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Treatment of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) in Ayurveda

Overview

Hemolytic uremic syndrome(HUS) is a serious condition which is marked by an abnormal activity of destruction of the body’s red blood cells and, consequently, a low platelet count. The condition can put affected individuals at a potential risk of kidney failure because the filtering system of the kidneys can get clogged by the damaged red blood cells.Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is, therefore, a condition which affects two body systems the blood stream and the kidneys. Besides leading to life-threatening kidney failure, the condition can also cause some other serious health complications, including heart problems, stroke, coma, high blood pressure, and intestinal disorders like inflammatory colitis.

Hemolytic-Uremic-Syndrome

Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) can affect both children and adults. The condition is basically of two types: Typical and Atypical. The main trigger for Typical HUS is a diarrheal infection which is usually caused by a particular strain of toxin-producing E. coli bacteria found in the intestines E.coli OH157:H7. However, Atypical HUS is not linked to any digestive tract infection, and has a comparatively less favorable outcome.Apart from the mentioned E.coli strain, some of the other causes of Hemolytic uremic syndrome includes the use of certain medications – like quinine sulphate, certain chemotherapy and immunosuppressant medications, and anti-platelet medications as well as HIV/AIDS or an infection with the pneumococcal bacteria. In some rare cases, the condition may get triggered in females due to pregnancy.

Symptoms of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

Some of the common symptoms associated with the occurrence of Hemolytic uremic syndrome are :-

Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Bloody diarrhoea
Blood in the urine or decreased urination
Bleeding from the nose and mouth
Minor, unexplained bruises
Fatigue and irritability
Paleness (pallor) or weakness
Seizures or confusion
High blood pressure
Swelling of the face, hands, feet or the whole body.

In addition to these symptoms, some other indications of Hemolytic uremic syndrome include: Dehydration, Anemia (resulting from abnormal destruction of red blood cells and low platelet counts), and Uremia (inability of the kidneys to remove waste products from the body).

Treatment of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

Timely and appropriate treatment is required in Hemolytic uremic syndrome, so that the patients especially children — can recover fully from the condition. The treatments which can alleviate the symptoms of the condition and prevent any further complications include: Red blood cell transfusions, Platelet transfusions, Fluid replacement, Plasma exchange, and Kidney dialysis.

For the management of Hemolytic uremic syndrome in a safe and natural manner, some excellent herbal products are available for renowned herbal manufacturing company, Planet Ayurveda. The products are prepared from pure herbs, under the guidance of expert Ayurveda practitioners.

Planet Ayurveda’s herbal products for managing Hemolytic uremic syndrome are:

1. Green Essential Capsules

A number of useful herbal ingredients are combined for the preparation of these capsules. The ingredients include: Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Spirulina (Spirulina platensis), Green tea (Camellia sinensis), wheat grass (Triticulum aestivum), and grape seed (Vitis vinifera).

The use of the capsules is beneficial in Hemolytic uremic syndrome because of their ability to provide nourishment to the brain cells, enhance brain functioning, boost immunity, help the body fight against free radicals, and manage skin disorders and other conditions.

Dosage :- 1-2 capsules with plain water, two times a day, after meals.

2. Punarnava Mandoor Tablets

The preparation of these tablets involves a combination of some potent herbs including Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Mandoor Bhasma (Ferric oxide calx), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Shunti (Zingiber officinale), Maricha (Piper nigrum), Pippali (Piper longum), Chavya (Piper chaba), Chitrak Mool (Plumbago zeylanica), and Vidanga (Embelia ribes).

Patients of Hemolytic uremic syndrome can benefit from the use of the tablets because they are helpful in eliminating toxins from the body, improving the quality of blood, increasing blood count, controlling cholesterol levels, and manages several disorders.

Dosage:- 1-2 capsules with plain water, two times a day, before meals.

3. Nephralka Capsules

Pure and standardized extracts of a number of herbs are used for preparing these capsules. The herbs include: Bhumi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri), Mooli satva (Raphanus sativus), Revandchini (Rheum emodi), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), and Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa).

