AORTIC SCLEROSIS 

Aortic valve sclerosis is a condition whereby the aortic valve becomes thickened but does not significantly obstruct flow, unlike aortic valve stenosis, which does obstruct flow.

Aortic sclerosis becomes more common with ageing, which makes sense as it is seen as a degenerative disease. In those less than 60 years of age, less than 10% of the population has aortic sclerosis. In those above 70 years of age between 20-40% of the population are found to have aortic sclerosis.

SYMPTOMS

Aortic sclerosis is an asymptomatic disease, meaning it has no symptoms. It may be associated with the presence of a mild murmur that is picked up on examination. Often it may be found by chance in those having an echocardiogram for other reasons.

RISK FACTORS

• Age
• Being Male
• High blood Pressure
• Diabetes
• Smoking
• Kidney Disease
• High Cholesterol

TREATMENT OF AORTIC SCLEROSIS

There is no medical treatment for aortic sclerosis. The good news is that it is unlikely to progress to significant aortic valve disease. Those with aortic sclerosis are at higher risk of cardiovascular disease however and so they should pay special attention to cardiovascular risk factors. Recommendations would include to control blood pressure and cholesterol. Smokers should stop smoking. Diabetics need to ensure optimal control of diabetes. Attention should be paid to a healthy lifestyle. These measures will serve to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

HOMOEOPATHIC TREATMENT

Homeopathic medicines are the medicines which are given to the people by using drugs in a smaller quantity. Homeopathic medicines are considered as safe and also effective remedy for treating any disease. These homeopathic remedies don't cause any side effects as they are made from the products obtained naturally. These medicines help in treating the diseases from their roots and also they provide effective results. Many homeopathic medicines are there which help in preventing aortic sclerosis disease.

The various homeopathic medicines to treat valvular heart disease are as follows:

Adonis Vernalis : Adonis Vernalis is a homeopathic medicine used for the treatment of aortic sclerosis disease. These medicines help in regulating the pulse and also helps in controlling the rate of the heart. These medicines give the best result in the cases when any valvular heart disease is caused due to the chronic aortitis, aortic regurgitation or aortic sclerosis which causes the traumatic rupture of the valve or rheumatic endocarditis. You should take this medicine only after consulting the doctor.

Spigelia anthelmia: Spigelia anthelmia is another homeopathic medicine used to treat aortic sclerosis disease. During aortic sclerosis disease, the valve of the heart becomes damaged. This medicine is given in a situation when there are the symptoms of heart valve disease such as irregular pulse, weakness, palpitations etc. along with the headache. These medications help in preventing the heart valvular disease and also helps in proper functioning of the valves. These medicines can be given to the person if they are having the symptoms of aortic sclerosis disease.

Kalmia: Kalmia is another homeopathic medicine used for curing aortic sclerosis disease. These medicines help in controlling the rate of the heart. These medicines help in the treatment of valvular disease when it is caused due to rheumatic fever that leads to the problem in the opening and closing of the valves. When there is a difficulty in opening and closing of the valves then it can lead to the problem in the flow of blood to the heart and also from the heart, causing aortic sclerosis disease. These medicines are also considered as safe because they are made using herbs.

Aurum Metallicum: Aurum Metallicum is another homeopathic medicine used for curing the aortic sclerosis disease. Aortic sclerosis Disease is a type of disorder of the heart in which the valve of the heart does not function properly. Aurum Metallicum is given in a situation when valvular heart disease is caused due to the palpitations, rheumatic fever, pericarditis, chest pain etc. These medicines do not have any side effects and are also considered as effective for curing aortic sclerosis disease.