Ayurvedic Treatment For Berylliosis With Herbal Remedies

Abstract

Berylliosis is a form of metal poisoning caused by inhalation of beryllium dust or its compounds. Beryllium is a metallic element used in high-technology ceramics, electronics, dental alloy preparation, etc. The most common symptoms of berylliosis are fever, dry cough, fatigue, etc. Berylliosis is a granulomatous disease. Continued exposure to beryllium causes the development of small inflammatory nodules called Granulomas.

Berylliosis

Introduction

Berylliosis is also known as Chronic Beryllium Disease (CBD). CBD is a chronic allergic-type lung disease which is caused by exposure to beryllium. There are two types of Berylliosis- Acute and Chronic. The most common symptoms of Berylliosis are fever, cough, shortness of breath, weight loss, etc. Some people may not have symptoms.  CBD is more likely to develop in individuals who work in industries that manufacture beryllium. This disease has a slow onset and progression. Berylliosis is a granulomatous disease in which small inflammatory nodules are formed. Granuloma formation is seen in other conditions such as Sarcoidosis and Tuberculosis, therefore the distinction between these diseases can be difficult. Rarely can one get granulomas in other organs including the liver. Definitive diagnosis of berylliosis is based on the history of the patients, lung biopsy, chest X-ray, etc. As per Ayurveda Berylliosis is characterized in Agantuja Vikara which means disease caused by entrance of a foreign body or some injuries. It is a kapha dominant disease.

Types Of Berylliosis

There are two types of Berylliosis

  1. Acute Beryllium Disease – It is rare now because most industries have reduced exposure levels. It has a rapid onset and progresses quickly.
  2. Chronic Beryllium Disease – It develops in people who have become sensitized to beryllium. It is an autoimmune condition. Beryllium exposure can lead to a cell-mediated immune response. T-cells become sensitized to beryllium and then proliferate. It leads to the release of proinflammatory cytokines and granulomatous.

Causes Of Berylliosis

Exposure to the beryllium is the underlying causative factor. Chronic beryllium disease is more likely to develop in individuals who work in industries that manufacture beryllium. Industries that use heavy beryllium are electronics, defense industries, dental/alloy appliances, automotive, etc. Beryllium exposure tends to occur by inhalation of beryllium dust or its compounds but also it can occur by skin exposure which can cause rashes on the skin.

Signs and symptoms

The onset of symptoms can range from weeks up to years. The symptoms of Beryllium disease are written as follows

  1. Shortness of breath
  2. Fever
  3. Cough
  4. Joint pain
  5. Chest pain
  6. Weight loss
  7. Night sweats
  8. Loss of appetite

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of berylliosis is based on different factors which are written below

  1. History taking and physical examination of a patient – Diagnosis of CBD can be done by history taking in which the doctor will ask about symptoms like cough, weight loss, night sweats, fatigue, etc. The history of exposure to beryllium is important to consider. Physical examination may reveal crackles, rash, lymphadenopathy, and hepatosplenomegaly.
  2. Chest X-ray / CT- scan –  Chest X-ray can show scarring in the lungs.
  3. Breathing test – It is done by spirometry. It can measure how much air a person can inhale or exhale.
  4. Beryllium lymphocyte proliferation test – It measures the reaction of WBC to beryllium. If it shows positive results it means the person is sensitised to beryllium.
  5. Bronchoscopy – This is done by inserting a tube with a camera into the lungs.
  6. Lung biopsy – It can show granulomatous inflammation.

Ayurvedic View

According to Ayurveda, there are two kinds of vikara

  1. Nija vikara- Nija vikar is an endogenous disease caused by an imbalance of three doshas: Vata, Pita, and Kapha.
  2. Agantuja vikara- It occurs when the patient suffers from exogenous or external factors such as poisonous substances, blunt trauma, fire, etc.

Chronic Beryllium Disease is characterized by Agantuja Vikara because CBD is caused by exposure to beryllium. As per Ayurveda, in the case of Agantuja vikara, it will not vitiate the three doshas in the initial stage, later will vitiate the doshas and show the symptoms as manifested. It may be caused mainly by Kapha (dominant) and Vata Dosha.

Pathogenesis (Samprapti) According To Ayurveda

  • Due to causative factors (Nidana sewan) like exposure to beryllium and cold, dry, oily food, kapha and vata dosha will vitiate.
  • Vitiation of kapha and vata dosha will weaken digestive fire(Agnimandya) and signify the state of the inadequate process of digestion.
  • Then Ama will be formed due to indigestion (Ajirna) and circulate all over the body through channels (Strotas) and get lodged in different parts of the body.
  • Vitiated kapha will block the Pranavaha Srotas (Vital system which represents the respiratory and circulatory system) and show symptoms like shortness of breath, cough, chest pain, etc
  • Vitiated vata will show symptoms like joint pain.

Symptoms (lakshana) According To Ayurveda

  • Cough (Kasa)
  • Breathing difficulty (shwasa avrudh)
  • Joint pain (Sandhiruja)
  • Chest pain(Parshavshoola)
  • Loss of appetite(Bhaktadwesh)

Treatment (Chikitsa) According To Ayurveda

In Ayurveda, the shodhana procedure (panchakarma) is a major treatment modality that involves bringing vitiated doshas to the koshtha and eliminating them.

