INTRODUCTION
- Liver cirrhosis is a chronic liver disease characterized by the replacement of healthy liver tissue with scar tissue , leading to progressive loss of liver function.
- This is a result of long-term chronic hepatitis. Hepatitis is inflammation in liver. when inflammation is ongoing liver attempts to repair itself by scarring
- Scarring in your liver blocks the flow of blood and oxygen through liver tissues. This slows liver's ability to process your blood , metabolize nutrients and filter out toxins.
CAUSES OF LIVER CIRRHOSIS
Common causes are:
- Alcoholic liver disease (ALD)
- Non- alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
- Chronic hepatitis C
- Chronic hepatitis B
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Wilson's disease
SYMPTOMS
Cirrhosis has no symptoms until liver damage is severe.
Some common symptoms include :
- Nausea and vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Fatigue
- Swelling in the legs, feet or ankles
- Yellow discoloration in the skin and eye
- Confusion , drowsiness , slurred speech
- Itchy skin
- Weight loss
- Clubbing of finger
- Spider like veins
- Fluid retention (oedema)
COMPLICATIONS
- High blood pressure
- Spleen enlargement
- Bleeding
- Jaundice
- Increased risk of liver cancer
RISK FACTORS
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Obesity
- Viral hepatitis
AYURVEDA MANAGEMENT FOR LIVER CIRRHOSIS
- According to Ayurveda Liver is called "Yakrit" . Liver Cirrhosis is correlate as "Kumbha Kamala". Cirrhosis is caused by an imbalance of the 3 Doshas vata , pitta and kapha . The imbalance results in the accumulation of the toxins in the liver which leads to its deterioration.
- According to ayurveda the liver is governed by the pitta dosha. Pitta Dosha is responsible for metabolism , digestion and other processes.
- An imbalance in pitta can lead to various diseases and disorders of the liver.
- Ayurveda treatment of liver cirrhosis is to cleanse the liver and detoxify the body by supporting different herbs , proper diet and lifestyle changes.
- Shodhana chikitsa (Panchakarma Procedures)
Single Herbs
- Turmeric
Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory . it is often used in diet to detoxify the liver.
- Ginger
Ginger is most frequently used herbs, it is regarded as destroys ama or toxins and supports healthy digestion and respiration .
- Punarnava
Punarnava has antioxidant properties that prevent liver cell damage.
- Katuki (picrorhizakurrooa)
- Bhumyamalaki
Diet ( Ahaar)
- Fresh extracted juices such as papaya , lemon etc.
- Consume High Protein- rich diet.
- Green vegetables , nuts , grains etc.
- Drink plenty of water.
- Avoid alcohol consumption.
- Reduce salt intake.
CAC MANAGEMENT FOR LIVER CIRRHOSIS
LIVER CIRRHOSIS CARE KIT
All Products description in detail:
- Kutki Capsule
These herbal capsules are prepared from the standardized extract of Picrorhiza kurroa. The herb used in this capsule show anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These properties help in treating liver cirrhosis naturally.
Recommended Dosage: Take two capsules twice a day with normal water.
- Detox Premium Powder
This is a herbo-mineral preparation that contains following ingredients: Moti pishti, Parwal pishti, Shukta pishti, Giloy satav, Kamdudha ras, Jahar Mohra pishti, Akik pishti, Gandhak rasayan, Shankh bhasam, Sutshekhar ras, Sudhyog tab, Shwet parpati, Yavakshaar. Premium detox powder keeps your liver cell healthy. It clears away the toxins from the body and stimulates the function of the liver and increases the flow of bile
Recommended Dosage: Take one sachet twice a day with normal water.
- Liver Care Syrup
It is a herbo-mineral Syrup which is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Liver Care syrup helps in balancing Pitta dosha. This Syrup enhances regeneration of liver cells, promote functions of liver, and improve blood flow from the liver. It helps in the treatment of fatty liver, Liver cirrhosis, Hepatitis, hepatomegaly, and obstructive Jaundice. CAC Liver Care syrup contains Ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinopora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. These herbs show Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, Hepato-protective, properties. This syrup improves digestion, enhances appetite.
It shows results in Fatty Liver, Liver Cirrhosis, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Liver Cancer, Hepatomegaly, Inherited diseases- Hemochromatosis and Wilson’s disease, and Jaundice.
DOSAGE– Take 2 tablespoon twice daily
- Liver Care Tablet
It is a herbo-mineral tablet of size 650 MG and is a purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Liver Care tablets help in balancing Pitta dosha. These tablets stimulate the growth of new liver cells, promote functions of liver, and improve blood flow from the liver. It helps in the treatment of fatty liver, Liver cirrhosis, Hepatitis, hepatomegaly, and obstructive Jaundice. CAC Liver Care Tablets contains Ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinopora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. it shows results in Hepatomegaly, Inherited diseases- Hemochromatosis and Wilson’s disease, Jaundice and Obstructive jaundice
DOSAGE: Take one tablet twice a day with normal water.
- Panchsakar Churna
It is a herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. It mainly works on your Vata and pitta dosha of your body. It can cure Chronic Constipation and help relieve symptoms of Acidity, indigestion, Belching and colic pain. It acts as a mild Laxative and reduces Bloating. It works very efficiently on a disease named IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome) which is very common nowadays that affects your day to day activities. CAC Panchsakar churna is 100% natural and pure. It is prepared from various herbs like Haritaki, Shunthi, Swaran Patri, Shatapushpa, and Saindhav Lavan that show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and laxative properties.PANCHSAKAR CHURNA contains Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula), Shunthi (Zingiber Officinale), Saindhava Lavana (Rock Salt), Svarna Patri (Cassia Angustifolia), Shatapushpa (Foeniculum Vulgare)
DOSAGE: Take one tablespoon at night with normal water.
