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Lichen planus pigmentation skin - #25976
Rishab
I have a LPP from past 10 years and when I go outside during daytime and sunlight hit on my body then itching starts and turns my exposed areas blackens and then not fade away easily and no creams lighten that spots
Age: 28
Chronic illnesses: LPP
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According to Ayurveda this Lichen planus is considered to be KITIBA KUSTA( A type of skin disorder)
Here local application alone won't work because body need internal detoxification also.
1.Karappan kashayam 15ml+45ml lukewarm water twice daily before food
2.Manjishtadi kwatham tab 2-0-2 after food
3.Krimighna vati 1-0-1after food
4.Mahatiktakam lepam ointment for ext.application
***Weekly once Virechana(Purgation) with Avipathy churnam (1packet/10gm) with ½glass hot water in empty stomach followed by light diet only - this is to cleanse your body /detox
Do's
3-4litres of water /day
More focus on fruits and vegetables Include Sprouted grains
Practice yoga and meditation regularly to regulate stress hormones
*Don'ts
Tea /coffee
Oily too salty sour sweet foods
Junk foods
Carbonated/soft drinks
Day time sleep
Maida and its products
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Lifestyle Tips i will advice -
Avoid hot spicy foods, caffeine, and alcohol — these flare up pitta
Include cooling foods – gulkand, coconut water, cucumber, sabja seeds
Practice stress reduction – yoga, pranayama (esp. Sheetali, Anulom Vilom)
Consider Doing:
ANA profile test (if autoimmune condition suspected)
Liver function tests, Vitamin D, Iron levels – deficiencies or imbalances can worsen skin pigmentation.
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Hi,apply sunscreen lotion while going out with SPF 50.
Internally use exitox tab 1-1-1 afterfood
Evenshade ointment external application
Avipathi choornam 1tsp with hot water at night
Khadirarista 30ml thrice daily after food
Avoid spicy hot masala foods
Use thriphala choorna boiled water for bathing
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HELLO RISHAB,
WHAT IS LPP?
Lichen Plans pigmentation is a chronic, progressive dermatological condition characterised by:
-Dark brown to grey black pigmentation on sun-exposed or flexural areas
- often triggered or worsened by sunlight, heat or inflammation
- itching or burning on sun exposure
-resistant to fading, even with treatment
AYURVEDIC PATHOGENESIS
PITTA DOSHA= heat, inflammation, and pigmentation
RAKTA DHATU DUSHTI= impaired blood tissue function- responsible for skin color
KUSHTA(skin disorder)= LPP can be categorised under minor Kshudra kushtha
VYANGA= localised pigmentation due to pitta-raita vitiation
AMA= toxin accumulation due to weakness digestion
BHRAJAKA PITTA DUSHTI= disruption in skin pigmentation metabolism(skin pitta sub-type)
So, the root of the disease lies in-
-vitiated pitta and rakta dhatu
- ama(toxic byproducts of improper digestion)
- sun exposure and stress aggravating bhrajak pitta
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF LPP
1) DETOXIFICATION
AT HOME
FOR 1ST 3 DAYS
- TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before food 30 mins before twice daily
-HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water after food twice daily
on 3rd day eat light food like khichdi at night
on 4th day VIRECHANA PROCEDURE
- TRIVRIT LEHA= 50 gm with warm milk early morning
after that don't eat anything just have warm water
-you will observe loose motions 5-10 times
this will detoxifies your body
after motions stops have light food for that day
THIS PROCESS WILL ELIMINATE EXCESS PITTA AND TOXINS
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS(start from day 5)
these are meant to purify blood, cool down the body, balance pitta and improve skin tone
1) BLOOD PURIFIERS
-MAHAMANJISTHADI KASHAYA= 30 ml twice daily before meals with water
= reduces pigmentation, detoxifies blood
-SARIDVADYASAVA= 20 ml twice daily after meals with water
= pitta pacifier, reduces itching and heat
-GUDUCHI CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily in morning and night
= immunity and pitta regulation
2) LIVER AND PITTA REGULATORS
1) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals
=liver detox , skin health
2) AVIPAATIKAR CHURNA= 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water
= improves digestion, reduces pitta
3) ANTI-PIGMENTATION LEPA AND RASAYANA
-yastimadhu+haridra+chandan+ rose water paste = 3 times/week
- 1 tsp sandalwood powder+ 1 tsp mulethi powder + 1 tsp manjistha powder+cucumber huice= 20 min leave and then wash
TOPICAL AYURVEDIC TREATMENT
NIGHT OIL APPLICATIONS
1) KUMKUMADI TAILA= 5 drops on affected area
=reduces pigmentation, even tones
2) ELADI TAILA= whole body application before bath
=prevents darkening, calms skin
3) NALPAMRADI TAILA= for facial pigmentation
=brigthens dull skin
SUNPROTECTION(very imp for LPP)
-Apply sunscreen with SPF 30-50
-use natural sun blockers= aloevera, cucumber juice , turmeric paste
-cover skin with cotton clothes, hats, umbreallas
-avoid sun exposure between 10 AM- 4PM
DIET AND LIFESTYLE
AVOID PITTA AGGRAVTING FOODS
-spicy, sour, fermented, fried, junk food
-red meat, alcohol, vinegar, excess salt
- pickles, tamarind, tomatoes, brinjal
PREFER
-bitter vegetables= kerala, neem, methi
- amla, pomegranate, coconut water, buttermilk
- turmeric milk with ghee
- mung dal, barley, ghee, bottle gourd
LIFESTYLE TIPS
-practice cooling pranayam= sheetali, sheetakari, anulom vilom
-sleep early and avoid screen exposure before bed
-reduce stres- LPP often worsens with emotional strain
-bath with cool or lukewarm water not hot