The capsules can be useful for Hemolytic uremic syndrome patients because they can maintain healthy kidneys, help absorb fluid in digestive system, eliminates extra fluid from kidneys, manage constipation and diarrhoea linked to renal disorders, manage digestive disorders, treat urine infections, control blood pressure, rejuvenate immune system, and pacify aggravated Pitta and Kaphs doshas.

Dosage:-1-2 capsules with plain water, two times a day, after meals.

4. G-Plat Capsules

The capsules are prepared from some extremely useful herbal components which have the capability to manage a low platelet count, particularly if it is caused by faulty bone marrow function or bone marrow depression.

The patients of Hemolytic uremic syndrome can benefit from the use of these capsules which can be helpful in managing several conditions related to low platelet count. These conditions may include spleen disorders, different kinds of cancers, leukaemia, lymphomas, AIDS, and other disorders. In addition, the capsules also have the ability to manage gastro-intestinal disease, treat skin ailments, boost immune levels, treat ulcers, and alleviate stress and anxiety.

Dosage:- 1-2 capsules, two times a day.

5. Rencure Formula Capsules

The capsules are prepared from a combination of herbs including Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Palaash (Butea monosperma), Gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), and Kaasni (Cichorium intybus).

Hemolytic uremic syndrome can be managed with the help of these capsules which can treat kidney-related problems, eliminate accumulated toxins from the body, rejuvenate dying cells, ensure healthy flow of urine, and control the body’s vitiated Pitta and Kapha’ doshas.

Dosage:-2 capsules with plain water, two times a day, after meals.

6. Pitta Balance Capsules

For preparing these capsules, several natural ingredients are used, including Praval Pishti (Coral Calcium), Akik Pishti (Agate Calcium), Mukta Pishti (Pearl Calcium), Jawar Mohra Pishti (an Ayurvedic Calcium compound), Kamdhudha Ras (an Ayurvedic Calcium compound), and Giloy satva (extract of Tinospora cordifolia).

People affected by Hemolytic uremic syndrome can benefit from the use of the capsules which can promote the functioning of the immune system, support the digestive system, purify the blood, control blood pressure, balance the body’s Pitta dosha, and cure ulcers, acidity, and several other conditions.

Dosage:-1-2 capsules with plain water, once or twice a day, after meals.

Conclusion:-

Planet Ayurveda’s herbal products for the management of Hemolytic uremic syndrome are 100% natural formulations, which are completely vegetarian, and do not contain any chemicals, starch, additives, yeast, artificial colors, binders, fillers or preservatives.

Top 7 Pain Relieving Remedies in Ayurveda Without Aspirin

Painkillers or analgesics are one of most widely categories of medicines. Analgesics are used at every instance, either it is traumatic or other complications. These are used for a variety of health conditions such as joints pain, migraine, arthritis, stomach pain, toothache etc.

As per modern classification, there are two categories of analgesics:

Narcotics
Non-narcotics

The basic principle of these painkillers is that they break the message transmitted from the affected part to the brain through neurons. Analgesics either break the pain signals arriving from the body parts to the brain or interrupt the brain to receive the message by neurons transmitting the pain signals. The side effects of these analgesics are obvious such as nausea, diarrhoea, pruritus (itching sensation), tenderness, jaundice and severe pain in the right upper quarter of the abdomen.

It has been proved in the research that the treatment with a product containing diclofenac sodium as topical applicants is linked with liver dysfunction, resulting in severe hepatic reactions, liver transplantation or even death.

Management of Pain according to Ayurveda

Ayurvedic approach to pain is holistic and looks to place the root cause of the disease, in contrast to simply dealing with the symptoms only.
The classical Ayurvedic text specifies about the species of plants that are used for muscularity relaxants and for other pain management.
Ayurveda uses single drug or multiple drug mixtures of herbs as well as mineral compounds for relieving pain.

Ayurveda Categorises The Painkillers into 3 Groups

Local Analgesics
Central Analgesics
Body-ache medications

Local Analgesic : These analgesics are topically applied to a particular part of the body and include paste preparations such as Belladonna.

