Herbal Remedies for Prolactinoma

About Prolactinoma

A prolactinoma is a non-cancerous but abnormal growth or tumor on the pituitary gland (which makes hormones to control thyroid, ovaries, testes and other adrenal glands). Pituitary gland also makes hormone called Prolactin which stimulates the production of breast milk during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The tumor leads to overproduction of Prolactin leading to Hyperprolactinemia.

Symptoms of prolactinoma can also be caused due to the pressure of the tumor on the surrounding tissues.

They are more common in women between the age of 20 to 35 than in men or children. The tumor may vary from 10 mm diameter (microprolactinomas) to bigger than 10cm (macroprolactinomas).

According to Ayurveda, the tumor is formed due to imbalance of Vata and Kapha dosha. Vata imbalance causes the faulty cell functions whereas Kapha imbalance leads to the development of tumor cells.

Symptoms of Prolactinoma

With the over production of prolactin hormone, the major effect is decrease in the level of sex hormones which is estrogen in women and testosterone in men.

A very common symptom of Prolactinoma in women is change in mensuration and often infertility. Irregular periods or change in flow is seen or there is complete loss of periods. In some cases, breast milk is produced even when a women is not pregnant or nursing. There is excess breast milk production which may leak too. There is reduced sex drive and vaginal dryness and discomfort during intercourse. Women generally have smaller tumors. Some women may experience breast tenderness. In some cases, ache and excessive body and facial hair growth can be a symptom.

In men, there is low testosterone levels which leads to loss of libido and sexual dysfunction along with reduced sperm count. There is enlargement of the breast tissue. Headaches or visual problems often occurs. In case of men, the tumor is generally bigger in size. Men might have to undergo hormone replacement therapy in the form of testosterone. In men other symptoms are reduced growth of beard or moustaches. Men could have enlarged breasts as a symptom of Prolactinoma.

Low bone density is a symptom seen both in men and women. It can lead to osteoporosis if not treated on time.

Diagnoses of Prolactinoma

• Blood tests are commonly done to diagnose Prolactinoma. Elevated levels of prolactin (more than 20 ng/ml) can be easily seen during blood test.
• MRI and CT scans are further done to confirm the tumor.
• Vision tests are also done to determine if the tumor has effected the sight of the patient.

Treatment of Prolactinoma in Ayurveda

Ayurvedic treatment for Prolactinoma can be used as a supportive therapy to bring faster relief. This treatment can be given along with modern medicines or even after surgical removal of the tumor. There are medicines to reduce the size of tumor along with the medicines that can reduce visual disturbances, headaches, infertility and other symptoms caused by pressure of the tumor on the surrounding brain tissues. Some medicines cater to bringing the pituitary gland function to normal even decreasing the production of prolactin while others help to prevent the recurrence of tumor.

Herbal Remedies for Prolactinoma

Planet Ayurveda offers effective herbal remedies like Kanchnaar Guggul, Curcumin Capsules, Gotukola capsules, Pradrantak Churna & Chanderprabha Vati for ayurvedic treatment of prolactinoma. Planet Ayurveda provides 100 percent pure and natural products. All of them are free from side effects and are safe to use. And they are formulated by MD Ayurveda doctors. All of the medicines from the house are made without the addition of chemicals or additives or preservatives in it.

1. Kanchnaar Guggul

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This medicine has anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant properties. It is a thyroid stimulant and muscle relaxant medicine. It is also anti-cancer. Guggul is a resin obtained from myrrh tree. Kanchnaar bark and myrrh resin both are used in various health problems like cysts, fibroids and tumors. The tablets are enriched with effective herbs - Kachnaar bark (Bauhinea variegate), Triphala (Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellerica, Emblica officinalis), Trikatu (Zingiber officinale, Solanum nigrum, Piper longum), Varun bark (Crataeva nurvala), Elaichi (Elettaria cardamom), Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanica), Tejpatra (Cinnamomum zeylanica leaves) and Guggul (Commiphora mukul).

Dose – 1 bottle – 2 tab twice after meal with water.

2. Curcumin Capsules

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Curcumin is a powerful antioxidant. It is known to reduce inflammation. It is very useful in treating cancer or tumors. These capsules are prepared using the pure and standardized extract of Curcuma longa. The herb is frequently used in Ayurveda for various health problems. Curcumin helps to boost body's defense mechanism and provide enough stamina against diseases.

Dose – 1 bottle – 1 cap twice after meal with water.

3. Gotukola capsules

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There capsules are made with Gotukola herbal extract which is known to treat everything from anxiety to cardiovascular conditions. This plant has triterpenoid compounds that aids in speeding up the healing process. These capsules are known to increase cognitive abilities, detoxify the body and regulate blood pressure. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Dose – 1 bottle – 1 cap twice after meal with water.

4. Pradrantak Churna

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This is a herbal formulation to take care of female health problems. It is very effective in relieving mensuration pain, irregular periods etc. The Pradrantak churna from the house is prepared using the special combination of 4 useful herbs. The herbs include Lodhra (Symplocus racemosa), Ashok (Saraca indica), Udumbur (Ficus glomerata) and Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna).

Dose – 1 bottle – ½ to 1 tsp. twice after meal with water.

5. Chanderprabha Vati

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This medicine is very effective in treating male infertility, impotency, painful periods, and amenorrhea. It has anti acid, anti-inflammatory properties. This is made using a special combination of 37 ingredients including pure herbs. It cure cysts, fibroids, any extra abnormal growth by shrinking the size and also acts as a general health tonic for both men and women especially to treat urinary and reproductive organ functions.

Dose – 1 bottle – 2 tab twice after meal with water.

Recommended Diet for Prolactinoma patients

A kapha pacifying diet is highly recommended. This includes foods with bitter and pungent tests. To manage vata, exercise and good routine needs to be followed. Various Aroma therapies can be performed.