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Oropharyngeal Candidiasis – Causes, Symptoms & Ayurvedic Treatment
कफजेमधुरास्यत्वंकण्डूमत्पिच्छिलाव्रणा: ॥अ.हृ.उ. २१/६२॥
Candida is a fungus present in the mouth of up to 60% healthy people but infection is commonly associated with immunosuppression, use of broad-spectrum antibiotics, diabetes, use of corticosteroids, denture wear, haematinic deficiencies, etc.
In Ayurveda, this condition can be correlated to Mukhpaka. Mukh stands for oral cavity or mouth and paka refers to any inflammation or ulceration.
Causes of Oropharyngeal Candidiasis
In Ayurveda, this condition is caused due to the aggravation of Kapha dosha. Kapha dosha gets aggravated in the oral cavity and stomach leading to oral thrush or oropharyngeal candidiasis.
Symptoms of Oropharyngeal Candidiasis
Symptoms include:-
- Pain and tingling sensation around the mouth
- Burning while masticating the food
- Watering of the mouth
- Constipation
- Tastelessness
- Cracking in the ulcers of the mouth
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Ayurvedic Treatment for Oropharyngeal Candidiasis
The Ayurvedic line of treatment of Oropharyngeal Candidiasis includes Shodhana (purificatory) therapy as well as local application of Sheetal dravya (coolants). Other Ayurvedic therapies such as Gandusha (Mouth Gargling) and Kavala (Oral Medicaments) also yield good results.
IAFA provides purificatory and palliative therapies for the successful management of Oropharyngeal Candidiasis.
Diet Management in Oropharyngeal Candidiasis
Pathya (Do’s)
- Take foods rich in zinc such as pumpkin seeds, cashew nuts, beans, etc.
- Include whole grains and fortified cereals in the diet.
- Dairy products such as cow ghee and cow milk are recommended.
Apathya (Don’ts)
- Intake of Pitta and Kapha dosha aggravating foods such as fried, spicy, and non-vegetarian food should be avoided.
- Consumption of tea, coffee, and alcohol should be avoided.
Yoga Therapy in Oropharyngeal Candidiasis
- Practice Pranayam such as Kapalbhati and Anulom – Vilom.
- Various Yoga Postures such as:-
- Suryanamaskar
- Padmasana
- Vajrasana
- Paschimothasana are beneficial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Is oropharyngeal candidiasis contagious?
Answer: It is a fungal infection that is not contagious.
Question: Can Oropharyngeal Candidiasis be treated in Ayurveda?
Answer: Yes, definitely. Ayurveda has anti-fungal herbs which can effectively treat oropharyngeal candidiasis.
Question: How much time does it take to heal completely from oropharyngeal candidiasis?
Answer: It depends on the condition of the patient.
Question: Can oropharyngeal candidiasis spread to the lungs?
Answer: It can spread to the other parts of the body including the lungs, liver, and skin.
References
- Child Health and Ayurveda, First Edition 2021, by Sahil Gupta, Angular Stomatitis Chapter No. 14, Page No. 63-66.
- Ayurvedic Aspects of Allergies and Fungal Infections, Edition 2021, by Sahil Gupta, Fungal Infection Chapter No. 41, Page No. 248-249.
- Sharma PV, Sharma P. Charaka Samhita: Vimanasthanam. 23rd ed. Ch 5. Varanasi, India: Chaukhambha Orientalia; 1981. p. 226-40.
- Chakravorty RC. Head and neck diseases in an ancient Indian surgical text (The Sushrut Samhita) Med Hist. 1971; 15:393-6.
- Athavale VB. Dant rogas. In: Athavale VB, editor. Dentistry in Ayurveda. 1st ed. New Delhi: Chaukhambha Sanskrit Pratishthan; 1999. p. 7-11.
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