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Ayurvedic Treatment for Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) In Adults

Posted on the 05 October 2023 by Dr Vikram Chauhan @Planetayurveda9

Abstract

Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is a rare disease that usually occurs in infants and adults. Most babies have this problem. Many things can cause Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in adults, including cancer and disease. In this disease, your immune system is affected and does not work properly. Some white blood cells, primarily lymphocytes and histiocytes, attack other cells in the blood, including abnormal cells that build up in the liver and spleen and cause large tumours. Therefore, in this article today, we will briefly understand hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis.

Introduction

Adult hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is a life-threatening or rare disease in immunocompromised adults. It is usually a secondary reaction to an underlying disease, such as immunosuppression or another disease or malignancy, and requires immediate treatment for effectiveness. It is also called hemophagocytosis or hemophagocytic syndrome. This severe condition is caused by the uncontrolled growth of active macrophages and lymphocytes that secrete high levels of cytokines.

Causes

The cause of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis can be inherited or acquired. Causes are:-

  1. Weak immune system
  2. Viral infection, mainly the Epstein-Barr virus
  3. Cancer
  4. Fungal infection
  5. Bacterial infection
  6. Metabolic disorders

Types of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis

Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis are of two types:

1. Primary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis

It is a genetic condition that occurs after a mutation. In this, symptoms usually appear within the first few years of life and this can happen if you are born with a genetic predisposition to primary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis. These symptoms rarely occur in adulthood.

2. Secondary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis

Secondary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis occurs when you have an underlying condition that affects the functioning of your immune system. Other conditions that can cause Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis include infection, cancer, or autoimmune disease. Secondary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is more common than primary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis.

Symptoms

  1. Fever
  2. Rashes
  3. Thrombocytopenia
  4. Loss of consciousness
  5. Seizures
  6. Anaemia
  7. HepatomegalyPale skin
  8. Dizziness
  9. Irritability
  10. Headaches
  11. Weakness
  12. Jaundice
  13. Difficulty breathing
  14. Enlarged lymph nodes
  15. Retinal haemorrhages
  16. Splenomegaly
  17. Coma

Diagnosis

  1. Complete blood count: to detect the level of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
  2. Liver function test
  3. Blood tests: to detect any infection in the blood
  4. Bone marrow biopsy: to examine the blood cells of the bone marrow
  5. Genetic test

Treatment

  1. Antibiotics
  2. Immunosuppressants
  3. Blood transfusion
  4. Allogeneic stem cell transplant
  5. Gamma-blocking antibody

Ayurvedic Aspect

In Ayurveda, we can associate this disease with tridoshas-vata, pitta, and kapha. All three doshas are connected with each other. When kapha is broken down, it accumulates in the tissues of the body and increases pitta dosha. Kapha and pitta affect vata channels, causing inflammation or pain in the tissues, and excess kapha causes inflammation in various organs of the body. All the doshas go in the wrong direction, causing disorders in different parts or organs of the body.

Some Herbal Remedies for Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a GMP-certified Ayurvedic clinic that formulates various medicines to prevent various health problems and provide relief to sick people. All preparations that are formulated by Planet Ayurveda do not contain any preservatives, additives, or resins. These remedies are 100% pure, are formulated under the strict guidance of Ayurvedic MD practitioners, and do not cause any side effects. For the treatment of Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in adults, Planet Ayurveda provides many herbal supplements for this disease that do not cause any side effects.

Product List

  1. Kanchnaar Guggul
  2. Boswellia Curcumin
  3. Immune Booster
  4. Giloy Ghan Vati
  5. Liv Support
  6. Gandhak Rasayan
  7. Telomere Boostup

Product Description

1. Kanchnaar Guggul

Kanchnaar Guggul is a multi-herbal formulation that is made by Planet Ayurveda using various ingredients: Bauhinia variegata (Kachnar Bark), Emblica officinalis (Amalaki), Cinnamomum tamala (Tejapatra), Terminalia chebula (Haritaki), Terminalia bellerica (Bibhitaki), Crataeva religiosa (Varuna Bark), and many more. This formulation is dry, light, and hot in potency. It helps in the reduction of vitiated kapha and rakta dhatu. It has antiviral, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to improve the menstrual cycle in women.
Dosage: with lukewarm water, take 2 tablets twice daily.

2. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

Boswellia curcumin is a polyherbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda using Curcuma longa (Haridra) and Boswellia serrata (Shallaki). It is dry, light, and hot in effect and pungent and bitter in taste. It has antioxidant properties that protect the brain and its functions. It has anti-inflammatory properties that help in stopping the secretion of cytokines and reduce swelling or inflammation. It is helpful in autoimmune diseases and also effective in cancer or tumours.
Dosage: with plain water, after meals, take 2 capsules twice daily.

3. Immune Booster

Immune booster is a multi-herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Vitis vinifera (Grape seed), Bovine colostrum (Go-Piyushs), Phyllanthus niruri (Bhumi amla), and Emblica officinalis (Amalaki). Bhumi amla is beneficial for liver disease because it normalises the bilirubin level. It is also beneficial for bacterial and viral infections. It also helps with skin conditions and kidney-related diseases.

