Herbal Treatment for Granulomatous Mastitis

Granulomatous Mastitis or granular lobular mastitis a rare disease which is quite similar to breast cancer. This disorder is characterized by pain and inflammation of breast. It usually occurs after 2-6 months of pregnancy. Ayurveda provides natural treatment for this disease without any side effects.

WHAT IS GRANULOMATOUS MASTITIS?

It is a breast disorder which causes breast inflammation and develops a tissue mass. This condition is similar to breast cancer and it is difficult to differentiate from breast cancer. The lumps are mostly present in sub areolar region and are hard.

It is very rarely diagnosed in pregnancy and in men. It is easily confused with cancer but it is absolutely benign.

It is of two types:

1. Idiopathic Granulomatous mastitis or granular lobular mastitis.
2. Granulomatous mastitis

CAUSES

The exact cause of this disorder is unknown.

• Obstruction in milk duct
• Bacterial infection
• Elevated prolactin level

SYMPTOMS

• Lump formation in breasts
• Inflammation of breasts
• Fluid secretion from breasts
• Pain
• Fever
• Warmth feeling in breast
• Enlargement of lymph nodes
• Discharge from nipples

DIAGNOSIS

• CT scan
• X-Ray
• Ultrasound
• Core biopsy

COMPLICATIONS

This disorder might give rise to serious disorders. In case Granulomatous mastitis forms an abscess, lump then it has to be removed by surgery. And these complications occur in case of negligence. If you take proper care right when the first symptom shows up then it can be cured.

AYURVEDIC POINT OF VIEW

Ayurveda is based on three energies that are vata, pitta and kapha, which are responsible for good health and imbalance of any three energies may result in ill health. According to Ayurveda, granulomatous mastitis is inflammation of breast is mainly due to vitiation of the three energies. Ayurveda heals the body with different herbs and this treatment does not have any side effects and it is totally safe.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR GRANULOMATOUS MASTITIS

1. Neem Capsules

These are 100% natural capsules offered by Planet Ayurveda which are made from neem (Azadirachta indica) which belongs to family Meliaceae. It is used in Ayurveda from longer time due to its great medicinal value. It helps to maintain healthy skin. It has various therapeutic properties like anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It is helpful in pacifying vata dosha in body.

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

2. Kanchnaar Guggul

These are pure herbal tablets which are obtained from different herbs which are:

• Kachnaar bark (Bauhinia variegate)
• Amalaki (Emblica officinalis)
• Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
• Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica)
• Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
• Black pepper (Piper nigrum)
• Pippali (Piper longum)
• Varuna (Crataeva religiosa)

The herbs used in this formulation have great medicinal value. It has various therapeutic properties like astringent, anthelmintic and anti – oxidant properties. It also helps to flush out toxins in the lymphatic system.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice in a day with plain water after meals.

3. Nirgundi Oil

It is an herbal oil obtained from different herbs:-

• Til oil (Sesamum indicum)
• Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia)
• Haldi (Curcuma longa)
• Nirgundi (Vitex negundo)
• Kalihari (Gloriosa superba)

It has anti-inflammatory properties which helps to stop inflammatory condition.

Application:

It is used for external use only. Apply on affected skin area. Leave it for 10-15 minutes and wash with lukewarm water. It is more beneficial to apply Nirgundi oil before bath to reduce swelling, pain and irritation.

4. Boswellia Curcumin

This herbal formulation is enriched with herbs that have anti- inflammatory properties. These do not cause any side effects and act as a pain killer.

Ingredients:-

1. Boswellia Serrata - Boswellia helps in decreasing and repairing the inflamed area. It also consists of potent analgesic properties and also improves the blood circulation.
2. Curcuma Longa - Curcumin or turmeric are anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant in nature. Also this herb hinders the growth of the cells that cause inflammation.

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

5. Gandhaka Rasayana

This formulation consists of Purified sulphur along with other herbs and it helps in curing infections by balancing Vata, Pitta and Kapha doshas and it has antibacterial properties. It helps in rejuvenation.

The ingredients in this formulation are:

• Purified Sulphur
• Cow milk
• Cinnamon
• Cardamom
• Tej patra
• Nagakeshara
• Tinospora
• Terminalia chebula
• Emblica officinalis
• Terminalia bellirica
• Zingiber officinalis
• Sugar syrup

Patients with diabetes should administer it with care as it consists of sugar.

Dosage: 2 tablets twice a day after meals.

Ayurvedic treatment for Granulomatous Mastitis

WHAT IS GRANULOMATOUS MASTITIS (GM)?

It is rare chronic inflammatory condition of breast. In this condition the breast gets inflamed and develops a tissue mass. It is difficult to differentiate from breast cancer because it is similar to breast cancer. It may occur at any time but it is most common after 2-6 years of pregnancy. It may involve all parts of breast. It may present as distinct firm lump mostly in sub areolar region (area behind nipples) of breast.

GM is divided into two types - Idiopathic granulomatous mastitis (Granular lobular mastitis) and Granulomatous mastitis.

