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Diabetes- causes,symptoms and managment

Diabetes mellitus is a clinical syndrome characterized by an increase in plasma blood glucose(hyperglycaemia)## In ayurveda- Diabetes is named madhumeha/prameha in Ayurveda. Diabetes in Ayurveda is literally translated as “sweet urine” because “Madhu” means sweet and “Meha” means urine.## It is a chronic metabolic condition in which the body is unable to adequately utilize glucose, resulting in hyperglycemia and sugar in the urine.## Types-type-1,type-2## Type-1 autoimmune destruction of insulin producing cells(beta cells) in the pancreas,leading to marked insulin deficiency. It was once better known as juvenile diabetes. Type 1 diabetes need to take insulin every day. This is why it is also called insulin-dependent diabetes.## Type-2 -reduced sensitivity to the action of insulin and an inability to produce sufficient insulin to overcome this insuin resistance.## This is the most common type of diabetes.## Insulin is a hormone made by your pancreas. pancreas releases insulin into bloodstream. Insulin acts as the “key” that unlocks the cell wall “door,” which allows glucose to enter your body’s cells. Glucose provides the “fuel” or energy tissues and organs need to properly function.## According to Ayurveda, primary causes of diabetes-## • Being physically inactive## • Eating too much sweet food## • Eating too many foods that cause an increase in Kapha## • Excessive use of curds## • Excessive sleep, including sleeping during the daytime## Symptoms of diabetes include- • Increased thirst.## • Weak, tired feeling. • Blurred vision.## • Numbness or tingling in the hands or feet. • Slow-healing sores or cuts.## • Unplanned weight loss. • Frequent urination.## • Frequent unexplained infections. • Dry mouth.## Other symptoms • In women- Dry and itchy skin, and frequent yeast infections or urinary tract infections.## • In men- Decreased sex drive, erectile dysfunction, decreased muscle strength.## Type 1 diabetes symptoms Symptoms can develop quickly – over a few weeks or months. Symptoms begin when young – as a child, teen or young adult. Additional symptoms include nausea, vomiting or stomach pains and yeast infections or urinary tract infections.## Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes symptoms- You may not have any symptoms at all or may not notice them since they develop slowly over several years. Symptoms usually begin to develop when you’re an adult, but prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes is on the rise in all age groups.## Gestational diabetes- You typically will not notice symptoms. Your obstetrician will test you for gestational diabetes between 24 and 28 weeks of your pregnancy.## complications of diabetes-## If blood glucose level remains high over a long period of time, the body’s tissues and organs can be seriously damaged. Some complications can be life-threatening over time. Complications include-## • Cardiovascular issues including coronary artery disease, chest pain, heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, atherosclerosis .## • neuropathy- that causes numbing and tingling that starts at toes or fingers and then spread## • Nephropathy- that can lead to kidney failure or the need for dialysis or transplant##. • retinopathy- that can lead to blindness, cataracts, glaucoma.## • Foot damage including nerve damage, poor blood flow and poor healing of cuts and sores. • Skin infections.## • Erectile dysfunction,Depression,Dementia,Dental problems.## Complications of gestational diabetes- In the mother- Preeclampsia (high blood pressure, excess protein in urine, leg/feet swelling), risk of gestational diabetes during future pregnancies and risk of diabetes later in life.## In the newborn- Higher-than-normal birth weight, low blood sugar, higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes over time and death shortly after birth.## Diagnosis and test of diabetes- There are three tests that can measure blood glucose level## 1) fasting glucose test- This test is best done in the morning after an eight hour fast (nothing to eat or drink except sips of water).## Normal-less than 100mg/dl, Prediabetes-100-125mg/dl, Diabetes-126 or higher.## 2) Random plasma glucose test- This test can be done any time without the need to fast.## Normal-less than 140 gm/dl, Prediabetes-140-199gm/dl, Diabetes-200 or higher## 3) HbA1c test- This test, also called HbA1C or glycated hemoglobin test, provides average blood glucose level over the past two to three months. This test measures the amount of glucose attached to hemoglobin, the protein in your red blood cells that carries oxygen. You don’t need to fast before this test.## normal-less than 5.7%, Prediabetic-5.7-6.4%, Diabetic-higher then 6.5%## 4) Oral glucose tolerance test- In this test, blood glucose level is first measured after an overnight fast. Then drink a sugary drink. Then blood glucose level is checked at hours one, two and three.## Normal-less than 140gm/dl, Prediabetic-140-199gm/dl, diabetic-200gm/dl 0r higher## risk factors- • Testing for Type 1 diabetes: Test in children and young adults who have a family history of diabetes. Less commonly, older adults may also develop Type 1 diabetes. Therefore, testing in adults who come to the hospital and are found to be in diabetes-related ketoacidosis is important. Ketoacidosis a dangerous complication that can occur in people with Type 1 diabetes.## • Testing for type 2 diabetes: Test adults age 45 or older, those between 19 and 44 who are overweight and have one or more risk factors, women who have had gestational diabetes, children between 10 and 18 who are overweight and have at least two risk factors for type 2 diabetes.## • Gestational diabetes: Test all pregnant women who have had a diagnosis of diabetes. Test all pregnant women between weeks 24 and 28 of their pregnancy. If you have other risk factors for gestational diabetes, your obstetrician may test you earlier.## MANAGEMENT AND TREATMENT Ayurveda has a unique approach to diabetes treatment, which includes diet , medicines and medications, exercise and panchakarma. And it works stick to them without stopping. diabetes is primarily Kapha doshaja. Ayurveda can with diabetes in four ways- ## 1) Detoxification- Various therapies help aid the detox procedure that rejuvenates the body.## 2) Diet## 3) Herbal Remedies## 4) Lifestyle Modifications##

