Alternative Treatment for Metastatic Crohn’s Disease
ABSTRACT
Metastatic Crohn’s disease can occur in any location in the body, causing widespread symptoms that may not be limited to the gastrointestinal tract. The latest and most frequent is bone disease. There is no current cure for metastatic Crohn’s disease and treatment options are limited to immunosuppressants and surgery according to the modern or allopathic system of medicine. But what is the ayurvedic perspective of Metastatic Crohn’s disease, can ayurveda help? Let’s learn about this condition along with its symptoms, causes, diagnosis and ayurvedic point of view, etc. through the following article.
INTRODUCTION
Metastatic Crohn’s disease is not a very common condition.When the patient suffering from Crohn’s disease observes that, there is involvement of various regions of the body apart from the intestines, it is characterized as Metastatic Crohn’s disease. Metastatic Crohn’s disease can occur in any location in the body, causing widespread symptoms that may not be limited to the gastrointestinal tract. The latest and most frequent is bone disease. The most distinguishing feature of metastatic crohn’s disease may include the presence of granulomas which may be cutaneous and non-caseating in nature. These are non contiguous with the gastrointestinal tract. The causes of metastatic crohn’s disease will be described as follows.
CAUSES
Metastatic Crohn’s disease is thought to be caused by extraintestinal spread of Crohn’s fistulas, as well as by the development of circulating cells and antibody-producing cells within the body. More recently, it has been recognized that tumor infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL) are also produced, and that TILs may play a role in the initiation of the disease. Metastatic Crohn’s disease tends to affect both men and women equally. The average age at diagnosis in most of the caes is 70 years, however, the most common age observed at onset is 60 years. This will lead to the presentation of a variety of symptoms described as follows.
SYMPTOMS
The clinical presentation of the condition of Metastatic Crohn’s disease can be different from patient to patient. The most common presentation is chronic disease of the skin (particularly the hands and feet), followed by the gastrointestinal tract (often presenting as abdominal pain). Other extraintestinal manifestations of Crohn’s disease include respiratory problems such as asthma. Another rare presentation of Crohn’s Disease is called Proctitis fibrosa cystica. In this clinical presentation, the patient presents with a primary rectal mass and a co-morbid proliferative disease elsewhere in the body. This form of Crohn’s Disease is very challenging to diagnose due to its rarity. There may be a variety of presenting features depending upon the site involved, it is important to diagnose it properly and manage accordingly.
DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT
The diagnosis of Crohn’s disease is usually a bit difficult. Various tests can be performed such as endoscopy, blood tests, radiological tests, etc. The management of this condition will include a variety of therapies. Initially antibiotics are administered but in severe cases, unmanageable by medicines, surgical intervention may also be required.
AYURVEDIC ASPECT
In the ayurvedic aspect, we can correlate the condition of metastatic crohn’s disease with the vitiation of the pitta dosha which further vitiates the other dosha and different components of the body. This will result in various difficulties such as weakness, weight loss, burning sensation, etc. The bhrajaka pitta is believed to be residing in the skin and the skin manifestations of this disease can be a vitiation of the bhrajaka. This vitiation of pitta dosha hinders the state of the body as it is responsible for digestion, and various other essential bodily features. To manage the condition of metastatic crohn’s disease, it is necessary to rebalance the equilibrium between the vitiated dosha of the body. This aim can be achieved through the administration of ayurvedic formulations according to the type of the body. There are various ayurvedic formulations beneficial for the condition of metastatic crohn’s disease such as Swarn Vasant Malti Ras, Pitta Balance, Sanjeevani vati, gandhak rasayan, etc.
HERBAL REMEDIES FOR METASTATIC CROHN’S DISEASE BY PLANET AYURVEDA
Planet Ayurveda is providing various preparations of natural herbs such as pitta balance, sanjeevani vati, gandhak rasayan, etc. which are prepared using authentic ways and provide great results in improving the condition of metastatic crohn’s disease. All the herbal products manufactured here are free from chemicals, preservatives, starch, additives, colors and fillers. These products are hundred percent natural and are formulated by MD Ayurvedic doctors with deep knowledge of Ayurveda and many years of experience. The formulations are prepared strictly according to the procedures described in the samhitas (classical texts) and therefore are very effective in promoting health and managing the condition of metastatic crohn’s disease. These ayurvedic formulations are described as follows.
