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Seeking Ayurvedic Remedies for PKD and Liver Enlargement
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Seeking Ayurvedic Remedies for PKD and Liver Enlargement - #46095

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Sir/ madam,, 🙏,,Im 41 years old female.. Im having PKD( both kidney - hereditary ) and also liver enlargement and chronic digestion problem.... Can u suggest me ayuurvedic tablets and chooranam and life style changes + also herbs useful.... 🙏.. Thank u

How long have you been experiencing your digestive problems?:

- More than 6 months

Have you noticed any specific triggers for your symptoms?:

- Lack of sleep

What is your current diet like?:

- Mostly vegetarian
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Since this is genetic, we must stop the cysts from growing. Lack of sleep is your biggest enemy; it increases Vata which accelerates kidney damage.

Medicines 1 Varanadi Kashayam (Tablet): 2 tablets twice daily with warm water (before food). 2 Punarnava Mandoor: 2 tablets twice daily (after food). 3 Bhumyamalaki Churna: 1 teaspoon with warm water twice daily. 4 Triphala Churna: 1 teaspoon with warm water at bedtime. 5 Syp Liv 52 DS 1tsp-0-1tsp after food Dietary & Lifestyle Advice You must sleep by 10:00 PM. Late nights directly damage kidney tissue. Diet: Low Salt: Essential to prevent fluid retention.

Avoid: Curd (Yogurt), Pickles, and heavy beans (Rajma). Eat light Moong Dal instead. Drink only warm water to aid digestion.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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1.Kanchnar guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Vriddhivadhika vati 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Arogyavardhini vati 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 4.Punaranavadi kwath 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 5.Avipattikar churna 1 tsp with warm water before meals twice daily 6.Triphala churna 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water

✅ What to Include - Warm, cooked vegetarian meals: khichdi, moong dal soup, steamed vegetables - Low-protein options: bottle gourd, ridge gourd, pumpkin, ash gourd - Liver-friendly foods: beetroot, carrot, turmeric, coriander leaves - Digestive herbs: cumin, ajwain, fennel, ginger (small amounts) - Hydration: sip warm water throughout the day; avoid cold water - Fruit choices: pomegranate, papaya, apple (peeled), chikoo (in moderation)

🚫 What to Avoid - Excess salt, pickles, papad, packaged snacks - Heavy pulses (chana, rajma), fermented foods - Fried, spicy, and sour items (especially tamarind, vinegar) - Cold drinks, ice creams, and raw salads - Excess dairy (especially paneer, cheese)

Lifestyle Tips 🌞 Daily Routine - Wake up by 6:30–7 AM Sip warm water with a pinch of turmeric or cumin

Morning movement Gentle yoga: Vajrasana, Bhujangasana, Anulom-Vilom (5–10 mins)

Meal timings - Breakfast: 8–9 AM - Lunch: 1–2 PM - Dinner: 7–8 PM (light and soupy)

Sleep hygiene - Avoid screens after 9 PM - Sleep by 10 PM - Use warm castor oil or sesame oil on feet before bed

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For your Kidney problem: Start with Chandraprbha vati 1-0-1 after food with water For your liver problems Divya Livamrit advance 1-0-1 after food with water , will help reduce enlarged Liver Hingvastak churan 1tsp with buttermilk after lunch daily, will improve digestion.

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Thank you for reaching out and trusting these platform with your Health journey

From what you have shared, you have hereditary, polycystic, kidney disease, liver enlargement, and chronic digestive issues, which indicates involvement of vata and pitta with talks in accumulation in the body, according to Ayurveda

The goal is to support, kidney, and liver function, improve digestion and reduce toxin in buildup

You can start on Kanchanar guggulu Punarnavadi mandura Tab liv 52 DS Gokshuradi guggulu One tablet twice daily after food with warm water Avipattikara churna half teaspoon before meals with water Triphala churna teaspoon with warm water at night

Eat light, freshly cooked, vegetarian meals, avoid heavy, fried, and processed food Drink plenty of fluid drink, warm water throughout the day Avoid late night meals and get required sleep Regular morning walk or yoga, but avoid strenuous exercises Avoid alcohol, smoking (if applicable) and excessive salt

