Ayurvedic Treatment for Inguinal Lymphadenopathy with Herbal Remedies

Inguinal lymphadenopathy is commonly present in syphilis, chancroid, and lymphogranuloma venereum. In this ailment the lymph nodes of the groin area get swollen either due to neoplastic process or infection. Inguinal lymphadenopathy is a sign of an inflammatory process going on in the lower extremity or groin area. Systemic diseases like lymphoma, HIV infection and tuberculosis can result in the swollen lymph nodes in the groin area. Usually along with Inguinal lymphadenopathy there is associated infection in the groin region found. In this article we will be learning all about the Inguinal lymphadenopathy, its causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis and herbal management by the herbal remedies by Planet Ayurveda.

Lymph nodes work in order to filter out the harmful substances present in the lymph. The main work of lymph nodes is to carry the lymphatic fluid which contains the immune cells that fight against the various infections and diseases. Inguinal lymph nodes drain in the genital area in both females and males so in case of their involvement in any infection, there is genital discomfort. Inguinal lymph nodes of both the sides get affected in case of syphilis. Inguinal lymphadenopathy do remain still after resolving of the HSV infection and syphilis for some time.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

The presenting complaints are very obvious in case of a lymphadenopathy. The main feature will be swollen lymph nodes in the inguinal region. However some other associated symptoms can be

• Buboes i.e. tender lymph nodes
• There is a center area in the swollen lymph nodes which is the center of the infectious site that ruptures if remain untreated for long time
• Painless enlarged nodes
• May be unilateral or bilateral in different ailments
• Associated infectious ailment like syphilis, Chlamydia, or HSV
• Active ulcer or lesion in the genital area
• Fever
• Fatigue

CAUSES

Inguinal lymph nodes can enlarge and becomes swollen and tender due to various diseases and some of the major ones are mentioned below

• Tuberculosis
• Syphilis
• HSV infection
• Chlamydia trachomatis servovars
• Chancroid
• Lymphogranuloma venereum
• HIV infection
• Certain types of cancer

DIAGNOSIS

As Lymphadenopathy is something which can be suspected and almost diagnose with physical examination. Your doctor while examining you physically suspects the swollen lymph nodes which can further be confirmed with CT (Computed tomography) scan of the affected area. It will help in evaluating the exact cause of the infection that can be made clear by lymph node biopsy. Lymph node biopsy can be helpful in ruling out the neoplastic changes.

TREATMENT

As per the modern medicine concept as Inguinal lymphadenopathy can occur due to many diseases and infections, hence the mode of treatment will depend upon the certain infection and usually given for the current signs and symptoms. Certain antibiotics and other drugs are given to treat the underlying cause and manage the condition.

Ayurvedic treatment is done through the herbs and herbal formulations prepared using various herbs that have antibacterial, or antimicrobial action, and other medicinal properties which helps in treating the swollen, firm, and tender lymph nodes. These herbs balance the tridosha whose imbalance causes diseases and hence manages and treat the condition.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR INGUINAL LYMPHADENOPATHY BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda has been representing the classical and pure Ayurveda throughout the world since two decades. This herbal pharamaceutical firm indulges in the production of the herbal remedies, supplements and pure natural products. All the products here are purely vegetarian, herbal and natural and none side effects have been reported yet if the dosage of medicine is taken as prescribed by the physician. No any preservatives, fillers, chemicals, additives, dye, or yeast that makes these medicines more effective and safe for the people to use even for the long term. For Inguinal lymphadenopathy Planet Ayurveda offers a set of herbal formulations that help in managing the condition naturally.

Product list

1. Kanchnaar Guggul
2. Curcumin Capsule
3. Giloy Capsule
4. Septrin Tablet
5. Immune Booster

Product Description

1. Kanchnaar Guggul

Kanchnaar guggul tablets are prepared from Kachnar bark (Bauhinia variegate), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Black pepper (Piper nigrum), Varuna (Crataeva religiosa) and Pippali (Piper longum). These herbal tablets help in treating the swollen, tender and firm lymph nodes and bringing back to their normal texture.

Dosage – Take 2 tablets twice daily after meals with plain water.

2. Curcumin Capsule

It is the single herb, i.e. Haridra or turmeric (Curcuma longa) capsule prepared from its standardized extract. Curcumin being the active compound of the haridra is cause of all the therapeutic or medicinal properties Curcumin capsule possesses. These capsules relieves the inflammation, treat the source of the infection and also pacify the vitiated doshas.

Dosage – Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

3. Immune Booster

Immune booster capsules are prepared from Cow colostrums (Bovine colustrum), and standardized extract of Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) and Grape seed (Vitis vinifera). In Inguinal lymphadenopathy these capsules help to boost the immunity and prevent infections caused due to lack of it.

Dosage – Take 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

4. Giloy Capsule

Tinospora cordifolia in standardized form is used to prepare the therapeutic Giloy capsules. These capsules boosts up the immunity, prevent various infections and treat fever and fatigue.

Dosage – Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water.

5. Septrin Tablets

Septrin tablets are possesses various herbs that help in eradicating different infections from the body. These tablets are prepared using herbs like Guggul (Commiphora mukul), Haldi (Curcuma longa), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), etc which helps in treating infection, fever, swollen lymph nodes and fatigue.

Dosage – Take 2 tablets twice daily after meals with plain water.

CONCLUSION

Inguinal lymphadenopathy can be managed very well with these herbal formulations as they help in eradicating the source infection from the body and eventually subsiding the associated complaints like swollen lymph nodes, fatigue and fever. All the remedies offered by Planet Ayurveda goes under several quality checks before coming to the patients, hence they are efficient as well as safe.