• Appendicitis is a medical condition in which inflammation of appendix takes place. Appendix is a small finger like pouch projecting from the colon or large intestine. It is present on the lower right side of the abdomen.
• People of any age can develop appendicitis. But it usually occurs between 10-30 years of age. It is more common in men than women.
• Appendix is a vestigial organ. It has no known function. However, it is made up of lymphoid tissue. Lymphoid tissue makes antibodies which helps in body’s defense mechanism. But the exact function of appendix is still unknown.
• When micro-organisms enter the appendix, inflammation of the tissue takes place. It leads to blockage of the pouch due to formation of pus and swelling. It causes pain. If left untreated, it can burst. Then all the bacteria will spill into the abdominal cavity and it will lead to peritonitis. It is a very serious condition.
• Pain usually starts around the navel and moves towards the lower right side. With increase in inflammation, the pain worsens and eventually becomes unbearable.

TYPES

Appendicitis is of two different types:

• Acute appendicitis
• Chronic appendicitis

Acute appendicitis

• Acute appendicitis is a sudden and severe case of appendicitis. Pain develops and intensifies quickly in just 24 hours. It requires immediate medical treatment. If not treated, can cause serious health implications.

Chronic appendicitis

• Chronic appendicitis occurs less frequently than acute appendicitis. It occurs in 1.5 – 2 percent people.
• Symptoms are less mild. However, they disappear and reappear within a few weeks or month or years.
• It’s diagnosis is difficult and thus more fatal.

CAUSES

Appendicitis is believed to occur due to obstruction of the pouch. But what leads to its obstruction is not exactly known.  However, there are  certain possible reasons for the blockage. They are:

• Accumulation of hardened stool
• Intestinal worms
• Enlarged lymphoid follicles
• Any tumor
• Abdominal injury
• Infection
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Cancer

SYMPTOMS

There are certain classic signs and symptoms of appendicitis :

• Sudden abdominal pain starting around the navel and then shifts to the lower right side
• Sudden pain starting from the right side of the abdomen
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Low grade fever
• Abdominal bloating
• Feeling of fullness
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Abdominal swelling
• Flatulence

COMPLICATIONS

If Appendicitis is not managed properly, it will burst and can cause serious health implications. These complications are:

• Peritonitis – when appendix bursts, the content in it such as bacteria, stool, pus, etc. will spill out in the abdomen and thus will cause infection in the abdominal cavity. It is a very serious condition and if not managed on time, can cause death of the patient.
• Abscess – a pocket of pus develops in the wall of appendix. This will stop the spread of infection to the other adjoining parts. But it can tear and then lead to peritonitis.

DIAGNOSIS

• The doctor will do the patient’s physical examination and look for the symptoms of the disease.
• He will recommend some of the medical tests also:
• Blood tests
• Urine tests
• Ultrasound
• Rectal examination
• CT scan
• Abdominal X-Ray

TREATMENT

• Appendicitis is an emergency medical condition. It needs to be treated on the spot. Surgery is the standard treatment of appendicitis. It is known as However, mild appendicitis can be treated with antibiotics alone.
• If there is abscess formation, then drainage is done.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF APPENDICITIS

• In Ayurveda, a disease occurs in body due to imbalance of the three doshas – vata, pitta and kapha.
• Appendicitis is caused by the aggravation of pitta dosha. It is caused by the unhealthy eating habits and sedentary lifestyle.
• Below are some of the herbs which help in relieving symptoms of appendicitis:
• Buttermilk: it is rich in probiotics and thus helps in mitigating bacterial growth in appendix.
• Mint leaves: Mint leaves relieves the feeling of nausea and vomiting.
• Fenugreek seeds: They prevent formation of pus and mucus. It helps in stomach ache.
• Green grams: They are anti-inflammatory and thus lessens pain.
• Garlic: It is having anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties, thus treats appendicitis naturally.
• Ginseng: It reduces pain and inflammation.

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE’S MEDICATIONS

The  Chandigarh Ayurveda Centre’s medications which are used for the treatment of appendicitis are:

• Panchsakar Churna
• There are five ingredients in this churna: shunthi, haritaki, trivrat, pippali and sauvarchala lavana.
• It helps in relieving flatulence, abdominal pain and constipation. It detoxifies the body.
• Recommended dose – 1 teaspoon with warm water at bedtime
• Sheet Dhara Syrup
• It consists of mushk kapoor, ajwain satva, peppermint, etc.
• It is good for belching, nausea, indigestion and bloating.
• It reduces abdominal pain and cramps associated with appendicitis.
• Recommended dose: ½ teaspoon in half cup water before meals twice a day
• Trikatu Syrup
• It contains dry ginger, black pepper, long pepper, etc.
• It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-oxidant and immune-modulator properties.
• Recommended dose – 2 teaspoons three times a day before meals
• Detox Premium powder
• It has the following ingredients: prawal pishti, shukta pishti, shankh bhasma, giloy satva, etc.
• It helps in balancing pitta dosha in the body, thereby, reducing inflammation, pain, etc in the body.
• Recommended dose – 1 satchet twice a day

• Appendicitis is a medical condition in which inflammation of appendix takes place. Appendix is a small finger like pouch projecting from the colon or large intestine. It is present on the lower right side of the abdomen.
• People of any age can develop appendicitis. But it usually occurs between 10-30 years of age. It is more common in men than women.
• Appendix is a vestigial organ. It has no known function. However, it is made up of lymphoid tissue. Lymphoid tissue makes antibodies which helps in body’s defense mechanism. But the exact function of appendix is still unknown.
• When micro-organisms enter the appendix, inflammation of the tissue takes place. It leads to blockage of the pouch due to formation of pus and swelling. It causes pain. If left untreated, it can burst. Then all the bacteria will spill into the abdominal cavity and it will lead to peritonitis. It is a very serious condition.
• Pain usually starts around the navel and moves towards the lower right side. With increase in inflammation, the pain worsens and eventually becomes unbearable.

TYPES

Appendicitis is of two different types:

• Acute appendicitis
• Chronic appendicitis

Acute appendicitis

• Acute appendicitis is a sudden and severe case of appendicitis. Pain develops and intensifies quickly in just 24 hours. It requires immediate medical treatment. If not treated, can cause serious health implications.

Chronic appendicitis

• Chronic appendicitis occurs less frequently than acute appendicitis. It occurs in 1.5 – 2 percent people.
• Symptoms are less mild. However, they disappear and reappear within a few weeks or month or years.
• It’s diagnosis is difficult and thus more fatal.

CAUSES

Appendicitis is believed to occur due to obstruction of the pouch. But what leads to its obstruction is not exactly known.  However, there are  certain possible reasons for the blockage. They are:

• Accumulation of hardened stool
• Intestinal worms
• Enlarged lymphoid follicles
• Any tumor
• Abdominal injury
• Infection
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Cancer

SYMPTOMS

There are certain classic signs and symptoms of appendicitis :

• Sudden abdominal pain starting around the navel and then shifts to the lower right side
• Sudden pain starting from the right side of the abdomen
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Low grade fever
• Abdominal bloating
• Feeling of fullness
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Abdominal swelling
• Flatulence

COMPLICATIONS

If Appendicitis is not managed properly, it will burst and can cause serious health implications. These complications are:

• Peritonitis – when appendix bursts, the content in it such as bacteria, stool, pus, etc. will spill out in the abdomen and thus will cause infection in the abdominal cavity. It is a very serious condition and if not managed on time, can cause death of the patient.
• Abscess – a pocket of pus develops in the wall of appendix. This will stop the spread of infection to the other adjoining parts. But it can tear and then lead to peritonitis.

DIAGNOSIS

• The doctor will do the patient’s physical examination and look for the symptoms of the disease.
• He will recommend some of the medical tests also:
• Blood tests
• Urine tests
• Ultrasound
• Rectal examination
• CT scan
• Abdominal X-Ray

TREATMENT

• Appendicitis is an emergency medical condition. It needs to be treated on the spot. Surgery is the standard treatment of appendicitis. It is known as However, mild appendicitis can be treated with antibiotics alone.
• If there is abscess formation, then drainage is done.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF APPENDICITIS

• In Ayurveda, a disease occurs in body due to imbalance of the three doshas – vata, pitta and kapha.
• Appendicitis is caused by the aggravation of pitta dosha. It is caused by the unhealthy eating habits and sedentary lifestyle.
• Below are some of the herbs which help in relieving symptoms of appendicitis:
• Buttermilk: it is rich in probiotics and thus helps in mitigating bacterial growth in appendix.
• Mint leaves: Mint leaves relieves the feeling of nausea and vomiting.
• Fenugreek seeds: They prevent formation of pus and mucus. It helps in stomach ache.
• Green grams: They are anti-inflammatory and thus lessens pain.
• Garlic: It is having anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties, thus treats appendicitis naturally.
• Ginseng: It reduces pain and inflammation.

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE’S MEDICATIONS

The  Chandigarh Ayurveda Centre’s medications which are used for the treatment of appendicitis are:

• Panchsakar Churna
• There are five ingredients in this churna: shunthi, haritaki, trivrat, pippali and sauvarchala lavana.
• It helps in relieving flatulence, abdominal pain and constipation. It detoxifies the body.
• Recommended dose – 1 teaspoon with warm water at bedtime
• Sheet Dhara Syrup
• It consists of mushk kapoor, ajwain satva, peppermint, etc.
• It is good for belching, nausea, indigestion and bloating.
• It reduces abdominal pain and cramps associated with appendicitis.
• Recommended dose: ½ teaspoon in half cup water before meals twice a day
• Trikatu Syrup
• It contains dry ginger, black pepper, long pepper, etc.
• It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-oxidant and immune-modulator properties.
• Recommended dose – 2 teaspoons three times a day before meals
• Detox Premium powder
• It has the following ingredients: prawal pishti, shukta pishti, shankh bhasma, giloy satva, etc.
• It helps in balancing pitta dosha in the body, thereby, reducing inflammation, pain, etc in the body.
• Recommended dose – 1 satchet twice a day

• DIPTHERIA is a deadly bacterial infection that affects the mucous membrane of the nose and throat
• Incubation period of diphtheria is 4 to 6 days.
• This bacteria affects both skin and respiratory tract
• It multiplies in the throat or nose.
• Diphtheria is occurs in the winter season more and also at any time
• Diptheria is a contagious disease that easily spreads people to another people
• Diptheria is prevented through vaccination
• Bacteria most commonly infect your nose and throat.
• DPT (Diphtheria- Tetanus – Pertussis ) vaccine is very essential for diphtheria and must be given to every child and adults also must be given as its benefits are lowered to minimum as the age increases.
• The first dose of diphtheria vaccine recommended to be given at 6 weeks of age.
• For adolescents and adults, the combined diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis vaccine is preferred, if not given in childhood

SYMPTOMS OF DIPHTHERIA:

• Gray membrane covering the throat and tonsils
• A sore throat and hoarseness
• Difficulty breathing
• rapid breathing
• Nasal discharge
• Fever and chills
• Tiredness
• swollen glands in the neck
• loud, barking cough
• sore throat
• bluish skin
• drooling
• feeling of uneasiness or discomfort
• changes in vision
• slurred speech
• pale and cold skin
• sweating
• rapid heartbeat

CAUSES OF DIPTHERIA:

• A type of bacteria called Corynebacterium diphtheriae causes diphtheria.
• Touching objects that have the bacteria on them, such as a cup or used tissue.
• Airborne droplets infected person when they sneeze, cough, or blow their nose Diphtheria spreads easily this way, especially in crowded conditions.
• Contaminated personal or household items. People catch this disease from touching or handling an infected person’s things like infected persons tissues, towels

COMPLICATIONS OF DIPTHERIA:

• Blockage in windpipe and this cause suffocation and leads to heart disease and affect kidney, brain too
• This cause weakened muscles fibers which are not properly contract and then this leads to heart failure
• In children occur large tonsils and adenoids especially without given vaccination in infancy

AS THE INFECTION PROGRESSES, THE PERSON MAY:

• Complain of double vision.
• Have slurred speech.
• signs of going into shock.
• Sometimes diphtheria may also lead to heart failure or arrhythmia.

TREATMENT:

• Antibiotics
• Injected antitoxins

PREVENTIONS:

• Avoid having contact with infected person.
• People travelling to countries where diphtheria is common should have a full course of immunisation
• People with diphtheria need to be kept in isolation until they are certified to be free of the disease.

NATURAL CURE FOR DIPHTHERIA:

• Garlic: Garlic is an effective home remedy for curing various ailments, including diphtheria

2-3 crushed garlic cloves can help cure this disease.

• Pineapple: Drinking fresh juice of pineapple may help remove the throat deposits and improving the symptoms of this infection.
• Basil leaves: The antibacterial properties in basil leaves can help cure respiratory infections.
• Passionflower help reduce the symptoms of diphtheria symptoms
• Castor leaves: Castor leaves contain anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties, which can help treat the condition
• Turmeric (Curcuma longa-)In an uncontrolled trial in India, 60% of asthma patients given 6-12grams of turmeric powder that had been fryed in ghee showed a relief in their symptoms
• Normal salt good option for a sore throat
• Mixture of Herbs paste of castor leaves, drumstick leaves, and garlic and also gargle this paste with lukewarm water
• Vitamin C: Helps reduce the pain and inflammation.
• Allicin: This is a powerful antibacterial and antiviral. Working with the vitamin C in garlic, allicin has been shown to be helpful in fighting against common infections
• Verbena Leaf Clears Heat and dispels toxicity. Moves Blood and unblocks Stasis. Encourages urination and lessens edema.
• Dwarf Lilyturf Root Lubricates and nourishes the Stomach. Soothes the Lung. Nourishes the Heart

CAC MEDICATIONS:

 

1. GILOY CAPSULES –

It is a pure herbal formulation. Giloy is known as Amrita which means immortality. So due to its abundant properties giloy is termed as Amrita. We can use it as powder, syrup, tablets and capsules. Capsules of giloy are 100% safe and effective in nature. It is known as best Rasayan of ayurveda that help to Rejuvenate your body . It has anti oxidant, anti bacterial, anti fungal and anti microbial properties. it boost up immune system of the body and helps to treat any kind o infections. It plays an important role in respiratory disorders.

Dosage: Take 1 cap twice daily after meal with plain water.

 

2. TRIPHLA SYRUP –

It is pure herbal combination of three ayurvedic herbs Bibhitaki, Haritaki and Amla. It will cure the problem at root level and help you live a healthy and active life. it has various fuctions like purification of blood, build up immunity, remove toxins from body, balances all the three doshas of body and works in all respiratory ailments. remove extra phlegm, chest congestion, cough, cold and sore throat. it has anti -inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It is free from any chemicals, additives, colors and fillers.

Dosage: 2 tsp twice daily before or after meal as recommended by physician.

 

3. AMRIT TULSI RAS –

Amrit tulsi ras is an herbal combination in droplet form prepared from five types of Tulsi named Shama Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Rama Tulsi (Ocimum gratissium), Kapoor Tulsi (Ocimum canum), Shwet Tulsi (Ocimum basilicum), Nimba Tulsi (Ocimum citriodorum) that provides good result in all allergic reactions. The properties of tulsi are known by every common person around. it has great anti- oxidant, antiseptic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory and anti microbial properties. So it works against infection causing organism. It is useful in tonsillitis, bronchitis, nasal congestion, asthma, another respiratory ailments.

 

Dosage: Take two to three drops twice daily.

4. KANTHA SUDHARAK TAB –

Kantha Sudharak Vati is a pure herbal formulation of CAC which provides a soothing effect and acts as an expectorant herb that gives relief in throat problems. It reduces the stickiness due to Kapha DOSHAS in the oral cavity and removes s bad breathe. It is herbal combination without any added chemical, preservatives and fillers and Soothes the inflammation of the throat

• Chronic fatigue syndrome is also called Myalgic encephalomyelitis or Systemic exertion intolerance disease (SEID). This disease is characterized by extreme tiredness or pain in the whole body. The tiredness doesn’t go away with rest.
• The exact reason of the disorder is not completely understood but there can be a combination of factors underlying it such as stress, any infection, etc.
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is often seen among women especially after 40’s. But it can also affect men.
• The disease usually lasts for six months or more. The fatigue worsens with increased physical or mental activity. It thus affects patient’s daily tasks.

CAUSES OF CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

The cause of the chronic fatigue syndrome is not exactly known. But it is speculated that it can be due to a variety of factors:

• Weakened immune system
• Viral infections such as Epstein-Barr virus, human herpes virus, rubella virus, etc.
• Hormonal imbalances
• Physical trauma
• Psychological stress
• Genetic predisposition towards the disease

RISK FACTORS OF CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

There are some factors which make the person more vulnerable to the disorder. These are:

• Women are four times more affected than men
• Family history
• Any recent infection like flu, cold, stomach infection
• Exposure to toxins
• Having any mental disorder such as depression, anxiety
• Early abuse or trauma
• Family problems

SYMPTOMS OF CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

Symptoms of chronic fatigue disorder vary in individuals. It can be from mild to severe. Following are the symptoms:

• Feeling tired all the time
• Muscle ache
• Pain in joints
• Numbness in hands and feet
• Lack of concentration
• Anxiety
• Decreased libido(sexual drive)
• Hair loss
• Abnormal heart rate
• Difficulty in sleeping
• Gastric problems
• High stress levels
• Extreme exhaustion after physical exercise
• Vision problems
• Muscle cramps
• Seizures

COMPLICATIONS OF CFS

Some of the complications which arise in chronic fatigue syndrome, if not treated are:

• Increased absents on work
• Social isolation as patient always feels tired
• Lifestyle restrictions
• Depression

DIAGNOSIS OF CFS

• Chronic fatigue syndrome is a complex disorder, so it is difficult to diagnose.
• The doctor will do a thorough physical examination. He will look for core symptoms of the disease and rule out other health conditions.
• He will ask patient about his feelings, thoughts and emotions and will thus get his psychological assessment.

 AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

• In Ayurveda, chronic fatigue syndrome is called Balakshaiya
• It occurs due to imbalance of the three doshas of the body- vata, pitta and kapha, resulting in health complications.
• Main dosha which is affected is vata dosha. It makes the nervous system weak and thus causes pain and tenderness in the whole body.
• Due to vata imbalance, there occurs cognitive disorders and sleep disturbances.
• Ayurveda focuses on pacifying the vata dosha. It adds rasayan herbs which help in rejuvenation of tissues and increases strength of nervous system. It thus helps in mind relaxation.
• Some of the methods used in Ayurveda are:
• Abhyanga – It is massage with warm herbal oils. It helps in restoring energy.
• Shirodhara – A liquid either decotion or oil is poured over forehead. It helps in relieving stress.
• Yoga – It rejuvenates the body systems
• Panchkarma – It is a detoxification process which eliminates toxins.
• Rasayan therapy – Herbs are given to patient which relaxes both mind and body. Herbs used are – ashwagandha, shilajit, guggul, etc.

