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Gastrointestinal Disorders
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297 days ago
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Seeking Help for Prolonged Diarrhea - #42097

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I am suffering from prolonged diarrhea since last 6 months. After taking prebiotic capsules and eldopar it stops for a while and starts again. What may have caused the prolonged diarrhea without any pain and is there a medicine to stop it?

How would you describe the consistency of your stools?:

- Watery

Have you made any changes to your diet recently?:

- No changes

Do you have any other accompanying symptoms?:

- None
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Dr. Narendrakumar V Mishra
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
297 days ago
5

Avoid oily, spicy and packed foods. Regular exercise. Use boiled water for drinking. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Regular exercise of buttermilk. Cap Mebarid 2-0-2 Tab Bilva 2-0-2 Follow up after 1week.

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Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
297 days ago
5

Hello I‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ can totally get where you are coming from. Normally, in your case, prebiotics and Eldoper temporarily control chronic watery diarrhea without pain. This pattern indicates: Grahani Roga (Chronic Digestive Weakness)

Impacted by: Mandagni (weak digestive fire) Vata-Pitta imbalance Gut mucosal weakness Ama + malabsorption

In Grahani, the stool gradually turns to water because the digestive organ (Agni) is too weak to hold the digested food, so it passes quickly.

✅POSSIBLE CAUSES

Even if the diet remains consistent, the following factors may be the root of persistent Grahani:

–The infection that has weakened the gut and is the cause of the past you are unaware of; –Irritable bowel pattern (IBS) with Vata predominance; –Long-term stress; –Consumption of meals at irregular times; –Tea/coffee overconsumption; –Use of antibiotics in the past; –Poor gut flora (microbiome imbalance).

✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT

✅ To Stop Watery Stools & Strengthen Gut

1 Kutajghan Vati – 2 tabs twice daily before meals (Very effective for chronic watery diarrhea)

2 Mustarishta – 20 ml with equal water after lunch & dinner (Controls frequency + improves digestion)

3 Bilva Churna – ½ tsp with warm water twice daily (Helps bulk formation)

✅ Heal Gut Lining (Mucosa)

Jeerakadyarishta – 15 ml after meals Piyushavalli Ras – 1 tab twice daily (if acidity or burning with stools)

✅ DIET MODIFICATION (MOST IMPORTANT)

For the first 10-15 days: Eat Moong dal khichdi Steamed rice + ghee (½ tsp each meal) Coconut water (if dehydration) Homemade buttermilk with roasted cumin

Avoid Raw salads, cold water Milk, curd in excess Wheat rotis (hard to digest during Grahani) Tea/coffee Spicy, oily, fermented foods

✅ Lifestyle Advice Eat at regular times Do not drink water immediately after meals 10-15 min gentle walk after lunch Reduce stress to support gut nerves

Your pattern is highly indicative of Grahani, which can be cured with the right herbs and a gut repair diet. If you adhere to this regimen for 4-6 weeks, the diarrhea will stop entirely and your digestion will get back to normal.

Warm Regards Dr. Snehal ‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌Vidhate

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Dr. Gursimran Jeet Singh
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
296 days ago
5

Internal Medicines 1 Kutajarishta – 20 ml + 40 ml warm water after lunch & dinner 2 Bilwadi Churna – 3 gm + buttermilk morning empty stomach 3 Dadimadi Ghrita – 10 ml with warm water morning 4 Chitrakadi Vati – 2 tab after lunch & dinner 5 Shankha Bhasma – 250 mg + Bilwadi Churna 1 gm night with warm water

Diet Give only Rice + moong khichdi (well-cooked) + 1 tsp ghee Fresh thin buttermilk with roasted jeera Ripe banana, pomegranate juice 100 ml, apple stew, rice kanji Avoid completely Raw salads, fruits with skin, sprouts Milk, thick curd, wheat, maida Tea/coffee, cold drinks, spicy food, outside food

Lifestyle Vajrasana 5–10 min after every meal No daytime sleep Anulom-Vilom 10 min daily Sleep 10 PM – 6 AM

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Dr. Anupriya
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
297 days ago
5

HELLO, I recommend the following treatment plan for you- Treatment - 1.Kutaj ghanvati -2-0-2 after meals. 2.Ushirasava+ Kutajarishta -2tsp each with equal amount of water twice a day after meals. 3.Bilvadi churna+ Balgangadhar churna-Half tsp each with water before lunch and dinner.

