Herbal Remedies for Prostate Cancer – Symptoms and Causes

Abstract

Prostate cancer mostly occurs in men over 65 years of age, and 15 percent of men suffer from it. This is a very serious disease, and by the time it is detected, its metastasis has already started. Its initial sign is that it appears hard like a stone on rectal examination; later, it becomes stable. It is the most common cancer found in men and is the second leading cause of cancer death in the world (the first is bronchogenic carcinoma). The most common site of prostate cancer is the posterior lobe. It is an adenocarcinoma, as it occurs in glandular cells.

Introduction

Prostate cancer develops in this little walnut-shaped gland that is found behind the bladder and in front of the rectum in males and those who were assigned male at birth (AMAB). This tiny gland creates a fluid that mixes with semen to keep the sperm healthy for conception and fertilization. The disease of prostate cancer is dangerous. Thankfully, most men who have prostate cancer are found to have the disease before it has gone past the prostate gland. Cancer frequently disappears when treated at this stage.

Stages Of Prostate Cancer

• Occult: Diagnosed after investigation due to suspicion
• Stage 1: Tumor confined to local prostatic nodule
• Stage 2: Tumor involving capsule or diffuse type
• Stage 3: Tumor involving seminal vesicle
• Stage 4: Extension into adjacent tissue

Causes Of Prostate Cancer

It is unclear what causes Prostate Cancer. Doctors are aware that prostate cells change their DNA, which is how prostate cancer starts. A cell’s DNA contains the instructions governing its behavior. The adjustments instruct the cells to grow and divide more quickly than typical cells do. The abnormal cells survive whereas other cells would perish. The accumulated aberrant cells create a tumor, which can spread to invade neighboring tissue. Over time, certain aberrant cells may separate and “metastasize” to other body regions.

There are some causes that can cause prostate cancer:

• Prostatitis
• Lower levels of Vitamin D
• Elevated levels of Testosterone
• Blood in urine
• Nocturia
• Dysuria
• Pain in the Pelvis, spine and ribs
• Lymphedema
• Renal insufficiency

Symptoms Of Prostate Cancer

• Weight loss
• Anorexia
• Anemia
• frequent and occasionally urgent urge to urinate, especially at night.
• urinary incontinence or intermittent incontinence.
• Dysuria (burning or aching when you urinate)
• Urinary incontinence (bladder control issues)
• Faecal incontinence (bowel control issues)
• ED (erectile dysfunction) and painful ejaculation
• Hematospermia (blood in semen or pee)
• discomfort in your chest, hips, or lower back.

Diagnosis

• Physical examination by the doctor: Rectal examinations are performed to determine the prostate’s size and location.
• PSA Test: Protein-Specific Antigen (PSA) is a protein that is produced by the prostate gland. Cancer may be indicated by high PSA levels. Levels also rise if you have benign conditions like BPH or prostatitis.
• TRUS (trans-rectal ultrasonography): It is performed to see the prostatic size and local metastasis.
• Biopsy: The biopsy test is performed to examine the cells’ types physically and determine whether or not they are malignant.
• CT scans and MRI scans: These are crucial instruments for determining the prostate gland or tumor’s size.
• Liver Function test: It is performed to exclude liver metastasis.
• Renal Function test: Serum creatinine and serum urea levels increased in the case of chronic obstruction.

Risk Factors

• Age: Growing older puts you at greater risk. You have a greater likelihood of being diagnosed if you are over 50. About 60% of incidences of prostate cancer in men over 65 impact older adults.
• Race: Black people are more likely to get prostate cancer than people of other races, for unknown reasons. Prostate cancer in black men is also more likely to be aggressive or progress.
• Family history: You may be at a higher risk if a blood relative—a parent, sibling, or child—has been identified as having prostate cancer. Additionally, if you have a significant family history of breast cancer or if you carry the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene, your risk of developing prostate cancer may be increased.
• Obesity: Compared to persons who are regarded to be of a healthy weight, those who are obese may have an increased chance of prostate cancer, while studies have produced conflicting findings. Obese individuals have a higher risk of the cancer being more aggressive and coming back after the initial course of therapy.

