Concerns About My Son's Nighttime Urination and Growth - #40884

Limit evening fluid intake and encourage enough water during day time.

1. Nirgundyadi kashaya 10 ml + 45 ml lukewarm water twice daily before food. 2. Krimighna vati 1-0-1 after food. 3. Mandoora vatakam 1 at lunch time with butter milk after food.

Took these medicines for 1 month. Other conditions can be due to nutritional deficiencies. These medicines will help in this.

Follow up after that. Take care, Dr. Shaniba

Hello I completely understand your concern regarding your 15-year-old son. His complaints of frequent urination at night (nocturia), less scalp hair, slow height growth, and low energy indicate a disturbance in his overall metabolism and tissue nourishment.

✅ PROBABALE CAUSES Irregular food habits, inadequate sleep, lack of nourishment, stress, and overuse of mobile or screens may weaken Agni and disturb hormonal balance.

Also, excessive consumption of cold drinks, junk foods, or late-night sleeping may aggravate Vata and Pitta doshas.

✅ AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT PLAN

✅INTERNAL MEDICATION

1. Ashwagandha Churna – 1 tsp with warm milk twice daily after meals ( Boosts strength, improves tissue nourishment, supports height growth, and mental stamina.)

2. Shatavari Kalpa – 1 tsp with milk twice daily ( Acts as Rasayana (rejuvenator), supports growth hormones, and nourishes Shukra Dhatu.)

3. Chandraprabha Vati – 1 tablet twice daily with lukewarm water ( Regulates urinary function, strengthens the bladder, and reduces frequent urination.)

4. Ashwagandharishta – 20 ml with equal water twice daily after meals ( Improves metabolism, appetite, and energy levels.)

5. Kushmand rasayana 1 tsp with milk once daily (Excellent for energy, stamina, and promoting hormone balance and bone strength.)

✅ EXTERNAL THERAPY

👉Abhyanga (Oil Massage): Massage his body 4 times a week with Bala Ashwagandhadi Taila or Ksheerabala Taila, followed by a warm water bath. ( Stimulates growth centers, strengthens bones and muscles, calms Vata, and promotes restful sleep.)

👉Padabhyanga (Foot Massage) before bedtime using warm sesame oil to balance Vata and promote deep sleep.

✅ HOME REMEDIES & NATURAL SUPPORT

1. Milk with Ghee and Ashwagandha: Warm 1 glass of milk, add 1 tsp ghee + 1 tsp Ashwagandha powder, and give at bedtime. ( Promotes sleep, tissue nourishment, and hormonal support.)

2. Dates & Nuts: Give 2 dates, 5 soaked almonds, 10 raisins daily in the morning. ( Improves hemoglobin and growth factors.)

3. Pumpkin Seed Powder (1 tsp) and flax seeds can be added to diet for zinc and essential fatty acids, beneficial for hair and hormone balance.

4. Avoid excessive water intake 1–2 hours before bed to reduce nighttime urination.

5. Light warm sesame oil massage on lower abdomen at night for bladder strengthening.

✅ DIET RECOMMENDATIONS

✅Include

Freshly prepared warm meals. Cow milk, ghee, butter, jaggery, moong dal, rice gruel (kanji). Soups made from moong, lentils, or vegetables cooked withghee. Fruits like banana, pomegranate, papaya, dates, and apple. Herbal drinks: milk with turmeric or cardamom, or warm cumin water for digestion.

❌Avoid

Cold, refrigerated foods or drinks. Spicy, sour, oily, and fast foods. Excess tea, coffee, or soft drinks. Late-night meals and eating without proper hunger.

✅ LIFESTYLE RECOMMENDATION

1. Early to bed (by 10 PM) and early rising improves hormonal rhythm and growth.

2. Encourage morning sunlight exposure for 15–20 minutes — stimulates Vitamin D and growth hormone release.

3. Physical activity – daily outdoor play, running, or yoga postures like Tadasana, Bhujangasana, Surya Namaskar.

4. Avoid stress or mental pressure; ensure adequate relaxation and screen-free evenings.

5. Ensure good sleep hygiene – quiet, warm room, and light dinner before sleep.

With regular Ayurvedic management and diet-lifestyle correction for 2–3 months, you may observe: Reduced nighttime urination. Improved appetite and digestion. Better sleep and energy levels.

