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Gastrointestinal Disorders
Question #43987
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How to Address Chronic Digestion and Skin Issues? - #43987

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What to do to clear chronic digestion. My skin is way too dry because of that and also my left hand I have a ptach that I keep scratching and over time it has become like a skin disease. Nothing seems to cure it.

How long have you been experiencing digestive issues?:

- More than 6 months

Have you noticed any specific triggers for your skin condition?:

- Certain foods

How would you describe your overall stress levels?:

- Very high, constantly stressed
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Don’t worry take Pancharista 20ml bd, chitrakadi vati 1tab bd, Arogya vardini vati 1tab, gandhaka rasyana 1tab bd, rajwadiprash gold 1tsp with milk

Dr RC BAMS MS

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Take Avipattikara churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp Brahmi vati 1-0-1 Kaishore guggulu 1-0-1 Jatyadi taila- over the patch Triphala churna 0-0-1 tsp at bedtime Whole body massage with warm sesame oil Ghee 1/2 tsp daily in diet

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Internal Medicines- 1 Dadimadi Ghrita – 10 gm morning empty stomach with warm water 2 Avipattikar Churna – 3 gm + warm water 30 min before dinner 3 Gandhak Rasayan – 250 mg morning + night with water 4 Kaishor Guggulu – 2 tablets twice daily after food 5 Ashwagandha Lehyam – 10 gm night with warm milk

Local Application on Left-Hand Patch (twice daily) Morning: wash with Triphala water → apply Bakuchi + Karanja Taila (1:1) → mild sun 10 min Night: wash → thick layer Jatyadi Ghrita → cover with cotton cloth overnight

Daily Must-Do 1 tsp cow ghee + 200 ml warm milk morning & night Full-body warm Bala-Ashwagandha Taila massage → 10 min → hot bath → daily Anulom-Vilom + Bhramari 15 min daily (stress will drop 70 % in 21 days)

Diet – 100 % Follow Give only: moong khichdi + ghee, thin buttermilk with roasted jeera, pomegranate, coconut water

Avoid completely: tea/coffee, spicy-sour-salty, maida, bakery, curd, non-veg, outside food

Start today – you will feel the difference from week 1.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Start on Hingwastaka churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp with warm water after meals Chitrakadi vati 1-1-1 Neem capsule 1-0-1 Haridra khand 1/2-0-1/2 tsp Apply Kayakalpa taila locally Drink plenty of fluids Avoid spicy sour fermented foods

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Hello I​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ can totally imagine how annoying it is to live with digestive problems that are long-term and still have dry skin and an itching patch that just keeps getting worse. These are connected symptoms but don’t be anxious, we got your back.

✅ AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING

Your symptoms talk about: 👉Chronic Mandagni (low digestive fire) = Ama (toxins) Which results in: Bloating, irregular bowels Feeling of heaviness after meals Dull complexion

👉 Vata aggravation Due to stress, late eating, dryness, irregular routines - dry skin, rough, and itchy patches

👉 Pitta involvement Because the itching gets worse with some foods- local inflammatory patch on the left hand

✅ AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT

✅ INTERNAL MEDICATION

👉For Digestion 1 Hingwashtak Churna – ½ tsp before lunch & dinner with warm water 2 Avipattikar Churna – ½ tsp at bedtime with warm water ( Corrects Vata + Pitta together,Prevents constipation & acid irritation)

👉For Dry Skin from Inside 1 Sukumara Ghrita – 1 tsp morning on an empty stomach ( Restores the gut-lining, Lessens dryness, Eases Vata-related stress patterns)

👉 For the Itchy Patch (Skin Lesion) 1 Karanjadi Taila – Mix and apply twice daily

NEVER scratch (this escalates Vata & inflammation) In case the patch is extremely dry: Put on Shatadhauta Ghrita at night – Very calming – It breaks the itch-scratch cycle

✅ DIET MODIFICATION

❌Foods to Avoid (Very Important) Curd Bread / pastries Cold drinks Coffee on an empty stomach Fermented foods Spicy, sour, and fried foods All varieties of pickles and chutneys

✔️Foods to Include (Daily) Warm water regularly Ghee (½–1 tsp/day) Moong dal khichdi Steamed vegetables After meals drink water with Jeera + Ajwain + Saunf Almonds, soaked overnight

✅ Stress & Mind-Body Connection Every day calming routine (5 minutes only): 10 slow deep breaths 2 minutes of alternate nostril breathing (Anulom Vilom) Warm sesame oil foot massage before sleep

All these activities work directly on Vata and improve digestion.

