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ENDOMETRIOSIS

OVERVIEW

Endometriosis is a female reproductive disorder in which endometrial layer is present outside the uterus. Endometrium is the innermost lining of the uterus. It becomes thick during each menstrual cycle, then breaks down and bleeds out during each menstrual cycle. In endometriosis, this tissue grows in fallopian tubes, ovaries and pelvic wall. The tissue can be found beyond the pelvis also. The tissue lining the uterine cavity flows outside the body during menstrual bleeding but the tissue present in the other organs becomes trapped. It has no way to exit the body.

Endometriosis is a painful condition in which there occurs heavy menstrual bleeding. There can be fertility problems also. When the tissue is present in ovaries, cysts like structures called endometriomas are formed. Nodules, adhesions and scar tissue also form in tissues. There are various types of treatment options available for it.

CAUSES OF ENDOMETRIOSIS

The exact reason of endometriosis is not known but the various factors can be responsible for it. Following are the causes of endometriosis:

  • Flow of menstrual blood back from the uterine cavity to the fallopian tubes and into the pelvic cavity – retrograde menstruation
  • Transformation of embryonic cells
  • Transformation of peritoneal cells into endometrial like cells by hormones
  • Transport of endometrial cells through vascular or lymphatic system to the other body parts
  • Weakened immune system
  • After hysterectomy or C-section, endometrial cells may attach to the surgical incision

RISK FACTORS OF ENDOMETRIOSIS

There are various factors which make a person more vulnerable to endometriosis. The factors are:

  • Starting periods at an early age
  • Heavy menstrual bleeding
  • Menstrual bleeding lasts for more than 7 days
  • Increased estrogen level in blood
  • Menopause at an older age
  • Short menstrual cycles such as less than 27 days
  • Not giving birth
  • Having a family history of endometriosis
  • Infections of the reproductive tract
  • Uterine or fallopian tubes defect

SYMPTOMS OF ENDOMETRIOSIS

The common signs and symptoms of endometriosis are:

  • Pelvic pain
  • Severe pain during menstruation
  • Back pain
  • Pain during sexual intercourse
  • Heavy menstrual bleeding
  • Fertility issues
  • Abdominal pain
  • Migraine
  • Pain during passing of urine
  • Bleeding through vagina between periods
  • Fatigue
  • Bloating
  • Constipation

COMPLICATIONS OF ENDOMETRIOSIS

The complications which are associated with endometriosis are:

  • Infertility
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Cancer

DIAGNOSIS OF ENDOMETRIOSIS

The doctor will ask about the signs and symptoms of the disease. He will take his family history also. He will do a pelvic examination of the patient. He will suggest some of the following tests to the patient:

  • Ultrasound
  • Biopsy
  • MRI scan
  • Laproscopy

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF ENDOMETRIOSIS

Here are some of the medicines of Chandigarh ayurveda center which are used for the treatment of endometriosis:

1. Kachnaar Guggulu Tablets

Kanchnaar Guggulu is the best Ayurvedic herb which mainly helps in balancing the Apana Vata. The tablets are prepared from Kachnaar (Bauhinia variegata), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), Maricha (Piper nigrum), Pippali (Piper longum), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), etc that shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant properties and enhances the female reproductive health. It is very beneficial in correcting the hormonal imbalance, strengthens the body, & improves circulation.

Recommended Dosage:Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.

2. Femine care tablet

It is a pure and natural remedy that contains various herbs extract that works on the female reproductive system and make it healthy. These tablets show antioxidant properties, anti inflammatory and immuno modulater properties. It contains Ghritkumari , Muramakki, Sonth. It works in various diseases like pcod, bulky uterus, endometriosis, general female health, irregular menses, and uterine fibroids. It affects on Tridosha- balances Vata and Kapha.

Recommended dosage: 1-2 tablets two times a day or as directed by physician.

3. Women Power Plus Tablet

CAC woman power tablet is a complete health supplement for women which is best for female health and vital energy. It helps to build up the immunity. This is a pure herbo mineral product of the best quality herbs. The herbs used are Ashoka, Shatavari, anatmool, etc. These are herbs used since ancient times to maintain female health metabolism.

Recommended dosage: Take 2 tablets twice a day or as directed by physician.

4. Women Champion Syrup

Woman Champion is purely herbal and ayurvedic formulation. It is a very effective tonic for women and help to maintain their health. It balances all the doshas of body and also maintain hormone levels . It contains herbs like Lodhra, Manjishta, Ashok chaal, Punarnava,Shatavar,Bala,Daruharidra,Nagarmotha that help women typically with mood changes, stress, headache and pain. CAC Women champion helps in leading a life of minimum discomfort during those difficult days every month.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablespoon a day or as directed by physician.

5. Panchsakar Churna

Panchasakar Churna is a mixture of four herbs in powder form along with salt. It is a classical formula that is prepared from Shunti (Zingiber officinale), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Pippali (Piper longum), Trivrit (Operculina turpethum), and Sauvarchala lavana.This herbal churna relieves constipation that is a common problem in endometriosis patients. It helps in relieving the abdominal pain, flatulence, and loss of appetite.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful at bedtime with lukewarm water.

Home Remedies for Menopause

What is Menopause?

Classical definition for menopause explains that end of the last menstrual period. A women experience 12 months without menstrual  period is said to have menopause. Initiation of period cycle (menarche) to ending of menstruation (menopause), everything is a natural biological process. Menopause occurs in a menstruating women from late 40s to early 50s. It happens because the ovaries do not respond to the female sex hormones (oestrogen and progesterone) as a result ovaries fails to release every month. A women experience symptoms of menopause many years before the menupause occurs.

Ayurveda considered menopause as “Rajo nivruti” which is a natural process of aging. Rajo nivruti occurs due to the imbalance of all three dosha such as vata, pitta and kapha. Vata gives symptoms like depression, anxiety, osteoporosis etc. Anger, hot flashes etc are due to aggravated pitta dosha whereas weight gain, slow metabolism, mental and physical heaviness is due to excessive rise in kapha dosha.

Signs and symptoms:      

  • Irregular menstrual periods
  • Frequent mood swings
  • Hot flushes
  • Night sweaters
  • Dryness in vaginal area
  • Altered sleep
  • Dry skin and fairfall
  • Shrinking of breast tissues
  • Weight gain
  • Slow metabolism and digestion issues
  • Physiological features like anxiety, depression, emotionally drainned
  • Headache
  • Irritability

Risk factors:

  • Osteoporosis
  • Heart diseases
  • High blood cholesterol levels
  • Stroke
  • Sometimes cancer

Ayurveda principles to manage the symptoms of Menupause:

Ayurveda works on mainly:

  • Regulating hormones by detoxification
  • Maintaining mental calmness
  • Enhancing digestion or digestive power (agni)

According to ancient ayurveda to manage menopause, detoxification (sodhana) like vaman (emesis), virechan (purgation), basti (medicated enema) sholu be given. Along with nourishing therapies like abhyanga (oleation), sweden (sudation), shirodhara, udvartana, yoni prakshalan and yoni pichu etc are given.

some useful herbs help in rejuvenation as well as relieving symptoms like:

  • Shatavari
  • Yashtimadhu
  • Ashoka
  • Brahmi
  • Guggul
  • Flax seeds
  • Sesame seeds

Natural home remedies for menopause:

  • Getting enough sleep: To reset the body from the everyday stress, adequate sleep is the only way round. Proper sleep will calm the mind and help in relieving psychological symptoms like anxiety, depression etc.
  • Weight management: Exercise, yoga or cardio is the essential part of the everyday regime as you get closer to your menopause. Along with managing weight physical exercise incorporates happy hormones inside the body. Physical exercise aids in  stablaising mood, memory and bone health.
  • Mindfulness training: To be mindful and calm your mind, brain exercises are really helpful. Mind exercises like pranayam (breathing exercises), meditation, yoga. All these help to recognise one’s feelings for the purpose of getting good control over their thoughts.it helps with the symptoms like sleep deprivation, headache, stress, anxiety etc.
  • Ashwagandha: Ashwagandha is widely known with the name of indian ginseng. It has anti inflammatory as well as calming properties. It helps to overcome symptoms like hot flashes, insomnia, stress, anxiety. It improves the duration and quality of sleep thus helpful in regulating hormones.
  • Soybean: Diet plays a major role in any kind of ailment. It eases the menopausal symptoms. It is the best source of plant based estrogen known as isoflavones. It is an alternative to the body’s estrogen. It aids with the symptoms like night sweats, hot flashe etc.
  • Sunlight: In the absence of enough estrogen bones are more prone to fracture or osteoporotic bones. Enough exposure to sunlight helps in restoring vitamin D. It makes the bone stronger.
  • Eat calcium and vitamin D rich food: hormonal changes weaken the bones. Therefore food like yogurt, milk, cheese,green leafy vegetables, spinach, tofu, beans helps in main training calcium levels inside the body. And exposure to sun, fish, egg, cod liver oil increases Vitamin D levels inside the body.
  • Avoid triggering food: some food items like caffeine, alcholio, sugars,refined and processed food, spicy food may increase pitta dosha inside the body and trigger symptoms like hot flashes, mood changes,irritability and night sweats. Consumption of these foods should be avoided completely.
  • Stay hydrated: Drink 3-4 liters of water for the body to stay hydrated. It helps in detoxifying the body, helps in weight management, reduce bloating, and increases metabolism.

ANEMIA

OVERVIEW

Anemia is a health condition in which the number of red blood cells in body decreases, thereby causing lack of enough oxygen to the body tissues. It is one of the most common blood disorder. It is a low hemoglobin condition leading to symptoms like shortness of breath, weakness and fatigue. Anemia can be short-term or long-term. The symptoms can range from mild to severe. Anemia can occur because of the various reasons.

The treatment involves various procedures ranging from taking supplements to healthy diet and lifestyle.

