Psychogenic pseudo-myasthenic ptosis – management with ayurvedic medicines and Smriti meditation

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mukesh Edavalath ◽  
Satheesh Kottil ◽  
Febin Hameed
Keyword(s):  
Epileptic Seizures ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Treatment Protocols ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Ocular Myasthenia ◽  
Prolonged Time ◽  
Health And Disease ◽  
Ayurvedic Treatment ◽  
Functional Neurological Symptoms

Abstract Objectives Patients presenting with functional neurological symptoms like non-epileptic seizures and weakness have an underlying psychological component and tend to persist for a prolonged time, despite repeated evaluations and interventions. Ayurveda, with its holistic approach to health and disease, can provide better management for such disorders, in the form of customized treatment protocols and unique methods of psychotherapy. Case presentation The patient presented with drooping of both eyelids, initially diagnosed as ocular myasthenia, and later found to have psychogenic pseudo-myasthenic ptosis. She was evaluated based on ayurvedic parameters and managed successfully with ayurvedic treatment modalities of sodhana (dosha elimination), samana (pacifying), and a novel psychotherapy technique of Smriti meditation. Conclusions A holistic approach to the patient, as expounded by Ayurveda, is vital in evaluating and managing functional neurological complaints. Smriti meditation, in combination with selected ayurvedic medicines, is effective in managing psychosomatic manifestations as demonstrated in the present case.

scholarly journals HOLISTIC APPROACH OF AYURVEDA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF EKA-KUSHTHA W. S. R. TO PSORIASIS - A CASE STUDY

AYUSHDHARA ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 3245-3251
Author(s):  
Vijay P. Shingade ◽  
Jasminbegam B. Momin
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
The Body ◽  
Modern World ◽  
Who Guidelines ◽  
Morbid Condition ◽  
Treatment Protocols ◽  
Ayurvedic Treatment ◽  
Present Case Study

Skin is the largest organ which reflects the both healthy and diseased condition of the body. According to ancient Ayurved samhitas, all the skin diseases are categorized under Kushtha roga. In modern world, skin has greater cosmetic importance leading to boost the confidence and personality of an individual as well as to attain the healthy mindset. The morbid condition of the skin should be treated earlier as it may attain Krichrasadhya or even Asadhya avastha also. Ancient Acharyas have been explained in detail the Panchakarma accompanying with variety of Shamana aushadhis and Sthanika chikitsa to treat the Kushtha rogas. In the present case study, a 37 years old female patient having symptoms resembling to Eka kushtha was treated with combine use of ancient Ayurvedic treatment protocols viz., Nidana parivarjana, Shodhana chikitsa, Shamana aushadhis and Sthanika chikitsa together with Pathyapathya. The assessment of Lakshanas was done by using WHO guidelines for Kushtha. This comprehensive approach of Ayurveda to treat the Eka kushtha helps to achieve the significant relief in symptoms of the patient.

A Holistic Approach to Phimosis in Children

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajendra Paliwal ◽  
Rashmi Pareek
Keyword(s):  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Urinary Tract Infections ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Local Application ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Recurrent Attack ◽  
New Born ◽  
Tract Infections

Phimosis is described as condition in which prepuce or foreskin of glans penis is not retracted backwards resulting in poor narrowed stream of urine during micturition causing ballooning of prepuce along with recurrent attacks of balanoposthitis and Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs). Majority of new born boys do have non-retractile foreskin called as Physiological Phimosis. In Ayurveda phimosis is described as Nirudhaprakasha. Physiological phimosis usually does not require any kind of treatment as it resolve spontaneously within first couple of years mostly taking 3 to 6 years after which measures are considered to correct it surgically. Pathological phimosis is condition in which prepuce get adhered to glans secondary to adhesions or scarring made because of infection, inflammation or trauma. Pathological phimosis and physiological phimosis with recurrent attack of balanoposthitis and UTIs do require treatment. There are several treatment modalities are available according to severity of adhesions such as local application of steroid cream or oil, manual retraction, dilatation and Circumcision. In this review article we assess the various treatment modalities available in Ayurveda and contemporary medical science for better management of Phimosis.

