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Virechana Full Body detox through Ayurveda - #31681

Anuja

How to get rid of gallbladder stones Fatty liver Grade 1 PCOS Kidney liver detox Gur detox Pain in left abdomen How do I know if Virechanawill suit me or not? Hope to hear soon from you Thanks in advance 🙏

Age: 42
Chronic illnesses: Gall bladder stones
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Gallbladder stones, fatty liver, PCOS, and abdominal pain need cleansing and strengthening of digestion Take - Avipattikara churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp with Water Arogyavardini vati 1-0-1 after food Kanchanar guggulu 1-0-1 after food Shatavari churna 0-0-1/2 tsp with warm milk at night Triphala churna 0-0-1 tsp with warm water at night Avoid sweets, oily heavy food

Virechana can be very useful in this condition. If your body is strong, digestion is stable bowels are not too weak, and there is no severe weakness or anaemia. If you can tolerate mild ghee intake, and your energy is fair,You may be suitable.

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Please visit nearest Ayurvedic practitioner so they would perform a detailed diagnosis based on your unique body type (Prakriti) and the nature of your symptoms to identify the root cause of your problems

Is Virechana for Me? Virechana is one of the five primary Panchakarma therapies. It is a controlled, therapeutic purgation that is specifically aimed at eliminating excess Pitta dosha from the body, particularly from the liver and gallbladder.

Virechana is suitable for you if you have conditions associated with Pitta imbalance, such as:

Gallbladder stones

Fatty liver

Chronic digestive issues like hyperacidity and gastritis

Skin disorders like acne, eczema, or psoriasis

PCOS (as it often involves a Pitta component)

Chronic fevers or inflammation

How to know if it’s right for you:

The only way to determine if Virechana is suitable for you is to consult with a nearest qualified Ayurvedic practitioner. They will assess your individual constitution (Prakriti) and the nature of your imbalance (Vikriti) through a thorough diagnosis. They will also consider any contraindications, such as severe dehydration, pregnancy, or old age. The practitioner will guide you through the entire process, which includes a preparatory phase (Purva Karma) and a post-therapy regimen (Samsarjana Karma), to ensure the treatment is safe and effective.

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1.Kalmegh syrup 10 ml twice daily 2.Kanchnar guggulu 2tab twicce daily 3.Varunadi kashayam 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily 4.Punarnavadi mandur 2 tab twice daily

Virechana (therapeutic purgation) is ideal for: - Pitta disorders (liver, gallbladder, skin) - Hormonal imbalance - Detoxifying blood and gut

Adv: Kindly visit a nearby Ayurvedic physician for better management.

Warm Regards, Dr.Anjali Sehrawat

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Dear Anuja You have multiple issues. It is advisable to go for consultation.

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1. Bruhathyadi kashaya 15ml + 60 ml lukewarm water twice daily, half an hour before food. 2. Chandraprabha gulika 1-0-1 after food. 3. Avipathy choorna 1/2 tsp with ghee at night. (this medicine will detox body with mild virechana property).

Keep the body always hydrated. Took these medicines for 2 weeks and follow up.

Take care, Dr. Shaniba

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hello Anuja ,

Thank you for sharing everything so clearly. Let me explain simply.

You have a few issues together gallbladder stones, fatty liver grade 1, PCOS, and abdominal pain. These show that your digestion and metabolism are not working at their best, and your body is storing more toxins (ama) and fat than it should. In Ayurveda, when agni (digestive fire) is weak, liver and gallbladder suffer first, periods get disturbed (PCOS), and slowly fat metabolism slows down. A detox like Virechana (purgation) is very helpful in such conditions because it cleans the liver, gallbladder, and intestines deeply. But it should only be done after proper Deepana Pachana (boosting digestion and clearing ama) and under supervision.

You can know Virechana suits you .,

You have good strength (not too weak or underweight). Your digestion is not severely poor (no severe constipation/diarrhea daily).

No active infection, fever, or uncontrolled illness is present. A vaidya will usually prepare your body (snehapana and swedana) and only then give virechana. Done properly, it can benefit gallstones, fatty liver, skin, PCOS, and detox together.

Ama Pachana (first 10–14 days) Hingvastaka Churna – ½ tsp with warm water before meals, twice daily. Trikatu Churna – ½ tsp with honey after lunch, once daily.

Internal Medicines (2–3 months) Varunadi Kashayam – 15 ml with equal water, twice daily before food (for gallstones and PCOS). Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet twice daily after food (for fatty liver and metabolism). Kumaryasava – 15 ml with equal water after lunch and dinner (for PCOS and periods). Punarnavadi Mandura – 1 tablet twice daily after food (for liver and swelling).