Indigestion introduction,cauese,symptoms and treatment Ayurveda
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Indigestion introduction,cauese,symptoms and treatment

Indigestion —The word indigestion is used to describe the discomfort feels in their stomach after food consumption. Indigestion is also called as dyspepsia.## In ayurveda texts ajirna can be closly compared with indigestion and ajirna also means indigestion. It is said to be the root for the origin of many systemic and metabolic disorders. Although it is common,it may often be relieved with lifestyle changes and medications.## Causes indigestion is usually caused by-  Excessive consumption of heavy, oily, dense and hot foods.##  Spicy food and eating fast.##  Obesity##  Overconsumption of caffeine, alcohol and smoking##  Over eating and high fat foods##  Emotional eating##  Anxiety and stress##  Side effects of certain antibiotics and/or medications## Symptoms 1) bloating## 2) Nausea and vomiting## 3) Early fullness during a meal## 4) Uncomfortable fullness after a meal.## 5) Discomfort in the upper abdomen(feeling heavy and stomach is bloated.)## 6) Burning in the upper abdomen.## 7) An acidic taste in mouth## 8) Belching and gas## Mild indigestion is usually nothing to worry about.but if discomfort persists for more than two weeks and pain is severe or## • Unintentional weight loss or loss of appetite## • frequent vomiting or vomiting with blood## • Black, tarry stools## • Trouble swallowing that gets progressively worse## • Fatigue or weakness, which may indicate anemia## Seek immediate medical attention if you have- • Shortness of breath, sweating, or chest pain radiating to the jaw, neck or arm## • Chest pain on exertion or with stress## some of the causes that imbalance the Agni leading to indigestion so maintain a healthy digestive system, it is necessary to avoid such things likes- • There are chilly, spicy food ## • Having irregular and bad sleeping patterns and eating habits.## • Consuming medication such as antibiotics, pain relievers, steroids, and oral contraceptives.## • suffer from anxiety, stress, family tension, examination tension, depression, and are emotionally upset. ## Home Remedies Of Indigestion- Given below are some home remedies to get rid of indigestion To normalize the imbalance of Agni in the body and digest ama, fasting entirely for a whole day is beneficial.## • improve agni by consuming boiled vegetables, liquid foods, or fruit juices for at least 2-3 days as it relieves indigestion.## • Avoid the factors which have been written above that cause indigestion.## • mix a half teaspoon of ginger juice with half a teaspoon of lemon juice, add a pinch of salt to a cup of water and drink it thrice a day.## • To increase Agni and digest ama,drink half a glass of warm water once every two hours.## Lifestyle changes- Mild indigestion can often be helped with lifestyle changes.## • Eating smaller, more-frequent meals.## • Maintaining a healthy weight.## • Exercising regularly.## • Avoiding triggers and Fatty and spicy foods, processed foods, carbonated beverages.## • Avoid late night eating.## Management of indigestion-## Avoidance of the causative factor is the preliminary step in any disease management. Improper life style, mental disturbance and related to other diseases may contribute in the development of Ajirna.## 1. Nidana parivarjana ## 2. Sarvanga svedana ## 3. Dipana (Accelaration in digestive fire)## 4. Pachana (digestion)## 5. Shodhana chikitsa (bio-cleansing therapies)## 6. Virechana (therapeutic purgation)## Single drug use- ajwain( Trachyspermum ammi)## Nagarmotha(Cyperus rotundus)## Amla(emblica officinale)## Saunth(dry ginger)## Saunf(foeniculum vulgare)## Pudina(Mentha arvensis)## Pippali(Piper longum)## Harad(Terminalia chebula)## Kutki(Picrorhiza kurroa) Formulations- Hingwastaka churna,## Lavanaabhaskara churna,## Ajamodarka,## Sankha vati,## Citrakadi vati,## Lashunadi vati,## Agnitundi vati,## Sanjivani vati,## Jirarakadyarisha.

