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Managing Rheumatic Arthritis and Thyroid Issues - #37326

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I am menka i have rheumatic arthritis and hyperthyroidism thyroid problems last 6 years.My symptoms are all joints pain, morning stiffness , and swelling my all joints and neck pain. My ra factor 90 and I take for thyroid 100 mg tablet. my joints movement also affect.

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HELLO,

In Ayurveda- your problem is 3 things together

1) AAM INSIDE THE BODY

2) VATA AGGRAVATION

3) PITTA DISTURBED BECAUSE OF HYPER THYROID TYPE METABOLISM

RA factor high + thyroid hyper makes this triangle

So any one treats only thyroid= zero result

Ayurveda treats root cause= gut fire correction-> remove aam-> calm vata + regulate pitta-> then nourish

INTERAL MEDICATIOS

FOR FIRST 7 DAYS

-AMAPACHAK. VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals

-HINGWASATAKA CHURMA= 1/2 tsp with ghee before meals

AFTER 7 DAYS

-YOGARAJ GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals

-GUDUCHI GHAN VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals

-DASHMOOLA KASHAYA= 20 ml + equal water twice daily before meals

-KACHANAR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals

-BRAHMI GHRITA= 1 tsp with warm milk at night

EXTERNAL TREATMENT -OIL MASSAGE = warm sesame oil daily -Then mild fomentation -local hot compress to swollen jpints

Topical oil= mahavishagarbha taila

LIFESTYLE -warm food only -early dinnner -no cold stored food -no curd especially night -no bakery/maida -sip warm water whole day -sleep before 10:30 pm -sunlight morning 20 min

This lifestyle itself is 50% of treatment result

YOGA -slow gentle movements -no sudden jerks -no deep weight bearing postures

ASANAS= vajrasana, tadasana, shashankasana, pawamutasana for joints

PRANAYAM -nadi sodhana -bhramari -sheetali not recommended in many RA hyperthyroid patterns

DIET things that always worsen RA + THYROID combo -sour curd -cold + stale -deep fried -bakery discuits/cakes -milk + salty/ milk + sour combination -very heavy millet everyday -irregular eating timing

THINGS THAT ALMOST ALWAYS HELP -moong dal -rice +moong khichdi with little ghee -ginger + jeera + ajwian -warm vegetable soups -small frequent warm meals

REMEDIES -warm water with dry ginger piece sip whole day -turmeric + dry ginger pinch in warm water before sleep -castor oil 1 small spoon at bedtime once a weekly only if no lose motion tendency

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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119 days ago

Sir medicine kitne din lene hai

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118 days ago

Sir aapne yeah nahi btya yeah sabh medicine kitne din lene hai

Take Simhanada guggulu 1-0-1 Kanchanar guggulu 1-0-1 Dashamoola aristha 15-0-15 ml Ajamodadi churna 1/2 tsp with warm water twice daily Mahanarayana taila - massage over joints Avoid curd sugar refined cold food Drink warm water throughout the day

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1.Simhanada guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Rasnadi kwath 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 3.Kanchnar guggulu 2 tab twice daiy with water after meals 4.Ashwagandha churna 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk after meals 5.Brahmi vati 1 tab at bedtime with water

Adv: Dry fomentation with sand or salt once daily

Diet & Lifestyle Tips - Avoid cold, sour, fermented, and heavy foods - Include warm, cooked meals with ghee, turmeric, ginger, bottle gourd, and drumstick - Sip cumin-coriander-fennel tea throughout the day - Gentle yoga: Bhujangasana, Tadasana, and joint rotations

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Hello, It is better to meet ayurveda doctor who stays in and around your place as this requires physical examination along with prakruti-vikruti pariksha, nadi pariksha etc. for better management as panchakarma along with internal medication really helps in better management of the symptoms and improves Quality of Life. Take care, Kind regards.

