Category: Digestive Health

November 15, 2023

Cocoon Syndrome and Its Treatment with Herbal Remedies

ABSTRACT

A thick peritoneal membrane that encircles the intestine is a symptom of the rare condition known as cocoon syndrome. It could be the primary cause or a complication of other factors, such as prior abdominal surgery. The inflammatory process is the main cause of it. The primary signs and symptoms of cocoon syndrome are abdominal pain and intestinal blockage. A rare cause of small intestine obstruction, abdominal cocoon syndrome is described as the idiopathic encapsulation of the colon within a fibrocollagenous membrane. In this article, we discuss cocoon syndrome.

INTRODUCTION OF COCOON SYNDROME

A rare disorder called cocoon syndrome results in a minor intestinal blockage. It is also known as sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis or encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS), and it causes a fibro-collagenous peritoneal membrane to surround the small intestinal loops. Small intestine obstruction is an uncommon condition caused by the idiopathic partial or complete encapsulation of the bowel within a fibro collagenous membrane, known as abdominal cocoon syndrome (ACS).

COCOON SYNDROME

CAUSES OF COCOON SYNDROME

There are the following causes that are associated with cocoon syndrome:

  1. Peritoneal dialysis
  2. HIV
  3. Liver transplant
  4. IdiopathicTuberculosis
  5. Abdominal trauma
  6. Neuroendocrine tumours
  7. Generalised inflammation of the peritoneum
  8. Hemodialysis
  9. Drugs (beta blockers)
  10. Protein S deficiency

SYMPTOMS OF COCOON SYNDROME

  1. Fever
  2. Vomiting
  3. Loss of appetite
  4. Abdominal distension
  5. Fatigue
  6. Loss of weight
  7. Ascites with hypoproteinemia
  8. Constipation
  9. Abdominal pain
  10. Nausea

DIAGNOSIS OF COCOON SYNDROME

  1. Ultrasonography
  2. CT- scan
  3. X- ray
  4. MRI
  5. Laparotomy

TREATMENT OF COCOON SYNDROME

  1. Correction of the underlying cause
  2. Prevention of encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis
  3. Medical therapy
  4. Surgical treatment

AYURVEDIC ASPECT OF COCOON SYNDROME

In Ayurveda, cocoon syndrome is related to vata vyadhi. The vata dosha in this illness was merely made worse. In this, vata vitiated due to causative factors and increased vata dosha may result in inflammation of the membrane of the intestine and may result in cocoon syndrome.

CAUSATIVE FACTORS OF VATA VYADHI

  1. Falling from a certain height
  2. Excessive strain
  3. Injury due to fighting
  4. Carrying heavy loads
  5. Performing heavy exercise

SYMPTOMS OF VATA VRIDHI

  1. Jwara (Fever)
  2. Vaman (Vomiting)
  3. Alasya (Fatigue)
  4. Anaha (Abdominal distension)
  5. Aruchi (Loss of appetite)
  6. Mala avrodh (Constipation)
  7. Jalodhar (Ascites)
  8. Loss of weight
  9. Abdominal pain
  10. Nausea

TREATMENT

  1. Snehana (Oleation therapy)
  2. Swedana (Induced sweating)
  3. Abhyanga (Massage)

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR COCOON SYNDROME

Planet Ayurveda is a GMP-certified Ayurvedic clinic that creates a variety of herbal treatments for the treatment of those who are ill as well as the prevention of various health problems. Every formulation created by Planet Ayurveda is free from any kind of resin, colour, or ingredient. These treatments are completely natural and were created under the supervision of M.D. Ayurvedic doctors, and the formulations had no negative side effects. Planet Ayurveda offers a variety of herbal remedies for the Treatment of Cocoon Syndrome, which we will discuss further in this article in detail.