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

4. Giloy Ghan Vati

Giloy Ghanvati is a single herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Emblica officinalis (Giloy). It is heavy, unctuous, and cold in effect and bitter and astringent in taste. It acts as an immunomodulator, a rejuvenator, an antioxidant, and a restorative tonic. It also acts as a stomachic, a blood purifier, a nutritive, and a bitter tonic. It is beneficial for skin diseases.

Dosage: with lukewarm water, take 2 tablets twice daily.

5. Liv Support

Liv support is a multi-herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), Saral (Pinus roxburghii), and Kasani (Cichorium intybus). It is pungent and bitter in taste and dry, light, and hot in effect. It aggravates pitta and pacifies vata and kapha. It is beneficial for the liver. It contains diuretic, digestive, and laxative properties.

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

6. Gandhak Rasayan

Gandhak rasayan is a single herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Shuddha Gandhak (Purified sulphur). It is antibacterial, antimicrobial, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, and antiviral. It is helpful for urinary tract infections. It is a good blood purifier and kills intestinal worms. It contains various antioxidants, acts as an immunity booster, and is indicated for infertility, indigestion, debility, breathlessness, and abdominal pain.

Dosage: with lukewarm water, take 2 tablets twice daily.

7. Telomere Boostup

Telomere bosstup is a multi-herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha), Vitis vinifera (Grapeseed), Emblica officinalis (Amla), Commiphora wightii (Moringa), and Tinospora cordifolia (Giloy). Ashwagandha prevents all types of weakness, enhances strength and stamina, and improves general alertness. It contains analgesic, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties. It helps with digestion.

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) 9915-593-604

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

Conclusion

Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is a rare disease that usually occurs in infants and adults. Most babies have this problem. Many things can cause Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in adults, including cancer and disease. Adult hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is a life-threatening or rare disease in immunocompromised adults. In Ayurveda, we can associate this disease with tridoshas-vata, pitta, and kapha. All three doshas are connected with each other. All the doshas go in the wrong direction, causing disorders in different parts or organs of the body. On Planet Ayurveda, there are some herbal remedies that are formulated by Ayurvedic experts for the treatment of Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, and these formulations give effective results.

DR. Vikram Chauhan, MD - AYURVEDA is an expert ayurvedic doctor based in Chandigarh, India and doing his practice in Mohali, India. He is spreading the knowledge of Ayurveda - Ancient healing treatment, not only in India but also abroad. He is the CEO and Founder of Planet Ayurveda Products, Planet Ayurveda Clinic and Krishna Herbal Company. Write at - herbalremedies123@yahoo.com, Contact at - +91-172-521-4030 Websites - www.planetayurveda.com, www.alwaysayurveda.com

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Abstract

Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is a rare disease that usually occurs in infants and adults. Most babies have this problem. Many things can cause Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in adults, including cancer and disease. In this disease, your immune system is affected and does not work properly. Some white blood cells, primarily lymphocytes and histiocytes, attack other cells in the blood, including abnormal cells that build up in the liver and spleen and cause large tumours. Therefore, in this article today, we will briefly understand hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis.

Introduction

Adult hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is a life-threatening or rare disease in immunocompromised adults. It is usually a secondary reaction to an underlying disease, such as immunosuppression or another disease or malignancy, and requires immediate treatment for effectiveness. It is also called hemophagocytosis or hemophagocytic syndrome. This severe condition is caused by the uncontrolled growth of active macrophages and lymphocytes that secrete high levels of cytokines.

Causes

The cause of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis can be inherited or acquired. Causes are:-

  1. Weak immune system
  2. Viral infection, mainly the Epstein-Barr virus
  3. Cancer
  4. Fungal infection
  5. Bacterial infection
  6. Metabolic disorders

Types of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis

Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis are of two types:

1. Primary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis

It is a genetic condition that occurs after a mutation. In this, symptoms usually appear within the first few years of life and this can happen if you are born with a genetic predisposition to primary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis. These symptoms rarely occur in adulthood.

2. Secondary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis

Secondary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis occurs when you have an underlying condition that affects the functioning of your immune system. Other conditions that can cause Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis include infection, cancer, or autoimmune disease. Secondary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is more common than primary Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis.

Symptoms

  1. Fever
  2. Rashes
  3. Thrombocytopenia
  4. Loss of consciousness
  5. Seizures
  6. Anaemia
  7. HepatomegalyPale skin
  8. Dizziness
  9. Irritability
  10. Headaches
  11. Weakness
  12. Jaundice
  13. Difficulty breathing
  14. Enlarged lymph nodes
  15. Retinal haemorrhages
  16. Splenomegaly
  17. Coma

Diagnosis

  1. Complete blood count: to detect the level of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
  2. Liver function test
  3. Blood tests: to detect any infection in the blood
  4. Bone marrow biopsy: to examine the blood cells of the bone marrow
  5. Genetic test

Treatment

  1. Antibiotics
  2. Immunosuppressants
  3. Blood transfusion
  4. Allogeneic stem cell transplant
  5. Gamma-blocking antibody

Ayurvedic Aspect

In Ayurveda, we can associate this disease with tridoshas-vata, pitta, and kapha. All three doshas are connected with each other. When kapha is broken down, it accumulates in the tissues of the body and increases pitta dosha. Kapha and pitta affect vata channels, causing inflammation or pain in the tissues, and excess kapha causes inflammation in various organs of the body. All the doshas go in the wrong direction, causing disorders in different parts or organs of the body.