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
-1-3 MONTHS= reduced itching, fewer new pigmentation lesion
-3-6 MONTHS= gradual fading of superficial pigmentation
LONF TERM= if sun protection+ ayurvedic regime is followed, Pigmentation stabilises and skin tone evens out slowly
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
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LPP..called lichen planus it's a rare autoimmune disorder of skin... It's needs external or internal medication to heel... Do follow
Divya SARWAKALP KWATH 100gm
Divya KAYAKALP KWATH 100gm
Divya IMMUNOGHRIT kwath=100gm.... MIX all in a jar take 1 tsp boil 200ml of water till reduces 100 ml..take empty stomach twice daily
Divya IMMUNOGHRIT TAB
Divya sea BUCKTHORN cap=1-1 empty stomach twice daily
Divya kaishore gugulu
Divya arogyawardni vati
Nutrela moringa tab=1-1 tab after meal twice daily
External application=spf 50+++ sunscreen while having sun exposure
AVOID spicy/hot beverages/fast food/sour food
Take atleast 3/4 litres water per day
Nutrela collagen prash =1 tsp at bed time regularly
You can cured for xure
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Hello rishab , Thank you for sharing. Based on what you’ve described, your symptoms strongly resemble Lichen Planus Pigmentosus (LPP) with clear photosensitivity and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. This condition is stubborn and chronic, but Ayurveda can help by addressing the deeper imbalance — Pitta-Vata dushti, Rakta dhatu vitiation, and poor tissue detox leading to pigmentation not fading.
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Ayurvedic Explanation (in simple tone for patient):
LPP in Ayurveda is similar to a condition called “Neelika” or “Vyanga”, where Pitta (heat) in the skin is aggravated and mixes with vitiated Vata, causing dryness, dark pigmentation, and itching. Sunlight further increases Pitta and causes your Rakta (blood) to overreact, leading to long-lasting black patches and burning/itching sensation.
Since you’ve had this for 10 years, it shows deep-seated Rakta Dushti (toxic blood state), Bhrajaka Pitta imbalance (skin-level Pitta), and Rasa-Rakta Kshaya (poor nourishment and detox of first two tissues). Creams alone can’t correct this — internal detox and Pitta-Vata pacification is needed.
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Ayurvedic Treatment Plan
Internal Medicines:
1. Sarivadyasava – 15 ml + equal water after lunch and dinner
2. Kaishora Guggulu – 2 tablets twice a day after food
3. Manjisthadi Kashayam – 15 ml + water twice a day before meals
4. Avipattikar Churna – ½ tsp at bedtime with lukewarm water
External Applications:
1. Eladi Taila – for daily body application (apply and leave for 30 min before bath)
2. Kunkumadi Taila – apply a thin layer on affected areas at night (don’t use in day)
3. Aloe vera pulp (fresh) + Sandalwood powder pack on face or darkened areas – twice a week
4. Do not use steroid-based creams or harsh exfoliators
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Shodhana (Detox) Advice:
• Raktamokshana (bloodletting) and Virechana (purgation) are highly recommended for long-standing LPP, especially in dushti of Rakta-Pitta. Please consult a qualified Ayurvedic doctor for this nearby.
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Diet Guidelines:
• Avoid sour, spicy, fermented, and oily foods
• Completely avoid: curd, tomatoes, green chilli, pickles, fried food
• Include: amla, ghee, moong dal, old rice, bottle gourd, turmeric, neem juice (in moderation)
• Drink coriander + vetiver (usheer) infused water
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Lifestyle Tips:
• Always apply physical sunscreen or cover yourself with cotton clothing when in sun
• Do not scrub or rub affected areas
• Avoid hot water bath and sweating in sun
• Night sleep before 10:30 PM, avoid screen exposure late night
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Optional Investigations:
• Vitamin D3
• Serum IgE (to rule out allergic tendency)
• Liver function test (since Pitta and Rakta are related)
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This condition needs patience but can improve with internal correction and gentle skin support. Don’t depend on fairness creams. With consistent care, the patches will gradually lighten and your skin will regain balance.
If you have any doubts, you can contact me.
Take care, regards,
Dr. Karthika
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You Can take
Mahamanjistadi kadha 15 ml twice daily after food with water will help as blood purifier
Sariva tablet 1-0-1 will help lighten LPP.
Kamdudharas 1-0-1, help balance pH in stomach
Use Sunscreen SPF 50+, during the day on exposed areas.
Since LPP is chronic, will take longer time to show results.
Avoid processed, junk foods,
Do pranayam daily 5-10mins twice lom -vilom bhastrika kapalbhati.
Taking herbal laxative to avoid constipation is recommended. So take tablet Harde 0-0-2 at bedtime with water.
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Don't worry Rishab
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Avoid excessive spicy, sour,salty food and guru ahar(heavy to digest).
And start taking1.Mahatiktak kwath 20ml with equal amount of Lukewarm water empty stomach twice in a day.
2.Khadirarishta 20ml with equal amount of Lukewarm water just after having meal twice in a day.
3.Aarogyavardhini 1-0-1
4.Gandhak rasayana 1-0-1
5.Kaishore guggulu 1-0-1 for chewing
Follow up after 2 month...
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Visit nearby panchkarma centre for further advice...
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