HELLO RAJESH,
Tinea capitis îs a fungal infection of the scalp, caused by dermatophytes like Trichophyton or Microsporum species, symptoms include
-itching
-scaly patches
-hairfall/bald spots
-dandruff- like flaking or oozing
-dead skin
It often recurs if-
-fungi survive pillows, combs, towels
-oiling is done while infection is active
-immunity or gut flora is weak
AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING
scalp fungi infections are kaphaja- kasha with involvement if pitta and rakta, and bahudosha dushti. It is a type of dadru or even charmakeela when associated with hairfall
DOSHAS INVOLVED
KAPHA- moisture, fungus thrives in it.
PITTA- inflammation, redness, burning, itching
RAKTA DUSHTI - blood impurity-chronicity
MANDAGNI/ AMA- weak digestion, toxin accumulation
TREATMENT GOAL
-eradicate fungal growth
-detoxify blood and skin
-strengthen immunity and gut
-repair scalp and hair follices
-prevent recurrence
-cleanse channels, improve digestion/metabolism, and nourish tissue for permanent relief.
Many ayurvedic medicines like Arogyavardhini vati, Panchnimb churnna, Manjistha, amalaki rasayana did not respond well, we need a stronger, deeper, and perhaps more integrative approach using more potent formulations, while also shifting the focus from just skin purification to systemic detox, gut healing and immune modulation.
1) SARIVADYASAVA- 20 ml twice daily with equal water after meals
duration= 3 months
=works powerfully in kapha pitta blood disorders, skin allergies and auto immune pattern skin diseases. it helps with detoxification and pacifies chronic inflammation
2)MAHA MANNJISTHADI KASHAYA- 15 ml + equal water twice daily before meals
DURATION= 2-3 months
=much stronger than plain manjishta churna. it acts on raktavaha srotas, helps cleanse deep inflammatory toxins and support skin rejuvination.
3)HARIDRA KHANDAM- 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime
DURATION= 1-2 months
=strong immunomodulatory and blood purifier. contains turmeric, which is anti fungal ,but combined with sugar, ghee, and pippali for better digestion and systemic absorption
4)SHUDDHA TUVARAKA CAPSULE- 1 cap once daily in morning
=classical internal use for kushta . tuvaraka is extremely anti fungal used in leprosy and chronic infections
DURATION- 15 days
AUSHADI PROCESSED AYURVEDIC PROBIOTICS AND GUT REPAIR
research supports the idea that fungal infections worsens with gut dysbiosis
-KUTAJARISHTA- 20 ml + equal water twice daily
=for loose stools or gut inflammation
-TAKRA SIDDHA HAIRTAKI- 1 tsp hairtaki mixed with medicated buttermilk daily
-PANCHAMRUT PARPATI- 1 tab once daily
This systemic approach repairs digestive fire, improves gut flora , reduces systemic inflammation that supports fungal growth
ONCE INFECTION IS ACTIVELY REDUCED,
START TAKING
-CHYAWANPRASHA(sugar free)- 1 tsp daily in morning
for rebuilding skin tissue and hair
EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS
1)TUVARAKA TAILA(CHAULMOOGRA OIL)
-mix with equal coconut oil, apply 1 hour before bath on patches
=very strong anti fungal and keratolytic. traditionally used in kushta and resistant skin conditions
2)KARANJADI TAILA
-used specifically for dadru, itching, and fungal like skin conditions
apply 3 times/week
3)ELADI KERAM/ DHURDHURAPATRADI TAILA
-used for itching+scaling+discoloration
LOCAL APPLICATION- neem powder+aloe vera gel= apply twice/week
=reduces itching, kills fungus
Triphala+bakuchi paste= strong anti fungal-patch test first
ALOE VERA juice daily 15ml internal cooling, improves gut and skin
=mild detox and skin healing
DIET PLAN
-bitter vegetables- neem, Karel, methi
-bottle gourd, ridge gourd, ash gourd
-warm water with turmeric daily
-moong dal , khichdi, green leafy veggies-
-old rice, barley, millet
-cows ghee in small quantity
AVOID
-dairy+salt together
-curd, cheese, panner
-deep fired and junk food
-excess sugar, sweets
-non veg
-cold stale and fermented food
-heavy late night meals
-wheat based junks- cookies, bread with preservatives
LIFESTYLE
DO'S
-bathe with neem leaf water once or twice weekly
-change pillow cases and towels daily
-wash clothes and bedding in hot water with detail or antispetic
-get 15 mins sunlight on scalp daily
-practice deep breathing and light exercise to reduce stress
-maintain a regular sleep cycle(10pm-6am)
AVOID
-oiling when scalp is infected
sleeping with wet/oily hair
-sharing combs, hats, towels
-stying in damp environment
-wearing tight caps or synthetic head coverings for long hours
TIMELINE FOR RECOVERY
1-2 WEEK= reduced itching, mild drying of lesion
4-6 WEEK= noticeable reduction In scaling and hairfall
8-12 WEEK= reappearance of healthy scalp skin, less recurrance
3-6 WEEK = stable remission, improved immunity, new hair growth
Chronic cases often take time. the fungus is deep rooted and recurs immunity and hygiene are addressed
Avoid all corticosteroid and anti fungal creams with steroids- they give temporary relief but worsen long term
continue treatment for at least 6 months even if symptoms reduce in 1-2 months
BE CONSISTENT
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA