Category: Liver Health

June 15, 2023

Ascites Symptoms, Causes and Herbal Treatment

Ascites

ABSTRACT

Ascites also known as Jalodara in Ayurveda is one among Udara Roga. According to Ayurveda Jalodara is the accumulation of water in the abdominal cavity exceeding 25 ml. It often occurs due to cirrhosis or other liver disease. Decreased digestive fire accompanied by unbalanced doshas causes Ascites. Symptoms such as abdominal heaviness and stiffness, shortness of breath, bloating, wheezing, edema of feet, and dilated veins are seen in Ascites. Let’s discuss it in detail.

Ascites

INTRODUCTION

Ascites are described briefly in Ayurvedic literature. According to Ayurveda, Ascites are caused by various other pathologies like heart disease, liver diseases, splenomegaly, kidney diseases, wasting diseases, etc. Ayurvedic management with drugs that increase digestive fire, hepatoprotective drugs, daily therapeutic purgation and only a milk diet that acts by breaking down the pathogenesis gives good results in ascites. Diet restrictions are majorly advised in Ascites.

MAJOR CAUSES OF ASCITES

  • Liver diseases like Liver Cirrhosis, Liver Cancer (Cirrhosis being the major cause).
  • Portal Hypertension
  • Heart Diseases
  • Pancreatitis
  • Hypoalbuminemia
  • Peritoneal Tuberculosis
  • Malnutrition

SYMPTOMS OF ASCITES

  • Large distended Abdomen
  • Protruded belly button
  • Lack of appetite
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion
  • Increased Thirst
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Coughing
  • Visible veins on the abdomen
  • Swelling in lower legs
  • Bloating
  • Painless swelling in the abdomen

DIAGNOSIS

  • FLUID SAMPLE: A needle is used to aspirate fluid from your abdomen.
  • BLOOD TEST : Initial investigations include cell count,differential,total protein.
  • IMAGING: Images of the inside of your abdomen are taken using ultrasound, MRI, or a CT scan.
  • LAPAROSCOPY: It is done to rule out the cause of ascites.

AYURVEDIC OVERVIEW

As per the Ayurvedic Point of view, Ascites also known as Jalodara is mainly due to blockages of channels (Strotas) causing heart problems, Kidney diseases, Portal Hypertension, and Liver diseases ultimately leading to Ascites. .It falls under the type of Udara roga. In Ayurveda, aggravated Vata gets accumulated in Udara between skin and muscle tissue leading to swelling, this is being termed as Udararoga. Procedures like Swedana ie. Sedation, Diuresis, Nitya Mridu Virechana ie . regular use of mild purgatives are used. Herbal drugs like Punarnava, Pippali, Haritaki, etc are used along with it drugs that are carminative and hepatoprotective in nature are used. Dietary measures like decreasing salt intake, only a milk diet is recommended.

TREATMENT AS PER AYURVEDA

Ayurveda gives effective results in Ascites by treating Agni (Digestive fire) and unbalanced Dosha. Through Nidana Parivarjana (avoiding causative factors), Agni Deepan (Provocation of digestion), and Nitya Virechana (daily therapeutic purgation followed with sodium restriction is used to treat ascites. Further treatment of ascites is given below:

Herbal Formulations Include

  • Powders: Patola Muladha Churana, Narayan Churan.
  • Vati: Arogyavardhini vati, Punarnava Mandoor Vati.
  • Ghrita: Panchakola Ghrita, Chitrak Ghrita, Nagaradi Ghrita.
  1. Herbal Drugs like Punarnava, Brihata Panchamoola, Shunthi, etc.
  2. Snehana (Oleation): It is used before the Panchakarma treatment. Dashamoola oil and Narayan oil is used in oleation therapy
  3. Swedana (Sedation): Swedan is done to remove toxins accumulated in circulatory channels.
  4. Virechana (Purgation): In Virechan there is induction of purgation to remove toxins from the body. Nitya Virechan is given in ascites. Castor oil with rock salt, castor oil with Triphala kwath, Kutki, Mustaka, Trivrita are used for Nitya Mridu Virechan.
  5. Shastra Karam: It is a surgical procedure done using an instrument. An incision is given on the left side of the abdomen below the umbilicus. A metallic tube is inserted through a puncture and accumulated fluid is drawn out. All the accumulated fluid is not drained out once and this procedure is repeated again. Administration of water is strictly prohibited after Shastra Karama.
  6. Kshara: The patient is given Tikshana Kshara with Gaumutra.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR ASCITES BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda offers the best combination of effective herbal remedies such as the Ascites Care Pack for the Ayurvedic treatment of Ascites. Ascites care pack contains medicines in the form of Tablets and Capsules. It is a polyherbal pack that contains Punarnava, liver detox capsules, jalodarari rasa, etc. For natural and herbal treatment always look for natural products which contain pure extracts and are formulated under GMP guidelines. Planet Ayurveda products are scientific and certified. They are free from any chemicals, additives, and preservatives. Products of Planet Ayurveda are formulated by MD Doctors and are 100% natural, pure, and free from side effects.

