Ayurvedic Approach to Villous Adenoma – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Abstract

The large intestine of Gastrointestinal tract has different parts as cecum, ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon, and rectum. Cancer of the large intestine is known as Villous adenoma. A benign tumor of any glandular tissue is known as Adenoma. A polyp colon adenoma or colorectal cancer as villous adenoma is very common and is seen in increased age groups. These tumors are required to be treated as early as possible because initially they are benign which can be converted into malignant if left untreated. Here is a brief introduction of Villous adenomas with its symptoms and management to reduce it and live a healthy life through herbal cures which are  free from all chemicals.

Introduction

Colorectal cancer is seen in the epithelial lining of the large intestine which is benign initially. When these abnormal cells start dividing fast and growing, then it’s hard to cure as they are converting into a malignant stage. Adenomatous polyp is very common in colon regions. Males are more affected than females. Villous adenoma is called ‘Villous’ because of finger-like epithelial projection inside the colon. Columnar epithelial cells cover the adenoma. It is a benign tumor. These adenomas mainly grow into the glandular organs but sometimes they are seen in non-glandular organs. Adenomas can convert into malignant form in later stages also. Even in a benign state these adenomas can cause serious complications.

• Location of these adenomas are the mucus layer of stomach, small intestine, colon, in digestive tract they grow into the lumen as polyps. It can be pedunculated or sessile. It can be tubular, villous, or tubulo-villous.
• In Ayurveda, Villous adenoma is caused due to aggravated Pitta which leads to Dusti of Vata Dosha. Polyp-like projection is called ‘Granthi’ in Ayurveda.
• In Susrut samhita Nidana Sthana 11 is having a full explanation about the Granthi and Arbuda, both are the types of cancer.
• In Su. Ni 11//3  has an explanation about Granthi that vitiated ‘Vata dosha’ pollutes the ‘Masa, Rakta, Kaphaj and Meda dhatu‘ of the body and leads to the formation of a Villous like inflamed projection called Granthi.

Granthi is of Following Types

1. ‘Vatik granthi’ is Long, painful, blackish, hard and has secretions in it. (Su. Ni 11//4)
2. ‘Paitik granthi’ has a warmth and burning sensation. Reddish yellow in colour and is having warm secretions oozing from it. (Su. Ni 11//5)
3. ‘Kaphaj granthi’ is cold in nature with normal colour of skin, less painful, itchy, hard, and slowly growing. When it bursts, it has a white pus secretions. (Su. Ni 11//6)
4. ‘Medoj granthi’ grows with the age of a person and is of bigger size with itching in nature. (Su. Ni 11//7)
5. ‘Siraaj granthi’ is very painful in nature and is difficult to treat. (Su. Ni 11//8-9)

Ayurveda explains in Su. Ni 11//16-20, about ‘Arbuda’ as a tumor which is caused due to increased Kapha dosha and Medoj dhatu are Raktaj Arbuda, Medoj Arbuda, Vataj Arbuda, Pittaj Arbuda, Kaphaj Arbuda and Masaj Arbuda.

Causes

Villous adenoma can be caused due to

1. Genetics plays a very important role in having colorectal cancer or colon polyps.
2. It can arise from a pre-existing tumor of the colon.
3. Seen in Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)

Risk factors

Following are the Risk factors of villous adenoma

1. People consuming more fat diets and alcohol come under the high risk group of developing this cancer.
2. Tobacco consumption is also a precursor for this.
3. Smoking
4. Acromegaly
5. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
6. Age more than 50 years

Symptoms

Patients with villous adenoma may produce the following symptoms:-

1. Secretory diarrhea with liquid stools
2. Hypokalemia (low levels of potassium in blood)
3. Rectal bleeding
4. Anemia
5. Constipation
6. Flatulence
7. Hematuria
8. Vomiting

Investigation

Diagnosis can be done by

1. Endoscopy reveals cauliflower- like mass due to villi stretch.
2. Fecal occult blood test
3. Fecal immunochemical test
4. Biopsy
5. Polypectomy
6. Double-contrast barium enema
7. Sigmoidoscopy

Management by Natural Herbs Provided by Planet Ayurveda are

Planet ayurveda is having excellent herbal products for villous adenoma which are 100% natural products free from all the chemicals, preservatives, starch, additives, colors, yeast, binders, fillers which supports healthy condition of body by maintaining the tridosha (three body energies) of the body which are 100% vegetarian. Formulated by MD Ayurveda doctors and these are

