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Itching and rashes on the back and neck
Skin and Hair Disorders
Question #24794
287 days ago
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Itching and rashes on the back and neck - #24794

Anand Agarwal
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My child she is 10 years old. Her back is dark coloured and feels rough due to rashes. She keeps on scratching her body due to itching. We tried allopathic medicine. The problem subsides but it surfaces again. My wife also faced the same problem

Age: 45
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Hi Anand this can be some fungal infection mostly since your wife had also the same conditions. When was the last time child was dewormed?

1.Tikthakam kwatham tab 1-0-1 before food 2.Vilwadi gulika 1-0-1after food 3.Krimighna vati 1-0-1after food 4.Neem tab ½-0-½after food

Externally 1.Thriphaladi churnam- 1tsp powder boiled with 2-3litre of water - in lukewarm temperature do wash the areas, twice daily

Avoid Bakery items, chocolates, too much dairy products, carbonated drinks, too spicy oily sour and salty foods,pickle ,

Improve Vegetables and fruits Water

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Anand Agarwal
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286 days ago

Thriphaladi churnam has to be taken orally or applied on affected areas

Thriphaladi churnam can be used for both ,orally and externally. Here for external wash, since it has anti inflammatory and anti fungal properties too. After boiling water with 1-2tsp of powder ,let it cool down, in lukewarm temperature only wash those itchy areas, twice daily

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Anand Agarwal
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286 days ago

For how many days have the medication to be taken and can the same prescription be used by my wife also?

This medicines can be used for 7days continuesly ,after 7days stop KRIMIGNAVATI. Remaining medicines and external wash can be usedfor 14days. Your wife can also use the same medicine, with doubling the dose of each medicine.

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Avoid sour, fermented and packed food. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Sy.Amypure 10ml twice Urtiplex lotion for local application

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❌ Avoid day sleep, deep fried food

* Avoid curd, oily, sour, spicy food items

✅ Use ayurvedic face wash

* Often wash with warm water 

💊 Medicines

1. Aragwadarishtam+ khadirarishtam Each 7.5 ml mixed morning and evening after food

🍀 Externally

Apply - Lodhradi choornam with rose water

* Kumkumadi lepam in later phase

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Anand Agarwal
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286 days ago

for what duration is the medication be taken and after how many days the lepam be applied. The affected ares are face , back and chest

Medicine - 2 weeks taken LEPAM - Lodhradi for 10 days After kumkumadi - 10 days

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Medicines for 2 weeks. After lepam for 10 days( Lodhradi) . later Kumkumadi for 15 days. Then update

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From an Ayurvedic perspective, your child’s symptoms suggest an imbalance that could be related to both Pitta and Kapha doshas. The presence of itching and rashes along with discoloration and roughness indicates an excess heat condition, potentially combined with a damp and stagnant characteristic of Kapha.

First, let’s focus on diet. It would be beneficial for your child to avoid excessively spicy, oily, or processed foods, as these can aggravate Pitta. Encourage a diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, especially those with cooling and soothing properties like cucumber, zucchini, and coconut water. Hydration is important, so ensure she drinks plenty of water throughout the day; adding a bit of mint can be nice too.

For topical application, you can try a natural oil like coconut oil or aloe vera gel, which are cooling and can provide relief from itching. Apply it gently on the affected areas. Turmeric mixed with some neem paste can be applied for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, use thrice a week for a milder effect without overburdening the skin.

Additionally, promote regular bathing with tepid water using a mild soap, probably containing ingredients like neem or sandalwood, known for their skin-soothing properties. The ritual of an oatmeal bath can also be soothing; make it by grinding oats and mixing them in bath water.

Addressing lifestyle, since skin issues can be stress related too, incorporate calming activities like walking in nature or light yoga. Ensure regular sleep patterns as good rest supports body repair mechanisms.

Re-evaluate her clothing materials too. Opt for breathable fabrics like cotton and avoid clothes that may irritate skin further.

If there’s any significant worsening or signs of infection, it’s crucial to consult with a pediatrician. Chronic rashes that recur despite treatments could necessitate a more in-depth examination to determine underlying causes. In any case, balancing Ayurvedic principles in diet and lifestyle should assist in alleviating many symptoms.

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