Product List

      1. Punarnava Capsules
      2. Water-EX tablets
      3. Rencure Formula
      4. Liver detox Capsules
      5. Jalodari Rasa

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Punarnava Capsules

Punarnava capsules are an effective formulation that contains a single herb ie. Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa). Punarnava is helpful in liver abnormalities and in decreasing the accumulation of water in the abdomen by removing excess water through urine.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice daily with warm water after meals.

2. Water-EX tablets

Water-EX tablets are herbal formulations that contain Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Varuna (Crataeva nurvala), and Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris). These herbs in Water Ex Tablets balance Kapha and Vata dosha and are diuretic, demulcent, and anti-inflammatory in nature. Therefore it is helpful in eliminating excess fluid.

Dosage: 2 tablets thrice daily with warm water after meals.

3. Rencure Formula

It is an effective formulation which contains Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Varuna (Crataeva nurvala), Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris), Palash (Butea monosperma), Kasni (Cichorium intybus). It treats kidneys by reducing their destruction, maintaining normal creatinine levels, increasing urine output, treating proteinuria and maintaining normal functioning of kidneys.

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

4. Liver Detox Capsules

Liver detox capsules contains hepatoprotective herbs like Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Makoy (Solanum nigrum ), Biranjasipha (Achillea millefolium-yarrow), Jhavuka (Tamarix gallica), Himsra (Capparis spinosa) Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Kasni (Cichorium intybus) which are helpful in removing toxins from liver and maintains fat metabolism. These herbs maintain normal liver activity by normalising liver functioning.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice daily with warm water after meals

5. Jalodari Rasa

It is a wonderful formulation that contains Pippali (Piperlongum), Maricha ( Piper nigrum), Tamra Bhasma (Calx prepared from copper), Turmeric (Curcuma longum), Jaipal (Croton tiglium), Snuhi ksheera (Euphorbia neriifolia). Tamra Bhasma in Jalodari Rasa helps in reducing abdominal distension/pain caused by ascites. It reduces inflammation caused by accumulated fluid by removing excess water from the abdomen./

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

Contact Planet Ayurveda Support Team to provide you the costing / ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or Call at 0172-521-4030 (India), +91-172-521-4030 (Outside India) or Whatsapp at (+91) 9915-593-604

CONCLUSION

Alternative treatment for ascites can help in treating ascites and reducing the symptoms of ascites. Water retention and edema in ascites can be easily tackled by Ayurvedic treatment, a good diet followed by precautions. Further complications of ascites can be avoided by following Ayurvedic treatment. Therefore Ayurveda is an authentic and well-proven solution for treating Ascites.

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June 8, 2023

HEPATIC SARCOIDOSIS- CAUSES, SYMPTOMS & TREATMENT IN AYURVEDA

Abstract

Sarcoidosis is a multisystem disease that involves deformity in different organs and systems of the body including lungs, skin, eyes, heart, nose, liver, spleen, kidneys, lymph nodes, nerves, and almost every part of the body. It is defined as the presence of granuloma in the affected sites. It can affect the person of any age group but mostly affects adults between the age group of 20 to 40 years. Also, women are more easily suspected to have sarcoidosis than men. In 10% of cases, the Hepatic sarcoidosis disease remains asymptomatic. We will be discussing the causes and symptoms of Hepatic sarcoidosis and herbal medicines to recover from the disease.

Hepatic Sarcoidosis

Introduction

Hepatic sarcoidosis is a granulomatous disease that involves liver deformity in several ways. The granuloma in the liver causes narrowing due to inflammation and causes fibrosis of the liver. A patient with Hepatic sarcoidosis is suspected of malignancy. There are four types of Hepatic sarcoidosis classified according to the degree of severity. In Hepatic sarcoidosis, most of the cases (80%) remain asymptomatic. The symptoms of abnormal liver functioning, spleen abnormalities, liver cirrhosis, portal hypertension, etc are seen. Liver failure is the worst complication of Hepatic sarcoidosis. It is an autoimmune disease and is well managed by Ayurvedic drug support.

Ayurvedic Aspect

According to Ayurveda excessive Kapha dosha aggravation and accumulation in particular organs leads to sarcoidosis. Accumulation of kapha dosha in the liver and its related nerve channels will cause Hepatic sarcoidosis. Balancing kapha dosha is the main step toward initiating recovery from Hepatic sarcoidosis.

Causes

  • The cause of Hepatic sarcoidosis is Sarcoidosis that involves the liver.
  • The cause of Sarcoidosis is unknown or includes genetic predisposition.
  • It is an autoimmune disease.

