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Retino pigmentosa - #570
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My husband suffering from RP from 10 years. Could you please tell me is there any solution. In allopathy they said it's not curable
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Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a progressive genetic eye disorder that leads to retinal degeneration and can result in vision loss over time. While conventional allopathic medicine currently considers RP to be incurable, Ayurveda approaches health holistically, focusing on strengthening the body and enhancing overall well-being. Ayurvedic treatment may not reverse the degeneration but can support visual health, improve quality of life, and potentially slow the progression of the condition.
To provide a more tailored approach, it would be helpful to gather additional information about your husband’s specific symptoms, including the stage of RP he is experiencing, the degree of vision impairment, and any other health issues he may have. Understanding any current treatments or supplements he is taking, as well as his dietary habits and lifestyle, can also guide the formulation of a suitable Ayurvedic plan.
Ayurvedic herbs such as Amalaki (Indian gooseberry), Ginkgo biloba, and Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) may help enhance eye health and support vision by promoting circulation and providing antioxidant protection. Additionally, incorporating a diet rich in dark leafy greens, carrots, and other foods high in vitamins A, C, and E can be beneficial. Furthermore, practices like Trataka (candle gazing) can help improve concentration and eye strength.
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It's tough hearing that, right? Dealing with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) can be quite a journey, a journey that requires a bit of patience and tenderness. Okay, so allopathy might say it's not curable, and while Ayurveda doesn't promise magical cures, it can certainly approach it with some supportive strategies that focus on slowing progression and improving life quality.
In Ayurveda, RP is often related to imbalance in the Pitta dosha — heat and fire, you know. Imbalance affects the rakta dhatu (blood tissue) and majja dhatu (nervous tissue). This is more about gently supporting eye health and not a direct fix.
One way forward could be Ayurveda-based diets and routines. So, nourishing foods that are rich in Vitamin A (think carrots, sweet potatoes) are often recommended. You might as well incorporate ghee into your meals, as it’s known to enhance eye health. Drink the Triphala powder (half to one teaspoon in warm water) at bedtime; known for balancing doshas and offering support to eyes.
Consider eye exercises, perhaps? Soft eye movements, shifting gaze, rolling eyeballs — nothing major, just a mini workout. Ayurveda suggests eye washes with Trifla water in the morning, gentle cleanses, aiding eye tissues. Not too tricky, right?
Also, talk therapies are a nice touch, help manage stress, as stress totally fires up Pitta. Here's a thought - Yoga Nidra, a guided meditation technique, could calm the nervous system, providing respite.
Now and then, Ayurvedic therapies like Seka and Netra Tarpana could support the eye health, done by qualified practitioners only. Don’t rush these.
But hey, whatever steps you decide on, consult an Ayurvedic practitioner, blending this stuff with your hub’s current care plan. Safety and harmony first. Ayurveda’s not a replacement but a dance partner to allopathy, highlighting that softer, nurturing side.
Remember, always weave these suggestions with your husband's current treatments. Stay kind to the journey.
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