How to Treat Hyponatremia (Low Blood Sodium) in Ayurveda?
Introduction
Hyponatremia is a medical term used for the low concentration of sodium in the blood. Sodium is an electrolyte which helps in regulating the amount of water in and around the cells. In this condition, the body’s water levels rise and the cells begin to swell. This swelling results in various health problems that may be mild or life-threatening.
Sodium plays a key role in the human body as it helps to regulate blood pressure, body’s fluid balance and supports the smooth working of nerves and muscles.
The normal blood sodium level is in between 135-145 milliequivalents per liter (mEq/L). It occurs when the sodium in the blood falls below 135 mEq/L.
Causes of Hyponatremia
There are many diseases and lifestyle conditions that lead to hyponatremia. These are:
- Heart Problems: Congestive heart failure and other diseases that affect the kidneys and liver can cause the fluids to accumulate in the body which dilutes the sodium thus lowers the level of sodium.
- Chronic diarrhea and severe vomiting: These conditions cause the body to lose electrolytes and also increase ADH levels. ADH acts on the kidneys to control the amount of water secreted in the urine.
- Use of certain medications: Certain medications such as anti-depressants, diuretics, analgesics can interfere with the normal kidney functions and hormonal processes that keep the sodium concentrations within the healthy range, leading to hyponatremia.
- Drinking too much water: Drinking excessive amounts of water can cause a low level of sodium. Sodium is excreted through sweat, drinking too much water can dilute the sodium content of the blood.
- Hormonal changes: The insufficiency of the adrenal gland (Addison’s disease) affects it’s ability to produce hormones that help to maintain the body’s balance of sodium, potassium and water. Low level of hormone such as thyroid hormone can also cause low blood sodium level.
Symptoms of Hyponatremia
Hyponatremia can be asymptomatic in some conditions. Common signs and symptoms include:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Loss of energy
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Muscle weakness
- Spasms and seizures
- Restlessness and irritability
- Coma
The Goodnews!?
The good news is that Hyponatremia (Low Blood Sodium) 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 Hyponatremia (Low Blood Sodium) yet without any proper diagnosis because there are other Blood related diseases that comes with the same symptoms. Consult with a Doctor for accurate diagnosis to find out if Hyponatremia (Low Blood Sodium) is what you are having or any other related disease.
Vine-Health Approach to Hyponatremia
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