PANCREATITIS TYPES, CAUSES, SYMPTOMS AND AYURVEDIC TREATMENT

OVERVIEW

Pancreas is a disease which is characterized by the inflammation of pancreas. Pancreas is a large, leaf-like gland which is present behind the stomach in upper abdomen. It is a composite gland which means it acts as both exocrine as well as endocrine glands. It secretes digestive juices and hormones which help in digestion of food and maintainance of glucose level in blood. It can occur either suddenly or takes many years.

The severity of pancreatitis varies among individuals. Mild pancreatitis can be treated with medications but in severe cases, it can be fatal.

TYPES OF PANCREATITIS

Pancreatitis is of two types:

• Acute pancreatitis: It is the sudden inflammation of pancreas. It lasts for a short time period.
• Chronic pancreatitis: It occurs for a long time period and mostly occurs after acute pancreatitis.

CAUSES OF PANCREATITIS

Pancreas produces digestive enzymes which are responsible for digestion of food. The enzymes get activated when released into the intestine. But due to some abnormality, when these enzymes get activated inside the pancreas, this causes irritation of the cells of pancreas leading to inflammation. Repeated episodes of acute pancreatitis permanently damage the pancreatic cells. This forms scar tissue inside the pancreas leading to chronic pancreatitis. The pancreas then loosens its function.

RISK FACTORS OF PANCREATITIS

The factors which increase the risk of contracting pancreas are:

• Increased body weight
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Smoking
• Increased sugar level in blood
• Having a family predisposition of pancreatitis
• High levels of calcium in blood
• Presence of gall stones
• High cholesterol levels
• Any infection
• Abdominal injury
• Cystic fibrosis

SYMPTOMS OF PANCREATITIS

The common signs and symptoms of pancreatitis are:

• Pain in abdomen
• Abdominal pain radiating in back
• Fever
• Increased heart rate
• Tenderness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Weight loss
• Presence of fat in stools
• Diarrhea

COMPLICATIONS OF PANCREATITIS

The complications which are associated with pancreatitis are:

• Viral or bacterial infections
• Difficulty in breathing
• Respiratory problems
• Malnutrition
• Diabetes
• Pseudocyst
• Kidney failure
• Pancreatic cancer

DIAGNOSIS OF PANCREATITIS

The doctor will do a thorough physical examination of the patient. He will ask about the signs and symptoms of the disease. He will recommend some of the tests to the patients for the evaluation of the disease:

• Complete blood count
• Liver function tests
• Renal function tests
• Ultrasound
• CT scan
• MRI scan
• Stool tests

CHANDIGARH AYUVRED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF PANCREATITIS

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurved Center which are used for the treatment of pancreatitis:

1.Liver Care Syrup

Liver Care Syrup is a herbo-mineral Syrup which is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC 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 shows Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, Hepato-protective, properties. This syrup improves digestion, enhances appetite.

Recommended dosage:Take 1 tablespoon twice daily with normal water.

2. Kaishore Guggulu

Kaishore Guggulu is a herbo- mineral 650 MG tablet. CAC Kaishore Guggulu tablet helps in balancing Pitta dosha in our body. Kaishore guggulu is an ayurvedic guggul formulation used for raised uric acid, Blood purification, mild to severe attacks of Gouty arthritis, inflammatory diseases, Wounds, Indigestion, Constipation, Loss of appetite, Diabetic carbuncles etc. Kaishore guggulu contains pure herbal ingredients such as Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Amla (Emblica officinalis), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Shuddha Guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Shunthi (Zingiber Officinale), Kalimirch (Piper Nigrum), Pipali (Piper Longum), Vidanga (Embelia Ribes), Nisoth (Operculina Turpethum), Danti Mool (Baliospermum Montanum), Goghrita etc. These herbs helps in regulating metabolism, cleans out toxins from the body and boosts immunity.

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

3. Trikatu Tablet

Trikatu Tablet is a hebo-mineral tablet of 650 MG and is purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Trikatu Tablet 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 tablet 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. The regular use of this tablet balances the thyroxine hormone and treats hyperthyroidism naturally. It is an Appetizer and it improves digestion, supports normal gastric function, and normal circulation.

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

4. Kanchnar Guggul

Kanchnar Guggul is an Ayurvedic and Herbal medicine. It is available in the form of a tablet and it is to be taken orally. They are processed by decreasing the decoction of vegetable substances to a thick density and after pouring some powders for creating a pill mass. CAC Kanchnar guggul is pure herbal medicines which checks and treats any kind of abnormal growth in the body, healing of ulcers, thyroid disorders, hernia, lesions and cancer. All kind of unwanted growth and fluid retentions in the body is treated by CAC Kanchnar Guggul and it reduces all kinds of lumps in the body.

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

5. Kapha Balance Tablet

Kapha tablet is a healthy blend of herbs formulated to balance Kapha doshas without aggravating Pitta and Vata doshas. It can also be used to alleviate any temporary Kapha imbalance. It is very effective in Kapha season that is late winter and spring. It consists of warming and astringent herbs that help to balance the system throughout the cold season. The main use of Kapha tablets is to remove excess Kapha doshas from the system and helps in the management of weight, healthy lungs, and the immune system.

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