Hi Kiran,
Thank you for sharing your health details. To help provide the best Ayurvedic advice, could you describe your overall diet and lifestyle? Specifically, are you experiencing any eye strain, headaches, or dryness in your eyes? How would you rate your stress levels and sleep quality, and have you noticed any changes in your digestion or energy levels recently?
Hey, retinal swelling; that’s tricky, right? Especially when you’re not dealing with typical things like diabetes or hypertension. With your recent cataract surgery and lens replacement, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed.
Anyway, according to Ayurveda, issues like retinal swelling can often be linked to imbalances in Pitta dosha. When Pitta’s out of whack, inflammation occurs, and that’s not just in your gut, but in your eyes too. Now, let’s get into some things you can try.
First, try cooling off that Pitta. Incorporate foods that soothe Pitta – think cucumbers, ghee and milk. Avoid spicy and sour foods cuz they might aggravate it. Instead, go for stuff like coconut water, which is super hydrating and calming to Pitta. You might laugh, but aloe vera juice (just a small amount) could also work wonders.
Also, Triphala is often recommended. Just a teaspoon with warm water before bed may help cleanse and strengthen your eyes. But, be sure you’re comfy with it; some folks are, some aren’t.
Maybe also consider Tarpana, which involves keeping medicated ghee over your eyes inside small flour dough walls (weird, I know, but hear me out). It needs to be done by someone trained, so don’t try it on your own. It can be really nourishing and balancing for the eye tissues.
Since you’re getting those IVGF injections, keep in touch with your primarily doc. Ayurveda complements, not replaces, your current treatments. And keep breathing. Pranayama exercises are amazing for Pitta reduction and reducing stress, which could just help overall.
Lastly, managing your overall lifestyle is important, right? Get proper sleep and avoid straining activities. Stay in sync with your daily rhythms, and for sure, pay heed to any sudden or severe symptoms by seeking immediate med assistance.
Hope you find some relief soon!
