Prakash Nethralaya

An Ayurvedic Eye & General Hospital in Jaipur, India

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Ayurveda: A Belief System or Science?

There is a controversy behind a life and health system whether it is run for 5000 years as a belief system or there is science behind it. We are talking about Ayurveda. Of course, it is a scientific system. Let us know about the 20 major scientific principles of Ayurveda.

Panchamahabhoot: Each and every creature and all the objects of this world are made up of 5 basic elements. They are - Space, Air, Water, Earth, Fire.

Tridosha: the 5 basic elements constitute the 3 basic physiological factors that are responsible for all the metabolic functionalities of the body. The three doshas are Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.

Prakriti: All humans have one of the dominant doshas in their bodies since their birth. This Prakriti makes a typical phenotype of each individual making them with a bunch of common features.

Objective: There are 2 objectives of Ayurveda

To maintain the health of a healthy person.

To treat a diseased person with medicines.

Definition of Health: Anybody who has a balance of 3 doshas, 7 dhatus, balanced digestive fire, and all the 11 Indriyas, Atma, and mana is in a happy mood is called a healthy person.

Dinacharya: A set of disciplines meant for the lifestyle of a person which is designed from waking till sleep in the night comes under dinacharya. Assured health can be obtained by following these principles.

Food Discipline: Ayurveda has given clear directions about the diet of a person. One can eat what he/she can digest easily. There has been given more emphasis on the quality of the food rather than its quantity.  

Emphasis on Quality: Ayurveda has given more emphasis on quality over quantity while assessing anything and everything.

Ritucharya: Special diet and lifestyle discipline about what to eat and what not to eat, different combinations of Rasas to be used in a particular season have been advised for every 6 seasons separately. Following these rules ensure health.

Adharneeya Vega: There is a very powerful concept of 11 Adharneeya vega described in Ayurveda. These forces if hold forcefully can lead to dreadful metabolic diseases and hence should be kept in priority.

Satmaya: If a person practices a typical set of things, foods, habits for a longer duration of time, they become an integral part of his lifestyle in spite of the fact that they are harmful to the body. There is a guided method for leaving any of the habits also.

Rasayan: There is a special category of herbs, foods, and etiquettes. By adopting these practices, one can stay healthy for a longer duration of time and can enjoy youthfulness and disease-free life.

Ashtang Ayurveda: Different Specialties of treatment had been described in Ayurveda even 5000 years ago. These are

Surgery

Medicine

Eye & E.N.T.

Gynaecology & Obstetrics

Paediatrics

Toxicology

Rejuvenation

Vigor & Vitality

Disease Classification: 8 categories of disease classification have been described in Ayurveda

Hereditary

Congenital

Metabolic

Traumatic

Seasonal

Idiopathic

Natural

Psychiatric

Causes of Diseases

Abuse of Indriyas

Abuse of Buddhi

Wrong impact of Time

Prognosis of the Disease

Sukhsadhya Rog (Easy to cure)

Kashtasadhya Rog (Hard to cure)

Yapya Rog (Can only be managed)

Asadhya Rog (No treatment)

Chatushpad: Emphasis has been given on the qualities of the 4 pillars involved in the treatment.

Doctor

Paramedical staff

Patient

Quality Medicines.

Principles of Treatment: The treatment of a patient is done by means of 2 broad categories

Shodhan (Detoxification treatment)

Shaman (Treatment by medicines)

Panchakarma Treatment: There are 5 powerful treatments explained for the complete detoxification of the body that ensures an effective and complete cure.

Vaman(Emesis)

Virechan(Purgation)

Vasti(Enema)

Nasya (Nasal Administration of the medicine)

Raktamokshan (Blood Letting)

Purushartha Chatustaya: The route of any individual life follows either anyone of the path or all to achieve one’s target of life.

Dharma

Artha

Kaam

Moksha

Ayurveda says Health is the basic requirement for everyone irrespective of the way one chooses to move ahead in life.

These 20 scientific points ensure that there is enough science behind this life and health system and we can be benefited even today by following the basic principles of health.

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कोनसी है आपकी प्रकृति? जानिए आपके शरीर के वात पित्त कफ के Levels को

"शुक्र शोणित संयोगे यो भवेत् दोष उत्कटः"

प्रकृति को प्रभावित करने वाले कारण

शुक्र एवं शोणित की प्रकृति (माता एवं पिता की प्रकृति)

माता का आहार-विहार

माता की अवस्था (उम्र)

महाभूतों के विकार

7 types of प्रकृतियां

वात

पित्त

कफ

वात-पित्त

पित्त-कफ

वात-कफ

वात-पित्त- कफ (सम प्रकृति )

प्रकृतियों की श्रेष्ठता

सर्वश्रेष्ठ प्रकृति - सम प्रकृति

कफ

पित्त

वात

द्वंदज प्रकृतियां

वात प्रकृति

"अल्पकेश: कृशो रूक्षो वाचालश्च मानस :। आकाशचारी स्वप्नेषु वातप्रकृतिको नर : ।।"

कम बाल

दुबला पतला

रुखापन

ज्यादा बोलने वाला

मन से चञ्चल

सपने मे आसमान मे उड़ने वाला

पित्त प्रकृति

"अकाले पलितैर्व्याप्तो धीमान स्वेदी च रोषण :। स्वप्नेषु ज्योतिषां द्रष्टा पित्तप्रकृतिको  नर :॥"

बालों का समय से पहले सफ़ेद होना

बुद्धिमान्

अधिक पसीना आना

गुस्से का स्वभाव

सपने मे तेज रोशनी को देखना

कफ प्रकृति

"गंभीर बुद्धि स्थूल अंग स्निग्ध केशो महाबलः । स्वप्ने जलाशय लोकी कफप्रकृतिको नरः।।"

गम्भीर स्वभाव

मोटापा

घने काले बाल

ताकतवर

सपने मे पानी को देखने वाला

अपनी प्रकृति को पहचान कर उसको संतुलित करने वाले आहार विहार का अभ्यास करें ।

मानसिक प्रकृतियाँ

सात्विक प्रकृति

राजसिक प्रकृति

तामसिक प्रकृति

शांत

संतोषी जीवन

गुस्सा नहीं करते  

परोपकारी

दूसरों को कभी कष्ट नहीं देते

काम, क्रोध, लोभ, मोह, अहंकार नहीं होता

सुख दुःख में एक जैसे

प्रकृति के साथ दिनचर्या का तालमेल

प्रसन्नचित व मधुर वाणी

दूसरे जीवों के साथ तालमेल

राजा की तरह व्यवहार करते हैं।

काम ,क्रोध,लोभ, मोह ,अहंकार के गुणों का प्रदर्शन

इच्छाओं एवं महत्वाकांक्षाओं को रखते हैं।

भौतिक सुखों को चाहने वाले

सुख में सुखी एवं दुःख में दुखी

बुद्धिहीन

मांस, मदिरा का सेवन

झगड़ालू प्रवृत्ति के

अहंकारी

स्वार्थी

दूसरे जीवों व प्रकृति को महत्व नहीं देते

अपराधी प्रवृति के

बिना कारण दुखी

ॐ सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः। सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु मा कश्चिद्दुःखभाग्भवेत।

सभी सुखी रहें, सभी रोग मुक्त रहें, सभी मंगलमय घटनाओं के साक्षी बनें और किसी को भी दुःख का भागी न बनना पड़े।

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7 Complications of Ankylosing Spondylitis and How To Avoid Them?

Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the joints particularly of the lower back in between the spine and pelvis. These joints often become swollen and inflamed with time. This can cause pain and stiffness in the lower back, and eventually, over time, it leads to the fusion of bones in the spine. The disease is much more common in men than in women.   Anyone diagnosed with AS should be well aware of the complications that it can cause to your health. The main symptoms of AS are pain and stiffness in your lower back and buttocks, but this disease can also cause long-term problems in various parts of your body, including your eyes and heart. As this condition progresses, inflammation can contribute to other complications that can affect a person’s life. Some of the major complications are listed below -

Eye problems (inflammation)  

As it progresses, the chronic inflammation may occur in the eyes instead of the spine which then causes pain in the eyes. Eyes can also become red or puffy. Eye inflammation which is also named as uveitis can show various symptoms, such as swollen, painful eyes that may be red or enlarged. In some cases, it can also cause blurred and impaired vision, sensitivity to light (photophobia), and severe pain. Wearing dark glasses can help in relieving the symptoms. There are various ayurvedic procedures or therapies that help in reducing eye inflammation. To know more about Uveitis treatment, click here

Reduced flexibility

The damage to the spine and joints caused by chronic inflammation can restrict the movement of the muscles and bones over time. Moreover, the fusion of bones due to AS can cause the bones to become stiff. By practicing regular stretching and exercises can help in making the body more flexible and mobile.

Fatigue

Ankylosing spondylitis is caused by inflammatory markers called cytokines that are present in the body and can be the cause of tiredness. Hence it is one of the common symptoms of AS. This may get worse because the body is using a lot of energy to keep this inflammation aside. Fatigue can also leave a person feeling drained of energy. Regular exercise, or swimming, can also help in relieving fatigue and improve a person’s quality of life.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a disorder of bone that makes the bones less dense than normal. This disorder occurs when the body loses too much bone or makes too little bone. The bones, however, become weak and brittle enough and become prone to breakage. This disease can occur in the bones and joints of people with AS, increasing their risk of spinal injury. Certain medications are helpful in treating people with AS and osteoporosis symptoms. Therefore treating AS correctly will help in preventing bone loss.

Gastrointestinal disorders

The inflammation caused by AS may spread to the intestinal tract causing pain in the stomach. It may also lead to various digestive issues. This inflammation in the intestinal tract and bowels can cause troubles like pain and ulcers in the stomach, diarrhea, etc. In some cases of AS, inflammation can also spread from the spine and hips to the intestinal tract. More severe cases may lead to conditions, such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. Some dietary precautions, regular exercise, and natural medications can help to control inflammation.

Increased risk of heart disease

Inflammation caused by AS can also cause various types of heart problems. Cardiovascular issues that AS contributes include - aortitis, aortic valve disease, conduction problems, ischemic heart disease, and cardiomyopathy. Inflammation in the aorta of the heart can prevent this artery from carrying enough blood to the body. It can also damage the aortic valves or the channel that keeps blood flowing in the body through the heart. There are various medications and exercises to help control inflammation in the aorta.

Cauda equina syndrome

This is the rare complication caused by the Ankylosing spondylitis. The inflammation can cause the pressure on a bundle of nerves called the cauda equina at the bottom of your spinal cord. This swelling can compact the nerves in the lower back and cause symptoms such as:

pain and numbness

stinging or tingling sensations in the legs

inability to walk

incontinence

Cauda equina syndrome can become a serious condition if it is left untreated, and can lead to paralysis and other severe issues. The condition usually requires immediate and emergency surgery in the allopathy, but we can prevent the surgery and other over the counter medicines by treating with various ayurvedic therapies and procedures such as – Snehapana, Abhyangam, Virechana, Nasyam, Tharpana and Netradhara etc. These ayurvedic therapies have the ultimate power to cure the disease with help of herbal decoctions, that too without any side effects. To know how Ayurveda treats Ankylosing Spondylitis naturally, click here.

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17 Effects of Ankylosing Spondylitis on the body

Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that primarily affects the spine areas, but it has affected all over the body. The joints and ligaments of your spine become inflamed which can cause back pain and stiffness. AS can affect various other joints, and in some cases, it can damage your eyes, heart, or lungs. There are prevalent effects of AS on all major parts and systems of the body that are to be taken care of. The 17 effects of Ankylosing spondylitis on the body systems are described below-

Skeletal system

The main target area of AS is the spine region.

One of the first symptoms of AS are felt in the spine, particularly in the lower back. Pain in these locations affects about 1 in 3 people. The pain can also spread to your groin, knees, or the front of your thighs.

It can also create trouble movements and reflex actions.

Nervous system

Ankylosing spondylitis can affect the nervous system as well.

The severe cases of AS can result in the formation of scars in the bundle of nerves in the body.

This can lead to various problems such as lack of bowel control, and sexual dysfunction. The effects on the nervous system can cause problems in the eye.

Eye inflammation can occur in some cases with AS. An individual may also feel pressure and pain in the eyes and may be sensitive to light. If you notice pain or redness, contact your doctor immediately.

Serious complications can arise, including – incontinence, sexual problems, urine retention, leg pain and weakness.

Skin, hair, nails

The minor parts of your body such as skin , hair and nails can also get affected due to AS.

People with AS may also develop psoriasis.

Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disorder that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. These patches can appear on the scalp, elbows, and knees and can even form lesions.

This can cause itchiness, tenderness, burning, and stinging.

Circulatory system – Ankylosing spondylitis can cause inflammation which has the probability of spreading over the aorta, which is the biggest artery in your body.

This can restrict the aorta from functioning normally, leading to numerous heart problems.

Respiratory system

Ankylosing spondylitis also affects the respiratory system of your body.

It causes stiffness between the ribs and spine which prevents your chest from expanding and further make it hard to breathe, officials reported.  

There could also be a trouble of chest pain from scar tissue around your rib joints.

Some people also develop scarring or fibrosis at the top of their lungs.

Stomach and bowel problems

There are certain stomach and bowel problems caused by AS.

People can often experience inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract and bowels either before the onset of joint symptoms or during the occurrence of this disease.

This can lead to stomach pain, diarrhea, and digestive problems.

It can also cause ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease in some cases.

Overall health

AS can have effects on the overall health of the patient.

People with AS suffer from fatigue which is a major concern. Sleep disrupted by pain can be a contributing factor of fatigue. Healthy lifestyle choices will help keep you in overall good health.