Symptoms

Symptoms seen in Hepatic sarcoidosis are

  • Fever
  • Jaundice
  • Nausea with or without vomiting
  • Abdominal pain (in the right upper quadrant)
  • Loss of appetite
  • Fatigue
  • Pruritus
  • Arthralgia
  • Weakness
  • Weight loss

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of Hepatic sarcoidosis includes

  • Presence of hepatic granuloma
  • Liver biopsy
  • Liver function test
  • CRP test
  • Blood tests

Treatment

The treatment of Hepatic sarcoidosis includes-

  • Oral medications
  • Corticosteroids

The steroids can show a negative impact on overall health and the immune system. Thus, to avoid the use of steroids to recover from such liver issues, you can choose Ayurveda for safe and effective treatment.

Herbal remedies by planet Ayurveda for the treatment of Hepatic sarcoidosis

Planet Ayurveda shows great results in treating such disorders using herbal medicines and panchakarma therapies that show a direct impact on liver functioning. Herbal medicines prepared by Planet Ayurveda are free from all sorts of toxic chemicals. The medicines prepared by Planet Ayurveda are tested for their efficiency before using them directly on the patients. Rasayan therapy is also indicated in many cases using various rasayan drugs and other herbal drugs that are listed below

Product List

  1. Kanchnaar Guggul
  2. Boswellia Curcumin
  3. Liver Detox Formula
  4. Phyllanthus Niruri
  5. Kalmegh Ghan Vati
  6. Yakrit Plihantak Churna

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Product Description

1. Kanchnaar Guggul

To maintain healthy cells and tissues of the organ liver these tablets are used that contain Kanchnaar (Bauhinia variegata), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Varuna (Crataeva religiosa), Tejapatra (Cinnamomum tamala), etc. Taking guggul is recommended under the strict guidance of your doctor to avoid overdose. It is used to maintain proper liver functioning by balancing the aggravated kapha dosha.

Dosage- Take 2 tablets twice daily.

2. Boswellia Curcumin

These herbal capsules are recommended to manage inflammation in the liver. It induces detoxification of the liver and elimination of all toxic substances from the body that may hamper liver functioning. Also, these capsules are useful in maintaining other forms of sarcoidosis and abnormal symptoms of other organs like kidneys along with the liver. Thus, these capsules have a vast potential to overcome fatigue, weakness, and low immunity-like symptoms due to Hepatic sarcoidosis.

Dosage- Take 1 capsule twice daily.

3. Liver Detox Formula

This ayurvedic formulation consists of herbs such as Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kaasni (Cichorium intybus), Jhavuka (Tamarix gallica), Himsra (Capparis spinosa), etc. All these herbs reduce the chances of recurrent liver infections. This formula is indicated in all types of liver-related diseases including hepatitis, jaundice, liver cirrhosis, elevated enzymes in the liver, etc. This formula cleanses the liver and revives the damaged liver cells by strengthening the whole body.

Dosage- Take 1 capsule twice a day.

4. Phyllanthus Niruri

This capsular formulation contains natural extracts of the ancient herb bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri). This herb has hepatoprotective properties that act as a good stimulator. These capsules have digestant, laxative, and liver stimulant properties. This herb acts as a diuretic and treats other several associated symptoms including asthma, bronchitis, urinary problems, etc. These capsules will treat all types of viral hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, and other liver-related issues very efficiently.

Dosage- Take 1 capsule twice daily

5. Kalmegh Ghan Vati

This classical preparation maintains liver enzymes by balancing pitta dosha and detoxifying the liver. Each tablet contains standardized extracts of Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata). Consuming these tablets along with other prescribed treatment medicines will boost liver enzyme production to maintain proper liver function. The fresh extracts of this herb are proven to act as the best medicine for liver-related problems.

Dosage- Take 2 tablets twice daily

6. Yakrit Plihantak Churna

As the name suggests, this herb is specially prepared for the correct functioning of the liver and spleen. This herb directly improves the general health of these two organs that indirectly energize the body. Its active ingredients like Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kaasni (Cichorium intybus), etc help regenerate damaged liver cells. It will work on the liver and relieve so many abnormal symptoms related to it and you will no more worry about those issues. This churna contains a life-saving herbal mixture that will show multiple beneficial outcomes in your body.

Dosage- Take 1 teaspoon twice daily.

Contact Planet Ayurveda Support Team to provide you the costing / ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or Call at 0172-521-4030 (India), +91-172-521-4030 (Outside India) or Whatsapp at (+91) 9915-593-604

Conclusion

To avoid any further damage to your body by ignoring the disease or by ignoring the side effects of using chemicals to deal with the disease, choose Ayurveda. You can recover your liver abnormalities by adapting some lifestyle and dietary changes in your life. To have a safe ayurvedic treatment visit www.planetayurveda.com and book your appointment now.

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