scholarly journals Nasal Sinus Tract of Odontogenic Origin: Report of a Case

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Sagar Sareen ◽  
Anjani Kumar Pathak ◽  
Parth Purwar ◽  
Jaya Dixit ◽  
Divya Singhal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Health Care Research ◽  
Sinus Tract ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Diagnostic Challenge ◽  
Nasal Sinus ◽  
Comprehensive Management ◽  
Odontogenic Origin ◽  
The Right

Extraoral sinus tract often poses a diagnostic challenge to the clinician owing to its rare occurrence and absence of symptoms. The accurate diagnosis and comprehensive management are inevitable as the aetiology of such lesions is often masked and requires holistic approach. The present case report encompasses the management of an extraoral discharging sinus tract at the base of the right nostril in a chronic smoker. The lesion which was earlier diagnosed to be of nonodontogenic origin persisted even after erratic treatment modalities. Our investigations showed the aetiology of sinus tract to be odontogenic. Initially, a five-step program as recommended by the Agency for Health Care Research and Quality was used for smoking cessation followed by root canal therapy (RCT) and surgical management of the sinus tract. The patient has been under stringent follow-up and no reoccurrence has been noted.

Efficacy of Different Treatment Modalities for Eye Cancer in Bovines

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Prasanna Lakshmi ◽  
P. Veena ◽  
R.V. Suresh Kumar ◽  
D. Rani Prameela ◽  
K. Jagan Mohan Reddy
Keyword(s):  
Squamous Cell Carcinoma ◽  
Growth Factor ◽  
Cell Carcinoma ◽  
Squamous Cell ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Growth Factor Receptor ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Treatment Protocols ◽  
Hereditary Factors

Background: Bovine ocular squamous cell carcinoma also called cancer eye, represents the most economically important neoplasm in large animals. Hereditary factors, environmental factors (e.g: latitude, altitude, exposure to sunlight), lack of eyelid pigmentation, age and dietary habits have all been reported to play a role in the etiopathogenesis of bovine ocular squamous cell carcinoma. In addition, in cattle the etiology has been linked to a number of viral agents, especially bovine papilloma virus and bovine herpes virus type 1 and 5. Nevertheless, ultraviolet light, viruses and circumocular pigmentation are the major epidemiologic risk factors for the development of the tumor. The efficacy of different treatment modalities for eye cancer in bovines was studied.Methods: All the animals were divided in to four groups of six animals each. Surgical excision, intra lesion BCG vaccine, surgery with auto vaccine and surgery with mitomycin was the treatment protocols followed. Immunohistochemical studies were conducted to know the rate of proliferation of bovine ye cancer. Immunopositive reaction was observed against Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor and Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor in all the cases.Result: The benefits of different treatment modalities depended on nature, type, location and extensiveness of tumor. Early detection and aggressive treatment were essential in the successful management of these tumors. A multimodal treatment approach was recommended with surgery, immunotherapy and chemotherapy in providing 100% disease free interval.

scholarly journals Case Presentation: Unusual Association Between Possible Bilateral Intraventricular Xanthogranulomas, Postero-inferior Cerebellar Artery Aneurysm and Thrombophilia

2018 ◽  
Vol 64 (4) ◽  
pp. 173-176
Author(s):  
Sebastian Razvan Andone ◽  
Andreea Romaniuc ◽  
Zoltan Bajko ◽  
Smaranda Maier ◽  
Laura Barcutean ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Choroid Plexus ◽  
Metabolic Diseases ◽  
Artery Aneurysm ◽  
Epileptic Seizures ◽  
Mthfr C677t ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
High Cholesterol Level ◽  
Cerebellar Artery ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mri