Inflammation caused due to AS may spread to the joints and cartilage in your ribcage. Over time, the bones in your ribcage may club, making it difficult or painful to breathe.

AS can also affect the jawbones and could lead to problems with eating and drinking.

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Depression and Anxiety Difference: How To Identify And Treat Coexisting Symptoms

Depression and anxiety are the two faces of the same coin. These are two different conditions, but they commonly occur together. Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health concerns in our society. When you are under any kind of stress, it’s normal to feel anxious, and this anxiety then somehow leads to depression. Anxiety may occur as a symptom of depression. A recent study has found that half of the people with either anxiety or depression have the other condition.

Each condition has its own causes but they may share similar symptoms and treatments. These similar treatments and symptoms are listed below -

What are the symptoms of both anxiety and depression?

Symptoms of Depression

 Depressed mood

 Lack of interest in enjoyable activities

 Increase or decrease in appetite

 Lack of concentration

 Insomnia or hypersomnia

 Slowing of movement

 Lack of energy

 Feelings of guilt or worthlessness

 Trouble concentrating

 Suicidal thoughts or behaviors.

Symptoms of Anxiety Disorder

excessive worry

restlessness

being easily fatigued

trouble concentrating

irritability

grinding teeth

sleep disturbance

Muscle tension

How to know that both Anxiety and Depression Are Present?

There are various traits that may confirm the presence of both anxiety disorder and depression include:

Prolonged worries or fears that prevail for long.

Fatigue, headaches, rapid heartbeat, labored breathing, etc.

Difficulty in sleeping patterns or insomnia.

Eating either too much or too little.

Trouble in concentrating, or focussing on a thing.

Constant feelings of sadness or worthlessness

Feelings of losing self-respect.

Loss of interest in activities or hobbies

Inability to relax and live in the moment

Suffering from panic attacks, including the sense of losing inner control

Common causes of both depression and anxiety -

Depression and anxiety may share some common causes. These might include:

Genetics

Stress

Brain chemistry

Medical conditions

Any kind of trauma

Differences in the symptoms of anxiety and depression -

Despite having similar symptoms, anxiety and depression can have various differences as well. These differences are listed below -  

People experiencing anxiety may have a tendency to focus on the negative aspects of a problem, or any thought whereas depression does not tend to be associated with attention bias.

People experiencing anxiety have a tendency to think about what may happen to them in the future, on the contrary, those suffering from depression always think about what is currently happening in their life or what has happened to them in the past.

A person suffering from depression is more likely to focus on negative memories and thoughts, but the anxious behavior is not associated with a negative memory bias.

Differences in Physical Features include the following -

The physical state of anxiety can be recognized as follows- 1.    Muscle tension 2.    Dizziness 3.    Increased heart rate, blood pressure, sweating 4.    Shortness of breath 5.    Difficulty falling or staying asleep due to racing thoughts or other physical symptoms 6.    Difficulty concentrating due to state of agitation or racing thoughts

Depression is characterized by changes in physical processes such as:

1.    Loss of appetite or a significant increase in appetite 2.    Lack of energy 3.    Physical achiness without cause 4.    Moving slowly than usual 5.    Sleeping much more or much less than regular. 6.    Difficulty with concentration, focus, and memory due to waste thought processes.

Treatment of both coexisting symptoms

A formal treatment plan from your doctor is always necessary for any kind of disease or condition, but along with the treatment plans from your doctor, there are various strategies as well that are helpful in curbing both these conditions naturally. These strategies may help you find relief from symptoms.

 Antidepressant medications and therapies – There are various treatments and therapies available in ayurveda that acts as antidepressants such as Nidana Parivarjana, Shodhana Chikitsa, Snehapana (Internal oleation), and Virechana Therapy.

 Physical activity – Any kind of physical activity or meditation is quite beneficial in treating depression and anxiety. This can be very helpful for both disorders. Physical activity causes feel-good chemicals to be released in the body. This aids in relaxation and feeling of well-being.

Relaxation techniques – This typically involves meditation or mindfulness. These techniques can often help to remedy both disorders and improve the quality of life.

 You should often talk to your doctors and counselors, and family about your health problems.

 You should also join a support group for depression, anxiety, or any chronic disease you have. This can be really supportive in seminars and groups led by professionals, as others suffering from the disease are also there in these groups.

 Avoid alcohol and drugs. They can make depression and anxiety worse.

 Reduce emotional distress by taking care of your day to day routine.

Herbs and supplements

Various studies have proved that there are multiple benefits of several herbs and supplements in treating anxiety and depression. Some commonly used herbs include-

Kava-kava

Lavender oil

Chamomile

Valerian extract

Tips and lifestyle changes  

Lifestyle changes, such as improving sleep habits, increasing social support, using stress-reduction therapies or practicing regular exercise, also helps. If you are dealing with any of the conditions, you should avoid alcohol, smoking, and recreational drugs.

You can also try these tips -

Take a break- You should try to separate yourself from your problem to give a brief break.

Take deep breaths- Inhaling and exhaling slowly may help you to start feeling peaceful.

Slowly count- Slowly counting to 10 may help a person calm down.

Talk to a faithful person- If you are feeling anxious, talk to someone you have faith in, which may help.

Ayurvedic medications and therapies

There are several types of medication that are useful in treating coexisting depression, and anxiety. These medications are listed below - •    Ayurvedic therapies and treatments – 1.    Nidana Parivarjana – According to ayurveda, the treatment of Depression can be done with the help of this therapy. Various allopathic medicines like the use of steroids, pain killers, etc. have to be avoided. 2.    Shodhana Chikitsa (Bio-cleansing therapies) 3.     Snehapana (Internal oleation) – This therapy is also done as depression treatment with the help of various ayurvedic herbal oils. 4.    Virechana Therapy This therapy is done with herbal medications in half a glass of lukewarm milk before sleeping in the night is recommended to depression patients. •    Ayurvedic Home remedies – There are certain home remedies according to ayurveda that can be used to treat depression and anxiety - 1.    Endurance exercises should be tried. 2.    Take Ginger tea twice a day. 3.    Try herbal ghee nasal drops, twice a day 5 drops in each nostril. 4.    Rub coconut oil onto your scalp, just before bedtime. 5.    Drink herbal Ginko tea once or twice a day. 6.    Meditation helps in treating depression and anxiety, even as little as a few minutes a day can be very helpful.

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Different Types Of Depression And Their Respective Natural Treatments

Depression is a common mood disorder prevailing these days. This is a mood disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. Despite the prevalence of depression, many people are unaware of the fact that there are many different types of this disorder and that they can have many different symptoms other than simply feeling sad. There are many different types of depression, some of which are caused by any kind of trauma or event in your life, and others by chemical changes in the brain. Here are some common forms of depression.