1. Pitta Balance
Pitta balance are ayurvedic capsules prepared by planet ayurveda. It contains various beneficial ayurvedic components such as mukta pishti (natural calcium compound from pearl), akik pishti (Calcium compounds), giloy satva (Tinospora cordifolia), etc. This will help to balance the pitta dosha of the body and will give relief in various burning sensations. The components of pitta balance capsules will also help to manage weakness and provide strength to the body.
Dosage – One capsule two times a day, after meals.
2. Sanjivani Vati
Sanjivani vati prepared by planet ayurveda is a very wonderful ayurvedic formulation which helps to fight off various diseased conditions. It is composed of a combination of natural ayurvedic herbs such as pippali (Piper longum), vacha (Acorus calamus), vidanga (Embelia ribes), etc. This is a very efficient combination to balance the vitiated dosha in the body. It helps to improve the overall health of the body. Sanjivani vati is very useful in managing the high body temperature and also known to improve the digestive strength of the body.
Dosage – One tablet two times a day, to be chewed.
3. Gandhak Rasayan
Planet ayurveda has been preparing gandhak rasayan using shuddha gandhak (purified sulfur). It possesses a variety of medicinal properties. Gandhak rasayan helps to improve various skin related difficulties, and is also known to remove the toxins from the body effectively. This will further rejuvenate the cells of the body. Hence improving the overall health of the body and efficiently managing the condition of metastatic crohn’s disease.
Dosage – One tablet two times a day, after meals.
3. Swarn Vasant Malti Ras
Swarn vasant malti ras is a classical ayurvedic formulation with numerous health benefits. The components of swarn vasant malti ras includes beneficial ayurvedic components such as swarna bhasma (calyx of gold), mukta bhasma (calyx of pearl), shudha gandhak (Purified sulfur), kali mircha (Piper nigrum), etc. This helps to balance vata and kapha dosha of the body. Swarn vasant malti ras is enriched with minerals and also known to improve immunity. It helps in improving the overall state of the body.
Dosage – One tablet two times a day, to be chewed.
4. Belgiri Churna
Planet ayurveda is preparing belgiri powder which is very beneficial for the health of the body. It contains a very beneficial ayurvedic herb namely Bael (Aegle marmelos) as the main component. Bael or Aegle marmelos help to improve the digestive system of the body. It supports the overall health of the body by balancing the vitiation of dosha in the body. It also helps to manage abdominal colic.
Dosage – 1/2 tsp twice daily with lukewarm water.
5. Neem Capsules
Neem capsules are being prepared by planet ayurveda. It contains the natural extract of a very beneficial ayurvedic herb neem (Azadirachta indica). These are well known to purify the blood. Neem also helps to boost the immunity of the body. It will thus help to improve the condition of the skin deteriorated due to the metastatic crohn’s disease. Neem capsules are useful in various other health conditions also such as fever, indigestion, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, etc.
Dosage – One capsule two times a day.
6. Mahamanjishthadi Kwath
Mahamanjishthadi kwath is being prepared by planet ayurveda containing a variety of beneficial ayurvedic herbs such as manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia), shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), amla (Emblica officinalis), haldi (Curcuma longa), etc. It is a classical ayurvedic formulation with plenty of health benefits. Mahamanjishthadi kwath is an excellent blood purifier. It will help to balance the vitiated dosha in the body. This decoction will also help to improve the overall state of the body. Hence, it is beneficial for the patients of metastatic crohn’s disease.
Dosage – Two teaspoon two times a day.
CONCLUSION
So, in a nutshell it can be concluded that metastatic crohn’s disease is a very severe condition which hinders the health of the body. It requires appropriate medical attention and should be dealt responsibly. Ayurveda provides principles for maintaining the healthy state of the body and managing the diseased condition effectively. Hence, ayurvedic formulations can be used wisely along with practice of healthy diet and lifestyle to get relief from the diseased state. Ayurvedic formulations described above such as pitta balance, sanjeevani vati, gandhak rasayan, etc. are useful in managing the metastatic crohn’s disease effectively and should be taken under the guidance of an ayurvedic doctor to get better results.
