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Etching in body with heat and sun exposure
Skin and Hair Disorders
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Etching in body with heat and sun exposure - #22465

Arpit Mittal
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Name -Arpit Mittal Age - 16 years Sex - Male Suffering from Body etching in heat or sunlight exposure. Situation improves with body sweating and come to covered area like inside home, AC room or colder places. It is persistent for last 3 years. Consulted with allopathic doctor, got some medicines, situation got partial relief but not cured fully. Kindly advice. Regards Naveen Mittal

Age: 16
Chronic illnesses: No
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Dear Mr. Naveen Mittal. Thank you for sharing detailed history of your son condition I can understand how concerning and frustrating this persistent skin issue must be for both of you, especially when it starts to interfere with daily life routine It is clear from your description that he is experiencing a heat sensitive condition that flares up in the form of intense itching upon exposure to sunlight or warm, and find relief in cooler environments, especially when sweating begins or when enters ac rooms , and the fact is that this has been continued for last three years despite taking modern treatments and only partial relief has been achieved. This indicate that the root imbalance has not had been fully addressed. In Ayurveda Cure with the root cause, and this condition points to an underlying disturbance in the balance of PITTA and VATA doshas leading to hyper sensitivity sweating irritation and itching One important aspect to understand year is that when PITTA accumulate in the body over time, especially in a growing adolescent boy whose metabolism is naturally sharp, it finds an outlet through the skin which is a PITTA dominant organ. the fact that he gets relief after sweating indicate that the body is trying to eliminate internal heat and toxins through the natural root of perspiration . When this channel is blocked or when the body is unable to tolerate the accumulation of heat, it causes itching as a reaction You may also have developed what we referred to as AMA -PITTa condition where unprocessed metabolic toxins combined with excessive PITTM, circulate in the blood and manifest in the skin. The sharp peeking without trashes, combined with hyper sensitivity to sunlight and heat is a classical sign of this. Such conditions often resist superficial treatments like ointment or antihistamines because the problem lies deeper. Additionally you mentioned that the itching subsides upon sweating this is an important clue. In ayurveda sweating is not just a thermoregulatory process- it is a means of sveda Baga septa’s functioning properly. When this srotas is either obstructed or overburdened by heat or toxins,the skin response becomes exaggerated. If the skins natural capacity to adjust to sunlight is disturbed,it begins to overreact, especially in adolescence when hormonal and metabolic shifts are quite active Now considering your son’s age and constitution, it is likely that he has a pitta Prakriti or a pitta vata dominant Prakriti. Pitta individuals tend to be more heat sensitive, reactive to sunlight, and prone to conditions lik urticaria skin rashes or prickling sensations. If not managed properly such conditions become chronic and impact not only the body but also the mind creating restlessness,irritability, low confidence, and withdrawal from physical or social activity From a treatment standpoint, our goal is to cool down and pacify pitta support vata by grounding and nourishing practices and clear any subtle ama or inflammatory markers from the rakta dhatu This involves internal medications, diet correction lifestyle adjustments and possibly mild external therapies or rakta prasadana treatments I would suggest starting with mild and safe yet effective internal herbs that help to regulate pitta and cleanse the blood Guduchi neem sarivadi manjistha The above can be given in powder or kashaya form depending on his digestion and compliance Along with this formulation like mahamanjistha kwath or Avipattikara churna can be introduced gradually under supervision. For itching and heat intolerance, arogyavardini vati is often useful when given in the correct dose and duration On a dietary level, it is important for Arpit to avoid all pitta aggravating foods such as spicy oily fermented sour and salty items. He should be encouraged to take more of cooling pitta balancing foods such as masoor dal rice seasonal sweet fruits coconut water bottle gourd coriander fennel and cows ghee junk food colas exc bakery items and late night meals should be strictly avoided In terms of daily routine he should maintain a regular sleep pattern Avoid long sun exposure and stay hydrated but at the same time he should not fear the sun instead we need to gradually help his body build tolerance to heat by correcting the internal imbalance

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Can start on Neemghan vati- Kaishore guggulu-one tablet twice daily after food with water Khadira aristha- Mahamanjistha aristha- 2 teaspoon each with equal quantity of water twice daily after food Haridra khand- 1/2 tsp twice daily after food with warm water Avoid spicy, sore fermented, non-vegetarian foods Drink plenty of fluids Can apply coconut oil if rashes are present You can see positive result just within one week of taking above medicine If you want to avoid further, then take at least for 3 to 6 months Have a good day

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Avoid fried, spicy, oily, sour, fermented food. Avoid pickles. Avoid dahi. Avoid dals (only eat moong dal). Avoid stale food. Avoid packed and fast food. Avoid street food. Avoid tea and coffee.