These Different Types of Depression are Listed Below -

1. Major Depression-Major depressive disorder, or unipolar depression, is characterized by a constant feeling of sadness or a lack of interest in external activities. This classic depression type is a state where a bad mood is capable of consuming and you may lose interest in activities. The major symptoms of this type include disturbances in sleeping patterns, changes in appetite or loss of weight, energy, and feeling worthless.  

2. Persistent Depressive Disorder-Persistent depressive disorder or Dysthymia is a long-term type of depression that may last for years and can interfere with your daily life. The symptoms include feelings of sadness, loss of interest in activities, irritability, and feelings of guilt, etc.

3. Bipolar Disorder- Bipolar depression is a type of depression that occurs when the person experiences depressive episodes. This disorder can cause various mood swings to the person. In this type, you may have to go through periods of unusually high energy or activity. The symptoms are quite uncommon from the depression symptoms such as- high self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, activity at higher speed, and feelings of Hopelessness. 4. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)- Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression related to the change of season. If you experience depression, sleepiness, and weight gain during the winter months but feel perfectly fine in spring, you may have a condition known as a seasonal affective disorder, currently called major depressive disorder with a seasonal pattern.

The symptoms of SAD include - heaviness in arms and legs, frequent oversleeping, and Cravings for carbohydrates. Light therapy is a natural treatment that can help in treating this SAD. For this, you'll need to sit in front of a special bright lightbox for about 15-30 minutes each day. 5. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) – This is a type of anxiety disorder. It may lead to the feeling of unwanted and continuous thoughts, urges, and fears. These cause you to do repeated behaviors or things that you hope will ease the stress. For example, cleaning the tidy places, again and again, will somehow make you feel relaxed. Depression types that are unique to women Although women are at higher risk for general depression, they are also at risk for two different depression types that are influenced by reproductive hormones—perinatal depression and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

6. Peripartum Depression or Perinatal depression- This type of depression includes various depressive episodes that occur during pregnancy or in the few months after delivery that is also known as postpartum depression. Its symptoms are more severe and longer-lasting. Signs and symptoms of PPD include Low mood, feelings of sadness, mood swings, trouble in bonding with your baby, Appetite changes, Feeling helpless, and hopeless.

7. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) – This type of depression is quite common in women and is a hormone-based mood disorder. It can occur during the second half of the menstrual cycle and is called Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder. The core symptoms of PMDD are depressed mood and anxiety, few behavioral and physical symptoms also occur. The symptoms of PMDD may include fatigue, Feeling sad, hopeless, or anxiety, Mood swings, irritability, and increased appetite.

Natural Treatments for Depression

Some Natural Treatment for Depression are:-

1. Get exercise regularly- If you are suffering from depression, it is time to focus on both your mental and physical health. The mind-body connection plays a key role in depression. Being in depression it is very difficult sometimes to get up and move to places. But getting up and moving can have some major positive effects on your mental state. Exercising releases various hormones into the body, which helps you to relax and improve your mood. It also increases your body temperature, which can have a soothing effect on the central nervous system. You should make a habit to exercise regularly in order to curb depression. 2. Eat a healthy diet- Diet, exercise, and depression go hand in hand in case of maintaining mental and physical well-being. The basic diet to treat depression includes a low-fat diet, especially omega-3s, and folic acid.  You should also avoid alcohol and minimize caffeine use. People have a tendency to eat junk food or overeat while they are in grip of depression. Eating a healthy, balanced diet can do much to improve your mood. Chocolate has also been shown to make people happy. Omega-3 fatty acids can also lower cholesterol and improve cardiovascular health. Sources of omega-3s are walnuts, flaxseed.

3. Get plenty of sleep - Depression often worsens with the sleep disorders of your body. Therefore, getting plenty of high-quality sleep is necessary for both mental and physical health. People with insomnia have a high risk of worsening depression compared to those who sleep well. 4. Change your surroundings- If your surroundings are the reason for getting you down, then you must change them. You should rearrange the furniture in your room, open up the curtains for more sunlight, or often try repainting your room. You should do what you can to make your surroundings look new and exciting. You should also move outside and take a brisk walk, as Nature has a calming effect in creating a positive mood. Being exposed to sunlight also can increase productivity, health, and happiness. You should do something fun, like indulge in various activities that bring you joy. 5. Set goals – Being in a depressed phase, you feel yourself to be at the lowest point. Therefore at that point, you just need something to work toward to make yourself calm. You should set small targets and try to fulfil them, this will not only make you feel better but will also help in making yourself positive towards life. That’s why goals can be very valuable in overcoming depression. These goals or small targets can be as simple as going outside at least once a day or doing yoga every day. Such simple goals can help you get into a new routine

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Symptoms And Treatment Of Menorrhagia

Menorrhagia generally not measured as a disease. It is situation in female body when they have to suffer from heavy flow during menstrual at a definite period of time. During the reproductive age, the condition of menorrhagia is normal but it should keep in mind that heavy loss of blood may cause very harmful.

Causes for Menorrhagia

Ayurveda categorizes Menorrhagia in to the excess of Pitta Doshas in body with small Vata Dosha. Therefore, the causes according to it are as follows :

Digestive disorder : It includes improper diet and not enough water in body. If you continue to eat more and more without digesting the earlier food then you may have to suffer from digestive problems.

Sour and spicy food : All these types of food makes inner body hot and heat can be feeling at the upper part of the stomach.

Sexual activity : If a female do repeatedly sexual activities then she has to suffer from Menorrhagia.

Regular abortions : Women never wish to abort but some social animals who think females are their property will succeed in forcing a female to abort. Mainly abortions are done in girl child cases because everyone wants a boy rather than a girl.

Unhappiness : Female remains unhappy in their young age due to several rubbish reasons which directly affect their body. Early breakup of relation, jealousy from other women, false relationship, feeling alone and many other stupid reasons lead to unhappiness in females.

Day sleeping : Day sleeping should be avoided as it causes many diseases like digestive problems and hair loss and ultimately Menorrhagia.

Symptoms for Menorrhagia

There is several numbers of symptoms regarding Menorrhagia like constipation which is occurred due to digestive disorder, heavy loss of blood during periods, anemia, weakness in body, and the softness of breast will not be the same.

Treatment for Menorrhagia

According to the ayurveda for the natural treatment of menorrhagia, it is advised to females to keep their feet up by taking support while sleeping. Cold baths should be taken, physical stress will not be taken in any form, foods, drinks and eatables which keep our body cool should be advised to eat.

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A step towards recovery of depression through ayurveda treatment

When is the time to take a step forward for Depression treatment in Ayurveda?

Depression in general terms is a sense of feeling low and sad since few days. Some or the other times we undergo the situation of being low. However it is different than being in depression. As in case of depression, it is in continuation for say months and not just few days.

It is a belief that depression is a kind of trivial rather than not being a legitimate health condition. However it is definitely a wrong perception. Depression is not an illusion but a reality and therefore calls for a proper depression treatment. The best part here is that, there is appropriate Ayurveda support and treatments available that can give you complete recovery.

