HELLO,
Eczema- is called vicharchika in Ayurveda It’s a type of kushta (skin disorder) that mainly involves vata and Kapha doshas, sometimes also pitta when there’s redness, burning, or oozing
AYURVEDIC VIEW -VATA DOSHA causes dryness, scaling, roughness, and cracks -KAPHA DOSHA causes thickening, itching, and stickiness -PITTA DOSHA causes redness , burning, and oozing
When these doshas get disturbed by wrong diet, stress, lack of sleep, or poor digestion, they mix with the blood and settle in the skin That leads to the symptoms your grandson experiences - dry, itching, inflamed patches on arms, neck and back
TREATMENT GOALS -remove toxins from the body -purify blood -balance the doshas -heal the skin and strengthen immunity -improve digestion and metabolism
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) KHADIRARISHTA= 20 ml twice daily after meals with warm water =excellent blood purifier, reduces itching and rashes
2) MANJISTHADI KAHSAYA= 20 ml twice daily before meals with warm water =detoxifies skin and improves complexion
3) GANDHAK RASAYANA= 1 tab twice daily after meals =acts as Rasayana,a boosts immunity, prevents infection
4) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals = regulates liver and digestion, essential skin health
5) SARIVADI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals =cooling and soothing balances pitta and rakta
6) SOOTSEKHAR RAS (if dryness is severe)= 1 tab twice daily with ghee after meals =reduces vata, calm itching, and improves digestion
DURATION= 8-12 weeks
EXTERNAL TREATMENT
CLEANSING -use lukewarm water infused with Neem leaves or triphala powder = cleanses, prevents infection, and reduces itching
TOPICAL APPLICATIONS -Coconut oil + few drops of neem oil= apply gently twice daily- soothes dryness, antibacterial
-JATYADI TAILA= apply on sores on cracks- speeds wound healing, reduces infection
-KAILAS JEEVAN OR ALOE VERA GEL=for mild itching or redness- cooling and mositurizing
-KUMKUMADI TAILA (night)= if skin becomes too dark or patchy= improves texture and tone
Avoid steroid creams or perfumed lotions, as they can worsen dryness over time
DIET AND LIFESTYLE -warm, freshly cooked food with a little ghee -green leafy vegetables boiled/spiced lightly -fruits=pomegranate, apple, papaya, amla -whole grains= rice, wheat, millets -herbal teas with tulsi, guduchi , or licorice -adequate water intake warm water preferred
AVOID -curd, cheese, panner, and other dairy especially at night -fried, oily, and spicy foods -sour foods- vinegar, pickles, citrus in excess -junk foods, bakery items, soft drinks -late night sleep ,irregular eating -excessive stress or overthinknig increases vata
YOGA ASANAS -bhujangasana= improves blood flow to skin -ardha matysnedrasana= enhances digestion -tadasana and vrikshasana= stabilises vata -pawanmuktasana= relieves bloating, aids detox
PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances all doshas -Bhramari= calms the mind and reduces itching related to stress -Sheetali/sheetkari= cooling, helps pitta related burning or redness
HOME REMEDIES -Neem and turmeric paste- apply on itchy areas 1-2 times/week -anti septic, anti inflamatory -Coconut water with camphor tiny pinch- for night application- relieves itching and dryness -Aloe vera pulp + sandalwood powder - apply as a mask- cools and soothes skin -Drink turmeric. milk 1/4 tsp turmeric in warm milk nightly- supports internal cleansing -Bath with oatmeal or green gram powder- natural cleanser for sensitive skin
Eczema is a chronic but reversible condition. Ayurveda treats is holistically- by cleansing toxins, nourishing skin and restoring internal harmony The key lies in -consistency with herbal medicines -proper diet and regular lifestyle -avoiding known triggers -keeping a cam, stress free mind
Once the doshas are balanced and digestion is strong, skin regains its natural softness and glow- with fewer flare ups
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Why your eczema is persisting (simple explanation) From your details:
6 months duration Dry, flaky skin Food triggers Night-time itching worse This strongly suggests: Pitta + Vata imbalance Chronic skin dryness (Rukshata) Heat + toxin build-up in blood (Rakta dushti) Night itching → Pitta rises naturally at night (10 pm–2 am) Brown color = post-inflammatory pigmentation, not permanent damage. Immediate relief for NIGHT ITCHING (very important) 🌙 Night routine (do this daily) Before sleep: Mix: Coconut oil – 1 teaspoon Neem oil – 4–5 drops Apply gently on affected area Do NOT rub Wear loose cotton clothing ✔ This reduces: Heat Itching Night irritation ⏳ Relief in itching: 3–7 days Internal Ayurvedic support (to reduce recurrence) 🌿 Core medicines (simple & effective) 1️⃣ Gandhak Rasayan 1 tablet twice daily after food → Best for chronic eczema, itching, dryness 2️⃣ Khadirarishta 15 ml + equal water, after lunch & dinner → Blood purification, reduces pigmentation 3️⃣ Triphala churna 3–5 g at night with warm water → Reduces toxin load, improves skin healing ⚠️ Avoid mixing too many medicines at once. Diet control (THIS decides success or failure) Since food triggers your itching, this is crucial. ❌ STRICTLY AVOID (at least 6 weeks) Curd (especially at night) Sour foods (pickle, vinegar) Tomatoes Brinjal Bakery items Excess sugar Fried & packaged food ✅ PREFERRED FOODS Moong dal Lauki, tori, pumpkin Rice / roti Ghee (1–2 tsp/day) Coconut water Boiled vegetables Food control alone can reduce itching by 40–50%. Bathing & skincare rules (often ignored) Use lukewarm water only No soap on affected area (use besan + water if needed) No loofah / scrub After bath → apply plain coconut oil For brown discoloration (once itching reduces) ⚠️ Do NOT try to treat pigmentation while itching is active. After 3–4 weeks (when redness/itching calms): Apply Kumkumadi Taila Only at night Very small amount Patch test first Pigmentation lightens gradually in 2–3 months.
Hlo,
Based on Ayurvedic understanding, your symptoms suggest Vicharchika / Pitta–Kapha dominant Kushtha, where Pitta causes burning, itching & dark/brown discoloration, and Kapha causes oozing, thickening & chronicity. Night-time itching increases because Pitta naturally aggravates at night 🌙.
Ayurvedic Cause Aggravated Pitta → burning, irritation, brown/black discoloration Kapha + toxins (Ama) → chronic eczema, dryness, thick skin
Food triggers → incompatible & inflammatory diet (Viruddha Ahara)
Ayurvedic Prescription (General guidance) 🌿 Internal Medicines (Use under an Ayurvedic doctor’s supervision)
- Gandhak Rasayan – 1 tablet twice daily after food - Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet once daily after lunch - Mahamanjisthadi Kwath – 15 ml + equal warm water, twice daily - Avipattikar Churna – ½ tsp at night with warm water (reduces night itching)
🌿 External Application Neem oil + Coconut oil (1:1) Apply gently twice daily, especially before sleep
If burning is severe → Shatdhauta Ghrita at night ❌ Avoid steroid creams (they worsen discoloration long-term)
🍽️ Diet Rules (VERY IMPORTANT) ✅ Eat Bottle gourd, ridge gourd, pumpkin Rice, moong dal Pomegranate, apple Buttermilk (daytime only) ❌ Avoid Completely Curd at night Eggs, fish, meat Fried, spicy, sour foods Bakery, chocolate, fermented foods Milk + salt or milk + fruits together
🌙 Night-Time Itching Control Tips Wash affected area with cool water only Apply oil/ghrita before sleep Keep nails short Sleep before 11 PM
⏳ Improvement Timeline Itching relief: 2–3 weeks Color improvement: 6–8 weeks Chronic control: 3–4 months with diet discipline ⚠️ If lesions are oozing, infected, or spreading fast, Panchakarma (Virechana / Raktamokshana) may be needed. Tq
Hello I can understand your concern regarding eczema that’s been around forever. All that itching, dark skin, dryness, and then it gets even worse at night – it’s really tough.
When you’re constantly itching, it messes with your sleep and just makes you feel stressed out. But don’t worry, Ayurveda has a way of getting to the bottom of eczema and can give you lasting relief if you stick with it.
AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING ABOUT ECZEMA
In Ayurveda, eczema often looks a lot like what we call Vicharchika or Kushtha.
