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Skin and Hair Disorders
Question #26513
87 days ago
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I have observed skin problems more than 6 years - #26513

Haresh B Dorila

Full body skij etching during night and again and again observed skin problems, psoyrasis observed in right leg,i want to permenenet solution, its a more than 6 years old skin problems, Dry skin, in head pill observed

Age: 34
Chronic illnesses: Skin problems
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Kayakalpa vati- 1 tab twice daily b4 food with lukewarm water Kaishore guggulu Neemghan vati- 1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water Haridra khand -1/2 tsp with warm water twice daily after food Kayakalpa taila- apply over psoriatic patch Avoid oily spicy non vegetarian foods

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hello Haresh B Dorila,

Thank you for sharing your concerns. Based on your symptoms night itching all over the body, dry skin, recurring flare-ups, psoriasis on the leg, and scalp scaling or dandruff (possibly seborrheic dermatitis or scalp psoriasis) this appears to be a chronic Vata-Kapha skin disorder with deep-seated Ama (toxins) and disturbed Rakta and Mamsa Dhatu (blood and skin tissue). Since it’s persisted for more than 6 years, this is a Dushta Kustha condition in Ayurveda, which requires systematic cleansing and internal immune correction, not just creams.

Your skin is reacting from within it’s not just a surface problem. Psoriasis and dry skin like this come from long-standing imbalances in your immunity and digestion. The itching at night and repeated flare-ups mean your body hasn’t cleared out the root toxins (Ama). Just applying oils or creams won’t fix it. We need to calm the immune system, improve blood quality, reduce internal heat (Pitta), and strengthen skin tissues.

Treatment Plan

1. Ama Pachana (First 5 Days) Start with digestive detox: Triphala Churna – 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water (to cleanse bowel and remove toxins) Panchakola Churna or Hingvashtaka Churna – ½ tsp with warm water before meals Light diet: Rice gruel (Yavagu), moong dal soup, bottle gourd sabzi

2. Internal Medications (From Day 6 onwards) Arogyavardhini Vati – 2 tablets twice daily after meals (liver cleansing, skin healing) Gandhaka Rasayana – 250 mg twice daily with honey (detox skin and reduce itching) Panchtikta Ghrita Guggulu – 1 tablet morning and evening (deep healing of psoriasis and tissue) Mahamanjishtadi Kashayam – 15 ml with equal warm water before meals (blood purifier)

3. External Application Nimbadi Tailam – Apply to body at night, especially legs and scalp; leave overnight or wash after 1 hour Karanj Tailam or Psorolin oil (if itching severe) – alternate night For scalp: Apply Neelibhringadi Tailam or Keshya Taila 3 times/week before bath

4. Diet and Lifestyle No curd, fried food, dairy, sugar, bakery, red meat, alcohol Avoid bath with hot water — use lukewarm water only Add turmeric, neem leaves, and amla to diet Wear cotton clothes and avoid synthetic fabric Sleep before 10.30 pm daily, don’t skip meals

Investigations Advised CBC + ESR Liver Function Test Fasting Blood Sugar Serum Vitamin D3 and B12 KOH test or Skin Biopsy (if diagnosis of psoriasis not confirmed yet)

This is a chronic autoimmune issue, but with correct detox and support, the flare-ups and symptoms can be controlled and gradually reversed. Ayurvedic care is highly effective for long-term skin issues like this with patience and consistency.

Warm regards, Dr. Karthika

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HELLO HARESH,

YOUR SKIN,DIGESTION ANS SYSTEMIC SYMPTOMS ARE INTERRELLATED AND ROOTED. IN DEEPER IMBALANCE WHICH AYURVEDA RECOGNIZES PRIMARILY AS AGNI DUSTI(DIGESTIVE FIRE DISTURBANCE) AND SROTORODHA(BLOCKAGES OF BODY CHANNELS)-ESPECIALLY RASA,RAKTA, AND TWAK VAHA SROTAS.

THE SYMPTOMS POINTS TOWARDS A CHRONIC PITTA-KAPHA-VATA IMBALANCE WITH TOXIN BUILDUP AD WEAK TISSUE NUTRITIONAL STATUS, LEADING TO A DEGENERATIVE CONDITION THAT MIMICS FEATURE OF 1)SKIN PSORIASIS INDICATES:- TWAK VIKAR(SKIN DISEASE), POSSIBLY EKAKUSHTA , ASSOCIATED WITH RAKTA DHATU DUSTI AND RASA DHATU KSHAYA

2)GUT AND SYSTEMATIC SYMPTOMS MAY CAUSING SKIN PROBLEM - EXCESS GAS, BLOATING,WEAKNESS , FATIGUE POST MEALS=AGNIMANDYA+GRAHANI+VATA PRAKOPA

3)MAIN ROOT CAUSE-AGNI DUSTI(IMPAIRED DIGESTION), TOXIN ACCUMULATION, VITIATED RAKTA,PITTA,VATA, LACK OF PROPER DHATU POSHANA(NUTRIENT TRANSFORMATION), STRESS/LIFESTYLE INDUCED DOSHA IMBALANCE

THIS COULD BE TREATED BY INTERNAL MEDICINES + EXTERNAL APPLICATION FOR SKIN+ DIET STRICTLY FOLLOW+ LIFE STYLE AND YOGA PRANAYAM+BASTI SUPPORT+ TIMELINE OF EXPECTED RECOVERY

FOLLOW THIS MEDICATIONS PROPERLY 1)DEEP DIGESTION CORRECTION- AGNIDEEPANA AND AMA PACHANA- -HINGWASTAKA CHURNA- 1/2 TSP WITH GHEE BEFORE MEALS

-KUTAJARISTA- 20 ML WITH EQUAL WATER AFTER MEALS TWICE DAILY

-AROGYAVARDHINI VATI- 1 TAB TWICE DAILY AFTER FOOD- LIVER,SKIN METABOLISM

- TRIPHALA CHURNA- 1 TSP AT BEDTIME WITH WARM WATER- FOR GUT CLEANSING

2)SKIN HEALING(RAKTA SUDDHI+TWAK PRASADANA) -MAHAMANJISTHADI KASHAYA- 20 ML WITH WARM WATER,TWICE DAILY BEFORE MEALS

-PANCHATIKTA GHRITA GUGGULU- 1 TAB TWICE DAILY AFTER FOOD-ANTIINFLAMMATORY, SKIN , AUTOIMMUNITY

-KHADIRARISTA- 15 ML WITH WATER AFTR MEALS TWICE DAILY- BLOOD PURIFIER, ANTI-ITCHING

- NEEM CAPSULE- 1 CAP TWICE DAILY IN MORNING AND AT BED TIME

FOR PERSISTENT ITCHING AND DRY SKIN -BAKUCHI CHURNA-1/2 TSP WITH HONEY AFTER BREAKFAST-VERY SLOWLY INTRODUCED

-SARIVADI VATI- 1 TAB TWICE DAILY- USEFUL IN CHRONIC SKIN ALLERGIES AND PIGMENTARY CHANGES

3)EXTERNAL APPLICATION- -BAKUCHI TAILA- APPLY GENTLY ON WHITE PATCHES(1-2 HRS BEFORE BATH) ON ALTERNATE DAYS

-JATYADI TAILA- APPLY GENTLY FOR DRY,ITCHY AREAS-AFTER BATH -KHADIRARISTA WASH- DILUTE IN WATER AND USE FOR FINAL RINSE OR SPONGE BATH ON ITCHY AREAS

- ALOE VERA(FRESH GEL)- APPLY PLAIN ON IRRITATED SKIN - SOOTHING,HEALING

4) LIFESTYLE AND YOGA- DAILY ROUTINE- SLEEP EARLY BY 10 OM, AND WAKE UP BEFORE SUNRISE USE WARM WATTER FOR BATHING AND DRINKING GENTLE SELF MASSAGE WITH KARANJA TAILA-3 TIMES/WEEK AVOID SLEEPING DURING DAY TIME

YOGA AND PRANAYAM VATA BALANCING POSES- PASCHIMMOTTANASANA, PAWANMUKTASANA, VAJRASANA- 15 MIN SURYANAMSKAR - SLOW PACE- 6 ROUNDS PRANAYAM- ANULOM-VILOM,BHRAMARI,SHEETALI- 15 MIN MEDITATION-10 MIN DAILY *AVOID INTENSE EXCERCISE UNTIL DIGESTION STABILIZES

5)DIET PLAN- INCLUDE- WARM,LIGHT ,COOKED FOODS MOONGDAL,RICE GRUEL,CUMIN,AJWAIN,GINGER STEAMED/BOILED VEGETABLES HERBAL TEAS- FENEEL,CORIANDER,AJWAIN COW GHEE

AVOID- MILK,CURD FERMENTED FOOD,BAKERY,REFINED FLOUR BRINJAL,TOMATOES,POTATOES COLD DRINKS,FRIDGE WATER NON VEG, EGGS-FOR NOW TILL TREATMENT CONTINUES SOUR FRUITS, SUGAR AVOID MIXING MILK+FRUITS OR MILK+SALT- STRICTLY AVOID

RECOVERY TIMELINE- IF YOU CONSISTENTLY FOLLOW THIS PROTOCOL THEN 100% RESULT YOU WILL OBSERVE WEEK 1-3:- ITCHING, GUT SYMPTOMS AND SLEEP WILL IMPROVE WEEK 4-6:- ENERGY,DIGESTION,AND FEWER WHITE PATCHES MONTH 2-3:- SKIN RECOVERY BEGINS, STABLE BOWEL MOVEMENT

THIS APPERS TO BE SYSTEMATIC ISSUE AFFECTING SKIN, AS A REFLECTION OF INTERNAL DOSHA IMABALNCE AND DHATU DEPLETION PSORIASIS - LIKE CHANGES AND ITCHING NEED INTERNAL BLOOD PURIFICATION, VATA PITTA BALANCING AND LONG TERM GUT HEALING THE ABOVE TREATMENT IS BASED ON YOUR SYMPTOMS AND WILL GIVE 100% RESULT IF YOU FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY

DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Avoid sour, fermented, dairy and bakery products. Regular exercise. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab.Shati 2-0-2 Tab.Neem 2-0-2 Cap.GT 2-0-2 PSORIA OIL FOR LOCAL APPLICATION

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1) Rasa manikya-125mg +gandhaka rasayana-500mg +svarnamakshika bhasma-250mg +shilajatu-500mg +Nimbadi churna-3gm - before food with manjishtadi kwath 20 ml 3 times aday

2) Valiya Madhusnuhi Rasayana-1 tsf before food with water 3) cutisora oil for external application 2 times a day

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Pathya: Light, not too oily, not too dry food. Apathya: Avoid sour, salty, spicy foods, milk products, intake of milk & fish together, cola drinks, junk foods, bakery products, fish, alcohol and smoking must be avoided.

Avoid excess drying or irritation of the skin, maintain adequate cutaneous hydration.

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Start Panchtiktagrit guggul 2-0-2 after food with water Neem ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water Aarogyavardhini 1-0-1 after food with water Apply psorolin oil on affected area twice daily Kamdudharas 1-0-1 after food with water Avoid wrong combination food like milk with salty foods/ citrus fruits/nonveg food. Lessen intake of salt and sugary foods. Do pranayam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins twice daily

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Don’t worry, And start taking 1.Ashthmurti rasayan250 mg + Gandhak Rasayana 500mg + Rasa Manikya125 mg + Panchnimba churna1gm + Trivang Bhasma125 mg + Godanti Bhamsa 500 mg BD with lukewarm water before having meal twice in a day.

2.Haridra Khanda1Tsf with 10ml of Panchtikta ghrita After having meal twice in a day.

3.Triphla churna 5gm + Kutaki churna 1gm with luke warm water at bed time.

**KANAKKSHEERI OIL for local application. After 2 months,you will definitely get relief 😌 😊 So,please follow up after 1 month… Take care… **Avoid Non veg,guru ahar(heavy to digest),oily food etc.

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HELLO HARESH,

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition causing scaly, itchy, and inflamed patches of skin. In Ayurveda, it is usually correlated with kitibha or ekakushta, which are types of skin disease, and is caused by imbalance in vata and kapha doshas, with blood and skin tissue involvement.

