What is Lung Cancer?
Lung cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the lungs and typically the cells linings the air passages. Lung cancer is one of the common and deadliest type of cancer worldwide. Lung cancer occurs when abnormal or mutated cells in the lungs grows uncontrollably further forming a tumor or a mass that interfere with normal lung functions.
Type of Lung Cancer:
1) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC): This is most common type of Lung cancer and accounts for almost 85% of all cases of Lung cancer cases diagnosed.
a) Adenocarcinoma: This subtype of cancer is found in non-smokers and commonly affects outer part of the lungs.
b) Squamous Cell Carcinoma: This subtype of cancer is typically associated with smoking and affects the central parts of the lungs.
c) Large Cell Carcinoma: It is less common subtype of lung cancer that can appear anywhere in the lungs and tends to grow rapidly.
2) Small Cell Lung Cancer: This more aggressive type of cancer and tends to spread rapidly. It is more strongly associated with smoking.
Risk Factors of Lung Cancer
Lung cancer can develop due to several factors, including lifestyle, environmental exposures, and certain heritable genetic predispositions etc. Further is mentioned certain primary causes:
2) Exposure to harmful substance:
a) Air Pollution: Long-term exposure to polluted air from industrial fumes or vehicle exhausts can significantly increase the risk of lung cancer.
b) Asbestos: In post-industrialization era asbestos was commonly used as construction material and prolonged exposure could lead to lung cancer.
c) Industrial Chemicals: Exposure to high levels of arsenic, chromium, nickel, and benzene can lead to lung cancer.
3) Genetic Factors: Certain genetic factors can increase the susceptibility of developing lung cancer. Genetic mutations can lead to uncontrolled proliferation of lung cancer cells.
4) Chronic Lung Disease: Certain conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Tuberculosis etc. can lead to increased risk of lung cancer.
5) Weakened Immune System: Long term use of immunosuppressant’s or diseases like ‘HIV/AIDS’ can increase the risk of lung cancer.
Treatment of Lung Cancer through Ayurveda by Dr. Ravi Gupta, M.D. Ayurveda
Dr. Ravi Gupta, M.D. (Ayurveda), specializes in Ayurvedic treatment and management of lung cancer. His treatment principles integrates traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern diagnostic modalities. His treatment focuses on Herbal Medicines, Panchakarma (Detoxification), Rasayana Therapy, and lifestyle modifications. His treatment modalities include:
1) Herbal Medicines : Dr. Ravi Gupta advises certain Ayurvedic herbs that has anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and immune-boosting properties, such as:
a) Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): It helps to reduce stress and strengthens the immunity in lung cancer patients.
b) Turmeric (Curcuma longa): It contains curcumin which has anti-cancer properties.
c) Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum): It help to improve the lung function and proves beneficial in lung cancer patients.
2) Panchakarma (Detoxification):
Panchakarma (Detoxification) helps to remove toxins and dustha doshas from the body of lung cancer patients. Panchakarma or Detoxification therapy that proves beneficial in lung cancer are:
a) Virechana (Purgation Therapy): Virechana eliminates toxins from lung cancer patients and supports liver functions.
b) Basti (Medicated Enema): It helps to improve the colon function in lung cancer patients and further supports the immune system.
3) Rasayana Therapy (Rejuvenation Treatment):
a) It helps to strengthen the immune system and has potent anti-cancer properties.
b) It help to improve the body ability and repair damaged tissues.
4) Lifestyle Modifications:
a) Pranayama: It help to improve oxygenation and lung capacity in lung cancer patients.
b) Yoga & Meditation: It help to reduce stress and improve mental stress in lung cancer patients.
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— Dr. Ravi Gupta, M.D. (Ayurveda),
Ayurveda Cancer Consultant,
Specialist in Ayurveda and Panchakarma.
