Seeking Home Remedies for Fungal Infection and Itching - #45541

Hello I​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ really feel for you that you have had to cope with SLE for years and now on top of that, you have this fungal infection that won’t go away, with itching that is severe and gets worse at night.

As SLE is a condition that lowers the immune system, fungal infections are generally the case that keeps repeating and getting more and more resistant. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊

YOUR CONCERN & PROBABLE AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING

Your symptoms Fungal infection for 2 months, not responding to treatment Severe itching at night Creams and tablets are in use but no relief SLE for 8 years (immune system is weak)

Ayurvedic View This means: Pitta-Kapha imbalance Rakta Dushti (pollution of blood) Low Ojas because of a chronic autoimmune condition Wet, warm skin conditions which help the growth of fungi

Therefore, the treatment should be soft, cooling, anti-fungal, and immunity enhancing.

INTERNAL AYURVEDIC MEDICATION (SAFE WITH S.L.E.)

(These medicines are mild and generally safe but if you’re on steroids or immunosuppressants, please check with your doctor)

1. Gandhak Rasayan – 1–0–1 after food – Very good in fungal infections & itching – Removes impurities from blood & calms down skin inflammation

2. Nimbadi Ghanvati – 1–0–1 – Antifungal + antibacterial + reduces Pitta-Kapha

3. Arogyavardhini Vati – 1–0–1 (if digestion is good) – Helps to get rid of skin toxins & supports liver (which is very important in SLE)

4. Guduchi Satva – 1 tsp in warm water morning – An immune system modulator & very safe in SLE

EXTERNAL CARE (VERY IMPORTANT)

1. Anti-fungal wash (home remedy) Neem water wash Boil 20–25 neem leaves in water Cool and wash the affected area twice daily Pat dry completely (no moisture)

2. Drying anti-fungal powder

Make a mixture of: Khas (vetiver) powder 1 tsp Neem powder 1 tsp Talc-free dusting powder 2 tsp Use 2–3 times/day.

3. Turmeric + aloe vera gel Mix ½ tsp turmeric in 1 tbsp aloe vera gel Put on a thin layer at night Relieves itching, kills fungus

4. Pure Coconut oil + Camphor Warm 2 tbsp coconut oil Add a pinch of camphor Put on once daily (daytime) → helps to slow down fungal growth

HOME REMEDIES

1. 1 glass buttermilk + pinch of cumin (afternoon) – Works as a coolant + good for gut immunity

2. 1 tsp giloy juice or tablet daily – Immunity strengthening that is safe in SLE

3. 1 tsp turmeric + warm water – Antifungal & anti-inflammatory

DIET PLAN

INCLUDE

–Bitter foods such as neem, methi, and karela – Moong dal, lauki, tinda – Homemade buttermilk – Fruits: pomegranate, apple – Warm water –Turmeric, cumin, coriander

AVOID – Curd (fungus friendly) – Sugar, sweets – Maida, bakery items – Oily, fried foods – Tight clothing – Staying in sweaty clothes – Talcum powders (trap moisture)

LIFESTYLE TIPS Ensure that the infected area is kept clean, dry, and well-ventilated

Do not scratch Iron your undergarments (kills fungal spores) Wear loose cotton garments After sweating, change your clothes Sleep well (7-8 hours)

With consistent internal medication, external care you will definitely see the result

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate