Ayurvedic Treatment of Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
About Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) is a disorder that causes inflammation as well as bleeding in the blood vessels of the skin, intestines, kidneys and joints. It can also cause abdominal pain and aching joints.
This disease can affect anyone but it is more commonly seen in children between the age group of 2-6. This condition can also affect kidneys.
HSP is a problem of immune system which commonly occurs after the previous infection. It is the most common problem of spring season and follows an infection of respiratory tract.
The immune system is activated to produce an antibody which mainly targets the blood vessels and thereby causes inflammation of the blood vessels commonly known as Vasculitis. Other causes are: food, drugs or insects.
Symptoms of Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)
- Reddish-purple coloured spots which look like bruises is the most common distinguishable symptom of HSP. The rashes develop mainly on buttocks, arms, face, legs and feet.
- Pain and swelling around the joints mainly in the knees and ankles but these symptoms subside when the disease is cured and there is no damage.
- Many children suffering from HSP develop gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, abdominal pain, bloody stools etc.
- It also affects the kidneys. There is blood or protein in the urine but this goes away once the illness passes but in certain cases, kidney diseases may develop and even persist.
Causes of Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)
In HSP, some of the body’s small blood vessels get inflamed which causes bleeding in the skin, kidneys and abdomen. According to modern medicine, the cause of inflammation is not clear. According to Ayurveda, Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) is caused by the vitiation of Pitta dosha in the body which results in the vitiation of rakta dhatu as well as mamsa dhatu.
The Goodnews!?
The good news is that Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) is preventable and reversible, but can only be possible by using holistic approach, the one advocated in Ayurveda that addresses the issues from the very root.
Since ancient times, Ayurveda has defined diseases with their symptoms, causes and healing methods with nature.
If you are having any of the above mentioned symptoms, don’t assume it is Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) yet without any proper diagnosis because there are other Skin related diseases that comes with the same symptoms. Consult with a Doctor for accurate diagnosis to find out if Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) is what you are having or any other related disease.
Vine-Health Approach to Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)
As a holistic health clinic, we take accurate diagnosis very seriously in order to ascertain the root cause of a particular illness. You will be consulted with our doctor to know the type of test or scan to run base on your symptoms to detect exactly the root cause of your issue to ascertain if Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)is your issue or not to ensure appropriate treatment.
Accurate diagnosis is the key to the treatment of any disease.
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