Description
Spleen Disease is a disease of the Spleen.
Anything wrong that disrupts the normal functioning of the Spleen is a Spleen Disease.
Spleen is located below the rib cage. The size of the Spleen varies from a person to person. Generally, it is as big as the size of a fist. The Spleen swells and gets enlarged when affected by a disease. Deficiency of life energy associated with Spleen disrupts the normal functioning of the Spleen. This deficiency of life energy is the precursor to all Spleen related Disorders.
Spleen is a part of the Immune system. The functions of Spleen are :
The production of White Blood Cells. The White Blood Cells filter the blood by removing Bacteria, Pathogens and Dead cells.
Spleen controls and regulates energy(the one necessary for life,known as vital energy )
Spleen contains blood, thus controls blood.
It produces antibodies which fight against infection.
It converts food and fluid into substances essential for body and transports them to every tissue of the body.
In case of emergencies like Hemorrhage it provides the blood.
It stores Iron and transfers it to the Bone Marrow. Bone Marrow is the place where the Hemoglobin is made.
It is responsible for the recycling of the old Red Blood Cells.
It fights against the Pneumonia and Meningitis causing bacteria.
Spleen Conditions :
Spleenomegaly or Spleen Enlargement : In this the size of the Spleen increases due to swelling. It may be a result of Liver Diseases, Blood Cancer and Viral mononucleosis (“mono”).
Ruptured Spleen : A damage or break in the surface of the Spleen is called Ruptured Spleen. It is a result of an injury or blow to the Spleen. It may cause internal bleeding. It is a serious condition needing immediate treatment.
Sickle Cell Disease : It is a genetic disorder. In this, the abnormal Red Blood Cells form a sickle shape and block the flow of blood through the vessels. The organs are deprived of blood. This may cause damage to the Organs.
Causes of Spleen Diseases
Cyst
Cancer
Improper Diet
Chronic illness
Liver Diseases
Viral Infections
Over thinking/Stress
Bacterial Infections
Parasitic Infections
Inflammatory Disease
Genetic susceptibility
Excessive use if Steroids
Prolonged exposure to damp climate
If not treated properly, Spleen Diseases may cause
Permanent damage to the Spleen