Drink buttermilk daily. Eat atleast 3 tsp of ghee in the whole day. Stay hydrated. Coconut water and kokum juice will do miracles.

Prefer using a anti perspirant body wash over a soap. After using that use an ALUM CRYSTAL like we use soap all over the body.

Mix 1 liter of kadha made by boiling neem leaves with 2 lts of water and boil it down to 1 liter with bathing water. If you are comfortable use coconut oil on the body after bath else use a sunscreen with SPF 50+.

Tab. Haridra Khanda 2 tabs twice a day before food with butter milk Tab. Kamdudha Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food with butter milk. Syp. Bhunimbadi 2tsp twice a day before food.

A cup of hot water with a teaspoon of ghee at bed time.

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Take aloevera juice + Amla juice 10ml twice daily after food with water Haridhdhrakhand 1tsp twice daily with milk Apply pure virgin coconut oil over the body

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Hello - understood your case of body itching due to heat and sun exposure , which seems to be chronic form of pitta-dominant tvak vikar often aggravated by heat, sunlight and dryness

probable causes- excessive sun exposure, more spicy, sour diet, fried diet, week skin immunity, suppressed sweat due to dry skin, stress , improper sleep schedule or may be genetic (rarely)

internal medication - for 1 month (100% effective and will be relived from this symptom in 1 month) 1) Avipattikar churna- 1 tsp with warm water at bed time = for mild detox 2)Sarivadyasava- 20 ml with equal quantity of water after meals twice daily 3) arogyavardhini vati- 1 tab twice daily after meals 4)Mahatiktakam kasaya- 15 ml with half a glass warm water or 1 glass twice daily BEFORE meals

externally apply Chandan+lodra+rose water = 30 min on affected area before bath daily Aloe vera (fresh and organic) gel - apply after bath and before sun exposire

bathing= add neem leaves and vetiver roots to bathing water

use multani mitt ubtan once a week

diet= take food pacifying pitta dosha coriander, fennel, mint amla, coconut water, buttermilk ghee, rice, dal , mung

avoid- excessive spicy, sour, friend junk food curd, pickles, fermented food = strictly avoid chocolates, tea, coffee, carbonated drinks

life style modifications= avoid peak sun hours 10 to 4 use cotton clothers maintain daily bathing hygiene sleep well

Start nasya= anutaila daily 2 drops in each nostril early morning

do follow for 1 month and see reduction in symptoms hope this will be helpful

thank you

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Hello Arpit Mittal

" NO NEED TO WORRY "

" I WILL HELP YOU TO RECOVER UR ISSUES PERMANENTLY"

• Ur Issues as U Explained

Since 3 Yrs Suffering from Body etching in heat or sunlight exposure. Situation improves with body sweating and come to covered area like inside home, AC room or colder places

• These issues are due to High Pitta Rakta Vata Dosha Imablance at Skin Sweat Blood Levels levels causing High Extreme Sensitivity to Sun and Heat leads Body itching and dryness

• This happens due to Dehydration Lack of water Fibers alkaline diet intake High Acidic Spicy Salty masala Oily fried items Excessive Sun Heat Exposure Digestive Metabolic Distrubance High Toxins in Blood Skin, Stress Hormonal issues Heridity factors

• " In these issues only taking medicine is not enough. I have Seen Best Results with following Combination therapies "

" Detoxification + Ayurvedic Medicine+ Proper Diet + Yoga + Exercise+ Lifestyle Modifications+ Stress Management+ Instructions to follow in Exposure situations"’

" 100 % RESULT ORIENTED SAFE AYURVEDIC TREATMENT U MUST TRY ( Itching Sensitive Dryness Reduces ) "

