Ask Ayurveda

FREE! Ask Ayurvedic Doctors 24/7

Get expert answers from certified doctors anytime

Fast responses
1000+ verified doctors
/
/
/
I'm suffering from alopecia areata
Skin and Hair Disorders
Consultation #20402
1 year ago
11,338

I'm suffering from alopecia areata - #20402

Kulsum
$1.17

My nails are developing dents and pits depressions). They make my nails feel coarse.I am also experiencing thinning of hair and severe hair loss when I shampoo my hair. I also feel itchness on the front part of my head immediately after the hairline where the hair loss is

Age: 35
Chronic illnesses: teralink2020@gmail.com
Consultation is closed

Doctors' responses

Dr. M.Sushma
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Your symptoms are suggestive of nutritional deficiencies CBC,serum iron vit D , thyroid profile, blood sugars have you done these tests recently??

4952 answered questions
37% best answers
Accepted response

0 replies
Dr. Vineet Tiwari
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Take care of your diet avoid processed food dairy products sugar meda starch oil nonveg food dairy products Take fruits vegetables and salads lemon juice regularly Mahamajishtadi kwath Arogyawardhini wati Panchtikt ghrit gugulu Neem tab Alovera lotion for local aplication

503 answered questions
18% best answers

0 replies
Dr. Narendrakumar V Mishra
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise and meditation. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Cap.Cutis 2-0-2 Cap.Trich up 2-0-2

13389 answered questions
39% best answers

0 replies
Dr.
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Hair fall happens due to nutritional deficiencies, stress, malabsorption , untime food intake, excessive intake of Suhar, maida , fried food , lack of exercise etc.

It’s advisable to get a blood check-up and thyroid profile done.

Simple Steps to Follow (Consistency is the Key factor)

Balanced Nutrition – Ensure adequate protein, iron, and vitamins in your diet.

Hydration – Drink plenty of water

Amla (Indian Gooseberry) – Eat 1 fresh amla daily or drink amla juice to boost collagen and strengthen hair.

Methi (Fenugreek) Seeds – Soak 1 tsp methi seeds overnight, chew them in the morning, or drink methi water to improve hair strength.

Soaked Nuts & Seeds – Eat soaked almonds, walnuts, flaxseeds, and pumpkin seeds daily for omega-3 fatty acids and biotin.

Aloe Vera Juice – Drink 20-30 ml of fresh aloe vera juice on an empty stomach to reduce inflammation and improve scalp health.

Curry Leaves – Chew 5-7 curry leaves daily to nourish hair follicles

Sesame & Black Seeds – Take 1 tsp sesame seeds or black seeds daily for essential minerals like zinc and magnesium.

Moringa Leaves – Drink moringa leaf tea or powder with warm water for iron and vitamin A, essential for hair growth.

Bhringraj Powder or Juice – Consume 1 tsp bhringraj powder with warm water daily to strengthen hair . Do regular Yoga, Pranayama and other physical activities

Triphala Powder – Take 1 tsp triphala powder at night with warm water for better digestion and detoxification, preventing hair fall. Completely avoide Non-veg, Spicy,oily, Sugary and maida products

Externally Oil Massage – Massage your scalp with coconut oil, castor oil, or Yasthi madhu thaila to improve blood circulation and strengthen roots.

Aloe Vera Gel – Apply fresh aloe vera gel to your scalp, leave it for 30 minutes, then rinse. It helps in reducing dandruff and soothing the scalp.

Fenugreek (Methi) Seeds – Soak 2 tbsp methi seeds overnight, grind them into a paste, apply to the scalp, leave for 30 minutes, then rinse. It strengthens hair follicles.

Amla (Indian Gooseberry) – Mix amla powder with coconut oil, apply to the scalp, and wash after an hour. Amla is rich in vitamin C and promotes hair growth.

Hibiscus Flower – Blend hibiscus flowers with coconut oil to make a hair mask. It nourishes the scalp and reduces hair fall.

Neem Leaves – Boil neem leaves, cool the water, and use it to rinse your hair. It helps with scalp infections and dandruff.