Warm Regards, Dr Snehal ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌Vidhate

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✔️ Do’s: ✔️ Millet roti Stay Hydrated Buttermilk (daily include in your meal) Moong dal (green and yellow both are ok) All fruit vegetables Leafy vegetables (except methi and dil)

🧘‍♀️ Yogasan : 🧘‍♀️

1. Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) 2. Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) 3. Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose) 4. Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Fold) 5. Halasana (Plow Pose) 6. Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand Pose) 7. Matsyasana (Fish Pose) 8. Supta Matsyendrasana (Reclined Spinal Twist) 9. Surya Namaskar 10. Malasan (Squats Pose)

🧘‍♀️ Pranayam : 🧘‍♀️ 1. Anulo Vilom 2. Bhramari 3. Kapalbhati 4. Shitali 5. Sitkari

❌ Donot’s: ❌ Tea Coffee Addictions Dals (except moong) Sour Packed food Processed food Achar (pickles) Papad Fried food Avoid dairy completely Non veg products

💊 Medication: 💊

Tab. Suthshekhar Ras 1 tab twice a day before food. Tab. Ampachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Kamdudha Vati (praval yukt) 2 tabs twice a day before food. Syp. Drakshasav 2 tsp twice a day before food.

Avipattikar + Hingwashtak Churna ½ tsp each churna mix with rice and eat as first bite of meal

Tab. Shankha vati 2 tabs after food twice a day suck and eat

Tab. Gandharva Haritaki 2 tabs at night with one glass hot water.

Shatadhaut Ghrita Apply on the itchy patch

Chandanbala Lakshadi Tailam Apply on whole body at night and bathe with hot water in the morning

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1.Hingwashtak churna 1 tsp twice daily with warm water before meals 2.Gnadhak rasayan 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Arogyavrdhini vati 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 4.Jeerkarishta 15 ml with 15 ml water twice daily after meals 5.Khadirarishta 15 ml with 15 ml water twice daily after meals

For application- Shat dhaut ghrita twice daily

🥗 Diet & Lifestyle - Eat: Warm, light, freshly cooked food (khichdi, moong dal, steamed vegetables). - Avoid: Fried, spicy, processed foods, excess dairy, and alcohol. - Hydration: Sip warm water throughout the day. - Stress relief: Daily practice of Pranayama (Anulom Vilom, Bhramari) and meditation.

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Hello, Your symptoms digestive issues + very dry skin + a persistent itchy patch + high stress suggest a strong link between gut imbalance + stress + possibly a mild chronic dermatitis/eczema patch.

I’ll give you a clear, Ayurvedic-based plan that is safe and can be started at home, and guide you on when to see a specialist.

🌿 STEP-BY-STEP PLAN TO FIX DIGESTION + SKIN 1️⃣ Morning Gut Reset (Daily for 6–8 weeks) * On empty stomach:

🔸 Option A (simple): 👉 Warm water with 1 tsp ghee (Helps dryness, gut lining repair) 🔸 Option B (stronger): A cup of warm water with: ½ tsp Triphala churna Drink at night

This improves bowel movement, clears toxins, and reduces skin dryness.

2️⃣ Add These Ayurvedic Medicines (Safe & Effective) 🌿 A. For Digestion 1.Triphala (½ tsp at night in warm water) 2.Avipattikar churna (½ tsp before lunch if you have acidity) 🌿 B. For Skin Dryness & Patch 1.Mahathikthakam ghritam – 1 tsp morning empty stomach (Deep detox + skin healing) 🌿 C. For Stress 1.Ashwagandha 500 mg at night after food (Helps stress, sleep, inflammation) 3️⃣ Food Rules — This Will Change Your Skin Quickly For 4 weeks, avoid: 🚫 Excess tea/coffee 🚫 Fermented foods (bread, dosa, idli if they trigger) 🚫 Curd at night 🚫 Deep-fried snacks 🚫 Sugary foods 🚫 Cold water / cold drinks

Eat more: ✔ Warm fresh foods ✔ Moong dal khichdi ✔ Ghee (1–2 tsp/day) ✔ Cooked vegetables ✔ Jeera (cumin) water after meals

4️⃣ Home Treatment for the Itchy Patch Morning Apply: 👉 Virgin coconut oil + a pinch of turmeric (anti-itch, anti-inflammatory)

Night Apply: 👉 Nalpamaradi oil or Kumkumadi oil

5️⃣ Stress Reduction (Important for Skin Healing)

Because you said stress is very high, do at least ONE of these daily: ✔ 10 min deep breathing: Anulom-Vilom Bhramari ✔ 5 min warm oil massage on feet before sleeping ✔ Try to sleep before 11 pm This alone can reduce itching by 30–40%.