Warm Regards, Dr Snehal Vidhate

Take chandraprabha vati 1tab bd, chandasava 10ml bd, Aravindasava 20ml bd, rajwadiprash gold 1tsp with milk enough

1.Chandraprabha vati 1 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Ashwagandha churna 1/2 tsp twice daily with warm milk after meals 3.Narsimha rasayan 3/4 tsp with warm milk empty stomach in the morning 4.Drakshavaleha 3/4 tsp with warm milk once daily

Supportive Lifestyle & Diet Tips: - Avoid cold drinks and heavy night meals. - Encourage warm oil massage (Abhyanga) with Bhringraj or Bala oil 2–3 times a week. - Include soaked almonds, dates, and ghee in his diet. - Practice Vajrasana after meals and light yoga in the morning.

HELLO,

Your 15 year old son is having -excessive urination at night (noctural polyuria) for past few months, -less hair on scalp -shorter height than peers and -low energy levels

These symptoms together suggest an imbalance in growth and metabolism. In Ayurveda, this is often seen as a disturbance of vata, pitta and Kapha doshas, especially vata-kapha aggravation with Dhatu (tissue) weaknes- mainly asthi dhatu (bones) and shukra dhatu (reproductive tissue)

AYURVEDIC NIEW

NIGHTIME URINATION= Mutravaha srotas dushti (urinary tract imbalance), often due to weak bladder control or metabolic imbalance

LOW HAIR QUANTITIY= asthi dhatu Akshaya (deficiency of bone tissue), as hair is a by product of Asthi dhatu

STUNTED HEIGHT= poor nourishment and growth of Asthi dhatu and Mamsa dhatu (muscles and bones)

LOW ENERGY= Ojas kshaya- low vital strength, possibly from poor digestion or inadequate nutrition

This combination points toward Dhatukshaya janya vyadhi (disease due to tissue depletion) and vata-kapha imbalance

TREATMENT GOALS -regulate urinary system reduce nighttime urination -rejuvneate and nourish all dhatus , especially boneand muscle tissue -improve digestion and metabolism to absorb nutrients better -promote healthy hair growth and overall vitality -balance hormonal and nervous system functions naturally

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) CHANDRAPRABHA VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 3 months =regulates urinary tract, Balances Vata and kapha, redues nocturnal urination

2) ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES= 500mg twice daily after meals with milk for 3 months = strengthens muscles, promotes growth, increases energy and height potential

3) SHILAJIT RASAYANA= 500mg cap once daily in morning for 3 month = enhances vitality, supports hormonal balance and bone nourishment

4) AMALAKI RASAYANA= 1 tsp daily with honey for 3 months = improves digestion, hair growth, and immunity

5) DRAKSHARISHTA= 20 ml with equal water after meals for 2 months = supports appetite, energy, and overall metabolism

6) BALA TAILA= 5 ml daily with warm milk in morning for 1 month =rejuvenate for tissues and nervous system

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) OIL MASSAGE= USE KSHEERBALA TAILA- warm slightly and massage whole body daily before bath =helps strengthen muscles, bones, and improves sleep and nerve balance

YOGA AND PRANAYAM -Suryanamskar= 5-10 rounds- improves growth hormone stimulation and body flexibility -Vrikshasana= enhances balance and bone strength -tadasana= stretches spine and promotes height growth -bhujangasana= stimulates adrenal glands, improving metabolism -Anulom vilom= calms mind, balances hormones, improves sleep and bladder control -bhramari pranayam= reduces stress and promotes pituitary balance