INTERNALLY START WITH

1) PANCHATIKTA GHRITA GUGGULU- deep detox and immune modulator =2 tabs twice daily after food for 2-3 months = it penetrates tissues, heals chronic skin lesions, especially good for dry, scaly, long standing psoriasis

2) RASA MANIKYA + GUDUCHI SATVA = rasa manikya-125mg + guduchi satva- 250 mg= mix with honey once daily morning for 1 month =reduces flare ups and clear deeper toxins

3) AROGYAVARDHINI RAS- 250 mg with water for 1 month =powerful detox of liver, gallbladder and skin tissues, creams toxic buildup

4) SARIVDI VATI= 2 tabs twice daily for 3 months = cool blood and relieves chronic itching

5) TIKTAKA GHRITA= 1 tsp in warm milk empty stomach for 1-3 months =deeply nourishes tissues, reduces vata-pitta skin inflammation.

6) BAKUCHI CAPSULE= 1 cap with hone once daily = stimulates skin regeneration and pigment

EXTERNAL OIL APPLICATION

-BAKUCHI TAILA= especially good in red, inflamed patches apply gently on lesion after bath

-ALOEVERA GEL= at night if itching is severe

DIET AND LIFESTYLE EAT -moong dal rice cooked veggies -ghee -bitter veggies -fruits= pomegranate, apples

AVOID -curd, milk with salty /spicy foods -non veg - fermented foods= pickles, cheese, bakery -cold water, refrigerated items -junk food, processed sugars

LIFESTYLE TIPS - avoid stress -moderate sun exposure -avoid daytime sleeping and staying up late at night -keep the skin moisturised

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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Namaste Haresh ji,

I understand you’ve been struggling with dry, itchy skin and psoriasis-like symptoms for over 6 years. This can be both uncomfortable and emotionally draining — but the good news is, Ayurveda offers a deep and long-lasting solution.

Rather than just giving temporary relief, our goal is to treat the root cause by balancing your doshas, purifying the blood, and improving skin health from within.

Here’s What I Recommend: Panchakarma (Body Detox) This is the first step to remove built-up toxins from your system:

Vaman (therapeutic emesis): Clears excess Kapha and skin toxins — very helpful when there’s thick scaling or chronic skin irritation.

Raktamokshan (bloodletting): Especially for psoriasis patches on the leg — helps purify the blood and reduce itching and inflammation.

These are classical, time-tested Ayurvedic therapies and work very well in chronic skin conditions.

Internal Medicines (For Ongoing Support) Aragwadhadi Kashaya – 20ML —0— 20ML

Kaishore Guggulu – 250 MG 1–0–1

Arogyavardhini Vati – 250 MG 1–0—1

Avipattikar Churna – 3 GM ( AT BED TIME)

External Application Lippu Ointment – Apply twice daily on dry, scaly, or itchy areas to soothe and soften the skin.

Lumina Shampoo – Use 2–3 times a week to reduce scalp flaking and dryness.

Diet & Lifestyle Guidance Your food and habits affect your skin directly. Please follow:

Eat: – Warm, homemade meals – Moong dal, old rice, bitter vegetables like neem or karela – Use turmeric and drink warm water

Avoid: – Curd, fish, eggs, fried and spicy foods – Cold drinks, packaged snacks – Sleeping during the day or staying up late at night – Harsh soaps or chemical creams

Before starting the above treatment, I strongly recommend that you consult a nearby qualified Ayurvedic doctor. It is important that your skin is seen in person, your Prakriti (body type) and current condition assessed properly, and your medicines adjusted accordingly.

Every person is different — and Ayurvedic treatment works best when it’s personalized.

Wishing you strength and complete healing ahead. With the right approach and discipline, your skin can become healthy again — naturally and from the inside out

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Hi haresh this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem… See as you are facing skin related problems since many days it mainly due to vitiation of rasa and rakta dusti in the body… To correct that best of best treatment is one sitting of classical VIRECHANA…it really helps to lot of changes in the body

Only trying medicine will not give you sudden result…so take virechana near by hospital along with oral medicine definitely get to see changes in your problem… Thank you…

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For skin problems that have persisted over 6 years, particularly with conditions like psoriasis on the right leg and dry skin, Ayurveda’s holistic approach can offer potential relief. This approach considers the imbalance of doshas, namely Vata and Pitta, which might be contributing to your symptoms like skin itching during night, and dry skin on the scalp. Let’s focus on bringing them into balance.

Firstly, diet plays a significant role. Focus on incorporating cooling and calming foods to pacify Pitta. Cucumber, coconut water, sweet fruits like melons, and leafy greens should be staples. Additionally, to address Vata, consume warm, hydrating foods like soups and stews, cooked vegetables, and whole grains. Avoid foods that are processed, excessively spicy or sour, as these can aggravate Pitta and worsen the condition.

For topical care, apply coconut oil or sesame oil to your skin daily. These oils can be gently warmed and massaged in circular motions before bath to soothe and moisturize the skin. After application, take a lukewarm water bath. Post-bath, ensure the skin is gently patted dry and moisturized again while slightly damp.

Consider herbal remedies as well. Turmeric is highly beneficial due to its anti-inflammatory properties. It can be taken internally with warm milk or as a paste with water applied directly to affected areas. Aloe vera gel is soothing for the scalp and skin and may reduce dryness and irritation, so it can be used after washing your hair.

It’s also crucial to manage stress and ensure a healthy digestive system, both of which contribute to skin health. Practicing yoga and meditation can help in reducing stress, and thus manage Pitta aggravation. Consume triphala at night which aids in cleaning the digestive system and improves overall health.

Lastly, ensure you’re drinking plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated internally. Pitta and Vata will often lead the body to dehydration, which reflects outwardly as dry, itchy skin. By addressing these aspects, you should notice gradual improvements, however, given the chronic nature of your condition, regular follow-up with an Ayurvedic practitioner is advised to tailor more specific treatments to your profile.

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The skin issues you’re describing, including itching, psoriasis, and dryness, suggest an imbalance primarily in the Vata dosha, which, according to Siddha-Ayurvedic principles, is associated with dryness and turbulence. To address these chronic skin issues, dietary adjustments and lifestyle changes, along with medicinal preparations, can be useful.

Firstly, focus on improving your diet. Vata-pacifying foods include warm, moist, and grounding meals. Favor cooked vegetables, whole grains like rice and oatmeal, and healthy fats such as ghee and sesame oil. Avoid cold, dry, and raw foods, as well as caffeine and alcohol, as these can aggravate Vata.

Incorporate daily self-massage with warmed sesame oil to help hydrate and soothe the skin. This can be done before a warm shower to help balance Vata and nourish the skin. Herbal baths might also be beneficial; you can add neem leaves or turmeric powder to your bath water for their anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

Hydration is important – drink warm water or herbal teas, like chamomile or ginger tea, throughout the day to keep your system detoxified. Also, regularity in sleep and stress management through techniques like meditation or yoga can help stabilize Vata.

For the psorias health concern, consider using external applications of Ayurvedic formulations like Mahatiktaka Ghrita or Neem oil. However, it is key to work with an Ayurvedic practitioner to determine the proper use, as self-prescription can be unsafe.

If symptoms worsen or significantly interfere with daily life, don’t delay consulting with a health professional, as these conditions could require more immediate interventions for relief and prevent complications.

