Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a medical condition in which, the upper two chambers of heart – atria beat frantically and sporadically. This results in an irregular and frequent increase in heartbeats. Improper pumping of heart will supply insufficient amount of blood to different parts of the body. Thus, result in improper blood circulation in the body. Heartbeats during artial fibrillation may range from 100 to 178 beats per minute. The common symptoms of artial fibrillation are light-headedness, difficulty in breathlessness, chest pain, palpitations, extreme weakness, and confusion. This condition can be either sporadic or chronic. The sporadic atrial fibrillation is also known as paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.
This ailment is caused due to various reasons. The factors that contribute for atrial fibrillation are cardiac arrest, metabolic disorders, high blood pressure, lung disorders, and viral infections. Apart from these even sleep disorders and exposure to harmful substance such as tobacco, alcohol, caffeine, and medicated drugs can lead to atrial fibrillations. The risk factors for atrial fibrillation include chronic conditions, alcohol abuse, and family history. The symptoms of atrial fibrillation are very much similar to the symptoms of atrial flutter. They are also similar with respect to cause and risk factors, but the rate of heartbeats is comparatively slow in the case of atrial flutter.
Generally, atrial fibrillation treatment includes cardio-version. In this treatment, it tries to rearrange the heart rhythm at normal level. It is usually done with the help of medications, surgery, and shock treatment. Even Ayruvedic treatment is effective in the case of atrial fibrillation. Nevertheless, Ayurvedic treatment is recommended only for the individuals- on whom the conventional treatments fail. Ayruvedic treatment cannot completely cure the symptoms, but ayurvedic medicines have the potential of reducing or controlling the symptoms. This treatment generally normalizes the heart rate and prevents the recurrence of the symptoms. It is also helpful in preventing complications such as heart failure or stroke.
In order to lower down the heart rate, medication such as Abhrak- Bhasma, Maha- Laxmi- Vilas- Ras, Survana- Bhasma, Shrung- Bhasma, and Bruhat- Vat- Chintamani are used in the treatment of atrial fibrillation. These medicines are generally given in combination with herbal remedies. The herbal remedies acts effectively on heart muscles are Tankan (Purified borax), Arjuna ( Terminalia Arjuna), Draksha ( Vitis vinifera ), Amalaki( Emblica officials), Pushkarmool ( Inula racemosa), Sarpagandha ( Rauwolfia serpentina), Triphala ( Three fruits), Apamarga ( Achyranthus aspera), Khurasani- ova ( Hyoscymus niger), Punarnava ( Boehaavia diffusa), Guggulu ( Commiphora mukul), and Pippalimool ( Piper longum).
The above-mentioned herbal medicines are also effectual in bringing down the level of high blood pressure. These medicines normalize the fluctuation of heartbeats. Herbal medicines such as, Chitrak ( Plumbago harmala), Myrrh( Commiphora myrrha), Triphala( Three fruits) Marich ( Piper nigrum), Trikatu ( Three pungent herbs), Harmal ( Paganum harmala), and Bhallatalk ( Semicarpus anaacardium) are useful to decrease the risk of blood clots and strokes. These herbal medications are also effective on normalizing the fluctuating heartbeats. As these symptoms are assured, medicines such as Shrung- Bhasma, Kamdudha- Ras, Bruhat- Vat- Chintamani, and Chandrakala- Ras can be consumed to prevent from recurrence of atrial fibrillation. The Atrial fibrillation treatment with the help of herbal remedies is highly effective in controlling the symptoms.
Individual suffering from atrial fibrillation should adapt healthy lifestyle. Dietary therapy is an effective atrial fibrillation treatment. Include plenty of fresh green leafy vegetables and fruits in your diet. Reduce the intake of salt in your food. Stop smoking and consuming alcohol. You need to take certain precautions such as do not take non-prescribed medications. Adopt some light exercises and some relaxation techniques.
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