RA can certainly be a tough ride, and it’s frustrating not to see immediate results, especially when you’re doing everything that’s suggested. It’s importnt to rmbr that Ayurvedic treatment, especially for chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, often takes a longer commitment to manifest significant changes coz it works on the root cause.
I hear you’re already doing a bunch of stuff — Gokshuradi Guggulu, Singhnaad, Aarogyavardhini, and all. It’s a good lineup, but each body reacts a bit differently. One thing to keep in mind is your Agni, or digestive fire. It might not be strong enough to properly absorb the ama-pachak (detoxifying) meds you’re taking. Maybe your current regimen misses some agni-boosting adjustments? Try to add fresh ginger tea before meals to help aid digestion. This could help with the absorption.
You mentioned castor oil with milk every 15 days, but it might be good to switch it up and also look at your meal timings, caffeine, and water intake, as they too can be key. Make sure you’re going to bed by 10 pm and supporting your varaahar (biological clock), especially since sleep’s a bit elusive. Massaging joints with warm sesame oil daily before a warm bath can provide some ease to the stiffness and swelling.
About Dr’s comment, it’s plausible that healing reactions can occur, but if discomfort is persisting or worsening, discuss openly with your Vaidya about progressive changes to your plan. And don’t forget, managing stress through pranayama or meditation must be in you’re toolkit. Stick with therapies that balance Vata coz it tends to flare things up in RA. Keep yourself updated regularly on thyroid status too, as assorted hormones can impact inflammation and body response.
Just keep at it, fam! Your persistence and constant communication with your doctor is vital. Give it time but make sure to adjust when necessary. If you need an alternative or second opinion in the mean time, it’s okay to explore that as well, coz you want the best relief, right?
