Hello Angeliki, Thanks for reaching out. I get how difficult it is seeing someone you care about struggle with emphysema, needing constant oxygen, and now anemia. I totally understand your worries about injections and stroke risks. Let me give you my honest take from an Ayurvedic perspective. YOUR CONCERN Your family member has: – Emphysema for over 10 years – Needs oxygen 24/7 – Bad anemia because their bone marrow isn’t making enough red blood cells – Super low energy – Doctors are thinking about erythropoietin injections, but those can cause clots and strokes You’re looking for a safer, natural way to make them stronger and improve their blood. WHAT AYURVEDA SAYS: This sounds like: – Weak lungs → weak oxygen flow – Weak bone marrow → not enough blood cells being made – Low life force → weak immunity and healing Iron pills alone won’t cut it because the bone marrow itself is weak. IMPORTANT POINT: Ayurveda can’t replace emergency care for serious lung issues. But it can help strengthen bone marrow, blood production, and immunity. This might mean fewer injections and less risk of other problems. WHAT WE’RE TRYING TO DO: – Help the bone marrow – Get hemoglobin up naturally – Make the lungs stronger – Lessen fatigue – Keep clots from forming AYURVEDIC TREATMENT These methods are gentle and safe, even for people who are frail. 1. Drakshadi Lehyam: 1 teaspoon, twice a day. It can help hemoglobin and how well blood carries oxygen. 2. Punarnava Mandur 1 tablet, twice a day after eating. It gets the body to make more red blood cells on its own. FOOD FOR BLOOD AND LUNGS: Give them easy-to-digest, but good-for-them foods: – Pomegranate juice – Beetroot juice (a little bit) – Dates soaked in water – Rice porridge – Veggie soups – Cow ghee Stay away from: – Fried foods – Cold foods – Heavy proteins – Processed foods MEDICAL THING TO REMEMBER: If their hemoglobin gets too low or their oxygen gets worse, get them to the hospital ASAP. Ayurveda is there to assist, not to take the place of treatments that could save their life. You’re doing an awesome thing by looking for safer choices. I hope your loved one gets stronger. Warm Regards Dr. Snehal Vidhate
How to overcome from anemia with Ayurveda? Home Circulatory: Types, Diet, Tips, Yoga Asanas, Herbs, Treatment Methods & more Has your skin lost its color? Is it changing its color to whitish-pale? Do you find yourself tired most of the time? Is everything disturbing your peace of mind? Then maybe you are Anemic! This blog will give you a lot of knowledge about the disease and how with the Ayurvedic approach you will be able to manage the disorder. So, come read this and be aware of your existing condition. The human body requires iron to produce hemoglobin, a protein present in red blood cells that allows cells to carry oxygen throughout the body. If hemoglobin is low in the body, then the tissues and muscles will not obtain enough oxygen to be able to function effectively and this can be called Anemia. A person with Anemia may experience the following symptoms: Weakness Pale skin color Dizziness Headaches Shortness of breath Irregular heartbeat Hair loss Loss of appetite Swelling around the eyes The whitish tint of skin, nails, and eyes Swelling or pain in the legs If you have Anemia and are in great trouble, apart from other options available choose the Ayurvedic approach to treat anemia as it will deal with the problem in a natural way which will help in removing the root cause of the disease. Moreover, it will also have no side effects and will work against the reversibility of the disease. Let’s know more about Anemia through Ayurveda! As per Ayurvedic terminology, Anemia is referred to as Pandu Roga. The main reason is an imbalance in Doshas which causes the disease to manifest itself. There are different types of Pandu Roga depending upon which Dosha is unbalanced. Vataj - Vata Dosha Pittaj- Pitta Dosha Kaphaj- Kapha Dosha Sannipataj- Tridoshas The different types of Anemia have different types of symptoms. Below listed are characteristics related to the types of Anemia. Vataj It happens when there is an imbalance in Vata Dosha. In this condition people may experience the following symptoms: Dark to pale yellow discoloration of the skin Rough /dry skin Loss of taste Cracking of joints Constipation Fatigue Pittaj Imbalance