Vitiligo - #20500

Hello Amjad, It’s great to hear that you’ve already experienced a 30% recovery—that’s a very encouraging sign. I would strongly suggest continuing your current treatment. For supportive Ayurvedic care, you may consider the following:

Bakuchi oil – Apply locally to the affected area. Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet twice a day (only for 15 days). Mahamanjishtarishta – 20 ml with an equal amount of water after meals.

Additionally, you may plan for Virechana Chikitsa (therapeutic purgation) by visiting a nearby Panchakarma center. This procedure can help detoxify the system and support skin and liver health.

With consistent treatment and proper care, Ayurveda can effectively manage your condition.

Wishing you continued healing and good health

Baakuchi powder mix with jaatyadi oil and local aplication Baakuchi tab Shootshekhar ras Mahamajishtadi kwath Avippatikar powder

Vitiligo is difficult to get cured. But with medication it can be decreased. Mahamanjistadi kasayam 20ml two times a day before meals Kadira arista 20ml two times a day after meals

Dealing with vitiligo can be challenging, and integrating Ayurveda into your current treatment plan might offer additional support. It’s important, though, to continue with your dermatologist’s advice. Now, in Ayurveda, vitiligo is often viewed through the lens of dosha imbalances, particularly disruptions in Pitta and Kapha doshas affecting the skin. Let’s explore some actionable steps you could consider incorporating alongside your regular care.

Firstly, diet plays a crucial role. Ayurveda suggests consuming foods that balance Pitta and Kapha, like bitter and astringent tastes. Include green leafy vegetables, fresh fruits like pomegranates and apples, and grains like barley and quinoa. Avoid sour, salty, and spicy foods as much as possible, along with processed foods or fast foods, which may exacerbate imbalances.

In terms of lifestyle, maintaining a regular, stress-free routine is essential. Try to incorporate daily meditation or gentle yoga. Both can help in balancing your doshas and promoting mental peace. Conversations with loved ones and engaging in activities that bring joy could reduce stress, benefiting the conditions around vitiligo indirectly.

Therapeutically, application of certain herbal pastes may support your skin health. A paste made of turmeric mixed with mustard oil might be beneficial. Apply it gently to the affected areas once or twice daily. Turmeric, in particular, is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Furthermore, Ayurvedic herbs like Bakuchi (Psoralea corylifolia) are often recommended for vitiligo. But these should be used cautiously and ideally under the guidance of an Ayurvedic practitioner because they can have strong effects.

Sunbathing in the early morning, around sunrise for about 10-15 minutes, could also be helpful. Sunlight can stimulate melanin production in the skin, but do be cautious about overexposure.

Remember, these suggestions aim to support your current medical treatment, not replace it. It’s important to have an open dialogue with your healthcare provider about integrating these practices, ensuring they’re suitable for your specific condition, and personal health situation.