Category: Skin Health

October 9, 2020

Herbal Remedies for Bullous Pemphigoid

Abstract

Today, again we are going to discuss a rare disease about which research is still going on and the exact cause is still unknown but it is categorized under autoimmune diseases and it is a skin disease called Bullous pemphigoid. In this article, we will elaborate on the disease, its causes, the Ayurvedic aspect of the disease, herbal way to treat it, and about the dietary and lifestyle guidelines to be followed to manage this disease condition.

Bullous Pemphigoid

Introduction

Pemphigoid is a rare skin disease that produces various blisters on the body and bullous pemphigoid is one of its types. This is characterized by large fluid-filled bullae or blisters that are very painful and largely elevated on the skin and usually occur on the areas which we need to flex for the movement like the armpit, thigh, etc. This is an autoimmune disease and can occur at any age but the incidence ratio is high in old aged people and can affect both the sexes equally.

Ayurvedic Aspect of the Disease

As per Ayurveda, this is a Twak Vikara which occurs due to vitiation of all the tridoshas especially Pitta and Kapha dosha, and raise big blisters on the skin, which are filled with fluid, after affecting rasa (lymph), Rakta (Blood), mamsa (muscle tissue), and Meda (adipose tissue) dhatu in our body. And causes Kandu (Itching), Daha (Burning sensation), Ruja (Pain), etc.

What are the Causes of Bullous Pemphigoid?

  • As discussed earlier the cause is still unknown but the main issue of this disease is considered our overactive immune system which will attack our healthy cells of the body due to misdirection and misunderstand the normal cells as a foreign body and causes abnormality and reflects on our skin in the form of blisters.
  • There are some other causes:
  • Diet – Excessive consumption of hot, spicy, oily foodstuffs, abhishyandi food items (which causes obstruction in the channels), incompatible food combinations, etc.
  • Lifestyle – Excessive exposure to chemicals, ultraviolet rays, etc.
  • History of Autoimmune diseases like Scleroderma, etc.
  • Long-term use of steroids may result in skin issues.

Symptoms

There are various signs and symptoms:

  • The main characteristic feature of this disease is blistered and they are filled with fluid.
  • Areas that are affected more are the armpits, abdomen, knees, thighs, legs, etc.
  • Itching is quite common in these areas.
  • Multiple rashes like hives.
  • Laceration
  • Redness
  • Tenderness
  • Inability to move or flex the parts hence hampers the range of movement.
  • Burning sensation.
  • There will be pain and stiffness in the area.
  • Repeated occurrence.
  • Lesions may be associated with weakness, fatigue, etc.

Diagnosis

It can be diagnosed clinically on the basis of presentation of blisters but sometimes if it’s a long-standing one then may need a skin biopsy to know the chances of malignancy or to differentiate it from any other disease.

Treatment as per Ayurveda

According to Ayurveda, Bullous Pemphigoid Disease can be treated with the help of herbs and detoxification methods very easily. Like Virechana and Vamana are beneficial in such conditions. Internal medicines are beneficial for detoxification, blood purification, and healing the eroded skin. Planet Ayurveda contributes its best in dealing with this disease and offers the following medicines to treat Bullous pemphigoid.

  1. Manjishtha Capsule
  2. Pitta balance
  3. Gandhak rasayan
  4. Dermo plan
  5. Nirgundi oil
  6. Tea Tree Aloe Vera Premium Handmade Bathing Bar

Herbal Remedies for Bullous Pemphigoid

Herbal Remedies for Bullous Pemphigoid

1. Manjishtha Capsule

Purified manjishtha extract is used to prepare these capsules. This herb helps to dry up the accumulated fluid and subside the blisters. It also reduces the chances of developing new blisters. It helps to rejuvenate the affected skin. Along with anti-inflammatory action, it helps to correct the functions of the immune system.

Dosage : 1 cap twice daily, after meals with normal water.

2. Radiant Skin Hair Nails Formula

These capsules help to restore the normal skin complexion and reduce the redness and scars which may appear after the blisters. It helps to provide nourishment to the eroded skin.

Dosage : 1 cap twice daily, after meals with normal water.

3. Pitta Balance

This combination of cooling minerals and herbs will help to alleviate Pitta dosha in our body. It helps to modulate and strengthen the immune system, which is a basic cause for the production of this disease. It helps to reduce the burning sensation in our body.

Dosage : 1 cap twice daily, after meals with normal water.

4. Gandhak Rasayan

Purified sulphur will help to eliminate the toxins from the blood and purifies it. It’s a classical formulation that has immense actions on our skin and skin diseases. It helps to flush out the toxins and heals the skin at a rapid pace. It acts as an elixir in skin problems.

Dosage : 2 tabs twice daily, after meals with normal water.

5. Dermo Plan Syrup

A syrup formulated by Planet Ayurveda to deal with various skin problems that help to purify blood and skin and resolve the issues like itching, burning sensation, and skin sores. Various skin detoxifying and blood detoxifying herbs are used in its preparation that has a direct effect on our skin.

Dosage : 2 tsp. twice daily, after meals with normal water.

6. Nirgundi Oil

This oil has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory action on our skin hence helps to reduce the itching, redness, and burning sensation when applied over them and averts the chances of its spread.

Method of Application: After properly cleaning the area you must apply the oil locally.

7. Tea Tree Aloe Vera Premium Handmade Bathing Bar

This soap also has a good effect on disease conditions related to skin. It will help to soothe the local skin and clears it. Antioxidant-rich soap will provide a soothing effect on the affected and sensitive skin and replenish the skin cells.

Use : For local wash.

Some Useful Tips

Lastly, some guidelines which will help to get rid of this disease very fast:

  • Stop using the milk products, sour foods, and spicy foods as they may vitiate pitta dosha in the body which is the main cause of this disease.
  • Reduce salt and sugar intake.
  • Add a few things to a daily routine like – juice of Neem, Aloe vera, Amla, or Giloy.
  • Maintain proper hygiene.

Conclusion

Skin diseases can be managed some time with the topical steroids but can’t resolve completely. On exposure to various factors, the condition will reoccur. But Herbal medicines help to kill the root cause and treat them well. So, in the case of Bullous Pemphigoid, it is a better option to treat them naturally.

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September 4, 2020

Alternative Treatment of Mog Antibody Disease

ABSTRACT

The antibodies which are proteins that circulate in the bloodstream and a source of the body’s immune system target the MOG found on the outer surface of the ‘Myelin’(fatty proteins which protect nerve cells) of our central nervous system and causes inflammation in the optic nerves of the brain. According to the study, MOG Antibody Disease can affect individuals of all ages. It usually starts during the early- to mid-30s. The risk of developing the disease is slightly higher for women as compared to men. The article discusses the disease called MOG Antibody disease, its causes, symptoms, and natural treatment to treat the disease provided by Planet Ayurveda.

Introduction

MOG Antibody Disease is an autoimmunity based neurological disease that causes the occurrence of inflammation in the optic nerves or inflammation of the spinal cord or the brain. Myelin Oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) is a protein found on the surface or the outer layer of myelin sheaths of the central nervous system. The antibodies of MOG damage these protein layers and targets the immunity response hence affect the normal functioning of the central nervous system. The patient with MOG antibody disease suffers from inflammation of the optic nerve, spinal cord and the brain.

Mog Antibody Disease

Causes

MOG Antibody disease has no clear or exact cause. This immunity neurological disorder is caused due to the post abnormal infectious immune system response to MOG protein.

 Symptoms

Some of the symptoms of MOG Antibody Disease based on the damage caused by inflammation of the optic nerves, or the spinal cord are:

  • Vision problems like blurred vision
  • Eye pain
  • Complete vision loss (in rare cases)
  • Back pain
  • Weakness in arms and legs
  • Bowel movement problems
  • Vomiting and nausea
  • Extreme tiredness

Diagnosis

Diagnosis can be done clinically using radiography when MOG antibodies in the blood are found in patients who have repeated inflammatory attacks of the central nervous system.

Treatment

MOG Antibody disease can be treated using oral steroids, Plasma exchange, immunosuppressants and intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIGs). MOG Antibody Disease can also be managed naturally with the help of Ayurveda. The natural method of treatment is the ancient medicine system of India in which herbal therapies are used to treat diseases and Ailments.

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1. Ashwagandha Capsules

Ashwagandha Capsules from Planet Ayurveda contains an ingredient called trimethylene glycol which helps to calm the inflammatory symptoms. In Ayurveda, ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) also called Rasayana; is a herb that helps to maintain good mental and physical health. This amazing herb is known to reduce stress and nervous breakdowns by maintaining the stress hormone in the body. These ashwagandha capsules are very helpful in treating MOG Antibody disease as it has proven abilities to support nerve functions, improve brain health, reduce hypertension, and helps in reducing the nervousness during the panic attacks.

Dosage: 1 capsule two times a day after meals.

2. Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras

These tablets from Planet Ayurveda are prepared from a mixture of pure and effective natural ingredients, like Swarna Bhasma (Calx of gold), Suta Bhasma (a compound of purified Mercury and purified Sulphur), and Abhraka Bhasma (Calx of Mica), Loha Bhasma (Calx of Iron), Pravala Bhasma (Calx of Coral) and Aloe Vera juice. It is very useful in the Treatment of MOG Antibody Disease as it manages Vata dosha disorders such as paralysis, hemiplegia, facial palsy and tremors, maintain a healthy nervous system, and improve overall neurological health.

Dosage:1 tablet, two times daily after meals.

3. Curcumin Capsules

These curcumin capsules from Planet Ayurveda are prepared from the main ingredient ‘Curcumin’ found in Turmeric (Curcuma longa). Turmeric is known as an excellent Ayurvedic ingredient for managing various disorders like MOG Antibody Disease because of its anti-inflammatory properties and also helps in relieving the pain, reducing inflammation, strengthening the nervous system, and treats the condition naturally.

Dosage: Take 1 capsule, two times daily after meals.

4. Nourish-Maxx Power

This herbal powder by Planet Ayurveda specifically made from a perfect mixture of ayurvedic herbs known widely because of their known medicinal abilities. The powder consists of herbal ingredients like Shatavari (Asparagus Racemosus), Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera), Gokshura (Tribulus Terrestris). Nourish Maxx powder helps to provide natural treatment against MOG Antibody disease because the ingredients from this herbal powder work magically to strengthen the muscles, provide nourishment to the body and improve the functioning of the overall nervous system.

Dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful, two times a day after meals

5.Brahmi Capsules

These capsules from Planet Ayurveda are prepared from pure herbal extracts of ‘Brahmi’ herb (Bacopa Monnier). It works as a perfect brain tonic, support in promoting neurological health. Brahmi increases the serotonin levels in the brain which helps to keep the mind calm and provide relief to the mind hence promote good mental health and works effectively to reduce panic attacks. Brahmi capsules contain the herb which has great importance in the ayurvedic field in the management of neurological issues, relieving inflammatory conditions, hence helps to manage MOG antibody disease.

Dosage: Take 1 capsule, two times a day after meals with plain water.

6. Amalaki Rasayan Capsules

These capsules from Planet Ayurveda are prepared from the pure herbal extract of ‘Amalaki’ herb (Emblica Officinalis). These capsules help to manage MOG Antibody Disease as it is rich in iron, calcium, vitamins, essential amino acids, and antioxidants properties which help to reduce headache, blurred vision, any burning sensation in the eyes, eyestrain, dizziness, double vision, etc. It is also an effective herb that rejuvenates the body, enhances overall mental and physical health, supports the nervous system, and balances the body’s doshas.

Dosage: 1 capsule, two times a day after meals.

Conclusion

MOG Antibody disease is an autoimmune neurological disorder caused by inflammation of the optic nerves of the brain and the inflammation of a section of the spinal cord. Planet Ayurveda provides a wide variety of herbal and natural products. All these herbal products for MOG Antibody diseases are 100% natural and safe to use. These products from Planet Ayurveda help to cure the condition naturally, by strengthening the overall immune system and improving the functioning of the nervous system. These products are prepared according to ancient ayurvedic knowledge and principles.

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