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I am someone who believes Ayurveda isn’t just some old system — it’s alive, and actually still works when you use it the way it's meant to be used. My practice mostly revolves around proper Ayurvedic diagnosis (rogi & roga pariksha types), Panchakarma therapies, and ya also a lot of work with herbal medicine — not just prescribing but sometimes preparing stuff myself when needed. I really like that hands-on part actually, like knowing where the herbs came from and how they're processed... changes everything. One of the things I pay a lot of attention to is how a person's lifestyle is playing into their condition. Food, sleep, bowel habits, even small emotional patterns that people don't even realize are affecting their digestion or immunity — I look at all of it before jumping to treatment. Dietary therapy isn’t just telling people to eat less fried food lol. It’s more about timing, combinations, seasonal influence, and what suits their prakriti. That kind of detail takes time, and sometimes patients don’t get why it matters at first.. but slowly it clicks. Panchakarma — I do it when I feel it's needed. Doesn’t suit everyone all the time, but in the right case, it really clears the stuck layers. But again, it's not magic — people need to prep properly and follow instructions. That's where strong communication matters. I make it a point to explain everything without dumping too much Sanskrit unless they’re curious. I also try to keep things simple, like I don’t want patients feeling intimidated or overwhelmed with 10 things at once. We go step by step — sometimes slow, sometimes quick depending on the case. There’s no “one protocol fits all” in Ayurveda and frankly I get bored doing same thing again and again. Whether it’s a fever that won’t go or long-term fatigue or gut mess — I usually go deep into what's behind it. Surface-level fixes don’t last. I rather take the time than rush into wrong herbs. It’s more work, ya, but makes a diff in long run.
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Dr. Keerthana PV
I am an Ayurvedic doctor who kinda grew into this path naturally—my roots are in Kerala, and I did my internship at VPSV Ayurveda College in Kottakkal, which honestly was one of the most eye-opening stages of my life. That place isn’t just a college, it’s a deep well of real Ayurveda. The kind that’s lived, not just studied. During my time there, I didn’t just observe—I *practiced*. Diagnosing, treating, understanding the patient beyond their symptoms, all that hands-on stuff that textbooks don’t really teach. It’s where I learned the rhythm of classical Kerala Ayurveda, the art of pulse reading, and how Panchakarma ain’t just about detox but more about deep repair. I work closely with patients—always felt more like a guide than just a doctor tbh. Whether it's about fixing a chronic issue or preventing one from happening, I focus on the full picture. I give a lot of attention to diet (pathya), routine, mental clutter, and stress stuff. Counseling on these isn’t an ‘extra’—I see it as a part of healing. And not the preachy kind either, more like what works *for you*, your lifestyle, your space. Also yeah—I’m a certified Smrithi Meditation Consultant from Kottakkal Ayurveda School of Excellence. This kinda allowed me to mix mindfulness with medicine, which I find super important, especially in today’s distracted world. I integrate meditation where needed—some patients need a virechana, some just need to breathe better before they sleep. There’s no one-size-fits-all and I kinda like that part of my job the most. I don’t claim to know it all, but I listen deeply, treat with care, and stay true to the Ayurvedic principles I was trained in. My role feels less about ‘curing’ and more about nudging people back to their natural balance... it’s not quick or flashy, but it feels right.
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Dr. Atul Painuli
I am Vaidya Atul Painuli, currently working as an Ayurvedic Consultant at Patanjali Chikitsalaya, Delhi... been here a while now. My focus from the start—over 10+ yrs in this field—has been to stay true to what Ayurveda *actually* is, not just surface-level remedies or buzzwords. I’ve treated a wide mix of patients, from people battling chronic illnesses to those just looking to fix their lifestyle before it leads to disease (which is v underrated tbh). During these years, I kinda shaped my practice around the idea that one solution never fits all. Whether it’s diabetes, gut disorders, stress-related problems or hormone issues—everything goes back to the root, the *nidana*. I usually go with classic Ayurvedic meds, but I mix it up with Panchakarma, diet tweaks and daily routine correction, depending on the case. Most of the time, ppl don’t even realize how much their habits are feeding into the problem. It’s not just about herbs or massages... though those are important too. At Patanjali Chikitsalaya, I see patients from literally all walks of life—office-goers, elderly, even young kids sometimes. Everyone’s got something diff going on, which keeps me grounded. What I try to do is not just treat the symptoms but help ppl *see* what’s happening in their bodies and minds. Like Ayurveda says—if your digestion, sleep and emotions are off... then eventually health’s gonna wobble. I don’t promise quick results but I do stay with my patients through the process, adjusting things based on how they respond. That part makes a big difference I think. For me, Ayurveda isn’t a “last resort” kinda thing—it’s a system that can prevent 80% of the lifestyle diseases ppl suffer from today, if done right. My goal? Just to keep doing this in a way that feels real, grounded, and actually helps ppl—not overwhelm them with too much jargon or fear. Just practical, clean, honest healing.
