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Can Ayurveda Help Cure My Son's Eczema?
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Can Ayurveda Help Cure My Son's Eczema? - #44986

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My 16 year old son having eczema on his hand between the elbow and shoulder. Can Ayurveda help cure eczema.

How long has your son been experiencing eczema symptoms?:

- 1-6 months

What triggers the eczema flare-ups?:

- No specific triggers

How would you describe the severity of the eczema?:

- Moderate, frequent itching
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He can start on Kayakalpa vati 1-0-1 Kaishore guggulu 1-0-1 Neem capsule 1-0-1 Mahamanjistadi aristha 10-0-10 ml with water Kayakalpa taila ext appn Avoid spicy sour fermented foods

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Start with Aarogyavardhini 1-0-1 after food with water Kishore guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Mahamanjistadi kadha 15 ml twice daily after food with water Apply Karanj oil on affected area twice daily Kayakalp vati 1-0-1 after food with water.

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Yes Ayurveda can cure Eczema. Follow these advice

Medicines 1 Mahamanjisthadi Kashayam: 15ml mixed with 45ml warm water, twice daily before food. 2 Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu: 2 tablets twice daily with warm water. 3 Khadirarishta: 20ml mixed with 20ml water, twice daily after food. 4 Gandhak Rasayan: 1 tablet twice daily after food.

External Therapy Local Application: Apply Nalpamaradi Thailam gently on the affected area 30 minutes before bathing. Wash: Wash the area with a decoction of Neem leaves or use a mild herbal soap free from harsh chemicals.

Dietary Advice Exclusions: Strictly avoid curd (yogurt), pickles, tamarind, cheese, paneer, and fermented foods (bread, pizza, idli). Junk Food: Avoid packaged chips, chocolates, and carbonated soft drinks as they aggravate skin inflammation. Inclusions: Include bitter vegetables like Bitter Gourd and Turmeric in the diet.

Lifestyle Advice Clothing: Wear only loose cotton sleeves to prevent friction and sweating on the affected area. Hygiene: Keep the nails short to prevent injury from scratching.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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💯 cure

Take Arogya vardini vati 1tab bd, Pancha tiktha ghrita Guggulu 1tab bd, gandhka rasayana 1tab bd, mahamanjsiadhi gana vati 1tab bd, vibha ointment Externally apply u ll get results

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Hello, I​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ can totally relate to your situation. Eczema in a teenager especially a 16-year-old can be quite a headache for the child as well as the parents.

Don’t worry though — we are here to help you out 😊

Eczema that has been going on for 1–6 months usually shows a drastic improvement after Ayurvedic treatment, particularly at this age when the body’s healing power is still very potent.

✅ AYURVEDIC TREATMENT PLAN FOR YOUR SON

✅INTERNAL MEDICATION They are gentle, non-hormonal, and safe.

1 Guduchi (Giloy) Tablets – 1 tablet twice daily after mealsReduces inflammation + immunity + skin healing.

2 Manjisthadi ks tab 2-0-2 twice daily Highly pure blood purifier, great for skin diseases/eczema.

3 Arogyavardhini Vati 1 tablet at nightHelps clear Ama (toxins) and supports skin metabolism.

✅ EXTERNAL TREATMENT (Very important for relief)

1.Coconut oil + Camphor (home remedy)

Mix 100 ml of coconut oil with a small pinch of edible camphor. Apply twice daily on the eczema area.This helps to alleviate redness + itching very quickly.

2 Nalpamaradi Taila Apply once daily at night and rinse off after 30–45 min.

✅ HOME REMEDIES Very safe and extremely effective:

👉 Neem water wash Neem leaves boiled → cooled → wash the infected area daily.

👉 Fresh aloe vera gel Apply it at night for a soothing effect.

👉 Turmeric + coconut oil paste Use it twice a week to alleviate the inflammatory process.

👉 Initiate ghee 1 tsp daily Works from the inside by relieving dryness and strengthening skin immunity.

✅ DIET & LIFESTYLE (just as necessary)

✔️Includel Fresh cooked meals Turmeric milk Ghee (very healing) Let green vegetables be your friends Fruits: papaya, pomegranate, apple Moong dal khichdi (kills the fire of inflammation)

❌ Avoid (must for eczema)

Sour foods: curd, pickles, tomatoes Oily, fried food Packaged snacks Excess sugar Milk + fish together Too much heat and sweating

Most teens with such a condition of a duration of only 1–6 months, get better within 4–8 weeks when treated properly with Ayurveda

Warm regards, Dr Snehal ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌Vidhate

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Hello At this age, eczema usually develops when there is increase in heat and dryness in the body, which makes skin more sensitive Even without clear triggers, the skin becomes more reactive and mild inflammation keeps recurring The positive side is that eczema of a few months duration response very well to Ayurveda, and with the right routine, we can reduce eating and help the patches steadily Aa apply coconut oil at night Ensure that he is well hydrated Medicine he can take Guduchi tab one tablet twice daily after food with warm water Manjistha capsule one capsule twice daily after food with warm water Haridra khanda 1/4 th teaspoon after food with warm water

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HELLO !

