Category: Skin Health

March 7, 2022

Natural Cure For Shingles or Herpes Zoster

Abstract

Skin is one of the largest organs and is helpful in covering the body from any kind of infection. It attacks like a shield for our body but there are times where our skin itself catches infection. Infection of skin is caused due to many other germs which could lead to mild or serious problems. This infection includes the viral infection which is caused by the virus and this includes Shingles or Herpes Zoster. In this article we are going to discuss Shingles in detail along with its herbal treatment.

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What are Shingles

Shingles or Herpes zoster are the type of viral infection causing rashes that are painful. Shingles can occur anywhere on the body but it mostly appears as a single strip wrapping around the right or left side of the torso. It is caused by the virus called varicella zoster virus and this is the same virus that causes chickenpox. It is not a life-threatening condition but sometimes can be very painful for the patient. But vaccinations can help in reducing the risk of developing shingles. If treated in the early stages it can reduce the risk of having any other complications in the patient. Some of the common complications that can be seen are postherpetic neuralgia causing pain even after the blisters have disappeared.

What are the Signs & Symptoms of Shingles

Here are some of the clinical features that can be seen in shingles including

If limited to one side then it leads to signs like:

  • Sensations like burning, tingling and numbness on skin along with pain.
  • Rashes might appear on skin which last for more than 2 to 3 days.
  • Sometimes the blisters are filled with fluid which can last for more than 2 to 3 weeks.

Other clinical features:

  • Chillness
  • Fever
  • Weakness of muscles
  • Headache
  • Pain in joints
  • Photophobia
  • Swollen glands
  • Fatigue

Other areas that can be affected are:-

  • Rashes commonly include the area of the spine and extend to the chest as well as abdomen.
  • This might also include the area including mouth, ears, face as well as eyes.

Complications

This can include complications like:-

  • Loss of vision:- If shingles spreads around the eye then that can cause painful infection in eyes leading to difficulty of vision.
  • Neurological problem:- It depends on the affected nerve and herpes zoster can also lead to encephalitis, hearing problem or facial paralysis.
  • Postherpetic neuralgia:- The pain can last for a longer duration even if the blisters have gone. This is known as postherpetic neuralgia. This can also cause damage to the nerve fibers and send confused messages to the skin.
  • Skin infection:- If the blisters are not treated properly then it might lead to further bacterial skin infection.

What causes Shingles

The main causative factor for Herpes Zoster or Shingles are Varicella-Zoster infection which is a type of viral infection. Any person who has been infected with Chickenpox in the past has a risk of developing shingles as the virus can remain dormant in the root ganglia for years. Maybe the virus can activate again resulting in herpes zoster or shingles.

Risk Factors

  • Older than 50 years:- It is most commonly seen in patients who are older than 50 years old.
  • People going through cancer treatment like chemotherapy or radiation might trigger their shingles.
  • People who have weak immune systems or have HIV or AIDS have high risk of developing shingles.
  • People who are taking certain types of drugs like steroids are at greater risk of having shingles.

How Can Shingles be Diagnosed

Commonly Shingles are diagnosed by the history of the patient as rashes and blisters can be easily seen on either side of the torso. Along with that tissue scraping or culturing is done for the examination.

Herbal Medicine Provided By Planet Ayurveda For Shingles

Planet Ayurveda provides a combination of herbal medicines not only in India but also other parts of the world. Each and every remedy is made from natural herbs that are free from chemicals, preservatives as well as additives. All of the medicines are made under the supervision of an MD Ayurvedic Doctor making it safe to use and free from side-effects.

  1. Mahamanjisthaghan Vati
  2. Pitta Balance
  3. Neurogenie Capsules
  4. Kaishore Guggul
  5. Gleaming Skin, Hair, Nails Formula

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Product’s Description

1. Mahamanjisthaghan Vati

It is made from different herbs like Musta (Cyperus rotundus), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia),  Vacha (Acorus calamus), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata),  Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa),  Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) and many more. It is one of the effective medicines for treating any kind of skin ailments including Shingles too. It helps in detoxifying the body and rejuvenating the skin along with reducing any kind of inflammation from the body.

Dosage:- Two tablets twice daily with water after meals.

2. Pitta Balance

It is helpful in balancing the Pitta Dosha of the body and is made from the combination of herbs like Praval Pishti, Jahar Mohra Pishti, Kamdudha Ras, Giloy satva etc. It is effective in restoring the good health of skin and clearing the complexion. As it helps in purifying the blood and naturally helps in reducing the disease. It helps in reducing any kind of muscle cramp from the body and relaxing them.

Dosage:- One capsule twice daily after meals with water.

