Adult Still’s Disease – Symptoms, Causes, and Ayurvedic Treatment
ABSTRACT
Bone and joint health is a matter of great concern among people. As it is a well known fact that, the bones and joints are majorly responsible for the structure and movements in the body. When there are diseases or difficulties related to the bones and joints, it severely hinders the quality of life of the patient. There are a number of conditions that will adversely affect the state of bones and joints in the body. One such type of condition is the Adult still’s disease. This rare condition adversely affects the various joints of the body which will be described in detail along with its causes, symptoms, management line and ayurvedic aspect through the following article.
INTRODUCTION
Adult still’s disease is an inflammatory condition which is considered to be a result of autoimmunity. It is a rare condition and can only be present in adults. A variant of this condition seen in children is known as systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis. The adult still’s disease causes pains and stiffness in the various joints of the body. The condition of adult still’s disease presents a variety of features such as fever, rash, joint pains, etc. The adult still’s disease starts destroying the affected joints, most commonly it targets wrist joints. Let us discuss more about this condition of adult still’s disease.
CAUSES OF ADULT STILL’S DISEASE
The exact cause underlying the condition of adult still’s disease is not known yet. It is seen to affect females more than males. It is seen in adults of any age but more commonly observed in the age group of twenty to thirty five years. The genetic composition can also play a major role in making the individual more prone to this condition. The environmental factors may trigger the condition in the persons already prone to it. This will present a variety of symptoms which will be discussed in the following article.
SYMPTOMS OF ADULT STILL’S DISEASE
The people suffering from the adult still’s disease often present various types of pain in the body. They are fatigued by the severe joint pains. He/ she may be suffering from fever, a sore throat, etc. The patients suffering from adult still’s disease often complain of a salmon pink rash that appears and disappears quickly. This type of pink rash is commonly seen on the torso, arms or the legs. Not every patient presents the same symptoms, it will vary from person to person. So to manage the condition properly, it is required to first diagnose the condition, which will be described as follows.
DIAGNOSIS & TREATMENT OF ADULT STILL’S DISEASE
It can be a bit difficult to diagnose the condition of adult still’s disease because the presenting features such as fever, joint pain, etc. can be confused with different diseases. There is no specific diagnostic test known for the adult still’s disease. To diagnose this condition, detailed medical history, physical examination, and blood tests will be required. It is also essential to rule out other types of infections while making a confirmatory diagnosis. As soon as the condition is diagnosed proper medical attention should be provided. The main line of treatment will include the administration of various oral medicines to manage adult still’s disease. These oral medicines will include NSAIDs (Non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs), DMARDs (Disease modifying anti rheumatic drugs), steroids, etc. The ayurveda presents a different perspective regarding the adult still’s disease, which will be described as follows.
AYURVEDIC ASPECT OF ADULT STILL’S DISEASE
The condition of adult still’s disease can be correlated to the excessive vitiation of the vata dosha in the body. The ayurveda very well describes the interdependence of vata, pitta and kapha through the concept of ashraya ashrayi bhava. The various elements of the body work in unison to maintain the healthy state of the body. Hence, imbalance of one element will lead to the imbalance of another related element of the body. Similar relation is seen between the vata and the asthi dhatu (Asthi can be correlated to the bony structures in the body). Vata is said to be responsible for all the types of pains in the body. The correlation between vata and asthi is inversely proportional. This phenomenon, when described in detail, yields a conclusion that as the vata level rises in the body, it will deplete the condition of asthi dhatu or the bones and joints. So, to manage the condition of adult still’s disease effectively, a number of ayurvedic formulations are required to balance the vata back into its normal levels. These ayurvedic formulations will be described as follows.
HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR ADULT STILL’S DISEASE
Planet Ayurveda is providing various preparations of natural herbs such as boswellia curcumin, yograj guggul, etc. which are prepared using authentic ways and provide great results in improving the condition of adult still’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 ayurvedic formulations beneficial for the condition of Adult still’s disease is described as follows.
1. Boswellia Curcumin
Boswellia curcumin is an ayurvedic formulation being prepared by planet ayurveda in the form of capsules. It contains a combination of beneficial ayurvedic herbs such as shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and haridra or turmeric (Curcuma longa). This combination helps to manage the pain sensations effectively. It is also known to provide strength to the muscles and bones in the body. Boswellia curcumin capsules will thus help to improve the movement and hence manage the condition of adult still’s disease.
Dose – One capsule two times a day, after meals.
2. Yograj Guggul
Yograj guggul is being prepared by planet ayurveda using various natural and beneficial ayurvedic components such as cumin (Cuminum cyminum), Pippali (Piper longum), bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), etc. This combination of herbs is beneficial in a variety of health conditions. Yograj guggul is very effective in managing the various anti-inflammatory conditions of the joints and bones. This helps to pacify the excessive vata dosha from the body. In turn, this will help to improve the condition of the adult still’s disease.
Dosage – Two tablets two times a day, after meals.
3. Panchtiktaghrit Guggul
Panchtiktaghrit guggul is a very effective combination of a variety of ayurvedic herbs such as neem (Azadirachta indica), giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), guggul (Commiphora mukul), etc. It helps to purify the body as it helps remove the toxins. Panchtiktaghrit guggul is useful in managing a variety of diseases such as adult still’s disease, arthritis, and a variety of inflammations. The panchtiktaghrit guggul helps to balance the vitiated vata and kapha dosha, hence improving the general health of the body.
Dosage – Two tablets two times a day, after meals.
4. Amar Sundari Vati
The amar sundari vati is an ayurvedic formulation used in the management of a variety of ailments. It is used to pacify the excessive vata dosha from the body. Hence it is known to improve bone health and is useful in the management of the adult still’s disease. It is also beneficial in managing a variety of respiratory diseases such as cugh, asthma, etc.
Dosage – Two tablets two times a day, after meals.
5. Aamvatantak Churna
Aamvatantak churna is being prepared by Planet ayurveda. This churna contains powdered form of various medicinal herbs such as Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Methi (Fenugreek), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), etc. The combinations of these drugs help to improve digestion and balance the vata dosha of the body. This will help to improve the pain sensations and also the general well being of the patient suffering from adult still’s disease.
Dose: Aamvatantak churna is to be taken 1/2 teaspoonful two times a day, after meals.
6. Maha Rasnadi Kwath
Maha rasnadi kwath is being prepared by Planet ayurveda. It contains a variety of beneficial ayurvedic herbs such as erand (Ricinus communis), devdaru (Cedrus deodara), vacha (Acorus calamus), vasa (Adhatoda vasica), etc. It is known to be an excellent vata pacifier. Maha rasnadi kwath helps to remove the endotoxins present in the body and improves the overall well being of the one suffering from adult still’s disease.
Dosage – Two teaspoon two times a day, after meals.
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CONCLUSION
Concluding the topic, and compiling all the information provided above briefly, we can state that adult still’s disease can be managed effectively through the administration of the above described ayurvedic formulations. The one, desirous of a healthy body must always stick to a healthy diet and lifestyle. The ayurvedic formulations such as boswellia curcumin, yograj gugul, etc. will manage the disease right from the roots and hence improve the overall health and well being of the patient of adult still’s disease.
