Common Causes of Nephrotic syndrome
- Primary kidney diseases affecting filtration.
- Secondary causes like diabetes or lupus.
- Kapha aggravation leading to fluid retention.
- Āma accumulation weakening urinary channels.
- Genetic predisposition or childhood kidney weakness.
Symptoms of Nephrotic syndrome
- Swelling around eyes, ankles, and feet.
- Foamy urine from excess protein loss.
- Weight gain due to fluid retention.
- Fatigue and loss of appetite.
- Increased risk of infections.
Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Nephrotic syndrome
- Pacify kapha with light, bitter, and astringent diet.
- Support kidneys with herbs like punarnavā and gokṣura.
- Deepana-pācana herbs to clear āma and improve digestion.
- Rasāyana like gudūcī and aśvagandhā for immunity.
- Pañcakarma therapies such as basti under medical supervision.