of Pitta Dosha results in Pittaj Pandu Rog. The affected people may go through the following symptoms: Yellowing of eyes Fever Excessive thirst Excessive sweating Indigestion Sour burping Bad breath Sensitivity to light Loose motions Kaphaj When the Kapha Dosha is imbalanced it leads to Kaphaj type of Anemia. A person with this type of Anemia will have the mentioned symptoms: Swelling Cold skin Drowsiness Vomiting Weakness Discoloration of skin, eyes, urine, and feces. Sannipataj It is caused due to an imbalance in all three Doshas. When this condition occurs presence of a mixture of all the symptoms which were written above are visible. Moringa The leaves of the Moringa plant increase the level of hemoglobin in the blood. The leaves are rich in iron, vitamin A, vitamin C, and magnesium. Black Sesame Seeds They are rich in calcium, magnesium, and iron. Additionally, they help in the proper absorption of iron in the body. Soak them overnight in water and drink them the next morning. Another way of consumption is by adding the paste of the seeds in the milk along with honey/ jaggery. Amla It is a rich source of vitamin C and iron. Drinking Amla juice daily will increase the red blood cells level in your body. Methi seeds Soak Methi seeds overnight in water. Cook them with rice and consume them. It will boost the production of red blood cells in the body. Herbal Tea Hibiscus and Chamomile tea can be included in the meal diet either in the morning or in the evening. Additionally, you can also have ginger and tulsi tea. Pumpkin Seeds They are rich in iron and can improve the hemoglobin content in the body. Adding pumpkin seeds to the diet as a snack will increase the production of red blood cells.
Simple Ayurvedic Support For lungs & strength Sitopaladi churna – 1 pinch with honey, 2 times daily Vasavaleha – 1 teaspoon, 2 times daily Chyawanprash – 1 teaspoon daily (if no diabetes) For anemia (blood support) Punarnava Mandur – 1 tablet, 2 times daily after food Draksharishta – 15 ml with equal water after meals For body strength Ashwagandha churna – ½ teaspoon with warm milk at night Amla powder – ½ teaspoon daily Warm food only Green vegetables, beetroot, pomegranate Black raisins soaked overnight Light soups, moong dal Avoid oily spicy food meat alcohol smoking
HELLO, Your family member has two Long term problems that affect each other A) EMPHYSEMA- LONG STANDING LUNG DAMAGE -The air sacs in the lungs have been damaged over many years Because of this -oxygen does not enter the blood properly -the body is always under stress -the heart and blood forming organs must work harder This is why oxygen support is needed continously B) ANEMIA- LOW RED BLOOD CELLS -Red blood cells carry oxygen In this case -The bone marrow is weak and not producing enough red blood cells -Iron tablets alone are not enough because the factory (bone marrow) itself is tired Low red blood cells-> more weakness-> worse breathlessness-> more oxygen need Thereforethis is NOT a simple disease but a chronic degenerative condition TREATMENT GOALS SHORT TERM -improve appetite and digestion -reduce exhaustion and anxiety -support breathing comfort MEDIUM TERM -support red blood cell production naturally -improve energy and stamina -reduce risk of sudden hemoglobin drop LONG TERM -preserve remaining lung function -maintain stable hemoglobin -improve day to day comfort and resilience INTERNAL MEDICATIONS A) DIGESTIVE AND ASSIMILATION SUPPORT WHY NEEDED? Without proper digestion, iron and tonics fail -HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1/4 tsp with warm water before meals =improves digestive fire, reduces bloating -GINGER DECOCTION= sip warm = improves circulation and absorption B) BLOOD AND BONE MARROW SUPPORT These are NOT quick stimulants like injections They nourish the system slowly and safely -PUNARNAVA MANDUR= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =supports blood formation and reduces tissue fatigue, useful when anemia is associated with weakness -DRAKSHADI KASHAYA= 20ml twice daily with warm water after meals =nourishes rakta Dhatu gently, helps without heating the body -ASHWAGADHA CAPSULE= 1 cap at night =supports bone marrow , reduces fatigue and anxiety, improves strength without strain C) REJUVENATION THERAPY Given because the disease is chronic and degenerative -AMALAKI