Your symptoms sound like:
–Pitta + Kapha are high: That’s why you’re itchy, your skin color is off, and it’s inflamed. –Rakta Dushti (blood isn’t pure): This shows up as those brown or dark skin patches. –Rukshata (dryness): Explains why your skin is flaky. –Ama built up: This points to certain foods being triggers and why it’s been going on for so long. –Night itching: Pitta and Rakta get stirred up more at night.
When your digestion (Agni) is weak, bad stuff (Ama) gets into your blood and shows up on your skin.
What to Check (If You Haven’t Already)
It’s a good idea to check these things to rule out anything making it worse: * CBC * ESR / CRP * Liver function * Serum IgE (tells us about allergies) * Vitamin D & B12
AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
1. SHODHANA
–Virechana (gentle cleanse): This is great for eczema that’s been around a while.
–Regular blood-cleansing treatments: Really good for long-term cases.
2. INTERNAL MEDICATION
For Itching, Skin Color, & Inflammation * Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 pill twice a day after food * Mahamanjishthadi Kwath – 15 ml twice a day with the same amount of warm water * Gandhak Rasayan – 1 pill twice a day after food * Khadirarishta – 15 ml twice a day after food with water
For Night Itching and Heat * Avipattikar Churna – 1 teaspoon at bedtime with warm water * Guduchi (Giloy) Churna – 3 grams twice a day
EXTERNAL CARE
Daily Care: * Put Karanj Taila or Nimba Taila on the spots twice a day. * If your skin is super dry: Mix Nimba Taila + Coconut oil (half and half).
Bathing: * Use lukewarm water. * Put neem leaves or triphala tea in your bath water. * Skip regular soaps; use an herbal scrub or a gentle glycerin soap.
DIET PLAN
✅INCLUDE * Warm, fresh meals. * Rice, wheat, moong dal. * Bottle gourd, ridge gourd, pumpkin. * Pomegranate, apple, pear. * A little cow ghee. * Lots of warm water.
❌AVOID * Curd, buttermilk at night. * Sour, fermented foods. * Pickles, vinegar. * Baked goods, fast food. * Tomatoes, brinjal (if they make itching worse). * Too much sugar & salt. * Seafood (a common trigger for eczema).
LIFESTYLE CHANGES
* Go to bed before 10:30 p.m. * Don’t sleep during the day. * Keep your nails short (so you don’t scratch). * Wear loose, cotton clothes. * Try to chill out (stress makes eczema worse).
HELPFUL TIPS * Sheetali & Sheetkari Pranayama (breathing exercises). * A short walk in the morning. * Gentle oil massage (with oils that don’t irritate).
Important Reminders
* Don’t keep using steroid creams. * Don’t switch treatments all the time. * Stick to the diet – medicines alone won’t do it. * Talk to an Ayurvedic doctor before doing any major cleansing.
Eczema is something you can manage and get under control with Ayurveda, especially when you fix your digestion, clean up your blood, and sort out your lifestyle. If you’re consistent, you’ll have fewer flare-ups, and your skin will naturally look and feel better.
Hope you get healthy, calm skin and some good sleep soon!
