Siddha treatment & Prevention for Kidney Stones

Kidney Stones

Siddha names: Kalladaippu, Kal, Siruneeraga karkal

What is Kidney Stone ?

A kidney stone is a solid mass made up of tiny crystals. One or more stones can be in the kidney or ureter or in Urinary bladder.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Kidney stones can form when urine contains too much of certain substances. These substances can create small crystals that become stones.

The biggest risk factor for kidney stones is dehydration.(Reduction in body water content)

Kidney stones may not produce symptoms until they begin to move down the tubes (ureters) through which urine empties into the bladder. When this happens, the stones can block the flow of urine out of the kidneys. This causes swelling of the kidney or kidneys, causing pain. The pain is usually severe.

A person who has had kidney stones often gets them again in the future. Kidney stones often occur in premature infants.

Some types of stones tend to run in families. Certain kinds of stones can occur with bowel disease, ileal bypass for obesity, or renal tubule defects.

There are different types of kidney stones. The exact cause depends on the type of stone.

§  Calcium stones are most common. They occur more often in men than in women, and usually appear between ages 20 – 30. They are likely to come back. Calcium can combine with other substances, such as oxalate (the most common substance), phosphate, or carbonate to form the stone. Oxalate is present in certain foods. Diseases of the small intestine increase the risk of forming calcium oxalate stones.

§  Cystine stones can form in people who have cystinuria. This disorder runs in families and affects both men and women.

§  Struvite stones are mostly found in women who have a urinary tract infection. These stones can grow very large and can block the kidney, ureter, or bladder.

§  Uric acid stones are more common in men than in women. They can occur with gout or chemotherapy.

Other substances also can form stones.

Symptoms

The main symptom is severe pain that starts suddenly and may go away suddenly:

§  Pain may be felt in the belly area or side of the back

§  Pain may move to groin area (groin pain) or testicles (testicle pain)

Other symptoms can include:

§  Abnormal urine color

§  Blood in the urine

§  Chills

§  Fever

§  Nausea

§  Vomiting

Signs and tests

The belly area (abdomen) or back might feel tender to the touch.

Tests for kidney stones include:

§  Analysis of the stone to show what type of stone it is

§  Uric acid level

§  Urinalysis to see crystals and red blood cells in urine

Stones or a blockage of the ureter can be seen on:

§  Abdominal CT scan

§  Abdominal/kidney MRI

§  Abdominal x-rays

Tests may show high levels of calcium, oxylate, or uric acid in the urine or blood.

Treatment

The goal of Siddha treatment is to relieve symptoms and  remove the stone as well. And Treatment varies depending on the type of stone and how severe the symptoms are.

Drink at least 6 – 8 glasses of water per day to produce a large amount of urine.

Pain relievers can help control the pain of passing the stones (renal colic).

In allopathy or English Medicine there is no curative Medicine but Medicine only for patients symptoms

Depending on the type of stone, we will give Siddha Medicine ,to decrease stone formation or help break down and remove the material that is causing the stone.

Poly herbal siddha choornams, Decoction powders are Used to treat the Patients with Kidney Stones.

We have successfully treated many patients who underwent Surgical procedures like Extracorporeal shock-wave Litho tripsy, Percutaneous nephrolithotomy , Ureteroscopy ,Standard open surgery (nephrolithotomy) and even after that they developed the same again.

Following our Siddha treatment many patients come back with stones they have passed out after taking our Siddha Medicines

Complications.

If the Kidney stones are not treated properly it may leads to the following complications.

§  Decrease or loss of function in the affected kidney

§  Kidney damage, scarring

§  Obstruction of the ureter (acute unilateral obstructive uropathy)

§  Recurrence of stones

§  Urinary tract infection

Prevention

Regular Re-interval Siddha drug regimen is advised

If you have a history of stones, drink plenty of fluids (6 – 8 glasses of water per day) to produce enough urine. Depending on the type of stone, you might need to take proper Siddha medications or other measures to prevent the stones from returning.

You may need to change your diet to prevent some types of stones from coming back.

Pregnancy care - An Kit for Normal/Natural & Health delivery

Every woman who is pregnant looks forward for a normal delivery as in normal delivery there are no post delivery problems in the long run. But today's hectic life and stress is leading to an increased number of cesarean deliveries. Taking balanced and nutritious diet is the foremost tip for the normal delivery.

What is a Normal Delivery?

Normal delivery is through vagina of mother's body. In normal delivery children are born between the 36th and 39th week of pregnancy. There are three stages in normal delivery

• Dilation

• Expulsion

• Placenta

The first stage of normal delivery starts when the cervix is 3 cm dilated. The actual process of dilation causes the onset of labour. Full dilation occurs when the cervix opens so wide that the head of the baby can come out of it and this is normally 10 cm. The duration of labor varies from woman to woman but if it is your first delivery then it may last for 8 hours or more and if it is your second or proceeding normal delivery then it is usually less than the first one. After every hour the cervix dilate to 1.2 cm for the period of two hours.

Second stage in normal delivery is of expulsion that happens when the cervix is fully dilated and ends with the birth of the baby. Beginning of second stage in normal delivery starts when the head of the baby is engaged in pelvis. The largest diameter of the baby's head has passed through the pelvic brim. Till now the head has also passed through the narrowest part of the pelvis that is below the interspinous diameter. Now the fetus head has to pass through the pubic arch and introitus. The fetal head at this point becomes visible in normal delivery and called "crown". Successful completion of the fourth stage happens with the head out. This is followed by fifth and sixth mechanism of normal delivery.

In the third stage of the normal delivery placenta is expelled out of uterus and this happens after the birth of the child. It comes out after 15 to 30 minutes of the birth of the baby.

