DESCRIPTION

Jaundice (also known as icterus) is defined yellowish pigmentation of the skin, the conjunctiva membranes over the sclera (whites of the eyes), and other mucous membranes caused by hyperbilirubinemia (increased levels of bilirubin level in the blood). Newborn jaundice is a yellowish color of baby skin and eyes. It is very common in neonatal and can occur when babies have a high level of bilirubin level, a yellow pigment produced during normal breakdown of red blood cells in body. In older babies and adults, the liver processes bilirubin, which then passes through the intestinal tract. However, in newborn’s the liver still-developing and may not be mature to remove bilirubin in the body. In most cases, newborn jaundice goes away on its own as a baby’s liver develops, and which helps bilirubin pass through the body. In most cases, jaundice will disappear within two to three weeks. Jaundice that stay longer than three weeks may be a symptom of an underlying condition. High levels of bilirubin can put a baby at risk for deafness, cerebral palsy, and other forms of brain damage.

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF JAUNDICE

• Bilirubin mainly originates from heme via the catalyzation of heme oxygenase (HO) and biliverdin reductase and is conjugated into direct form by UDP-glucuronosyl transferase (UGT1A1) for subsequent biliary secretion.
• Jaundice occurs when conjugated or unconjugated bilirubin deposits onto the skin and it is very common during the neonatal period. Neonatal jaundice is related to physiologic and pathologic conditions.
• Physiologic aspects are comprised of increased bilirubin production, less efficient hepatic conjugation and enhanced enter hepatic circulation. In pathologic condition, there are two patterns of diseases that is hyperbilirubinemia and cholestasis.
• In hyerbilirubinemia there is accumulation of unconjugated bilirubin beyond the extent of physiologic jaundice, while cholestasis results from the excretory obstruction of conjugated bilirubin. Neonatal hyperbilirubinemia carries a potential risk of kernicterus, a long-term neurological impairment.
• Proper management is important to avoid the complications. The phototherapy and exchange transfusion is the management of neonatal jaundice. 

AYURVEDIC APPROACH

• Nidana – 
• According to Acarya Caraka, consumption of Pitadusta stanya (breast milk which is vitiated by pita) is the cause of yellowish discoloration of the skin which is explained under Ashtaksheera dosas. He also said that Pandu rogi consuming excessive Pittala Ahara is the root cause of Kamala.
• According to Acarya Susruta, Kamala is considered as a synonym of Panduroga due to Aparityaga (not treated) of Panduroga. 
• Acarya Vagbhata said that, kamala is caused by Atyartha pittala ahara sevana by a Pandu rogi or by a pitala person it leads to Kamala. 
• Madava Nidana, Yogaratnakara and Bhava prakasha also said that Pitadusta stanya is the cause of Kamala. 
• Purva rupa –
• Separate Purvarupas of Kamala has not been mentioned by acharyas. According to Acharya Caraka, Kamala represents a state of Pandu roga with different symptoms whereas Acharya Susrutha do not explain about Purvarupas kamala.
  
• Rupa –
• Charaka samhitha describes the Lakshanas as yellowish discoloration of eye, nail and urine.
  
• Samprapti –
  Raktavaha srotas dushti >  Vridi and sancaya of Mala roopa pitta > Sthana samshraya in Twak, Rakta and Mamsa  > Navajata shishu kamala

SIGN AND SYMPTOMS OF JAUNDICE

• Yellow discoloration of the skin, mucous membranes and sclera
• Poor feeding
• Lethargy or excessive sleepiness
• Changes in muscle tone 
• High-pitched crying
• Seizures
• Yellow color inside the mouth
• Dark or brown-colored urine
• Pale or clay-colored stools

TREATMENT IN AYURVEDA

• 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 show Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, Hepato-protective, properties. This syrup improves digestion, enhances appetite.
  Recommended Dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful’s twice daily.

• Liver care tablet – These tablets are 100% safe and purely ayurvedic formulation. It maintains the proper functioning of the liver and stimulates the growth of new liver cells. Liver Care Tablets 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 balances excess Pitta Dosha and helps in problems like abdominal bloating,flatulence, abdominal pain, loss of appetite and indigestion.
  Recommended Dosage – Take 1/2 tablet twice daily with normal water.