RASAYANA= 1 tsp in morning =improves oxygenation utilisation, supports immunity and blood health -GUDUCHI GHAN VATI= 1 tab twice dailyy aftermeals = strengthens immunity and marrow, very safe in long term use EXTERNAL THERAPIES 1) OIL APPLICATION -light massage with warm sesame oil -chest, back, hands, feet -improves circulation and calms vata B) STEAM INHALATION -plain water steam -helps mucus clearance YOGA AND PRANAYAM (only if tolerated) Oxygen support must NOT be removed gentle practices only -seated breathing awareness -long exhaustion breathing -mild anulom vilom (not retention) DIET -warm, freshly cooked meals -rice,wheat, mung dal -cooked vegetables -ghee in small quantity -pomegranate, dates AVOID -cold food and drinks -raw salads -fermented foods -excess dairy -fried, processed foods HOME REMEDIES -warm water sipping throughout the day -ginger + honey very small amount -turmeric milk daytime, only if digestion tolerates VERY IMPORTANT CAUTION If haemoglobin drops to dangerous levels -moderm medical intervention must NOT be delayed -Ayurveda is supportive Combining both systems wisely gives the best outcome This condition Is not a failure of treatment, it is a long journey Ayurveda does not fight the body It supports what is left, preserves strength and improves comfort Your role as a caregiver- calmness, warmth, reassurance- is also medicine DO FOLLOW HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
DEAR CAREGIVER THANK YOU FOR REACHING OUT AND SHARING YOUR CONCERNS ABOUT YOUR FAMILY MEMBERS HEALTH LIVING WITH EMPHYSEMA FOR MANY YEARS AND BEING ON CONTINUOUS OXYGEN SUPPORT CAN DEEPLY WEAKEN THE BODY AND IT IS COMMON TO SEE VERY LOW ENERGY AND BLOOD RELATED PROBLEMS IN SUCH CASES YOUR FEAR ABOUT INJECTIONS AND THEIR POSSIBLE RISKS IS COMPLETELY NATURAL AND UNDERSTANDABLE FROM AN AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE THIS CONDITION INDICATES DEEP DEPLETION OF PRANA AND RAKTA DHATU WITH INVOLVEMENT OF MAJJA DHATU WHICH IS RESPONSIBLE FOR BONE MARROW FUNCTION AYURVEDA DOES NOT TRY TO FORCE A QUICK RISE IN HEMOGLOBIN BUT FOCUSES ON STRENGTHENING THE INTERNAL SYSTEM SO THAT THE BODY CAN SUPPORT BLOOD FORMATION IN A GENTLE AND SUSTAINABLE WAY MANY TIMES ANEMIA CONTINUES NOT ONLY DUE TO IRON DEFICIENCY BUT DUE TO POOR ABSORPTION CHRONIC INFLAMMATION AND LONG STANDING ORGAN STRESS AYURVEDIC CARE EMPHASIZES EASY TO DIGEST NOURISHING FOOD CORRECTING DIGESTIVE FIRE SUPPORTING BONE MARROW AND BLOOD FORMATION AND PRESERVING DAILY ENERGY WHICH CAN HELP IMPROVE OVERALL STABILITY AND QUALITY OF LIFE AYURVEDA SHOULD ALWAYS BE USED ALONGSIDE THE TREATING PHYSICIAN WITH REGULAR MONITORING OF HEMOGLOBIN AND OXYGEN LEVELS IF INJECTIONS BECOME NECESSARY FOR SAFETY THEY SHOULD NOT BE DELAYED HOWEVER WITH PROPER AYURVEDIC SUPPORT THE BODY OFTEN GAINS BETTER STRENGTH AND TOLERANCE OVER TIME IF YOU WISH YOU MAY SHARE AGE RECENT HEMOGLOBIN VALUES DIGESTION AND CURRENT MEDICATIONS SO FURTHER GUIDANCE CAN BE GIVEN WITH SAFETY AS THE FIRST PRIORITY
🩺 Medical Priority— - Emphysema with oxygen dependence means the lungs are already severely compromised. - Bone marrow not producing enough red blood cells suggests bone marrow suppression or failure, which is a serious condition. - The injections your doctor mentioned are likely erythropoiesis‑stimulating agents (ESAs). These can help increase red blood cell production but do carry risks (including clotting or stroke), especially in frail patients. 👉 In such situations, modern medical supervision is essential. Ayurveda can play a supportive role, but it cannot replace or prevent the need for medical interventions if anemia worsens. Rx 1.Punarnava mandur 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Guduchi satva 250 mg twice daily with water after meals 3.Chyawanprash 1 tsp with warm milk empty stomach in the morning 4.Draksharishta 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals Diet & Lifestyle (Supportive) Include: - Pomegranate, dates, raisins (if digestion allows) - Amla, carrot, beetroot (small amounts, cooked) - Cow’s milk with ghee (if tolerated) Avoid: - Heavy, oily, fried foods - Excess salt (important for emphysema patients) Gentle practices: - Pranayama only under supervision (since oxygen support is needed, avoid unsupervised breathing exercises). - Calm environment, stress reduction.