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Hello Menka I can understand your concern. Your condition shows Aamavata (Rheumatoid Arthritis) along with Agnimandya (weak digestion) but dont worry we are here to help you out😊

✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF. TREATMENT

1 Simhanada Guggul 2 tabs twice daily after food with warm water (Removes Ama, relieves swelling & stiffness)

2. Mahayograj Guggul 1 tab twice daily after food (Strengthens bones & joints)

3 Punarnava Mandur 2 tabs twice daily before food with warm water (Reduces inflammation & water retention)

4. Articap 1-0-1 after food

✅PANCHAKARMA THERAPY FOR 7 DAYS ( to be done in nearby panchakarma center)

Abhyanga (warm oil massage) with Mahanarayana Taila (Reduces stiffness & improves joint mobility)

Nadi Swedana (steam therapy) After massage for 10–15 mins (Eliminates toxins and eases pain)

Patra Pinda Sweda (leaf poulticel Improves circulation & reduces swelling

Vaitarna basti ( Enema therapy)

✅DIET MODIFICATION

✅Include

Warm, freshly prepared meals Light khichdi, moong dal, old rice, lauki, methi, drumstick soup Small amount of ghee for lubrication Herbal teas: jeera–ajwain–saunth, methi water Fruits: papaya, apple, pomegranate

❌Avoid

Curd, cold drinks, bakery items Fermented, fried, and heavy food Excess spicy, sour, and dry foods Raw vegetables and salads Fasting or skipping meals (aggravates Vata)

✅HOME REMEDIES

1. Methi (Fenugreek) water: Soak 1 tsp methi overnight, drink on empty stomach to reduce inflammation.

2. Turmeric milk: ½ tsp haldi in warm milk nightly for joint pain and detox.

3. Castor oil with warm water (once a week): Mild detox to clear Ama.

4. Dry ginger powder (Saunth) + Gud (jaggery) after meals – helps joint stiffness.

Menka ji, your condition represents chronic Aamavata (Rheumatoid Arthritis) with hyperthyroidism.

The goal of treatment is to remove toxins, calm aggravated Vata–Pitta, strengthen bones, and restore thyroid harmony.

Wishing you a good health😊

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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Don’t worry take take rhumayog gold 1tab bd, mahayoga Guggulu gold 1tab bd, dashamoolarista 20ml bd, dhanwantari tail external application,hamsapadikashayam 20ml bd enough

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HI menka,

1) Diet /lifestyle modifictaions 2) 8am 6 pm avipatikar churn 3gm sanjivani vati 500mg punarnava mandoor 250 mg mal sindhur 250 mg mahavat vidhwans rasa 100 mg aamvatari ras 250 mg vatkulantak ras 500 mg

---------------------mix all this in powder form and take 1 tsf bd after meal with luke warm water

2) chaturmukh rasa 1 tab TDS after meal 3) singhnaad gugulu 2 tab TDS after crush after meal 4) bhalataka avleh 15 gm bd wih milk after meal 5) rheumo pravahi 4 tsf tds with equal amount of water after meal

panchkarma- I must advise you for ruksha sweda 2-3 times a day either at home or at any nearby panchkarma centre.

thanku you

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Start with- 1. Vaishvanar churna ½tsp thrice in every meal 2. Sinhnada Guggulu 2-0-2 after food 3. Tab Shallaki 1-0-1 after food 4. Kanchanar Guggulu 2-0-2 after food 5. Hamsapadiyadi Kshayam 2tsp-0-2tsp with 2tsp water before food

If symptoms persist after 14 days then Go for Vaitran Basti procedure at your nearby Panchakarma centre. Avoid - Cold bath, packaged food items, excess sugar, long walks, cold water, sour food items like curd/buttermilk, avoid Paneer/Cheese

