Diseases & Treatment

THYROID

The thyroid gland, located right at the base of the neck, produces hormones which are responsible for controlling metabolism and growth. An over production of hormones, leads to a condition called hyperthyroidism which results in tiredness, loss of energy, and several other related health problems.Under production, gives rise to hypothyroidism, which slows down the metabolism leading to weight gain, loss of appetite and rise of cholesterol levels in the blood.

Visible swelling of the thyroid glands can take place in both cases, resulting in a health condition called "goitre". Although medicinal treatments for correcting thyroid disorders are common, more and more people prefer an ayurvedic treatment for thyroid. This is particularly because natural ayurvedic remedies have no side effects. They do not bring along any toxicity to the system.

Apart from prescribing various herbs and natural concoctions for sustained relief from thyroid related illnesses, ayurvedic treatment for thyroid is also about sticking to certain healthy lifestyle habits. You would be advised to stay away from food which can cause unnecessary weight gain. Consumption of fats and sugars should therefore be avoided. Moderate physical activity on a daily basis, would be advised. In addition, you would also be advised to consume natural foods which are rich in manganese, copper, zinc, iron, calcium and iodine.

APPENDIX

If there is a blockage in the abdominal lumen then there will be a situation of severe or acute appendicitis. The lumen usually becomes filled with mucus and will get swelled. Due to the increased pressure at the walls of the tracts, there will be thrombosis and occlusion. Sometimes in rare cases, a stage of recovery can take place at this point of time.

When the walls become dead then the bacteria leaks out through the outer wall and hence there will be formation of puss around the interior walls. The severe acute forms can even lead to septicemia and hence death. Much other cause is due to the foreign bodies within the tract of the digestive system. The patients who are affected with appendicitis are more common in the developed countries than in the developing countries.

If there is a blockage in the abdominal lumen then there will be a situation of severe or acute appendicitis. The lumen usually becomes filled with mucus and will get swelled. Due to the increased pressure at the walls of the tracts, there will be thrombosis and occlusion. Sometimes in rare cases, a stage of recovery can take place at this point of time.

When the walls become dead then the bacteria leaks out through the outer wall and hence there will be formation of puss around the interior walls. The severe acute forms can even lead to septicemia and hence death. Much other cause is due to the foreign bodies within the tract of the digestive system. The patients who are affected with appendicitis are more common in the developed countries than in the developing countries.

CERVICAL

Neck pain (or cervicalgia) is a common problem, with two-thirds of the population having neck pain at some point in their lives. Neck pain, although felt in the neck, can be caused by numerous other spinal problems. Neck pain may arise due to muscular tightness in both the neck and upper back, or pinching of the nerves emanating from the cervical vertebrae. Joint disruption in the neck creates pain, as does joint disruption in the upper back.

The head is supported by the lower neck and upper back, and it is these areas that commonly cause neck pain. The top three joints in the neck allow for most movement of your neck and head. The lower joints in the neck and those of the upper back create a supportive structure for your head to sit on. If this support system is affected adversely, then the muscles in the area will tighten, leading to neck pain.

Pain located in the neck is a common medical condition. Neck pain can come from a number of disorders and diseases of any tissues in the neck. Examples of common conditions producing neck pain are degenerative disc disease, neck strain, neck injury such as in whiplash, a herniated disc, or a pinched nerve. Neck pain can come from common infections, such as virus infection of the throat, leading to lymph gland swelling and neck pain. Neck pain can also come from rare infections, such as tuberculosis of the neck and bone infection of the spine in the neck (osteomyelitis and septic discitis), and meningitis (often accompanied by neck stiffness). Neck pain can also come from conditions directly affecting the muscles of the neck, such as fibromyalgia and polymyalgia rheumatica. Neck pain is also referred to as cervical pain.

PROBLEMS IN PREGNANCY

Pregnancy is the and development of one or more offspring, known as an or , in a woman's . In a pregnancy, there can be multiple , as in the case of twins or . usually occurs about 38 weeks after conception; in women who have a menstrual cycle length of four weeks, this is approximately 40 weeks from the start of the last normal menstrual period (LNMP). Human pregnancy is the most studied of all . Conception can be achieved through or .

Complications of pregnancy are the symptoms and problems that are associated with . There are both routine problems and serious, even potentially fatal problems. The routine problems are normal complications, and pose no significant danger to either the woman or the fetus. Serious problems can cause both and if untreated.

MIGRAINE

A migraine is a severe, painful headachethat is often preceded or accompanied by sensory warning signs such as flashes of light, blind spots, tingling in the arms and legs, nausea, vomiting, and increased sensitivity to light and sound. The excruciating pain that migraines bring can last for hours or even days.

Migraine headaches result from a combination of blood vessel enlargement and the release of chemicals from nerve fibers that coil around these blood vessels. During the headache, an artery enlarges that is located on the outside of the skull just under the skin of the temple (temporal artery). This causes a release of chemicals that cause inflammation, pain, and further enlargement of the artery.

JOINTS PAIN

Joints form the connections between bones. They provide support and help you move. Any damage to the joints from disease or injury can interfere with your movement and cause a lot of pain.

Many different conditions can lead to painful joints, including osteoarthritis,rheumatoid arthritis, bursitis, gout, strains, sprains, and other injuries. Joint pain is extremely common. In one national survey, about one-third of adults reported having joint pain within the past 30 days. Knee pain was the most common complaint, followed by shoulder and hip pain, but joint pain can affect any part of your body, from your ankles to your shoulders. As you get older, painful joints become increasingly more common.