PRODUCT LIST

  1. TRIPHALA CAPSULES
  2. PANCHSAKAR CHURNA
  3. DIGESTOPLAN SYRUP
  4. ACIDOPLAN SYRUP
  5. MAHASHANKH VATI

Herbal Remedies For Cocoon Syndrome

Herbal Supplements for cocoon syndrome

1. TRIPHALA CAPSULES

Triphala capsules are multi-herbal capsules that are formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Terminalia chebula (Haritaki), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), and Emblica officinalis (Amalaki). It helps in the improvement of intestinal health and the removal of toxins from the body. It also strengthens the immune system and has antioxidant and rasayana qualities. Haritaki, which is incorporated into this capsule, helps to strengthen the digestive system and boost metabolism. Amalaki is a high source of vitamin C, which promotes liver health and immunity. Bibhitaki is well known for its liver health benefits. Triphala therefore helps digestion, eliminates toxins, and enhances immunity.

Dosage: Take 1 capsule twice daily.

2. PANCHSAKAR CHURNA

Panchsakar churna is a multi-herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Zingiber officinale (Sonth), Senai (Cassia angustifolia), Foeniculum vulgare (Saunf), Saindhav lavan (Rock salt), and Choti Harad (Terminalia chebula). According to the Charak Samhita, harad is the best medication for treating sprue, indigestion, constipation, abdominal gas that rises, and loss of appetite. Saunf alleviates vata and kapha and is primarily used as a digestive, appetising, and stimulating aid. It is used in a number of digestion-related ailments such as diarrhoea, dysentery, gas trouble, nausea, and anorexia. It is also beneficial in conditions involving minor coughs and colds, burning urination and halitosis.

Dosage: Take ½ teaspoon twice daily.

3. DIGESTOPLAN SYRUP

Digestoplan syrup is a multi-herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Foeniculum vulgare (Saunf), Pudina (Mentha piperita), Anethum sowa (Shatapushpa), Dhanayak (Coriandrum sativum), Cuminum cyminum (Jeerak), and some other ingredients. Pudina mainly pacifies kapha and vata. Pudina is acclaimed as a stimulant, expectorant, antispasmodic, murderer of intestinal worms, and moderately analgesic plant. It is well known for its carminative, digestive, fragrant, and antiemetic properties. Jeera is a wind repellent, anti-colic, and intestinal adsorbent agent. It alleviates anorexia, abdominal distension, motion sickness, indigestion, and intestinal worms.

Dosage: Take 2 teaspoons twice daily.

4. ACIDOPLAN SYRUP

Acidoplan syrup is a multi-herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Aloe barbadensis (Ghrit Kumari), Sajjikshar (Soda-bi-carb), Garcinia indica (Kokum), Pittapapada (Fumaria indica), and some other ingredients. Aloe is a digestive, carminative, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic medicine. It acts as a purgative and kills intestinal worms when given in large doses. It is also beneficial for liver and spleen disorders. It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal action, as well as wound healing properties. Sajjikshar helps with abdominal lumps, abdominal colic pain, and worm infestation.

Dosage: Take 2 teaspoons twice daily.

5. MAHASHANKH VATI

Mahashankh vati is a multi-herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Shankha bhasma (Conch shell ash), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Rock salt (Saindhav lavan), and other ingredients. This tablet is quite beneficial in the treatment of indigestion, abdominal pain, and irregular eating habits. This medication is particularly effective in removing gas from the stomach and relieving indigestion. It is helpful for abdominal colicky pain and headaches and balances vata dosha in the body.

Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice to be chewed 20 minutes before a meal.

Contact Planet Ayurveda Support Team to provide you the costing/ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or Call at 0172-521-4040 (India), +91-172-521-4040 (Outside India) or Whatsapp at (+91) 842-749-4030.