AbstractIntroduction: Xanthogranulomas are rare, benign, usually asymptomatic, cutaneous tumors most frequently seen in children (juvenile xanthogranulomas). Some lesions can be found accidentally at randomly performed cerebral computer tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or even on autopsy.Case report: We present the case of a 44 year-old woman, known with a thrombophilic disorder (PAI-1 gene mutation, MTHFR C677T and A1298C) on chronic anticoagulant treatment. The onset of symptoms was in 2010, when she presented paresthesia and lower limbs weakness. Two years later the patient presents with severe intermittent headache and left hemicrania and a cerebral angio-MRI is performed showing a left postero-inferior cerebellar artery aneurysm and two choroid plexus intraventricular masses in the lateral ventricles. The patient developed a new symptom, dysarthria in 2014 and in 2015 has multiple episodes of loss of consciousness, interpreted as epileptic seizures. Routine blood tests were within normal range, except for a high cholesterol level. The patient was tested for autoimmune, infectious, endocrine and metabolic diseases that were negative. Surgical treatment and biopsy from the lesion was proposed, however the patient refused both procedures.Conclusions: There is an association between xanthogranulomas localization and the choroid plexus, the most frequent CNS origin being in the trigon of the lateral ventricle. Our case does not resemble with any other case published, mostly because the unusual presentation, symptomatology and the association between xanthogranulomas, thrombophilia and postero-inferior cerebellar artery aneurysm which were never reported before in other cases of xanthogranulomas from the literature.

scholarly journals Surgical treatment of drug resistant epilepsy in Sturge-Weber syndrome: review of the literature and clinical case presentation

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-62
Author(s):  
G. S. Ibatova ◽  
S. K. Akshulakov ◽  
S. M. Malyshev ◽  
R. G. Khachatryan ◽  
T. M. Alekseeva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Treatment ◽  
Medical Records ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Epileptic Seizures ◽  
Positive Outcomes ◽  
Class Iii ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Weber Syndrome ◽  
Sturge Weber Syndrome ◽  
Drug Resistant Epilepsy

The paper addresses the relatively rare inherited neurodermal disorder – Sturge-Weber syndrome that can manifest in epileptic seizures. We describe updated concepts, epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and surgical treatment of the disease. We examined medical records of 21 patients (aged from 1 to 11 years) with Sturge-Weber syndrome treated over the period of 1996-2016. After surgical treatment of 10 patients (five cases with hemispheretomy and five – with multifocal resection), positive outcomes (Engel class I, II) were found in 70% of cases, and negative (Engel class III, IV) – in 20% of cases. Оne child suddenly died during epileptic seizures. In non-operated children (age from 2 to 5 years) under our observation, an improvement was noted in six cases, no changes – in three cases, and a further progression of the disease – in three cases. In this article, we analyze two of these cases in detail.

scholarly journals Targeting Atherosclerotic Plaque in Avicenna’s View

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Sima Sadrai ◽  
Maryam Yakhchali ◽  
Mahdi Alizadeh Vaghasloo ◽  
Mehran Mirabzadeh Ardakani ◽  
Mahdi Vazirian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Atherosclerotic Plaque ◽  
Lifestyle Modification ◽  
Conventional Medicine ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Public Access ◽  
Historical Background ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Alternative Medicines

Objective: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) including atherosclerosis is currently the most common cause of death in the world. Atherosclerosis can be treated by a vast variety of modalities: from lifestyle modification to invasive open surgical bypass procedures. Regarding the limitations of conventional medicine, worldwide attention to complementary and alternative medicines has increased because of their holistic approach, lower cost and better public access. In this move towards Integrative Medicine -besides other traditional schools of medicine-Persian Medicine (PM) with its long historical background should be considered as a suitable source for research. Method: In this study we investigated major traditional literature of PM, Avicenna’s “Al-Qanun fi al-Tibb” [The Canon of medicine], to find suitable treatment modalities of atherosclerosis in comparison to conventional methods. Result: In the quest for a concept close to atherosclerosis, “sodde” (meaning obstruction) seems to be equal to atherosclerosis and “Mofattehaat” as opener drugs with different types including “Mohallelaat” (dissolvers) and “Moghatteaat” (cutting agents) have been recommended to remove the obstructing materials. Recent studies indicate that many of the medicinal herbs which were introduced as opener drugs by Avicenna have potential pharmacological effects on managing atherosclerosis. Conclusion: Scientific evidence confirm the efficacy of traditional herbs for elimination of atheroma. Antiobstructive traditional medicines are similar to the conventional atherectomy in targeting atheroma by removing atherosclerotic plaque directly, but they are non-invasive, user-friendly, much cheaper and probably with less side effects.

scholarly journals Metachronous Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma of the Breasts: A Case Report and Literature Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mastane Saneii ◽  
Pedram Fadavi ◽  
Kambiz Novin ◽  
Maryam Garousi
Keyword(s):  
B Cell ◽  
Cell Lymphoma ◽  
B Cell Lymphoma ◽  
Maximum Level ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Regional Lymph Nodes ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Large B Cell Lymphoma ◽  
One Year ◽  
Large B Cell

Introduction: PBL is a rare form of extranodal lymphoma. The most common pathology is diffuse large B cell lymphoma and most patients are diagnosed at stages 1 and 2. The therapeutic options undertaken so far include surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy Case Presentation: The patient was a 54-year old woman with localized primary breast DLBCL. The patient underwent 6 courses of chemotherapy with an RCHOP regimen followed by radiotherapy of the breast and regional lymph nodes with a 40 Gy dose. The patient was in complete remission on PET scan 3 months later. Around one year after, the patient experienced relapse in the contralateral breast. Conclusions: In the pattern of relapse of patients, there is a tendency for extranodal relapse. In some studies maximum level of relapse occurring in CNS and some advocate CNS prophylaxis in these patients. The best outcome is for patients treated with chemotherapy including rituximab followed by radiation. We reviewed some studies in the aspect of treatment modalities and site of relapsed.

scholarly journals AN INSIGHT INTO AYURVEDIC VIEW OF SARS -COVID – 19

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (7) ◽  
pp. 3925-3929
Author(s):  
Sreelakshmi S ◽  
Varghese Jibi ◽  
Manna Mathew ◽  
Priyanka Yadav
Keyword(s):  
Standard Treatment ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Personal Hygiene ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Effective Management ◽  
Treatment Protocols ◽  
Health Crisis ◽  
Health Measures ◽  
Care Health ◽  
Insight Into

The Covid - 19 pandemic is defining the global health crisis of our time and occurs to be the greatest chal-lenge. The number of people getting affected and deaths are raising daily throughout the world. COVID-19 is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered Corona virus. The situation is much more than a health crisis with a potential to create devastating situations at social, economic, and political levels. Till date, no effective management to address this infection has been identified and attempts are being made to integrate a few traditional interventions along with standard treatment protocols of COVID-19. Ayurveda’s extensive knowledge is based on preventive care, health measures and boosting immunity. Contribution of Ayurveda in the management of various communicable and non-communicable diseases cannot be undermined. Through its wider concepts and treatment modalities, it has greater potential to ad-dress such situations. Awareness about the mode of spread of this disease is recommended highly to pre-vent oneself from falling prey to the disease. The large resource of time-tested traditional knowledge has to be used for the benefit of mankind. In addition to the personal hygiene and social distancing measures, it is of immense importance to improve individual’s natural defence system (immunity). Ayurveda can play a major role in mitigating the spread of COVID -19 by implementing some lifestyle changes along with sim-ple herbal medications and procedures by properly classifying and distinguishing the stage of the disease.

scholarly journals PAIN MANAGEMENT IN KATISHOOLA: A CASE STUDY

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (11) ◽  
pp. 2909-2913
Author(s):  
Kavita Kavita ◽  
Suresh N Hakkandi ◽  
Manjunath Akki
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Success Rates ◽  
Invasive Treatment ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Treatment Measures ◽  
Work Family

Lower Back Pain can have causes that aren’t due to underlying diseases and this pain refers to the pain that usual- ly begins in the lower back region, radiating to the sacroiliac regions and buttocks.[1] People with chronic pain often find it difficult to cope with work, family and social activities which is the significant cause of disability worldwide. Eighty percent of the population is affected by this symptom sometimes in life.[2] Increased preva- lence of low back pain and temporary and reduced success rates in invasive contemporary treatment measures has drawn considerable attention towards alternative, effective, non-invasive treatment modalities. Katishoola, a Vata vyadhi diagnosed with cardinal symptoms as Pain in Kati Pradesha. In Ayurveda, a holistic approach has been adopted that includes the use of oral Ayurvedic formulations, Panchakarma procedures like Snehana karma (unc- tion therapy), Swedana karma (sudation therapy) etc. [3] Here In this article a case of low Back Pain treated with Kati Pichu with Masha taila with good outcomes are reported. Keywords: Katishoola, Low Back Pain, Masha Taila, Kati Pichu

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