Regular monitoring of kidney and liver function is essential. Ayurvedic medicine can support function, reduce, inflammation and improve digestion Consistent with medicine, diet and lifestyle changes can slow progression, reduce symptom and improve quality of life

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Don’t worry take swarna kravyadi ras 1tab bd, yakrithplihatkachurna 1tsp, Arogya vardini vati 1tab bd, kumariasva 20ml bd, Yogendra ras 1tab bd enough u ll get results

Dr RC BAMS MS

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Hello I​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ really get your point. It is extremely difficult to imagine what you go through with hereditary PKD affecting both kidneys plus liver hypertrophy and chronic digestive issues, however, with a cautious, kidney-friendly Ayurvedic treatment, the disease can be contained, digestion can get better, and the overall quality of life can get quite high again.

YOUR CONCERN

You suffer from: - Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) – hereditary, both kidneys - Liver enlargement - Long-standing chronic digestive problems Trigger: Sleep deprivation Age: 41 years Diet: Mainly vegetarian

AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING

From the point of Ayurveda, such a disease is characterized by: Kapha–Vata imbalance leading to cyst formation Medo-dushti & Srotorodha (blockage in micro-channels) Yakrit (liver) and Mutravaha srotas involvement Weak Agni (digestive fire) worsening toxin (Ama) accumulation

Goal of treatment: – Protect kidney function – Reduce liver congestion –Improve digestion & metabolism – Prevent cyst progression – Improve strength and vitality safely

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT PLAN (Kidney-safe, non-toxic medicine – avoid heavy metals)

INTERNAL MEDICATION

1. Punarnava Mandur – 1 tablet two times daily after meal → Helps in reducing fluid retention, rejuvenates kidneys & liver

2. Varunadi Kashayam 15 ml + an equal amount of warm water two times daily before food → Best medicine for cystic kidney disorders

3. Guduchi Churna – ½ tsp once daily with warm water → An Immunomodulator, a liver & kidney protector

4. Bhumi Amla Churna ½ tsp once daily after lunch → Relieves liver enlargement, promotes bile flow

5. Avipattikar Churna ½ tsp at bedtime with warm water → Heals chronic indigestion, acidity, and flatulence

The period of treatment: At least 6 months with periodic check-up

DIETARY GUIDELINES (VERY IMPORTANT)

✅ INCLUDE

Easy-to-digest, warm, freshly cooked food Snake gourd, ridge gourd, pumpkin Rice gruel, moong dal, vegetable soups Coriander, cumin, fennel for cooking Enough hydration (small sips, not more than required)

❌ STRICTLY AVOID

Excess salt Packaged & processed food Extremely spicy and oily food Paneer, cheese, and curd at night Carbonated drinks & refined sugar

LIFESTYLE CHANGES

Sleep before 10:30 pm (very important for liver healing) Do not wake up at night Take gentle walk or do yoga regularly Do not take heavy exercise, weight lifting Do not use painkillers unnecessarily Practice Anulom Vilom & Pranayama daily

YOGA BENEFICIAL (GENTLE ONLY)

Pawanmuktasana Vajrasana after meals Shavasana Pranayama (no forceful breathing)

INVESTIGATIONS TO MONITOR REGULARLY

Serum Creatinine & eGFR LFT (Liver function ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌test) Ultrasound of abdomen+ pelvis BP monitoring

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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Thank you for contacting Ask Ayurveda

Start with Kanchanar guggulu 1 BD Arogyavardini vati 1 BD Chitrakadi vati 1 BD

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PKD( polycystic kidney disease).it’s oftenly not harmful.many peoples have by birth that problem…it’s sometimes goes to heridetry…but in liver enlargement is a concerned nawdays… Ayurvedic management:-

Punarnawa ark Kasni ark…both 10/10 ml empty stomach twice daily

Livamrit advance AROGYAWARDNI VATI Kanchnar ghan vati 1-1-1 tab after meal thrice daily .

