Rheumatoid Arthritis refers to the severe joint pain. It is an autoimmune disorder common in all age groups particularly in people over 40 years of age. In this disease the chemicals produced by our immune system attacks the soft tissues known as synovium of the joints and cause inflammation in them leading to swelling, stiffness, redness and pain in the joints. This inflammatory process damages the bone cartilages and the joint surfaces. In some cases, it even causes joint deformities and disability. Smaller joints are affected first in a symmetrical manner and then any joint get affected with the disease. Sometimes along with the joints, other organs and systems of the body, including the lungs, heart and kidneys can also get affected.
Ayurvedic Treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) with Herbal Remedies
- September 1, 2016
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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus or SLE is an auto immune disorder which affects many organs particularly the skin, brain, kidneys and joints. In this disorder, the body’s defense system whose primary function is to protect from external attacks of bacteria, viruses conversely attacks the body itself. SLE causes long term inflammation of the affected organs leading to degradation in overall quality of the life.
It is much more common in females as compared to men. It can occur in any age group, but appears more often in people between the ages of 10 and 50. SLE mostly harms to heart, lungs, blood vessels, kidneys, joints, skin, liver and nervous system.
UTI (Urinary Tract Infection)
- August 25, 2016
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Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of your urinary system-such as kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Most infections involve the lower urinary tract-the bladder and the urethra.
Comparing to sex women is at greater risk of developing a UTI than men. Infection of bladder can be painful and annoying. However, serious consequences can occur if a UTI spreads to your urinary system.
Herbal Remedies for Piles (Hemorrhoids), Ayurvedic Treatment – Causes & Symptoms
- August 23, 2016
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Piles, also known as hemorrhoids, is a very common problem nowadays. Piles are dilated and swollen veins around the rectum and around the anal opening. Pile mass is a collection of small veins which can be compared with the cushions of tissue within the anal canal containing blood vessels.
Herbal Remedies for Psoriasis, Ayurvedic Treatment – Causes & Symptoms
- August 21, 2016
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Psoriasis is defined as a non-infective inflammatory skin condition. It is an autoimmune disease of the skin that results in hyperproliferation of the skin. It is most commonly seen in people between the age group of 15-40 years of age. It is considered as a hereditary disease that passes down to the next generation.
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Following types of psoriasis are observed in the people:-
- Plaque Psoriasis – Patches of raised, red skin covered by silvery white scales
- Psoriatic Arthritis – Causes inflammation of the joints
Ayurvedic Treatment for Gout, Herbal Remedies – Causes & Symptoms
- August 20, 2016
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Gout is a form of arthritis. It is also known as toe or feet disease as the condition generally starts from the toe, knee or wrist joints. In few cases more than one joint can also be affected at one time.
When the human body breaks down the chemicals called purines, it produces uric acid. Purines are found naturally in the human body and in the food. Normally, this uric acid dissolves and goes through the urine via the kidneys. But if the body is producing too much uric acid or if the body is not excreting enough uric acid, it starts accumulating in the body. This accumulation leads to the formation of sharp needle like crystals. When they accumulate in the joints or surrounding tissues, it causes pain, inflammation and swelling.
Ayurvedic Treatment for PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
- August 11, 2016
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a very common female health condition. It is a complex manifestation involving many factors and reproductive organs. In PCOS there is increased production of androgen by the ovaries, which suppresses the maturation of ovarian follicles. As a result, the ovum does not get easily formed and released. The incidence varies between 0.5- 4 % and is more common in infertile women. It is seen in young reproductive period.
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CAUSES OF PCOS
- Consumption of too much sugar or carbonized drinks and highly refined carbohydrates which causes unhealthy rise in insulin levels. Increased insulin level stimulates the production of androgen, causing PCOS symptoms.
Herbal Remedies for Menorrhagia
- August 8, 2016
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Ayurvedic Treatment – Causes & Symptoms
Menorrhagia is defined as the heavy or long menstrual periods. It is found that excessive bleeding takes place due to hormonal imbalance in the body of the patient. Menorrhagia is a cause of concern as heavy bleeding can cause iron deficiency that can ultimately lead to anemia.
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Herbal Remedies for Leucorrhoea (White Discharge), Ayurvedic Treatment
- July 28, 2016
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Leucorrhoea is also known as white discharge. It is defined as the condition where a thick and sticky discharge releases from the vagina of a woman. All women during their reproductive period experience this. It is not a disease but symptom of diseases like diabetes, anemia or it may also occur due to some bacterial infections or due to sexually transmitted diseases. It may be thick, viscid and foul smelling if the cause is infection.
Herbal Remedies for Leucoderma, Ayurvedic Treatment – Causes & Symptoms
- July 27, 2016
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Leucoderma is defined as the gradual loss of skin pigment known as melanin pigment from the layers of the skin. There is the appearance of white patches over the face, scalp and genital area. It generally starts from a small spot that later spreads into patches. Over time, due to the loss of melanin pigment from the skin, the patches become more whiter and starts merging with one another thereby creating a broad patch. Sometimes it spreads to all over the body. It is more commonly found in women than men.