External support Abdominal massage with warm castor oil twice a week. Hot fomentation on abdomen for pain relief.

Lifestyle & Diet

Take warm water through the day. Avoid fried, oily, junk, red meat, and too much dairy. Eat more vegetables, gourds, green leaves, and seasonal fruits. Include turmeric, ginger, cumin, and garlic in cooking. Walk 30 min daily, avoid sitting too long. Sleep well and keep stress low (direct link to PCOS and liver).

Investigations

Liver function test (LFT). Lipid profile. Hormonal profile (LH, FSH, AMH, Testosterone, Prolactin). Ultrasound abdomen and pelvis (follow-up for stones and fatty liver). Fasting blood sugar and insulin.

My advice: Virechana can suit you, but only after proper preparation.

Please don’t attempt it at home. Start with these simple medicines and diet first, and once digestion improves, then Panchakarma like Virechana can be safely planned for you.

Warm regards,

Dr. Karthika

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Hi Anuja this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem…I really want to know more about your issues and proper diagnosis of your condition… And since how many days you are facing this issue ma…

You should not blindly try anything to your body without knowing proper diagnosis… If you have any reports regarding this… kindly share… Then we will proceed with treatment

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It’s better to consult ayurvedic practitioner in person so they can evaluate your prakruti examine you and recommend safe treatment

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Hello, Please consult an ayurveda doctor at your area, so that appropriate panchakarma treatment and ayurveda medicines can be prescribed and given for effective management of all your issues. Take care, Kind regards.

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NEED PERSONAL CONSULTATION.

Please visit nearby ayurvedic physician for further advice and treatment.

Take care😊

Kind Regards, Dr.Isha Ashok Bhardwaj

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HELLO ANUJA,

1) GALL BALDDER STONES -Stones form when bile (a digestive juice) becomes thick, sticky, and crystallises. -Ayurveda= linked to excess pitta (heat, bile) mixing with kapha (mucus, heaviness)

2) FATTY LIVER (GRADE 1) -Early stage= fat deposits in the liver cells, but no major damage yet -Ayurveda= reflects a sluggish agni(digestive fire), leading to ama (toxic build up)

3) PCOS -Ovarian cysts, irregular cycles, weight gain, hormonal imbalance -Ayurveda= imbalance of kapha (heaviness, cysts) and vata (irregular cycles, hormones)

4) ABDOMINAL PAIN (LEFT SIDE) -Could be colon (constipation/gas), spleen or even kidney. Needs confirmation by imaging

TREATMENT GOALS -GALLSTONES= prevent further growth, reduce inflammation, encourage bile flow, avoid emergency surgery -FATTY LIVER= melt fat deposits, improve metabolism, strengthen liver function -PCOS= clear cystic tendencies, balance hormones, restore regular ovulation -OVERALL= detox channels, rekindle digestion, regulate metabolism, balance vata-pitta-kapha

INTERNAL TREATMENT

1) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at night =mild bowel cleansing, removes ama

2) BHUMYAMALAKI CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals =liver specific herbs, reduces fatty deposits

3) PUNARNAVA + GOKSHURA DECOCTION= 50 ml twice daily after meals =supports kidney and fluid balance

4) KANCHANAR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =breaks cysts/tumors, useful in PCOS

5) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily with warm water =classic for liver + gallbladder disorders, regulates pitta

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) OIL MASSAGE= with medicated oils like dhanwantaram taila = improves circulation, reduces heaviness

2) BASTI (medicated enema) in later stage= balances vata, helps in pcos and digestion

3) LEPA (Herbal paste)- rasnadi churna + castor oil warm paste applied over abdomen to reduce pain/inflammation

LIFESTYLE CHANGES -Routine= early to bed, early to rise. keep digestion regular -Hydration= warm water throughout day. Avoid ice-cold drinks -Exercise= 30-40 mins brisk walk or light yoga daily

DIET -green leafy veggies- spinach, methi, coriander -gourds- lauki, tori, karela -barley, millet, red rice -light pulses - mung dal, massor -warm spices- jeera, ajwain, turmeric

AVOID -oily, fried, cheese, panner -excess jaggery, sugar, sweets -red meat, egg yolk -cold drinks, packaged foods, bakery items

ASANAS -Bhujangasna= stimulates liver and ovaries -Dhanurasana= gallbladder and digestion -Setubandhasana= hormonal balance -Trikonasana= reduces abdominal congestion

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances hormones -Kapalbhati= improves liver and metabolism -Bhramari= calms stress, balances vata