Contact us for customised diet chart and medications Medicine 1 Tab Saptamrutha Loha 2-0-2 afterfood 2 Bhrungarajasava 15-0-15ml with equal amount warm water

81 answered questions
5% best answers

0 replies
Dr. Kirankumari Rathod
Doctor of Medicine in Ayurveda
1 year ago
5

Avoid spicy food, fermented foods, maida, fried food, bekary food, potato, Take soaked grapes daily Take swamala compound 1 tsp with hot milk daily Massage your head with keshyam taila on alternate days and do head bath

434 answered questions
9% best answers

0 replies
Dr. Surya Bhagwati
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Take amla juice + aloevera Juice 10ml. both with water before food apply brahmi hair oil twice at night , keep it overnight and wash next day. Take seame seeds 1tsp daily in your diet include milk and milk products in your diet have vegetable juice 1 glass everyday ofany one of these vegetables : doodhi/ beetroot/ cucumber/ tomatoes/ carrots.

13659 answered questions
30% best answers

0 replies
Dr. Sara Garg
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Alopecia areata, characterized by hair thinning and potential nail changes, can indeed be distressing. In Ayurveda, this condition is often linked to an imbalance in the doshas, primarily Vata and Pitta. These imbalances affect the body’s tissues (or dhatus), particularly the hair and nails. Here’s a holistic approach to managing these concerns:

Begin with your diet — it’s key in Ayurveda. Incorporate nourishing foods like ghee, almonds, and sesame seeds to promote healthy hair and nails. If you’re experiencing increased Pitta, try to reduce spicy, fried or excessively sour foods which may aggravate this dosha. Favor cooling, soothing foods like cucumber, zucchini, and leafy greens. Ensure your meals are regular and not overly cold or dry, which could aggravate Vata.

Herbal remedies can be helpful. Bhringraj and Amla are renowned in Ayurveda for promoting hair health. You could either consume Amla juice daily in the morning or massaging bhringraj oil into the scalp gently, focusing on the hairline area where you experience itchiness. This not only nourishes the scalp but provides a calming effect, which can aid in hair retention.

For nail health, consider massages with coconut oil or castor oil, which might help in reducing the coarseness and nourish the nails deeply.

Stress and anxiety often play a role in hair loss. Daily practices such as meditation or gentle yoga, particularly poses that increase circulation to the scalp like downward facing dog, can be beneficial. Aim for a consistent routine, as regularity pacifies aggravated Vata.

Avoid using harsh chemicals on your hair such as colorants or heat treatments, which can add to thinning. Opt for natural products and wash your hair gently without aggressive scrubbing.

If you notice the condition worsening, or additional symptoms like skin lesions, it might be helpful to consult a local healthcare provider, or an Ayurvedic practitioner to provide a tailored evaluation based on your specific constitution.

13290 answered questions
28% best answers

0 replies

The treatment course was sent to the patient's private messages.


