INTERSTITIAL LUNG DISEASE AND ITS AYURVEDIC APPROACH

Interstitial lung disease is defined as a group of conditions that cause inflammation and scarring in lungs. The damaged tissue between the tiny air sacs in lungs and the blood vessels around them . As a result reduce oxygen movement between lungs and body.

TYPES OF INTERSTIAL LUNG DISEASE

1. Asbestosis : It is a chronic lung condition caused by prolonged exposure to asbestos.
2. Bronchiolitis obliterans: inflammation of the small airways in the lungs called bronchioles.
3. Chronic silicosis : As a result of inhaling silica,lung disease can develop.
4. Connective tissue related pulmonary fibrosis : A lung disorder that impacts some humans with connective tissue illness,which include scleroderma or Sjogren’s syndrome.
5. Desquamative interstitial pneumonitis : A condition that causes bronchi redness and is more prevailing in society who smoke.
6. Familial pulmonary fibrosis :An accumulation of scar fabric in the bronchi that influences two or more members of the same family.
7. Sarcoidosis : It is a disease that causes clumps of inflammatory cells to form in organs such as lungs and lymph nodes.

CAUSES OF INTERSTITIAL LUNG DISEASE

1. Smoking
2. Genetic predisposition
3. Exposure to certain medication or therapies such as chemotherapy
4. Autoimmune diseases such as scleroderma,rheumatoid arthritis.
5. Long exposure to a number of toxins and pollutants such as silica dust, grain dust and asbestos fibers.

SYMPTOMS  OF INTERSTIAL LUNG DISEASE

1. Shortness of breathe
2. Chest discomfort
3. Dry cough
4. Fatigue
5. Weight loss
6. Fever
7. Headache
8. Clubbing of finger or toes
9. Bleeding in lungs
10. Tiredness
11. High blood pressure
12. Joint pain

RISK FACTORS FOR INTERSTITIAL LUNG DISEASE:

1. Age more than 70 years
2. Smoking
3. History of certain medical condition such as hepatitis C,tuberculosis and COPD.
4. Exposure to radiation

INVESTIGATION:

1. Spirometry
2. Chest X-rays
3. Blood tests
4. CT scan
5. Broncoscopy
6. Lung biopsy

AYURVEDIC APPROACH OF INTERSTITIAL LUNG DISEASE:

According to ayurveda tridosha which controls the functioning of the body gets imbalanced and leads the formation of ama. The vitiation of the kapha and vata dosha affects the pranavaha srotas .

PANCHKARMA PROCEDURE

1. Nasya
2. Snehan
3. Swedan
4. Vamana

SINGLE HERBS USED IN INTERSTITIAL LUNG DISEASE :

1. Haridra
2. Sirish
3. Vasa
4. Anantmool
5. Twak
6. Tulsi
7. Guduchi
8. Bharangi
9. Neem
10. Yashtimadhu
11. Ashwagandha

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTREMEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF INTERSTITIAL LUNG DISEASE:

1. Noni Capsules

Noni capsules have been used for thousands of years to help in treating a variety of health problems such as high blood pressure, inflammation, parasitic, viral and bacterial infections. It contains fruit of a Polynesian plant that’s commonly called the Indian Mulberry, Morinda Citrifoliua. The capsules reduce the small red bumps on your skin, excessive fatigue and Useful for preventing free radicals damage of platelets.

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

2. Stop Bleeding Tablets

CAC stop bleeding tablet is a pure herbal formulation that acts as an anticoagulant in nature. it helps to stop or reduce heavy bleeding. when there is bleeding, the body forms clots to stop the bleeding. in some of these clots leads to bleeding after breakage. therefore stop bleeding tablet helps in stopping the clots from breaking and thus reduce the excessive unwanted bleeding. these tablets have anti-inflammatory, pain killer, anticoagulant properties. It also pacifies pitta doshas and helps in detoxification of rakta dhatu (blood tissue).

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

3. Detox Premium Powder

The powder contains a mixture of natural and pure herbs which plays a major role in the treatment of ITP. The mixture contains – Tal sindoor, Gandhak rasayan, Akik pishti, Jahar mohra, Moti pishti. This combination has Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Antiviral, Broad Spectrum Antibiotic, Anti-inflammatory properties. It also helps in strengthening the immune system, reduces oxidative damage, and they are rich in minerals, vitamins and other essential elements which helps in tissue repair and healthy blood formation in the body.

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

4. Ashwagandha tablet

Ashwagandha tablet is an herbal and purely ayurvedic formulation. Ashwagandha has been called the kings of Ayurvedic herbs. Its root has a horsey smell. It boosts your immune system and relieves stress. It is made from the goodness of Ashwagandha also known as Indian ginseng. It helps you recover from anxiety and depression, boost your brain. It may also modestly enhance strength performance, improve glucose metabolism, increase testosterone levels It is a good antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, anti-cancer and anti-stress properties.

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

5. Platfer Tablet

These are herbal combination prepared from herbs like Papaya (Carica papaya) & Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) that in combination increases the platelet counts naturally. It provides good & effective results for patients. It increases the physical and mental strength of a person and builds up immunity.

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

6. Ayuvita Tablet

Ayuvita multivitamin tablet is one of best herbal multivitamin supplement which naturally provides benefits of a multivitamin. it is rich in Vitamin D whose only best source is sunlight but Ayuvita  has same potency as we get from sun rays. It helps to strengthen bones and muscles. It has vitamin B that supports your memory. This makes our body’s nerve function properly. vitamins are needed for proper development of the body. Vitamin A, C, D, E and K play an important role in the development of the body. Vitamin ‘E’ is often eaten for skin beauty.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.

7. Immuno Booster Tablet

It is pure herbal combination that helps to build up immunity. it consists of effective levels of antioxidants. vitamin C and E circulate in the body to protect it against the damage caused by free radicals. it has natural immunity-boosting properties to prevent and ease cough, cold, headache, and infections. it provides quick relief from early signs of running nose, itching throat, body ache, and weakness.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.