• Immune up powder – Immuno up sachet is pure herbal formulation. The importance of working on your immunity is now on an all-time high. If a person fall ill easily, it means their body’s immunity is low. This pacifies tridosha (Vata, pitta and Kapha), strengthen your immunity, keeps your digestive system fit and also detox your body. It also works in cold, fever and flu conditions. It consists of effective levels of antioxidants, Vitamin C and E which circulate in the body to protect it against the damage caused by free radicals. It is a natural immune-modulator properties to prevent and ease coughing, sneezing, etc. It provides quick relief from early signs of running nose, Sore throat, body pains, and weakness.
  Recommended Dosage – Take 1 sachet in a day with water.

• Rasayan vati – Rasayan vati is herbo-mineral ayurvedic formulation, which is 100% natural. Rasayan vati contains various herbs such as Aswagandha, Shilajeet, Amla, Kesar, Musali, Shatavar, Brahmi Abhrak Bhasam, Swarn Makshik Bhasam, Yashad Bhasam, Mukta pisti, Praval pisti, Jaiphal, Vang Bhasam, Dalchini, Javitri, Gokhru, Kaunch Beej, Saunth, Mirch, Pipli, Amla, Kesar, Manjith, Anant Mool, Brahmi, Musali, Swarn Vang, etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immuno-modulator properties.  These tablets provide good results in General debility, Psychological disorders, and improves immunity.
  Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet in a day with water. 

DESCRIPTION

A blemish is any type of mark, spot, discoloration that appears on the skin. Blemishes on the face may be due to unsightly and emotionally upsetting. Blemishes most are benign and not life-threatening in nature. Some blemishes in the skin can give the signal of skin cancer. Medical treatment or using home remedies may help to reduce the appearance of blemishes.

CAUSES OF CAUSES OF BLEMISHES

Some blemishes, like cold sores, are caused by viruses such as HSV-1. The varicella-zoster virus (VZV) causes chickenpox in humans.

• Infections – Certain types of skin infections can cause blemishes on the skin. These include Malassezia folliculitis (fungal acne), which is an infection of hair follicles. This condition is caused by an overgrowth of yeast and causes pustules to form.
• Genetics – Acne may have genetically occurred. Certain hereditary conditions may also cause blemishes to occur. These include:
• Darier disease – Warlike blemishes form in the skin that is smelly, oily, and hard to the touch.
• Adult type 3 GM1 gangliosidosis – This is a rare hereditary condition that causes noncancerous blemishes in the skin to form on the lower torso.
• Fabry disease – This is an inherited disorder that involves gene mutation in the body.
• Sun exposure – Overexposure to the sun, the harmful ultraviolet (UV) A and B rays can cause skin cancer, hyperpigmentation, and cause other forms of skin damage.
• Clogged pores – Overproduction of oil by the sebaceous glands can cause blemishes. Hormonal changes also trigger this overproduction of glands, in puberty. Excess oil can mix with dead skin cells, dirt, or bacteria. This results in pimples, pustules, blackheads, and whiteheads forming. Skin pores can become clogged from products, such as makeup, sunscreen, and moisturizers. Hairstyling products can also clog your pores if they get onto your face. Environmental toxins, such as dirt, car exhaust, and pollution, can settle down on your skin, mingled with oil, and clog pores.
• Diet – Food allergies and contact dermatitis both can cause skin irritation and bumps. Dairy products, like skim milk, may cause acne Trusted Source in some people. Diets rich in sugar and simple carbohydrates may also lead to blemishes.
• Medications – Some prescribed medicines may cause acne as a side effect. These include:
• Corticosteroids
• Androgenic steroids
• Lithium
• Anti-seizure drugs

TYPE OF BLEMISHES

Blemish is a broad term used for any type of skin mark. There are numerous types of blemishes that include:

1. Acne – Acne is a common condition that can appear as:

• Pimples
• Blackheads
• Whiteheads

Acne occurs when sebum, bacteria, or dirt clogs the hair follicles. Acne sometimes leaves dark spots, pockmarks, or scarring on the skin. This acne is also the type of blemishes. Hormonal changes play a role in the formation of acne. Stress may also make acne worse by increasing sebum production, although it is not considered a root cause of this condition.

