The lace-like network of tissues that covers both the lungs is called Interstitial lung disease. Which can also be called lung disorder. Interstitial affects the space and the tissues around the alveoli and the air sacs of the lungs. This space is also known as the Interstitium. This disease is also known as the diffuse parenchymal lung disease (DPLD). The Interstitial lung disease is also abbreviated as the ILD. This is a progressive disorder. It leads to scarring and inflammation of the lung tissues.
ILD affects the following areas of the lungs:-
- Alveolar epithelium
- Basement membrane
- Endothelium of pulmonary capillary
- Perilymphatic and perivascular tissues
Various Categories of Interstitial Lung Disease:-
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis – This is a type of interstitial lung disease, which is progressive in form and is highly chronic in nature. The causes of the idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis are yet to be known. The interstitium is mainly affected in this case.
- Interstitial pneumonia – When the interstitium is affected by the microorganisms, it results in interstitial pneumonia. Mycoplasma pneumonia is the major bacterium, which causes this disorder. Other, microorganisms like bacteria, fungi and viruses also lead to the occurrence of this disorder.
- Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia (COP) – In this type of disorder, an infection is absent. However, it is also an interstitial lung disease with the characteristics of pneumonia. This disorder is also known as the bronchiolitis obliterans with organizing pneumonia (BOOP).
- Nonspecific interstitial pneumonitis – This type of interstitial lung disease is caused due to the auto immune conditions like scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis and many others.
- Sarcoidosis – This type of interstitial lung disease is characterized by inflamed lymph nodes involving the skin, nerve, heart and the eye. This condition is an acute condition and may be severe as well.
- Asbestosis – Due to exposure to asbestos, people often face this type of interstitial lung disease. This is known as the asbestosis.
- Acute interstitial pneumonitis – This type of interstitial lung disease is a sudden condition and results in highly severe complications. It may require life support as well.
Some other categories of interstitial lung diseases are Hypersensitivity pneumonitis and Desquamative interstitial pneumonitis.
Thus, this disorder is highly severe and dangerous. The major causes of this disorder are given below.
Major Causes of Interstitial Lung Disease
Several microorganisms lead to the occurrence of the Interstitial Lung disease. Bacteria, fungi and viruses result in causing this respiratory ailment to a huge extent.
Certain Causes of ILD are given below:-
- Inflammation in lung due to the exposure to various microorganisms.
- Disorder due to the exposure to irritants inhaled at the workplace for a long duration of time. These irritants are silica dust, asbestos, talc, grain dust, coal dust and bird proteins.
- Auto immune disorder like rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and lupus also result in the occurrence of these chronic interstitial lung diseases.
- Also, exposure to certain drugs like amiodarone, nitrofurantoin, sulfonamides, methotrexate, etanercept, gold, infliximab and several others give rise to ILD.
- Radiation treatment of chest also results in Interstitial Lung Disease.
- Excessive smoking also is a cause sometimes for the Interstitial Lung Disease.
- Heredity and genetics also play a tremendous role for individuals facing ILD.
- Inhalation of a large quantity of oxygen often results in complication leading to this disorder.
- Age is indeed another important factor here. Though, children also face this disorder, yet, the number of adults above the age of 50 years facing the complication is comparatively higher that the children.
Common Symptoms of Interstitial Lung Disease
This disorder is characterized by the following signs and symptoms.
- Breath shortness
- Nonproductive and dry cough
- Weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Fever
- Headache
- Discoloration of the finger nails
- Fatigue
- Joint pain
- Enlarged base of the finger nails
- Blue coloration of lips, fingers, skin. This is because of the low concentration of oxygen in the body
- Muscular ache
- Chest pain
- Chronic mucus production
- Wheezing
- Some individuals also lead to the failure of heart and a high blood pressure in the lungs
Complications of Interstitial Lung Disease
The interstitial lung disease may result in a lot of complications. This situation is quite dangerous with a risk of life. The Interstitial Lung Disease leads to the development of the interstitium or the tissues around the air sacs in the lungs. These thicken, which eventually leads to the formation of the scars. This makes it highly difficult for the oxygen to reach each and every cell of the body and the blood stream. Also this may result in blood clotting. People develop the risk of cancer, especially lung cancer. The lungs tend to lose the elasticity. This disorder is also highly life threatening. If the situation worsens, this situation can eventually lead to death. Apart from these, the lung disorder also may lead to the pleural effusions and pleural plaques considerably.
To prevent such a huge complication involving the Interstitial Lung disease, there are certain tips, which should be followed. These tips are given below.
Tips to be Followed to Prevent Interstitial Lung Diseases
- People, showing the symptoms of ILD must prohibit smoking completely. This is because; this condition worsens the situation to a huge extent.
- People facing problems due to the exposure of the harmful irritants must prevent the exposure by taking certain preventive measures and actions properly.
- Patients must carry out exercise on a regular basis. This will help to get away with the various sign s and symptoms of this ailment to a certain extent.
