A form of arthritis which causes chronic spine inflammation is known as Ankylosing Spondylitis. The sarco-iliac joints, which are situated between the base of spine and the pelvis, are inflamed in Ankylosing spondylitis. One of the first indications of AS is this inflammation, Known as Sarco-iliitis. The inflammation starts to spread to joints between the vertebrae, the bones that make up the spinal column and this condition is called Spondylitis. Ankylosis is a condition where vertebrae in spinal column fuse and grow inflexible over time.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS?

Although the precise origin of ankylosing spondylitis are unknown, some variables might contribute to an individual’s development of the condition. These factors includes :

• Gender : Males are more likely to develop it than females are. It affects males harder and earlier, whereas females often have milder type of AS.
• Age : Teenagers and young adults frequently experience the onset, which typically occurs between the age of 16 and 40.
• Genetics : People who have Human Leukocyte Antigen-B Gene mutation( HLA-B) are more likely to develop AS.
• Some Medical Problems : Individual with certain medical conditions are more likely to develop AS. The conditions includes :
  • Crohn’s Disease
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Psoriasis

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS?

Some of the common symptoms experienced by individuals with Ankylosing spondylitis are :

• Lower back stiffness and pain
• Neck pain
• Hip pain
• Fatigue
• Joint pain
• Difficulty in breathing
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal pain
• Vision problems
• Unexplained weight loss
• Diarrhea
• Skin rash

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS OF ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS?

If not treated properly , it can result in the emergence of complications like:

• Fused vertebrae
• Osteoporosis
• Jaw inflammation
• Spine become more prone to fractures
• Kyphosis
• Uveitis and photophobia
• Cauda equina syndrome
• Heart diseases like cardio-myopathy, arrhythmia etc
• Chest pain

LIFE STYLE CHANGES :

These actions might also helps to reduce pain and inflammation associated with AS :

• Maintain healthy weight
• Limit alcohol intake
• Stop smoking
• Cut down saturated fat

WHAT AYURVED SAYS ABOUT ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS?

According to Ayurveda, Asthimajjagata Vata is to blame. The vitiated vata reduces the body’s digestive fire, which results in the creation of ama. Ama and vitiated vata spread to Asthivaha and Majjavaha srotas of the trika sandhi, creating blockage and the onset of ankylosing spondylitis symptoms there.

 HERBS :

• Punarnava
• Sahijan
• Shunthi
• Ashwagandha

PANCHAKARMA :

• Patra pottali pind swedan
• Virechan
• Vasti
• Parisheka
• Parisht vasti
• Abhyanga

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATIONS FOR TREATMENT OF ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS :

1. Pain – O – Kill tablet

These are the herbal tablets made up of Jyotishmati (Celastrus paniculatus), Devdaru (Cedrus deodara), Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata), etc. The tablet is very beneficial in reducing stiffness, pain, tenderness, etc. CAC Pain o kill tablet is ayurvedic and purely herbal formulation. It help to relax your muscles and muscles cramps thus relieving pain. It balances all the three doshas of your body thus maintaining proper blood circulation. It provides soothing effect to the affected area of pain. It contains various herbs like Jivanti, Musta, Usher, Bilwa, Shatavri  and Kantakari. All these herbs are natural pain relievers.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

2. Trikatu Syrup

Trikatu syrup is considered as the best Ayurvedic remedy in pacifying the Vata Doshas and has amazing results in curing this condition. TRIKATU SYRUP is purely Ayurvedic formulation made up of three herbs. CAC Trikatu Syrup 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 syrup 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. It is an Appetizer and it improves digestion, supports normal gastric function, and normal circulation.

Recommended Dosage– Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

3. Pain – O – Kill Syrup

In ankylosing spondylitis, a patient has to suffer from tenderness, severe pain, etc. The syrup plays the best role in reducing such types of symptoms because it contains various vata pacifying herbs such as Shudh guggulu, Ashwagandha, Nirgundi, Hadjod, etc. that acts as an anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, & analgesic in nature.

Recommended Dosage– Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

4. Rasayan Vati

Rasayan vati is herbo-mineral Ayurvedic formulation which contains various herbs such as Aswagandha, Shilajeet, Amla, Kesar, Musali, Shatavar, Brahmi , Swarn Makshik Bhasam, Yashad Bhasam, Mukta pisti, Praval pisti, Jaiphal, Vang Bhasam, Aswagandha, Dalchini, Javitri, Gokhru, Kaunch Beej, Shilajeet, Saunth, Mirch, Pipli, Amla, Kesar, Manjith, Anant Mool, Brahmi, Musali, Shatavar, Swarn Vang, etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immune- modulator properties. These tablets provides good results in General debility, Psychological disorders, and improves immunity.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.

5. Vata Tablet

Vata balance tablet is a rejuvenating blend of herbs is specially formulated to balance Vata doshas without aggravating Pitta or Kapha doshas. It may be used to support overall health and well-being by Vata constitutions with or without food. For those with a dual constitution that includes Vata or a tridoshic constitution, it is an excellent formula for the Vata season, which in most parts of the world is autumn and early winter.

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

6. Nerve up tablet

Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata dosha and reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet,  praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. This tablet helps in the symptoms related to Allergy, ankylosis spondylitis.

Recommended Dosage –Take 1 tablet twice daily.

7. Pain – O – Kill Oil

This is for external application that shows instant relief in pacifying severe pain, tenderness, redness, swelling, etc. The oil is made up of Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata), Kushtha (Saussurea lappa), Vatsnabh (Aconitum ferox), etc. Pain o kill oil is ayurvedic and purely herbal formulation. It helps to relax your muscles and muscles cramps thus relieving pain. It balances all the three doshas of your body thus maintaining proper blood circulation. It provides soothing effect to the affected area of pain.

Method of application– Apply over the affected area twice daily.

INTRODUCTION

Cervical spondylitis is an age-related wear and tear of the intervertebral discs of the neck. The disks get shrunk and dehydrated alongwith bony projections along the edges of bones. It is a very common age-related problem and worsens with increasing age. Pain in neck, stiffness and difficulty in movement are the common symptoms of cervical spondylitis. It occurs because of the osteoarthritic changes in the cervical vertebrae.

In the early stages, there are no signs and symptoms but as time passes, the symptoms manifest. Physiotherapy, ice and rest are very beneficial in it. However, there are several medications which help in its treatment. Surgery is recommended at the last stage.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF CERVICAL SPONDYLITIS?

With increasing age, the vertebrae and intervertebral discs of spinal cord start degenerating and this leads to cervical spondylosis. Following are the several causes of cervical spondylitis:

• Dehydration and shrinking of intervertebral discs
• Cracks in spinal discs leading to herniation of discs
• Stiffness in ligaments
• Presence of bony projections called bony spurs
• Thinning of spinal discs
• Osteoarthritis of the cervical vertebrae

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF CERVICAL SPONDYLITIS?

Following are the factors which increase the risk of a person developing cervical spondylitis:

• Increasing age
• Injury of the neck
• Having a family history of cervical spondylitis
• Certain occupations
• Cigarette smoking
• Heavy lifting of objects
• Exposure to excessive vibrations like truck drivers or bus drivers
• Alcohol consumption

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF CERVICAL SPONDYLITIS?

The common signs and symptoms of cervical spondylitis are:

• Pain in neck
• Stiffness in neck
• Muscle spasm
• Light-headedness
• Neck soreness
• Clicking sound in neck
• Tingling sensation in arms and hands
• Numbness
• Less range of motion

HOW THE DIAGNOSIS OF CERVICAL SPONDYLOSIS CAN BE DONE?

The doctor will do a physical examination of the patient. He will look for swelling and stiffness in neck. He will check the range of movement of neck. He will ask about the signs and symptoms of the disease to the patient. He will take the family history of patient to evaluate about the genetic condition of the disease. The doctor will also recommend some of the following tests to the patient:

• X-ray of neck
• CT scan
• MRI
• Nerve function test (Electromyogram)

WHAT IS THE AYURVEDIC VIEWPOINT OF CERVICAL SPONDYLITIS?

Cervical spondylitis is known as Greeva graham in Ayurveda. Greeva means neck and graham means stiffness. A condition in which there occurs stiffness in neck is known as greeva graham. It is caused due to vitiation of vata dosha which leads to dryness and shrinking of the spinal discs. This causes decrease in kapha dosha which is responsible for cushioning in between bone joints. With healthy eating and healthy lifestyle, the symptoms of cervical spondylitis can be managed. There are various ayurvedic herbs which are used for the treatment of cervical spondylitis. Panchkarma and yoga are also found to be very effective in this.

Some of the ayurvedic herbs good for cervical spondylitis are:

• Rasna
• Bala
• Atibala
• Shalaparni
• Ashwagandha
• Shallaki

Panchkarma helps in removal of toxins from the body and helps in rejuvenating the body. Following are some of the panchkarma procedures recommended for cervical spondylitis:

• Snehana
• Swedana
• Greeva vasti
• Mridu virechana

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CERVICAL SPONDYLITIS

Here are some of the medicines of Chandigarh Ayurved centre which are used for the treatment of cervical spondylitis:

1. Nerve up tablet

These tablets are pure ayurvedic formulation. Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas and kapha dosha. It acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, praval pishti etc. This tablet helps in Backache, knee pain, headache, bronchitis, depression.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.

2. Back Care Tablet

CAC Back Care tablet is an herbal and purely Ayurvedic formulation. This tablet helps by strengthening your back muscles in relieving back painwhether it be by sciatica, arthritis, kidney infections, infection of the spine and cancer of spinal cord. It helps to pacify Vata dosha and also helps in maintaining proper blood circulation. This is often used for mild to moderate pain all over the body and relaxes your muscles. It contains herbs that act as natural pain relievers.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

3. Pain-O-Kill Oil

This herbal oil provides good results in body pain, swelling, stiffness, & inflammation. Massage with this oil relieves pain, stiffness, & swelling. Pain-O-Kill oil is prepared from herbal ingredients like Jyotishmati, Kustha, Devdaru, Vatsnabh, Rasna, etc. These all ingredients show anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, & analgesic properties. The antioxidant nature removes all toxins out from the body. Anti-inflammatory & analgesic properties reduce inflammation & pain in the body.

Method of Application: Take few drops of oil in your hands after that gently massage over the affected area of your body pain.

4. Pain–O-Kill Syrup

It is an herbal remedy that helps to get relief from the severe pain which is associated with cervical spondylitis. It includes ingredients like- Hadjod stem, Ashwagandha root, Shalaki gum, Suranjan sweet gum, Punarnava root, Methi seeds, Nirgundi leaves, Garlic bulb, etc. This syrup helps in reducing the stiffness & rejuvenates the body tissues. It helps to improve muscle tone. This syrup has a good result in reducing the inflammation.

Recommended Dosage – Take 2 teaspoonfuls twice a day before meal with normal water.

 

5. Panchsakar Churna

Panchsakar Churna is an Ayurvedic formulation that consists of five ingredients named as – Saindhav Lavana, Swarnapatri, Shatapushpa, Shunti, and Balaharitaki. It is naturally detoxifying, thus it removes the toxins from the body. This churna is mainly beneficial in cases of disc prolapsed, cervical pain, lower back pain, ligament sprain, neck stiffness, sprain in muscle, tendons. Panchsakar churna helps to relax the muscles around the neck and also reduces the inflammation.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 teaspoonful once a day with Luke warm water at bedtime.

6. Detox Premium Powder

These herbal sachets are prepared from ingredients such as  Sutshekhar ras, Parwal pishti, Shukta pishti, Giloy, Kamdudha ras, Shwet parpati that gives calming effect on the stomach. These sachets have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antacid like properties. It mainly affects in lowering the pitta dosha of the body and maintains proper digestion of the body.

Recommended Dosage:Take one sachet twice daily with normal water.

INTRODUCTION

Fungal infections are the diseases which are caused by various types of fungus. Fungi are normally present on or inside the body but when it multiplies in an uncontrollable fashion, then it leads to fungal infection of the concerned area. They mostly occur on skin, nails, mouth, throat, genitalia, etc. Fungal infections spread from one person to another and are thus contagious.

Fungi are the micro-organisms which contain chitin in their cell wall. Some fungi like mushrooms are edible whereas some like aspergillus are life-threatening. Different types of skin diseases are caused by different types of fungi. A person can have fungal infections from animals also.

By maintaining proper cleanliness and having a healthy diet, fungal infections can be managed and prevented. There are several medications which are available for its treatment.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF FUNGAL INFECTIONS?

People of any age can get fungal infection. But it most commonly occurs in places where moisture traps and there is lot friction. However, some factors increase the risk of a person developing fungal infections:

• Weakened immune system
• Poor blood circulation
• Suffering from diabetes
• AIDS
• Chemotherapy
• Radiation therapy
• Autoimmune disorders
• Immunosuppressant medicines

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF FUNGAL INFECTIONS?

There are various types of fungal infections which cause several types of symptoms. Following are the different types of fungal infections:

• Tinea cruris
• Tinea pedis
• Tinea capitis
• Tinea corporis
• Onychomycosis
• Candidiasis
• Tinea versicolor

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF FUNGAL INFECTIONS?

The common signs and symptoms of fungal infections are:

• Intense itching
• Red circular rash with raised edges
• Skin soreness
• Discoloration and thickening of nails
• Feeling tired
• White patches in mouth or throat
• Swelling in skin
• Blisters
• Fever
• Headache
• Burning sensation in the affected area
• Flaking and peeling of skin
• Redness in groin
• Whitish or yellow discharge from vagina

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF FUNGAL INFECTIONS

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurved centre which are used for the treatment of fungal infections:

1. Detox Premium Powder

Detox premium powder is a very effective ayurvedic medicine to cure blemishes as it purifies the whole body by removing excess toxins from the body. The powder is composed of shukta pishti, giloy satv, gandhak rasayan, moti pishti, akik pishti, shankh bhasma, etc. The ingredient reduces all the signs and symptoms associated with the blemishes.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.

2. Twak Churana

This herbal powder is prepared from two herbs Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) & Chopchini (Smilax malabarica) that in combination reduces uneven pigmentation. Manjishtha mainly helps in deep detoxification and blood purification. It can also be used for hand lotion to treat dry, cracked hands, or feet. This herbal powder is good for dry skin, rashes, acne. It has been used in psoriasis. Skin Glow powder removes toxins and impurities of blood. This powder helps to rejuvenate and promote the longevity. It helps to open the blocked sweat pores. This powder is used in infectious conditions like, eczema, pimples, and chronic skin disorders.

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

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. Itch Care Tablet

It is pure herbal combination which is purely natural. Skin primarily protect our body from toxins present in environment. Itching is related to various skin problems like dermatitis or irritates such as nickel in jewelry, infected cut. Chronic skin condition like psoriasis, acne and due to internal conditions like blood, lungs, and liver. Mainly toxins in skin arises due to excess rakta dhatu and rasa or  plasma nourishes the skin.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.

6. Handmade Neem Soap

NEEM capsules 100% Safe and purely Ayurvedic preparation. CAC NEEM CAPSULES is natural and herbal product 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. Neem leaves are rich in Vitamin-E, Fatty acids & emollients. 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.

Dosage:1 cap twice daily after  meal with plain water

The airways leading to lungs gets inflamed and filled with mucus is known as Bronchitis. When the trachea and bronchi(airways) are inflamed, they expand and produce mucus, which causes coughing. Coughing fits might linger for a few days to weeks. Cough is the primary symptom of the bronchitis.

The most frequent cause of acute bronchitis is viruses. Acute and chronic bronchitis can be brought on by smoke and other irritants.

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF BRONCHITIS?

Bronchitis is categorized into two types which includes :

• Acute Bronchitis : It is the most common type and is also known as a chest cold. It normally goes away without any lasting consequences within a week to 10 days, however the cough may persist for weeks.
• Chronic Bronchitis : The other form, chronic bronchitis, causes periods of protracted coughing and inflammation and is a far more dangerous, irreversible lung condition. The illness alters the structure of the bronchial tubes, causing symptoms that may flare up and worsen over time but never go away completely.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF BRONCHITIS?

Bronchitis may be brought on by almost anything that irritated the airways. The factors includes :

• Viruses : The respiratory syncytial virus(RSV), adenovirus, rhinovirus and corona virus are among the viruses that can cause bronchitis.
• Bacteria : Chlamydia pneumonia, Mycoplasma pneumonia and Brodetella pertussis are some of the cause bronchitis.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF BRONCHITIS?

There are certain factors that might increase the risk of bronchitis which includes :

• Low Resistance : Individuals with low immunity are more at risk of developing this condition.
• Gastric Reflux : Repeated episodes of excruciating heartburn can irritate the throat and increase the risk of bronchitis.
• Smoking : Both acute and chronic bronchitis are more common in individuals who smoke or who live with smoker.
• Exposure to irritants : If an individual works around specific lung irritants, like textiles or grains, or is exposed to chemical fumes, their chances of having bronchitis increases.
• Other Respiratory conditions : Individuals with other respiratory conditions like COPD, asthma etc are more at risk of developing bronchitis.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF BRONCHITIS?

Some common symptoms experienced by individual with bronchitis includes :

• Cough
• Slight fever and chills
• Chest discomfort
• Fatigue
• Production of clear, yellowish-green or white colored mucus
• Wheezing
• Blocked nose and sinuses
• Headaches
• Shortness of breath
• Sore throat

LIFE STYLE CHANGES :

• Avoid irritants like dust, smoke, vapors, fumes and other air pollutants.
• Switch to healthy diet to boost your immunity.
• Drink plenty of fluids like water, herbal tea, fruit juices, clear soups etc to thin the mucus
• Wash hands frequently to reduce the risk of catching infections.
• Use humidifier because breathing warm, moist air reduce cough, helps to loosen mucus in the airways and promotes expectoration,

WHAT AYURVED SAYS ABOUT BRONCHITIS?

It is comparable to Tamak Shwash in ayurveda. Doshas, especially kapha, gets vitiated as a result of exposure to etiological stimuli. The aggravated kapha dosha vitiates the digestive fire and causes ama(toxins) to develop. Ama builds up and together with vitiated kapha, cause blockage of Pranavaha strotos, which impedes the natural flow of prana vayu and leads to development of Tamak shwasa in individual.

HERBS :

• Pushkarmoola
• Tulsi
• Haridra
• Vasa
• Yastimadhu
• Vibhitaka
• Bharangi
• Shirisha
• Shunthi

PANCHAKARMA :

• Vaman
• Uro vasti
• Nasyam
• Patra pottali pind swedan
• Parisheka

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATIONS FOR TREATMENT OF BRONCHITIS:

1. Broncho care syrup:

Broncho care syrup is used to eliminate chronic cough, bronchitis, common cold, whooping cough, etc. This ayurvedic syrup contains Vasa patra (Adhatoda vasica), Kantkari (Solanum surattense), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Bharangi (Clerodendrum serratum), Chitrakmool (Plumbago zeylanica), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Pippali(Piper longum), Lasoda (Cordia dichotoma), Pudina (Mentha spicata), etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, bronchodilator properties.

Recommended Dosage –Take 2 teaspoonful twice a day.

2. Cough Go Tablets:

Cough Go tablets are ayurvedic formulation containing ingredients like Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Pippali (Piper longum), Kali mirch (Piper nigrum), etc. These tablets are very effective in bronchitis, cough, cold, nasal problems, and other respiratory problems.

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

3. Kapha Sachet

The powder contains a mixture of herbal ingredients which are mainly made for the treatment of asthma. Their properties generally balance the vata and kapha dosha. The sachet contains ingredients like – Sitopladi churna,  Laxmi vilas ras, Godanti bhasma, etc. It is used mainly in chronic cough, whooping cough and trouble breathing. It also relieves congestion of chest, sore throat. The ingredients loosen the mucus accumulated in the chest thus making it easy to cough it out. Its main therapeutic effects appear on lungs, pleura, and airways.

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

4. Giloy capsule:

Giloy capsules are formed with the standardized extract of herb giloy (Tinospora cordifolia). The Giloy herb improves immunity, removes toxins from body, purifies blood, beneficial in cough, cold, fever, & bronchitis.

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

5. Trikatu Syrup:

Trikatu combines the goodness of Black pepper, Ginger and, Long pepper to create an herbal remedy for digestive ailments, sluggish metabolism, obesity, and high cholesterol. This syrup has best results in anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, and expectorant. It also help to tackle the weight problems or obesity. It can modulate your body’s immune response while cutting the characteristic inflammation associated with the back pain.

Recommended Dosage–Take 2 teaspoonful twice a day before meal with normal water.

Welt-like, elevated red spots or lumps on the skin is known as Urticaria. They are a sort of swelling that appears on skin’s surface and are brought on by an allergic response. When individuals immune system comes into touch with an allergen, allergic responses occur. Allergens are proteins which are usually harmless for most individuals but can trigger allergic reactions in those who are sensitive.

Urticaria often causes intense itching, but you may also experience burning or stinging. They can range in size from a finger tip or as big as dinner plate. Urticaria welts can occasionally merge together to  create plaques, which are large in size. Even though they may be visible for a few days or more, urticaria often go away in less than 24 hours.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF URTICARIA ?

The welts produced in urticaria are due to the release of immune system chemicals, like histamine into the bloodstream. The skin reaction can be triggered due to following factors :

• Allergens like pollen, molds or pet dander
• Anxiety
• Pressure on the skin
• Sunlight
• Vibrations
• Insect like wasp , bee etc sting
• Bacterial infections, such as strep throat, UTI etc
• Exposure to cold or hot temperature
• Scratching the skin
• Viral infections, such as common cold etc
• Latex
• Certain medications , such as ibuprofen, aspirin, antibiotics etc.
• Certain foods like nuts, shell fish, eggs etc.
• Certain plants like poison ivy, poison oak, nettles etc

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF URTICARIA ?

The common symptoms experienced by individuals with urticaria includes :

• Welts which might be red, purple or skin colored, depending on skin color.
• Batches of wheals which might arise anywhere on body
• Itchiness, that can be intense
• Flares triggered by exercise, heat or stress
• Painful swelling around eyes, lips or cheeks
• Blanch when pressed
• Welts usually subsides within 24 hours

PREVENTIVE MEASURES :

• Avoid extreme changes in temperature
• Wear loose-fitted and lightweight cloths
• Eliminate specific dietary items from the diet
• Lessen exposure to allergens in air
• Use soaps and detergents free of fragrances and color instead

WHAT AYURVED SAYS ABOUT URTICARIA ?

It can be compared to Sheetpitta in Ayurveda. The aggravation of Vata and Kapha dosha is brought on by excessive exposure to etiological stimuli such as chilly breezes, ingestion of pungent and salty foods, contact with cold objects, improper emesis etc. In turn the vitiated Vata and kapha combines with Pitta dosha and move throughout the body, where they lodge into the body’s external surface( under the skin) and thus lead to development of the Sheetpitta.

HERBS :

• Druva
• Haridra
• Patol
• Gambhari
• Yashtimadhu
• Neem
• Manjistha
• Amalaki
• Agnimantha

PANCHAKARMA :

• Raktamokshan
• Lepam
• Vaman
• Virechan
• Parisheka
• Udvartan

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATIONS FOR TREATMENT OF URTICARIA :

1) Aloe Vera  Gulab Gel –

Aloe Vera Gulab Gel is formed with the pure extract of herb Aloe Vera and the mixture of rose petals. Thus this wonderful composition provides a cooling effect on the skin that relieves from burning sensation, itchiness, etc. The gel helps in maintaining healthy skin and repairing skin damage.

Recommended Dosage – Gently apply over the affected area of the skin.

 

2) Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu –

The tablets are very beneficial in curing skin diseases as it contains the Pitta pacifying ingredients such as Shuddh guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Amrita (Tinospora cordifolia), Gajapippali (Piper chaba), Shunthi (Zingiber officinalis), etc. The tablet is Tridoshahara, thus is very effective in maintaining the hormonal level in the body.

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

 

3) Skin care tablet –

Skin care tablet is a pure ayurvedic formulation. It helps 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. These tablets also act as a skin moisturizer, Improves blood circulatio, reduce itching and burning sensation of skin, Prevent acne and pimples.

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

 

4) Neem Capsules –

NEEM capsules 100% Safe and purely Ayurvedic preparation. CAC NEEM CAPSULES is natural and herbal product 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  Neem leaves are rich in Vitamin-E, Fatty acids & emollients.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 capsules twice daily with normal water.

 

5) 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.

 

6) Itch Care Tablet

It is pure herbal combination which is purely natural. Skin primarily protect our body from toxins present in environment. Itching is related to various skin problems like dermatitis or irritates such as nickel in jewelry, infected cut. Chronic skin condition like psoriasis, acne and due to internal conditions like blood, lungs, and liver. Mainly toxins in skin arises due to excess rakta dhatu and rasa or  plasma nourishes the skin.

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

Fingernails or toenails that are curved downward, like a spoon that describe clubbing nails the nails may feel soft when pressed and no longer sit even with the cuticle. This often occurs along with swelling or bulging of the tips of the fingers or toes as well.
Nail clubbing is a warning sign of a serious condition such as a lung or heart condition or certain cancers.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF CLUBBED NAILS
Clubbing is associated with:
Lung Diseases:
– Lungs cancer
– Interstitial lungs disease most commonly pulmonary fibrosis
– Complicated tuberculosis
– Suppurative lung disease: lungs abscess, empyema, bronchiectasis, and cystic fibrosis.
– Mesothelioma of the pleura
– Arteriovenous fistula or malformation
– Sarcoidosis

Heart Diseases:
– Any disease featuring chronic hypoxia
– Congenital cyanotic heart disease (most common cardiac cause)
– Subacute bacterial endocarditis
– Atrial myxoma (benign tumor)

Gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary diseases:
– Malabsorption
– Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
– Cirrhosis especially in primary biliary cholangitis
– Hepatopulmonary syndrome a complication of cirrhosis

Others:
-Graves’ disease (autoimmune hyperthyroidism)
– Familial and hereditary clubbing

WHAT ARE THE COMMON SYMPTOMS OF CLUBBING

– The nail beds soften.

– The nails may seem to “float” instead of being firmly attached.

– The nails form a sharper angle with the cuticle.

– The last part of the finger may appear large or bulging. It may also be warm and red.

– The nail curves downward so it looks like the round part of an upside-down spoon.

WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FINGER CLUBBING?
There are five stages of clubbing
1. Grade 1 – The nail bed becomes soft
2. Grade 2 – There are changes in the angle of the nail fold
3. Grade 3 – The nail takes on a more obvious curve
4. Grade 4 – The end of the finger becomes thicker (club-like)
5. Grade 5 – The nail takes on a shiny appearance
HOW CLUBBING AFFECTS NAIL BEDS

Any medical illnesses that can cause clubbing are generally allied with decreased oxygen levels. Clubbing occurs when body undergoes changes in response to low oxygen.
Several processes affect the nail beds in secondary clubbing. The nail widening occurs due to the growth of excess soft tissue below the nail beds. The enlargement is associated with inflammation and a proliferation of small blood vessels in the nail beds.
A protein called vascular endothelial growth factor stimulates the growth of blood vessels, and this protein is considered a major factor in the physical changes that occur in clubbing.

WHAT ARE THE DIAGNOSIS OF CLUBBING NAILS
– A chest X-ray and possibly a CT scan to look for lung cancer as well as other lung and heart-related conditions

– An electrocardiogram (EKG) and/or echocardiogram to evaluate your heart

– Arterial blood gases and/or pulmonary function tests to evaluate your lung function and look for underlying lung diseases

– Blood tests, such as liver function tests and thyroid function tests.

HOW DO I PREVENT CLUBBING FROM COMING BACK?
If you are at risk for clubbing, you should take steps to avoid conditions that might worsen lung or heart problems. Stopping smoking is essential. You can also lower your chances of catching viruses that cause lung infections by following a healthy diet, getting exercise, and receiving necessary vaccines.

A skin condition which causes the skin to lose its pigment or color is known as Leucoderma. This condition cause the skin to appear lighter than the natural skin tone or turn white. If the area of skin losing pigment is greater than 1 centimeter, it is referred to as a patch, and if it is less than 1 centimeter broad, it is known as a Macule.

This skin condition develop when body’s immune system destroy melanocytes. Melanocytes are skin cells are responsible for producing melanin, the substance that gives pigmentation or color to skin. Neither the ailment is infectious nor life-threatening. It could cause stress or make individual feel self-conscious.

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF LEUCODERMA ?

There are different types of Leucoderma including :

• Generalized : This type is the most common type which causes macules to appear in different places on the body.
• Mucosal : This type affects mucous membranes of mouth or genitals of the individual.
• Segmental : Only one side of the body or one specific part, such as hands or face, is affected by this type.
• Focal : This is a rare type in which macules develop in small area and do not spread in certain pattern within 1 to 2 years.
• Universal : This is also rare type which causes more than 80% of the skin to not have pigment
• Trichome : With this kind, individual gets a bulls-eye with a white or colorless center, followed by lighter-pigmented area and a spot that matches the skin tone.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF LEUCODERMA?

Certain factors that might contribute in development of Leucoderma are :

• Genetic Changes : Genetic mutation or change to body’s DNA can affect how melanocytes function. There are more than 30 genes that can make individual more likely to get
• An Auto-immune Condition : Melanocytes, which are healthy cells, are mistaken by immune system for foreign invaders like germs that might harm the body. Individuals immune system over-reacts to this, producing anti-bodies that attack melanocytes.
• Stress : If individual frequently suffer physical stress on body or emotional stress on your body, particularly after an injury, the melanocyte cells may generate less pigment.
• Environmental Triggers : Melanocyte cells ability to operate can be impacted by things like exposure to harmful chemicals and UV light.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF LEUCODERMA?

Common symptoms that are experienced by the individual Leucoderma includes :

• Skin color loss which typically first manifests in patches on the hands, face and regions near body opening and the genitalia.
• Premature greying or whitening of eyebrow, eyelashes, beard or scalp hair.
• Mucosal membranes , the tissues that lines the interior of the nose and mouth lose color.
• Loss or alteration of color in retina.
• Depression
• Mood swings

WHAT AYURVEDA SAYS ABOUT LEUCODERMA?

In Ayurveda it can be correlated with Shvitra kushta. Due to exposure to etiological factors like intake of unwholesome food, anger, stress etc leads to vitiation of the tri doshas in the body. The vitiated doshas hampers the digestive fire and leads to formation of Ama. The formed ama along with aggravated doshas get mixed with rasa, rakta and mansa dhatu and spreads all over the body which leads to discoloration of the skin color thus causing Shvitra kushta.

HERBS :

• Maricha
• Khadira
• Jyotishmati
• Markava
• Bakuchi
• Haridra
• Patol

PANCHAKARMA :

• Vaman
• Body lepam
• Rakta mokshan
• Virechana

CHANDIGARH AYURVEDA CENTRE MEDICATION FOR TREATMENT OF LEUCODERMA

1. Detox Premium Powder

This is the mixture of all herbal medicines which are beneficial in the treatment of leucoderma. The mixture contains ingredients like- Moti pishti, Parwal pishti, Giloy satva, Jahar mohra, Akik pishti, Gandhak rasayan, etc. These ingredients balance all the Tridosha. It brings the cooling effect and useful in the inflamed parts of the body.

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

2. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu

Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu is a classical Ayurvedic formulation that keeps the Vata, Pitta, and Kapha calm. It purifies the blood and very beneficial for skin diseases. It is prepared form ingredients like – Patola (Trichosanthes dioica), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Vasa (Adhatoda vasica), etc. It reduces inflammation and provides cooling effects. This Ayurvedic medicine has potent use in managing skin problems like psoriasis, leucoderma, eczema, as it helps to eliminate the toxins from the blood.

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

3. Tolenorm oil

Tolenorm oil is a Proprietary Siddha Medicine which is specially formulated with both polar and non-polar actives prepared through a unique process from the following plants: Wrightia tinctoria, Psorolea corylifolia, Indigofera tinctoria, Piper longum and Oleum Cocos nucifera. Therapy with Tolenorm oil is proven to be effective in the management of Vitiligo and hypopigmentary problems.

Dosage: Apply on the effective area twice daily.

4. Skin Care tablet

Skin care tablet is herbo mineral and purely Ayurvedic formulation. It helps 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, removes stagnant blood and dissolves obstructions in the blood flow that further increase blood circulation of the skin. It minimizes the blemishes, lighten sun tan, delay ageing of skin and heal skin problems. It is Natural skin moisturizer, Delay ageing, Remove blemishes, Reduce itching and burning sensation of skin, Prevent acne and pimples, In allergic skin diseases, Relieves leucoderma

DOSAGE: Take 1-2 tablets twice daily

5. Babchi Tablet

CAC Babchi Tablet is an herbal formulation which is beneficial in fungal infection of nail, psoriasis, deafness, bleedings from wounds, insomnia, vitiligo, Cancer, Jaundice, provide natural color to skin, Eczema, Leprosy, skin problems, Leucoderma, purifies blood, supports healthy melanin pigment (skin pigment that supports healthy skin color) in body.

DOSAGE: Take 1-2 tablets twice daily