  1. Vaman karma (Therapeutic emesis) – Vaman karma is the prime procedure (Pradhan karma) meant for inducing therapeutic vomiting indicated for the purification of urdhwa bhaga (upper part) of the body. In this process content of the stomach including kapha and pitta is expelled out of the body through the oral route. This therapy could be done by giving herbs like Madanfala, yashtimadhu, etc.
  2. Vaman karma (Therapeutic emesis) – Vaman karma is the prime procedure (Pradhan karma) meant for inducing therapeutic vomiting indicated for the purification of urdhwa bhaga (upper part) of the body. In this process content of the stomach including kapha and pitta is expelled out of the body through the oral route. This therapy could be done by giving herbs like Madanfala, yashtimadhu, etc.

Herbal Remedies For Berylliosis By Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda provides the best and most effective herbal remedies for berylliosis such as Praanrakshak Churna, Vasaka Capsules, Immune booster, Curcumin 95%, Immune Booster, Vikramprash, Kapha Balance. Planet Ayurveda is a global Ayurvedic pharma company. The products of Planet Ayurveda are GMP-certified. These herbal remedies are formulated under the guidance of Dr. Vikram Chauhan (MD-Ayurveda). These products are preservative and chemical-free. These herbal remedies are formulated from pure and natural herbs.

  1. Praanrakshak Churna
  2. Curcumin 95%
  3. Vasaka Capsules
  4. Immune Booster
  5. Vikramprash
  6. Kapha Balance
Herbal Remedies For Berylliosis By Planet Ayurveda

Product Description

1. Praanrakshak Churna

This formulation is in the powdered form. This ayurvedic preparation is prepared by using Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Vasa(Adhatoda vasica), Shirish(Albizia lebbeck), etc. This product acts as a bronchodilator. It has anti-inflammatory, and anti-allergic properties. This product promotes drainage of thick mucus from the lungs. This formulation is very good in managing disorders related to the respiratory system.

Dosage – 1 tablespoon twice a day with plain water after a meal.

2. Curcumin 95%

It is in capsule form. It is a single herb formulation prepared by extract of Haridra (Curcuma longa). Curcumin has anti-arthritic properties which aids in treating joint pain. Its natural antiseptic property will help fight infections that cause fever, cough, etc. Curcumin has a natural anti-inflammatory property that reduces inflammation in the respiratory system and helps in shortness of breath.

Dosage – 2 capsules twice a day with plain water after a meal.

3. Vasaka Capsules

This herbal product is in capsule form. It is prepared from pure extract of vasa (Adhatoda vasica). Vasaka has been traditionally used in the management of respiratory issues like shortness of breath, cough, etc. It contains bioactive compounds such as vasicine and vasicinone, which have bronchodilator and expectorant properties. It also has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties making it valuable in combating infections.

Dosage – 1 capsule twice a day with plain water.

4. Immune Booster

This formulation is in capsule form. It contains various herbs like Grape seed(Vitis vinifera), Bhumi amla(Phyllanthus niruri), Amalaki(Phyllanthus emblica), etc. Immune booster has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties which help to treat fever, cough, improve breathing, and increase appetite. This product also increases bone density and strength which helps to reduce pain and joint damage.

Dosage – 1 capsule twice a day with plain water.

5. Vikramprash

Vikramprash is an effective herbal formulation of Planet Ayurveda which contains various ingredients like Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Bilva (Aegle marmelos), Amla (Emblica officinalis), Agnimantha (Premna mucronata) and many more. It contains herbs that contain nourishing and rejuvenating properties. Also due to its Anti-inflammatory and Immunomodulatory properties, it helps in relieving inflammation and enhancing immunity of the body. It balances all the three doshas of the body. Antioxidant properties of the herbs of Vikramprash help in the management of respiratory symptoms of Berylliosis.

Dosage – 1 tablespoon twice daily with milk.

6. Kapha Balance

Kapha Balance of Planet Ayurveda is a herbal formulation that contains Pippali (Piper longum), Karchoor (Curcuma zedoaria), Bharangi (Clerodendrum serratum), Chironji (Buchanania latifolia) and Shati (Hedychium spicatum). Pippali helps in balancing Kapha dosha effectively and thus helps in managing Ama (Toxins) formation. Karchoor helps in increasing digestive fire due to its digestive properties. It also helps in enhancing liver functions. Bharangi is effective in Kapha balancing due to its hot potency. It also contains digestive properties. Chironji and Shati contain anti-inflammatory properties and also help in balancing Vata and Kapha dosha. Shati

Conclusion

Berylliosis is also known as Chronic Beryllium Disease (CBD). Beryllium is a metallic element that is used in high-technology ceramics, electronics, dental alloy preparation, etc. This disease has a slow onset and progression. The most common symptoms of Berylliosis are fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Diagnosis for berylliosis is based on Lung biopsy, History taking, chest x-ray, etc. According to Ayurveda Chronic Beryllium Disease is characterised in the Agantuja Vikara. Planet Ayurveda offers effective herbal remedies for Berylliosis such as Praanrakshak churna, vasaka, immune booster, etc. They are very effective, pure, and safe to use.

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Dr. Vikram Chauhan (MD - Ayurveda) is a Globally Renowned Ayurveda Physician with Expertise of more than 25 Years. He is the CEO & Founder of Planet Ayurveda Private Limited, a leading Ayurveda Brand, Manufacturing, and Export Company with a Chain of Clinics and Branches in the US, Europe, Africa, Southeast Asia, India, and other parts of the World. He is also an Ayurveda Author who has written Books on Ayurveda, translated into Many European Languages. One of his Books is "Ayurveda – God’s Manual for Healing". He is on a Mission to Spread Ayurveda All Over the Planet through all the Possible Mediums. With his Vast Experience in Herbs and their Applied Uses, he is successfully treating Numerous Patients suffering from Various Ailments with the help of the Purest Herbal Supplements, Diet, and Lifestyle, according to the Principles of Ayurveda. For More Details, visit www.PlanetAyurveda.com