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Dr. Vikram Chauhan - MD (Ayurveda)

Monday, February 15, 2016

Prolactinoma- Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Herbal Treatment

Prolactinoma is a disorder of pituitary gland and is caused by the formation of non-cancerous cells. The cells lead to excess production of prolactin hormone. The disorder should be treated well before it poses a serious risk of several other health problems. Ayurveda offers an herbal treatment for this disorder.

In women, low levels of estrogen are the root cause and in men, low levels of testosterone are the main reason behind this problem. Generally, the disorder is not a serious problem but may cause impaired vision and even infertility problems.

SYMPTOMS OF PROLACTINOMA

Usually no serious signs or symptoms are there for the disorder. And the disorder, mostly gets unnoticed. But still there are some, which can help a person and a doctor in order to diagnose the problem.

COMMON SYMPTOMS IN MEN AND WOMEN

  • It decreases bone density.
  • Lack of interest in sexual activity.
  • Headaches and impaired vision.
  • Low production of other hormones by pituitary gland.
  • It results in infertility.

MORE SYMPTOMS IN WOMEN

  • Irregular monthly cycle
  • Milky discharge from breasts, even when she is not pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Infertility
  • Dryness of the vagina that leads to painful sexual intercourse.
  • Excess growth of facial hairs.

MORE SYMPTOMS IN MEN

  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Enlarged breast formation
  • Reduced growth of facial hair

CAUSES OF PROLACTINOMA

The exact cause for this disease is unknown. But there are some risk factors that pose a person at risk of developing the disorder. The formation of other types of tumor cells, improper functioning of the thyroid gland and chest injury are the some risk factors for the same. Women may get the disease due to pregnancy or breastfeeding even. A family history may also lead to the same.

DIAGNOSIS OF PROLACTINOMA

Your doctor may diagnose the condition by knowing the symptoms. For confirmation, he may even recommend some tests such as blood tests, vision test and MRI scan of the brain also.

HERBAL TREATMENT BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda offers an effective herbal treatment for Prolactinoma. The house offers following herbal medicines for this disorder:

1. KACHNAAR GUGGUL

The Kachnaar Guggul is an effective herbal medicine from the house for this problem. The tablets are enriched with effective herbs- Kachnaar bark (Bauhinea variegate), Triphala (Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellerica, Emblica officinalis), Trikatu (Zingiber officinale, Solanum nigrum, Piper longum), Varun bark (Crataeva nurvala), Elaichi (Elettaria cardamom), Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanica), Tejpatra (Cinnamomum zeylanica leaves) and Guggul (Commiphora mukul).

Pack Size: Each bottle contains 120 tablets in it.

Dosage: 2 tablets, twice a day, after meals with plain water.

2. CURCUMIN CAPSULES

Another effective medicine for this pituitary disorder from Planet Ayurveda is curcumin. These capsules are prepared using the pure and standardized extracts of Curcuma longa. The herb is frequently used in Ayurveda for various health problems.

Pack Size: Each bottle contains 60 capsules in it.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

3. PRADRANTAK CHURNA

The Pradrantak churna from the house is prepared using the special combination of 4 useful herbs. The herbs include Lodhra (Symplocus racemosa), Ashok (Saraca indica), Udumbur (Ficus glomerata) and Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna). Each of them is mentioned in Ayurveda.

Pack Size: Each bottle contains 100 g of powder in it.

Dosage: 1 tablespoonful two times a day.

4. CHANDERPRABHA VATI

Chanderprabha vati is another product from the house that is made using a special combination of 37 ingredients including pure herbs. The tablets are effective in managing the symptoms of this disorder.

Pack Size: Each bottle contains 120 tablets in it.

Dosage: 2 tablets, twice a day, after meals with plain water.

5. GOTUKOLA CAPSULES

Gotukola capsules are also the great ones to relieve the patients from the symptoms of prolactinoma. These herbal capsules of Planet Ayurveda are prepared using the Pure and natural extract of the herb Gotukola (Centella asiatica).

Pack Size: Each bottle contains 60 capsules in it.

Dosage: 2 capsules, twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

WHERE TO BUY THESE HERBAL REMEDIES?

To buy above mentioned herbal remedies, please visit store.planetayurveda.com

WHY PLANET AYURVEDA?

Planet Ayurveda offers following benefits over other available products in the market:

  • The medicines are 100 percent pure and natural.
  • The products are made without the addition of chemicals or additives or preservatives.
  • The medicines are free from side effects.
  • The products are formulated by MD Ayurveda doctors.
  • The products are safe to use.
  • The products are 100 percent vegetarian.

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