Follow - hot water bath, drinking lukewarm water, having short brisk walks

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Hi Menka mam, I can understand your situation There are many medicines for this problem but first you need to understand the “Steps of this problem” (Samprapti) In Ayurveda it’s Aamvaat (Aam+Vaat) increased vaat in your body because of degenerative changes or diatery & lifestyle habits. And formation of Aam because of Weak metabolism and thyroid disfunction. So until the cycle of Aam formation and vaat imbalance continuous in your body you will not get relief from this issue. First you need to work on metabolism to avoid Aam formation in body – for that you have to follow diet and lifestyle correction and take aam pachak medicine like Aam pachak vati - 2 bd Aamvatari Ras vati - 2 bd Mahayograj Guggul - 2 bd Maharasnadi kwath - 3 tsp bd All medicine after food for 21 to 30 days. If possible you should do massage with Valuka Pottali using Caster oil and apply Erand Patra or Ark Patra lep on joints under doctors supervision for 7-8 sessions alternate day. Stop sleeping in day time specially after eating. Avoid late night eating and sleeping. Avoid heavy to digest food. Avoid mixing different kind of food items.

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Start with Sihnad guggul 1-0-1 After food with water Dashamoolarist 15 ml twice daily after food with Maharasnadi ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water Kanchanar guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Aarogyavardhini 1-0-1 after food with water Giloy ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water. Gokshuradi guggul 2-0-0 after food with water Apply dhanvantrum oil on affected area twice daily.

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Singhnada Guggulu - Tryodashang Guggulu - Peedantaka Vati - Punarnavadi Mandoor - Kanchanar guggulu Take 1 tablet from each, half-an-hour after breakfast, and dinner with lukewarm water. Once a week drink a glass of milk with 20 ml castor oil added to it, at night before going to bed.

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Managing rheumatoid arthritis and hyperthyroidism through Ayurveda requires a dedicated focus on balancing your body’s doshas while considering your ongoing medical treatments. For your rheumatoid arthritis, which often involves Vata aggravation, modifications in diet and routine are essential. Opt for warm, cooked foods such as soups and stews. Incorporate spices like ginger, turmeric, and black pepper to help reduce inflammation and improve digestion. Avoid raw, cold, and processed foods as they may increase Vata dosha further leading to more pain and stiffness.

For your hyperthyroidism while it’s crucial to continue your thyroid medication under medical supervision, Ayurveda can complement by supporting overall body balance. Focus on grounding, calming practices such as Abhyanga (self-massage) with warm sesame oil in the morning, followed by a warm shower. This routine can aid in Vata balancing and offer relief for joint stiffness and pain.

In terms of herbal remedies, Triphala may support digestion and detoxification, which can be beneficial given your conditions. Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) is revered in Ayurveda for its potential to reduce inflammation and enhance immunity. However, consult with your Ayurvedic practitioner before adding them to ensure they won’t interfere with your thyroid medication.

Yoga and pranayama (breathing exercises) can also contribute substantially. Gentle yoga poses like Trikonasana (Triangle Pose) and Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) may enhance flexibility and alleviate neck pain. Incorporating daily walking or mild exercise, considering your joint mobility, is vital for maintaining circulation.

Rest is just as important. Aim for a regular sleep schedule and use relaxation techniques like meditation to manage stress, which can exacerbate both thyriod and arthritis symptoms. Always keep an open dialogue with your healthcare provider to ensure your Ayurvedic practices align safely with allopathic treatments.

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HELLO,

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS/ AMAVATA -Your body’s immune system is overactive ad mistakenly attacks your ow joints -This leads to pain, swelling, stiffness and difficulty moving joints, especially in the moring -RA is chronic and can affect multiple joints symmetrically both hands, both knees etc -Ayurvedic view= ama (toxins from improper digestio0 accumulates in the joints, and vata (the energy controlling movement) becomes aggravated, causing stiffness and pain

Your symptoms -pain in all joints and neck -morning stiffness -swelling in joints -difficulty In movement

HYPERTHYROIDISM -Your thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone -Symptoms= rapid heartbeat, weight loss, heat intolerance, nervousness, irritability, and sometimes eye problems -In Ayurveda= Pitta dosha is high, often combined with Agni (digestive fire) overactivity, leading to restlessness, heat, and weight loss -Medication= you take 100 mg tablet . This is essential and should not be stopped on your own.

