Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)

Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) is an acquired immune-related inflammatory disorder of the peripheral nervous system, usually involving the nerve roots.  This condition involves the loss of protective covering of the peripheral nerves.  Symptoms of CIDP can be quite variable, and include numbness, tingling, pain, burning pain, progressive muscular weakness, loss of deep tendon reflexes, and abnormal sensation.  This condition usually results from an auto immune reaction.  The symptoms may be progressive and intermittent.  Autonomic dysfunction may be present in addition to the other symptoms, and includes symptoms like giddiness, bladder and bowel dysfunction, and cardiac problems.  Investigations like electromyography and nerve conduction studies are necessary for the diagnosis of CIDP.  The modern management of CIDP includes the use of steroids, plasmapheresis, intravenous immunoglobin and immuno-suppressants.  The prognosis of this condition is variable and includes relapses and remissions.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for CIDP involves the use of herbal medicines which have a specific action on nerve cells and on the entire nervous system.  These medicines help in a gradual and progressive regeneration of damaged peripheral nerves, and thereby gradually reduce symptoms.  Medicines may also be given for immunomodulation of the affected individual, so as to reduce the auto immune reaction and prevent further damage to the nervous system.  Specific symptoms need to be treated separately.

Supplementary treatment can be given in the form of local massage of the entire body or the affected limbs with the use of medicated oils, as well as the use of fomentation using medicated steam.  This treatment can hasten the process of recovery and provide a sense of well-being.

Depending upon the severity of the condition, treatment can be given for periods ranging from 8 to12 months.  Most individuals affected with CIDP usually obtain significant improvement with the help of Ayurvedic herbal treatment.  Long-term treatment with herbal medicines can also help to prevent relapses.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment is thus very useful in the management and treatment of CIDP.

An order once placed, cannot be cancelled. For exceptional circumstances (e.g. sudden death of patient), we need to get our medicines returned in good and usable condition, after which a refund will be effected after deducting 30 % administrative expenses. Return will be at the cost of the client. Capsules and powders do not qualify for a refund. Local courier charges, international shipping costs incurred, and documentation and handling charges also will not be refunded.Even in case of exceptional circumstances, a refund will be considered only within 10 days from delivery of the medicines. The decision taken by staff of Mundewadi Ayurvedic Clinic in this respect will be final and binding on all clients.

The treatment package includes shipping costs for domestic clients who are ordering within India. Shipping charges are extra for international clients. In addition, international clients will have to select a minimum of 2 months' order since this will be the most cost effective and practical option.

Most patients with mild to moderate disease usually improve with about 8 months of treatment and with oral medicines only. Patients with severe disease may require treatment for longer periods, coupled with courses of Ayurvedic panchkarma treatment. 

Patients with a tendency to frequent relapses may require a few short courses of treatment to be repeated for some time till complete recovery.