IDIOPATHIC THROMBOCYTOPENIA

Thrombocytopenia is an autoimmune disorder in which white blood cell doesn’t clot normally .  It causes the decrease in platelet level of the blood therefore stop the blood to clot. 

Usually people think that it is not a big deal to decrease the platelet count but it can lead to dangerous condition when a small cut or gum bleed doesn’t stop bleeding . 

There are many cause of idiopathic thrombocytopenia but the most common cause is due to low level platelet count . This disease occur when the body immune lose the ability of fighting with disease. 

SYMPTOMS :-

1. The most prominent symptom of ITP is bleeding which can include ecchymosis or bruising and red dots on the skin texture or mucus membranes, called petechiae. Mostly petechiae appear like a rash.
2. Frequent nose bleeding, bleeding from the mouth and gums, bleeding from digestive or urinary tract. Females experience abnormally heavy menstruation.
3. There is bleeding from cuts & wounds and during surgery for a long time.
4. The patient begins feeling lethargic and has frequent headaches.
5. In some rare cases, the patient develops expanded spleen which can cause abdominal pain and tenderness.
6. Jaundice or yellow color of skin texture is another common symptom.
7. In rare cases, there is bleeding within the brain and is called brain hemorrhage, mostly it proves to be fatal.
8. The most prominent symptom of ITP is bleeding which can include ecchymosis or bruising and red dots on the skin texture or mucus membranes, called petechiae. Mostly petechiae appear like a rash.
9. Frequent nose bleeding, bleeding from the mouth and gums, bleeding from digestive or urinary tract. Females experience abnormally heavy menstruation.
10. There is bleeding from cuts & wounds and during surgery for a long time.
11. The patient begins feeling lethargic and has frequent headaches.
12. In some rare cases, the patient develops expanded spleen which can cause abdominal pain and tenderness.

AYURVEDIC REMEDIES :-

• The Ayurvedic way of treatment of low platelet count consists of using some natural herbal remedies and help to increase low platelet count .It also help in the condition like Dengue Fever . 
• Altering your life style and diet along with intake of herbal remedies helps in treating ITP completely. The medicines prescribed focuses on enhancing the power of the immune function of the body and helps in body’s repair mechanism.
• The most common and popular remedy for enhancing the number of platelets is the juice of Papaya and Giloy leaves around half a cup is enough. This will certainly increase their number and stabilize the whole process. 

Ayurvedic Treatment of Low Platelets Count

1 Giloy:

• Giloy herb is known as amrit (nectar) in Ayurveda, because of its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties. Giloy juice is extracted from the stem of giloy plant .This herb’s extract is available as capsules, and it works effectively in enhancing the killing ability of the macrophages, which are responsible for combating any infection which is harmful for the body.

2 Ashwagandha:

• The herb Ashwagandha is a well-known tonic that can help the body retrain itself to be more healthier. It is also popularly called as Indian ginseng. Ashwagandha root has the ability to boost the immune system and triggers the production of red and white blood cells along with platelets.
• The herb can be obtained in capsule form to safe guard and boost the immune system thus allowing the platelets count to rise. The herb triggers resistance to stress, enhances stamina and forms a healthy body.
•   Ashwagandha berries are a blood purifier that improves the blood circulation system and makes the cells so strong that they begin absorbing the nutrients we eat.

3 Swaran Basant Malti Ras:

• Swaran Basant Malti Ras is a blissful herbal remedy or Rasayana. It is very useful in regulating the symptoms of ITP. It has proved exclusively in reducing weakness, treating liver and spleen troubles and enhancing lymphatic system. This remedy is available in tablet form and is effective in dealing with ITP problems.

4 Kumar Kalyan Ras

• Another excellent Ayurvedic formulation is Kumar Kalyan Ras  and is quite effective in managing ITP symptoms like jaundice and fever. It enhances the digestive system. This remedy is available in tablet form.

5 Gotukola:

• Indian penny wort leaf juice or Gotukola capsules are superb in boosting the the number of platelets count. It is a very strong remedy. It also helps fight against infections, fatigue, anxiety, and removes depression. It also enhances blood circulation and thus blood clotting is inevitable.

6 Punarnava Mandur

• Punarnava, is a Sanskrit word meaning recycling, it is very unique herb for solving all liver problems. It rejuvenates the liver and plays as detoxifying agent and enhancing blood circulation . It also help in water retention trouble and rectifying edema .

Recommended Diet

• Your diet should include an increase in the consumption of vitamin B12 or folate which is mostly present in beans, lentils, yogurt, flax seeds ,spinach, asparagus, avocado, and beets. It is important to take fresh & organic fruits and veggies especially the veggies that belong to the cabbage family vegetables.