INTERNALMEDICATIONS

1) ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES= 500mg cap twice daily after meals =strenghens muscles, relieves pain, supports immunity

2) GUDUCHI GHANVATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =reduces ama, balances immunity, anti-inflamatory

3) SHALLAKI CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals =reduces inflammation, improves joint mobility

4) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals = improves digestion, reduces toxins

5) MAHAYOGARAJ GUGGULU= 1 tab twice daily after meals =reduces joint swelling and stiffness

DURATION= 8-12 weeks

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) OIL MASSAGE= MAHANARAYAN OIL -apply gently on painful joints =improves circulation, reduces stiffness, lubricates joints

2) STEAM THERAPY= warm steam over joints after massage = reduces swelling and ama deposits

3) HERBAL PASTE APPLICATION - shallaki powder , turmeric, castor oil =apply warm 20-30 min on affected joints =reduces local pain and inflammation

LIFESTYLE CHANGES -Gentle exercise= walking, swimming and joint friendly yoga -Avoid strain= don’t lift heavy weights, avoid high- impact activites -Rest= adequate sleep to reduce inflamamtion -Stress management = meditation, calming activites -Warmth= keep joints warm, avoid cold exposure -Routine= wake early , moderate activity, maintain consistent meals

YOGA ASANAS -tadasana= improves posture, reduce sstiffness -bhujangasana= for spine and neck flexibility -shalabhasana= strengthens back muscles -vajrasana= improves digestion and joint mobility -gentle stretching for fingers, wrists, knees and ankles

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= Balances Vata and. pitta -bhramari= reduces stress and nervousness -Deep diaphragmatic breathing= improves circulation and calms the mind

DIET -warm, cooked meals -root vegetables, whole grains -ghee In moderation -turmeric, ginger, garlic, cinnamon -fresh fruits= sweet, non acidic

AVOID -cold,raw frozen foods -oily, fried, processed foods -excess spicy, and sour items -excess cruciferous vegetables- caution with thyroid -nightshades if inflammation worsens- tomato, potato, brinjal

HOME REMEDIES -turmeric milk= daily at night -ginger tea= 1-2 cups per day -warm sesame oil massage on joints

-RA and Hyperthyroidism are chronic conditions; management is lifelong -Ayurevda helps= reduce inflamation, improve joint mobility, reduce symptoms, and enhance quality of life -COnventional medicine is essential- do not stop thyroid medication or RA medications without physician guidance -Combination therapy= ayurvedic treatment plus lifestyle, diet and monitoring works best

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Rheumatic arthritis and hyperthyroidism can create a complex health situation, requiring a well-rounded approach. The Ayurveda sees your symptoms as the result of vata imbalance that causes joint pain and swelling, along with pitta issues that affect your metabolic function, potentially influencing your thyroid condition.

Start by focusing on your diet to help balance both vata and pitta doshas. Include warming, grounding foods like cooked grains (such as rice or wheat), lentils, and sweet potatoes. Avoid raw, cold, or overly spicy foods which can aggravate these imbalances. Favor freshly prepared meals instead of processed or leftover foods, which can dampen your agni.

For managing joint pain and morning stiffness, consider regular abhyanga (self-massage) with warm sesame oil. This can help in lubricating joints, reducing stiffness and pain. Do this in the morning, 15-20 minutes before showering, for better absorption and relief.

Herbs like Ashwagandha and Guggulu might be beneficial, as they help to support joint health and inflammation reduction. Use them under the guidance of a qualified practitioner to ensure they integrate properly with your existing medication. Yoga and pranayama can also support energy channels and improve flexibility. Gentle poses like Vrikshasana (Tree pose) and Tadasana (Mountain pose) promote stability and strength.

Monitor your symptoms closely and keep in touch with your healthcare provider to adjust your thyroid medication as needed. It’s crucial to check in regularly. Should symptoms become severe or you experience any new concerning symptoms, seek medical attention right away to prevent potential complications. Balancing these conditions holistically means integrating appropriate medical care alongside Ayurvedic practices.

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