Category: Liver Health

August 22, 2023

Hepatic Sarcoidosis – Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment in Ayurveda

ABSTRACT

Before moving on to hepatic sarcoidosis, it is useful to look at sarcoidosis in general. Sarcoidosis is a disease that occurs when groups of cells in the immune system form red, swollen (swollen) lumps called granulomas in various organs of the body. Most are lungs and lymph nodes. But it can also affect the eyes, skin, cardiovascular system (heart), and other organs. However, hepatic (Liver) involvement is also common in sarcoidosis. Most patients with hepatic involvement are asymptomatic. So most of the time to find the problem is to find the high enzymes most of the time. Right upper quadrant pain, fatigue, itching and jaundice may be associated with liver involvement. Portal hypertension and cirrhosis are complications associated with chronic hepatic sarcoidosis. In this article, we cover what is Hepatic Sarcoidosis, its aetiology, symptoms, Diagnosis, and Ayurvedic overview of Hepatic (Liver) Sarcoidosis.

INTRODUCTION

Sarcoidosis is a disease of unknown aetiology characterised by the presence of disease-free granulomas that can affect many organs in the absence of disease, other autoimmune diseases, and exposure to foreign agents. The incidence of sarcoidosis is more in young adulthood and early 60s. Liver cirrhosis and liver nodules are some of the lung manifestations associated with Sarcoidosis.

Hepatic Sarcoidosis

LIVER INJURY IN HEPATIC SARCOIDOSIS

  1. Jaundice
  2. Liver Cirrhosis
  3. Portal hypertension
  4. Ascites

ETIOLOGY

The reason is unknown, but can be caused by many things:

  1. Environmental Factors
  2. Genetic Factors
  3. Immune Interactions

SYMPTOMS

The effects of sarcoidosis vary according to its severity and the organs it affects. Whether you have chronic sarcoidosis or the sudden or gradual onset of symptoms prevents the body from functioning properly. Symptoms may include:

  1. Hepatomegaly
  2. skin rash
  3. swelling of the face, armpits, or groin
  4. tiredness and exhaustion
  5. Headache

Rarely, if the disease progresses, liver damage (cirrhosis) or liver failure may occur with the following symptoms:

  1. Abdominal pain
  2. Yellow skin and eyes (Jaundice)
  3. Ascites (Abdominal edema)
  4. Dark urine
  5. Itchy skin

RISK FACTORS

Several risk factors can increase your risk of developing sarcoidosis, such as:

  1. Infection or poisoning if you have genetics
  2. Females are at high risk than males
  3. 20-40 years old
  4. Black, Japanese or Northern European

DIAGNOSIS

  1. Blood Tests: In most cases, your liver enzyme tests will likely be normal. However, the most common blood test abnormality in liver sarcoidosis is an elevated alkaline phosphatase.
  2. MRI
  3. Ultrasonography
  4. CT scan- Hepatomegaly

Liver biopsy

  • Liver biopsy reveals multiple noncaseating granulomas.

AYURVEDIC OVERVIEW OF HEPATIC SARCOIDOSIS

Ayurveda is a science of life aimed at improving the quality of life and treating the root causes of diseases. In Ayurveda, we can correlate liver sarcoidosis with the dhatugata vikara and the Ama (toxins). Indigestion, and staying awake, intake of dry or too-light food leads to vitiation of Vata dosha. Vitiation of Vata dosha along with Kapha and Pitta disturbs the normal cycle of the body and results in the formation of Ama. The presence of Ama can cause several health issues and if it starts spreading in your body then it starts destroying everything that comes in its way. Uncontrolled Ama in your body blocks the healthy flow of prana (life), and nutrients in the body. Ayurveda helps in the pachan of Ama (Removal of toxins from the body).

CAUSES OF AMA

  1. Improper mixing of food
  2. Overeating and unhealthy diet (especially fatty, sugary or fried)
  3. Irregular eating
  4. Disturbance in sleep pattern
  5. Stressful life
  6. Inactive for prolonged hours

SYMPTOMS OF AMA

  1. Heaviness
  2. Fatigue
  3. Indigestion
  4. Abnormal flow of Vata
  5. Heartburn

The following herbs are used to manage this condition:

  1. Neem
  2. Haridra
  3. Guggul
  4. Vasa
  5. Ashwagandha
  6. Tulsi
  7. Kanchnaar
  8. Amalaki
  9. Punarnava

Following herbal formulations that can be given in Hepatic sarcoidosis include:

  1. Giloy ghan vati
  2. Arogyavardhini vati
  3. Lavangadi vati
  4. Yashtimadhu ghan vati
  5. Tulsi ghan vati
  6. Shitopladi churna
  7. Ashwagandha rasayan
  8. Amalaki rasayan
  9. Haridrakhanda
  10. Triphala guggul
  11. Yograj guggul
  12. Guduchi satva
  13. Guluchyadi kashaya
  14. Patolkaturohiniadi kwath
  15. Nimbadi kwath
  16. Dashmularishta

