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What Ayurvedic remedies can I use for ringworm on my skin and mouth?
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84 days ago
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What Ayurvedic remedies can I use for ringworm on my skin and mouth? - #52647

Parthiv
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I am 43 106 weight. Complete vegetarian. Suffering fromring warm for last 2 to three years. Please suggest ayurvedic remedies for oral and external use

How long have you been experiencing ringworm symptoms?:

- More than 1 year

How would you describe the severity of your ringworm symptoms?:

- Severe — painful and inflamed

Have you noticed any specific triggers that worsen your ringworm?:

- No clear triggers

Where on your body do you have ringworm?:

- Multiple areas

Have you tried any treatments for ringworm before?:

- Prescribed medication

How is your overall digestive health?:

- Good — regular and comfortable

Are you experiencing any other symptoms along with ringworm?:

- No other symptoms
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Dont worry Take Arogya vardini vati 1tab 2times after food Pancha tiktha ghrita Guggulu 1tab 2times after food Gandhak rasayana 1tab 2times after food Vibha ointment Externally apply Avoid oily spicy food meat alcohol smoking Take easily digested food and fiber Take 30days and follow up

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Parthiv Pathak
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84 days ago

many thanks sir

Hi! I’m an assistant to the Ask Ayurveda doctors. I’ve carefully reviewed your question.

I will explain your symptoms through the Ayurvedic perspective so you understand what is happening in your body as a whole.

Ringworm, or ‘Dadru’ in Ayurveda, is often linked to an imbalance in the Pitta and Kapha doshas. Pitta, with its qualities of heat and inflammation, can cause the redness and irritation you experience. Kapha, with its moist and heavy qualities, may contribute to the persistent nature of the infection, as it creates a conducive environment for fungal growth.

The fact that you’ve been experiencing this condition for 2 to 3 years indicates a chronic imbalance. This could be due to accumulated ‘Ama’ (toxins) in your body, often linked to weak digestion. Since you are a complete vegetarian, it’s crucial to ensure your diet is not overly heavy or oily, which can aggravate Kapha.

Ayurveda views this as a systemic imbalance, not just a skin issue. Digestive health, stress levels, and lifestyle play significant roles in managing such conditions.

To give doctors a precise and effective treatment plan, your answers to the questions below are essential. Without this information, the recommendations will be more general and less accurate.

Please answer each question as clearly as possible.

1. How would you describe the severity of your ringworm symptoms? Are they mild with occasional itching or severe with inflammation? 2. Have you noticed any specific triggers that worsen your ringworm, such as humidity, certain foods, or stress? 3. Where exactly on your body do you have ringworm? Is it limited to the skin, scalp, or mouth, or is it present in multiple areas? 4. Have you tried any treatments for ringworm before, such as over-the-counter creams or prescribed medication? If so, what was the outcome? 5. How is your overall digestive health? Do you experience symptoms like bloating, gas, or frequent indigestion? 6. Are you experiencing any other symptoms along with ringworm, such as fatigue, skin rashes, or fever?

Your detailed responses will help in tailoring a more specific Ayurvedic approach for your condition.

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Parthiv Pathak
Client
84 days ago

1. Severe with inflammation. 2. Humidity. 3. Only on buttocks. 4. Prescribed medication. 5. It is good. No indigestion but regular bloating. 6. No. not yet.

Hello For this fungal infection please start with Mahatiktaka kashayam tab 1-0-1 before food Mahamanjishtadi kwatham 20 ml twice a day after food Kaishora Guggulu Tab 2 bd after food Avoid oily , spicy and sour food articles Take more of fibre rich food and simple food like rice gruel , kichidi, etc for atleast 10 days After that come and meet us Thank you

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Hi You can take Gandhak rasayan 2 bd Khadirarishta-15 ml -bd Application of neem oil Avoid wetting of area …keep it dry Avoid spicy food Take for 15 days and then follow up

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Namaste, Since you have ringworm for 2–3 years and it is recurring and widespread, this indicates a chronic fungal infection with internal imbalance (mainly pitta + kapha). In such cases, only external creams are not enough—you need both internal purification and local treatment together. First important point: fungal infections tend to come back if moisture, sweat, and diet are not controlled properly. Daily care: Keep affected areas clean and completely dry Avoid tight clothes and synthetic fabrics; prefer loose cotton Change undergarments daily and avoid sweating accumulation Do not scratch, as it spreads infection Diet plays a major role: Strictly avoid sugar, bakery items, curd, fermented foods, and excess oily/spicy food Keep diet simple—vegetables, roti, dal, bitter foods like neem, karela Warm water through the day helps Simple home application: Neem leaves paste or neem water wash daily You can apply a mix of turmeric + coconut oil on affected areas (mild antifungal support) Ayurvedic medicines with dose and timing: Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet twice daily after food Gandhak Rasayan – 1 tablet twice daily Mahamanjisthadi Kwath – 15 ml with equal water, twice daily Neem Churna – 1/2 teaspoon once daily with warm water For external use: Nimbadi Taila or any neem-based oil – apply 1–2 times daily These help in reducing infection, purifying blood, and preventing recurrence. You may start seeing reduction in itching and spread within 2–3 weeks, but complete control in chronic cases usually takes 6–8 weeks or more, with strict diet and hygiene. Important: If lesions are very active, spreading fast, or involve sensitive areas (like face/genitals), continue antifungal treatment from your doctor along with this support Do not stop treatment early, as fungal infections tend to relapse Consistency in diet and hygiene is the key to permanent relief 👍

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✓Medicines Internal Gandhak Rasayan – 250 mg twice daily after food with water Kaishore Guggulu – 2 tablets twice daily after food Haridrakhand – 5 gm at night with warm water ✓External (Daily) Neem oil + Coconut oil (1:3 ratio) – apply thinly on affected areas 2 times daily after washing with lukewarm water Alternate nights: Jatyadi Ghrita – apply generously on inflamed/painful patches ✓Diet Warm & light: moong khichdi + ½–1 tsp ghee, boiled lauki/pumpkin/bitter gourd, pomegranate, thin buttermilk + roasted jeera Avoid completely: spicy/sour, fermented, dairy at night (except ghee), jaggery, fried, seafood Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Condition you provided in details about your situation from 2-3 years is pointing towards the imbalance of Pitta and kapha so here we will focus on blood purification and the fungal ancient and soothing the inflammation 1) Mahathikthakam Kwath- 15 ml mixed with 45 ml lukewarm water twice daily 30 minutes before food 2) Winsoria Tablet- 2 tablets twice daily after food 3) Avipathi Churnam- 1 teaspoon with warm water at bed time 2-3 times at week 4) Winsoria Oil- Apply liberally on affected skin apply twice daily after washing and drying the area 5) Khadiradi Vati- 1 tablet (to be sucked/kept in mouth) 3 to 4 times a day Include Karela Lauki Turai and moong dal in your diet use turmeric Neem leaves and Jeera in cooking avoid curd fermented food like pickles Idli Dosa high salt high Spice Avoid consuming milk with salt or fish avoid refined sugar and heavy deserts Use a separate towel and soap ensure clothes are words in hot water and dried in Sun directly where loose cloth do not suppress the urge of urination Practice daily 10 minutes Pranayam

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Hello, You’re describing a chronic fungal infection- what modern medicine calls Tinea ringworm. In Ayurevda this closely resembles Dadru kushtha, a type of skin disorder caused mainly by imbalance of pitta + kapha dosha, along with toxin accumulation in the blood Since your condition is long standing and severe, the approach must be systemic (internal) + local (external ) + lifestyle correction Ayurvedic view -Causes = kapha (moisture, fungal growth) + pitta (inflammation, redness) -Chronicity= indicates rakta dushti (impure blood) and deeper tissue involvement -Multiple areas + recurrence-> immunity+skin metabolism needs correction Treatment goals -kill fungal growth -purify blood -reduce itching/inflammation -prevent recurrence by improving immunity Internal medications 1) Blood purification and skin detox -Mahamanjisthadi kashaya= 15ml with warm water twice daily before meals for 3 months =strong blood purificatory, reduces chronic skin infections -Khadirarishta= 20ml with equal water after meals for 3 months =excellent for ringworm , itching and discoloration 2) Antifungal and Immunity support -Gandhak rasayaa= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 2 months =classical antimicrobial + skin rejuvenator -Arogyavardhini vati= 1 tab twice daily after meals =improves liver -> clears toxins -> prevents recurrence 3) If oral lesions (mouth involvement) -Triphala churna= 1/2 tsp with warm water at night =mild detox + antimicrobial -Gandusha (oil pulling) with coconut oil daily morning External treatment -Karanja taila= best for fungal apply twice daily on lesions Herbal paste= neem leaves + turmeric + tulsi Apply 20-30 mins daily-> wash with lukewarm water Dusting (important for moisture control) -use neem powder lightly on area -keep area dry at all times Lifestyle changes Hygiene -keep skin dry, especially folds -change clothes daily -avoid tight/synthetic clothing -do not share towels Yoga and Pranayam -Kapalbhati= improves metabolism -Anulom Vilom= balances doshas -Surya namaskar= improves circulation Diet -neem juice weekly twice -bitterfoods= karela, methi -turmeric milk -warm water throughout day Avoidd -curd especially at night -sugar, sweets -fried, oily foods -fermented foods- idli, dosha in excess -excess dairy Simple home remedies -Turmeric + coconut oil paste-> apply daily -Apple cider vinegar (diluted)-> antifungal effect -garlic paste mild use -> natural anti fungal Expected recovery time -visible relief= 2-4 weeks -fuull control (chronic case)= 2-3 months -maintenance needed to prevent recurrence Important -Avoid steroid creams (common cause of chronic ringworm) -continue treatment even after symptoms reduce -oral involvement needs strict hygiene + internal detox Your case is chronic but very treatable with disciplined Ayurvedic care, focus on -blood purification + antifungal medication -strict diet control -dryness + hygiene Do follow Hope this might be helpful Thank you

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