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE’S MEDICATIONS FOR CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

Here are some of the medications which are given for the treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome:

• Rasayan vati
• It contains several herbs such as Aswagandha, Shilajeet, Amla, Kesar, Musali, Shatavar, Brahmi Abhrak Bhasam etc.
• It works as an anti-inflammatory, anti- antioxidant, antipyretic and analgesic.
• It also strengthens immune system, thereby removing general weakness of the body.
• It relaxes mind and helps in curing psychological disorders.
• Recommended dose– 1 tablet twice a day after meals
• Brodley syrup
• It contains Shankhpushpi, Dhania, Saunf, Yashtimadhu
• It increases blood flow to the brain and thus increases memory.
• This syrup acts as an anti-depressant and thus helps in reducing stress level
• Recommended dose– 2 teaspoonful twice a day.
• Stress care tablet
• Stress care tablet contains Brahmi, Jatamansi and Sarpgandha .
• It is a brain tonic. It thus relieves anxiety and depression .
• Recommended dose– 1 tablet two times a day with normal water.
• Re active powder
• Re active powder consists of Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Shudh shilajeet,etc.
• Re active powder increases body’s stamina. It provides extra bone strength.
• It maximizes muscle growth and power . Thus it is very helpful in treating chronic fatigue syndrome.
• Recommended dosage– 1 teaspoon with milk twice a day
• SHATAVR CHURAN
• It helps the body to cope with physical and emotional stress
• It is a general health tonic for both men and women.
• It is anti- inflammatory, anti-oxidant and an immunity booster.
• Recommended dose– 3-6grams twice a day with milk

 

• Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder which can be serious and life-threatening. It is characterized by an abnormally low weight and an intense fear of gaining weight.
• People with anorexia limit their number of calories and due to this, they extremely restrict their diet. They, thus, lose weight but their body’s weight-height ratio is not proportionate.
• Anorexia nervosa often occurs in teenage years or early adulthood, but it can sometimes begin before teenage or in later life.
• In this, the person does excessive exercise or purges the food he has eaten by intentional vomiting or misuse of laxatives.
• Anorexia isn’t really about food, it often involves emotional challenges and can be life threatening sometimes. It is an obsessive eating disorder.
• A research has shown that females are not the only victims of the disease. It is very common among transgender also.

CAUSES

The exact cause of anorexia is not known as it is a complex condition. People suffering from anorexia actually develops a negative body image. Thus, it is a combination of various psychological, biological and environmental factors:

• Psychological: Person with anorexia may be suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder. This makes him follow more strict diet and forgo food despite being hungry. They may also show signs of extreme anxiety.
• Biological: There are some genes which make the person more prone to anorexia. Although it’s not yet clear which genes are involved, but it can be linked to it.
• Environmental: In today’s world, thinness is preferred. A person becomes more influential and smart if he/she is thin. So peer pressure helps fuel the desire of getting slim, especially among young girls.

SYMPTOMS

People with anorexia show symptoms at different levels. Some are the physical signs and symptoms and other are emotional and behavioral signs.

Physical symptoms

• Extreme weight loss
• Yellowish and blotchy skin
• Thinning of hair
• Fatigue
• Sleeplessness
• Dizziness
• Bluish discoloration of fingers
• Constipation
• Absence of menstruation
• Abdominal pain
• Dry skin
• Slow heart rate
• Low blood pressure
• Swelling of arms and legs
• Dehydration

Emotional and behavioral symptoms

• Exercising excessively
• Extreme dieting or fasting
• Some people first do binge eating and then purge, either by self-induced vomiting or using laxatives or enema.
• Skipping meals
• Making excuses for not eating food
• Eating food which is low in fat and calories
• Spitting food out after chewing
• Repeatedly checking weight because of fear of gaining weight
• Frequent seeing of her body figure in the mirror
• Complaining about being fat
• Always feeling low
• Avoid social gatherings
• Irritability
• Insomnia
• Feeling overweight, though she is underweight
• Going to the bathroom right after eating

RISK FACTORS

People of any age can develop anorexia. However, it is more common among girls. There are certain factors which put people at a greater risk for developing anorexia.