Diet that is beneficial - .Grains- old shaali rice, daliya . Lentils- moong dal,masoor dal . Vegetables - Parwal, Bitter gourd,Ash gourd,Bottle guard , raw banana cooked as vegetable . Fruits - Ripe Banana , Bel, Jamun . Drink green coconut water,Bel juice. .Buttermilk is beneficial. .Fresh Bel sharbat is beneficial. Food to be avoided - .Maida . Lentils- Chana dal,Matar, urad dal . Fruits - Grapes, Jackfruit . Vegetables - Spinach,leafy vegetables.

Follow this treatment plan and you will get results. REVIEW AFTER 5 DAYS. Regards, Dr. Anupriya

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Dr. Ravi Chandra Rushi
Master of Surgery in Ayurveda
297 days ago
5

Don’t worry take kutajarista 20ml bd, kutajaganavati 1tab bd, shankavati 1tab bd, Pancharista 20ml bd enough

Dr RC BAMS MS

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Dr. M.Sushma
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
297 days ago
5

Do not take eldopar continuously Is the stools are watery ? Daily how many times you have? Start on Kutaja ghan vati 1-0-1 Giloyghan vati 1-0-1 Drink buttermilk/ coconut water/ barley water Avoid citrus fruits dairy products except curd and buttermilk spicy sour and outside food Drink warm water throughout the day If still persists once get stool analysis

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Dr. Manjula
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
296 days ago
5

Hello, It is very helpful if you answer the following questions?- 1. What is your age? 2. Is there any history of eating out/being on antibiotic course before you started developing these symptoms? 3. Do you see and undigested food? and also what is the frequency in a day? 4. Do you have any weight loss&/fatigue?

Take care, Kind regards.

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Dr. Maitri Bhavesh Kumar Acharya
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
296 days ago
5

HELLO,

You have had loose stools for 6 months, which stop for a short time and then start again This type of long term diarrhea, when painless, is seen often in Ayurveda as

GRAHANI/ GRAHANI DOSHA “Grahani” means the part of the intestine that holds , digests, and absorbs food When this system becomes weak, digestion becomes poor. You may at normally but nutrients are not absorbed properly and the stools remain loose

Your digestion is not “processing and absorbing food properly” so whenever you eat is passing through too quickly

WHY DOES THIS HAPPEN? -weak digestive fire -infections that never fully cleared -eating irregularly or eating heavy foods -stress/worry/anxiety -eating cold or incompatible foods -overuse of antibiotics -intolerance to certain foods -hyperthyroidism -IBS-D -Liver bile imbalance -long term acidity medicines -drinking too much tea/coffee Even if there is no pain, the intensity may still be irritated, inflamed or weak

SYMPTOMS COMMONLY SEEN ARE -frequent loose stools -undiested food particles in stool -feeming tired after passing stool -gurgling sound in stomach -temporary improvement after takin anti diarrheals -loos of appetite or increased hunger -feeling weak or light headed -weight loss with time

Ayurvedic treatment is not just to stop diarrhoea The real goal is to heal the digestive system from the root

TREATMENT GOALS -strengthen digestive fire -heal and tighten intestinal lining -improve absorption -balance vata-pitta in intestines -stop frequency of stools naturally -restore nutrient levels and strength -prevent recurrence

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) KUTAJRARISHTA= 20 ml + equal water twice daily after meals for 8 weeks =reduces toxins and supports intestinal strength, stops loose stools

2) MUSTARISHTA= 15ml + equal water twice daily before meals for 6 weeks =calms pitta, reduces burning . soothes the intestines

3) BILVADI GULIKA= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 3 months =stregthens the intestinal wall, reduces spasms, very suitable for long term loose stools

4) DADIMASTAKA CHURNA= 1 tsp with buttermilk twice daily before meals for 2 months =excellent for weak digestion , reduces gas and bloating, provides strength to gut mucosa