Joint pain can be caused by injury affecting any of the ligaments, bursae, or tendons surrounding the joint. Injury can also affect the ligaments, cartilage, and bones within the joint. Pain is also a feature of joint inflammation (arthritis) and infection, and can be a feature of tumors of the joint. Joint pain is also referred to as arthralgia.

JAUNDICE

Jaundice can occur in babies, children, and adults. Jaundice is not an illness in itself, but a medical condition in which too much bilirubin -- a compound produced by the breakdown of red blood cells -- is circulating in the blood. The excess bilirubin causes the skin, eyes, and mucus membranes in the mouth to turn a yellowish color. For adults, the symptoms of jaundice may indicate damage to the liver. If the cause is not treated, it can lead to liver failure.

SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION

Sexual dysfunction disorders may be classified into four categories: sexual desire disorders, arousal disorders, orgasm disorders and pain disorders. Sexual desire disorders or decreased libido are characterised by a lack or absence for some period of time of sexual desire or libido for sexual activity or of sexual fantasies. The condition ranges from a general lack of sexual desire to a lack of sexual desire for the current partner. The condition may have started after a period of normal sexual functioning or the person may always have had no/low sexual desire. Sexual arousal disorders were previously known as frigidity in women and impotence in men, though these have now been replaced with less judgmental terms. Impotence is now known as erectile dysfunction, and frigidity has been replaced with a number of terms describing specific problems with, for example, desire or arousal.

Orgasm disorders are persistent delays or absence of orgasm following a normal sexual excitement phase. The disorder can have physical, psychological, or pharmacological origins. SSRI antidepressants are a common pharmaceutical culprit, as they can delay orgasm or eliminate it entirely.

Sexual pain disorders affect women almost exclusively and are also known as dyspareunia (painful intercourse) or vaginismus (an involuntary spasm of the muscles of the vaginal wall that interferes with intercourse).

Dyspareunia may be caused by insufficient lubrication (vaginal dryness) in women. Poor lubrication may result from insufficient excitement and stimulation, or from hormonal changes caused by menopause, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Irritation from contraceptive creams and foams can also cause dryness, as can fear and anxiety about sex.

PROBLEM IN PROSTATE GLAND

A healthy human prostate is classically said to be slightly larger than a walnut. The mean weight of the normal prostate in adult males is about 11 grams, usually ranging between 7 and 16 grams. It surrounds the urethra just below the urinary bladder and can be felt during a rectal exam.

The prostatic part of the urethra develops from the pelvic (middle) part of the urogenital sinus (endodermal origin). Endodermal outgrowths arise from the prostatic part of the urethra and grow into the surrounding mesenchyme. The glandular epithelium of the prostate differentiates from these endodermal cells, and the associated mesenchyme differentiates into the dense stroma and the smooth muscle of the prostate. The prostate glands represent the modified wall of the proximal portion of the male urethra and arises by the 9th week of embryonic life in the development of the reproductive system. Condensation of mesenchyme, urethra and Wolffian ducts gives rise to the adult prostate gland, a composite organ made up of several glandular and non-glandular components tightly fused.

SINUS INFECTION

Headache/facial pain or pressure of a dull, constant, or aching sort over the affected sinuses is common with both acute and chronic stages of sinusitis. This pain is typically localized to the involved sinus and may worsen when the affected person bends over or when lying down. Pain often starts on one side of the head and progresses to both sides. Acute and chronic sinusitis may be accompanied by thick nasal discharge that is usually green in color and may contain pus (purulent) and/or blood.[13] Often a localized headache or toothache is present, and it is these symptoms that distinguish a sinus-related headache from other types of headaches, such as tension and migraine headaches. Infection of the eye socket is possible, which may result in the loss of sight and is accompanied by fever and severe illness. Another possible complication is the infection of the bones (osteomyelitis) of the forehead and other facial bones – Pott's puffy tumor.

Sinus infections can also cause middle ear problems due to the congestion of the nasal passages. This can be demonstrated by dizziness, "a pressurized or heavy head", or vibrating sensations in the head. Other symptoms of sinusitis include bad breath and post-nasal drip.

PIMPLES

Inside the pore are sebaceous glands which produce sebum. When the outer layers of skin shed (as they do continuously), the dead skin cells left behind may become 'glued' together by the sebum. This causes the blockage in the pore, especially when the skin becomes thicker at puberty. The sebaceous glands produce more sebum which builds up behind the blockage, and this sebum harbours various bacteria including the species Propionibacterium acnes, causing infection and inflammation.

DIABETES TYPE 1

The more severe form of diabetes is type 1, or insulin-dependent diabetes. It's sometimes called "juvenile" diabetes, because type 1 diabetes usually develops in children and teenagers, though it can develop at any age.

With type 1 diabetes, the body's immune system attacks part of its own pancreas. Scientists are not sure why. But the immune system mistakenly sees the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas as foreign, and destroys them. This attack is known as "autoimmune" disease.These cells – called "islets" (pronounced EYE-lets) – are the ones that sense glucose in the blood and, in response, produce the necessary amount of insulin to normalize blood sugars.Insulin serves as a "key" to open your cells, to allow the glucose to enter -- and allow you to use the glucose for energy. Without insulin, there is no "key." So, the sugar stays -- and builds up-- in the blood. The result: the body's cells starve from the lack of glucose. And, if left untreated, the high level of "blood sugar" can damage eyes, kidneys, nerves, and the heart, and can also lead to coma and death.