Turmeric May be a Potential Anti-Inflammatory Recommended for Buerger’s Disease

(Newswire.net — December 22, 2016) Orlando, FL — Inflammation is believed to cause a wide variety of conditions. Today, there are many people who follow an anti-inflammatory diet to help increase their protection against inflammatory diseases such as vasculitis. The good news is that there are natural alternatives people can incorporate in their diet to potentially improve their overall condition.

Turmeric may be a potential anti-inflammatory recommended for those suffering from Buerger’s disease. This disease is a type of vasculitis that is caused or worsened by smoking. It can also be caused by other methods of tobacco use such as the chewing variety.

This inflammatory disease of the blood vessels called vasculitis affects the skin and various organs. It is autoimmune in nature and causes inflammation, which then results in the narrowing of the blood vessels and eventually blockage of blood flow.

Buerger’s disease is considered to be rare and it affects the veins and arteries in the arms and legs. Sufferers of this condition often suffer from inflammation and swelling in their blood vessels. It may also be blocked with thrombi or blood clots. Some of the symptoms of the condition are pain in the arms, hands, feet, and legs. Inflammation can also take place as a result of a blood clot in the vein.

Sufferers may be at a higher risk of infection and gangrene. This disease usually appears in the hands and feet first, and then spreads to larger areas of the legs and arms. Almost everyone who suffers from this condition smokes or chews tobacco products. Quitting the use of tobacco products may significantly reduce one’s risk of the condition.

There are also those who suffer from Raynaud’s phenomenon, which causes the fingers and toes to turn pale once exposed to cold. Another symptom is a painful open sore in the fingers and toes.

In addition to smoking, another risk factor is chronic gum disease. Having this condition on a long term basis may be associated with the development of the condition. This condition is believed to be more common among men, and this may be due to fact that a higher rate of smoking is often attributed to men.

Individuals who are over 45 years old are also more prone to the condition. There are over-the-counter medications available to treat inflammation. However, for those who follow an anti-inflammatory diet, turmeric may be highly recommended.

Aside from potentially offering anti-carcinogenic, antiseptic, antiviral, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties, turmeric is also believed to be a strong anti-inflammatory. Individuals who suffer from this disease may want to consider incorporating turmeric in their diet.

Sufferers may also consume turmeric through supplementation, which is believed to offer a myriad of potential health benefits.

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