2. Papules -These are small skin lesions of different types. They are typically around one centimeter in diameter. They can vary in color from pink and to brown. Pimples are sometimes called papules. Papules can occur individually or in clusters form and can be any shape. Examples of papules are

• Chickenpox rashes
• Eczema
• Dermatitis
• Psoriasis and shingles 

3. Nodules – Nodules are a collection of tissue in the skin. They are hard to the touch, larger than papules, usually one to two centimeters in diameter. Nodules can occur at any level of the skin. They can vary in color from flesh-toned to red. Examples are Skin tags and warts.

4. Age spots (liver spots) – These are the small, dark spots that can form on any area of the body that is been exposed to the sun. They are most common in people whose age over 50, but they can also occur in younger people. Age spots are a type of hyperpigmentation.

5. Pustules – These are fluid- or pus-filled bumps. Whiteheads and chickenpox blisters are the types of pustules. Other conditions that cause pustules to form include scabies and rosacea, these are common skin conditions marked by blisters and visible blood vessels.

6. Ingrown hair – Hair removal techniques such as waxing, shaving sometimes result in ingrown hairs. These are hairs that grow back into the skin and become trapped hairs. This causes a red bump to form. People who have curly hairs may be more susceptible to ingrown hairs than those who have straight hair. Ingrown hairs can turn into large hairs, fluid-filled ingrown hair cysts. These ingrown hair cysts can be red, yellow, or white in appearance, and maybe uncomfortable or painful to touch.

7. Birthmarks – Birthmarks typically occur either at the time of birth or shortly afterward. They can range in appearance, size, shape, and color. Moles and port-wine stains are types of birthmarks that last for life. Other types, such as hemangiomas fade over time.

8. Melasma – It is very common during pregnancy. It is identified as brownish patches in the skin. It can be due to sun exposure and hormonal changes.

BLEMISH COLOUR GUIDANCE

The color of your blemishes may provide clues as to their cause.

1. Red

Many blemishes appear red on the skin. These include:

• Pimples
• Pustules
• Rosacea
• Allergic reactions
• Ingrown hairs
• Cold sores
• Certain types of skin cancer also look red in color.

2. Brown – Skin cancers, such as malignant melanoma, can look dark brown or black in color. Some birthmarks and hyperpigmentation can be brown in color. Melasma causes brown or grayish patches on the skin.

3. Black – Malignant melanoma presents as a dark-colored blemish on the skin. Blackheads may be surrounded by a halo of red or simply appear as black, raised dots in skin.

4. White – Whiteheads and certain types of fungal infections appear as white blemishes Ingrown hairs.

TREATMENT FOR BLEMISHES

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. Skin Glow Kadha – Skin glow kadha is an Ayurvedic proprietary that gives the best result in the treatment of acne, blemishes, rashes, and other common skin problems. The decoction is composed of dalchini, giloy, tulsi, chirata, haldi, mahaguni, bahera, etc. The ingredients have anti-aging properties and act as natural astringent that provides freshness to the skin, helps in improving the skin texture, restores the skin balance and naturally improves the quality of the skin.
   Recommended Dosage – Take 20 ml twice daily with an equal amount of water.
3. 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.
4. Aloe Vera Gel – Aloe Vera herb is well known for its medicinal properties and has multiple benefits in case of skin problems. The gel is made up of pure extract of aloe vera that has a mixture of rose petals in it. The gel has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial properties and also provides a
   coolant effect to the skin.
   Method of Application – Gently apply over the affected area of the skin.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Panchatikta ghrita guggulu – This tablet contains pure herbal ingredients such as Nimba(Azadirachta indica), Patola(Cucumis acutangulus), Guduchi(Tinospora cordifolia), Vasa(Adhatoda vasica), etc. these herbs shows Antioxidant, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic, antipruritic, neuro-protective
   properties. This tablet is effective in Indigestion, blood purification, blemishes, scars, asthma, and gout.
   Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

DESCRIPTION

Hydronephrosis is the swelling of kidney due to collection of urine in the kidney. It occurs when urine cannot drain out from the kidney to the bladder due to blockage or obstruction. It can occur in one or both kidneys. Urinary tract play important role to remove wastes and fluid from the body. The urinary tract has four parts that are the kidneys, the ureters, the bladder, and the urethra. The formation of urine is occur when the kidneys filter blood and remove excess waste materials and fluid through urine. Urine collects into a part of the kidney known as the renal pelvis, from that the urine travels down a narrow tube called the ureter into the bladder. The bladder slowly fills up with urine, which drained from the body through another small tube called the urethra. Hydronephrosis occurs when there is a blockage of the outflow of urine, or reverse flow of urine already in the bladder that can cause the renal pelvis to enlarge. Hydronephrosis may or may not cause symptoms. The main symptom of hydronephrosis is pain, either in the side and back abdomen and groin. Other symptoms can include pain during urination, increased urge or frequency, incomplete urination, incontinence, nausea, and fever. These symptoms depend on the cause and severity of the urinary blockage.

CAUSE

Hydronephrosis is usually caused by another underlying illness and risk factors. Causes of hydronephrosis include:

• Kidney stone
• Congenital blockage (present at birth)
• Blood clot
• Scarring of tissue (due to injury or previous surgery)
• Tumor or cancer in bladder, cervical, colon or prostate
• Enlarged prostate 
• Pregnancy
• Urinary tract infection
• Partial blockage in the urinary tract – Urinary tract blockages from where the kidney meets the ureter. Less commonly the blockages may occur where the ureter meets the bladder.
• Vesicoureteral reflux – Vesicoureteral reflux happens when urine flows backward through the ureter from the bladder up into the kidney.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

• Pain in the side and back that may radiate to the lower abdomen or groin.
• Urinary problems such as pain with urination or feeling an urgent or frequent need to urinate.
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Fever
• Failure to thrive, in infants

DIAGNOSE

• Blood test – to evaluate kidney function
• Urine test – to check signs of infection or urinary stones that cause a blockage
• Ultrasound imaging exam – View the kidneys, bladder, and other urinary structures to identify potential problems.
• Specialized X-ray of the urinary tract – It uses a special dye to outline the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra, capturing images before and during urination
• If necessary, the doctor recommends additional imaging exams, such as a CT scan or MRI.

TREATMENT

• Gokshuru Capsules – Gokshuru capsules are pure ayurvedic medicine which is very effective in kidney disorders as it has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce the swelling of the abdomen. It also acts as diuretic which causes increased urine secretion from the body and removal of all the toxins. These capsules contain pure extract of Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris). It provides effective result in acute & chronic kidney disease, chronic renal failure, cystitis, and urethritis, nephropathy, and urinary tract infections.
  Recommended Dosage: Take one capsule twice daily with normal water.
• Kidney Care Tablet – kidney plays an important role in keeping the whole body clean, well-fueled, strong and functioning properly. Kidney failure puts the body at risk, allowing waste to accumulate and damage the kidneys from inside. It is a good idea to do a kidney cleansing and keep a check on the health of the kidneys in your middle and old age. The toxins that buildup results in nausea or feeling sick to the stomach, lack of concentration and blood pressure changes are all symptoms of kidney failure.
  Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.
• UTI Care Tablet – UTI Care Tablets helps to treat Urinary tract infections along with the diseases related to kidney, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. This tablet contains pure herbal ingredients which are Yavakshar (Hordeum vulgare), kalmi Shora (Pottasium nitrate), Naushadar (Ammonium chloride), Swarna Gairik (Red ochre), etc. UTI Care Tablets are also beneficial in kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, renal colic, burning sensation or pain during micturition, and Hypertension.
  Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.
• Detox Premium Powder – The powder contains all the Ayurvedic herbs which strengthen the immune system of the body and prevents the various complications by potentiating immune system. The powder includes:
• Parwal Pishti – Parwal pishti is prepared from Coral calcium. It is mainly used in Pitta related disorders and helpful in bleeding disorders. This pishti relieves Ama dosha and improves the digestion power. It also improves the strength and immunity.
  Shukta Pishti – It is prepared from Pearl oyster shell. Shukta pishti pacifies Pitta and Kapha dosha. It is the best ant-acid and relieves the abdominal distention. Shukta pishti reduces the rashes on the arms and legs.
  Giloy Satva–Giloy satva includes water-soluble extract of Giloy/Guduchi (Tinospora Cordifolia). It balances the aggravated pitta and acts as a mild-antipyretic, antacid, and immuno-modulator. It also reduces burning sensation in the hands, feet, and body.
  Kamdudha Ras–According to Ayurveda principles, Kamdudha Ras has Sheeta Virya thus it is beneficial in every Pitta Roga classified in Ayurveda. It is beneficial in the symptoms like burning sensation, restlessness, bleeding tendencies, excessive thirst, and hot flashes, vomiting with yellowish or sour water.
  Akik Pishti – Akik bhasma contains Silicon Dioxide and some herbal extracts derived into in during processing with Aloe vera and Rose water. It is used in General debility, Restlessness. It works well in loss of appetite, weight loss, and feeling of excessive heat in the body.
  Gandhak Rasayan – Gandhak Rasayan is a great antibacterial, antiviral ayurvedic medicine. It acts as an anti-pyretic, analgesic, & blood purifier.
  Sutshekhar Ras–It is an important medicine used in Ayurveda, which acts on Pitta dosha and reduces the symptoms like nausea, vomiting, fever, headache, sour taste of mouth, restlessness, etc.
  Recommended Dosage – Take 1 sachet twice a day with normal water.

• Dementia is a wide term that elaborates a loss of thinking, power to memorize things, and other mental abilities. 
• Dementia can be caused by a lot of factors. In this disease mainly the areas of your brain used for learning, decision-making ability, intellectual ability, thinking, memory, and language are damaged.
• It is also called a major neurocognitive disorder. Dementia isn’t a disease. Instead, it’s a group of symptoms that developed due to various other factors.
• Around 5 to 10 percent of people over age 60 have dementia. This percentage duplicates after every 5 years. Around half of people in their 80s have some dementia.
• Alzheimer’s is the common reason behind dementia. Approximately 60%-80% of people with dementia have Alzheimer’s disease.  However, there are other causes of dementia as well.
• Dementia symptoms may get better with treatment. 

Causes and Risk Factor

• Degenerative neurological diseases are a major cause of dementia. These include Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s, Parkinson’s, and some other types of diseases. These diseases get worse as time passes.
• For people who are having vascular disorders, these conditions affect the blood circulation in the brain.
• Traumatic brain damage caused by car accidents, concussions, falls, etc.
• Infections of the C N S. These conditions include HIV, inflammation of protective membranes, and Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.
• Alcohol or drug abuse.
• Fluid accumulation in the brain.

Some lifestyle and physical constituents can put you at a higher chance of having dementia, including:

• Age factor
• History of dementia in your family
• Diseases including Down syndrome, heart diseases, diabetes, and sleep apnea
• History of Depression
• Smoking, heavy alcohol intake, poor diet, and lack of physical exercise

Signs and Symptoms

People with dementia face difficulty with thinking, intellectual ability, and remembering which affect their skill to manage their routine life. These are some signs to watch for:

• Short-term memory loss, like forgetting small things where you put certain things like keys or repeating the same question over and over again.
• The trouble with communication like not being able to come up with a sentence.
• Getting lost.
• The trouble with intricate but familiar tasks, like paying bills or organizing meals.
• Personality transitions, like depression, paranoia, agitation, and mood swings.

Types of Dementia

Dementia can be divided into 2 groups based on which region of the brain is affected.

• Cortical dementia occurs because of issues in the cerebral cortex part, the outermost layer of the brain. Thinking, memory, and language are majorly controlled by the cerebral cortex. People with this dementia generally have extreme memory loss and can’t remember routine terms or understand language. Alzheimer’s disease and Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease are two patterns of cortical dementia.

• Subcortical dementia develops because of issues in the regions of the brain beneath the cortex. People with subcortical dementia likely to express transitions in their speed of thinking and ability to initiate activities of routine life. Usually, people with this disease don’t have short-term memory loss and speech troubles. HIV, Parkinson’s disease, and Huntington’s disease can cause these types of dementia.

Stages of Dementia

Generally, these are the stages of dementia. But stages may vary depending on the region of the brain that is involved.

1. No impairment. Some individuals at this stage will have no symptoms, but tests may exhibit a problem.
2. Very mild decline. You may notice a mild transformation in behavior, but your family members will still be independent.
3. Mild decline. Patients will notice more alterations in their thinking ability and reasoning. They may represent problems in making plans, and they may repeat their words a lot. They may also have a tough time remembering the latest incidents.
4. Moderate decline.  The patient will have more difficulties with organizing plans and remembering the latest occasions. They might have difficulties with traveling, arrange bookings, handling cash, and making payments.
5. Moderately severe decline. The patient may not remember their mobile number or their relative’s names. They may be puzzled about the time of day or date or name of the day in the week. At this time, the patient will need support with some basic day-to-day activities, like picking out clothes to wear.
6. Severe decline. Patients will begin to forget the name of their wife/husband. They’ll need assistance while having meals and going to the toilet. You may also see an alteration in their personality, behavior, and emotions.
7. Very severe decline. They can no longer express their thoughts in sentences. They lose the ability to walk and will spend most of the time in bed.

   Ayurveda in Dementia

• Modern medicine has not yet found a complete cure or treatment for dementia. There is no surety to reverse the disease.
• That’s why Ayurveda aims at preventing, controlling, and managing dementia with natural methods. 
• Ayurveda is based on a holistic approach of treatment that endorses and supports equilibrium in various forms of human life: the physical body, mind, and soul
• Ayurveda promotes the importance of a healthy diet for the proper functioning of the brain. An active and anxiety-free lifestyle is beneficial in achieving a subtle memory even as you age.
• Vedic science has introduced the world much medicinal flora and herbal formulations that are effective in slowing down brain aging.

Natural herbs that work well for enhancing memory:

Brahmi: Brahmi is a well-known brain booster. It sharpens memory, reduces depression, and fights stress. Brahmi also acts as an anti-depressant, tranquilizer, and brain function enhancer.

Licorice: Licorice enhances reasoning power and memory. It has anti-aging effects on the brain by preventing the degeneration of brain cells.

Turmeric: Turmeric could help to enhance the memory of older people and improves mood. It contains antioxidants, curcumin, and curcuminoids, it fights with free radicals. Turmeric helps in reducing swelling of brain tissues, improves sleep, decreases anxiety and stress, and acts as a brain relaxant.

Ashwagandha: It gives overall nourishment to the brain and acts as a rejuvenator. Ashwagandha repairs brain cells from further damage. It prevents and reverses the damage resulting from dementia. 

Chandigarh Ayurved center provides Brodley syrup, Tagaradi churna, Nerveup tablet, Rasayan Vati, and detox premium powder for the overall management of dementia.

Alopecia areata is a condition that causes hair drop out in small patches, which can be unnoticeable. These patches may connect, however, and then become noticeable. The condition creates when the resistant framework assaults the hair follicles.     

In Ayurveda, it is also called as Inderlupta or Khalitya. Khalitya is tridoshaja vyadhi 

for example Vata, Pitta, Kapha with Rakta dosha. 

Dosha Involement in Alopecia

In Khalitya, Bhrajaka Pitta locales in skin and roma kupa (opening of hair follicle) get vitiated and enter in skin through roma kupa with vitiated vata dosha because of which hair fall happens, after that vitiated Rakta and Kapha dosha block the kickoff of hair follicle because of which creation of new hair stop. Generally speaking in Khalitya, hair fall happens and new hair doesn’t create the impression that prompts baldness.

All doshas are vitiated yet have transcendence of Pitta and Rakta dosha mostly.

What are Causes of Alopecia areata?

• Family history (heredity): The most widely recognized reason for balding is a genetic condition that occurs with maturing. This condition is called androgenic alopecia, male-design hairlessness and female-design sparseness. It as a rule happens steadily and in unsurprising examples — a retreating hairline and bare spots in men and diminishing hair along the crown of the scalp in ladies. 
• Hormonal changes and medical conditions: An assortment of conditions can cause perpetual or brief balding, including hormonal changes because of pregnancy, labor, and menopause and thyroid issues. Medical conditions alopecia areata, which is invulnerable framework related and causes inconsistent balding, scalp contaminations like ringworm, and a hair-pulling problem called trichotillomania.
• Drugs and enhancements: Balding can be a result of specific medications, for example, those utilized for disease, joint inflammation, gloom, heart issues, gout and hypertension. 
• Radiation treatment to the head: The hair may not develop back equivalent to it was previously. 
• An extremely unpleasant occasion:  Numerous individuals experience an overall diminishing of hair a while after a physical or passionate stun. This kind of going bald is transitory. 
• Hairstyles and medicines: Extreme hairstyling or hairdos that pull your hair tight, like ponytails or cornrows, can cause a sort of going bald called footing alopecia. Hair chemicals and permanents additionally can make hair drop out. In the case of scarring happens, going bald could be lasting.

What are Symptoms of Alopecia areata?

Signs and symptoms of going bald may include: 

• Steady diminishing on top of head; this is the most widely recognized kind of balding, influencing individuals as they age. In men, hair regularly starts to retreat at the hairline on the temple. Ladies regularly have a widening of the part in their hair. An inexorably normal going bald example in more seasoned ladies is a subsiding hairline (frontal fibrosing alopecia). 
• Round or inconsistent uncovered spots; A few group lose hair in round or sketchy uncovered spots on the scalp, facial hair or eyebrows. Your skin may get bothersome or difficult before the hair drops out. 
• Abrupt relaxing of hair; A physical or passionate stun can make hair extricate. Small bunches of hair may come out when brushing or washing your hair or even after delicate pulling. This kind of balding for the most part causes generally speaking hair diminishing however is transitory. 
• Full-body balding; A few conditions and clinical therapies, like chemotherapy for disease, can bring about the deficiency of hair everywhere on your body. The hair as a rule becomes back. 
• Patches of scaling that spread over the scalp; This is an indication of ringworm. It very well might be joined by broken hair, redness, growing and, on occasion, overflowing.

What are Risk factors of Alopecia areata?

Various components can build your danger of balding, including: 

• A family background of going bald on your mom’s or father’s side 
• Age 
• Critical weight reduction 
• Certain ailments, like diabetes and lupus 
• Stress 
• Helpless nourishment

Prevention in Alopecia areata

Pathya: Taila (Oil), ghrita, dugdha(Milk), Dhaanya, shigru(Moringa), vaastuka, patola, kaarvellaka, haritaki, bhringaraaja, draksha, aamra, 

Apathya: Amla rasa, masterahara, maricha, ati sheeta and atiushna, virudha anna, diva-svaapa, ashru, nidraa, pureesha vega dhaarana. 

Treatment of Alopecia areata

In Ayurveda works of art, Jalaukavcharana (use of Leech) is best treatment for Pitta and Rakta transcendent illness. Raktamokshana is one of karma (instrument) of panchkarma, shodhana treatment. In this, detoxification of body and harmful material of the body is eliminated through blood. In Khaliyta we utilized Jalauka for phlebotomy because of prevalence of Pitta and Rakta.

External treatment comprises of Leech therapy and local application of Bhringraja oil followed by wet towel steam threefold every week. 

Internal treatment comprises of Amalki Churna.Brihat Manjisthadi Kwatha, Saptamrita Lauha etc.