Following are the risk factors:  

• Having a sibling or any of the close relative diagnosed with anorexia
• Adolescents and young adults
• Girls at any age as they are more conscious about their body figure
• Excessive dieting can later lead to anorexia
• More common in people of certain professions like models, runners, gymnasts, wrestlers and dancers
• Some big changes in life like getting an admission into a college, new school or job, relationship breakup
• History of psychiatric disorders
• History of sexual abuse

PREVENTION

• There is no proven way to prevent anorexia nervosa. But a thorough examination by the physician can help in looking out for symptoms of the disease. This helps in diagnosis and thus early treatment of the disease.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF ANOREXIA NERVOSA

• In Ayurveda, anorexia nervosa is called ARUCHI. It is caused by aggravation of vata, pitta and kapha disorders and by the increase of rajas and tamas gunas leading to increased fear, anger and stress. This causes indigestion of food as ama forms. It blocks gastrointestinal channels and thus causes aruchi.
• There are different methods in Ayurveda which are used for treatment of Anorexia Nervosa. Following are the ways :
• Kavala and gandoosh
• It is also called oil pulling. In this, the oil is being hold in the mouth for sometime.
• It cleanses toxins in the mouth and thereby stimulates appetite.
• Deepana and Pachana
• It focuses on balancing the digestive system as it is imbalanced in anorexia
• Some herbs and a particular diet is used that helps in digestion of ama, thereby increasing the digestive fire.
• Abhyanga
• In this, massage of whole body is done with warm oils.
• Oil is applied from top of the head to bottom of the feet
• It helps in reducing stress levels
• Shirodhara
• It is a technique in which liquid is poured by someone on the patient’s head
• The liquid is either herbal oil or a decoction
• It is sometimes combined with abhyanga
• It helps in lowering down anxiety levels
• Virechana
• It is a part of panchkarma therapy
• It is a controlled drug induced purging process which eliminates toxins from the body, thereby unblocking the body channels. This cause an increase in appetite.

CHANDIGARH AYURVEDA CENTRE’S (CAC) MEDICATIONS

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurvedic Centre which are used in Anorexia nervosa :

Brain relaxant churna

• This churna helps in rejuvenating brain cells and increases the concentration by relaxing the brain.
• It works as an anti-depressant and cures indigestion.
• Some of the herbs which are present in the churna are: Amla (Emblica officinalis), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Marich (Piper nigrum), Haldi (Curcuma longa), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Suddha Gandhak, Lauha Bhasma .
• Recommended dose – 1 tablespoon twice a day

Trikatu tablet

• It helps in eliminating excessive kapha or mucous from the body.
• It manages weight, removes ama and detoxify the body.
• Recommended dose: 1 tablet twice a day

Active plus tablet

• It is a herbo-mineral formulation, good for patient’s physical and mental health. It refreshes the mind and body.
• Recommended dose: 1 satchet twice a day

OVERVIEW

• Bipolar disorder is also called Maniac depression. In this disease, the patient experiences extreme mood swings.
• Persons with bipolar disorder undergo changes in energy and activity levels which makes their day to day life difficult. However, the impact varies between different individuals.
• Normally, people experience mood changes in their daily life but bipolar disorder patients have more intense mood changes. Some people experience hallucinations, delusions and paranoia. The mood changes last for a few hours.
• Bipolar disorder can make a persons’ relations bitter with their loved ones. They find themselves unable to work in a group or a team.
• It runs in families. Most of the people having bipolar disorder have a relative suffering from the disease.
• Bipolar disorder doesn’t have a permanent cure but with treatment symptoms can be controlled. Patient learns how to manage mood episodes, thereby improving his quality of life.
• Between the mood episodes, the person’s mood may remain stable for months or years, especially if they are having a treatment.

TYPES

There are three different types of bipolar disorder:

• Bipolar disorder I
• Bipolar disorder II
• Cyclothymia

BIPOLAR I

• In bipolar disorder I, the person has experienced one episode of mania.
• Patient may have had a major depression episode before.

BIPOLAR II

• People with bipolar disorder II shows episodes of hypomania with state of depression. The depression is the dominant state.
• This is more common in women.

CYCLOTHYMIA

• Patients suffering from cyclothymia have episodes of hypomania and depression but the symtoms are less severe than those caused by bipolar I and bipolar II.