• Amla Aloe Vera Juice ( Dabur Pharma) 30 ml - 0- 30 ml On Empty Stomach with 1 Glass of Normal Water • Tab.Kamdudha Vati Mukta ( Baidyanth Pharma) 2 -0-2 Before Food • Tab.Aarogyavardhini Ras ( Dhootapeshwar Pharma) 1 -0-1 After Food • Syrup.Mahamanjistadi Kashayam + Nimbamritadi Panchatikta Kashayam ( Kottakkal Pharma) (10ml + 10 ml )-0- ( 10 ml + 10 ml Night) After Food • Avipattikar Churna ( Dhootapapeshwar Pharma) 1 Tsf Night After Food Preferably with 1 Glass of Luke Warm Water • Khadi Natural Sunscreen Moisturizer Lotion ( Khadi Natural Pharma) For Body Application Morning • Chandanadi Tailam ( Kottakal Pharma) Full Body Application 30 mins Before Bath followed by Luke Warm Bath Everyday • Take 1 Tsf Ghee Evening with 1 Glass of Luke Warm Water Avoid Major Sun Heat ( 11 am to 5 pm )

AYURVEDIC PANCHKARMA PROCEDURE

(Kindly do these Panchkarma Detoxification procedures under Guidance of Local Panchkarma Physician and in Good Ayurvedic Panchakarma Center Nearby u )

Shehan Swedan Virechan and Raktamokshan

INSTRUCTIONS MUST FOLLOW

* Moisturize Regularly with Extra Virgin Coconut/Olive Oil * Identify Triggers and Avoid those * Use Gentle Skin Care products like Soap Deodrant Powder etc Specially Natural Herbal Paraben Sulphate Alcohol free * Avoid Too Hot Showers * Avoid Harsh Towels and harsh rubbing * Wear soft, breathable clothing made from cotton or other natural fibers * Avoid Unnecessary Thoughts Stress Anxiety Do Dhyan Meditation Regularly * Always Use Herbal Sunscreen Moisturizer Lotion with SPF 50 + For Protection till Recovery.

DO’S - Prefer Alkaline Leafy Vegetables Fruits salads sprouts Fibers Dry Fruits etc Maintain Personal Hygiene Good Physical Activities Exercise walking Jogging Yoga Surya Namaskar Dhyan Meditation

DON’TS - Avoid Spicy Salty Sour Masala Fast Juck Foods Chemical Processed Sweets Skin Products Stress Poor Hygiene Sedentary lifestyles Excessive Sun Heat Chemicals Exposure

REGARDS

Dr Arun Desai

God Bless You 😊🙏

If you have any questions u can ask me .I will answer to the level of your satisfaction.

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So Arpit’s experiencing this itching from heat and sun exposure. In Ayurveda, such reactions often link to an imbalance, likely Pitta dosha, as it governs heat and metabolism. When Pitta becomes aggravated, often through excessive heat or light exposure, it can manifest as skin irritations or itching, just like Arpit is facing. It’s good to hear sweating and cooler environments improve his condition. It’s a classic Pitta discomfort signal.

First, to calm Pitta, he should focus on a Pitta-pacifying diet. This means embracing cooling and hydrating foods like cucumbers, watermelons, coconut water, and incorporating cooling herbs such as coriander or mint. Avoid spicy, sour, fried foods and excessively salty items, which may spike Pitta further.

Next, lifestyle adaptations: Encourage Arpit to wear loose, breathable clothing made from natural fibres like cotton, especially when he’s outdoors. These allow the skin to breathe and reduce irritation. Applying sandalwood paste or aloe vera gel on his skin can provide a soothing effect—these have natural cooling properties and are gentle on the skin.

For internal balance, have him drink some fennel seed-infused water. To make it, simply soak one teaspoon of fennel seeds in a glass of water overnight and consume first thing in the morning. This can help to detoxify and pacify Pitta gradually. Also, consider meals to be lighter during the peak heat hours, with main meals either in the early morning or evening.

Since Avyurveda looks at the root causes, incorporating a regular meditation or mindfulness routine can help balance the mind-body connection, reducing stress, which sometimes exacerbates such symptoms.

That said, it’s always advisable to follow up with your allopathic physician and collaborate. Symptems persisting this long may require a complementary approach alongside medical consultation. Keep a track of any patterns or worsening of symptoms, and ensure exposure to heat is minimized during peak hours.

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