Leukocytosis, as your doc mentioned, is basically when there’s a spike in white blood cells, usually a sign your body reacting to something like an infection, stress, or even inflammation. From an Ayurvedic lens, where we focus on balance, especially among doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—it could often be linked to an imbalance.
Given your symptoms of fatigue and occasional headaches, it seems there might be a connection to both Vata (stress, fatigue) and Pitta (inflammation). When the dosha’s are outta whack, the body starts signaling through these responses. In your case, it might be wise to start by understanding your Prakriti, which is your fundamental body constitution.
For herbs, you’re spot-on with thinking about Ashwagandha and Turmeric. Ashwagandha can be a great stress-buster, helping to calm Vata disturbances, while Turmeric is well-known for its anti-inflammatory properties and could help curbing Pitta, if that’s heightened. Guduchi is another fantastic herb to strengthen immunity and could be part of what you need.
Since your job’s stressful, incorporating simple lifestyle changes can make a difference. Breathing exercises like Pranayama can help manage stress, and regular meditation can keep those stress levels from skyrocketing. Try for 10 mins daily.
Dietary changes… definitely cut down on spicy, salty stuff for a bit. These can spike Pitta dosha and, in turn, might be contributing to inflammation. Opt for a more cooling, soothing diet—think cucumbers, coconut water, and leafy greens. Also, try to moderate caffeine and alcohol; both can exacerbate stress and sleep problems.
About sleep, try winding down with some warm milk with a pinch of nutmeg before hitting the sack. It’s an old-school Ayurvedic tip that could help.
Addressing leukocytosis in an Ayurvedic way involves balancing doshas through diet, lifestyle, and herbs, focusing on reducing stress and supporting immune health. Keep in touch with your healthcare provider for regular check-ins and to track progress, especially if they’ve suggested more tests - always gotta make sure nothing serious is creeping underneath.