AVOID oily/spicy/junk/fatty food

Regular do brisk walking/ yoga and Pranayam= kapalbhati/vazrasana/mandukasan (5 min each)daily…

Regards Dr Atul painuly Patanjali yogpeeth chikisyayala

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take kanchnar gugulu ds ( avn pharma ) 2 bd take livtone 2 bd take punanava + goghru 2 bd take chandraprabhavati 2 bd take giloy 2 bd avoid salt folowp 21 days

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For managing PKD (Polycystic Kidney Disease) and associated liver enlargement through Ayurveda, focusing on Pitta and Kapha dosha balance might be beneficial. Begin with herbal formulations like Punarnavadi guggulu and Gokshuradi guggulu, known for their kidney-supporting properties. Take each 1 tablet twice daily after meals with warm water. However, these must be taken under the guidance of a qualified practitioner due to variability in individual responses and conditions.

You may also consider using Chooranam like Varunadi Kashayam, a decoction that can support kidney function. Prepare by boiling 1 tsp in 2 cups water until reduced to half and consume it in two divided doses on an empty stomach. Again, ensure this is supervised by an Ayurvedic doctor.

Adjusting your diet is crucial. Favor warm, cooked, and easily digestible foods. Incorporate more dishes with astringent and bitter tastes, such as leafy greens, carrots, and turmeric. Limit salt, spicy, and oily foods to prevent aggravation of Pitta and Kapha. Drink water boiled with jeera and dhania seeds, about 1 tsp each per liter, to aid digestion and detoxification.

Lifestyle-wise, prioritize regularity in meals and timing of sleep to balance your doshas. Gentle exercise, like yoga or walking for 30 mins daily, can enhance circulation and support organ functions. Pranayama techniques such as Anulom Vilom and Kapalbhati can help to detoxify the body’s systems and improve overall energy.

For chronic digestion issues, Triphala churna is a valuable remedy. Take 1 tsp mixed in warm water before bed to promote digestive health and assist waste elimination.

Please remember, these should compliment ongoing medical treatment and any adjustments should be made under close supervision of healthcare providers. Missing precise diagnoses can counteract well-intentioned efforts. Consulting an experienced Ayurvedic doctor will ensure that your plan is both safe and tailored to your specific health challenges.

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HELLO,

NOTE= PKD isa genetic condition. Ayurveda focuses on sowing progression, reducing symptoms , improving digestion, and supporting kidney-liver function, not cure.

AYURVEDIC VIEW -PKD-> beeja dosha (genetic) + kapha-vata dushti -Liver enlargement-> yakrit vriddhi (kapha-pitta imbalance) -Chronic digestion problem -> mandagni, ama formation -Lack of sleep aggravates vata, worsening digestion and organstress

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

FOR KIDNEY SUPPORT

1) PUNARNAVA MANDUR= 2 tabs twice daily after meals

2) VARUNADI KASHAYA= 20 ml + equal water twice daily before meals

3) CHANDRAPRABHA VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals

FOR LIVER ENLARGEMENT

4) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals

5) KALMEGHA STRONG= 1 tsp twice daily after meals

FOR DIGESTION AND AMA

6) HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with ghee before meals

7) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp at night with warm water

DIET -lightly, freshly cooked vegetarian food -rice, wheat, barley, moong dal -bottle gourd, ridge gourd, pumpkin, ash gourd -buttermilk daytime only -warm water sip through day

AVOID -excess salt, pickles, papad -very spicy, fried, bakery foods -excess protein supplements -curd at night -packaged and fermented foods

LIFESTYLE -Sleep= fixed timing, 7-8 hours, key trigger in your case -Exercise= gentle walking, light yoga -Avoid= overexertion, stress, late nights

HELPFUL YOGA AND PRANAYAM -pawanmuktasana -bhujangasana -vajrasana after meals -anulom vilom -bhramari pranayam

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS -regular kidney function tests (RFT, USG) -Avoid self medication and heavy metal formultations -Adequate hydration, but not excessive

Correctt digestion, reduce ama, balance kaphavata, protect kidneys and liver gently, and prioritise sleep

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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