Kayachikitsa In English - #4082

For the past few months, I’ve been dealing with unexplained fatigue and joint stiffness that just doesn’t seem to go away. A friend recommended looking into Ayurvedic treatments, specifically kayachikitsa in English, since I am not fluent in Sanskrit or Hindi and want to understand the concepts better. From what I’ve read, kayachikitsa in English translates to internal medicine in Ayurveda and focuses on treating imbalances in the body. But I’m struggling to figure out how it differs from conventional medicine. How does kayachikitsa in English explain conditions like chronic fatigue or joint problems? Does it address the root cause differently compared to modern treatments? I am also curious about the role of diet in kayachikitsa in English. My eating habits have been irregular, and I often rely on processed food. Does this directly contribute to imbalances that kayachikitsa in English aims to correct? If yes, are there specific dietary guidelines or practices I should start following? Another thing I’ve noticed is that most resources about kayachikitsa in English talk about detoxifying the body through therapies like Panchakarma. Is this always necessary, or can the treatments involve just herbal medicines and dietary changes? I’m hesitant about intense therapies, so I’d like to know if there are gentler approaches within kayachikitsa in English for people like me who are new to Ayurveda. Lastly, I have a history of mild asthma. How does kayachikitsa in English handle chronic conditions like this? Can it be used alongside my current medications, or does it require stopping them altogether? I’d appreciate it if someone could guide me about integrating Ayurvedic and allopathic treatments safely.