CONCLUSION

A thick peritoneal membrane that encircles the intestine is a symptom of the rare condition known as cocoon syndrome. It could be the primary cause or a complication of other factors, such as prior abdominal surgery. A rare disorder called cocoon syndrome results in a minor intestinal blockage. It is also known as sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis or encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS), and it causes a fibro-collagenous peritoneal membrane to surround the small intestinal loops. In Ayurveda, cocoon syndrome is related to vata vyadhi. The vata dosha in this illness was merely made worse. Increased Vata dosha may result in aches and pains. Planet Ayurveda provides some herbal remedies for the management of cocoon syndrome without causing any side effects.

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October 6, 2023

Herbal Remedies for SAVI – String-Associated Vasculopathy Infancy Dependent

ABSTRACT

It is a rare autoinflammatory disease. SAVI causes severe lung disease and interstitial lung disease. It occurs due to mutations in the STING1 gene which gives the instruction for making STING (stimulator of interferon genes) protein. It involves the abnormal inflammation in the body that is in the skin, lungs, and blood vessels. Inflammation normally occurs when the white blood cells of our body reach the site of injury to fight against bacteria and help in tissue repair. Excessive inflammation damages the tissues and cells of our body. Inflammation occurs due to autoinflammatory disease.

INTRODUCTION

SAVI is an inflammation of the body due to a mutation in the STING1 gene in the body. It starts from the first few months of life. The signs and symptoms are mostly of blood vessels and damage to tissue. As an infant suffers from SAVI the lesions occur on the face, nose, and ears. These lesions start in the form of lesions and turn into ulcers and lastly tissue damage. The skin problems mostly worsen in cold weather. Due to abnormal blood vessels in the skin, the skin turns into purplish discoloration. People affected with SAVI also experience symptoms of Raynaud phenomenon as fingers and toes turn white or blue in colour due to exposure to cold temperatures and any type of stress.

autoinflammatory disease

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

When the protein content STING shifts to its normal position the SAVI disease occurs. Normally, the STING protein is present in the cytoplasm of cells but in this condition, the protein is present in the Golgi apparatus.

CAUSES

The main cause of SAVI is mutation in STING1 genes. There are some risk factors that cause SAVI are described below-

  1. A positive family history
  2. Abnormality in the cytoplasm of cells

SYMPTOMS

The SAVI includes the following symptoms

  1. Interstitial lung disease
  2. Skin lesions on fingers, cheeks, nose, toes and soles
  3. Myositis (when the immune system attacks the muscles of the body)
  4. Joint stiffness
  5. Rashes on skin
  6. Blisters on skin
  7. Ulcer in the mucous membrane
  8. Ulcers on the skin
  9. Abdominal pain
  10.  Difficulty in breathing
  11.  Swelling and inflammation in hands and feet
  12.  Vomiting
  13.  Diarrhea
  14.  Fever
  15.  Anemia
  16.  Fatigue

DIAGNOSIS

The SAVI include the following diagnosis

  1. Clinical examination
  2. Evaluation of medical history
  3. Assess the signs and symptoms of patients
  4. Blood test- ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) and C-reactive protein are elevated
  5. Skin biopsy- Shows the inflammation of capillaries
  6. Lung biopsy- Shows the follicular hyperplasia and fibrosing alveolitis

COMPLICATION

The SAVI includes the following complications

  1. Chronic inflammation
  2. Scarring of skin
  3. Disfigurement of skin
  4. Loss of mobility
  5. Organ damage mostly involves the lung
  6. Gangrene forms on the tips of the finger

TREATMENT

The treatment includes the following

  1. Control the inflammation
  2. Prevent organ damage
  3. Supportive care is given to reduce symptoms
  4. Steroids – To reduce inflammation
  5. Antibiotics -To prevent infections
  6. Immunosuppressant – To suppress the immune system