CAUSES

Bipolar disorder arises by a combination of factors. However, the exact cause is unknown. Following are the factors:

• Genetics – more common in people with first degree relative suffering from the disease like a sibling or a parent
• Biological – there is some kind of physical changes in brain leading to imbalance in neurotransmitters or hormones affecting the brain.
• Environmental – life events like sexual abuse, loss of a relative or any other traumatic event

SYMPTOMS

People having bipolar disorder show various symptoms. These symptoms vary between individuals. In some people, an episode can last for months or years. Following are the symptoms of the disease:

Mania or hypomania symptoms:

• A sense of distraction
• Impaired judgment
• Underperformance in school or at work
• Feeling bored
• Frequent absents at school or work
• Increased sexual desire
• Feeling euphoric
• Having high levels of self-confidence and self-esteem
• Having “racing” negative thoughts

Depressive symptoms:

• Feeling gloomy and hopeless
• Insomnia
• Anxiety about minor issues
• Extreme sadness
• Pain or physical problems that do not respond to treatment
• Feeling tired all the time
• Not showing interest in any work
• Lack of concentration
• Memory loss
• Irritability
• Sensitivity to noises, smells, and other things that others may not notice

COMPLICATIONS

If bipolar disorder is not treated, it can result in some serious complications which can affect patient’s life drastically. Following are the complications:

• Substance abuse such as drugs or alcohol
• Anxiety
• Increased sugar level
• Financial problems
• Poor school or work performance
• Heart problems
• Damaged relationships
• Unhealthy weight
• Suicidal thoughts

DIAGNOSIS

Diagnosis of bipolar disorder is complex as there are so many other mental conditions which are having symptoms very common with it. There are certain methods which are used by the doctors for patient’s evaluation:

Physical examination

• The doctor undergoes thorough physical examination of the patient
• He will do some diagnostic tests like blood tests or urine tests to rule out other medical problems

Psychiatric assessment

• The doctor may talk to the patient about his feelings, thoughts and behavior patterns. He can also ask patient’s family members and friends.

Mood charting

• Doctor may ask the patient to keep a daily record of his moods or sleep pattern. This will help in right diagnosis.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF BIPOLAR DISORDER

• In Ayurveda, bipolar disorder comes under Unmada includes some other mental conditions also. In this, there is imbalance of vata, pitta and kapha doshas alongwith vitiation of sattva, rajas and tamas gunas.
• It affects mind, intelligence, perception and behavioral activities.
• The different methods which are used in Ayurveda for the treatment of bipolar disorder are:
• Abhyanga– massage of whole body is done with warm oils
• Swedana– steam is given to the patient which leads to removal of toxins from the body
• Nasya– patient is given medicine in the form of nasal drops
• Shirodhara– liquid (oil or decoction) is poured on patient’s forehead
• Virechana– controlled drug induced purgation

CHANDIGARH AYURVEDA CENTRE’S  MEDICATIONS

Here are some of the medications which are used for the treatment of bipolar disorder:

1. Brodley Syrup

• It helps in curing hallucinations, delusions, disorganized behavior, lack of emotions, etc.
• All these herbs show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory & mind relaxant properties.
• Recommended Dose – 2 teaspoons twice a day

 

2. Nerve Plus Tablets

• These tablets are anti- bacterial, anti- inflammatory and immune-modulator.
• These are beneficial for migraine, stimulating nerves and increasing appetite.
• Recommended Dose: 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

 

3. Stress care tablet

• It helps in relaxing the nervous system and thereby reduces the symptoms of the disease.
• It acts as an anti-depressant and relieves anxiety and Insomnia
• Recommended Dose–1 tablet twice a day

 

4. Brain Relaxant Churna

• It improves memory and increases the concentration by calming down the brain. It is prepared from herbs that show calming effect on brain and give the patient relaxation.
• It helps in maintaining blood sugar level,.
• It acts as an anti-depressant. It helps in dealing with hallucinations and delusions.
• Recommended Dose – 1 tablespoon twice a day