1. Mahashankh vati
2. Avipattikar churna
3. Pitta balance
4. Acidoplan syp
5. Digestion support
6. Kanchnar guggul
7. Graviola capsules

Product Description

1. Mahashankh vati

It is a classical herbo mineral formulation that helps in maintaining a healthy digestive system of the body. The key ingredients of this presentation are Shunthi ( Zingiber officinalis), Pippali (Piper longum), Shankha Bhasma (ash of conch shell), Chincha (Tamarindus indicus), Shuddha Vatsanabha (purified Aconitum Feroz), Rock Salt (Saindhava lavana), Black Salt (Vida lavana), Sea Salt (Sauvarchala lavana). It acts as antipyretic, digestive, analgesic, and as an appetizer by balancing vata and pitta dosha. It is given in gastritis, inflammation, and painful conditions. It increases the absorption of nutrients. It can be given in dyspepsia, eliminates bloating and Abdominal flatulence. It enhances appetite, given in diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome and improves the condition of the liver.

Dosage: 1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water.

2. Avitpattikar churna

This formulation helps by maintaining a healthy stomach. The key ingredients in this preparation are Pippali (Piper longum), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Marich( Piper nigrum), Amla (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki(Terminalia chebula) etc. The term ‘Avitpatti’ means to get rid of problems. This is used to remove increased pitta from the body. It can be given in constipation, heartburn, acidity, indigestion, hyperacidity, gastritis, loss of appetite. It is anti-inflammatory, antacid, carminative, antioxidant, appetizer, carminative with digestive stimulant. It helps in relieving symptoms of GERD (gastro oesophageal reflux disease). This churan can be given in nephrotic syndromes also.

Dosage : 4-6gm with plain water twice daily before meal.

3. Pitta Balance

The key ingredients of this formulation are Praval Pishti (Coral Calcium), Akik Pishti (Agate Calcium),  Jawar Mohra Pishti (An Ayurvedic Calcium  compound), Kamdudha Ras (An Ayurvedic Calcium compound), Mukta Pishti (Pearl Calcium), Giloy Satva (Tinospora cordifolia stem extract ;Guduchi). All these herbs help in maintaining pitta dosha.  It helps in improving digestive power, high blood pressure, acid refluxes, it relieves anxiety disorder also.

Dosage : 1-2 Capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

4. Acidoplan syp

The key ingredients in it are Patola (Trichosanthes dioica), Sajjikshar (Soda-bi-carb), Ghrit Kumari (Aloe barbadensis), Saunf (Foeniculum vulgare), Triphala (Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellirica, Emblica officinalis), Kokum (Garcinia indica) etc. It’s a herbal syrup good for digestive health, liver and metabolism. Improves gastric health, reduces gastric pain, strengthens digestion, increases appetite by balancing pitta and kapha dosha.

Dosage : 1-2 teaspoons twice a day or as prescribed by Ayurvedic Practitioner.

4. Digestion support

It contains Amla (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bahera (Terminalia bellerica), Sounf (Foeniculum vulgare), Dhania (Coriander sativum), Pippali (Piper longum), Jeerak (Cyminum Cuminum). It helps in digestion of any kind of food and maintains appropriate pH of the stomach. It is helpful in gas, flatulence and acidity. If the digestive system will work properly then the whole body will work accordingly in a healthy manner.

Dosage- 1-2 capsules twice daily with plain water after a meal

5. Kanchnaar guggul

It maintains healthy cells of tissues. It contains Kachnar Bark (Bauhinia variegata), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Trikatu: Ginger + Black Pepper + Pippali (Zingiber officinale, Piper nigrum, Piper longum), Varuna Bark (Crataeva religiosa) etc. It is having effects on the lymphatic channel preventing inflammation and blockage. It can be given in the malignant and benign tumors also.

Dosage : 1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water

6. Graviola capsules

It contains Graviola (Annona muricata) as the key ingredient. Instead of chemotherapy in cancers Graviola capsules are best for cancer. It is a pure herbal product with lots of health benefits.

Dosage- 1-2 Capsules once or twice daily.

Single Herbs Which are Good in Cancer Management are Following

1. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) has natural rejuvenating properties to the body.
2. Guggul (Commiphora mukul) is a blood purifier, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and rejuvenates cells of the body.
3. Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.

Conclusion

Most of the Villous Adenomas are asymptomatic and are diagnosed in general physical examination, if they are left untreated can cause serious problems like obstruction and haemorrhage. And they can convert into the malignant form from the benign one, hence its proper management is required for living a healthy life. Patient should be well educated about his condition and the person should improve his lifestyle for prevention.