SYMPTOMS OF GRANULOMATOUS MASTITIS

Common Sign and Symptoms of GM are given below:

• Formation of lumps in breasts
• Breast inflammation
• Excretion of fluid from breasts
• Pain in breasts
• Retraction of the nipples
• Enlargements of lymph nodes
• Fever
• Warmth feeling in breast on touch.

CAUSES OF GRANULOMATOUS MASTITIS

The exact cause of GM is unknown. It is an autoimmune disease. Some of other causes may be:

• Blockage of milk duct: If breast is not completely empty after feeding, it may block milk duct or become clogged that results in breast infection.
• Bacterial infection: Sometimes a bacteria may enter milk duct of breast through baby’s mouth or through surface that results in infection.
• Elevated prolactin level.

DIAGNOSIS OF GRANULOMATOUS MASTITIS

It is difficult to diagnose only on the basis of symptoms. Doctors diagnose GM on the basis of physical examination and some tests.

Physical examination - doctors diagnose symptoms such as fever, chills, pain and area around the nipples of breast.

TESTS

• CT scan
• X-Ray
• Ultrasound
• Core biopsy- it is main test to diagnose GM. In this a sample of tissue is taken from breast for analysis.

COMPLICATIONS

COMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH GRANULOMATOUS MASTITIS

If it is left untreated then it may cause severe problems. If GM occurs due to blockage it may block the duct completely due to accumulation of pus (abscess) in that region and forms breast mass or lump and it requires surgery to remove it. To avoid such severe condition consult a doctor as soon as possible according to sign and symptoms.

AYURVEDIC OUTLOOK

According to Ayurveda, there are three main energies (vata, pitta and kapha) which are responsible for health. Imbalance of any three energies results in any disease condition.

Ayurveda has mentioned diseases related to breast and vitiation of breast milk by Tridosha in Ancient Text Charak Samhita.

GRANULOMATOUS MASTITIS TREATMENT IN AYURVEDA

Ayurveda is an ancient science of medicine which provides natural solution to all ailments. It is safe and effective for management of diseased condition. These have no side effects. Ayurveda mainly focuses on balance of all three doshas which is helpful in maintaining good health.

PLANET AYURVEDA'S FORMULATION FOR GRANULOMATOUS MASTITIS

Planet Ayurveda is an herbal manufacturing company which offers natural supplements to manage various diseased conditions. The products offered by Planet Ayurveda is 100% pure and safe because these do not contain any chemical substances in it.

There are many herbal formulations for management of GM provided by Planet Ayurveda which are explained below:

1. NEEM CAPSULES:

It is 100% natural product offered by planet ayurveda which is obtained from neem (Azadirachta indica) belongs to family Meliaceae. It is native to India and Indian subcontinent including Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri lanka.

Uses-

• It helps to maintain healthy skin.
• It possesses anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
• It has positive results on skin diseases like eczema, acne or psoriasis.
• It is helpful in maintaining tridosha in balance.

Dose- 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. KACHNAR GUGGUL:

These are pure natural herbal tablets which are obtained from different herbs which are explained below:

Ingredients of Kachnar Guggul-

• Kachnaar bark (Bauhinia variegate)
• Amalaki (Emblica officinalis)
• Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
• Bhibhitaki (Terminali bellerica)
• Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
• Black pepper (Piper nigrum)
• Pippali (Piper longum)
• Varuna (Crataeva religiosa)
• Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) – It is rejuvenating in nature. It has property to maintain all three doshas.
• Bhibhitaki (Terminali bellerica) – It has cleansing property. It is good to reduce cyst and swelling.
• Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) – It has anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant properties. It is immune modulator also.

Benefits- It has astringent, anthelmintic and anti – oxidant properties. It helps to flush out toxins in the lymphatic system. It prevents cysts and tumors etc.

Dose- 2 tablets twice or thrice in a day with plain water after meals.

3. GANDHAK RASAYAN:

These are herbal tablets which are made from Shuddh Gandhak (Purified Sulphur). The word rasayan means rejuvenation. Its natural property is to rejuvenate the body without any side effects. It helps to remove toxins from body.

Dose- 2 tablets twice in a day with plain water after meals.

4. NIRGUNDI OIL:

It is an herbal oil obtained from different herbs which are given below:

• Tilla oil (Sesamum indicum)
• Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia)
• Haldi (Curcuma longa)
• Nirgundi (Vitex negundo)
• Kalihari (Gloriosa superba)

Benefits- It has anti-inflammatory properties which helps to manage inflammatory conditions.

Direction For Use- It is for external use only. Apply on affected skin area. Leave it for 10-15 minutes and wash with lukewarm water. It is more beneficial to apply nirgundi oil before bath to reduce swelling, pain and irritation.

5. JATYADI OIL / MAHAMIRCHADHI OIL:

Jatyadi Oil:

Its external use is good for wound healing.

Mahamirchadhi Oil:

It is an herbal oil which is obtained from numerous natural herbs haridra, manjishta,marica, trivrt, kalihari, pippali, khadira, musta, guduchi etc.

Benefits- It is very beneficial in various skin related problems. It has antiseptic and anti-fungal properties.

Direction for Use- It is used for external use only. Apply on affected skin area.