5) TAKRARISHTA= 20 ml twice daily with warm water before emals =best for grahani

DIET -moong dal khichdi, -rice with ghee -light soups moong, carrot, pumpkin -steamed apple -ripe banana in moderation -bael fruit pulp -pomegranate or its juice -lightly spiced buttermilk daily -soft cooked rice flakes -poha -warm water only

AVOID -milk (cause mucus, worsens grahani) -curd (but you should take buttermilk strictly daily) -cheese, panner -wheat chapati , In excess -fried foods, spicy foods -raw vegetables (always boiled or stewed should be eating) -cold foods/drink - also cold water -ice cream -bakery items -tea and coffee in excess -packaged juics -oilu chutneys -overeating at night

LIFESTYLE CHANGES -eat at fixed times -eat warm, fresh food only -sit in vajrasana for 5 min after meals -avoid stress while eating -walk 10 min after lunch -avoid sleeping during the day

AVOID -skiping meals -late dinners -eating too fast -chilling drinks -long gaps between meals -heavy exercise after meals

YOGA ASANS -vajrasana= 5-10 min after meals -pawanmuktasana -paschimottanasana -trikonasana -marjariasana -mandukasana Avoid if severe weakness or dizziness

PRANAYAM -nadi sodhana -bhramari -sheetali -deep belly breathing for 10 min daily Helps in IBS- type diarrhea and stress induced diarrhea

HOME REMEDIES -Roated fennel + cumin tea= calms digestion, reduces gas -Pomegranate rind decoction= strengthens intestinal linig -Bael pulp= traditionally remedy for chronic loose sttools -A pinch of hing with warm water= balances vata -Rice gruel = gentle on gut, improves strength

Chronic diarrhea lasting 6 months should not be ignored, even if it is painless Ayurveda provides a root level approach, focusing on -improving digestive fire -restoration intestinal strength -reducing triggers -balancing vata-pitta -preventing long term weakness Most patients recover well with consistent diet, lifestyle correction, and proper above treatment

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Dr. Prasad Pentakota
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
296 days ago
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Bilwadi churna 1/2 tsp after food with warm water twice daily Kutaja ghan vati 1 tablet after food twice daily Kutaja aristha 10 ml after meals with water Avoid oily fried processed spicy foods

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Dr. Anjali Sehrawat
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
296 days ago
5

1.Kutajghan Vati 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Shankha Vati 1 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Bilwadi Churna 1/4 tsp twice daily with buttermilk or water 4.Mustakarista 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals

🥣 Dietary Guidelines - Eat: Soft-cooked rice, moong dal, pomegranate, nutmeg, boiled apple, and buttermilk with roasted cumin - Avoid: Raw vegetables, dairy (except buttermilk), fried foods, cold drinks, and heavy meals - Hydration: Sip warm water with a pinch of rock salt and sugar to prevent dehydration

🧘‍♂️ Lifestyle Tips - Rest the gut: Eat small, frequent meals - Practice yoga: Gentle poses like Vajrasana and breathing exercises like Anulom Vilom - Sleep: Maintain a regular sleep cycle to support digestion

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Dr. Hemanshu Mehta
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
296 days ago
5

HELLO,

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT

1) REMOVING THE CAUSE Avoid all factors that aggravate vata-pitta -cold food, refrigerated food, raw salads -excess tea/coffee -heavy oils, fried items -irregular eating and sleeping -excess stress or anxiety

2) DIET -thin rice gruel -fermented rice water -moong dal khichdi -stewed apple, banana. pomegranate -buttermilk with roasted cumin+ pinch of rock salt -warm water only

AVOID -milk, dairy expect buttermilk -wheat based heavy foods -raw vegetables -spicy or sour items -packaged/ fermented foods -cold drinks

INTERNALLY

1) KUTAJ GHAN VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals

2) BILWADI CHURNA= 1/2 tsp twice daily with warm water after meals

3) DADIMASTAKA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp twice daily with warm water

4) SHUNTI + JEERA + AJWAIN DECOCTION mild once daily

5) BAEL PULP= 2 tbsp daily

LIFESTYLE -eat meals at fixed times -avoid sleeping immediately after lunch -reduce stress = anulom vilom -warm foods only -light walking after meals

