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KIDNEY STONE (RENAL CALCULUS) | CAUSE, SYMPTOMS & HOMEOPATHY
What are
kidney stones?
Kidney stones (also known as Nephrolithiasis
or Renal calculus) are small hard masses made up of crystals which are seen in
urinary tract (Kidney, urethra and ureter). These crystals are formed by
minerals and acid salts. Usually stones forms when the urine becomes
concentrated as minerals get crystallized and stick together.
National Institute of
Diabetes and Kidney Disease reports that about 1 million people in the United
States are treated for kidney stones each year.
Types of
kidney stones
Calcium
Calcium stones are the most common. They can be made of
calcium oxalate (most common), phosphate, or maleate. Oxalate is a naturally
occurring substance found in food. Some fruits and vegetables, as well as nuts
and chocolate, have high oxalate levels. Your liver also produces oxalate.Vitamin
C and spinach contain oxalate. Calcium-based kidney stones are most commonly
seen in young men between the ages of 20 and 30.
Cystine
Cystine stones are rare. They occur in both men and women who
have the genetic disorder cystinuria.
Struvite
This type of stone is found mostly in women with urinary
tract infection. These stones can be quite large and cause urinary obstruction.
Uric Acid
This type of kidney stone is more common in men than in
women. They can occur in people with gout or those going through chemotherapy.
Other
Medications like triamterene and acyclovir also can cause
stones.
What are
the causes for kidney stones?
There are many factors which can lead to form stones in your
kidneys. Certain foods may promote stone formation in people who are
susceptible.
People who do not drink enough fluids may also be at higher
risk, as their urine is more concentrated.
Risk factors
·
Family history:
If someone in your family has kidney stones, you're more likely to develop
stones, too.
·
Dehydration:
Not drinking enough water each day can increase your risk of kidney stones.
People who live in warm climates and those who sweat a lot may be at higher
risk than others..
·
High-protein, salt, or glucose diet: A high-salt diet is another risk factor, as an increased
amount of sodium passing into the urine can also pull calcium along with it.
The net result is an increased calcium level in the urine, which increases the
probability for stones. Intake of oxalate-rich foods such as leafy green
vegetables, nuts, tea or chocolate may also worsen the situation.
·
Inflammatory bowel diseases (which can cause increase calcium absorption)
·
Other medical conditions. Diseases and conditions that may increase your risk of
kidney stones include renal tubular acidosis, cystinuria, hyperparathyroidism,
certain medications and some urinary tract infections.
What are
the symptoms?
Kidney stones typically leave the
body by passage in the urine stream, and many stones are formed and passed
without causing symptoms.
Some stones may be washed out of the
kidney by urine flow and end up trapped within the ureter or pass completely
out of the urinary tract. Stones usually begin causing symptoms when they block
the outflow of the urine from the kidney leading to the bladder. At this point
these signs and symptoms may be seen,
·
Severe
pain in the side and back, below the ribs
·
Pain
that comes in waves and fluctuates in intensity
·
Pain
on urination
·
Pain
that spreads to the lower abdomen and groin
·
Pink,
red or brown urine
·
Nausea
and vomiting
·
Persistent
urge to urinate
·
Fever
and chills if an infection is present
·
Cloudy
or foul-smelling urine
·
Urinating
more often than usual
Investigations
If your doctor suspects kidney stones in you he may ask you
to perform,
·
Blood
test: for calcium, phosphorus, uric acid and electrolytes
·
Urine
analysis: to check for crystals, bacteria, blood, and white cells.
·
Analysis
of passed stones: to determine type
·
Abdominal
X-rays
·
Intravenous
pyelogram (IVP)
·
Retrograde
pyelogram
·
Ultrasound
of the kidney
·
MRI
of the abdomen and kidneys
·
Abdominal
CT scan
Treatment
for kidney stone
Treatment of kidney stones varies
according to size, number and locations. Small kidney stones (less than 5 mm (0.20 in) in
diameter) may pass through urine without any pain or other symptoms. Homeopathy
has got wonderful results in treating kidney stones which will be explained in
detail later.
Initially NSAIDs are given to reduce the pain and wait for
spontaneous expulsion.
During this time the patient is advised to drink plenty of
water and liquids. A glass of orange juice in a day can help to prevent kidney
stone in susceptible subjects.
Surgical procedures:
Lithotripsy: Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy uses sound waves to
break up large stones so they can more easily pass down the ureters into your
bladder. This procedure can be uncomfortable and may require light anesthesia
Tunnel Surgery (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy) :Stones are removed through a
small incision in your back
Ureteroscopy: When a stone is stuck in the ureter or bladder, your doctor
may use an instrument called a ureteroscope to remove it
HOMEOPATHY
FOR KIDNEY STONES
Homeopathy treatment is one of the
best choices of treatment in kidney stones. Homeopathic medicines can help you
to expel your kidney stones naturally.
If you are diagnosed with stones in your kidneys, consult a
qualified homeopath near you. You may need to explain all the symptoms and
history in detail to your homeopath.
These are some important homeopathic medicines which should
not be taken without a homeopath’s advice.
Lycopodium
Sarsaparilla
Beriberis vulgaris
Tabacum
Cantharides
Nux vomica
Ocimun canu
Belladonna
Chamomilla
Colocynth
Hydrangea
Pareira brava
Sepia
Nitric acid
Benzoic acid
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FIBROMYALGIA | Cause, symptoms, Diagnosis & treatment
Fibromyalgia
or Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a common and chronic disorder characterized
by widespread pain, diffuse tenderness, and a number of other symptoms. The
word “fibromyalgia” comes from the Latin term for fibrous tissue (fibro)
and the Greek ones for muscle (myo) and pain (algia) which means
a connective tissue pain. It affects the muscles, ligaments, other connective
tissues, tendons and gastro intestinal tract.
A Gastro-enterologist may
diagnose Fibromyalgia as Irritable bowel syndrome and rheumatologist as
rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis.
Patient presents FM as
persistent widespread pain, stiffness , disrupted and unrefreshing sleep,
fatigue, anxiety
and/or depression, and functional impairment of activities of daily
living, cognitive difficulties, often
accompanied by multiple other unexplained symptoms.
FIBROMYALGIA | Diagnosis, Home care & Homeopathy medicines
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Fibromyalgia
is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by
fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Researchers believe that fibromyalgia
amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way your brain processes pain
signals.
We
have discussed the cause sign and symptoms of fibromyalgia in this last post.
Now let’s discuss about the diagnosis management and homeopathic medicines
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) | Cause, symptoms, Diet & Homeopathy
IBS is a
functional gastro intestinal disorder characterized by altered bowel habits,
abdominal pain and constipation or diarrhea without any organic pathology.
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Triggering factors
Exact cause for this condition is
not known. In most of the cases diarrhea or (and) constipation predominates.
It is estimated that IBS afflicts
one in six Americans, particularly women, and it is the most common intestinal
problem seen by gastroenterologists.
Population-based studies estimate
the prevalence of irritable bowel syndrome at 10-20% and the incidence of
irritable bowel syndrome at 1-2% per year. Of people with irritable bowel
syndrome, approximately 10-20% seek medical care. An estimated 20-50% of
gastroenterology referrals relate to this symptom complex. The incidence is
markedly different among countries.
What
causes IBS?
It is a difficult question in
case of IBS. What cause IBS is not really known.
Some hypotheses have been
proposed which can trigger IBS Which are
·
Active infections like gastroenteritis which
sometimes causes colonic muscle hyperactivity.
·
IBS is seen in people who are suffering from
depressions.
·
Limbic system abnormalities, as demonstrated by
positron emission tomography, have been described in patients with irritable
bowel syndrome.
