The human body is under continuous attacks of environment changes. Quality of life is deteriorating due to pollution and urbanization. Respiration is a vital and unique activity essential for life. In tropical countries Eosinophilia is very common.
The word eosinophilia has two components ‘eosino’ and ‘philia’. ‘Eosin’ is a rose colored stain or dye used in labs and ‘philos’ means ‘fond of’. Therefore, eosinophils are the type of white blood cells in blood which are stained by the rose colored dye. Eosinophils increases in number when there is any kind of parasitic invasion in the body.
Eosinophils are directly connected to our immunological defense mechanism; they are produced in bone marrow and migrate to epithelial surfaces and skin. Eosinophils contain proteins that help the body to fight infection because of parasites.
Eosinophilia only indicates an increase in the number of eosinophils. In Eosinophilia, the eosinophils get collected in the tissues where allergic reaction takes place such as in peri-bronchial tissues in lungs in case of pulmonary eosiniphilia, in the skin in case of topical skin allergic reaction.
In some countries trichinosis (a parasitic disease) is the reason behind eosinophilia. Trichinosis is caused due to intake of uncooked pork.
According to Ayurveda, vata and kapha dosha are vitiated in eosinophilia and results in imbalance of rasa dhatu (blood/lymphatic tissue) with involvement of pranavaha srotas (respiratory system) and annavaha srotas (digestive system).
In Ayurveda, pulmonary eosinophilia can be compared with vataja kasa because of similarities in signs and symptoms. Pulmonary eosinophilia can be with or without asthma.
Causes of Pulmonary Eosinophila
- Extrinsic factors – worms infestations, fungi, medications
- Intrinsic factors- hypereosinophilic syndrome, asthamatic pulmonary eosinophila, cryptogenic eosinophilic pneumonia
What Causes Eosinophilia?
Eosinophilia generally occurs due to allergic diseases such as asthma and hay fever. In undeveloped countries, common skin diseases, medicine reactions, and parasitic infections can be the cause behind eosinophilia.
Other Causes Include:
- Lung diseases, such as Loffler’s syndrome
- Vasculitis (eg, Churg-Strauss syndrome)
- Liver cirrhosis
- Antibody deficiencies
- Rare skin disease
- Unknown causes such as hyper-eosinophilic syndrome
Risk Factors
If You have Any of These, There are Chances of Developing Eosinophilia:
- Allergic rhinitis or hay fever
- Allergy to foods
- Dermatitis herpetiformis
- drug side effects
- Parasitic infection
- Cirrhosis of the liver
- Asthma
- Eczema
- Hodgkin’s lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
Symptoms of Eosinophilia Depending upon Primary Infected Organ
1. Eosinophilia Due to Asthma
- Wheezing
- Breathlessness
2. Eosinophilia Due to Parasitic Infection
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Cough
- Rashes
3. Eosinophilia Due to Medicine Reaction
- Skin rashes
4. Rarer Symptoms of Eosinophilia
- Weight loss
- Night sweats
- Lymph node enlargement
- Skin rashes
- Numbness and tingling sensation due to nerve damage
Diagnosis of Eosinophila Requires
- Medical history
- Family history
- Physical examination
Tests May Include:
- Blood test to diagnose eosinophilia
- Blood test to measure antibody levels
- Skin biopsy for diagnosing eosinophilia in tissue
- Stool examination
- Chest X-Ray
- CT Scan of chest and abdomen
- Lung biopsy
- Bone marrow examination
- Bronchoscopy
Medically, an increase in absolute eosinophil count by 600/mm3 is the condition of eosinophilia.
Herbal Remedies for Eosinophilia by Planet Ayurveda
Planet Ayurveda provides best combination of effective herbal remedies such as Eosinophilia Care Pack for natural treatment of eosinophilia. These herbal remedies are prepared from using 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.
Dosage
- Tulsi Capsules : One can take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with warm water.
