I came to Prakash Nethralaya with a cataract in both eyes and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Dr Dinesh talked me through the process and made me feel at ease at each step of the process. Finally, after the completion of treatment, I can see things clearly which had become a rare luxury in the last few months. Thank you, Dr Dinesh, thank you Prakash Nethralaya.
Ayurvedic Treatment of Cataract Without Surgery
Strengthen the nerves and tissues of the eye in initial Cataract with Ayurvedic Treatment & Panchakarma
Ayurvedic Treatment of Cataract Without Surgery
Strengthen the nerves and tissues of the eye in initial Cataract with Ayurvedic Treatment & Panchakarma
Let's Know about Cataract
A cataract is one of the most common eye diseases that affect millions of people in India every year. And there are hundreds who end up with partial or complete blindness due to late or improper treatment. There are many who find it hard to afford the rising costs of cataract removal. Ayurvedic cataract treatment offers an easy and economic way to those people. It treats cataracts by root, removes them with herbal medication, and improves the overall eye health of the patient for a much lesser cost than allopathic treatment. For these reasons, it is one of the most recommended cataract treatments.
What is a Cataract?
Cataract
A cataract in the eye is a dense, cloudy area that forms in the lens of an eye. The retina works by converting the light that comes through the lens into signals. In this disease, a protein appears in the eye and forms clumps that prevent the lens from sending clear images to the retina, hence it is unable to send the signals to the optic nerve, which carries them to the brain. This disease appears slowly with time and then eventually interferes with your vision. Cataracts are common in older people. If a person is over 60 and the vision has gotten blurry or cloudy, then this might be because of cataracts. The cure is possible with cataract treatment in Ayurveda.
Home Remedies for Cataract
Along with cataract treatment in Ayurveda, there are few home remedies to cure cataract eye disease such as: Take 1 tsp Triphala powder with boiling water at sleep time. Mix dhaniya 100 g, dark pepper 10 g, almond 100g, fennel 100g. Take 1 tsp with a drain at sleep time. Some sugar can be included if you are not diabetic.
Causes or Symptoms of Cataract
Blurred Vision
Nearsightedness
Low Night Vision
Double Vision
There are a few cataract symptoms known, such as –
- A vision that’s cloudy, blurry, foggy, or filmy.
- Nearsightedness (in older people).
- Abrupt changes in viewing the colour.
- Problem while driving at night for example- glare from oncoming headlights.
- Problems with glare or reflection during the day.
- Double vision in the affected eye.
- The trouble with eyeglasses or contact lenses not working well.
If you see any of these symptoms and wish for cataract treatment without surgery, then you must seek help from Ayurveda.
There are no exact cataract causes known, but researchers worldwide have identified a few factors that may cause cataracts:
- Ultraviolet radiation
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Obesity
- Smoking
- Prolonged use of corticosteroid medications
- Statin medicines used to reduce cholesterol
- Previous eye injury or inflammation
- Previous eye surgery
- Hormone replacement therapy
- Significant alcohol consumption
- Severe Myopia
- Ageing
Types of Cataract
1. A nuclear cataract is one of the cataract types that form in the middle of the lens and causes the nucleus to become yellow or brown.
2. Cortical cataracts are wedge-shaped cataract types that form around the edges of the nucleus.
3.Posterior capsular cataracts form faster than the other two types and affect the back of the lens.
4. Congenital cataracts are the cataract types that are present at birth or form during a baby’s first year and are less common than age-related cataracts.
5. Radiation cataracts can form after a person undergoes radiation treatment for cancer.
Diagnosis of Cataract
The eye doctor will give conduct various exams to test to determine whether you have a cataract:
1. Visual acuity test - A visual acuity test uses an eye chart to measure how well you can read a series of letters. Your eyes are tested one at a time, while the other eye is covered. Using a chart or a viewing device with progressively smaller letters, your eye doctor determines if you have 20/20 vision or if your vision shows signs of impairment.
2. Retinal exam - To prepare for a retinal exam, the eye doctor puts drops in your eyes to dilate your pupils. This makes it easier to examine the retina of your eyes. Using a slit lamp or a special device called an ophthalmoscope; your eye doctor can examine your lens for signs of a cataract.
Cataract Treatment in Ayurveda
In Ayurveda cataract is called timira or linga nasha. Aggravated Vata is considered to be responsible for the occurrence of this disease. When the lens of the eye loses its transparency, vision becomes blocked. One of the properties of Vata is to make things dry up. This condition is known as a cataract.
If diagnosed at an initial stage, Ayurveda can offer invaluable support in cataract management and natural treatment. During Ayurvedic eye treatment, the aim is to reduce the aggravated body energies and nourishing and strengthen the nerves and tissues of the eye. Various herbal ayurvedic medicines are used to cure cataract:
1. Maha Triphala ghrita is usually prescribed as the cataract treatment in Ayurveda. Triphala provides nourishment and strengthens the nerves and other tissues of the eyeball whereas ghee is known to balance the aggravated Vata..
2. Triphala choorna should be taken and add to it a tumbler of water in the evening. Cover and keep aside for 12 hours. Use this filtrate for both items of washing the eyes and taking it internally
3. Chandrodaya varti is the external preparation used as cataract treatment in Ayurveda. It can be applied to the eyes. As it has a mild irritating nature, it causes lacrimation in the eyes and promotes blood circulation.
Diet, Lifestyle Changes and Cataract Prevention
There are various methods or tips for cataract prevention such as:
1. Good food sources of vitamin E include sunflower seeds, almonds, and spinach...
2. Other studies have shown antioxidant vitamins such as vitamin C and foods containing omega-3 fatty acids may reduce cataract risk.
3. Another cataract prevention tip is to wear protective sunglasses that block 100 per cent of the sun's UV rays when you go outdoors.
4. Be consistent with your eye check-ups.
5. Avoid direct contact with toxic chemicals, X-Rays, IR rays.
6. Stop smoking
7. Maintain a healthy weight
8. Keep diabetes and other medical conditions in check
9. Ghee should be added to our daily routine as it is highly recommended in cataract.
10. Cow’s milk, butter, rice, wheat, moong dal, banana, methi, spinach, grapes, pomegranates, apples, and oranges are also recommended.
11. Cataract patients should avoid pungent, bitter, sour and saline food.
12. They should also avoid excessive heat and exposure to the sun.
13. Avoid excess worry, anxiety, and anger because it aggravates Vata and pitta doshas.
Our Approach for Cataract Ayurvedic Treatment
Ayurvedic Treatment for Cataract
Our sole aim is to eliminate cataracts by root and provide lasting relief to the patient. And to meet this aim we use Panchakarma therapies, medication, and lifestyle modifications in varying combinations. Every treatment plan is designed according to the patient’s age, medical history and extent of disease. Every aspect of a patient’s health is given due consideration before and during the treatment.
Why To Choose Ayurveda?
Looks for the Root Cause
The ayurvedic approach of disease looks for the root cause and not merely the symptoms. Ayurveda offers two ways of treatment; One is Shodhan, and the other is Shaman. Shodhan is complete detoxification of the body by Panchakarma therapies. Shaman is balancing the doshas by Ayurveda medicines, diet, and lifestyle changes. Ayurveda medicines always work better in a patient detoxified with Panchakarma.
Safe Medicines
Ayurveda medicines are processed most naturally and not in the synthetic and chemical form. For this reason, the herbs are soft on the body, and there is no risk of side effects even if the patient requires to take them for longer durations. The complete eradication of the root cause ensures the cure and prevents future health complications.
Holistic Approach
Ayurveda is not merely a medical science. Instead, it is a philosophical science too. The basic principles of Ayurveda consider an individual human a specific identity and hence his treatment. Ayurveda gives importance to the treatment of the patient rather than the treatment of the disease. Two patients of the same disease can have different treatments because of the difference in their body constitution.