How to notify if you are having depression?

There are several ways by which this disease affects people and thus the symptoms vary. Few of them include hopelessness and sad feelings, lesser interest in things that you love doing previously, tearful feel etc. Other than this, many people also have the feeling of anxiety.

If we see the physical symptoms of depression then sleeping badly, constantly tired, no appetite, various aches etc. are the major ones.

However the complexity and severity of the symptoms may be different from person to person. The range of symptoms lies between low spirit at its minimum and suicidal feel at its most.

Symptoms for depression in brief to decide for better depression treatment in Ayurveda

Psychological symptoms :

Continuous sadness

Lesser self esteem

Guilt ridden feeling

Tearful feel

Helplessness

Difficulties to reach any decision

Suicidal thoughts

No motivation

Physical symptoms :

Speaking and moving slowly that normal

Variation in weight or appetite

Pains

Constipation

Lesser energy

Irregular sleep

Social Symptoms :

Fall in work efficiency

Being less involved in social events

Difficult situation in family and home

Depression Treatment in Ayurveda

The depression treatment in Ayurveda includes taking treatment, medications or both. The selection of form is on the discretion of ayurveda doctor who first examines your symptoms and thereafter recommends a suitable treatment.

For detailed information regarding depression treatment in Ayurveda contact below :

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Herbal And Ayurveda Treatment For Depression

What is Depression?

The neurological disorder, also known as Depression, is such a condition where a person loses all his interest over everything and becomes lethargy. In general, terms it is a sense of feeling low and sad for a few days. Some of the other times we undergo the situation of being low. However, it is different than being in depression. As in the case of depression, it is in continuation of say months and not just a few days.

Such a situation occurs when an individual fails a test or exam, loses his loved one, gets divorced or any other similar state. This disorder can last for many days or weeks or years. Depression is also known as Chittavsada in Ayurveda.

It is a belief that depression is a kind of trivial rather than not being a legitimate health condition. However, it is definitely a wrong perception. Depression is not an illusion but a reality and therefore calls for proper depression treatment. The best part here is that there is appropriate Ayurveda support and treatments available that can give you a complete recovery.

How to notify if you are having depression?

There are several ways by which this disease affects people and thus the symptoms vary. Few of them include hopelessness and sad feelings, lesser interest in things that you love doing previously, tearful feel, etc. Other than this, many people also have a feeling of anxiety.

If we see the physical symptoms of depression then sleeping badly, constantly tired, no appetite, various aches, etc. are the major ones.

However, the complexity and severity of the symptoms may be different from person to person. The range of symptoms lies between low spirits at its minimum and suicidal feel at its most.

Symptoms for Depression, in Brief, to Decide For Better Ayurvedic Treatment of Depression

Psychological symptoms :

Continuous sadness

Lesser self-esteem

Guilt-ridden feeling

Tearful feel

Helplessness

Difficulties to reach any decision

Suicidal thoughts

No motivation

Physical symptoms :

Speaking and moving slower than normal

Variation in weight or appetite

Pains

Constipation

Lesser energy

Irregular sleep

Social Symptoms :

Fall in work efficiency

Being less involved in social events

The difficult situation in family and home

Ayurvedic Treatment of Depression

Ayurvedic treatment of depression involves the use of many herbs. They are given below :

Ashwagandha or Withania somnifera: This plant can decrease or remove the bad thoughts that occur in the brain. It clears the depression and strengthens the mind.

Brahmi or Bacopa monnieri: It helps in mental relaxation. It is a kind of oil that has a soothing effect on the mind of an individual. The regular use of this oil relieves a person from the effects of depression. It is used in depression treatment in Ayurveda.

Cardamom or Elattaria cardamomum: Its odor soothes the nerves of the brain. Tea is prepared to put some cardamom in it which affects the brain miraculously.

Guggulu or Commiphora wightii: some chemicals known as v are found in it which strengthens the nervous conditions and therefore, it is beneficial in the ayurvedic treatment of depression

Jatamansi or Nardostachys jatamansi: the depressing thoughts are removed with the help of this as it calms down the nerves of the brain.

Turmeric or Curcuma longa: In the ayurvedic treatment of depression, turmeric is very used.

The ayurvedic treatment of depression includes taking treatment, medications or both. The selection of form is on the discretion of Ayurveda doctor who first examines your symptoms and thereafter recommends a suitable treatment.

Some other treatments of depression :

Avoid heavy, spicy, hot food. Fresh vegetables and fluids are advised to the patients.

Coffee and tea stimulate the nerves so, they should be taken occasionally.

Therapy for Depression

The stream of waterfalls on the center of the head of an individual which relieves the mind from negative thoughts. This is a very popular therapy known as Shirodhara. In another therapy abhyanga, oil massage is done which soothes the mind. Physicians advise the patient to perform yoga on a daily basis. Different types of Yoga are good in the ayurvedic treatment of depression.

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Asthma Treatment in Ayurveda

What is Asthma?

A disease which causes temporary blockage in the air passage due to inflammation and results in difficulty in breathing is called Asthma. It is also known as Bronchial Asthma.

Asthma Symptoms That You Should Know

Here are the top 10 Asthma signs and symptoms:

Coughing

Wheezing

Shortness of breath

Chest tightness

Recurrent breathing problem

Trouble sleeping

Being moody

Difficulty in exercising

Lung function inconsistency as per the peak flow meter

Blue lips or fingernails

What causes Asthma?

The reasons vary in Ayurveda and contemporary medication. In modern science, the reasons for Asthma are listed below:

Exercise

Dust particles, fumes and gases inhalation

Preserved food

Drugs

Allergens: 90% of the asthma patients suffer from allergic asthma, in which an asthma attack is triggered by some sort of allergy.

Cold weather or cold flu

Chest or throat trauma

Air irritants and strong odor

According to Ayurveda, the asthma causes are given below:

Diet: heavy or dry diet

Milk, curd

Non vegetarian food

Cold water intake

Salt excess

Cold and/or damp weather

Dust, smoke, cold air

Excessive sex

Activities

Occurrence rate of Asthma in children and adults

Much like other diseases, asthma patients are also on a rise. This can be contributed to the increasing level of air pollution. 1 in 13 people suffers from asthma. And adult females are more likely to have it than adult males. But it is more prevalent in children as compared to adults. According to the reports of 2015, 1 in 12 children had asthma. In India, an estimated of 15 to 20 million people are asthmatics.

Types of Asthma according to the two sciences

Clinical medicine classifies asthma in two sections:

Forced expiratory volume

Peak expiratory flow rate

Ayurveda has its own classifications and it has 4 major parts:

Maha shawasaa- It is induced by heavy breathing

Urdhava shawasaa- This includes prolonged upward breathing

China shawasaa- This occurs when breathing is interrupted

Tamak shawasaa- It is attributed to darkness behind eyes.

