Hepatitis B : Causes, Symptoms & Ayurvedic Management

Hepatitis B is a viral infection (Hepatitis B virus) and  inflammation of the liver that influences over 40 million Indians yearly which might brings about Liver-cirrhosis, liver cancer, liver damage, liver failure and fatality.

Incubation period of Hepatitis B virus -  30 -180 days.

Causes of Hepatitis B

Infection from  virus HBV.

Certain kinds of liver diseases like Wilson’s disease, cystic fibrosis, hemochromatosis (An increased iron deposits in the liver).

Liver damage due to excessive consumption of  alcoholic beverages.

Excessive or unnecessary use of Certain medicinal drugs, such as acetaminophen.

Sexually transmitted disease (STD) - Unprotected Sexual practice with multiple intimacy partners or practicing sexual act with an infected individual and homosexual activities in male beings, as well. 

Sharing of contaminated or  infected needles (Blood transfusion,  drug needles, Tattooing, piercing of skin like nose, ears etc.), and razors, etc.

Infected mother can transmit infections with their new-born baby or via breast milk.

Prolonged and continuous close contact  with a chronic Hepatitis B patient.

Dental procedure in a few patients.

Symptoms of Hepatitis B

Jaundice / Icterus -  Dark yellowish discolouration of skin, sclera, and urine, Clay shaded stools, and symptoms of anaemia.

Abdominal discomfort and pain.

Lethargy, tiredness, fatigue, body ache, joint pain, etc.

Loss of appetite.

Fever.

Nausea and / or vomiting.

Dehydration of body.

Pruritus.

Diagnosis and laboratory tests

Hepatitis virus serological assessments - 

Australia Antigen (HBsAg) test -

Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) is Positive if an individual is infectious with Hepatitis B virus / HBV infection.

Hepatitis B envelope antigen (HBeAg) test -

Additionally , it is  positive regarding Hepatitis B.

Blood tests for SGPT, Bilirubin and alkaline phosphate - Increased.

 USG for whole abdomen.

Liver function tests and  Liver biopsy test to checking out liver damage.

Paracentesis in case there is Ascites.

Complications of Hepatitis B

Chronic Hepatitis.

Cirrhosis of liver.

Liver cancer - Hepato-carcinoma, Hepato-cellular malignancies.

Liver failure (Hepatic failure).

Hepatic - necrosis (Liver- necrosis).

Diet restrictions, life style adjustment and modifications in Hepatitis B

Avoid alcoholic beverages or other addictions to discover the best possible results.

Liver-friendly diets like whole  cereal, whole grain, oatmeal, brown rice, bran, rye, whole wheat bread,  starchy vegetables (potato) should be entertained in the case of Hepatitis B.

Stay away from certain medications like Acetaminophen, on account that can affect your liver. Always contact with a qualified physician before using any treatments.

Wash the hands with cleaning soap and normal water before intaking and / or  preparing food, and after changing a diaper, or the usage of  toilet. Also clean all household utensils after use.

Avoid sexual practicing with multiple love making partner.

Always drink plenty of normal water (8-10 glass of water is preffered) and limit consumption of common salt or high sodium foods.

Eat smaller meals and keep away from fast foods,Junk Foods, processed food items like chips, cookies, paw-bread, crackers, cheese, foods high in saturated fats,  red meats , canned soups, commercial sauces, poach, fried eggs, grill, full-cream milk, snacks, yoghurt, creamy cheese, biscuits, cakes, pies, tarts, chocolate, mayonnaise, avocado, fatty fish,  bacon, fatty gravies, white flour etc.

Liver friendly fats like olive oil, flaxseed oil, canola oil, fish oils etc. are recommended for  Hepatitis B patients.

Adequate bed rest should be taken by Hepatitis B affected patients to better recuperation and recovery.

Consuming satisfactory proteinous ingredients may be beneficial in the case of Hepatitis B.

Always consume fresh, organic, natural fruits and green vegetables and dairy products that are low-fat or fat-free.

Do light physical exercise, for the reason that exercise can improve your appetite.

Shodana chikitsa  - Panchkarma therapy should be adopted for detoxification or cleansing system.

Kayakalpa (rejuvenation), Shamana chikitsa have an excellent value in treatment and control of Hepatitis B.

Useful Ayurvedic Natural Herbs for  Hepatitis B patients

Ayurvedic treatment can cure the diseases but it requires quite a while. The very best part of ayurvedic treatment is that the condition can be improved with no side -effects.

Kutki  - Hellebore/Yellow gentian- Picrorhiza kurroa

Kalmegh - Green chiretta -  Andrographis paniculata

Punarnava / Gadhapurana-   Boerhavia diffusa

Chichinda - Snake Gourd - Trichosanthes Anguina

Bibhitaki - myrobylan - Terminalia bellirica

Amla - Gooseberry - Phyllanthus emblica

Bhringraj - False daisy - Eclipta prostrata

Kakamachi/Makoy- black nightshade -Solanum nigrum

Jaundice berry/Maider berry-Berberis vulgaris

Kiratatikta -Chitretta-  Swertia chirata

Milk thistle -  cardus marianus - Silybum marianum

Halad - Turmeric - Curcuma longa

Giloe - Heart-leaved moonseed - Tinospora cordifolia

Ela - Cardamom - Elettaria cardamomum

Gokulakanta -Hygrophila Spinosa / Asteracantha longifolw

Tinputiya -Indian sorrel - Oxalis Corniculata

Moolee - Radish - Raphanus sativus

Papita - Papaya - Carica papaya

Ganna - Sugarcane - Saccharum officinarum

Haritaki - Indian hog plum- Terminalia chebula

Biranjasipha - Achiellea millefolium

Banyan  bark - sacred fig -  ficus religiosa

Jau - Barley  - Hordeum vulgare

Bhumi amla - Chanca piedra/Stone breaker - Phyllanthus Niruri

Tulsi - basil leaves - Ocimum sanctum

Wild Indigo - Tephrosia purpurea

Ghritakumari - Aloe Vera - Aloe Barbadensis

Chicory - Coffeeweed - Chichorium Intybus

Araghvadh- purging cassia-  Cassia Fistula

Himsra  -Caper - Capparis spinosa

Vasaka - Malabar nut - Adhatoda vasica

Karela - bitter gourd - Momordica charantia

Bael -stone apple/ wood apple - Aegle marmelos

Nimboo - Lemon - Citrus limon

Musta - Nut grass - Cyperus rotundus

Neem -  Bead Tree - Azadirachta Indica

Almonds - Prunus dulcis / Prunus amygdalus

Jhavuka - Tamarix gallica

Dandelion- Taraxacum officinale / Dens leonis

Daalchini - cinnamon - Cinnamomum verum

Shikakai - Soap Pod-  Acacia Concinna

Angur - grapes - Vitis vinifera

kheera - cucumber - Cucumis sativus

Agrimony - Agrimonia eupatoria

Chamomile - Matricaria recutita

Kela - Banana - Musa acuminata

Gajar - Carrot -  Daucus carota

Ghagharbel - Bitter luffa / Bristly Luffa - Luffa echinata

chukandar - beet - Beta vulgaris

Tamatar - Tomato - Solanum lycopersicum

Talimkhana /gokulakanta- Hygrophila auriculata

Nisoth/ Trivrit -turpeth- Operculina turpethum

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ARTICLE  BY   RAJESH  KUMAR

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