Warm Regards Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Take arogyavardhani vati 2 bd Take livtone 2 bd Take gandhakrasyan 2 bd Take panchtikta ghurth apply and take 5 ml at empty stomach at morning Take haridrakhand 5 gm tds after food Take histadin tab ( kerla ayurved) 2 bd Definitely give results avoid salt farmet food and curd and milk and milk products
THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR CONCERN
BASED ON YOUR HISTORY THIS APPEARS TO BE A CHRONIC ECZEMA CONDITION WITH DRYNESS PIGMENTATION AND NIGHT TIME AGGRAVATION WHICH IS VERY COMMON IN LONG STANDING SKIN ISSUES THE INCREASED IRRITATION AT NIGHT INDICATES INTERNAL IMBALANCE ALONG WITH ACCUMULATED TOXICITY AND NERVOUS SYSTEM INVOLVEMENT BROWNISH DISCOLORATION USUALLY DEVELOPS DUE TO REPEATED INFLAMMATION SCRATCHING AND IMPROPER HEALING OVER TIME
IN SUCH CASES EXTERNAL CREAMS ALONE DO NOT GIVE LASTING RELIEF TREATMENT HAS TO WORK FROM INSIDE TO REDUCE INTERNAL HEAT DRYNESS AND ALLERGIC RESPONSE AND TO IMPROVE SKIN REGENERATION
YOU MAY START WITH MAHAMANJISTHADI KASHAYAM 15 ML WITH EQUAL WATER TWICE DAILY BEFORE FOOD KAISHORE GUGGULU 2 TABLETS TWICE DAILY AFTER FOOD AND AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA HALF TEASPOON AT NIGHT WITH WARM WATER TO SUPPORT DIGESTION AND REDUCE NIGHT ITCHING
FOR LOCAL APPLICATION USE ALOE VERA GEL MIXED WITH A FEW DROPS OF COCONUT OIL AND APPLY A THIN LAYER ON AFFECTED AREAS TWICE DAILY AVOID SCRATCHING AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE AS IT WORSENS PIGMENTATION AND THICKENING OF SKIN
CERTAIN FOODS CAN DEFINITELY TRIGGER ECZEMA SO IT IS IMPORTANT TO OBSERVE AND AVOID ITEMS THAT CLEARLY INCREASE ITCHING SUCH AS VERY SPICY FRIED FERMENTED OR PACKAGED FOODS ALSO AVOID MIXING DAIRY WITH SOUR OR SALTY FOODS
IMPROVEMENT IN IRRITATION IS USUALLY SEEN WITHIN THREE TO FOUR WEEKS BUT PIGMENTATION AND COMPLETE SKIN HEALING TAKES LONGER AND NEEDS CONTINUITY IF SYMPTOMS FLARE UP SEVERELY OR SPREAD RAPIDLY A DETAILED REVIEW AND ADJUSTMENT OF MEDICINES WILL BE REQUIRED
Follow some simple lifestyle changes and dietary changes and you will see results for your problem.
✔️Do’s✔️ Drink buttermilk daily. Daily 3-4 tsp ghee in the whole day Eat freshly cooked food. Drink warm water. Lunch and dinner on fixed timings. 100 steps after every meal. If possible dinner as early as 7-8 pm.
🧘♀️ Yogasan : 🧘♀️ 1. Pawanmuktasana 2. Bhujangasana 3. Dhanurasana 4. Paschimottanasana 5. Ardha Matsyendrasana 6. Vajrasana 7. Supta Matsyendrasana
🧘♀️ Pranayam: 🧘♀️ 1. Bhramari 2.Bhasrika 3.Kapalbhati 4.Jyoti Tratak 5. Anulom Vilom
❌Don’ts:❌ Packed and processed food. Ready to eat items. Oily and spicy food. Sour and fermented products. Dals (only moong dal can be eaten) Besan Raw vegetables and sprouts Curd Reduce dairy intake.
💊Medication 💊
Tab. Raspachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Laghumalini avasant 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Liv 52 DS 1 tab twice a day before food. Cap. Marvin 2 caps twice a day before food
Syp. Sarivadhyasav 2 tsp with half a cup of warm water before food.
Tab. Gandharva Haritaki Vati 2 tabs at bed time with a cup of hot water.
Lukewarm sesame seed oil body massage (Abhyanga), A little exercise so that you get some sweat pearls on your body followed by hot water bath.
Start with Panchtiktagrit guggul 1-0-1 Aarogyavardhini 1-0-1 Neem ghanvati 1-0-1 Kamdudharas 1-0-1 Gokshura guggul 1-0-0 All after food with water Apply karanj oil on affected skin area. Avoid processed spicy sugary foods, street foods, Junk food Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins twice daily.
Medicines 1 Kaishore Guggulu – 2 tablets morning + 2 tablets night after food 2 Gandhak Rasayan – 250 mg morning + night with water 3 Manjisthadi Kwath – 20 ml + 20 ml warm water morning empty stomach 4 Haridrakhand – 5–10 gm night with warm water
Local Application (twice daily – must) Wash with Triphala water , apply Jatyadi Ghrita + Panchatikta Ghrita thin layer and leave on (soothes irritation & heals skin).
Diet Give daily: moong khichdi + ghee, pomegranate, coconut water. Avoid completely: suspected trigger foods, spicy/sour, dairy, fried food, seafood.
Lifestyle Lukewarm bath only, pat dry gently. Avoid scratching – use cotton clothes. Sleep 10 PM – 6 AM (reduces night flare).
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