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Dr. Anirudh Deshmukh
I am Dr Anurag Sharma, done with BAMS and also PGDHCM from IMS BHU, which honestly shaped a lot of how I approach things now in clinic. Working as a physician and also as an anorectal surgeon, I’ve got around 2 to 3 years of solid experience—tho like, every day still teaches me something new. I mainly focus on anorectal care (like piles, fissure, fistula stuff), plus I work with chronic pain cases too. Pain management is something I feel really invested in—seeing someone walk in barely managing and then leave with actual relief, that hits different. I’m not really the fancy talk type, but I try to keep my patients super informed, not just hand out meds n move on. Each case needs a bit of thinking—some need Ksharasutra or minor para surgical stuff, while others are just lifestyle tweaks and herbal meds. I like mixing the Ayurved principles with modern insights when I can, coz both sides got value really. It’s like—knowing when to go gentle and when to be precise. Right now I’m working hard on getting even better with surgical skills, but also want to help people get to me before surgery's the only option. Had few complicated cases where patience n consistency paid off—no shortcuts but yeah, worth it. The whole point for me is to actually listen first, like proper listen. People talk about symptoms but also say what they feel—and that helps in understanding more than any lab report sometimes. I just want to stay grounded in my work, and keep growing while doing what I can to make someone's pain bit less every day.
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Dr. M.Sushma
I am Dr. Sushma M and yeah, I’ve been in Ayurveda for over 20 yrs now—honestly still learning from it every day. I mostly work with preventive care, diet logic, and prakriti-based guidance. I mean, why wait for full-blown disease when your body’s been whispering for years, right? I’m kinda obsessed with that early correction part—spotting vata-pitta-kapha imbalances before they spiral into something deeper. Most ppl don’t realize how much power food timing, digestion rhythm, & basic routine actually have… until they shift it. Alongside all that classical Ayurveda, I also use energy medicine & color therapy—those subtle layers matter too, esp when someone’s dealing with long-term fatigue or emotional heaviness. These things help reconnect not just the body, but the inner self too. Some ppl are skeptical at first—but when you treat *beyond* the doshas, they feel it. And I don’t force anything… I just kinda match what fits their nature. I usually take time understanding a person’s prakriti—not just from pulse or skin or tongue—but how they react to stress, sleep patterns, their relationship with food. That whole package tells the story. I don’t do textbook treatment lines—I build a plan that adjusts *with* the person, not on top of them. Over the years, watching patients slowly return to their baseline harmony—that's what keeps me in it. I’ve seen folks come in feeling lost in symptoms no one explained… and then walk out weeks later understanding their body better than they ever did. That, to me, is healing. Not chasing symptoms, but restoring rhythm. I believe true care doesn’t look rushed, or mechanical. It listens, observes, tweaks gently. That's the kind of Ayurveda I try to practice—not loud, but deeply rooted.
5
299 reviews
Dr. Prasad Pentakota
I am Dr. P. Prasad, and I’ve been in this field for 20+ years now, working kinda across the board—General Medicine, Neurology, Dermatology, Cardiology—you name it. Didn’t start out thinking I’d end up spanning that wide, but over time, each area sort of pulled me in deeper. And honestly, I like that mix. It lets me look at a patient not just through one lens but a whole system-wide view... makes more sense when treating something that won’t fit neatly in one category. I’ve handled everything from day-to-day stuff like hypertension, diabetes, or skin infections to more serious neuro and cardiac problems. Some cases are quick—diagnose, treat, done. Others take time, repeated check-ins, figuring out what’s really going on beneath those usual symptoms. And that’s where the detail matters. I’m pretty big on thorough diagnosis and patient education—because half the problem is ppl just not knowing what’s happening inside their own body. What’s changed for me over years isn’t just knowledge, it’s how much I lean on listening. If you miss what someone didn’t say, you might also miss their actual illness. And idk, after seeing it play out so many times, I do believe combining updated medical practice with basic empathy really shifts outcomes. Doesn’t have to be complicated... it just has to be consistent. I keep up with research too—new drugs, diagnostics, cross-specialty updates etc., not because it’s trendy, but cuz it’s necessary. Patients come in better read now than ever. You can’t afford to fall behind. The end goal’s the same tho—help them heal right, not just fast. Ethical practice, evidence-based, and sometimes just being there to explain what’s going on. That’s what I stick to.
5
604 reviews
Dr. Snehal Tasgaonkar