CAUSES OF ANEMIA

Blood is composed of different types of blood cells – red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. Red blood cells are the red colored cells which help in transport of nutrients, gases and wastes throughout the body. Hemoglobin is the red colored pigment which is present in red blood cells. It binds oxygen and carries it to the different body parts. In anemia, the number of red blood cells decreases due to any of the reasons which lead to deficiency of oxygen. The reasons responsible are:

  • Iron deficiency
  • Body infections
  • Autoimmune diseases
  • Leukemia
  • Rapid breakdown of red blood cells
  • Sickle cell anemia

RISK FACTORS OF ANEMIA

The factors which make a person more vulnerable to anemia are:

  • Menstruation
  • Pregnancy
  • Kidney failure
  • Lack of vitamins and minerals in diet
  • Crohn’s disease
  • Celiac disease
  • Having a genetic predisposition to anemia
  • Age above 65 years
  • Excessive alcohol intake
  • Exposure to toxic chemicals

DIFFERENT TYPES OF ANEMIA

The anemia is of the following different types:

  • Iron deficiency anemia
  • Vitamin D deficiency anemia
  • Hemolytic anemia
  • Sickle cell anemia
  • Aplastic anemia

SYMPTOMS OF ANEMIA

The signs and symptoms of anemia vary depending on the cause and severity of anemia. In some cases, there are no symptoms also. However, the following symptoms of anemia are:

  • Weakness
  • Yellow skin
  • Fatigue
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Dizziness
  • Irregular heart beat
  • Pain in chest
  • Headache
  • Cramps in legs
  • Insomnia
  • Cold hands and feet

COMPLICATIONS OF ANEMIA

If anemia is not treated properly at time, then following complications may arise:

  • Extreme body fatigue
  • Pregnancy complications like premature delivery
  • Enlargement of heart
  • Heart failure
  • Death

DIAGNOSIS OF ANEMIA

The doctor will do a proper physical examination of the patient. He will carefully examine the color of his skin or eyes. He will take his complete medical or family history. He may suggest some of the following tests to the patient:

  • Complete blood count
  • Size and shape of red blood cells
  • Serum ferritin level
  • Reticulocyte count
  • Vitamin B12 level
  • Serum bilirubin
  • Hematocrit levels
  • Urine tests
  • Colonoscopy

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF ANEMIA

Here are some of the medicines of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for the treatment of anemia:

1. Detox Premium Powder

These herbal sachets are prepared from ingredients such as Shankh bhasma, Sutshekhar ras, Parvalpishti, Shukta, Giloy, Kamdudha ras, Shvetparpati that gives calming effect on the stomach.

Shankh bhasma: This ayurvedic bhasma is prepared from conch shell. The bhasma shows antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antacid, digestive stimulant properties. The problems like indigestion, heartburn, acid reflux, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, etc are easily treated with it.

Sutshekhar ras: It is an ayurvedic preparation that maintains pitta dosha in the body. This ras provides effective results in abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea, fever, headache, epigastric tenderness, etc.

Parval pishti: This pishti is prepared from coral calcium processed in rose water. It provides effective results in acidity, burning sensation, headache, etc.

Shukta pishti: This pishti balances the pitta dosha in the body and removes all toxins from the body.

Giloy satv: Giloy satv possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, carminative, immunomodulator, etc properties. It eliminates the ama from body hence provide good results in acidity problem.

Kamdudha ras: This ras reduces heat, burning sensation, epigastrium tenderness, irritability, heartburn, and acidity.

Shwet parpati: It is also effective in acidity.

Recommended Dosage: Take one sachet twice daily.

2. Platfer Tablet

Platfer Tablet Boosts platelet count and reverse the thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) associated with dengue. It decreases the peripheral platelet destruction and strengthens the host immune system. Platfer tablets also helps reduce fever (antipyretic property) and protect the liver (hepatoprotective property). This herbal combination is prepared from herbs like Papaya (Carica papaya) and Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) which increases the platelet counts naturally. It provides good and effective results for patients. It increases the physical and mental strength of a person and builds up immunity.

Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily.

3. Power Blood Syrup

Power Blood Syrup is 100% natural & safe prepared from various extracts of herbs. The herbs used for formulation of this syrup shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and immuno-modulator properties. It is best known for purifying the blood. It helps in eliminating the toxins from blood that cause acne and blemishes. It’s a perfect herbal remedy for skin diseases like acne vulgaris, boils, skin rashes, blemishes, urticaria, and nose bleeding.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 Teaspoon twice daily.

4. Noni capsules

These are herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. Noni is a fruit found mainly in South India which contains many health benefits. Noni fruit is known for its high level of antioxidants like beta carotene, vitamin E, vitamin C and various other minerals which help to Strengthen the immune system. People suffering from Respiratory problems may benefit from this. Noni Capsules promotes immunity, Arthritis relief, circulation of blood, energy and digestive health. It contains standard extract of Morinda Citrifo. Noni capsules have anti inflamatory properties that help reduce inflammation of the body.

Recommended Dosage: Take one capsule twice daily.