3. Neurogenie Capsules

It is made from two powerful herbs especially beneficial for people who suffer from neurological disorders and it is common in patients with Shingles.The main two ingredients are Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and also Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). It helps in reducing any kind of inflammation from the brain and also helping in paralysis by improving the health of nerves. It acts as a nerve tonic as it helps in providing all the nourishment to the nerves and also increasing the strength of muscles as well.

Dosage:- Two capsules with water after meals twice daily.

4. Kaishore Guggul

It is made from different herbs like Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Amalaki (Phyllanthus emblica), Guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) etc. It helps in removing all kinds of toxins from the blood and also supports metabolism as well. It helps in reducing inflammation from tendons or any other type of swelling from the body. By purifying the blood it naturally helps in making the skin healthy and improving the complexion as well.

Dosage:- Two tablets with plain water twice daily after meals.

5. Gleaming Skin Hair Nails Formula

This herbal medicine is best for removing any kinds of skin disorder and is formed from herbs like Pit papda (Fumaria officinalis), Sariva (Hemidesmus indicus) etc. It is packed with anti-inflammatory properties which makes it naturally helpful in reducing all kinds of inflammation.   As the name suggests it is effective in protecting skin and hair as well by protecting them from any kind of infection. Being a blood purifier it naturally helps in making the body healthy both internally as well as externally. It is effective in treating ailments like rashes or blisters from the skin.

Dosage:- One capsule after meals with water twice daily.

Conclusion

Above mentioned article discusses everything about Shingles and its effect on skin which could be painful. Allopaths might provide medications for pain or other complaints but that won’t last forever and also might not remove the root cause of disease. While in Ayurveda there are many herbal medicines as mentioned above will help in removing the root cause and making the skin healthy. In case of any query kindly visit www.PlanetAyurveda.com. For more queries, you can send your queries to our email id herbalremedies123@yahoo.com.

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February 9, 2022

Ayurvedic Treatment For Southern Tick Associated Rash Illness (STARI)

Abstract

Southern tick associated rash illness is an emerging infection which is related to lyme disease. It occurs in the southeastern and central parts of the United states. This condition is also spread by ticks bite and according to a hypothesis the tick bite transfers bacteria Borrelia lonestari through the bite. But there is no evidence to declare that this condition is caused by the borrelia or there is no evidence that states that borrelia strain as a causative agent. In this article we will discuss mainly about the Southern tick associated rash illness and all the details associated with it.

Southern Tick Associated Rash Illness

Introduction

During 1980’s, the physicians practicing in the southeastern United states described a new illness which is characterized by the presence of a rash which is typical of erythema migrans and a mild flu like symptoms that was temporally associated with the bite of a lone star tick.over the next 20 years, the illness was given variety of names which includes southern lyme disease and masters disease. But the most widely used name is, southern tick associated with rash illness. At present the disease is considered as the syndrome of unproven cause that is clinically diagnosed on the basis of its characteristic skin rash, mild clinical course and occurrence in the areas where lyme disease is uncommon or not present.

Causative Organisms

Southern tick associated rash illness was presumed to be transferred to humans by lone star tick. But available data do not support this but mentions borrelia lonestari as the causative agent.

Signs and Symptoms

The rash that is associated with Southern tick associated rash illness is circular or elliptical in nature. It is a red coloured rash that typically appears within 7 days of tick bite. In addition symptoms include the following:

  • Fever of high grade
  • Headache, which sometimes is present and sometime its absent
  • Stiffness in neck
  • Joint pain of mild variety
  • Muscle pain

The rash is generally like a bulls eye rash at the site of infection and is called erythema chronicum migrans. Thi si similar to the rash which is found in Lyme disease. Though its symptoms are mild and resemble influenza.

Diagnosis of Southern Tick Associated Rash Illness

For diagnosing this condition there is no serological test that exists. The reason is the unknown etiological agent. Therefore, the diagnosis is generally done on typical rash appearance. The southern tick associated with rash illness is smaller, less variable in shape and has more central clearing.

Treatment of Southern Tick Associated Rash Illness

Generally after the bite from a tick, an individual is kept under observation or is watched closely for at least 30 days. Rest is as following:

A single dose of antibiotic doxycycline is given to the person whose being bit. But the antibiotic dose depends on certain factors like:

  • Person should have the tick attached to his or her body who can spread lyme disease.
  • The tick should be attached to the individual for at least 36 hours.
  • The person should take antibiotics within 72 hours of tick removal.
  • The individual should be 8 years or more in age and should not be pregnant or breastfeeding.
  •  In such cases a days to 4 week course of antibiotics is used to treat people who are being diagnosed with Lyme disease.

