptions on skin. These eruptions are benign and small.
  2. Redness around the affected areas. Along with redness, pain, itching or burning sensation is mostly observed by the patient.
  3.  These papules are commonly seen on the chin, eyelids, abdomen, under eyes and upper part of cheeks.
  4. Cutaneous examination shows multiple and symmetrical papules. The color of these papules varies from skin to brownish shiny in appearance.
  5. These papules measure around 2-4mm in diameter.
  6. These are  present all over the face and on upper extremities too.
  7. Skin biopsy shows normal epidermis with benign proliferation of multiple eccrine ducts lined by two rows of epithelial cells.
  8. Some of these eccrine ducts  have tadpole-like appearance and have an amorphous material in the ductal lumina.

The symptoms according to ayurveda includes excessive sweating or no sweating, sticky skin, skin tightening or burning sensation over skin.

Treatment of Eruptive syringoma

Eruptive syringoma is having huge cosmetic concerns as people with this condition commonly have to bear the weight of unacceptance in the society. The condition is really difficult to predict as it has a tendency to undergo regression with time. But how much time will be required is not defined. In eruptive syringoma the treatment is highly non standardized which includes excision, dermabrasion, cryotherapy, electrodessication, chemical peels. Topical retinoids are also administered along with monoclonal antibodies. Even the recurrence is commonly seen.

It is possible to manage Eruptive syringoma with ayurvedic medications. Planet Ayurveda which is a herbal manufacturing unit offers it’s herbal products that can be used in the management of this condition. The products are totally herbal and only standardized extract of potent herbs is used in manufacturing. The products offered by planet ayurveda for the management of eruptive syringoma are as follows

  1. Kanchnaar guggul
  2. Arogyavardhini vati
  3. Manjishtha capsules
  4. Gandhak Rasayan
  5. Epiderm oil mixed with Nirgundi oil

Products Description

1. Kanchnaar guggul

Kanchnaar guggul helps in subsiding the tumors that appear in eruptive syringoma. Kachnaar guggul is a classical formulation that include ingredients like Kanchnaar (Bauhinia variegata), Guggul (Commiphora mukul), Pippali (Piper longum), Varuna (Crateva religiosa), Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Black pepper (Piper nigrum), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica) and many more. These herbs help in reducing the blockage.

Dose: Two tablets daily twice after meals.

2. Arogyavardhini vati

Arogyavardhini means something that has potency to develop and maintain good health. This is a classical formulation and is used to manage many pathies.   The ingredients that are included in the manufacturing of this formulation are Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), amalaki (Emblica officinalis), chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica), nimba (Azadirachta indica) and many more. These all herbs have a rejuvenating effect on the body and also free it from toxins.

Dose: Two tablets twice a day after meals.

3. Manjishtha capsules

Manjistha Capsules are known to balance pitta dosha and are manufactured using Rubia cordifolia (Manjishtha) only. Manjishtha wonderfully works in resolving the blockage of sweat glands. Also, it is very helpful in detoxifying the body. It is having a healing effect on lesions.

Dose: One capsule twice a day after meals.

4. Gandhak Rasayan

Gandhak rasayan is manufactured using purified sulphur and is very useful in reducing various kinds of skin conditions. This also helps in reducing various causes of itching, burning sensation on skin, oily skin and many other conditions. In eruptive syringomas this formulation works like a boon as it helps in opening the pores of sweat glands and hence helps in reducing the blockage.

Dose: Two tablets twice a day after meals.

5. Epiderm oil mixed with Nirgundi oil

The mixture of these two oils provides patients with relaxation in their symptoms especially in itching. These two oils contain herbal extract of many herbs  like manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Haridra (Curcuma longa), kalahari (Gloriosa Superba) and many more. These all herbs are potent and have antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

Use: Use twice daily by mixing them in equal quantity and apply locally after washing the affected part.

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Conclusion

Eruptive syringoma is a condition whose cause is not understandable. Even in modern medicine exact treatment for such conditions is not available. In ayurveda, as mentioned earlier it is understood as sweda vaha srotas dushti and management with herbal products is done keeping in mind the same concept. The products offered by Planet Ayurveda are totally herbal and do not cause any kind of side effect. In case of any query kindly visit www.planetayurveda.com

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