5. Kutki Capsules

Kutki is an amazing herb of Ayurveda. Kutki means bitter. It has a cooling action, used to treat bleeding disorders like nasal bleeds, menstrual problems, etc. Also known as Bedhniya herb due to its piercing nature. CAC Kutki capsules are a pure herbal extract of Kutki herb whose main function is to balance Vata and pitta doshas. It helps in the removal of harmful toxins from the body. Kutki capsules of CAC show great results in the case of liver diseases, purify the blood, and treats respiratory disorders. It maintains the overall digestive system and useful in various diseases like abdominal distension, ascites, constipation, etc. it has anti-inflammatory properties, also reduces the stiffness of joints.

Recommended Dosage: Take one capsule twice daily.

 

DENGUE

OVERVIEW

Dengue is a disease which is caused by the bite of a female mosquito of the group Aedes aegypti. The disease is mostly prevalent in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. When an infected female mosquito bites, it transmits the dengue virus in the blood of the person. There are four subtypes of the dengue virus. It is not a contagious disease. The symptoms are usually flu-like but the severe form is life-threatening. The severe form is known as dengue hemorrhagic fever.

The treatment of dengue usually involves prevention. But when infected, increased amounts of fluid are given.

SYMPTOMS OF DENGUE

The symptoms of dengue appear after 4 to 6 days of infection. They last for near about 10 days. When symptoms are mild, they are flu-like and can be mistaken by having a viral infection. The common signs and symptoms of dengue are:

  • Sudden onset of high fever
  • Headache
  • Severe muscle and joint pain
  • Extreme body weakness
  • Nausea
  • Feeling of fullness
  • Vomiting
  • Pain behind the eyes
  • Bleeding gums
  • Skin rashes
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Nose bleeding
  • Bruising
  • Abdominal pain
  • Restlessness
  • Irritability
  • Presence of blood in stools
  • Liver enlargement

RISK FACTORS OF DENGUE

The person develops more risk of developing the disease due to the following factors:

  • Living in tropical and subtropical areas such as Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America, etc
  • Had a previous infection of dengue

COMPLICATIONS OF DENGUE

The complications which are associated with dengue are:

  • Internal bleeding
  • Damage to organs
  • Sudden drop of blood pressure
  • Premature birth
  • Shock death

PREVENTION OF DENGUE

With some of the simple steps, dengue can be prevented:

  • Wearing protective clothing
  • Using mosquito repellant
  • Avoid stagnation of water in coolers, flower pots or the surrounding areas
  • Keeping the windows closed during evening
  • Staying in air-conditioned houses

DIAGNOSIS OF DENGUE

The doctor will do a blood test and look for viral infection and count of platelets. He will look for signs and symptoms of the disease. He will ask the patient’s travel history to know whether he has come from tropical area.

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF DENGUE

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for the treatment of dengue:

1. Platfer Tablet

Platfer Tablet Boosts platelet count and reverse the thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) associated with dengue. It decreases the peripheral platelet destruction and strengthens the host immune system. Platfer tablets also helps reduce fever (antipyretic property) and protect the liver (hepatoprotective property). This herbal combination is prepared from herbs like Papaya (Carica papaya) and Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) which increases the platelet counts naturally. It provides good and effective results for patients. It increases the physical and mental strength of a person and builds up immunity.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

2. Giloy Capsules

As the name suggested “Giloy” is the main ingredient of this medicine. It is a potent immuno-modulator herb. It is beneficial for improving the immunity and prevents from common infections. These tablets provide palliative treatment in fever. The vati reduces Kapha dosha, pacifies Vata and detoxifies the Pitta dosha. It is beneficial in general weakness, recurrent infections, periodic fever syndrome, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 capsules twice a day with normal water.

3. Amrit Tulsi Ras

This herbal preparation is in drops form prepared from five types of Tulsi. Shama Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Rama Tulsi (Ocimum gratissimum), Kapoor Tulsi (Ocimum canum), Shwet Tulsi (Ocimum basilicum), Nimba Tulsi (Ocimum citriodorum) that provides good result in all allergic reactions.

Recommended Dosage: Take two to three drops twice daily.

4. Liver care Syrup

Liver Care syrup helps in balancing Pitta dosha. This Syrup enhances regeneration of liver cells, promote functions of liver, and improve blood flow from the liver. It helps in the treatment of fatty liver, liver cirrhosis, Hepatitis, hepatomegaly, and obstructive Jaundice. CAC Liver Care syrup contains Ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinopora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. These herbs shows Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, Hepato-protective, properties. This syrup improves digestion, enhances appetite.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

5. Trikatu Tablet

Trikatu Tablet is a hebo-mineral tablet of 650 MG and is purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Trikatu Tablet helps to eliminate excess Kapha or mucous from the body, supports respiratory system, manages weight, helps to take out impurities or ama from the body, supports healthy detoxification, reduces swelling. It shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, antioxidant properties. This tablet is made up of equal parts of three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum) that maintains the metabolism in the body. The regular use of this tablet balances the thyroxine hormone and treats hyperthyroidism naturally. It is an Appetizer and it improves digestion, supports normal gastric function, and normal circulation.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice a day with normal water.

DENGUE

OVERVIEW

Dengue is a disease which is caused by the bite of a female mosquito of the group Aedes aegypti. The disease is mostly prevalent in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. When an infected female mosquito bites, it transmits the dengue virus in the blood of the person. There are four subtypes of the dengue virus. It is not a contagious disease. The symptoms are usually flu-like but the severe form is life-threatening. The severe form is known as dengue hemorrhagic fever.

The treatment of dengue usually involves prevention. But when infected, increased amounts of fluid are given.

SYMPTOMS OF DENGUE

The symptoms of dengue appear after 4 to 6 days of infection. They last for near about 10 days. When symptoms are mild, they are flu-like and can be mistaken by having a viral infection. The common signs and symptoms of dengue are:

  • Sudden onset of high fever
  • Headache
  • Severe muscle and joint pain
  • Extreme body weakness
  • Nausea
  • Feeling of fullness
  • Vomiting
  • Pain behind the eyes
  • Bleeding gums
  • Skin rashes
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Nose bleeding
  • Bruising
  • Abdominal pain
  • Restlessness
  • Irritability
  • Presence of blood in stools
  • Liver enlargement

RISK FACTORS OF DENGUE

The person develops more risk of developing the disease due to the following factors:

  • Living in tropical and subtropical areas such as Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America, etc
  • Had a previous infection of dengue

COMPLICATIONS OF DENGUE

The complications which are associated with dengue are:

  • Internal bleeding
  • Damage to organs
  • Sudden drop of blood pressure
  • Premature birth
  • Shock death

PREVENTION OF DENGUE

With some of the simple steps, dengue can be prevented:

  • Wearing protective clothing
  • Using mosquito repellant
  • Avoid stagnation of water in coolers, flower pots or the surrounding areas
  • Keeping the windows closed during evening
  • Staying in air-conditioned houses

DIAGNOSIS OF DENGUE

The doctor will do a blood test and look for viral infection and count of platelets. He will look for signs and symptoms of the disease. He will ask the patient’s travel history to know whether he has come from tropical area.

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF DENGUE

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for the treatment of dengue:

1. Platfer Tablet

Platfer Tablet Boosts platelet count and reverse the thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) associated with dengue. It decreases the peripheral platelet destruction and strengthens the host immune system. Platfer tablets also helps reduce fever (antipyretic property) and protect the liver (hepatoprotective property). This herbal combination is prepared from herbs like Papaya (Carica papaya) and Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) which increases the platelet counts naturally. It provides good and effective results for patients. It increases the physical and mental strength of a person and builds up immunity.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

2. Giloy Capsules

As the name suggested “Giloy” is the main ingredient of this medicine. It is a potent immuno-modulator herb. It is beneficial for improving the immunity and prevents from common infections. These tablets provide palliative treatment in fever. The vati reduces Kapha dosha, pacifies Vata and detoxifies the Pitta dosha. It is beneficial in general weakness, recurrent infections, periodic fever syndrome, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 capsules twice a day with normal water.

3. Amrit Tulsi Ras

This herbal preparation is in drops form prepared from five types of Tulsi. Shama Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Rama Tulsi (Ocimum gratissimum), Kapoor Tulsi (Ocimum canum), Shwet Tulsi (Ocimum basilicum), Nimba Tulsi (Ocimum citriodorum) that provides good result in all allergic reactions.

Recommended Dosage: Take two to three drops twice daily.

4. Liver care Syrup

Liver Care syrup helps in balancing Pitta dosha. This Syrup enhances regeneration of liver cells, promote functions of liver, and improve blood flow from the liver. It helps in the treatment of fatty liver, liver cirrhosis, Hepatitis, hepatomegaly, and obstructive Jaundice. CAC Liver Care syrup contains Ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinopora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. These herbs shows Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, Hepato-protective, properties. This syrup improves digestion, enhances appetite.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

5. Trikatu Tablet

Trikatu Tablet is a hebo-mineral tablet of 650 MG and is purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Trikatu Tablet helps to eliminate excess Kapha or mucous from the body, supports respiratory system, manages weight, helps to take out impurities or ama from the body, supports healthy detoxification, reduces swelling. It shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, antioxidant properties. This tablet is made up of equal parts of three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum) that maintains the metabolism in the body. The regular use of this tablet balances the thyroxine hormone and treats hyperthyroidism naturally. It is an Appetizer and it improves digestion, supports normal gastric function, and normal circulation.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice a day with normal water.

SCALP PSORIASIS

OVERVIEW

Psoriasis is a skin disorder which is triggered by the body’s immune system. It is a chronic inflammatory condition of the skin. It affects different organ along with skin. Scalp is the most commonly affected part of the body. It is characterized by raised, itchy, scaly white patches on the skin. The patch can be single or multiple. It is a non-contagious disease. It can spread from forehead to the back of the neck and behind the ears. Psoriasis is more common in adults in comparison to children.

CAUSES OF PSORIASIS

The exact cause of occurrence of psoriasis is not known but it is believed to be due to the abnormal reaction of the immune system of the body. Normally, the new skin cells on scalp are formed in a few weeks but in patients of scalp psoriasis, there is rapid buildup of skin cells within a few days. This makes the skin thick and flaky.

RISK FACTORS OF SCALP PSORIASIS

The factors which make a person more prone to scalp psoriasis are:

  • Having a close relative suffering from scalp psoriasis
  • Increased body weight
  • Cigarette smoking
  • Viral infections
  • Bacterial infections
  • Physical trauma
  • Stress
  • Anxiety
  • Excessive alcohol intake
  • Certain medicines like beta-blockers, antimalarial drugs, etc

SYMPTOMS OF SCALP PSORIASIS

The symptoms of scalp psoriasis range from mild to severe and vary from person to person. Following are the basic signs and symptoms of scalp psoriasis:

  • Scaly patches
  • Excessive skin dryness
  • Intense itching
  • Burning sensation
  • Presence of white flakes
  • Raised reddish patches of skin
  • Bleeding from the skin sores
  • Temporary hair loss from the affected area
  • Crusted plaques
  • Area affected is forehead, scalp, behind the ears and neck

COMPLICATIONS OF SCALP PSORIASIS

Following are the complications which arise with scalp psoriasis are:

  • Bleeding from the infected areas
  • Excessive scratching leads to hair loss
  • Crusting
  • Swelling of lymph nodes

 AYURVEDIC CONCEPT OF SCALP PSORIASIS

In ayurveda, body is made up of three doshas – vata, pitta and kapha. These three doshas are present in balanced state for a healthy body. When there is imbalance of the doshas, there is manifestation of the disease in the body. In psoriasis, the vata and kapha doshas get imbalanced. It is called kitibha in ayurveda.

Vata dosha helps in controlling body functions and is responsible for dryness and scaling of the body. Kapha dosha is the water element of the body and leads to growth of the body. Its imbalance leads to itching and inflammation.

However, there is no permanent cure of scalp psoriasis but with some dietary and lifestyle changes, its symptoms can be managed. Some of the medicines are very helpful in eradicating the symptoms.

In Charaka samhita, the treatment involves purification of blood and balancing of the vitiated doshas. The management involves:

  • Panchkarma – vamana, virechana, raktamokshana and takra dhara
  • Shaman chikitsa
  • Rasayan chikitsa
  • Stress management

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF SCALP PSORIASIS

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for the treatment of scalp psoriasis:

1. Detox Premium Powder

This is a herbo-mineral preparation that contains ingredients like Parwal Pishti, Giloy satv, Shukta Pishti, Kamdudha Ras, Gandhak Rasayan, etc.

Parwal Pishti: This Pishti reduces inflammation, flaking, itching of the skin. The Pishti is composed of natural coral calcium processed with rose water.

Shukta Pishti: It helps to balance the Pitta dosha in the body. All signs and symptoms related to Psoriasis patients are managed with this article.

Giloy Satv: This satv is prepared from the herb Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia). The anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties of this herb deal with psoriasis easily.

Kamdudha Ras: This herbal-mineral classical preparation balances Pitta dosha in the body.

Gandhak Rasayana: This herbal preparation is used since ancient times for all types of skin disorders.

Tal Sindoor: It contains ingredients like Shuddh parad, Aloe vera, Gandhak, etc that relieve redness in psoriasis patients.

Akik Pishti: This Pishti reduces all types of Pitta related disorder hence it gives good results in psoriasis.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with plain water.

2. Blood Purifier Syrup

It is ayurvedic syrup that consists of various natural ingredients such as Khadir Chall (Acacia catechu), Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Harad (Terminalia bellirica), Baheda (Terminalia chebula), Amla (Emblica officinalis), etc. As the syrup purifies the blood by removing excess toxins it is very beneficial in maintaining proper circulation and improves the skin naturally.

Recommended Dosage– Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

3. Twak Tailam

Twak tailam is very effective for the skin as it deeply nourishes the tissues and improves the skin luster. The tailam is composed of yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), etc. The tailam supports skin health, helps in reducing uneven pigments, improves complexion, and helps in deep detoxification and blood purification without any side effects.

Method of Application– Apply over the affected area of the skin.

4. Skin care tablet

Skin care tablet is a pure ayurvedic formulation. It help to maintain the texture of your skin depending on the type of skin you have. It contains various herbs like Haridra khand, Panchnimb churna, Khadir chahal, Chirayta, Mulethi, Chopchini, Gandhak, Ajmoda that work very effectively on all skin types. Skin care is a blood purifying tablet. It cools and detoxifies the blood, increase blood circulation of the skin. It minimizes the blemishes, lighten sun tan, delay ageing of skin and heal skin problems.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

5. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu

Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu is an ayurvedic preparation mainly used for skin diseases. This tablet contains pure herbal ingredients such as Nimba(Azadirachta indica), Patola(Cucumis acutangulus), Guduchi(Tinospora cordifolia), Vasa(Adhatoda vasica), etc. This tablet promotes detoxification and rejuvenation. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu tablet is a natural source of anti – oxidant. It promotes engender vibrant and healthy skin.

Recommended Dosage–Take 1 tablets twice a day with normal water.

6. Panchsakar Churna

Panchsakar Churna is an ayurvedic formulation that consists of five ingredients named as – Saindhav Lavana (Rock Salt), Swarnapatri (Cassia angustifolia), Shatapushpa (Anethum sowa), Shunti – (Zingiber officinale), Balaharitaki  (Unripe fruits of Terminalia chebula). Panchsakar Churna is naturally detoxifying, thus it removes the toxins from the body. It relieves inflammation and useful in all types of skin problems.The powder has an anti – inflammatory properties due to which it can reduces the swelling.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 teaspoonful with lukewarm water at bedtime.

7. Neem soap

Neem soap is natural and herbal handmade soap prepared from the standard extract of herb Neem (Azadirachta indica). Neem herb is widely used to cure acute to chronic Skin problems such as Pimples, Itching, Dryness, Blemishes, Dark spots, Pigmentation, Scars etc. It is such a wonderful herb that is easily available and shows Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Anti-microbial, Antifungal, Antiseptic properties. Neem cleanses the pores and protects the skin from various infections, Psoriasis, Eczema, Leprosy, Skin ulcers. It restores the health of damaged skin, tones skin complexion, prevents premature ageing, Wrinkles, Fine lines can protect against UV rays, and acts as a natural moisturizer for the skin.

Method of Application: Neem Soap can be regularly used on face and body, as a bath soap.

8. Trikatu Tablet

Trikatu Tablet helps to eliminate excess Kapha or mucous from the body, supports respiratory system, manages weight, helps totake out impurities or ama from the body, supports healthy detoxification, reduces swelling. It shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, antioxidant properties. This tablet is made up of equal parts of three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum) that maintains the metabolism in the body.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

How to reduce stress level naturally?

What is Stress?

  • Stress is a feeling of excessive emotional or physical tension. It can arise from any event or thought that makes you feel nervous, frustrated or angry.
  • Stress is your body’s reaction to any condition that arise in daily’s life. But when this condition of stress lasts for a long time then it become anxiety and harm your health.

Types of stress

Stress is a normal feeling.  Two main types of stress include :

  • Acute stress.This is short-term stress that goes away shortly. People may feel it in daily life activities like during  fight with your partner, or while job interview , any examination etc. It helps you to deal with  dangerous situations. It also occurs when you try something new or exciting in your life. All people have this acute stress in life sometimes.
  • Chronic stress.This is stress that remain for longer period of time. You may have chronic stress when you are facing any financial problems, an unhappy marriage life , or any problem at work. Any type of stress that remain for weeks or months is chronic stress. If you don’t  manage stress properly , it may lead to many kind of health problems like heart problems, mental health disorders, obesity , eating disorders , personality disorders etc.

Stress and Your Body

  • When you feel any kind of stress then your body reacts to stress by releasing hormones. These hormones make your brain more active. In the short term condition , these reactions are helpful and good because they can help you handle the situation causing stress. This is your body’s natural phenomenon to protect itself.

Symptoms of excessive stress

Signs and symptoms of stress can vary from person to person, depending on the disorder and other factors. Commonly symptoms that people feel or suffer may include

  • Extreme mood swings
  • Feeling sad or down
  • Always In state of confusion
  • Excessive fears or worries
  • Withdrawal from friends and social activities
  • Feeling of Tiredness, low energy
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Feeling of excessive guilt
  • Hallucinations, Delusions
  • Inability to deal with daily problems or stress
  • Problems with alcohol or drug use
  • Sex drive changes
  • Excessive anger, hostility or violence
  • Difficulty in understanding situations and people
  • Suicidal thoughts

Causes of stress

Having general stress is common but if stress remains for longer time it can be caused by genetic and environmental factors:

  • Family history in patients can be cause of mental illness. Certain genes may increase risk of developing a mental illness.
  • Environmental conditions. Exposure tomany environmental conditions, inflammatory conditions, toxins, alcohol or drugs while in the womb can be linked to mental illness.
  • Brain chemistry.Impairment of neurotransmitters disturbs the function of your nervous systems and leads to mental disorders.

Risk factors

Certain factors that may increase risk of developing a mental illness, including:

  • Ahistory of mental illness in family.
  • Stressful situations
  • Chronic medical condition, like diabetes
  • Brain damage due to any serious injury
  • Use of alcohol or recreational drugs
  • Any childhood history of abuse or neglect
  • Few friends or few healthy relationships
  • A previous mental illness

Complications

Mental disorders can leads to disability. If mental illness is not treated properly then it can be reason for severe emotional, behavioral and physical health problems. Complications that may occur due to mental illness include:

  • Relationship issues
  • Unhappiness and decreased enjoyment of life
  • Family problems
  • Social isolation
  • Problems related to work or school
  • Poverty and homelessness
  • Self-harm and harm to others
  • Weak immune system
  • Prone to many medical conditions

Prevention

There are certain steps that can help you to reduce your stress level naturally and to boost low self-esteem and also help to keep your symptoms under control. Follow these steps:

  • Get routine medical care. Don’t miss visits to your primary care provider, when aren’t feeling well.
  • Pay attention to warning signs. Avoid factors that trigger your symptoms. Watch for your trigger factors and take help from your doctor, family members to deal with them.
  • Take good care of yourself. Take good quality of sleep, healthy eating and regular physical activity are important. Maintain a regular schedule. Talk to your doctor if there is any difficulty in sleeping or if you have questions about diet and physical activity.
  • Get help when you need it.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of mental health disorders can be made bydoing

  • Physical examination – Doctor will try to rule out physical problems that could cause your symptoms.
  • Lab tests- These may include check for conditions that may cause any stressful condition, for example, to test your thyroid function or a screening for alcohol.
  • A psychological evaluation– A doctor will try to check about yourthoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. From your behavior doctor will able to make a diagnose and rule out other conditions.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Stress

  • Stress is considered under one of mental health disorder. The concept of mental health disorder that affects not only your body but mind also, is well explained in the ancient science of Ayurveda. In Ayurveda it is explained that Mental disorders are caused when your dhee, dhriti, smariti get exploited. Ayurvedic treatment for mental disorders aims at finding the root cause of the problem and treats it properly with right behavior, diet, and lifestyle.
  • Chandigarh Ayurved centre provide complete ayurvedic treatment for treating mental health disorders. CAC provides effective combination of medicines that treat the root cause of the condition and heal mental health naturally. CAC provides Stress go kit which is combination medicines contains pure ayurvedic herbs

Stress Go kit contains the following medicines  

  • Mann Mitra Tablet
  • Vata balance tablet
  • Brodley syrup
  • Stress Care Tablet
  • Brain Relaxant Churna

For more information, you can visit our

www.chandigarhayurvedcentre.com/product/stress-go-kit/

baby

What is Posseting? Home Management Tips to avoid it.

POSSETING – When baby’s tummy is full of breast milk or formula, milk and acid can come back up in small amounts (posseting). Reflux may even cause your baby to vomit

OVERVIEW:

  • Posseting –when your baby vomits small amounts after a feed.
  • Reflux – this vomiting is common in babies. It is caused when the valve at the top of the stomach accidentally opens and this leads to stomach come back up the food pipe slowly
  • Baby’s tummy is the size of a walnut for the first few months
  • When baby is matures and starts solid diet posseting will naturally stop and settle down
  • Almost all babies posset during the early months as their tiny bodies begin to develop and they adjust to actually feeding,
  • Posseting is the vomit of small quantities of undigested milk after each feed.
  • If baby will have no other symptoms, baby is happy, feeds well and gains weight than there is no worry
  • If baby is refusing to feed, vomiting, and not gaining weight, than the time to seek medical advice

CAUSES OF POSSETING:

  • Posseting is caused because due to the muscular valve present at the end of the food pipe of the baby is not mature completely and that is why it is not able to keep all the food in the stomach.
  • Posseting causes no pain or discomfort or other symptoms

FACTORS WHICH CAN INCREASE REFLUX IN BABIES:

  • Drinking too much milk and/or drinking it too quickly
  • Swallowing air during feeds
  • Teething as babies may swallow more saliva than usual
  • The introduction of solids or a new food
  • Having a cold and swallowing more mucus

 POSSETING AND VOMITING:

  • Posseting – While little food comes out of baby’s mouth in called posseting,
  • Vomiting- brings up a lot more liquid and it’s often a different color to posseting There are quite a lot of things that can cause baby to vomit including: Indigestion, Car sickness, Coughing, Prolonged crying

SEEK HELP WHEN:

  • If there is green or yellow, blood in your baby’s vomit
  • If your baby is losing weight
  • If your baby has a recurrent cough
  • If your baby is, crying
  • Fever
  • regularly vomits large amounts up to two hours after feeding
  • A swollen abdomen
  • Severe irritability
  • Shortness of breath
  • refuses feeds,

HOME MANAGEMENT OF POSSETING:

  • Handle baby with extra gently and with safety
  • In the first 6 weeks give them small amount of the breast feeding
  • Raise baby’s head slightly up when changing the nappy
  • Give smaller feeds and more frequently
  • Keep baby upright after every feeds for 15 minutes to 2o minutes
  • If you feed baby with milk bottle than burping him every two or three minutes
  • Start solid diet by 4-5 months
  • Avoid changing baby’s nappy when their stomach is full
  • Change nappy before a feed.
  • After feeding, sit baby semi-upright in a baby chair for 15 minutes, to help settle the milk.
  • Use a cloth nappy
  • Some advice is giving the baby a powder (which can mix with breast milk, baby’s formula or cooled boiled water) to thicken the contents of their stomach and help keep down the milk.
  • Choose those with elastic around the neck, or Velcro fasteners, which are easy to whip on and off. Make sure the bib is wide enough to cover the shoulders, and extends around the back of the neck, to catch those unexpected possets.
  • When baby burping, hold baby gently
  • Put towels or plastic on the floor around you when feeding
  • Know your baby’s capacity and feed them slightly less than the capacity.
  • After feed immediately help the baby burp so that the milk/formula can settle down in the stomach.
  • Holding the baby in the upright position
  • Dressing baby in loose clothing with her nappy fastened loosely around her tummy
  • Limiting caffeine intake while breastfeeding
appendicitis

APPENDICITIS

  • 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

APPENDICITIS

  • 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