I am an Ayurvedic physician with around 7 yrs clinical experience, though honestly—feels like I’ve lived double that in patient hours. I studied from a govt. medical college (reputed one) where I got deep into classical Ayurvedic texts n clinical logic. I treat everything from chronic stuff like arthritis, IBS, eczema... to more sudden conditions that just pop up outta nowhere. I try to approach each case by digging into the *why*, not just the *what*. I mean—anyone can treat pain, but if you don’t catch the doshic imbalance or metabolic root, it just comes bak right? I use Nadi Pariksha a lot, but also other classical signs to map prakriti-vikruti, dhatu status n agni condition... you know the drill. I like making people *understand* their own health too. Doesn’t make sense to hand meds without giving them tools to prevent a relapse. My Panchakarma training’s been a core part of my work. I do Abhyanga, Swedana, Basti etc regularly—not just detox but also as restorative therapy. Actually seen cases where patients came in exhausted, foggy... and post-Shodhana, they're just lit up. That part never gets old. Also I always tie diet & lifestyle changes into treatment. It’s non-negotiable for me, bcs long-term balance needs daily changes, not just clinic visits. I like using classical formulations but I stay practical too—if someone's not ready for full-scale protocol, I try building smaller habits. I believe healing’s not just abt treating symptoms—it’s abt helping the body reset, then stay there. I’m constantly refining what I do, trying to blend timeless Ayurvedic theory with real-time practical needs of today’s patients. Doesn’t always go perfect lol, but most times we see real shifts. That’s what keeps me going.
5
108 reviews
Dr. Surya Bhagwati
I am a Senior Ayurveda Physician with more than 28 years in this field — and trust me, it still surprises me how much there is to learn every single day. Over these years, I’ve had the chance to treat over 1 lakh patients (probably more by now honestly), both through in-person consults and online. Some come in with a mild cough, others with conditions no one’s been able to figure out for years. Each case brings its own rhythm, and that’s where real Ayurveda begins. I still rely deeply on classical tools — *Nadi Pariksha*, *Roga-Rogi Pariksha*, proper *prakriti-vikriti* mapping — not just ticking symptoms into a list. I don’t believe in ready-made cures or generic charts. Diagnosis needs attention. I look at how the disease behaves *inside* that specific person, which doshas are triggering what, and where the imbalance actually started (hint: it’s usually not where the pain is). Over the years I’ve worked with pretty much all age groups and all kinds of health challenges — from digestive upsets & fevers to chronic, autoimmune, hormonal, metabolic and degenerative disorders. Arthritis, diabetes, PCOD, asthma, thyroid... but also things like unexplained fatigue or joint swelling that comes and goes randomly. Many of my patients had already “tried everything else” before they walked into Ayurveda, and watching their systems respond slowly—but surely—is something I don’t take lightly. My line of treatment usually combines herbal formulations (classical ones, not trendy ones), Panchakarma detox when needed, and realistic dietary and lifestyle corrections. Long-term healing needs long-term clarity — not just short bursts of symptom relief. And honestly, I tell patients that too. I also believe patient education isn’t optional. I explain things. Why we’re doing virechana, why the oil changed mid-protocol, why we pause or shift the meds after a few weeks. I want people to feel involved, not confused. Ayurveda works best when the patient is part of the process, not just receiving instructions. Even now I keep learning — through texts, talks, patient follow-ups, sometimes even mistakes that taught me what not to do. And I’m still committed, still fully into it. Because for me, this isn’t just a job. It’s a lifelong responsibility — to restore balance, protect *ojas*, and help each person live in tune with themselves. That’s the real goal.
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Dr. Fabin John Maliyeakkal
I am working in the space of Marma therapy since the past 5+ years, and honestly the deeper I go into it the more I realize how underrated this science is!! My work’s mostly centered around helping people reconnect with their body’s natural healing using marma chikitsa—not just as a treatment, but like a whole experience. These vital energy points, when stimulated right, can shift a lot—pain, stiffness, nerve issues, even stuff you didn’t think was linked, starts to shift. I work a lot with musculoskeletal conditions—like joint immobility, frozen shoulder, cervical stuff, backaches, and also sports injuries or slipped disc-type of nerve compressions. Sometimes just working the pressure point opens up movement, and you don’t always need pills or heavy treatment lines. I try to reduce dependance on medicines as much as possible unless really-really needed, cause Ayurveda always says, nidan parivarjan is the first step. My sessions always go beyond just the therapy table—I talk diet, daily routine, what their lifestyle actually looks like, and make tweaks that fit them. Like, no copy-paste plan, coz everyone’s prakriti is so different, right?? This root-cause approach helps not only with healing but also that long-term balance people are usually missing. I really believe Marma therapy has this ancient power to reset people, especially in times where stress and chronic fatigue is just everywhere. My aim is to revive it in a way that fits modern life—clean, simple, but rooted. And yeah, while I’ve seen results, I also keep learning from every case—some days you think you know the whole protocol and then boom, a patient shows you something new. That’s the beauty of this path.
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