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Gonorrhoeae(Neisseria) Infection

Updated: Nov 7, 2023


Gonorrhoeae(Neisseria) Infection

WHAT IS NEISSERIA GONORRHOEAE?


Neisseria gonorrhoeae is a gram-negative bacterium, also known as gonococcus or gonococci, and is responsible for gonorrhea and other gonococcal diseases. Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection involving the rectum, urethra, or throat, and other gonococcal diseases, including gonococcemia, septic arthritis, and gonococcal ophthalmia neonatorum.

If this infection remains untreated, it can spread to other parts of the body and is named a disseminated gonorrhea infection. It mainly affects the joints, hence it is called septic arthritis. In women, if left untreated it can cause pelvic inflammatory conditions and further infertility.


ABSTRACT


Neisseria gonorrhoeae is a bacterium responsible for infections of the genitals, eyes and throat and can occur in both women and men. This infection requires timely treatment otherwise it can cause many complications. Here we focused on Ayurvedic treatment for Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection. Herbs and herbal remedies are natural remedies for treating infections. And Plantbased Ayurveda offers safe and effective herbal remedies for Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection.


WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF NEISSERIA GONORRHOEAE INFECTION?


Both men and women can be affected by this infection, thus both experience some symptoms but not all people with this infection have symptoms in the early stages. If this infection remains untreated, bacteria start growing and spreading and this causes further symptoms depending on the particular area of the body that is affected by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. The following symptoms are experienced by a person.


Symptoms seen in women are:

  1. Excessive discharge from vagina

  2. Acute pelvic pain

  3. Spotting or brown discharge during menstrual periods

Symptoms seen in men are:

  1. Thick Pus-like discharge from the penis

  2. Swelling or redness of the penis

  3. Pain and swelling in testicles

Other common symptoms are:

  1. Painful and burning sensation while urination

  2. Sore throat

  3. Painful and irritable bowel movements

  4. Anal itching

Symptoms occur when the infection is left untreated and further complications occur:-

  1. Fever

  2. Joint pain and swelling

  3. Tendinitis

  4. Skin rashes

  5. Red spots including pus


WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS OF NEISSERIA GONORRHOEAE INFECTION?


Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria can develop many other complications which are the following:

  1. Infertility in both men and women

  2. Increased risk of HIV infection

  3. Gonococcal arthritis

  4. Gonococcal meningitis

  5. Gonococcal endocarditis


HOW DOES NEISSERIA GONORRHOEAE INFECTION SPREAD?


Neisseria gonorrhoeae can be transferred through oral, vaginal or anal sex. Sexual transmission is the main cause of infection in adults. It can also affect newborns while passing through the birth canal if the mother lives with untreated genital infection. This is why it is important to examine all pregnant women for gonorrhea infection.People are more likely to have Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections, having unprotected sex, engaging in sexual acts with multiple sex partners and men and women below 25 years of age.


WHAT IS THE AYURVEDIC ASPECT OF GONORRHOEAE?


In Ayurveda, gonorrhea is known as Sujjak or Puyameha. This is the Pittapradhan Vyadhi which occurs due to an external factor known as Aagantuk Karana. This further causes inflammation of the reproductive organs and the urinary tract.


WHAT IS THE AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF NEISSERIA GONORRHOEAE INFECTION?


Ayurveda always believes that imbalance in our lifestyle, diet and imbalance in tridosha causes disease, hence Ayurveda recommends the use of herbs, herbal remedies, good lifestyles and diet to treat disease. The following few herbs show effective results for Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection.


1. Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia)

It possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial properties. This is helpful in treating this type of infection.


​2. Neem (Azadirachta indica)

It includes antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potent herb to deal with such infections.


​3. Curcumin (Curcuma longa)

It includes anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. It has healing properties hence it is quite effective in Treating Gonorrhea.


4. Amla (Phyllanthus emblica)

It includes antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory properties.


5. Gandhak (Sulphur)

It includes antibacterial, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties. Best remedy to treat bacterial infections.


WHAT ARE THE HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANTBASED AYURVEDA?


Planbased Ayurveda offers the best herbal remedies for Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection such as Pitta balance, Gandhak Rasayan, Manjishtha capsules, Krimi Mukti capsules and Kaishore guggul. These herbal products are 100% natural, pure and free from chemicals and do not cause any side effects.


Herbal Remedies for Neisseria Gonorrhoeae Infection


PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1. PITTA BALANCE

Pitta balance capsules are prepared by using powerful ingredients such as Giloy, Kamdudha Ras, Jahar Mohra Pishti, Mukta Pishti, Akik Pishti and Praval Pishti. All these ingredients are very effective and help to treat infections. Giloy present in Pitta balance capsules promotes immunity and helps the body to combat infections.


Dosage: 1 capsule two times daily with plain water after meals.


2. GANDHAK RASAYAN

Gandhak Rasayan tablets consist of purified Sulphur (Shuddh Gandhak). Shuddh Gandhak possesses antimicrobial, antiviral, and antibacterial properties. These tablets support the normal functioning of the reproductive system and also supports healthy skin. Thus Gandhak Rasayan is beneficial in the treatment of the disease caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.


Dosage: 2 tablets two or three times daily with lukewarm water.

3. MANJISHTHA CAPSULES

Manjistha capsules comprise a standardized herbal extract of Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) herb. It acts as an excellent blood purifier. It has anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-microbial properties. It is also effective in skin diseases and promotes the healthy functioning of the immune system. These properties make Manjistha capsules effective in bacterial infections.


Dosage: 2 capsules two times daily with plain water after a meal.


4. KRIMI MUKTI

These capsules contain standardized extracts of herbs Harad, Haridra,

Vidang, Palaash, and afsanteen. These herbs include antioxidants, anthelmintic, analgesic, astringent and carminative properties. Due to anthelmintic properties, these capsules help to eliminate the parasitic worms from the body and help to treat the Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection.

Dosage: 1 capsule two times daily with plain water after a meal.


5. KAISHORE GUGGUL

These tablets contain traditional herbs such as Triphala (Amalaki, Bibhitaki, Haritaki), Guduchi, Guggul, Ginger, long pepper, Black pepper, etc. These herbs help in strengthening the body and enable the body to combat infection.


Dosage: 2 tablets two times daily with plain water after a meal.






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