PANCHKARMA PROCEDURES

  1. Nasya- administration of drugs by nasal cavity
  2. Raktamokshana- blood purification therapy
  3. Swedana- sweating therapy
  4. Snehana- oleation or lubricating therapy
  5. Viechana- laxatives (substances used to induce purging)

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR HEPATIC SARCOIDOSIS BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda is a manufacturer of Ayurvedic medicines derived entirely from plants. This medicine does not contain chemicals, additives or preservatives. All products are GMP certified and 100% vegan. Planet Ayurveda provides herbal remedies for Liver Sarcoidosis:

  1. KANCHNAAR GUGGUL
  2. BOSWELLIA-CURCUMIN
  3. LIVER DETOX FORMULA
  4. PHYLLANTHUS NIRURI
  5. KALMEGH GHAN VATI
  6. YAKRIT PLIHANTAK CHURNA

Herbal Supplements for Hepatic Sarcoidosis

Herbal Supplements for Hepatic Sarcoidosis

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. KANCHNAAR GUGGUL

It is a herbal tablet that includes the bark of Kanchanar (Bauhinia variegata), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellica), Guggul (Commiphora mukul), Trikatu (Zingiber officinale) and various other herbs. Kanchnaar has anti-inflammatory properties. It balances Prinicipal doshas- Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Amalaki has aphrodisiac properties (virshya) and helps to reduce the burning sensation. Amalaki is used for the detoxification of the body. It eliminates the excess ama dosha from the body. Haritaki prevents liver toxicity caused by some medications and balances the three doshas. Guggul is best for reducing the size of inflammatory cells. Trikatu is helpful in the regeneration of liver cells and it also improves the digestive fire and promotes the proper breakdown of food. Bibhitaki enhances the liver detoxification process.

Dosage: 2 tablets twice daily

2. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

Boswellia Curcumin is a polyherbal capsule. It is free of yeast, binders, fillers, starch, chemicals, etc. It contains shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and curcumin (haridra). It has anti-inflammatory properties, so it reduces inflammation and swelling. Shallaki is used to inhibit lipid peroxidation in the liver. Shallaki is also acting as a painkiller. Curcumin can reduce liver damage and has a dual impact on alcoholic liver injury.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily.

3. LIVER DETOX FORMULA

There are various herbs in these capsules that include Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) etc. Katuki is used to treat liver problems such as jaundice, relapsing fever, and viral hepatitis. Punarnava is used to reduce the symptoms of ascites caused due to liver diseases. Kalmegh is beneficial for the fatty liver. Haritaki can help increase the liver’s ability to remove toxins from the body.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily

4. PHYLLANTHUS NIRURI

It is a single herbal capsule that includes Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri). It helps to manage liver diseases. Bhumi Amla has hepatoprotective, antioxidant and antiviral activities that help treat liver disease and reverse liver damage.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily.

5. KALMEGH GHAN VATI

It is a herbal medicine containing Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata). It is widely used in liver diseases due to its hepatoprotective properties. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It removes toxins from the body and it also improves digestion. Protects liver cells from free radicals.

Dosage: 2 Tablets twice daily

6. YAKRIT PLIHANTAK CHURNA

It is a poly-herbal churna containing Bhumyamalaki (Phyllanthus niruri), Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata) etc. Bhringa is a powerful liver tonic, used for the treatment of hepatitis and liver cirrhosis. For the treatment of fatty liver, Kalmegh is used.

Dosage: 1 teaspoon twice daily.

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CONCLUSION

As a fundamental part of the human body, changes in its structure or function can have a significant impact. Therefore, care must be taken to avoid liver disease. Even after treatment, patients should have a clear understanding of health and wellness and behaviour and relapse should be avoided. The herbs that can be used for liver disorders are Kumari (Aloe Vera), Pippali (Piper longum), Draksha (Vitis vinifera), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Bhoonimba (Andrographis paniculata), and Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Bhoomyamalaki (Phyllanthus niruri) etc.

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August 18, 2023

Natural Healing for Chronic Liver Diseases in Ayurveda

Abstract

The liver is an important internal organ of our body. It helps in many body functions from digestion to metabolism. But due to many reasons, the liver gets prone to certain diseases that can be hard to treat and progress with time. We are going to discuss all the common liver diseases that hamper the liver and if not controlled in the acute stage becomes chronic and affects the body’s health directly. We will let you know the detailed management of liver diseases offered by Planet Ayurveda, further in this article.

Introduction

Chronic liver disease is a group of fatal diseases that affects liver health. These diseases progress slowly and affect the liver and body health due to their abnormal response. Some of the commonly found diseases in the liver at the chronic stage are-

  • Genetic liver diseases
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Autoimmune liver disease
  • Alcoholic liver disease

These are some common liver diseases in general that are found in chronic stages. The genetic diseases of the liver are found from birth and are hard to treat. Liver cirrhosis is an advanced stage of liver damage that results due to the ignorance of fatty liver, which can further change into liver cancer. The liver is the base for fatal Hepatitis infections that need appropriate management. Autoimmune liver diseases are very hard to manage and are managed till chronic stages.

chronic liver disease

Ayurvedic Aspect

Liver diseases in Ayurveda are known as ‘Yakrit Rogas’. Where yakrit refers to the liver and organs to diseases.  According to Ayurveda, yakrit is a seat of Pitta dosha. This pitta dosha makes the liver helpful in managing metabolism, digestion, and other essential body functions effectively. The aggravated pitta dosha will imbalance all the body dosha, and all the body functions led by it. Many liver diseases are recorded due to body imbalances. Some of these are treated fully like jaundice, but the impact of it remains forever, and some of them are long-term diseases that need long-term management.

