Multiple Sclerosis – Causes, Symptoms & Herbal Remedies

Posted on October 30, 2019 by Dr. Vikram Chauhan

As per Ayurveda Aspect:

It is correlated with kushta roga or twak vikar. In this condition there is a vitiation of all the three doshas and they starts accumulating in the skin tissues and causes discoloration of the skin.

As per Modern Aspect:

Multiple sclerosis is a condition related to damage in the central nervous system that results in the varied and unpredictable symptoms of the disease. In most patients, this disease is characterized by episodes of reversible neurological deficits, which is often followed by progressive neurological deterioration over time. The central nervous system of our body is made up of the brain, and spinal cord. Within this system, the immune system causes inflammation that damages myelin — the fatty substance that surrounds and insulates the nerve fibers.
Multiple Sclerosis

What are the Causes of Multiple Sclerosis?

The main cause of multiple sclerosis is usually unknown. It is considered as an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system starts attacking its own tissues. In this disease, the immune system malfunction destroys the fatty substance that protects the nerve fibers in the spinal cord and brain. When the protective myelin gets damaged and nerve fiber is exposed, the messages that travel along these nerves may be blocked.

What are the Factors of Multiple Sclerosis?

1. Infectious Factors

Many viruses and bacteria — such as measles, human herpesvirus-6, Epstein Barr virus (EBV) and Chlamydia pneumonia, these are involved in the development of multiple sclerosis.

2. Genetic Factors

Multiple sclerosis is not an inherited disease means it is not a disease that is passed down from generation to another generation. However, there may be a genetic risk of Multiple sclerosis. The risk of developing MS is also increased when other first-degree relatives (parents, siblings, and children) have this disease, but far less than in identical twins.

3. Environmental Factors

There are several environmental factors that contribute to the risk of developing this disease. There is no single risk factor that provokes it but several factors are believed to contribute to the overall risk. Factors include low vitamin D levels in the blood, smoking, and obesity.

What are the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis?

Symptoms related to multiple sclerosis may differ greatly from person to person and depends upon the location of affected nerve fibers. Symptoms include:

Weakness or numbness in one or more upper and lower limbs that typically occurs on one side of the body at a time.
A sensation of electric-shock that can occur with certain neck movements, especially bending the neck in a forward direction.
Tremors
Lack of coordination
Pitting ulcers on fingertips

Some vision problems may also occur:

Partial or complete loss of vision, usually in one eye at a time, associated with pain during eye movement.
Prolonged double vision
Blurring of vision

Other symptoms may also include:

Slurred speech
Fatigue and weakness
Dizziness
Nausea
Tingling sensation or pain in different parts of the body
Problems related to bowel and bladder function
Abdominal bloating
Diarrhea
Heart burn

Risk factors of Multiple Sclerosis

There are several risk factors that may increase the risk of developing multiple sclerosis:

Age: It can occur at any age, but usually affects the people between the age of 16 and 55.
Sex: Women are likely to be affected more than men.
Family History: If one of your parents or siblings has or had this disease then you are at a higher risk of developing this disease.
Certain Infections: Several viruses have been linked to multiple sclerosis, including Epstein-Barr, the virus that causes infectious mononucleosis.
Race: White people, particularly those of Northern Europe are at the highest risk of developing multiple sclerosis.
Vitamin D: Having lower level of vitamin D and lower exposure to sunlight may increase the risk of multiple sclerosis.
Certain Autoimmune Diseases: Certain autoimmune disorders that may lead to multiple types of sclerosis such as thyroid disease, inflammatory bowel disease or type 1 diabetes mellitus.
Smoking: Smokers are more prone to develop Multiple sclerosis than nonsmokers.

Herbal Remedies for Multiple Sclerosis
Planet Ayurveda provides the best combination of effective herbal remedies such as Sclero Care Pack for ayurvedic treatment of scleroderma. These herbal remedies are prepared from using the best quality herbs and strictly follow the principles of Ayurveda. All these herbal remedies of Planet Ayurveda are 100 percent pure, natural and vegetarian. These are free from chemicals, additives, and preservatives. These are safe to use as these are free from side effects.

Sclero Care Pack

1. Ashwagandha Capsules

Ashwagandha capsules contain pure extract of Ashwagandha herb. Ashwagandha is called as the nerve tonic that keeps the nerves healthy. It has an anti-inflammatory property that reduces the inflammation and it has a very beneficial effect on the overall health of a person. These capsules are helpful in boosting up the immune system, enhancing physical and mental capabilities and eliminating toxins from the body. Moreover, these capsules have the ability to pacify ‘Vata’ and ‘Pitta’ dosha in the body. It keeps the heart-healthy.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice or thrice daily with plain water after meals.

2. Boswellia Curcumin

Boswellia curcumin is formulated by the combination of two anti-inflammatory herbs-curcumin (Curcuma longa) and shallaki (Boswellia curcumin). Shallaki has the ability to fight against inflammation while curcumin has excellent anti-oxidant property. These capsules increase the blood supply to the joints and maintain their proper functioning.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice a day with plain water after meals.

3. Gotu kola Capsules

These capsules contain pure and standardized extract of Gotu Kola herb. Gotu kola has several medicinal properties. Patients suffering from scleroderma can use these capsules because these capsules can pacify the pitta dosha and support the healthy circulation of the body.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

4. Sanjivani Vati

These tablets are formulated by several natural and powerful herbs such as Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis),Vidanga (Embelia ribes), Pippali (Piper longum), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Vacha (Acorus calamus), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), Vidanga (Embelia ribes), Shudha bhallataka (Semecarpus anacardium), and Shudha vatsnabh (Aconitum ferox). These tablets eliminate toxins and waste materials from the body. It also improves the digestive health of a person.

Dosage: 2 tablets twice daily with plain water after meals.

5. Gandhak Rasayan

The tablets are prepared from the pure Shuddh Gandhak (Purified Sulfur) with antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. They also improve the health of the skin by removing their dead surface. Being an immuno-modulator, it enhances the functioning of the immune system.