HOME REMEDIES -warm water with lemon + 1/2 tsp turmeric every morning -1 tsp aloe vera juice + 1 tsp amla juice daily for liver support -fenugreek seeds soaked overnight- eat in morning for pcos -coriander seed water soaked overnight, drink next day for gallbladder and liver

FINALLY -Virechana may help, but it’s not the first step- you need proper deepan-pachan (digestive correction) and snehana (oil prep) before. -With gallstones, aggressive purgation without supervision can trigger severe pain- so supervised care is non- negotiable -GOOD NEWS= fatty liver grade 1 and PCOS can be reversed with lifestyle and medications. Stones can be managed conservatively if small and not obstructing -Ayurveda’s goal for you- reset digestion, detoxify liver-gallbladder, dissolve ama, balance hormnoes, prevent further complications

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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First of all you need to consult with panchakarma specialist. First you need to perform vaman therapy as it will decrease your kapha dushti so the virechana will have more effect. Dr Akshay negi MD PANCHAKARMA

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Start with Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water will help reduce fatty liver and also as liver detox For PCOS Tablet M2TONE 1-0-1 Kanchanar guggul 1-0-1 Will help reduce your pcos Gokshuradi guggul 1-0-0 will help kidney detox. Virechan is a good detoxing process, but pre Virechan and post Virechan should be followed strictly as advised by the Ayurveda physician.

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Considering the multiple concerns you’ve mentioned, it’s important to understand that Ayurveda believes in a holistic approach, targeting the root causes rather than just symptoms. Virechana, a form of Panchakarma, primarily focuses on detoxifying the liver and improving the overall function of the digestive system, which can be helpful in cases like yours. However, it’s crucial to undergo a detailed assessment by an Ayurvedic practitioner to determine if Virechana is right for you, considering your specific body constitution and imbalances.

For gallbladder stones, Ayurveda suggests managing Pitta accumulation and improving bile flow. Incorporating warm, easy-to-digest foods, such as cooked vegetables, whole grains, and avoiding oily and spicy foods could benefit. Regular intake of turmeric, which has anti-inflammatory properties, might also be helpful, yet consulting a healthcare provider before making dietary changes is advisable.

In the case of fatty liver, focus on enhancing liver function through a Kapha-pacifying diet. Consume light, warm meals with ingredients like ginger, and engage in regular physical activity to help metabolize fats properly. PCOS requires balancing hormones and supporting reproductive health, hence incorporating herbs like Ashoka or Shatavari under professional guidance could be beneficial.

For pain in left abdomen, an accurate diagnosis is essential. Meanwhile, you may try gentle yoga practices such as twisting postures, which can improve digestion and reduce discomfort — again, being cautious considering any underlying conditions.

A personalized kidney detox might involve herbal supplements like Gokshura or Punarnava, which support urinary health. Before starting any detox, ensure it aligns well with your constitution and current health status.

Clearly, a professional Ayurvedic assessment is vital to determine the suitability of Virechana in your case, based on prakriti (constitution) and vikriti (imbalance). Safety and efficacy are our priorities, therefore medical supervision is recommended.

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To determine if Virechana is suitable, you should consider a few key elements related to your specific health conditions. Virechana, a purification method targeting the Pitta dosha, can benefit various issues if administered correctly, but it must be tailored to individual needs.

With gallbladder stones, liver, kidney concerns, and PCOS, there’s a complex interplay of doshas—likely an imbalance of Pitta and Kapha. Without detailed evaluation, Virechana might provide relief but could also aggravate if not suitable for your current Prakriti and Vikruti (current imbalance). You should first visit an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner who can accurately diagnose your situation before considering Virechana; it’s not advisable to self-medicate in such cases.

Virechana involves preparatory steps like snehana (internal and external oleation) and swedana (sudation therapy), followed by the therapeutic purgation itself. The diet leading up to the procedure needs to be light and easy to digest. It’s essential to ensure that your body is adequately prepared for these stages, and the process is supervised.

For supporting detoxification without a full Virechana procedure, incorporating dietary and lifestyle changes can be beneficial. Focus on consuming a diet rich in fiber, lean proteins, and avoid heavy, spicy, or oily foods which aggravate Pitta and Kapha. Regular exercise and consistent routine in sleep and meal times support overall detox.

If symptoms are severe, or you experience acute abdominal pain, it’s crucial to seek immediate medical attention to avoid complications, as some aspects may require urgent care beyond Ayurveda. Always integrate Ayurvedic approaches with primary healthcare advice to ensure comprehensive safety and wellbeing.

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