Central Analgesics : These analgesics are more powerful than local analgesics and sometimes are combined with strict dietetic restrictions such as Dhatura.

Body-ache Medications : These analgesics are used in Ayurvedic practice to fight against stress and fatigue. There are more than 100 plants in Ayurveda that are recognised to have pain relieving properties such as Patala and Balam.

Various Herbs and Plants Described in Ayurveda as Natural Painkillers are

Garlic for Earache:

Garlic has been traditionally used in rural India for earache.
Garlic contains certain active ingredients such as sulphur, selenium and germanium which have positive physiological effects on pain.

How to use: Pour 2 drops of warm garlic oil into the affected ear for 7-10 days until it is completely cured.

Honey for Mouth Ulcers:

As a part of lifestyle, Ayurveda suggests honey gargle for mouth sores.
It is recommended for better voice, improved speech and to prevent all types of infections and inflammation.
It is very effective in decreasing painfulness and heals the tissues as well.

Vinegar for Acid Reflux and Heartburn:

In a research, it was concluded that there are good results of vinegar in heart burn and acid reflux particularly the Apple cider vinegar.

How to use: Take 30 ml vinegar mixed with water after a heavy meal to make digestion and metabolism smoother.

Clove for Toothache Relief:

Cloves have been used by Indians since thousands of years. It contains eugenol which works as anaesthetic and has anti-bacterial effects.
It has also been reported that the consumption of 2 gm clove powder improves the cholesterol level and maintains pH in the gastro-intestinal tract that in turn avoids all kinds of oral infections.

How to use: Apply clove oil to the affected tooth or chew 1-2 cloves.

Ginger Root for Muscle Pain:

Ginger has positive effects on reducing swelling and stiffness as well. The main element of ginger is Gingerols that is effective in treating muscular pain.

How to use: Include 5 gm fresh ginger or 2 gm dried ginger as a part of your diet to prevent muscular and joint pains.

Treatment of Diabetic Pain with Turmeric:

Ayurveda suggests the use of turmeric as a part of diet to avoid the problems of diabetes as well as pain associated with it. It is considered as one of the most effective natural pain relievers known to exist and also possesses anti-inflammatory properties. It contains curcumin as an active ingredient which is responsible for its properties.
Turmeric decreases the pain and irritation experienced by patients suffering from arthritis, fibromyalgia, IBS, arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory properties.

Buttermilk for Pre-Menopause:

Ayurveda suggests buttermilk for pre and post-menopausal syndromes as well as for menstrual pain. It is also effective in curing vaginal infections as well as itching. It is also effective in curing yeast infection. It is quite favourable in treating gynaecological conditions.

How to use: Take a plain glass of buttermilk with cumin seeds. You can buttermilk twice or thrice a day. The calcium content in buttermilk dispassionate the physical and psychological irritability associated with PMS.

Cherries:

Cherries are packed with certain anti-oxidants known as anthocyanins which are responsible for giving them red colour and for relieving pain.
Research has indicated that anthocyanins, an active element in cherries is ten times more beneficial in lowering pain than common painkillers such as Ibuprofen without causing any side effects.

Epsom Salt Bath for Leg Pain:

Epsom salt that is rich in magnesium, is an excellent pain reliever. This remedy is also helpful for patients suffering from arthritis as it soothes leg pain. Salt also possesses anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties which makes it effective in relieving pain. Regular soaking of infected parts in warm salt water acts better than topical painkillers and antibiotics.

Massage/Snehana:

In the world of Ayurveda, oil massage or sneham is considered as a very rewarding therapy for treating pain and other ailments. It pacifies Vata, mobilises the toxins, maximises circulation and therefore relaxes the overall body.

Cumin:

Cumin is an aromatic spice and mild pain reliever.

How to use: For stomach pain, make a mixture of 1/3 tablespoon of cumin powder, a pinch of asofaetida and a pinch of rock salt. Mix and chew it thoroughly followed with a drink of warm water