Eczema happens when your child’s skin becomes very dry from the inside and the immune system becomes oversensitive. That’s why even small temperature changes or dust can make his skin itchy, red, or flaky. At 16, hormones also play a role and make the skin more reactive.

Ayurveda explains this as a Vata + Pitta imbalance, dryness plus heat trapped under the skin. So creams alone don’t help much; we need to cool the system from inside, reduce inflammation, and moisturise the skin deeply. The good news is: eczema in teenagers responds very well to Ayurveda when internal medicines + the right external care are used together.

Your son’s eczema is moderate, not severe, which means it is very treatable with a proper routine.

🌿 Ayurvedic Internal Medicines

(Start with Amapachana, then continue )

1. Ama Pachana (first 7 days) Amapachana Vati – 2 tablets twice daily after food for 7 days 2. Internal Medicines (for 6–8 weeks) Guduchi Ghan Vati – 1 tablet twice daily Manjishta Ghan Vati – 1 tablet twice daily Amla Capsule – 1 capsule once daily Saraswata Churna – 1 teaspoon at night with warm water

🧴 External Treatment :

Apply Nimbadi Taila on affected area twice daily For dryness: After 20 minutes, apply pure coconut oil on top Bath: Use mild lukewarm water (not hot) Avoid: Soaps with fragrance, body scrubs, or hot showers

🍎 Diet Recommendations: Increase: ✔ Fresh fruits (apple, papaya, pomegranate) ✔ Ghee 1 teaspoon daily ✔ Warm home-cooked meals ✔ Coconut water 3–4 times a week

Avoid: ❌ Sour foods (pickles, curd at night, tomatoes in excess) ❌ Spicy, deep-fried food ❌ Chips, biscuits, packaged snacks ❌ Cold water, ice creams (increase itching)

🩺 Investigations (only if eczema keeps coming back) Vitamin D Vitamin B12 IgE levels Thyroid profile Sometimes deficiencies or allergies worsen eczema.

🚫 Do’s & Don’ts Do: Keep skin moisturized 3–4 times/day Use cotton clothes Keep nails short to avoid scratching injuries

Don’t: Use hot water Apply steroid creams for long time without doctor advice Overeat sour/spicy food

💛 Your son’s eczema can absolutely improve with this combination of internal medicines and gentle external care. Teenage eczema responds very well when dryness and inflammation are treated together. With consistent treatment for a few weeks, you will see reduced itching, smoother skin, and fewer flare-ups. I’m here anytime you need guidance for his recovery.

Warm regards, Dr. Karthika

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Yes ayurveda as provided a complete treatment for eczema and dermatitis:-

Divya PSOROGHRIT TAB DIVYA DERMAGHRIT TAB=1-1 TAB BEFORE MEAL TWICE DAILY

PANCHTIKT GHRIT GUGULU KAISHORE GUGULU AROGYAWARDNI VATI=1-1-1 TAB AFTER MEAL THRICE DAILY…

KAYAKALP OIL ADVANCE= FOR LOCAL APPLICATION

CONSUME ATLEAST 3 LITRES WATER PER DAY

AVOID SWEETS/OILY/SPICY/JUNK FOOD

DO REGULAR EXERCISE AND YOGA

REGARDS

DR ATUL PAINULI

PATANJALI YOGPEETH

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Ayurveda can indeed offer approaches to managing and potentially alleviating eczema, focusing on balancing the body’s doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—and improving agni (digestive fire). In Ayurvedic view, eczema is often a result of Pitta imbalance, affecting the blood (Rakta) and skin (Twak).

Dietary adjustments play a crucial role. Encourage your son to consume Pitta-pacifying foods that are cooling, light, and less spicy. Incorporate foods like cucumbers, zucchini, sweet fruits, and green leafy vegetables. It’s essential to avoid hot, spicy, and oily foods, as well as processed sugars, which can aggravate Pitta.

Hydrating well is key, so he should drink plenty of water throughout the day. Coconut water can be particularly beneficial and soothing. Herbal teas with cooling properties, such as chamomile or licorice, might help maintain digestive balance.

Topically, applying a paste of sandalwood powder and rose water on the affected area can provide relief from itching and irritation. Aloe vera gel, known for its anti-inflammatory properties, could also be applied regularly. It’s best to use fresh aloe vera to ensure potency.