Additional Possible Risk Factors:

• Prostatitis
• Smoking
• Having a BMI > 30 (having obesity)
• STIs (sexually transmitted infections)
• Agent Orange exposure (an agent used in the Vietnam War)

Management According To Modern Science

• Radical prostatectomy: Open radical prostatectomy and Robotic radical prostatectomy
• Radiation therapy
• Hormone therapy
• Chemotherapy
• Immunotherapy
• Other drugs

Prevention

• Get regular prostate screenings
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Exercise regularly
• Eat a nutritious diet
• Quit smoking

Ayurvedic Overview

In Ayurveda, it is correlated with Arbuda. Arbuda, which develops as a result of metabolic as well as catabolic crises in the body, is one of the most serious and possibly difficult, life-threatening diseases of the modern day. The vitiation of tridosha, dhatu, agni, and mala leads to cancer. Aggravated vata dosha is the cause of abnormal cell division. All enzymatic activity and hormonal imbalance are caused by the pitta dosha, while the kapha dosha gives the tumour its distinct appearance. According to Acharya Sushurta, Arbuda is caused by “The Doshas having vitiated in any part of the body and afflicting the Mamsa, and produce a swelling, which is circular, fixed, slightly painful, big in size, broad-based, slowly growing, and does not suppurate.” These are the blatant signs and symptoms of cancer. Arbuda has been characterized by Acharya Charaka as a Vata-Rakta complication.

Nidana Of Arbuda

गात्रप्रदेशे क्वचिदेव दोषा: सम्मूर्छिता मसमभिप्रदुष्य। वृतं स्थिरं मंदरुजम महनतमनल्पमूलं

चिरवृद्यपाकम्।। कुर्वन्ति मासोपचयं तु शोफम तदर्बुदं शास्त्रविदो वदन्ति। (सु. नि. ११/१३)

Using this ancient verse, Acharya Sushrut explained how the Vatadi dosha in our bodies becomes aggravated and toxins the muscle tissue, causing an inflammation known as Arbud in Ayurveda. Arbud is a type of inflammation that is round, stable, less painful, large, spread throughout deep-seated bodily tissues, and does not suppurate.

Types Of Arbuda

वातेन पित्तेन कफेन चापि रक्तेन मांसेन च मेदसा च। तज्जायते तस्य च लक्षणानि ग्रन्थे:

समानानि सदा भवन्ति।। (सु. नि. ११/१४-१५)

1. Vataja arbuda
2. Pittaja arbuda
3. Kaphaja arbuda
4. Raktarbuda
5. Mamsarabuda
6. Medoarbuda

Ayurvedic Treatment

In the case of malignant growths, Acharya Sushruta recommended the following course of treatment:

1. Vatic Cancerous Growths

• Mild Sudation (Swedana)
• Oil swab application by bitter oils
• Bloodletting

2. Paittic Cancerous Growths

• Mild Sudation
• Purgation
• Scraping by the leaves of teak
• Application of a medicated paste of Aragwadha (𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘢 𝘧𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘭𝘢), Gojihwa (𝘖𝘯𝘰𝘴𝘮𝘢 𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘮 𝘸𝘢𝘭𝘭) etc.

3. Kaphaja Cancerous Growths

• Purgation
• Emesis
• Bloodletting
• Application of cautery, alkali and surgery (if needed)

Herbal Remedies For Prostate Cancer By Planet Ayurveda

The GMP-Certified Ayurvedic Clinic Planet Ayurveda develops a range of herbal remedies to cure patients’ ailments and prevent various health issues. All Planet Ayurveda formulations are devoid of all resins, chemicals, and colors. Because they are produced under the rigorous supervision of M.D. Ayurvedic practitioners. For the treatment of the prostate, Planet Ayurveda offers a number of herbal remedies, which will be described in more detail below.

Product Description

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1. Kanchnaar Guggul
2. Ashwagandha Capsules
3. Shilajit Capsules
4. Boswellia + Curcumin
5. Moringa Capsules
6. Varunadi Vati
7. Prostate Support Tablets
8. Prostate Endza

Product Description

1. Kanchnaar Guggul

These are poly herbal tablets that are made up of Kanchnar bark (Bauhinia variegata), Varuna bark (Crataeva religiosa), Guggul (Commiphora mukul), Tejpatta (Cinnamomum tamala) and many more. The cytotoxic feature of kanchanar guggulu allows it to control cell division and reduce cell proliferation. This Ayurvedic remedy may therefore aid in the treatment of cancer.

Dosage: 2 tablets with warm water, three times a day.

2. Ashwagandha Capsules

This is a single herbal formulation that is made up of standardized extract of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Due to its medhya, rasayan, and dhatu pushti kara qualities, it aids in maintaining good neurological health. All of the tridoshas are balanced by the herb ashwagandha, however, it primarily calms the vata and kapha doshas. It helps to maintain sound neurological and mental health because of its bitter, astringent flavor, heated potency, and pungent aftertaste. It also improves the quantity and quality of sperm count.

Dosage: 1 capsule, two times a day.

3. Shilajit Capsules

This is a single herbal remedy that is made up of a standardised extract of Shilajit (Asphaltum). These shilajit capsules nourish all the sapta dhatus and promote general wellness. Shilajit is particularly well-liked in the Himalayan and Indian subcontinents due to its multiple health advantages and anti-ageing qualities. It is traditionally used for all forms of genito-urinary system-related male health issues. These capsules are used to treat urinary incontinence brought on by an enlarged prostate, kidney or bladder stones, or burning while urinating. Shilajit’s potential to increase male fertility has also been researched.

Dosage: 1 capsule, two times a day.

4. Boswellia + Curcumin

These are polyherbal capsules that are made up of Haridra (Curcuma longa) and Shallaki (Boswellia serrata). It has strong anti-oxidant properties that let joints move freely, and it also has neuroprotective properties that help keep the cardiovascular system healthy. It is used to treat various kinds of joint pain because it contains anti-inflammatory qualities. Shallaki’s alcoholic extract shows anti-cancer action by preventing the development of tumours by limiting cell division and growth and interfering with the production of deoxyribonucleic acid, protein, and ribonucleic acid. Curcumin is also regarded as an anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour, and antioxidant compound that can cause apoptosis in a variety of cellular systems.

Dosage: 2 capsules, two times a day.

5. Moringa Capsules

It is a single herbal capsule that is made up of a standardized extract of Moringa (Moringa oleifera). Moringa is also known as the drumstick plant, Murungai, and Sahijan. It has a harsh, dry, and biting flavour that is pungent and bitter. Because of its heated potency, moringa aids in balancing the vata and kapha doshas. It is a dietary supplement that can be eaten that dates back to the time of Acharya Sushruta. It might improve prostate health. Glucosinolates, sulfur-containing compounds with potential anticancer properties, are widely present in the seeds and leaves of the moringa plant. The plant’s seeds have glucosinolates that may stop the growth of prostate cancer cells in people.

Dosage: 2 capsules, two times a day.

6. Varunadi Vati

These tablets are polyherbal and are made up of Shuddha Guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Varun (Crataeva nurvala) and many more. Regular use of the Varun formulation helps to balance the Vata dosha, shrink the prostate gland, and alleviate discomfort. Guggul is being researched as a potential cancer treatment due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities. Punarnava aids in raising the number of red blood cells and enhancing blood flow to and from the kidneys. This particular species of flowering plant is an absolute master at avoiding prostate cancer thanks to all these qualities.

Dosage: 2 tablets, two times a day.

7. Prostate Support Tablets

These are polyherbal tablets that are made up of Kanchnar (Bauhinia variegata), Saralghan (Pinus roxburghii), Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris) and many more. It promotes normal prostate function. It keeps the urinary system in good shape. It maintains Vata, Pitta, and Kapha dosha.

Dosage: 2 tablets, two times a day.

8. Prostate Endza

These are polyherbal capsules that are made up of Guggul (Comminphora mukul), Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris) and many more. The name of this formulation and the fact that it is helpful in paurush granthi (Prostate gland) vyadhi imply that it is a great dietary supplement for men with prostate problems and helps to resolve prostate problems. Gokshura is a vital element in the treatment of Prostate cancer. Gokshura has anti-cancer, anti-microbial, and hypotensive action.

Dosage: 1 capsule, two times a day.

Diet And Lifestyle Recommendation

• Foods that are rich in Calcium should be avoided
• You should take 1 glass of water and mix 1 teaspoon of powdered pumpkin seeds in it. Then drink it.
• For making herbal tea, you should boil 1/2 tsp of each fennel, coriander, and cumin in 2 cups of water to make herbal tea.
• You should take a glass of milk, add half a teaspoon of turmeric and drink it.
• Try not to skip meals, especially breakfast.
• Regular water consumption should consist of 8–10 glasses.
• Fruit holes should always be chosen over fruit juices.
• It’s advised to walk for at least 30 to 45 minutes.

Conclusion

Arbuda is known as a Tumor or Neoplasm. Prostate cancer is a type of carcinoma that can spread to the bones and lymph nodes as well as other regions of the body. For the best treatment, you can consult online with the Ayurveda experts of Planet Ayurveda Mohali or you can visit the clinic.