Keratoconus Treatment in Ayurveda - New Hope for Progressive Keratoconus Patients A number of visual problems like blurred or double vision, photosensitivity or nearsightedness could mean a case of keratoconus. Keratoconus is a bulging of the cornea, i.e. the outer lens of the eye which helps us see, into a cone-like structure. This happens when the collagen, which holds the cornea tightly in place, becomes weak. Collagens in the eye, which support the cornea, are protected from the harmful byproducts that it creates, by certain antioxidants. A decrease in the level of such protective anti-oxidants, affects the proper functioning of the collagen fibers, ultimately affecting the cornea. It is genetic to a great extent and is usually noticed in youngsters who are hitting puberty or in their late teens. Usually, a visit to the ophthalmologist would include a ‘corneal topography’, which helps in the analysis of the cornea. New eyeglasses or contact lenses are usually provided on the basis of the analysis. Other treatments include ‘cornea collagen crosslinking’, which prevents worsening by placing an implant below the cornea’s surface to avoid the cone-shaped bulging. In the most extreme cases, if none of the other treatments work, a cornea transplant may be performed. However, effective keratoconus Treatment in Ayurveda can give hope to patients of keratoconus. Ayurveda takes the natural constitution of one’s body into consideration and recommends the use of natural elements and herbs to control particular health problems. Below are some natural ways that Ayurveda provides, to cure keratoconus. 1.Bilberry Capsules: The bilberry plant is known for its eyesight improving properties. It contains the antioxidant called anthocyanosides which helps with night vision, angina, cataracts and retinal pigments. One capsule in the morning and another one at evening should be had. 2.Punaranava Mandoor: This is a mixture of some herbs like punarnav herb, long pepper, and ginger. When mixed together, each element combines to contribute to bettering the problem of keratoconus. This comes in tablet form and has a dosage of 2 tablets each, in the morning and evening. 3.Jeevantyadhi Ghrit: This medicine has ghee or clarified butter as its base. It is a mixture of multiple elements like raisins, cow milk, rock salt, long pepper and the extremely nutritious jivanti herb. This has to be mixed with the triphalabi mixed herb powder and had it after dinner. 4.Gotukola Capsules: One key cause for keratoconus is allergic reactions. The Gotukola capsule controls reactions to allergies and also balances the problem of vata (which, in ayurvedic terms controls cellar
Keratoconus treatment in ayurveda new hope for progressive keratoconus patients
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