Start with Vasavaleh 1tsp twice daily after food with water Ardusa ghanvati 1-0-1 Giloy ghanvati 1-0-1 Punarnava mandur 1-0-1 Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 All after food with water Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika kapalbhati brahmri daily for 5-10mins twice. Have warm haldi doodh at bedtime Steam inhalation twice daily with few ajwain seeds in water.
The condition is not so good as the patient is on Oxygen all the day so the lungs have become unresponsive means it is not able to take oxygen inside so it will be bit difficult to treat with with only ayurveda u need integrated approach For time being u can start with Sitopaladhi churna half teaspoon with honey Navayasava loha 1-0-1 after food
I’ll answer honestly and responsibly—from an Ayurveda + integrative care perspective. First, an important truth (very important 🙏) When anemia is due to bone-marrow hypoproduction, Ayurveda cannot replace emergency or life-saving medical treatment (like injections or transfusion) if hemoglobin falls to dangerous levels. 👉 Ayurveda’s role here is supportive, not a substitute: Strengthening the body (Dhatu bala) Supporting bone marrow (Majja Dhatu) Improving digestion & absorption Reducing progression and improving tolerance Possibly delaying or reducing dependency, if condition allows Never stop or delay injections if Hb becomes critically low. Understanding the condition in Ayurvedic terms Emphysema → Pranavaha Srotas Dushti, Vata dominance Chronic illness + oxygen dependency → Ojas kshaya Bone marrow anemia → Majja Dhatu kshaya Weak RBC production → Poor Rakta Dhatu Poshana So the approach is Rasayana + Majja-Rakta nourishing + gentle lung support. Diet therapy (very important) Food should be light, nourishing, warm, and oxygen-friendly. ✔ Recommended Warm vegetable soups (lauki, pumpkin, carrot) Moong dal soup Pomegranate juice (small quantity) Soaked raisins (5–7 daily) Cow’s ghee (½–1 tsp/day if digestion allows) Dates paste (small amount) ❌ Avoid Heavy fried foods Excess dairy Cold foods & drinks Raw salads Gas-forming foods (rajma, chole, cabbage) What Ayurveda CANNOT promise (being transparent) ❌ Immediate rise in hemoglobin ❌ Replacement of injections if Hb becomes critical ❌ Cure of marrow failure But it CAN: ✅ Improve strength & quality of life ✅ Support immunity and lungs ✅ Slow deterioration ✅ Improve digestion & nutrient utilization ✅ Help the body tolerate modern treatments better 💊Medication💊 Ashwagandha Avleham 1 tsp in the morning Guduchi satva powder ½ tsp twice a day Tab. Mandur vatak 1 tab in the morning only Sitopaladi churna 3 tsp + Abhrak bhasma ½ tsp. Mix and make 7 equal parts and give it in the morning. Lukewarm sesame seed oil + pinch of SAINDHAV SALT. Massage to the chest and mild hot fomentation.
It’s better to consult practitioner directly
