Psoriasis on elbows and knees of daughter aged 18 - #33176
Around the joins on elbow, knee and ankle. It's not itchy but looks like spreading on other parts. Not during birth but developed on. Skin appears dark and thick. No rashes or red color. How do we control it
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Hello Niziini ji,
I understand your concern about your daughter’s skin condition. Psoriasis, especially around elbows, knees, and ankles, can be distressing even if it is not itchy, because of its spreading nature and appearance. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊
✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
✅INTERNAL MEDICATION 1 Manjisthadi ks tab 2-0-2 after food 2 Pentaphte 1-0-1 after food 3 panchatikta guggulu ghrita 1 tsp at bed time followed by warm. Water
✅EXTERNAL CARE 1 triphala + nimba decoction- take 5 gm of each in 3 litre of water boil and reduce to half and use for washing the area
2 dry the area and apply 777 oil in day time and pentaphty ointment at bed time
✅GENERAL CARE
Keep the skin moisturized at all times (avoid dryness). Use lukewarm water for bathing (not hot). Avoid harsh soaps; use mild herbal cleansers or besan + turmeric paste instead. Do not scratch or peel the skin.
✅DIETARY ADVICE ( Important as skin is refection of good diet)
Include: Fresh vegetables (bitter gourd, neem leaves, drumstick, bottle gourd). Fruits like papaya, pomegranate, apple. Barley, old rice, green gram (moong dal). Warm water and light home-cooked food.
Avoid:
Excess curd, seafood, red meat. Sour foods (pickle, vinegar, fermented foods). Too much fried, oily, junk food. Cold drinks and ice cream.
✅LIFESTYLE AND YOGA
Reduce stress - Psoriasis often worsens with anxiety. Encourage meditation or deep breathing. Adequate sleep and regular routine.
Your daughter’s psoriasis is mild but spreading → needs early control.
Moisturize, avoid diet triggers, purify blood with herbs, and practice stress management.
Ayurveda offers long-term relief by correcting dosha imbalance and rakta dushti.
Wishing her a good health😊
Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
Hello Niziini Start with Panchtiktagrit guggul 1-1-1 after food with water and Mahamanjistadi kadha 15 ml twice daily after food with water Livomyn 1-0-1 after food with water and Apply psorolin oil on affected area twice daily Avoid milk with salty foods/ citrus fruits/ nonveg food/ Do pranayam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika daily for 5-10mins twice
1.Gandhak rasayan 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Arogyavardhini vati 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Manjisthadi Kwath 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 4.Sarivadyasava 20 ml with 20 ml water once daily after lunch 5.Bakuchil tail-for local application
Diet & Lifestyle Tips - Avoid sour, spicy, and fermented foods (aggravate Pitta) - Favor cooling foods: cucumber, coconut, coriander, rice, moong dal - Hydrate well: 8–10 glasses of water daily - Avoid friction: wear soft fabrics, avoid leaning on elbows/knees - Sun protection: apply natural sunscreen (coconut oil + zinc oxide)
As your daughter is having dark thick skin over elbows knees and ankles which suggests kapha vata imbalance with accumulation of ama( toxins) leading to gradual thickening and spreading, though it is not itchy, it requires internal purification, gentle, exfoliation, and strengthening of skin metabolism Mahamanjistadi kwatha 15-0-15 ml water Psorakot tab 1-0-1 Psorakot gel - l/ appn Triphala churna-1 teaspoon with warm water at night Avoid oily, spicy, sour food
Gugulu tikta kashaya 15ml+15 ml water BD After food Tab. Arogyavardhini vati 2 bd after food Tab. Gandhak rasayan 2 bd after food 777 oil for local aplication
Diet ( dont use salt with milk ) fibre rich diet, avoid oily spicy food Yoga
Follow up after 7 days
Regards Dr Yash Batra
Treatment - 1. Arogyavardhni vati 2-0-2 after meal 2. Kayakalpa vati 2-0-2 after meal 3.Neem ghanvati 2 -0-2 after meal 4. Mahamanjistharishta + Khadiraristh - 2 tsp each with 4tsp water twice a day after meal 5.Kayakalp oil - Local application over the affected area (but don’t use on scalp) Diet- Avoid sour and spicy food,fast food. Avoid curd, pickle, brinjal,lemon. Take bitter gourd, bottle guard, fruits Yoga - Anulom vilom, bhastrika, tratak, Sheetali, sheetkari.
Remedies - Apply freshly extracted Aloe vera gel. Use neem based soap. Don’t worry , follow these and you will definitely get relief. Don’t hesitate to reach out for any further query. Would like to hear your improvement in the review.
Regards, Dr. Anupriya
Don’t worry take arogya vardini vati 1tab , pancha tikta ghrita Guggulu 1tab, artisor ointment Externally, swadista virechana churnam 1tsp with lukewarm water,rasa Manikya ras 1tab bd enough
Hi niziini this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem…see maa…if you want get permanent cure in short time then go with VIRECHANA procedure along with oral medicine maa. Rx- vilwadi gulika 1-0-1 after food Rajanyadi churna 1tsp twice before food with Luke warm water Gulugulu marichyadi taila apply over discoloration maa… Follow up after 15 days… See maa it is not 1 day process to cure it needs regular follow and proper stage wise treatment… If you follow then only it effects
Kayakalpa vati -one tablet, eat twice daily before food with warm water Neemghan vati Kaishore guggulu Giloyghan vati One tablet twice daily after food with warm water Mahamanjistadi aristha-4 tsp with equal quantity of water twice daily after food Kayakalpa taila -external application to be done
It sounds like your daughter is experiencing symptoms that align with a condition known as “Ekakushta” in Ayurveda, which closely resembles modern psoriasis. This condition is associated with imbalances in the Vata and Kapha doshas. Here are some steps you might consider to help manage these symptoms:
1. Dietary Modifications: Begin with avoiding foods that aggravate Vata and Kapha such as cold, dry, and processed foods. Encourage consumption of warm, cooked meals that are easy to digest. Consider incorporating spices like ginger, cumin, and fennel that promote digestion. Also, avoid heavy dairy items which can aggravate Kapha.
2. Herbal Remedies: Traditional Ayurvedic herbs like Tumeric and Neem are helpful for skin health. Turmeric can be consumed in milk or applied as a paste on the affected areas mixed with a little coconut oil. Neem can be taken in capsule form or used as a neem oil for topical application.
3. Oil Massage (Abhyanga): Regular oil massage with warm sesame or coconut oil can help balance Vata and provide nourishment to the skin. Do this daily before bath, gently massaging the affected areas.
4. Lifestyle Adjustments: Stress can exacerbate psoriasis, so incorporating yoga and meditation can be quite beneficial. Encourage activities that promote relaxation and mental balance.
5. Hydration and Moisturization: Drink plenty of water to keep the skin hydrated from within. Apply a natural moisturizer like aloe-vera gel after bathing to retain skin moisture.
6. Digestive Health (Agni): Ensure her digestion is optimal by avoiding heavy meals and promoting regular detoxification. Triphala powder at bedtime is a good option, it’s traditionally used to maintain digestive health.
7. Professional Consultation: Since conditions like psoriasis might require ongoing management, it’s advisable to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner who can provide a personalized treatment plan based on your daughter’s specific constitution and symptoms.
Remember, while these Ayurvedic practices can benefit and may reduce symptoms, they are complementary. Please do consult with a healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen.
Based on the description, it seems like your daughter may be experiencing symptoms of psoriasis. In Siddha-Ayurvedic terms, this condition is often linked to an imbalance of Pitta and Vata doshas. The skin becomes thick and dark due to the accumulation of toxins (ama) and effects on rasa and rakta dhatus (the fluid and blood tissues). Here are some practical steps you can take:
One important aspect is diet modification. Encourage her to avoid spicy, fried, and overly oily foods, as well as packaged and processed goods. Incorporate more fresh vegetables and fruits, with an emphasis on bitter, astringent and sweet tastes—in particular, vegetables like bitter gourd and greens to help balance Pitta. Include ghee (clarified butter) in moderation to nourish tissues and support the body’s balance.
Additionally, a herbal oil like neem oil or coconut oil with turmeric can be soothing. She can apply it to the affected areas twice a day. These oils have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties which may help reduce the thickening and spread.
It’s also beneficial to practice pranayama and yoga, focusing on calming and cooling practices such as Sheetali and Anulom Vilom breathing exercises. These can help to balance the internal energies and reduce stress, which can be a trigger for psoriasis flare-ups.
Internal cleansing is useful too. Regular intake of Triphala churna before bed can help in detoxifying the system and support digestive health—be sure to start with small doses and increase based on tolerance.
Ensure she stays hydrated by drinking enough water throughout the day to assist in flushing out toxins.
Before starting any new regimen or if symptoms worsen, please consult a local Ayurveda practitioner or a healthcare provider to tailor an approach suitable to her specific needs. Remember, regular monitoring and adjustments are key for managing chronic conditions like this safely.
HELLO,
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
Yes — nail pitting (tiny depressions on the nail surface) is a common symptom of psoriasis, caused by abnormal nail growth from psoriatic inflammation.
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 WHITE PATCHES -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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