Is dandruff fungal or bacterial?
What Is The Best Medicine For Fungal Infection?
How Do You Get Rid Of Dandruff?
How to treat hair loss in a 17-year-old with a receding hairline?
teenage hair thinning
How To Stop Vitiligo From Spreading Naturally?
What is the best tonic or medicine for recurring skin infections and rashes?
How to treat hair fall and skin issues with mild PCOD in an 18-year-old?
How to reduce hair fall and treat itchy scalp with split ends and rough hair?
What Not To Do With Seborrheic Dermatitis On The Scalp?
What Can Clear Psoriasis Fast?
What Are The Five Most Common Skin Problems For Children?
What foods make hirsutism worse?
What Is a Stage 3 Fungal Infection?
How to stop hair fall in a 19-year-old despite using Bhringraj oil and baby shampoo?
How to treat hair loss and restore thickness and color at home?
What Causes Scalp Odor and Hair Loss? Find Solutions Here
What is causing discoloration and itching on my palms and feet?
How to treat psoriasis that I've had for 15 years while using Neemol and other remedies?
What to do if my hair turns white after using indigo dye following mehndi?
What autoimmune disease causes itchy scalp?
Can I regrow lost hair naturally?
What Are The Three Common Types Of Discoloration?
How to treat darkening skin after stopping mela care use?
What Is the 3 Minute Rule for Eczema?
What Do Thyroid Rashes Look Like?
How to treat hair fall on the right side for a 17-year-old with pitta body type using Amla and other herbs?
Does Hydrogen Peroxide Get Rid Of Nail Fungus?
How to treat post-inflammatory pigmentation and dull oily skin with occasional pimples in men?
What is Sesa oil and does it help in hair growth without any side effects?
Why Is My Hair Thinning?
Can You 100% Remove Acne Scars?
What to do for skin itching, acidity, weight gain, face pigmentation, and breathing issues?
What Is The Best Remedy For Falling Hair?
Can hair loss due to dandruff grow back?
How to prevent premature greying of hair at 30 years old?
premature greying of hair
How to use Sesa oil for hair growth and how long does it take to see results?
recent greying of hair
How long does topical steroid stay in your system?
Can Perioral Dermatitis Go By Itself?
How To Clear Rosacea Fast?
What is the treatment for frequent pimples on my chin and forehead?
How Can I Stop My Hair From Falling?
fungal skin infection that keeps coming back
acne from hormonal imbalance
What Is The Root Cause Of Spider Veins?
Can A Lost Hair Grow Back?
What Is The Most Effective Acne Treatment?
How Do I Hydrate My Scalp?
How To Stop Hair Falling Out?
What is the best treatment for dry skin and itching in the lower abdomen and thighs lasting for 1 year?
How to treat seborrheic dermatitis with dry flaky dandruff and redness on scalp and face?
severe facial acne
How Do You Know If Your Acne Is Hormonal Imbalance?
Can I give my 2-year-old son goat milk instead of cow milk for his vitiligo?
dandruff and hair thinning
Is Jock Itch a STD or STI?
What Is The Fastest Way To Cure Pigmentation?
What Causes Morphea to Flare Up?
ticklish skin on thighs
What diet and herbs can help my 86-year-old father with recurrent parapsoriasis?
How Do I Stop My Hair Falling?
How to treat acne scars and dark skin on my face at 35 with Ayurvedic remedies?
thin hair and hair loss
What To Do If You Have Psoriasis?
What Is The Big 3 Hair Loss Treatment?
What Could Be Mistaken For Ringworm?
What is the best oil and shampoo for dry, curly hair to prevent hair loss from salt water?
sudden hair fall in women
How Do I Stop My Hair Falling?
How to get rid of redness in my skin and improve circulation to stop spider veins around my eyes?
What Is the 3 Minute Rule for Eczema?
Is Lomasathana Thailam safe for skin and does it contain cancer-causing agents?
How Do I Stop My Hair Fall and Dandruff?
How to treat dark skin after using steroid cream for a year?
How Do I Stop My Hair Falling?
How Do I Get Rid of Eczema on My Knee?
Why Am I Losing 1000 Hairs A Day?
What deficiency causes white patches on the skin?
How to reduce chin hair growth and get rid of dark patches after shaving?
Can warts go away on their own?
What vitamin am I lacking if my hair is falling out?
Why Is My Hair Falling Out As A Teenager?
Does postpartum hairfall grow back?
What to do for hair thinning and lack of growth at age 35 after using Vedix oil for 3 months?
How to treat hair loss and dull skin with acne on my face?
How to treat a receding hairline after 8 years of trying products with no results?
What Kind Of Infection Can Cause Internal Heat?
How Do You Stop a Fungal Infection From Itching?
What causes sudden painful acne eruptions on my head and face?
What to do for darkening skin and visible veins after stopping Melacare cream?
How to treat acne scars and dark lips with Ayurveda for oily skin at 35 years old?
hair loss and sinusitis
What causes my skin to tear easily as I age and how to treat it?
What Are The First Signs Of A Fungal Infection?
How to treat post-inflammatory pigmentation and dull oily skin with occasional pimples in men?
What Is a Stage 3 Fungal Infection?
Why Is My Hair Thinning?
What Are 5 Superfoods For Glowing Skin?

Latest reviews

Client_ecfa68
10 days ago
Bahut hi knowledgeable doctor, gastric problem ka permanent solution mila.
Bahut hi knowledgeable doctor, gastric problem ka permanent solution mila.
Avery
16 days ago
This answer was super helpful and put my mind at ease. Appreciated the detailed and practical advice on what to actually try. Feeling more informed! Thumbs up!
This answer was super helpful and put my mind at ease. Appreciated the detailed and practical advice on what to actually try. Feeling more informed! Thumbs up!
Client_0a5cw8
17 days ago
very good, informative, detailed explanation and support is amazing. thanks.
very good, informative, detailed explanation and support is amazing. thanks.
Client_0a5cw8
17 days ago
informative, clear and intelligent. one of the best in ask ayurveda. thank you for all the help.
informative, clear and intelligent. one of the best in ask ayurveda. thank you for all the help.