All you need to know about bronchial asthma treatment in Ayurveda

Both Ayurveda and modern medicine have many treatments for asthma but how to cure asthma and asthma treatment in ayurveda will be discussed in detail.

There are two therapies which are used for asthma cure. But each person’s sickness differs from another and hence all factors are taken into consideration before making the action plan for asthma treatment in ayurveda. The two methods are:

Purification Therapies

Oleation and Fomentation Procedures

Snehana or oleation therapy includes oil as a form of treatment. Massages are done for the external body with oils such as narayana oil, talispatra oil etc. Afterwards internal oleation takes place in which the patient has to intake the oils, the normally used oil is pure or medicated cow’s ghee as per the direction of asthma treatment in ayurveda.

As for fomentation procedure, also known as swedana, it includes sweating which is induced with the help of a steam box or panda sweda. In panda sweda, a combination of hot rice and some special herbs wrapped in a cloth are used on the body.

Therapeutic vomiting procedure

For asthma treatment in ayurveda, the therapy that can be used is therapeutic vomiting therapy which is also known as vamana. In this treatment of asthma, vomiting is induced for three consecutive days via light breakfast, emetic herb and cool water or milk. If done correctly, it does not cause any discomfort but it is not recommended for the weaker, elderly, cardiac or acutely ill people.

Herbal therapies

Herbal medicines are given to the patient once purification therapy has been completed. The various medicines that can be administered for asthma treatment in ayurveda are given below:

TYLOPHORA ASTHMATICA or TYLOPHORA INDICA

PICRORRHIZA KURROA

ALBIZZIA LEBBEK

ADHATODA VASICA

COLEUS FORSKHOLII

SOLANUM XANTHOCARPUM

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Bronchial Asthma Treatment in Ayurveda is the Best way to Heal this Disease.

Bronchial Asthma is the disease caused due to the deposition of cough in the passage of airflow in the human body. It is also named as tamak swasa. This ailment is generally caused due to stress, wheezing, depression, problem in breathing etc. There are several reasons behind this disease which are as follows :

Gathering of cough in airflow.

Excessive mucus formation.

Eating the food which is hard to digest.

Due to living in a cold atmosphere.

Excess intake of Kapha increasing foodstuff which makes lungs weak.

Bronchial asthma is experienced when a person feels difficulty in breathing, the breathing of the sufferer becomes fast and he also feels unconscious. Due to irritation in the throat, there are several sufferers who are not able to speak properly. Sweating is also a very common problem in this disease.

There are a number of ways for curing bronchial asthma but Ayurveda is the finest way to go with. So for the treatment of bronchial asthma in India, it is good to go with Ayurvedic treatment. With the help of Ayurvedic treatment the patients are able to kill the disease from the bottom of the root, as Ayurvedic medicines have a permanent solution for this disease.

Ayurvedic treatment of bronchial asthma is considered as the best way to treat this disease. So, the treatment of this disease initially focuses on the digestion of food as there are various harmful substances which cause the blockage in body. It can be easily cured by Herbal medicines which clean these blockages. Herbal medicines help in liquefying the cough. The repeated attacks on the body make the human body weak. So to cure them some pills acting as energy boosters are required for the physical strength of the body. It makes the respiration easy.

Some Points which is required to be considered for the bronchial asthma patient are :

The person should not get out in the dusty and smoky atmosphere.

Honey with warm water should be given to the patient.

Herbal tea is the best option for it.

Eat healthy and nourishing food to stop the mucus formation.

Heavy and junk foods should be avoided.

So, if you are looking for Ayurvedic treatment of bronchial asthma in India. Then Prakash Nethralaya and Panchkarma Kendra provide the best in class treatment as they are having an experienced team of expert doctors, who will assist you in a very reliable way.

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Ayurvedic Treatment of Eczema in India

Eczema is a very diverse form of skin disease which is basically found in children. It is also one of the skin diseases caused hereditary because of a parent to his child. In adults, this disease causes the chronic condition and thus the person has to live with this disease throughout his life. Eczema is known as the world's most common disease occurring in people nowadays.

Eczema is also known as "dermatitis". It is a condition of inflammation of the upper skin layers which are known as the epidermis. When scratched, it leaves red rashes behind on the skin. The treatment of Eczema is very difficult and long term in order to get permanent results.

There are many types of Eczema such as

Atopic Eczema: It is caused due to allergic reactions.

Allergic Contact Dermatitis: It is caused due to physical contact with the allergen.

Infantile and Adult Seborrhoeic Eczema.

Xerotic Eczema : It is caused due to constant dryness of the skin.

Gravitational Eczema: It is caused due to circulation problems.

Eczema is known as "Vicharchika" in Ayurveda. It is basically caused due to vitiation of three doshas:- vatta, pitta, Kapha. It happens due to an imbalance between the blood and the pitta.

Symptoms of Eczema

Vatta Dosha Type : The skin can be felt dry when the vitiation of the Vata dosha produces the Eczema followed by severe pain and itching problems in the infected area.

Pitta Dosha Type : It causes discharge from the affected area followed by burning and fever problems.

Kapha Dosha : It is shown by thick skin with itching and discharge problems.

Precautions and Prevention for Eczema

Olive oil added to water can help during bath time.

Avoid the use of spectacles, artificial jewelry, footwear, synthetic fibers, etc on the infected skin.

Avoid visiting dry and cold climate areas.

Extreme emotions such as shock or anger must be avoided.

Try to avoid woolens and blankets.

Never use too hot water for bathing.

The towel used after bath to dry the skin must be soft otherwise hard rubbing of the skin would cause the inflammation.

Thus, if you are suffering from this disease and are looking to get the best ayurvedic treatment of Eczema in India, then Prakash Nethralaya and Panchkarma Kendra would provide the best treatment of eczema in the most effective and permanent way.

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Get quick relief from Asthma with natural treatment.

Asthma is the most ordinary disorder in the present scenario. It is the diseases related to the exhalation and inhalation of the air and it affects the respiratory system of the human body on a timely basis. Persons, who are suffering from this disease or are asthmatic, face problems in breathing process after the workouts, in smoke. In this disease, the inside walls of airways are get swollen or inflamed. Due to the inflammation and swelling, the airways become too sensitive to irritations that lead to an increase in susceptibility to the sufferer.

Reasons for Asthma

The asthma triggers vary from person to person but there are some common triggers like indoor allergens, outdoor allergens, smoke and tobacco, air pollution, chimerical irritations at the workplace. Some other reasons may also be responsible for causing asthma-like cold air, too much emotional arousal such as physical exercise and anger or fear.

Most people consider that Asthma is an incurable disease. There are different ways of treatment like asthma treatment in homeopathy, asthma treatment in allopathic. But, For asthma natural treatment Ayurveda is the best procedure. With the ayurvedic treatment of asthma, you can get quick relief from asthma without any side effects.

What are the symptoms to detect Asthma?

The problem in the expiration and inspiration of air.

Start stammering suddenly while talking.