ECZEMA-INTRODUCTION,SIGN&SYMPTOMS,TREATMENT AND HOME REMEDIES Ayurveda
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ECZEMA-INTRODUCTION,SIGN&SYMPTOMS,TREATMENT AND HOME REMEDIES

Eczema is termed “the itch that rashes,” since scratching normally precedes the rash.it is also called atopic dermatitis.## As per Ayurveda eczema, it can be broadly associated with vicharchika.An itchy inflammation of the skin.Atopic dermatitis usually develops in early childhood and is more common in people who have a family history of the condition.## According to charak samhita it is a condition where the skin has red rashes,with bumps,associated with profuse discharge,intense itching and often blue discoloration.some other also notify painful,dry and mild to moderate itching lesions.explantions of blackish lesions with severe itching and watery discharge over the skin are also available in classical versions.## Eczema affects males and females equally and is more common in people who have a personal or family history of asthma, environmental allergies and/or food allergies. It typically starts during infancy or early childhood and can persist into adulthood. However, eczema can occur in people of any age.Eczema doesn’t harm your body. It doesn’t mean that your skin is dirty or infected, and it’s not contagious.## Atopic dermatitis is the most severe and chronic (long-lasting) form of eczema. It's characterized by inflamed skin that may crack and release a clear fluid when scratched (an effect known as weeping).## CAUSES-##The cause of eczema is unknown. It is likely caused by both genetic and environmental factors. it’s triggered by an overactive immune system.Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is caused by a combination of immune system activation, genetics, environmental triggers and stress. Your immune system. If you have eczema, your immune system overreacts to small irritants or allergens. This overreaction can inflame your skin.## Eczema triggers- An eczema flare-up happens when one or more eczema symptoms appear on the skin. According to the National Health Service (NHS), research has shown that external and internal factors can contribute to flares of eczema. Common triggers include:## chemicals or preservatives found in cleansers and detergents scented products cigarette smoke external allergens such as pollens, mold, dust, or dust mites rough scratchy material, like wool synthetic fabrics sweating temperature changes stress food allergies animal dander upper respiratory infections## SIGN&SYMPTOMS-## The first signs of eczema are itchiness and redness.## The main symptom of eczema is itchy, dry, rough, flaky, inflamed, and irritated skin.## Eczema can show up anywhere on your skin. In teens and adults, it’s typically found on your hands, neck, inner elbows, ankles, knees, feet and around your eyes.## It can flare up, subside, and then flare up again.## Other symptoms include:-## intense itching## red or brownish-gray patches## small, raised bumps that ooze fluid when scratched## crusty patches of dried yellowish ooze, which can signal infection## thickened, scaly skin## sore or raw-feeling skin## Many people find their symptoms get worse at night, making it difficult to sleep. Scratching eczema further irritates and inflames the skin. This can cause infections that must be treated with antibiotics.## Sometimes, mild eczema can be managed at home by avoiding triggers and keeping skin moisturized. However, it’s best to see a doctor when symptoms are hard to manage or are getting worse. It’s a good idea to make a medical appointment if your:## eczema isn’t responding to over-the-counter treatments## symptoms are keeping you awake at night## symptoms are making it hard to complete everyday tasks## skin is blistering or weeping fluids## skin is peeling## skin is getting thick or scaly## TEST-## There’s no specific test that can be used to diagnose eczema. Often, a doctor can diagnose the condition by talking with you about your symptoms and examining your skin. Sometimes, a patch test might be done to help find eczema triggers.## A patch test can pinpoint certain allergens that trigger symptoms, like skin allergies associated with contact dermatitis## Pathya (Do’s):-## Lifestyle changes, including daily exercise, a balanced diet. Losing weight to help keep hormones in check Meditation on Yoga Pranayama, breathing exercises Maintaining cleanliness Old rice, barley, green gram, bitter vegetables, and meat from wild animals are good.## Apathya (Don’ts):-## Smoking junk, sticky, packed, stored food or coffee beverages. Sour, salty, heat-producing things such as pepper etc-curd, milk, jaggery, meat of marshy animals, sesame seeds, black gram are contraindicated. Sexual intimacy and alcoholic liquor should be prohibited. Sedentary lifestyles Excess sleep for the day, eating straight after dinner.## TREATMENT-## In ayurveda eczema is mainly treated with Panchakarma therapy.## Treatments may include medicines, skin creams, light therapy, and good skin care. ## There are treatments that can help manage your symptoms.## Oral over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamines can relieve itching. They work by blocking allergic reactions triggered by histamine.## Cortisone (steroid) creams and ointments can relieve itching and scaling.## Home remedies -## Home remedies and natural treatments can soothe the dry, itching skin that accompanies eczema. People can use creams, natural products, and dietary and lifestyle changes to manage or prevent eczema flares, especially in the winter, when symptoms tend to be at their worst.## Natural substances, such as aloevera gel and coconut oil, can moisturize dry, broken skin. They can also combat inflammation and harmful bacteria to reduce swelling and prevent infection.## Aloe vera gel-The antibacterial and antimicrobial effects can prevent skin infections, which are more likely to occur when a person has dry, cracked skin. Aloe’s wound-healing properties may soothe broken skin and promote healing.## Natural remedies cannot cure eczema, but they can help manage the symptoms and prevent flares. This article explores the best natural remedies for eczema.