Hello
It is understandable that the disorder of trichotillomania and hair loss seems incredibly distressing and overwhelming to you.
The fact that it has been 10 years since you last encountered the problem, and the urge to pull your hair several times a day—especially when you are concentrating—demonstrates that there is an extreme imbalance of Vata-Pitta, which is affecting Manovaha Srotas (the mind channels).
✅ AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR CONDITION
In Ayurveda, Trichotillomania is considered as: A type of OCD - Manas vikara due to Vata aggravation, Involvement of Pitta that leads to irritation, impulsivity, and heat in the scalp Rasa–Raktadusti, causes the hair roots to become weak Manovaha Srotodushti, resulting in repetitive obsessive behaviour Oja kshaya signs: stress, reduced mental stability, and compulsive impulses
As the pulling of hairs is driven by habit and gets worse during focusing, the mind requires sthanika (local) treatment in addition to systemic treatment.
✅AYURVEDIC TREATMENT PLAN
✅ INTERNAL MEDICATION
For Mind–Stress–Impulse Control
1 Brahmi Vati — 1 tablet twice daily (Calming of compulsive impulses, focus enhancement, Vata stabilization.)
2 Saraswata Churna — ½ tsp with honey at night (Perfectly fits manovaha srotas, anxiety, and OCD patterns.)
3 Ashwagandha Capsule — 1 capsule twice daily (Hair pulling caused by stress is lessened.)
✅ For Hair Strengthening
1 Bhringraj Capsule — 1 capsule twice daily (Makes the hair grow again, powerfully roots strengthening.)
2 Amalaki Rasayana — 1 tsp morning on an empty stomach (Good for scalp health and Pitta balance)
✅PANCHAKARMA THERAPY
Very strongly suggested for long-term relief and the panchakarma center should be close by where it can be done
Shirodhara It changes the behavior drastically, which is the compulsive hair pulling and thereby also the mind gets relaxed.
Shirovasti / Shiro Pichu Brain gets the nutrition, and the impulses are decreased.
Nasya with Anu Taila (daily 2–3 drops) It brings Prana Vayu to balance and emotional stability improves.
✅LOCAL SCALP TREATMENT
✅ External Applications Neelibhringadi Taila massage — daily Roots are made strong by it, and regrowth gets better. Aloe vera gel + 2 drops of bhringraj oil — apply on front scalp daily
✅DIET & LIFESTYLE
Foods that Calm Mind & Reduce Compulsion Ashwagandha or nutmeg warm milk at night Ghee (1–2 tsp daily) – the nutritive agent of Ojas Walnuts, sesame seeds, dates Green moong, lots of fruits
Do not eat: coffee, too much screen time, spicy foods, and don’t stay up late
Behavioural Tips At first, keep your hair short While studying or focusing, wear a hairband or cap During concentration, keep a fidget ring or stress ball for your hands Practice Bhramari & Nadi Shodhana pranayama daily
If you are consistent in following the above protocol, the urge will be subdued, and healthy hair growth will be restored. I am here to help you through every step - do not be uneasy, this condition can be cured with patience and the right therapy.
Warm Regards –Dr Snehal Vidhate
HELLO,
WHAT IT IS -Trichotillomania is a condition where you feel a strong, hard to control urge to pull out your own hair. most people pull from the scalp, eyebrows, or eyelashes, but it can be anywhere
WHY IT HAPPENS -Exact cause is not fully known… It’s a mod body condition. modern medicine sees it as related to problems in brain chemistry (serotonin, dopamine, glutamate). In Ayurveda, it can be understood as an imbalance of prana vata (the mental/nervous aspect of vata dosa) and often associated with Rajasika mind imbalance (restlessness, impulsivity). stress, anxiety, or boredom often trigger it.
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT CONTINUES -Hair loss, bald patches, infections in scalp, scars, changes in appearance, low self confidence, and guilt/shame feelings
IMPORTANT NOTE -It is not just a bad habit; it is a medical condition involving both the brain and the body
TREATMENT GOALS -Reduce hair-pulling urge= calm the nervous system and mind -Reduce anxiety/stress = often the main trigger -Heal scalp and promote healthy hair regrowth -strengthen overall mind-body balance -build long term coping and relapse prevention with lifestyle and behavioural therapy
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) BRAHMI CAPSULES= 500mg twice daily with warm after meals for 3 months =calms the nervous system, improves concentration, reduces anxiety
2) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime for 3 months =adaptogen, reduces strsss, improves sleep ,s strengthen body
3) JATAMANSI CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily for 3 months =nervine relaxants improves sleep, reduces restlessness
4) AMLA POWDER= 1 tsp daily with warm water =rasayana for hair and immunity, antioxidanrs
5) SARASWATARISHTA= 15mlwith equal water after meals twice daily for 3months =classical formulation for memory, anxiety, sleep ad emotional balance
EXTERNAL THERAPIES
1) HEAD OIL MASSAGE= with KSHEERBALA TAILA -massage scalp gently 2-3 times per week leave 30-60 min, wash its mild herbal shampoo =nourishes hair roots, calms vata in head, improves sleep
2) NASYA THERAPY -instil 2 drops of Bhrami ghee in each nostril usually morning after cleansing =nourishes brain channels, calms mind= for 7 days
LIFESTYLE CHANGES -SLEEP= maintain regular sleep (10-11 pm bedtime) poor sleep increases urges -STRESS CONTROL= avoid overstimulation too much screen time, late night work -ROUTINE= have structured daily schedule - body and mind settle with predictability -AVOID STIMULANTS= coffee, alcohol, smoking, excessive spicy/fired/junk foods- all increase vata and rajas
YOGA ASANAS -shavasana -balasana -vajrasana -paschimottanasana =calming for nervous system
PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom=5-10 min daily -Bhramari for calming mind -Nadi shuddhi pranayam
MEDITATION -Guided relaxation or mantra meditation
DIET -warm, freshly cooked food, ghee, milk, dates, soaked almonds, leafy greens, seasonal fruits, whole grains -Good spices= turmeric, cumin, fennel, coriander
AVOID -excess dry, cold, processed, spicy or caffeinated foods
HYDRATION= warm water or herbal teas brahmi or chamomile
HOME REMEDIES -Drink milk boiled with a pinch of nutmeg at bedtime-aids sleep -scalp massage with warm coconut oil + a few drops of brahmi oil once or twice a week -Amla + aloe vera juice daily in small amounts for hair support -tulsi tea for calming stress
-Trichotillomania is not your fault- it is recognised medical condition -Ayurveda helps by calming the nervous system, nourishing scalp and hair, reducing anxiety, and strengthening resilience -Behavioural therapy (hair reversal training) is still the most effective way to directly reduce hair pulling urges- combining it with Ayurveda can give best results -progress take time- usually 8-12 weeks before visible reduction in urges and hair improvement
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
take amlaki 2 bd take bramhi 2 bd take livtine 2 bd take shatavri 2 bd or do panchkarma and nasya with 2 drop panchgavayam