Flaring sensation into the nostrils can also be counted as a symptom of asthma.

Wheezing (a squeaky or whistling sound in the chest while breathing)

Chest tightness

Coughing in the night hours.

Any symptom of asthma can be proved deadly if the treatment is not taken at the right time. To get the quick, side effect free and natural asthma treatment in India go for the ayurvedic treatment.

Ayurveda and Asthma

Ayurveda is the oldest treatment procedure available in India. All the herbs and medicines used in the treatment are natural and safe. There are certain kinds of therapies that are known as Panchkarma also given under the Ayurveda. By the asthma natural treatment in Ayurveda, you can overcome asthma effectively and very efficiently. Prakash Nethralya and Panchkarma Kendra is the premier ayurvedic hospital in India. The large team of professional doctors serving here since 2004 and solved many cases associated with eye diseases and general diseases. Ayurveda and Prakash Nethralaya are not in favor of surgeries. Dr. Dinesh the reputed Ayurveda specialist solved numerous cases with his expert team.

Why Prakash Nethralya and Panchkarma Kendra only?

We provide 100% satisfaction with the result assurance our vision is just to provide authentic ayurvedic treatment and quick relief from asthma. For the last many years we are serving all those who are in need of authentic as well as cheap and affordable treatment.

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Age Related Macular Degeneration Treatment, Home Remedies & Preventions

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD or ARMD) is an eye disease in which macula gets deteriorated and the person with age 50 or older loses its central vision gradually. Age-Related Macular Degeneration Treatment in Ayurveda prevents the progression of the disease without eye injections and surgeries. Natural AMD Treatment includes various Ayurvedic Therapies and Ayurvedic Medicines which are discussed below.

In order to get rid of Age-Related Macular Degeneration, read below about Ayurvedic Treatment for AMD.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration Treatment

Ayurveda advocates certain therapies and practices in order to get rid of age related macular degeneration. Some of the methods for age related macular degeneration treatment:

Virechana (Therapeutic Purgation) – One of the best method for amd treatment in ayurveda is virechana, which is done with the administration of medicines after internal and external oleation. This helps in removing toxins from the body and bring equilibrium of the doshas especially Pitta.

Nasya (Nasal Medication) – It is a procedure in which medicated oil, or fresh juice of herbs, is instilled inside the nostrils after oleation and fomentation of the face and neck. Anu oil is commonly used for Nasya.

Netra Dhara (Eyewash) – The age related macular degeneration treatment also includes netra dhara. The procedure of pouring thin streams of herbal fluids over the closed eye from a height of 4 finger breath is Netra Dhara. This procedure is carried out during the day.

Bidalaka or Lepa (Application of Herbal Paste) – Simple application of herbal paste on the skin surface of the eyelids, is called Bidalaka or Lepa. It can be done with a paste of Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa), Nimba/neem (Azadirachta indica), Shigru (Moringa olifera), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Eranda (Riccinus communis) depending upon the doshas vitiated.

Netra Tarpana (Eye Rejuvenation) – This age related macular degeneration treatment includes the warm medicated ghee which is then poured into the eyes and retained inside an herbal paste boundary. Ghee is cool, hence helps mitigate Vata and Pitta doshas.

Shiro Lepa/Tala Dharana (Application of Herbal Pastes on the Vertex) – Common herbal paste used are Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis), Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), Kachoradi churna is applied on the vertex of the eye according to the type of disorder.

Taila Shirodhara (for Dry AMD) – In this process lukewarm medicated oil (Sesame oil medicated with herbs like Brahmi, Shankhapushpi, Yashtimadhu, Chandana, etc.) is poured over the forehead in a rhythmic manner from a perforated pot suspended above forehead.

Takradhara (for Wet AMD) – The age related macular degeneration treatment Takradhara also. In this therapy, lukewarm medicated buttermilk (medicated with Amalaki and other herbs) is poured over the forehead in a rhythmic manner just like in Shirodhara.

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Home Remedies for AMD

Vitamin A should be included more in your diet. Eat fruits and vegetables that have a deep orange or yellow colors such as carrots, winter squash, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, apricots, peaches, cantaloupe, oranges, papayas, and mangoes.

Non-vegetarian foods, like eggs, liver, and fish are also good for eye health.

Green leafy vegetables- kale, beet greens, Swiss chard, coriander, spinach, mustard, and collard greens, help to improve the vision.

Include antioxidants like lemon and berries in your diet.

Triphala, an ayurvedic medication is extremely beneficial for eyes.

Rub your eyes for 30 minutes gently in a regular interval of time in order to relax them.

Avoid sitting near the TV and computer for a longer period of time.

Preventions and Lifestyle Changes for AMD

Splash plain water in the eyes every hour.

Avoid watching television, using the computer or reading continuously for long periods of time.

Avoid improper postures while using the computer, watching TV or reading.

Avoid straining the eyes to read small letters.

Go to sleep by 10 pm. Get a sound sleep of 7 hours.

Palming is an excellent way to give the eyes some rest when they are over-strained

Placing cooling cotton pads dipped in rose water, aloe vera, cilantro, or cucumber juices over the eyes is beneficial.

The application of sandalwood powder and water on the forehead can soothe eye strain.

Avoid smoking and exercise regularly.

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Understand Age Related Macular Degeneration

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD or ARMD) is an eye disease in which macula gets deteriorated and the person with age 50 or older loses its central vision gradually.

What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)?

Age related macular degeneration is a common eye condition having a problem with your eye’s retina. It happens usually when a part of the retina called the macula is deteriorated. With AMD person cannot see fine details, whether you are looking at something close or far. With AMD you lose your central vision. But your peripheral side vision will still be normal. It is a cause of vision loss among people age 50 and older. As AMD progresses, a blurred area near the center of vision is a common symptom. Researchers also have estimated that approximately 5 percent of blindness globally is due to AMD. Now the age related macular degeneration treatment in ayurveda.

Types of AMD

Dry AMD - It is a quite common type. About 80% of people who suffer from AMD have the dry form. It occurs when parts of the macula get thinner with age and tiny spots of protein grow. You slowly lose central vision. It is an early stage of the disease. However, visual impairment from dry AMD can continue to progress year after year, eventually leading to significant vision loss.

Wet AMD - This type is less common but much more severe. This type occurs when the new, abnormal blood vessels grow under the retina. These vessels may leak blood or other fluids, causing scarring of the macula. The person may lose vision faster with wet AMD than with dry AMD.

Causes of AMD

Though the age related macular degeneration causes are not much clear but are associated with aging, studies suggest there also is a genetic component related to the disease.

The complement factor H (CFH), gene deficiency is associated with almost half of all potentially blinding cases of macular degeneration, research proves.

Another research has shown that various cells in the retina produce a type of protein called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which enhances the growth of new blood vessels in the retina, this is another cause of age related macular degeneration causes as too much VEGF in the eye causes the development of unwanted blood vessels in the retina that easily break open and bleed, damaging the macula and surrounding retina.

Risk Factors

Aging is a primary risk factor for AMD. Each decade of life after age 40 significantly increases one’s risk for the disease.

Heredity- Specific variants of different genes are present in most people who have macular degeneration. Family history and Genetics plays a great role in acquiring AMD. People with a family history of AMD are at higher risk.

Smoking. Smoking is another major risk factor for AMD.

Obesity Researchers have found that people with dry AMD who were also obese had more than double the risk of developing advanced macular degeneration, compared with people of normal body weight.

Inactivity. People with dry AMD who perform the vigorous activity at least three times weekly reduced their risk of developing advanced AMD, compared with people with dry AMD who were sedentary.

Spending too much time in the sun can also increase the risk factor for AMD.

Signs and Symptoms of AMD

Age related macular degeneration symptom includes a slow, painless loss of vision.

Early age related macular degeneration symptoms include shadowy areas in your central vision or unusually distorted spots that affect only the central portion of your field of vision.

If your eye doctor detects some defect in your central vision, such as distortion or blurriness, he or she may order special imaging tests to examine the retinal blood vessels surrounding the macula.

Dark, blurry areas or whiteout that appears in the center of your vision.

Words in a book or newspaper may become blurred.

Colors appear less bright.

Difficulty in recognizing the faces.

One specific age related macular degeneration symptom is visual distortion. Typically, straight lines appear wavy or crooked.

Visual hallucinations are one of the common age related macular degeneration symptoms in people with severe visual loss of any cause.

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Diagnosis of AMD

Various comprehensive dilated eye exams can detect AMD. The eye exam may include the following:

Visual acuity test - This eye chart measures how well a patient sees at distances.

Dilated eye exam - The doctor places drops in your eyes to widen or dilate the pupils. This provides a better view of the back of your eye. Then, using a special magnifying lens, he or she then looks at your retina and optic nerve for signs of AMD and other eye problems.

Amsler grid - The doctor also may ask you to look at an Amsler grid. Changes in your central vision may cause the lines in the grid to disappear or appear wavy, a sign of AMD.

Optical coherence tomography - OCT is similar to ultrasound, except that it uses light waves, and can achieve very high-resolution images of any tissues that can be penetrated by light, such as the eyes.

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Ankylosing Spondylitis and Eye Inflammation: What You Should Know

Ankylosing spondylitis or AS is a type of inflammatory disease. This disease also refers to severe stiffness and inflammation in the spine. It causes aching and pain around the spine and pelvis. While Ankylosing spondylitis is common in the spine and large joints, it may also occur in other areas of the body, such as the eyes, in this case, it is known as Uveitis. Near about 40-50 percent of people with AS develop eye inflammation or uveitis. The prevalence of ankylosing spondylitis is most common in men 17-35 years of age. Moreover in women, the symptoms of this disorder often appear during pregnancy for the first time. Uveitis is an inflammation of the front part of the eye called the uvea, including the iris and ciliary body. The cause of uveitis is unknown, however, the immune response associated with ankylosing spondylitis that causes the spinal problems are most likely similar to the inflammation seen with uveitis. There are several other causes of uveitis as well, but this disease has more chances to occur when ankylosing spondylitis is present.

Why does eye inflammation (uveitis) develop?

AS is an elemental disease, which means it may impact multiple areas of the body and cause widespread inflammation. The main causative factor considered for this disease is the HLA-B27 gene, as it is proved that this gene is present in many people who have ankylosing spondylitis.

Other conditions that share the gene include inflammatory bowel disease and reactive arthritis. Uveitis proves to be the first sign that you have when a systemic condition such as AS pertains. Uveitis may also occur independently of other inflammatory conditions.

How are ankylosing spondylitis related Eye Problems Treated and Diagnosed? The diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis is made on the basis of the patient’s history, a physical examination, X-ray films, and laboratory tests.

A cure for ankylosing spondylitis does not currently exist in allopathy; however, effective treatment options can relieve pain and improve a person's condition. The general approach to treatment includes medication, physical therapy, and ayurvedic therapies. The major Ayurveda procedures which are done for the permanent treatment of uveitis in Ayurveda are Snehapana, Abhyanga & Swedana, Virechana, Nasya, Netradhara, Anjana & Aschyotana, Thakradhara and Tharpana

What Are the Symptoms of Anterior Uveitis?

Uveitis usually impacts one eye at a time, although it can develop in both the eyes. It may happen suddenly and become severe at a faster pace of time, or it can develop slowly and worsen over several weeks. The most common symptom of uveitis is redness in the front of the eye. Other symptoms of uveitis may include eye redness, photophobia or light sensitivity, pain in the eye, and blurred, cloudy vision. There also occurs a discharge from the eyes which is quite uncommon. The pain in the eye is deep which is made worse by being in contact with bright light. The symptoms usually develop over a few hours.

Diagnosis of uveitis

The primary step in the diagnosis of Uveitis is reviewing your medical history and a complete eye check-up. There are various tests to diagnose uveitis such as -

Eye chart test- This test is done to determine if your vision has declined or not. Fundoscopic exam- or ophthalmoscopy is performed to examine the back of the eye Ocular pressure test -  to measure the pressure of the eye. A slit lamp exam to examine the complete eye, including the blood vessels of your eye. Imaging tests, such as an X-ray or MRI, to view your joints and bones. In rare cases, the doctor may also perform a blood test to check for the HLA-B27 gene.

How is eye inflammation or Uveitis Treated-?

The uveitis can be treated very efficiently with the help of Ayurveda. There are various ayurvedic medicines and therapies that help in curing eye inflammation or uveitis. According to Ayurveda, the uveitis is caused by an imbalance in Vata and pitta dosha. This imbalance in Vata and pitta doshas can be caused by various factors such as an Imbalanced lifestyle, materialistic targets in life, disdain for life goals, eating habits, and disturbed sleeping patterns that work together to decrease the immunity of the cells. Therefore to cure this imbalance in these Vata and pitta doshas and to provide relief to your body from the cellular stress, a complete toxicity removal process is required for the body. This is done with the help of various ayurvedic and Panchakarma therapies.   The major Ayurveda therapies which are helpful in treating the eye inflammation being done in an Ayurvedic eye hospital are as follows:  Snehapana, Abhyanga, Swedana, Virechana, Nasya, Netradhara, Anjana & Aschyotana, Thakradhara, and Tharpana.

Preventions to protect Your Eyes from eye inflammation or Uveitis

Uveitis or AS can be treated at home with some minor home remedies such as – An annual eye exam is a must, and if you have been diagnosed with uveitis, you may need to see an eye specialist more frequently. You should wear protective eyewear or glasses when you’re playing or moving outside.Wear sunglasses that are designed for blocking the ultraviolet rays on sunny days.A break for your eyes is a must - While performing closeup tasks with the monitor or screen, for a long time, give your eyes a 20-second rest by looking 20 feet in the distance.