·
Bloating and distention may also occur from
intolerance to dietary fats. This kind of food rich in fat can lead to IBS
·
Mental anxiety can trigger the IBS symptoms.
Low mast cell
counts and atopic disease are associated with increased risk for irritable
bowel syndrome, according to data presented at the American Academy of Allergy,
Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting in San Antonio.
Triggering factors
Ø
chocolate
Ø
drinks that contain caffeine, such as tea,
coffee or cola
Ø
Fried food
Ø
processed snacks, such as crisps and biscuits
Ø
alcohol
Ø
fizzy drinks
Ø
fatty food
What
are the symptoms of IBS?
ü Abdominal
pain or discomfort
ü Diarrhea
or constipation
ü Urgency
for bowel movements
ü A
feeling of incomplete evacuation
ü Abdominal
distension
ü Mucus
in stools
ü Nausea
There can be fibrimyalgic
symptoms associated with IBS. Anxiety or depression triggers the symptoms.
Investigations
There are no specific diagnostic
tests to investigate IBS. Your Doctor can diagnose it by your symptoms itself.
Stool and blood examination should
be done to rule out infections
Endoscopy should be done to find
out any gastrointestinal pathology.
Diet to
be followed
Eat fiber rich food
Vegies which contains fibers
are
- oats
- barley
- rye
- fruit, such as bananas and apples
- root vegetables, such as carrots and potatoes
- golden linseeds
Add enough water in your diet
Avoid food stuffs which are
intolerant to your stomach.
Some
tips on eating
- restrict your tea and coffee intake to a maximum of three cups a day
- have regular meals and take your time when eating
- lower the amount of alcohol and fizzy drinks you drink
- reduce your intake of resistant starch, starch that resists digestion in the small intestine and reaches the large intestine intact – it is often found in processed or re-cooked foods
- avoid missing meals or leaving long gaps between eating
- limit fresh fruit to three portions a day – a suitable portion would be half a grapefruit or an apple
- if you have diarrhea, avoid sorbitol, an artificial sweetener found in sugar-free sweets, including chewing gum and drinks, and in some diabetic and slimming products drink at least eight cups of fluid a day, particularly water and other non-caffeinated drinks such as herbal tea
- if you have wind and bloating, consider stopping all cereals for six weeks or increasing your intake of linseeds (up to one tablespoon a day)
Homeopathy for IBS
There are many
homeopathic medicines which can cure your IBS. The homeopathic medicine is
selected according to your symptom similarity. A detailed individualized case
is taken by your homeopath to get your remedy.
Here we are
listing out some of the common homeopathic remedies which should not be taken
without your physician’s advice.
·
Nux vomica
·
Argentum Nitricum
·
Phosphorus
·
Lycopodium
·
Arsenicum album
·
China
·
Colocynthis
·
Plumbum met
·
Aloes
·
Sulphur
·
Podophyllum
Source:-
http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk:Irritable_bowel_syndrome
http://www.nhs.uk/
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/180389-treatment#showall
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/02/12/diet-changes-to-help-relieve-ibs-symptoms/
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Fibroadenoma |Cause, symptoms, Diagnosis and Homeopathy
Fibroadenoma is lump or a tumor in
the breast which is benign (noncancerous). Usually it is not life threatening
but can turn to cancer rarely.
It effects mostly at 20s and 30s. It can occur during teenage
time also.
Causes
for Fibroadenoma
A
fibroadenoma is made up of breast gland tissue and tissue that helps support
the breast gland tissue.
The exact cause is unknown. It is linked with the
ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION (Impotence) | Cause, Diagnosis, Diet & HOMEOPATHY
Erectile
dysfunction (ED) is the inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for
sexual intercourse. It is also called Impotence.
Caladium Seguinum:- Sexual organs relaxed and swelledNocturnal emission without dream. Imperfect erection and premature ejaculation of semen. Excitement does not erect penis. Feeling of coldness in penis.
Conium Maculatum:
Agnus Castus:- The penis is small and flaccid, so relaxed that voluptuous fancies excite no erection. The testicles are cold, swollen, hard and painful. Impotence with gleets. Diminution of sexual power.
Phosphoricum Acidum:- Absence of sexual desire. Neurasthenia after sexual intercourse. Weakness of sexual organs with onanism and little sexual desire. Frequent and very debilitating pollutions. Onanism.
Lycopodium Clavatum:- Impotence of long standing. Weakness or total absence of erections. Penis small, cold, relaxed. Emission too speedy or too tardy during coition.Flow of prostatic fluid, without an erection. Abhorrence of coition.
Nux Vomica:- Excitement easy. Strong sexual desire with painful erection. Increased sexual desire with frequent erections and pollution in the morning. Pollution with flaccidity of penis fllowed by coldness and weakness in lower extremities. Involuntary seminal emission. Nightly emissions. Impotency due to masturbation and sexual excess.
Phosphorus:- Impotency after excessive excitement and onanism. Involuntary emission.Feeble and too speedy emission during coition.
Selenium:- Impotence with lascivious ideas. Discharge of semen, drop by drop, during sleep. Flow of prostatic fluid during evacuation and at other times. Thin and scentless semen. During coition, feeble erection, too prompt emission, and long-continued voluptuous thrill. Priapism.
Staphisagria:- Organs relaxed with backache and weakness of the lower extremities. Seminal emissions followed by great chagrin and mortification Dyspnoea develops after coition. Secretion of prostatic fluid during evacuation.
Damiana:- An excellent remedy for impotency. Give 5-10 drops a dose thrice daily.
Sulphur:- Too quick discharge of semen during coition. Erection fails when coition is attempted. Incomplete rection during coition. Impotence with mental depression, relaxed penis, with sexual desire and excitement. Testes relaxed and hanging down. Watery semen.
Calcarea Carbonica:- Weakness of the genital functions, and absence of sexual desire. Erections of too short continuance and emission of semen too slow.
Yohimbinum: It is a powerful stimulant of the genital function in males. Sexual neurasthenia, with impotence.
Arnica Montana:- Impotency due to fall or blow. Impotence from excess or abuse.
Sabal Serrulata:- Discharge of prostatic fluid. Pain in back much aggravates after coitus. Drawing pains in spermatic cords; shrunk testes
A penile erection is the
hydraulic effect of blood entering and being retained in sponge-like bodies
within the penis. It is not necessarily a normal part of aging. The process is
often initiated as a result of sexual arousal, when signals are transmitted
from the brain to nerves in the penis. Erectile dysfunction is indicated when
an erection is difficult to produce.
Disorders such as erectile
dysfunction (ED) and female sexual dysfunction are becoming increasingly more
important as a result of the aging population and newer therapies.
What
Causes ED?
We can classify the causative
factors as given below.
Vascular causes
Vascular diseases account for
nearly half of all cases of ED in men older than 50 years. Vascular diseases
include atherosclerosis, peripheral vascular disease, myocardial infarction,
and arterial hypertension.
·
Atherosclerosis
·
Peripheral vascular disease
·
Myocardial infarction
·
Arterial hypertension
·
Vascular injury from radiation therapy
·
Vascular injury from prostate cancer treatment
·
Blood vessel and nerve trauma (eg, due to
long-distance bicycle riding)
·
Medications for treatment of vascular disease
Systemic diseases
·
Scleroderma
·
Renal failure
·
Liver cirrhosis
·
Idiopathic hemochromatosis
·
Cancer and cancer treatment
·
Dyslipidemia
·
Hypertension
Neurologic causes
·
Epilepsy
·
Stroke
·
Multiple sclerosis
·
Guillain-Barré syndrome
·
Alzheimer disease
·
Trauma
Endocrine conditions
·
Hyperthyroidism
·
Hypogonadism
·
Diabetes
Respiratory disease
·
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
·
Sleep apnea
Psychiatric conditions
·
Depression
·
Widower syndrome
·
Performance anxiety
·
Posttraumatic stress disorder
Penile conditions
·
Peyronie disease
·
Epispadias
·
Priapism
Nutritional states
·
Malnutrition
·
Zinc deficiency
Hematologic diseases
·
Sickle cell anemia
·
Leukemias
Medications
·
Antihypertensives
·
Antidepressants
·
Antipsychotics
·
Antiulcer agents (eg, cimetidine)
·
5-Alpha reductase inhibitors (eg, finasteride,
dutasteride)
·
Cholesterol-lowering agents
Surgical procedures
·
Brain and spinal cord procedures
·
Retroperitoneal or pelvic lymph node dissection
·
Aortoiliac or aortofemoral bypass
·
Abdominal perineal resection
·
Proctocolectomy
·
Transurethral resection of the prostate
·
Radical prostatectomy
·
Cryosurgery of the prostate
·
Cystectomy
Lifestyle habits
·
Smocking
·
Alcohol conception
·
Lack of exercise
ED has a
high prevalence in men over than 50 years. The incidence increase with aging
and its ethiology appears to be multifactorial. The anamnesis and detailed
physical evaluation ought to be performed in order to detect the main
etiological factors. The best approach to obtain better results is to identify
the main etiology. A multidisciplinary evaluation should be recommended for all
patients.
( Read ; Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia | Cause ,symptoms , Lab tests & Diet )
How
ED is diagnosed?
There
is no specific test to diagnose ED. Routine blood examination is done to
exclude infections.
History:- Sexual functioning in a male is goes through
these phases- arousal (libido), erection, orgasm, ejaculation, and a refractory
period. The history taking is aimed to find out in which stage the patient is
suffering from.
In
history taking, the doctor will be asking you about the past medications,
surgery and any emotional disturbances you might have gone through.
Physical examination:- After
history taking the patient is examined physically to find out the systemic
causes. If penis is not sensitive to
physical touch, a problem in the nervous system may be the cause.
If there is abnormal secondary
sexual characters like unusual hair growth and well developed breast , the
cause may be from hormone disturbance.
Psychological examination: -
interview and a questionnaire with the subject will help to rule out the psychological
cause. Both the partners are interviewed in this.
Other tests: - Monitoring
erections that occur during sleep-nocturnal erections-can help rule out certain
psychological causes of ED. A normal healthy individual has involuntary
erection during sleep. If it is absent the cause is physical.
How
to treat ED?
The treatment starts after
finding out the cause. Simple lifestyle rearrangement and modification will
show wonders in your sexual life. The patient should quit smoking and alcohol
conception and should engage in some physical activities for better results.
Phosphodiesterase-5
inhibitors (PDE-5) like sildenafil citrate (Viagra®),vardenafil HCl (Levitra®),
tadalafil (Cialis®) are the commonly used drugs to treat ED. These drugs work by relaxing the muscle cells
in the penis allowing for better blood flow and production of a rigid erection.
The most common side effects are
headache, stuffy nose, flushing and muscle aches. In rare cases, sildenafil can
cause temporary blue-green shading of vision.
Diet to prevent ED
·
Drinking water can help flush your system but
also flush cholesterol that may clog penile arteries. You should drink 100
ounces per day.
·
Eat smaller meals (about the size of your fist).
You should eat about 5-6 meals daily.
·
Eating vegetables is extremely important for the
vitamins, minerals and especially the fiber. The fiber will help flush the body.
·
Keep your dairy products to a minimum because of
the high levels of cholesterol.
·
Avoid caffeinated beverages that may cause
higher levels of stress.
·
You should eat lean meat and seafood. Avoid red
meats which can clog arteries.
·
Bran cereal is great in the morning for fiber.
