i am female, age 53years. My hair and skin has become very dry. I have pain in my fingers and hands, stiffness and puffiness. my face, legs are swollen. finger goes deep in my legs if pressed. no fever but always feverish, poor digestion (always), need laxative regularly. off late, undigested food is stools and my heartbeat increases crazy after eating even small amount, especially at night, even if there is gap between eating and sleeping. heaviness in body causes lethargy. I am a working women in Mumbai who stays alone. also, i still get big pimples around my jaw line and below. Please guide what medicine i should take to reduce this heaviness/puffiness and feel light and active
How long have you been experiencing these symptoms?:
- 1-6 monthsHave you noticed any specific triggers for your symptoms?:
- No specific triggersWhat is your typical diet like?:
- High in carbohydrates
These all together strongly suggests a systemic/hormonal or metabolic condition, not just digestion issues. Firstly go through these investigations - Thyroid profile CBC (to check anemia/infection) ESR / CRP (inflammation) Liver function test Kidney function test Electrolytes (Na, K) Fasting sugar, HbA1c Vitamin B12 & Vitamin D Serum protein / albumin - Other Urine routine ECG (because of fast heartbeat) - Dx: Kapha-Vataja Shotha, Mandagni, Sama Avastha Rx: 1)Punarnava Mandur 1 tab BD after food × 30 days 2)Triphala Churna 1 tsp with warm water HS × 21 days 3)Hingvastak Churna ½ tsp BD after meals × 10 days - Advice: Light, warm food; early dinner Avoid curd at night, fried & salty food Gentle walk; leg elevation Tq
Avoid oily spicy and processed foods. Regular exercise and meditation. Drink sufficient quantity of water. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Sy.Amycordil fort 15ml twice Tab.Liv-52 DS 1-0-1 Sy.Gason 15ml twice after meal Follow up after 2 weeks.
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