Posted by admin in Herpes on 23. Jun, 2009 | 1 Comment
Herpes Zoster or Shingles is caused by the reactivation of the Varicella-Zoster Virus – the same virus that causes chickenpox. Once a person has had chickenpox, the virus remains dormant in the nerves. In about 20% of cases, the virus reactivates, often many years after the chickenpox infection, and causes Herpes Zoster (Shingles).
It is not [...]
Conventional System
There are mainly 3 antiviral drugs used to treat genital and oral herpes. They are:
Acyclovir (Zovirax or generic)
Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
Famiciclovir (Famvir)
These drugs are used either a) to treat symptoms once an outbreak has already begun, or b) on a more or less continual basis to suppress outbreaks, for severe cases. Some doctors peg this at [...]
Not everyone with herpes experiences symptoms. Some people go through life with this virus and infect partners without realizing it. Herpes symptoms are called outbreaks. Herpes symptoms vary from person to person and outbreak to outbreak. Some common herpes symptoms include:
Oral Herpes Symptoms
Pain, burning, tingling, or itching may occur at [...]
According to ayurvedic principles colitis (adoga raktapitta or Raktatisara) is caused due to excess or aggravated PITTA (body fire).
Ulcerative colitis being a pitta predominant disease, therefore, care should be taken to calm the pitta by diet and lifestyle modification.
Do’s;
Proper diet is very important in the treatment of ulcerative colitis. In most cases freshly prepared buttermilk, [...]
Stress is something we cope with on a daily basis. We all suffer from it but in varying degrees. It is the number one non organic killer disease.
It is a constant torture which leads to chronic conditions which can destroy human lives.
It can lead to all sorts of physical and mental symptoms.
A stressed out person [...]
Posted by admin in Press Release on 23. Apr, 2010 | No Comments
Plants have been used as folk remedies and ethnobotanical literature has described the usage of plant extracts, infusions and powders for centuries for diseases now known to be of viral origin. There is an increasing need for search of new compounds with antiviral activity as the treatment of viral infections with the available antiviral drugs [...]
Posted by admin in Herpes on 20. Jul, 2009 | No Comments
Genital herpes is one of the most prevalent sexually transmitted disease (STD). A sexually transmitted disease is a disease that you get by having sex with someone who already has the disease. Genital herpes is usually caused by the herpes simplex virus type 2 (known as HSV-2). The disease is usually transmitted by sexual intercourse, [...]
Posted by admin in HPV on 20. Jul, 2009 | No Comments
Never touch a wart on another person. do not touch, shave, or pick at a wart on yourself (or anyone else)…
The warts commonly seen on the skin are caused by a viral infection. The culprit is one of the HPVs (human papillomaviruses) that can be spread from person to person or be acquired through contact [...]
Posted by admin in Herpes on 20. Jul, 2009 | No Comments
Most people who are infected with HSV 2 or Genital herpes are not aware of it because they never have any symptoms, or they do not recognize any symptoms they might have. However, if signs and symptoms occur during the first outbreak, they can be quite pronounced. When symptoms are present, they can be different [...]
Posted by admin in Ailments on 20. Jul, 2009 | No Comments
The best known form of traditional Indian medicine is Ayurveda (from ayus, meaning ‘life’ and veda, meaning ‘knowledge’).
Origins
Ayurvedic medicine is said to have originated from the ancient Hindu sacred texts the Vedas, but these actually contain few medical references. Modern scholars believe it evolved, gradually absorbing influences from Buddhism and other traditions along the way.
The [...]
Posted by admin in Allergies on 20. Jul, 2009 | No Comments
Allergies are adverse immune system reactions to a substance that would normally be considered harmless. Allergic reactions are caused by exposure to allergens. An allergen is a protein that the body judges to be foreign and dangerous. Possible allergens include specific foods, environmental toxins, pollens, molds, mites, animal dander and a host of other irritants. [...]
Posted by admin in Arthritis on 20. Jul, 2009 | No Comments
The term arthritis is used loosely as if it encompassed one entity, although over 100 types of arthritis have been identified. For millions of Americans, arthritis limits everyday movements such as walking, standing, or even holding a pencil. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the effects of arthritis range from slight pain, stiffness, [...]
Posted by admin in Herpes on 20. Jul, 2009 | 1 Comment
Genital herpes may not be deadly, but it can be physically painful and emotionally debilitating. Those who have it may suffer from painful sores as well as feelings of shame, regret, isolation, and undesirability.
“We, as a society, don’t do well with STDs,” says Terri Warren, R.N., owner of the Westover Heights Clinic in Portland, Ore., [...]
Posted by admin in HPV, Hemorrhoids, Herpes on 20. Jul, 2009 | No Comments
Have herpes, hpv, warts, or hemorrhoids? If your doctor’s appointment is still a few days away, do your own investigation of medical conditions, health and disease and more.
We have information on everything from relieving symptoms to recognizing the signs of STD*. Find out about over-the-counter and prescription drugs used to treat diseases and conditions.* No [...]
Posted by admin in Bronchitis on 20. Jul, 2009 | No Comments
Home remedy for Bronchitis
Take steps to reduce your exposure to toxins. Avoid smoking and breathing in secondhand smoke, stay indoors as much as possible during periods of high air pollution, and wear the appropriate face mask and protection if you work with chemicals or other irritants.
Use a humidifier or vaporizer to add moisture to the [...]