Causes

The causes of the occurrence of liver diseases are many. While most commonly known cause that leads to these chronic liver diseases are-

  • Genetics
  • Alcohol consumption
  • Metabolic disorders
  • Drug abuse
  • Viral infections

Symptoms

Symptoms associated with abnormal liver disease are a lot. The range of symptoms that are associated with the liver is huge and includes all the abnormalities that a liver function fails to justify.

Common Symptoms are

  • Jaundice
  • Nausea with vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Fatigue
  • Mental confusion
  • Edema
  • Ascites
  • Abdominal swelling
  • Loss of appetite
  • Change in urine and stool appearance and patterns
  • Hormonal changes
  • Behavior changes
  • Causes abnormalities in other body organ’s functioning
  • Swelling in legs
  • Bruising
  • Spider angioma
  • Easy bleeding

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of liver disorders involves

  • Medical history evaluation
  • Blood tests
  • Liver function test
  • Stools and urine examination
  • CT scan
  • Ultrasonography
  • Liver biopsy

Treatment

Treatment of liver diseases includes

  • Anti-inflammatory drugs
  • Anti-viral drugs for hepatitis
  • Diuretics
  • Immunosuppressant’s
  • Treatment of complications
  • Diet and weight management
  • Liver transplant

Herbal Medicines by Planet Ayurveda for Chronic Liver Disease

Planet Ayurveda prepared various medicines through authentic ways in its pharmacy to serve the nation as well as the world with naturally prepared pure herbal medicines. The medicines prepared by the company are used in the management and treatment of many body and mental ailments. All medicines are free from toxic chemicals and do not contain harmful preservatives.

Medications by Planet Ayurveda recommended for the management of various chronic liver disorders are

Herbal Remedies for Chronic liver diseases

Herbal Remedies for Chronic liver diseases

Product Description

1. Yakritplihantak Churn

This Churna is prepared from extracts of Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri-that is supreme herb for keeping liver healthy), kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa), kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), etc. These herbs have the property to detoxify the liver by excreting toxins from the body through urine or other methods. This churna is helpful in many liver diseases including- Ascites, fatty liver, enzymes imbalance, etc. This churna along with other medicines can ease the symptoms of abnormal liver successfully.

Dosage- Take 1 teaspoon twice daily.

2. Liver Detox Formula

This is an herbal liver formula that balances all three body energies- Vata, pitta, and Kapha. These capsules contain herbs such as- Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Makoy (Solanum nigrum), Himsra (Capparis spinosa), etc. This formula is used in all types of liver problems, which work wonderfully by eliminating the toxins from the body. These capsules can regenerate the damaged liver tissues and cells in tissue damaging liver disorders. This formula can also be used as a supplement that can prevent the occurrence of any liver disease.

Dosage- Take 2 capsules twice daily.

3. Phyllanthus Niruri

This is a single herbal formulation that has multiple benefits for liver functioning as it contains purified natural extracts of Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri). The whole plant of bhumi amla is used for medicinal purposes. The hepatoprotective, anti-oxidant, and anti viral properties of bhumi amla makes it efficient to be used in all types of liver disorders, that may include Hepatitis, acute liver inflammation, chronic fever due to viral infections hampering liver, etc. This medicine is also a natural blood purifier and its anti-inflammatory properties help to reduce inflammation in many liver abnormalities very efficiently.

Dosage– Take 2 capsules twice daily.

4. Indian Echinacea Capsules

Indian Echinacea also commonly known as Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata) is standardly used in the manufacturing of these single herbal ayurvedic capsules. Kalmegh has Yakrit-uttejak (Liver functions sustenance) properties that work by balancing vitiated pitta and kapha dosha. It is a natural blood cleanser that purifies the blood impurities by eliminating toxins from the body. These capsules can work wonderfully in majority liver functions due to its immunity boosting, blood purifying, anti-microbial, anti-allergic, and immunomodulatory properties, etc. Viral hepatitis, jaundice, liver cirrhosis, and fatty liver are known to be treated with these capsules along with other medicines and proper treatment.

Dosage– Take 2 capsules twice daily.

Conclusion

Liver disorders are fatal no doubt and need proper management and care to stop their progression. They are long-term disorders that need long-term treatment. Ayurveda is best for long-term management due to the zero adverse effect rates of these medicines. Also, these herbal medicines have multiple benefits when consumed by the body. Do not think and do not delay, just book your appointment with an Ayurveda expert at www.planetayurveda.com. Heal yourself naturally with the magic of Ayurveda.

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