Tips For Normal Delivery

Antenatal care is must during pregnancy that means expected mother should be cared properly during this period. According to Ancient methods it is called Masanumasiki chikitsa. The meaning of word Masanumasiki is month-to-month treatment. different food habits and treatments are required every month for a normal delivery. According to siddha there are nine varied groups of medicines and herbs for each month.

According to siddha , in every month different dahtu i.e. body building substance is formed in the baby's body. So for the proper development of dhatu meal and herbal medicines should be taken for that month. Apart from diet for normal pregnancy there are many issues that are treated with siddha. High blood pressure is the most common of all these issues. Along with this diabetes, vomiting, hyperacidity, premature birth etc can also be seen. The effect vary from person to person. These problems can be treated with herbs .

• Walking is the best of all for a normal delivery. You should start walking as soon as you feel the first sign of labor. Doctors even recommend walking through out the labour pain.

• From seven months onwards you can take the milk with garlic paste. For this boil the garlic paste in milk and consume it.

• From nine months onwards for normal delivery take the drink made from roasted anise seed and water. To make this drink boil roasted anise seed in water and drink it.

• Have pomegranate juice daily as it ameliorates the blood cells of both baby and mother. With this juice your baby will also have the fair complexion.

• Take warm water bath before going to bed. This will relax your body from all kinds of stress and strains.

• On the commencement of delivery pains eat a spoon full of honey. Also make the paste of honey and black cumin powder and spread it over your stomach for normal delivery ..!

• For good lactation after delivery take fenugreek - 1/4 tablespoon, 1/2 cup raw rice, 5 garlic pieces. Steam all the ingredients well and smash it. Consume it with enough water. This should be done 7th month onwards

* Any ayurveda tip for normal delivery must be done after due consultation with your doctor or siddha specialist.

Some Herbs for Normal Delivery

• Harmone such as oxytocin and prostaglandins stimulate labor. Rubbing your nipples at the commencement of labour increases oxytocin that causes the uterus to contract. Also with this harmone intensity of the contractions increases. But you must consult your doctor before this as it affects very quickly.

Role of Our Clinic:

Here we the doctor are providing the Trimester Health care kit, to improve foetus (Aid for natural birth and better appearence) as well for the well being of Mother. It can reduces the pregnancy complications, Aneamic problems, Giddiness, loss of appittite etc.

Pregnancy Care in Siddha - Post Partum(After delivery)

Post Partum Care through Siddha Medicine

     Siddhars through their emminent knowledge and visionemphasized on the ‘way of life’ through Siddha Medicine. Our daily life, routine, food, diet, medicinal aspects, prevention of diseases etc are described in various poems written by Siddhars. In ‘Agasthiyar Pindor-urpathi’ SiddharAgasthiyar described how union of male and female gamete, through a series of changes transforms into an individual and its arrival to the new world. Siddha is a health system which is most ancient and based on Three humoural (Vali, Azhal, Iyam) and Five Elemental (Prithivi, Vayu, Appu, Theyu, and Akayam) Theory.

After the delivery, the mother becomes weak and exhausted. Usually normal or vaginal delivery is considered safe and healthy. But if the pregnancy is high risk or if the baby is in an abnormal position, an elective Caesarean section is preffered. 

Postpartum care is considered as important as prenatal care because pregnancy brings about various negative effects in the mothers body.Vatha increases during pregnancy. Digestion, Respiration and in short complete general health of mother is affected. Postpartum care in Siddha Medicine is described below revealing the Traditional Medicinal values and methods. Basically post partum treatment is compulsory for 45 days after delivery. During these 45 days, mother and baby, is given equal care. Mother is always assisted by elders even while nursing the baby. This gives her confidence and encouragement in her future motherhood. She is never left alone and kept cheerful as stress can hamper healing and lactation. Proper rest and sleep is given else she may undergo post partum depression. Good nutrition and care is given. Post natal care differs in some ways according to the mode of delivery. A delivered woman should be given treatment to combat the following.

Improving Breast milk :

Lactation is a very important aspect after delivery. The digestion and GIT health of the baby completely depends on the mother’s diet. Lactating woman should drink enough water during lactation. Also we can  include the Medicines like choornam, Legyam with hot milk or powder of Satavari or Tanneervittan kizhangu with hot milk are good lactogogue.

Preventing Constipation :

A pregnant woman an suffer from chronic constipation and piles during the course of pregnancy and after delivery. Hence diet rich in fibres, cereals, and water should be consumed. Green vegetables and fruits should be major portion of the diet. Overeating should be avoided. Siddha medicines will be included for the better outcome.

Support Uterus to regain its shape and size :

Usually it takes six months for the uterus to return back to the previous size. Foods rich in turmeric, fenugreek, gumacacia, green papaya, sesame, cetain fish varieties etc should be given. Uterine tonics and some traditional medicines are given for nourishing and toning the uterus.  Avoid long trips and heavy work for 2 months.

Normal or Vaginal Delivery :

Normal delivery makes the delivered mother weak and tired. She needs special care for her bones especially joints and hip, her reproductive organs specially uterus, Gastrointestinal system and also her Mental health.After vaginal delivery, usually 3 days hospital stay is observed. If mother or the baby has any health issues, hospital stay may be extended.  Traditionally there are medicines and applications recommended for delivered mothers during the post partum period. Some of these medicines shall be further discussed in this article.

Siddha Medicines after delivery :

The internal medicines given after delivery should be rich in iron and calcium content. It should promote proper digestion and prevent flatulence and constipation. It should tone the uterus and improve breast milk. For the following conditions, Siddha System has a definite solution for with our internal & External medicines (Only Herbs combinations).

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These are general medicines given during post partum period. Please consult a Siddha physician (or contact Us) to know proper dose and time period for consumption of each medicine.