AYURVEDA ASPECT FOR STRING-ASSOCIATED VASCULOPATHY INFANCY DEPENDANT

  • As  Acharya Charak explained in Sharira sthana च.शा.०३ chapter खुडाक गर्भावकृान्ति शारीर (Khuddika Garbhavkranti Sharira ) explained बीज दुष्टि (defect in ovum and sperm).
  • The defect in the ovum and sperm is due to 3 reasons: बीज (sperm and ova), बीज भाग (chromosomes), and बीज भाग अवयव (genes). In च.शा.०४।०४ the 7 भाव (qualities) are described by Acharya Charak that is  मातृज भाव (maternal factor), पितृज भाव (paternal factor), आत्मज भाव (soul),   सात्मयज भाव (wholesomeness), रसज भाव (nutritional factor), and सत्वज भाव (psych/mind). The disorder is found before the birth so considered in  सहज रोग.
  • As the dosha is vitiated the signs and symptoms are seen according to the severity of the disease.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR STRING-ASSOCIATED VASCULOPATHY INFANCY DEPENDANT BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda is GMP-certified. Their products are 100% pure, easy to use and free from any type of adulterant, preservatives, fillers, yeast, and chemicals. The products are prepared under the guidance of an M.D. Ayurveda experts. The products are effective and have no side effects. The herbal remedies by planet Ayurveda for string-associated vasculopathy infancy dependant-

Product list

  1. Boswellia curcumin
  2. Arvindasav
  3. Syrup Infee
  4. Manjishtha capsules

Product Description

1. Boswellia curcumin

The Boswellia capsules contain Curcumin (Curcuma longa), and Shallaki (Boswellia serrata). Inflammation in blood vessels and lungs is associated with SAVI so curcumin helps to reduce inflammation as it has anti-inflammatory properties. Curcumin also reduces muscle weakness, and muscle pain and protects from muscle damage. As skin discoloration and ulcers form on the skin, the shallaki helps to reduce those symptoms.

Dosage– 1 capsule twice daily, with plain water, after meals

2. Arvindasav

The Arvindasav has a mixture of many herbs as it contains Bach (Acorus calamus), Kachoor (Curcuma zedoaria), Amla (Embilica officinalis), Sarva (Hemidesmus indicus), Sarfonka (Tephrosia), water and many more herbs. As a mental weakness, jatamansi helps to improve mental weakness. As skin discoloration is there amla improves skin complexion. As Arjuna has antioxidant properties it prevents the formation of free radicals that cause skin damage. Munakka has anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties; it reduces bacterial infections and also reduces inflammation.

Dosage– 2 teaspoons daily after meals

3. Syrup Infee

The syrup contains extract of Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) and Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia). Yashtimadhu helps to improve the degeneration process, and skin-related problems, and reduces weakness or fatigue of the body. Guduchi has the property of immunomodulator which helps to improve the immune system of the body.

Dosage– 2 teaspoons twice daily with water

4.  Manjishtha capsules

The capsules are made up of a single extraction of Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia).Skin discoloration associated with SAVI Manjistha helps the skin for its natural color, it also reduces the ulcers and blisters present on the skin.  Manjistha contains madhura, tikta, and kshaya rasa so pacifying the pitta dosha and helpful in reducing fever. It contains astringent properties so reduces mobility and is helpful to treat diarrhoea. It promotes skin glow in both ways, internally and externally.

Dosage– 1 capsule twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

Contact Planet Ayurveda Support Team to provide you the costing/ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or Call at 0172-521-4040 (India), +91-172-521-4040 (Outside India) or Whatsapp at (+91) 842-749-4030.

CONCLUSION

In this article, we talk about the introduction, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of string-associated vasculopathy infancy dependent. As the doshas are imbalanced there is an imbalance in the functioning of the body. In Ayurveda च.शा.०३ chapter खुडाक गर्भावकृान्ति शारीर tell about the बीज दुष्टि. Where defect in ovum and sperm at the time of fusion of gametes. There are three main reasons for this defect in the ovum and sperm, genes, and chromosomes. As this disease is hereditary it is considered in सहज रोग. The planet Ayurveda provides herbal remedies to treat the string associated with vasculopathy infancy dependent Boswellia curcumin, Arvindasav, Syrup Infee, and Manjishtha capsules.

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