HLA B27 is an antigen that stands for human leukocyte antigen B27. HLA B27 blood test is here to just confirm the presence of this protein. Yes, HLA B27 is actually a protein that is found on the surface of white blood cells. A positive result means the protein is present in the body.
WHAT DOES POSITIVE HLA B27 MEAN?
A positive HLA B27 result means you are having higher chances of developing auto-immune disease. We are well aware about the fact that an autoimmune disorder occurs when our body's immune system destroys its own healthy cells by mistake.The test is actually done to confirm the diagnosis of an autoimmune disease- Spondyloarthritis.
SPONDYLOARTHRITIS
It is a form of arthritis that includes several types of arthritis in it. It is in fact a name given to a group of arthritis. It includes following arthritis-
- Ankylosing spondylitis (Arthritis that affects the spine)
- Psoriatic arthritis (Inflammation of the skin and joints)
- Reactive arthritis (Occurs due to bacterial infection and causes inflammation in the joints)
- Sacroilitis (Arthritis in lower back and buttocks)
- Crohn’s disease arthritis (or ulcerative colitis)
- Uveitis (Eye inflammation)
WHAT IS THE CAUSE BEHIND THIS PROBLEM, ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA?
Joint pains that occur during this arthritis is due to the aggravation of vata dosha. Accumulation of ama in the body is another main reason behind this problem. Ama (toxic products left by improper digestion) circulates in the body and gets deposited at the weaker sites. The deposition of ama in the joints leads to this joint pain.NATURAL WAY TO HANDLE SPONDYLOARTHRITIS
Yes, natural way is there to manage the disorder very well and the treatment is permanent. Ayurveda is the one that deals with the disorder by its root. With the herbs, it controls all the symptoms. A balanced diet and a regular physical activity or exercise will contribute a lot in handling the disorder.HERBAL REMEDIES FOR SPONDYLOARTHRITIS
Planet Ayurveda is known for offering natural treatment for most of the serious diseases. The house also has some effective Herbal Remedies for Spondyloarthritis. Let's have a look at these.1. AAMVATANTAK CHURNA
A great herbal product from the house for all kinds of above mentioned arthritis. As the name suggests- the product removes the toxins or Ama from the body by keeping digestion healthy enough and balances the vata dosha. So what more we want to handle the disorder?The product is packed with effective herb such as Ashwagandha (Withania somnfera), Methi (fenugreek), Sonth (Zingiber officinale) and Haridra (Curcuma longa) etc.
Pack Size - Each pack contains 100 g in it.
Dosage - 1 teaspoonful twice daily.
2. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN
This is a great herbal remedy for Spondyloarthritis that is made using the pure and standardized extracts of two most important herbs- Boswellia serrata and Curcuma longa. Being the combination of anti-inflammatory herbs, the product is effective one to control the inflammation of the joints. The product is, in fact, a great supplement for all forms of arthritis.Pack Size - Each pack contains 60 capsules in it.
Dosage - 2 capsules, twice, daily.
3. YOGARAJ GUGGUL
It is a product that is helpful in balancing the vata dosha of the body and in turn offer relief from the problem associated with the vata dosha. It is a great product for all kinds of joint pains. The product contains the Guggul (Commiphora mukul) as the main ingredient in it.Pack Size - Each pack contains 120 tablets in it.
Dosage - 2 tablets, twice, daily.
4. ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES
These capsules contain the pure extract of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). The herb is known for its numerous medicinal properties including anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-oxidant properties. These properties make the herb a great choice against this disorder.Pack Size - Each pack contains 60 capsules in it.
Dosage - 2 capsules, twice, daily.
5. SANJIVANI VATI
This product increases the digestive fire and will reduce the formation of Ama in the body. It is also helpful in the burning of toxins present, already. Hence, an effective way to control the production of toxins in the body. It will in turn reduces the pain, inflammation and swelling of the joints. Hence, an effective herbal remedy for Spondyloarthritis.Pack Size - Each pack contains 120 tablets in it.
Dosage - 2 tablets, twice, daily.