low-platelets
Description: Platelets are blood cells responsible for blood clotting. Every time your dog sustains a cut, platelets come to the rescue and plug the hole, thus preventing further blood loss. If your dog has a low platelet count, even small cuts will be more challenging to treat. If the platelet count is too low, spontaneous bleeding could also occur. Low platelets also contribute to excessive bruising. Some symptoms to watch out for are: nose bleeds, blood in stools, blood in urine, bruises, red spots on the eye, gums or skin.
Herbal Treatment: Some herbs that may form part of a formula are: Alfalfa is not just for horses. It is rich in minerals and vitamins and stimulates the immune system. It is also a blood purifier and helps to detoxify the body. Ashwaganda increases red and white blood cells which gives the immune system a boost. Burdock Root acts as a blood cleanser. Pau D'arco helps to boost the immune system. Essential Oils: Every essential oil has a unique and distinctive fragrance which stimulates the immune system, body and emotions in a precise way. The essential oils are diluted with a carrier for delivery because they should not be used in concentrate form. Carriers range from sweet almond oil to watermelon seed oil, each possessing individual healing traits. Essential oils are purposefully matched with individual carries to achieve a specific result. Some essential oil formulas may contain the following essential oils for this disorder:
Homeopathic Treatment: Homeopathics are medical formulas based on a theory of like cures like and highly diluted quantities of medicinal substances are given to cure symptoms. Flower Essence Centaury helps with week immune systems. Holly is for fast occurring illness. Gorse helps with serious illness and feelings of despair. Centaury helps with week immune systems. Hornbeam helps replenish energy reserves. Beech promotes tolerance. Olive for rejuvenation.
Other: Reiki or other types of therapeutic touch is beneficial. It has been our experience dogs respond positively to the healing human touch. Neem oil and powder has been used in India since ancient times. It is a tree with amazing healing powers and has undergone scrutiny world wide. It has been used to treat illnesses ranging abrasions, autoimmune disorders, blood disorders, circulatory disorders, Digestion, Fatigue, and Respiratory.