GUT STRENGTHENING After stools stabilize 2-5 days, introduce -trikatu churna= a pinch before meals

-Hingwastaka churna= 1/2 tsp with first bite of food

-Buttermilk + jeera is key to long term gut repair

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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Dr. Surya Bhagwati
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
296 days ago
5

Hello Start with Kutajarist 15ml twice daily after food with 30ml. Water Bilva tablet 1-0-1 after food with water Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Avoid processed foods, fast foods, street foods, Junk food Take buttermilk with pinch of asafoetida black salt and roasted jeera powder after lunch daily Avoid nonveg food if you are non-vegetarian Avoid milk, wheat and wheat products. Follow up after 10days

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Dr. Sara Garg
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
295 days ago
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Prolonged diarrhea without associated pain can stem from various causes, some of which may not be immediately apparent. In Ayurvedic terms, it is often attributed to an imbalance in the Vata or Pitta doshas, affecting the digestive fire, or agni. This can disrupt the normal absorption and assimilation of nutrients—leading to loose stools. Intestinal disorders, bacterial infections, chronic diseases like IBS, or food intolerances could all be potential triggers.

While the prebiotic capsules and Eldoper provide temporary relief, they may not address the underlying imbalance causing your symptoms. It’s essential to observe patterns in your diet and lifestyle to identify potential triggers. Ensure you’re not consuming significantly cold, spicy, or overly processed foods, as these can exacerbate Vata and Pitta imbalances.

To address this condition, consider the following Ayurvedic interventions:

1. Diet Adjustments: Incorporate easily digestible foods like khichdi (a mixture of rice and lentils), moong dal (green gram soup), and light soups into your diet. Avoid cold beverages, raw salads, and spicy or fried foods. Drink warm water or cumin-coriander-fennel tea to support digestion.

2. Herbal Remedies: Triphala can be beneficial due to its balancing effect on all doshas, aiding in bowel regularity. Take one teaspoon mixed with warm water before bed. However, if there is no improvement, sushrut prefers caution in prolonged use.

3. Probiotics and Fermented Foods: While you’re taking prebiotics, consider adding natural probiotics like yogurt, especially one that’s homemade to rebalance the gut flora.

4. Stress Management: Engage in practices such as yoga, meditation, or pranayama to stabilize Vata and relieve stress, which can also affect digestion.

5. Professional Consultation: Since the symptoms are persistent, it’s crucial to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner who can assess your prakriti and vikruti in detail and possibly conduct a deeper investigation into other health factors.

Ayurvedic treatments should complement any necessary medical interventions, not replace them when the situation is potentially severe. If symptoms intensify or new symptoms emerge, consider seeing a healthcare professional for further examinations.

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Dr. Anirudh Deshmukh
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Prolonged diarrhea can be troubling, especially if conventional approaches like prebiotics and medications offer only temporary relief. From an Siddha-Ayurvedic standpoint, chronic diarrhea could be related to imbalances in the vata and possibly kapha doshas affecting your digestive system. The excessive vata can lead to irregular movement within the intestines, resulting in frequent bowel movements, while kapha could be contributing to mucus in the stools and irregular digestion.

Let’s consider an approach that addresses both vata and kapha. First, evaluate your current diet. Incorporate light, easily digestible foods such as rice gruel (kanji) and boiled lentils (moong dal) which help in calming the digestive tract. Avoid dairy and oily foods as they can be heavy and increase kapha. Also, refrain from very cold food and drinks which can further disturb vata.

You may benefit from the use of herbs like dried ginger (shunti) and fennel (saunf) which can help balance the digestive fire (agni). A small pinch of ginger powder mixed with warm water before meals might aid digestion. Fennel tea acts to calm the intestines; prepare by boiling a teaspoon of fennel seeds in water and sipping it warm after meals.

Additionally, managing stress is essential since it can aggravate vata. Regular practices such as pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditation may help stabilize your mind and body.

However, given the enduring nature of your condition, it’s important to rule out any underlying serious conditions like infections, inflammatory bowel disease or malabsorption, which would require immediate medical intervention. Consulting with a healthcare professional versed in both traditional wisdom and modern medicine can ensure a comprehensive approach to your health.

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