Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative Colitis is a disease characterized by chronic inflammation in the large intestine, leading to micro-ulcers and infection that produce pus and mucous. The combination of inflammation and ulceration can cause abdominal discomfort and frequent emptying of the colon. Ulcerative Colitis is one of major forms of Autoimmune - Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) .
Bleeding in stool with increased bowel frequency are the cardinal features of this disease. Weakness is more common due to loss of water and blood in stool.
Ulcerative colitis is the result of an abnormal response by body’s immune system. Normally, the cells and proteins that make up the immune system protect from infection.
The disease usually begins in the rectal area, and may involve the entire large intestine over time. Because ulcerative colitis is a chronic condition, symptoms usually develop over time, rather than suddenly.
The different types of ulcerative colitis are classified according to the location and the extent of inflammation.
Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease share similar symptoms and they are both types of inflammatory bowel disease , but they are not the same illness and they affect different areas of the GI tract.
As per Ayurveda, Ulcerative colitis can be considered as Pittaja Grahani.
Ayurveda, it is known that perfect health exists when the three energies (doshas - Vata, Pitta and Kapha) are in balance. When Pitta dosha gets imbalnced, vitiates intestines and causes Pittaja Grahani. Causes of Pittaja Grahani disease are Mandagi (poor appetite and poor digestion, caused by an imbalance within the body due to a toxic build up which then activates a severe immune response.
Ayurveda offer very effective treatment for Ulcerative colitis based on the classical principle of Ayurveda science.
Ayurvedic treatment is focused in healing the ulcers and restoring the normal function of colon and maintaining the overall health of the digestive system.
Treatment involves internal medicines Panchakarma therapies, that helps to remove the build up of toxins ( Ama) within the body, life style modifications and very strict diet for improving digestive function and balancing doshas. Yoga, meditation and Pranayama for lowering stress levels and supporting the nervous system.
In more severe case Panchakarma therapies plays a vital role as it quickly detoxifies & rejuvenates the digestive system, controls the inflammation, rectal bleeding and heals the ulcerations.
For more information and how find out more about which treatments we recommend for Ulcerative colitis please make an appointment with our Ayurvedic doctor.
meditate and be grateful
take regular meals
spend some time with nature and in good company
Do not use sweeteners honey and molasses
Curcumin - the active ingredient in turmeric
Avoid stress - stress plays a role in inflammatory bowel diseases
Avoid spicy food, caffeine, alcohol
