Encephalomalacia Causes, Symptoms and Herbal Treatment

Abstract

The softening and loss of brain tissue due to injuries such as craniocerebral trauma, cerebral ischemia, or any other trauma to the brain affects the neurons in the brain that are in the white and grey parts of the brain. It also includes the various parts of the brain such as the frontal lobe, parietal lobe, occipital lobe, and temporal lobe. It affects the sensory and motor functions of the body. If proper treatment is not given to the patient it affects several parts of the brain. Surgery is done in severe cases.

INTRODUCTION

Due to any trauma or disease, the brain tissue softens. The disease starts in one part of the brain and later affects a different part of the brain. It is difficult to treat because brain cells do not regenerate in the brain. As a result, it causes the dysfunction of the body system. It can occur in all age groups but when it is diagnosed in infants it can be fatal. Encephalomacia symptoms vary from one another as it depends on which brain part is affected by injury. This condition is very serious and requires immediate treatment If left untreated it leads to coma, seizures, and even death.

CAUSES

Some of the causes of encephalopathy are

1. Infection
2. Ischemia (decreased blood flow and oxygen supply to the brain)
3. Cerebral stroke due to obstruction in blood supply
4. Scar tissue due to scarring of tissue the tissue contract itself and cause encephalopathy
5. Haemorrhage
6. Abnormal collections of blood in the brain

TYPES OF ENCEPHALOMALACIA

There are three types of encephalomalacia which are described as follows

Red softening

The brain tissue is red in colour because blood is present in this area. It is seen in hemorrhagic stroke patients.

White softening

The brain tissue is white in color due to the absence of blood in this area. Due to the absence of blood supply in this area, the area seems white or yellowish in appearance. It indicates the damage to brain cells.

Yellow softening

Due to the formation of plaques in arteries of the brain the brain tissue appears yellow in colour. It is commonly seen in trauma patients.

SYMPTOMS

1. Difficulty in speaking
2. Difficulty in swallowing
3. Difficulty in sleeping
4. Difficulty in movement
5. Difficulty in coordination
6. Muscle weakness
7. Change in the behaviour
8. Mood swings due to frontal lobe affected
9. Difficulty in focus
10. Involuntary movements of the eye
11. Difficulty in vision may be permanent or temporary
12. Tremors
13. Walking in sleep
14.  Severe headache
15. Vertigo
16. Coma
17. Memory loss occurs when the frontal lobe is affected

DIAGNOSIS

Physical examinations are done by the physician. Some tests done for encephalomalacia are

1. Blood test
2. Urine test
3. Spinal fluid test
4. EEG (Electroencephalography) to measure the electrical activity of the brain
5. CT (Computerised tomography) scan to see the volume loss of fluid, soft tissue of the brain.
6. MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging) to produce an internal picture of the brain

TREATMENT

1. Take fibre rich diet
2. Avoid improper diet and improper activities
3. Stem cell therapy
4. In severe cases remove the damaged part of the tissue

AYURVEDA ASPECT FOR ENCEPHALOMALACIA

In ayurveda, it is due to the vitiation of tridosha that is vata, pitta, and kapha. It is considered under Abhighataj rog. As Acharya Vagbhat explained उपशीर्षक rog in Kaumarbhritya under अ.ह.२३।२१. Due to causative factors the vata dosha vitates and and stays in Kapal pradesh (head) and causes the shopha (edema) in Shiro pradesh (head). As it stays in the head, the involvement of blood and there is a change in swelling, and pain in the head even the color of the skin affected area.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR ENCEPHALOMALACIA BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda provides a mixture of herbal medicines which are effective and safe. The products offered by Planet Ayurveda are 100% pure, easy to use, and free from preservatives, chemicals, fillers, or adulterants. The herbal formulations offered by Planet Ayurveda for encephalomalacia are

Products list

1. Gotu Kola Capsules
2. Brahmi Capsules
3. Ashwagandhaghan Vati
4. Curcumin 95% Capsules
5. Telo-Extension
6. Swarn Vasant Malti Ras

Product Description for Encephalomalacia

1. GOTU KOLA CAPSULES

It is made from the extraction of a single herb Gotu kola (Centella asiatica). Due to tikta rasa, it is useful to pacify kapha and pitta dosha. As the body needs strength due to injury to the head it provides strength and balance proper functioning of the body. As skin discolours due to injury it corrects the complexion of skin. As nerves are affected due to injury they maintain the neurological functions and correct nerve impulse functions.

Dosage– 2 capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

2. BRAHMI CAPSULES

It is made up of single drug extraction of Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri). Brahmi is helpful in memory loss. As brain tissue is affected it acts as a brain tonic it improves normal brain activity and reduces the stiffness and pain of the affected area. As patient behaviour changes frequently, it is helpful in enhancing the mood. It nourishes the blood cells and coordinates the nervous system, increasing the brain functions.

Dosage– 2 capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

3. ASHWAGANDHAGHAN VATI

It is a single herb formulation with the extraction of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera).  As nerves are affected it maintains neurological health and maintains the immune system of the body. It reduces stress and calms the mind. Reduces the inflammation of the affected area. As memory loss is seen in patients it improves memory power.

Dosage– 2 tablets twice daily with lukewarm water.

4. CURCUMIN 95% CAPSULES

It is an herbal formulation prepared by standardised extraction of Haridra (Curcuma longa 95%).  It reduces the pain, inflammation, numbness, and stiffness of the brain. It removes the toxins from the body and supports the immune system. It prevents inflammation of the brain that prevents long-term side effects in the brain.

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

5. TELO-EXTENSION

Telo extension is a mixture of herbs that contain Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Amla (Emblica officinalis), Grapeseed (Vitis vinifera), Moringa (Moringa oleifera), Pine Bark (Pinus longifolia) and other herbs. It nourishes the body cells and maintains healthy functioning of the body. It pacifies all three doshas and calms the mind. It boosts memory function and reduces stress and anxiety resulting in an improvement in the immune functions of the body.

Dosage– 2 capsules twice daily.

6. SWARN VASANT MALTI RAS

It consists mixture of herbs like Kali Maricha (Piper nigrum), Swarna bhasma (Gold calx), Shuddha hingula (An ore of mercury and sulphur), Kharpara (Rasaka), Mukta bhasma (calx of pearl) and many other herbs. It pacifies the vata and kapha dosha. It helps in digestion and respiratory problems. It is helpful in reducing inflammation and preventing brain disorders. It is useful in the unuseful behaviour of patients and different mood disorders. As swarna bhasma contains Rasayan and balances the vata dosha it is helpful in increasing memory.

Dosage– 1 tablet twice daily with honey.

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CONCLUSION

As we studied in this article encephalomalacia is a life-threatening condition that causes permanent brain damage. It is more fatal in infants. The disease severity depends on the part or tissue damage in the brain.  If this condition is left untreated it leads to coma, seizures, or even death. As Acharya Vagbhat explained उपशीर्षक rog in Kaumarbhritya under अ.ह.२३।२१. Due to vitiation of vata dosha, it stays in the head and causes edema of the head. In Planet Ayurveda, some herbal remedies are provided to cure encephalomalacia.