- Pranrakshak Churna : One can take 1 tsp. twice daily after meals with warm water.
- Immune Booster : One can take 2 capsules twice daily after meals with warm water.
- Aller-G Care : One can take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with warm water.
- Laxmibilas Ras : One can take 1 tablet twice daily after meals with warm water.
- Septrin Tablets : One can take 2 tablets twice daily after meals with warm water.
Products Description
1. Tulsi Capsules
Tulsi is known as holy basil and have a significant religious value. It is among the oldest herbs used therapeutically in various diseases. The ursolic acid in Tulsi acts as anti allergic. Tulsi capsule manages immune related disorders very well. Tulsi capsule are an effective remedy for cough, cold, viral flu, influenza, allergies, asthma and respiratory tract infections. Regular use of Tulsi capsule builds strong immune system and helps body to fight various infections in an effective manner.
2. Pranrakshak Churna
Praanrakshak Churna is a herbal powdered formulation, which is effective in various allergic conditions. This formulation contains Shirish, Bharangi, Kantkari, Anantmool and Madhuyashti. These herbs act in a synergistic way and are very effective in chronic allergies, upper respiratory tract infections, respiratory tract infections, chronic bronchitis and asthma. Bharangi, Kantkari and Shirish are the herbs, which act as natural antihistaminics and are beneficial in acute and chronic asthma. Vasa and Madhuyashti breaks the mucous plug and are useful in cough, bleeding while coughing and repairs the respiratory tract. Anatamool or Typlophora asthmatica as the name signifies is another herb beneficial in asthma.
3. Immune Booster
As the name indicates, Immune Booster capsule boosts immunity very fast. It protects from the free radicals produced due to oxidative stress, aging, chemicals and infections. Capsule Immune Booster have components, which are being used traditionally since ages to increase the immunity. Grape seed extract, Cow Colostrums, Phyllanthus niruri, amla are the ingredients of Immune Booster. Cow colostrums help in building a strong immune system. Phyllanthus niruri helps liver to remove toxins from the body. Phyllanthus niruri, Grape Seed extract and Green tea together builds a cellular defense mechanism to combat chronic ailments.
4. Aller-G Care
Aller G care is a unique combination of herbs, which are natural anti allergic and anti inflammatory. The herbs Haridra, Neem, Shirish and Ashwagandha makes this formulation very effective remedy for treating asthma, sinusitis , sneezing, rhinitis, dust and pollen allergy. Aller-G care capsules helps in removing toxins from the system as Haridra (Curcuma longa) is a well known natural anti biotic and anti inflammatory, Neem (Azadirachta indica) is natural blood purifier and anti inflammatory, Shirish (Albezzia lebback) is said to have anti poisonous, anti histaminic properties and mast cell stabilizing effect and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an immune boosting herb.
5. Laxmibilas Ras
It is also known as Nardiya Lakshmi Vilas Ras. It is a herbomineral medicine that contains Abhrak Bhasma, hence also called Laxmi Vilas Ras Abhrak. This herbal medicine acts mainly on lungs, pleura, airways, blood vessels and pericardium. It is known to give strength to the heart and lungs. This marvelous herbal remedy pacifies the tridosha and can be used in any case despite any Dosha predominance. The ingredients includes Shuddha Gandhaka (Purified sulfur), Shuddha Parada- Purified Mercury, Karpoora-Camphor- Cinnamomum camphora, Abhrak bhasma-Purified Mica, Jatiphala-Nutmeg-Myristica fragrans and various others.
6. Septrin Tablets
This herbal remedy is useful in decreasing the inflammation in cells of the airways. It helps in airway muscle relaxation by inhibiting airway contractions. This remedy is remarkable in giving relief from cough, tightness of the chest, cough, sore throat and asthma. It also liquefies the mucus that blocks the airways. The ingredients include Guggul (commiphora mukul), Haldi (Curcuma longa) and many others.
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