Some Herbal Remedies for Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a GMP-certified Ayurvedic clinic that formulates various medicines to prevent various health problems and provide relief to sick people. All preparations that are formulated by Planet Ayurveda do not contain any preservatives, additives, or resins. These remedies are 100% pure, are formulated under the strict guidance of Ayurvedic MD practitioners, and do not cause any side effects. For the treatment of Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in adults, Planet Ayurveda provides many herbal supplements for this disease that do not cause any side effects.

Product List

  1. Kanchnaar Guggul
  2. Boswellia Curcumin
  3. Immune Booster
  4. Giloy Ghan Vati
  5. Liv Support
  6. Gandhak Rasayan
  7. Telomere Boostup

Product Description

1. Kanchnaar Guggul

Kanchnaar Guggul is a multi-herbal formulation that is made by Planet Ayurveda using various ingredients: Bauhinia variegata (Kachnar Bark), Emblica officinalis (Amalaki), Cinnamomum tamala (Tejapatra), Terminalia chebula (Haritaki), Terminalia bellerica (Bibhitaki), Crataeva religiosa (Varuna Bark), and many more. This formulation is dry, light, and hot in potency. It helps in the reduction of vitiated kapha and rakta dhatu. It has antiviral, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to improve the menstrual cycle in women.
Dosage: with lukewarm water, take 2 tablets twice daily.

2. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

Boswellia curcumin is a polyherbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda using Curcuma longa (Haridra) and Boswellia serrata (Shallaki). It is dry, light, and hot in effect and pungent and bitter in taste. It has antioxidant properties that protect the brain and its functions. It has anti-inflammatory properties that help in stopping the secretion of cytokines and reduce swelling or inflammation. It is helpful in autoimmune diseases and also effective in cancer or tumours.
Dosage: with plain water, after meals, take 2 capsules twice daily.

3. Immune Booster

Immune booster is a multi-herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Vitis vinifera (Grape seed), Bovine colostrum (Go-Piyushs), Phyllanthus niruri (Bhumi amla), and Emblica officinalis (Amalaki). Bhumi amla is beneficial for liver disease because it normalises the bilirubin level. It is also beneficial for bacterial and viral infections. It also helps with skin conditions and kidney-related diseases.

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

4. Giloy Ghan Vati

Giloy Ghanvati is a single herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Emblica officinalis (Giloy). It is heavy, unctuous, and cold in effect and bitter and astringent in taste. It acts as an immunomodulator, a rejuvenator, an antioxidant, and a restorative tonic. It also acts as a stomachic, a blood purifier, a nutritive, and a bitter tonic. It is beneficial for skin diseases.

Dosage: with lukewarm water, take 2 tablets twice daily.

5. Liv Support

Liv support is a multi-herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), Saral (Pinus roxburghii), and Kasani (Cichorium intybus). It is pungent and bitter in taste and dry, light, and hot in effect. It aggravates pitta and pacifies vata and kapha. It is beneficial for the liver. It contains diuretic, digestive, and laxative properties.

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

6. Gandhak Rasayan

Gandhak rasayan is a single herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Shuddha Gandhak (Purified sulphur). It is antibacterial, antimicrobial, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, and antiviral. It is helpful for urinary tract infections. It is a good blood purifier and kills intestinal worms. It contains various antioxidants, acts as an immunity booster, and is indicated for infertility, indigestion, debility, breathlessness, and abdominal pain.

Dosage: with lukewarm water, take 2 tablets twice daily.

7. Telomere Boostup

Telomere bosstup is a multi-herbal formulation that is formulated by Planet Ayurveda with the help of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha), Vitis vinifera (Grapeseed), Emblica officinalis (Amla), Commiphora wightii (Moringa), and Tinospora cordifolia (Giloy). Ashwagandha prevents all types of weakness, enhances strength and stamina, and improves general alertness. It contains analgesic, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties. It helps with digestion.

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) 9915-593-604

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

Conclusion

Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is a rare disease that usually occurs in infants and adults. Most babies have this problem. Many things can cause Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in adults, including cancer and disease. Adult hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is a life-threatening or rare disease in immunocompromised adults. In Ayurveda, we can associate this disease with tridoshas-vata, pitta, and kapha. All three doshas are connected with each other. All the doshas go in the wrong direction, causing disorders in different parts or organs of the body. On Planet Ayurveda, there are some herbal remedies that are formulated by Ayurvedic experts for the treatment of Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, and these formulations give effective results.