🩺 WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR

If: The patch is expanding Bleeding Becoming very thick Or digestion is severely disturbed

These are extremely effective for chronic digestive + skin imbalance.

Warm regards Dr.Sumi MS(Ayu)

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Start with Aarogyavardhini 1-0-1 after food with water Mahamanjistadi kadha 15 ml twice daily after food with water Avipattikar tablet 1-0-1 after food with water Gandhak rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Triphala tablet 0-0-1 at bedtime with water. Kayakalp oil local application on affected skin area. Avoid nonveg food if you are non-vegetarian. Do pranamyam lom -vilom bhastrika kapalbhati brahmri daily for 5-10mins twice Include cow’s ghee 2-4tsp in your diet daily. Avoid wrong food combinations like milk with salty foods/ citrus fruits/ nonveg food.

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Improper digestion often result from an imbalance in the Pitta dosha, which, when aggravated, impacts not only your digestive system but also your skin. For your chronic digestion issues, it’s crucial to first focus on your diet. Begin with consuming warm, freshly cooked meals; avoid raw, processed or cold foods, which can dampen your Agni, the digestive fire. Foods that are spicy, sour, and fried should also be avoided as they can exacerbate Pitta. Instead, incorporate cooling, hydrating foods, such as cucumbers and zucchinis, including herbs like coriander, fennel and mint, which can help pacify Pitta.

Hydration is a must—drink lukewarm water infused with a few coriander seeds throughout the day. Ghee in moderation can be beneficial too, like taken first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach to improve digestion and nourish dry skin. However, monitor your body’s reaction, some individuals might not tolerate ghee well and, adjust as needed.

Your dry skin and the irritated patch on your hand may benefit from external applications alongside internal treatment. Apply coconut oil externally to soothe dry, irritated areas. For your hand, consider a paste made with turmeric and sandalwood, adding a bit of water or rose water to form a smooth mixture; apply it and leave it on for about 20 to 30 mins.

Lifestyle adjustments are also, essential. Practice gentle yoga asanas such as the Cat-Cow stretch and Supta Baddha Konasana to aid digestion and reduce Pitta. Maintain a regular sleep schedule, stress and irregular sleep can impact digestions adversely.

Despite these remedies, if conditions persist, consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis. Balancing doshas and restoring health can be intricate, and ensuring you’re on the right path is crucial. It’s important to keep track of your symptoms and not delay conventional medical intervention when necessary, especially for chronic or severe conditions.

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Chronic digestive issues and related skin concerns often stem from an imbalance in the doshas and impaired agni, the digestive fire. Since digestion is a key determinant of overall health, it is important to regain balance in this area first. From a Siddha-Ayurvedic perspective, drying of the skin and persistent skin patches signal a vata imbalance, possibly with pitta involvement if there’s inflammation.

First, focus on dietary modifications to calm vata and enhance agni. Include foods that are warm, moist, and grounding. Opt for cooked meals and stews seasoned with spices like cumin, ginger, coriander, and fennel to aid digestion. Lubricate the body’s tissues with good fats such as ghee and sesame oil to nurture dry skin. Avoid raw, cold, and processed foods, as these may exacerbate vata disturbances.

Hydration is crucial, not just through water but also through moistening foods and herbal infusions. You can sip on warm water with lemon and honey in the mornings to cleanse the digestive tract. Herbal teas made from licorice or chamomile can help soothe inflammation and dryness.

Herbal formulations might support healing. Consider incorporating avipattikar churna before meals to balance pitta and bolster digestion. Neem and turmeric powders can be gently applied as a paste on the skin patch to reduce itching and support healing. A patch test is needed to rule out any allergies.

Address lifestyle factors: favor regular meal times, adequate sleep, and stress-reducing practices like yoga or pranayama. Exposure to sunlight can be beneficial but in moderation.

If the condition severe or worsening, consult immediately with a health practitioner. ayurvedic solutions can complement treatments but don’t replace expert medical advice where necessary.

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