·
Supplement foods with high levels of zinc. Zinc
deficiency is common in ED sufferers. You can get plenty of zinc with whole
grain cereals, chicken, turkey, brown rice, beans and low fat yogurt.
·
Eating fruits is important but should be
lessened because of too much sugar. High levels of sugar is associated with
male impotence.
Homeopathy
for Erectile dysfunction
Homeopathy
has shown significant results in ED.
Homeopathy has a unique method of case taking. A complete casetaking will need a detailed
explanation of mental as well as physical generals of the individual. This
casetaking itself will help the physician to find out the cause. There are many
medicines which will deal with ED in homeopathy.
Argentum Nitricum:
Want of desire. Apprehensive
impotency before coition. Penis shriveled. Coition painful, sensitive at
orifice. Painful tension during erection. Testicle drawn high up. Psychological
impotency.
Caladium Seguinum:- Sexual organs relaxed and swelledNocturnal emission without dream. Imperfect erection and premature ejaculation of semen. Excitement does not erect penis. Feeling of coldness in penis.
Conium Maculatum:
Want of energy in coition. Erections
imperfect, and of too short duration. Easy emission of semen, even without firm
erections. Dejection, after coition. Sometimes emission at mere presence of
women.
Agnus Castus:- The penis is small and flaccid, so relaxed that voluptuous fancies excite no erection. The testicles are cold, swollen, hard and painful. Impotence with gleets. Diminution of sexual power.
Phosphoricum Acidum:- Absence of sexual desire. Neurasthenia after sexual intercourse. Weakness of sexual organs with onanism and little sexual desire. Frequent and very debilitating pollutions. Onanism.
Lycopodium Clavatum:- Impotence of long standing. Weakness or total absence of erections. Penis small, cold, relaxed. Emission too speedy or too tardy during coition.Flow of prostatic fluid, without an erection. Abhorrence of coition.
Nux Vomica:- Excitement easy. Strong sexual desire with painful erection. Increased sexual desire with frequent erections and pollution in the morning. Pollution with flaccidity of penis fllowed by coldness and weakness in lower extremities. Involuntary seminal emission. Nightly emissions. Impotency due to masturbation and sexual excess.
Phosphorus:- Impotency after excessive excitement and onanism. Involuntary emission.Feeble and too speedy emission during coition.
Selenium:- Impotence with lascivious ideas. Discharge of semen, drop by drop, during sleep. Flow of prostatic fluid during evacuation and at other times. Thin and scentless semen. During coition, feeble erection, too prompt emission, and long-continued voluptuous thrill. Priapism.
Staphisagria:- Organs relaxed with backache and weakness of the lower extremities. Seminal emissions followed by great chagrin and mortification Dyspnoea develops after coition. Secretion of prostatic fluid during evacuation.
Damiana:- An excellent remedy for impotency. Give 5-10 drops a dose thrice daily.
Sulphur:- Too quick discharge of semen during coition. Erection fails when coition is attempted. Incomplete rection during coition. Impotence with mental depression, relaxed penis, with sexual desire and excitement. Testes relaxed and hanging down. Watery semen.
Calcarea Carbonica:- Weakness of the genital functions, and absence of sexual desire. Erections of too short continuance and emission of semen too slow.
Yohimbinum: It is a powerful stimulant of the genital function in males. Sexual neurasthenia, with impotence.
Arnica Montana:- Impotency due to fall or blow. Impotence from excess or abuse.
Sabal Serrulata:- Discharge of prostatic fluid. Pain in back much aggravates after coitus. Drawing pains in spermatic cords; shrunk testes
Kali Bromatum: -Impotency
with melancholy, loss of memory; nervous prostration; epilepsy.
Sources:-
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/diagnosing_erectile_dysfunction
http://emedicine.medscape.com
http://www.urologyhealth.org/urology
www.similima .com
http://EzineArticles.com/3352942
http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov
http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov
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