Begin by incorporating self-care routines that promote overall skin health. Neem oil, renowned for its antimicrobial properties, could be used to gently massage the affected areas. However, do a patch test to ensure there’s no adverse reaction.

Practices like meditation and yoga can help manage stress, which may exacerbate eczema. Activities that help calm the mind might indirectly support physical healing by reducing stress-induced skin reactions.

Remember, every individual is uniquie and Ayurveda emphasizes personalized treatment. It would be ideal to consult an Ayurvedic practitioner for a tailored approach, considering your son’s specific prakriti and lifestyle. If the eczema is severe or persistent, seeking medical advice is important to rule out other underlying conditions and to prevent complications.

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HELLO,

Eczema- is called vicharchika in Ayurveda It’s a type of kushta (skin disorder) that mainly involves vata and Kapha doshas, sometimes also pitta when there’s redness, burning, or oozing

AYURVEDIC VIEW -VATA DOSHA causes dryness, scaling, roughness, and cracks -KAPHA DOSHA causes thickening, itching, and stickiness -PITTA DOSHA causes redness , burning, and oozing

When these doshas get disturbed by wrong diet, stress, lack of sleep, or poor digestion, they mix with the blood and settle in the skin That leads to the symptoms your grandson experiences - dry, itching, inflamed patches on arms, neck and back

TREATMENT GOALS -remove toxins from the body -purify blood -balance the doshas -heal the skin and strengthen immunity -improve digestion and metabolism

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) KHADIRARISHTA= 20 ml twice daily after meals with warm water =excellent blood purifier, reduces itching and rashes

2) MANJISTHADI KAHSAYA= 20 ml twice daily before meals with warm water =detoxifies skin and improves complexion

3) GANDHAK RASAYANA= 1 tab twice daily after meals =acts as Rasayana,a boosts immunity, prevents infection

4) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals = regulates liver and digestion, essential skin health

5) SARIVADI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals =cooling and soothing balances pitta and rakta

6) SOOTSEKHAR RAS (if dryness is severe)= 1 tab twice daily with ghee after meals =reduces vata, calm itching, and improves digestion

DURATION= 8-12 weeks

EXTERNAL TREATMENT

CLEANSING -use lukewarm water infused with Neem leaves or triphala powder = cleanses, prevents infection, and reduces itching

TOPICAL APPLICATIONS -Coconut oil + few drops of neem oil= apply gently twice daily- soothes dryness, antibacterial

-JATYADI TAILA= apply on sores on cracks- speeds wound healing, reduces infection

-KAILAS JEEVAN OR ALOE VERA GEL=for mild itching or redness- cooling and mositurizing

-KUMKUMADI TAILA (night)= if skin becomes too dark or patchy= improves texture and tone

Avoid steroid creams or perfumed lotions, as they can worsen dryness over time

DIET AND LIFESTYLE -warm, freshly cooked food with a little ghee -green leafy vegetables boiled/spiced lightly -fruits=pomegranate, apple, papaya, amla -whole grains= rice, wheat, millets -herbal teas with tulsi, guduchi , or licorice -adequate water intake warm water preferred

AVOID -curd, cheese, panner, and other dairy especially at night -fried, oily, and spicy foods -sour foods- vinegar, pickles, citrus in excess -junk foods, bakery items, soft drinks -late night sleep ,irregular eating -excessive stress or overthinknig increases vata

YOGA ASANAS -bhujangasana= improves blood flow to skin -ardha matysnedrasana= enhances digestion -tadasana and vrikshasana= stabilises vata -pawanmuktasana= relieves bloating, aids detox

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances all doshas -Bhramari= calms the mind and reduces itching related to stress -Sheetali/sheetkari= cooling, helps pitta related burning or redness

HOME REMEDIES -Neem and turmeric paste- apply on itchy areas 1-2 times/week -anti septic, anti inflamatory -Coconut water with camphor tiny pinch- for night application- relieves itching and dryness -Aloe vera pulp + sandalwood powder - apply as a mask- cools and soothes skin -Drink turmeric. milk 1/4 tsp turmeric in warm milk nightly- supports internal cleansing -Bath with oatmeal or green gram powder- natural cleanser for sensitive skin

Eczema is a chronic but reversible condition. Ayurveda treats is holistically- by cleansing toxins, nourishing skin and restoring internal harmony The key lies in -consistency with herbal medicines -proper diet and regular lifestyle -avoiding known triggers -keeping a cam, stress free mind

Once the doshas are balanced and digestion is strong, skin regains its natural softness and glow- with fewer flare ups

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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