- The individuals must take in food products, which are highly rich in essential minerals and vitamins. Also, patients must avoid junk, processed and spicy food as much as possible. It is highly suggested to follow a proper and healthy lifestyle in order to get r id of these conditions.
- To diagnose such situation, a number of processes are available. These are Chest X-rays, pulmonary function tests, CT scans, HRCT scan, bronchoscopy, surgical biopsy and many more.
- These are some of the ways to detect the problem along with the couple of symptoms. It is essential that individuals are aware of the various causes and the different ways to prevent the occurrence of this complicated complication to a huge extent.
Ayurvedic Treatment of ILD
According to Ayurveda the three doshas which controls the functioning of the body gets imbalanced and leads to formation of Ama. In bronchitis mainly kapha and vata are aggravated.
Ayurveda being boon to mankind has a lot to give and it has provided wonderful herbs for lungs problem also. Haridra, Sirish, Kanthkari, Vasa, Anantmool, Twak, Bharangi, Yastimadhu, Neem, Ashwagandha are some of excellent herbs for the same. Planet Ayurveda is a leading herbal company which manufacture herbal medicines of best quality and standardized extracts.
Dr. Vikram Chauhan prescribed following formula along with some other beneficial herbal remedies which are made after his own practical experience in his clinical practice and also discussion with many experienced Ayurvedic doctors.
Thus, Planet Ayurveda’s Ayurvedic Treatment for ILD
1. Vasaka Capsules
This capsule is made of standardized extract of Adhatoda vasica herb. Which is helpful to inhibit the mucous formation.
Dosage – 2 Capsules twice daily with lukewarm water, after meals.
2. Tulsi Capsules
Herbal capsule made from the standardized extract of Ocimum tenuiflorum. It is anti-inflammatory and analgesic by nature.
Dosage – 1 Capsule twice daily with lukewarm water, after meals.
3. Boswellia-Curcumin
Boswellia Curcumin is a polyherbal capsules formulation consisting of standardised extract of herbs Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Curcumin (Curcuma longa). The herb consists of antioxidant properties as well as anti-inflammatory properties. These properties help in reducing inflammation and prevent the further damage of lung cells. The formulation also helps in relaxing the bronchial muscles, thus helps in easing the breathing.
Dosage – 2 Capsules twice daily with lukewarm water, after meals.
4. Aller-G Care
Aller-G care as its name suggests is best used in allergies. The allergies here are mostly related to the upper respiratory tract. The capsules help in enhancing the vayadhishamatva of the body and strengthen the entire respiratory system as well. These capsules are prepared with different herbs which are quite popular in Ayurveda for being beneficial to the respiratory system and also helps in balancing the unstable dosha as well. The capsules help in removing avrodh in shwas veha marga thus giving impressive results. The herbs like ashwagandha is one of the ingredients of aller-G care which is known to strengthen the entire human body.
Dosage – 1 Capsule twice daily with lukewarm water, after meals.
5. Kaashar Churna
Kaas-har Churna is polyherbal powder formulation of Planet Ayurveda. This herbal powder consists of various ingredients such as Pippali (Piper longum), Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanica), Ela (Eletteria cardamomum), etc. As the name suggests this herbal powder helps in relieving Kapha. The formulation helps in reducing Kapha dosha which is mainly responsible for symptoms of ILD, thus providing relief in various symptoms of ILD.
Dosage – 1/2 Teaspoonful twice daily with honey.
6. Moringa Capsules
Moringa Capsules are the single herbal capsules made by Planet Ayurveda. These capsules consist of standardised extract of herb Moringa (Moringa oleifera). The herbal remedy shows amazing results in reducing the effect of toxins on the lungs due to its antioxidant effects. Moringa has been shown to help decrease the severity of ILD and protect towards bronchial narrowing. It has additionally been demonstrated to help with overall lung function and breathing.
Dosage – 1 Capsule twice daily with lukewarm water, after meals.
7. Praanrakshak Churna
Praanrakshak Churna is placed under polyherbal powder formulations. This herbal powder consists of herbs such as Shirish (Albizia lebbeck), Vaasa (Adhatoda vasica), Anantmool (Hemidesmus indicus), Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanica), etc. This remedy by Planet Ayurveda is basically formulated for easing the breathing related to any lung disease. This churna has expectorant properties which helps in eliminating excessive mucus out of the lungs which is particularly the main symptom of ILD.
Dosage – 1/2 Teaspoonful twice daily with honey.
8. Bronco Plan Syrup
Bronco Plan Syrup is one of the herbal syrups of Planet Ayurveda. This syrup includes herbs such as Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Yashthimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Pippali (Piper longum), Maricha (Piper nigrum) and various others. Broncho Plan as the name suggests this herbal syrup helps in relieving bronchial issues. The herbs in this syrup helps in soothing the bronchial pathway, relaxes the bronchial muscles, thus preventing excessive coughing.
Dosage – 2 Teaspoonful twice daily with lukewarm water, after meals.
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