DIET -warm, easily digestible foods= moong dal, rice, ghee, cooked vegetales -growth supportive foods= milk, almonds, sesame seeds, dates, ghee, jaggery, green gram soup Natural protein= lentils, sprouted moong, panner, eggs if non veg -Fruits= amla, pomegranate, papaya, banana -healthy fats= ghee,sesame oil, coconut oil in small quantity

AVOID -col drinks, ice cream, late night eating -refined sugar, junk food, deep fried or spicy items -staying awake late or iong screen exposure at night

HOME REMEDIES -Soaked almonds 5-6 with warm milk daily in morning -1 tsp ghee + 1 tsp honey after breakfast for strength do not mix equal quantities - Amla juice 15 ml daily for hair and metabolism -Fenugreek seeds soaked overnight drink water in morning for metabolism balance

LIFESTYLE ADVICE -sleep early before 10pm, avoid phone/computer before bed -encourage outdoor morning sunlight exposure (vitamin D synthesis) -keep mental stress low- encourage joyful activities and hobbiess -maintain regular urination schedule and avoid excess water after sunset -keep bowels clean daily

This condition is treatable with a holistic approach balancing diet, lifestyle, and internal medication therapy. The key is to nourish from within, not suppress symptoms. Ayurveda focuses on strengthening the root cause- the Dhatus (body tissues)- so improvement in height, energy, and hair will follow gradually over 3 - 6 months with consistency

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

Internal Medicines Ashwagandha Churna: 2 gm morning with warm milk. Shatavari Churna: 2 gm night with warm milk. Gokshura Churna: 2 gm after lunch with water. Vidari Kanda Churna: 2 gm morning with water. Chandraprabha Vati: 1 tab twice daily after meals. External Application Bhringraj + Neeli Taila: Warm → massage scalp → leave overnight → wash morning → 3x weekly. Diet Give only: Milk 200 ml + 1 tsp ghee nightly. 4 soaked almonds + 2 dates morning. Moong dal, rice, banana. Avoid completely: Junk food, cold drinks. Late nights. Lifestyle Sleep 9 PM – 6 AM. Suryanamaskar 5 rounds morning. Pranayama: Anulom Vilom 10 min daily.

Monitoring Urine frequency & height: Monthly. After 90 days: Growth hormone, thyroid, urine routine.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

Avoid fluid intake before 2 hours of bedtime Amla juice 5ML Daily Bringaraja Asava 10 ML with equal amount of water twice area after meals Chandraprabha vati Gokshuradi guggulu One tablet each twice daily after food with warm water If symptoms persist once get ultrasound abdomen with KUB and urine analysis Mahabringaraja taila- hair massage to be done, weekly thrice

Start with Chandraprbha vati 1-0-1 after food with water Chyavanprash 1 tsp twice daily after food with water Brahmi amla oil light massage on head keep overnight and wash in the morning with mild herbal shampoo Include fresh green vegetables cooked in diet daily Include seasonal fruits and seasonal vegetables in diet .do stretching exercises Exercises and outdoor physical activities which involves legs movements like cycling volleyball football, badminton. Massage body with sesame oil twice weekly before bath.

Give chandraprabhavati 1 tds Give brhami 1 bd

HELLO

PROBABLE AYURVEDIC DIAGNOSIS -Mutravha srotodushti (urinary channel imbalance) -Dhatu kshaya (tissue depletion- especially shukra and majja dhatu - Kapha- vata imbalance with possible pitta depletion (affecting growth and hair nourishment)

KEY AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT

1) AVOID CAUSES -avoid cold drinks, excessive water at night, junk food , and late night screen time -regulate sleep 10pm bedtime and ensure daily sunlight exposure

DIET

MORNING = warm milk with 1/2 tsp Ashwagandha churna and jaggery MEALS= balanced diet with ghee, whole grains, moong dal, nuts, and sesame seeds EVENING= avoid fluids after 7 pm; light dinner khichdi or vegetable soup Add dates, soaked almonds, and raisins daily for strength and growth

INTERNALLY

1) ASHWAGANDHA LEHYA= 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk =general growth and vitality