Common Choice of Antibiotics

Doxycycline, Amoxicillin, Azithromycin, Cefuroxime and Ceftriaxone. Some painkillers along with muscle relaxants for joint pain and stiffness are also being used.

Ayurvedic Aspect of Lyme disease

Lyme disease, if understood from an Ayurvedic point of view then lyme disease is caused by some angantuja karanas (bacterial factors) which are further responsible for dosha vitiation and this dosha vitiation is responsible for various symptoms that appear. Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia),  haridra (Curcuma longa), Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna) and many others which can enhance the body’s immunity to fight bacterial manifestation as well as manage the symptoms very well.

Herbal Formulations by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a leading Ayurvedic firm which deals with the manufacturing of herbal formulations. These formulations are prepared using potent herbs which are really effective in managing many conditions related to lower strength of the immune system and disturbances with its working due to bacterial manifestation. The formulations prepared by Planet Ayurveda do not contain any kind of adulterants, dyes, additives, fillers etc. These medications are really potent to manage various conditions arising due to infection causing agents especially conditions like lyme disease and are very fruitful hence giving positive noticeable results. The medication or formulations offered by Planet Ayurveda for the management of Southern tick-associated rash illness are as follows:

  1. Curcumin Capsules
  2. Boswellia Curcumin
  3. Navkarshik Churna
  4. Dashmoola Capsules
  5. Kaishore Guggul
  6. Aller G Care

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Product’s Description

1. Curcumin Capsules

Curcumin longa (haridra) is having curcumin which is one of its most effective chemical constituents. Curcumin Capsules are manufactured using this chemical constituent. These capsules potent to prevent or subside any kind of infection. Curcumin also has anti-inflammatory properties and is very useful in dealing with the inflammatory condition which are related to almost all the organs of the body. It also has a very good effect as an antioxidant and bears analgesic properties. Curcumin also acts as an immune system mediator and has very fantastic results in almost all the inflammatory conditions.

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

2. Boswellia Curcumin

Boswellia Curcumin is filled with anti-inflammatory properties as it contains two very effective herbs which are Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Curcumin (Curcuma longa). These both are really good as the best agents for reducing inflammatory conditions. Both of them are helpful in inflammation of the muscles, bones and tendons. They work by improving circulation and also contain analgesic properties that help in treating pain in the affected area.

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

3. Navkarshik Churna

The herbal formulation is prepared using triphala (amalaki (Emblica officinalis), vibhitaki, haritaki (Terminalia chebula) along with neem (Azadirachta indica), giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) and many other herbs. The navkarshik churna is very effective in skin infections or wound infections and also helps in subsiding the suppurative discharge from the infected area.

Dosage: One teaspoon of churna with lukewarm water twice a day after meals.

4. Dashmoola Capsules

Dashmoola capsules is filled with anti-inflammatory properties as it contains effective herbs like Bilva (Aegle marmelos), Agnimantha (Arani), Shalaparni (Desmodium gangeticum), Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum) etc.. These are really good as the best agents for reducing inflammatory conditions. They are helpful in inflammation of the muscles, bones and tendons. They work by improving circulation and also contain analgesic properties that help in treating pain in the affected area.

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

5. Kaishore Guggul

Kaishore guggul has many ingredients like amalaki (Emblica officinalis), haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Ginger (Zingiber officinale), black pepper (Piper nigrum) and many others. It is a classical preparation which is being used to remove toxins from the body and also supports healthy blood circulation. The formulation tends to show a rejuvenating effect on the body. This formulation is very popular for its fantastic effects. All over the formulation is very good for its anti-inflammatory properties and also gives very nice results in reducing suppurative inflammation.

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

6. Aller G Care

Aller G care capsules are prepared using haridra (Curcuma longa), Neem (Azadirachta Indica), Shirish (Albizia lebbeck) and ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). All of these herbs make it a very useful formulation to be used in the management of symptoms in this condition. The capsules are prepared from the standardised extract of these potent herbs and are really effective. 

Dosage: One capsule twice daily after meals.

Conclusion

Southern tick-associated rash illness  is very common in central Texas across southern  states along the Atlantic coast and for treatment people seek help from Ayurveda. Ayurveda has many hidden secrets and is always open to the world for managing and treating various types of disorders. The herbal preparations which are being mentioned above are totally potent in managing conditions like these. As mentioned before these formulations are totally herbal and do not have any adulterants or preservatives. The formulation has really wonderful results and can be used in any age group even in lactating and pregnant women too. In case of any query kindly visit www.PlanetAyurveda.com. For more queries, you can send your queries to our email id herbalremedies123@yahoo.com.

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