2) CHANDRAPRABHA VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals =urinary balance

3) SHATAVARI + BALA + YASTHIMADHU CHURNA MIX= 1/4 tsp twice daily with milk =hormonal and hair support

4) DHATUPOSHAK VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals =metabolic and dhatu nourishment

LIFESTYLE -regular brahmamuhurta waking and short suryanamaskar routine -YOGA= bhujnagasana, dhanurasana, sarvangasana, for endocrine balance -MEDITATION or pranayam aulom bilom for 10 min/day

FOLLOW UP INDICATORS -decrease in nostril urinartion frequency -improved appetite, sleep and energy -gradual increase in hair growth and stamina -fteady growth in height

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

The symptoms like excessive nighttime urination, less hair volume on the scalp, and limited height growth, can be interconnected and may suggest underlying imbalances in your son’s system that Ayurvedic principles can help address.

From an Ayurvedic perspective, excessive nighttime urination may be linked to a Vata imbalance or could indicate that the body’s waste removal functions are imbalanced. Before considering any home remedies, it’s important to have your son checked for any medical conditions like diabetes insipidus or kidney issues that may require urgent attention.

If serious medical conditions are ruled out, Ayurveda suggests several approaches. Encourage your son to maintain a regular daily routine, which includes balanced meals that are neither too large nor too late in the evening. Try to restrict fluid intake a few hours before bedtime to manage excessive urination.

His diet should include foods that pacify Vata, such as warm, cooked, mildly spiced meals. Include foods rich in healthy fats, like ghee and nuts, to help nourish body tissues. Include hydrating, nourishing foods like milk, dates, and almonds, soaked overnight. Proper hydration throughout the day, but with moderation towards evening, can balance the body’s need to excrete fluids.

Hair health and growth problems might relate to poor nutritional absorption. Ayurveda emphasizes strong digestion (Agni) as essential for nutrient absorption. Enhancing Agni with spices like cumin, ginger, and turmeric can be helpful. A scalp massage with bhringraj oil or coconut oil might stimulate hair growth by enhancing circulation and providing nourishment.

For growth concerns, Ashwagandha may be beneficial as it supports tissue nourishment and growth when taken under guidance. Stress management through yoga or Pranayama could support overall health growth by balancing hormones.

Should symptoms persist, seeking personalized advice from an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner can provide tailored solve addressing your son’s unique constitution and lifestyle factors. Always work closely with a healthcare professional to ensure safe and effective care.

Your son’s symptoms of excessive nighttime urination, lower hair density, and less-than-expected height growth might indicate an imbalance in his body’s natural constitutions, or doshas. In Siddha-Ayurvedic tradition, issues like frequent urination can be linked to Vata or Pitta imbalances—it’s important to identify which one so attention can be given to balancing them effectively. For now, let’s focus on practical steps.

Firstly, excessive urination may be partly due to diet and lifestyle. Do ensure he’s drinking water earlier in the day rather than close to bedtime. Encourage foods that pacify Vata and Pitta such bananas, cooked spinach, and boiled rice. These foods can help settle his body’s systems, ideally reducing nocturnal urination over time.

Hair growth and growth in height are prominently connected to the seven tissue systems or sapta dhatus, especially asthi dhatu, responsible for bone health, and medha dhatu for hair. Include sesame seeds and almonds in his diet to nourish bone and hair tissue. Ensure that he consumes a balanced diet with proper amounts of protein and healthy fats, especially in a growing teenager.

If these concerns continue, it’s wise to have his condition checked by a healthcare professional to rule out underlying issues like hormonal imbalances or nutritional deficiencies. Ayurveda can complement proper medical diagnosis to enhance overall well-being.

Focus on a routine for healthy sleep and wake times, and limit screen time before bed to further support his growth and rest cycles. For height growth, postural exercises such as yoga poses like Tadasana or Bhujangasana may also be beneficial. Encouraging him in regular physical activities can stimulate growth hormone release—an essential for physical growth.