How to treat hyperhidrosis using Ayurveda for a 78-year-old? - #56665

In Ayurveda, very severe whole-body sweating (hyperhidrosis) in a 78-year-old is most commonly understood as a combination of: Pitta aggravation (excess heat in the body) Vata instability (poor regulation of sweating mechanism) Age-related tissue weakness (Dhatu kshaya) Sometimes “Rakta Pitta” tendency (heat in blood channels) Even if digestion feels normal, in elderly patients the regulatory control of sweat glands becomes unstable, so sweating becomes excessive and persistent. Ayurvedic Understanding of Your Condition 1. Pitta dominance (main factor) Pitta controls: body temperature sweat production metabolic heat When aggravated → continuous sweating without clear trigger 2. Vata involvement (regulation failure) Vata controls: nervous system autonomic balance sweating control When disturbed in old age → overactive or irregular sweating 3. Age factor (important) At 78: tissues (dhatus) are weaker cooling system becomes unstable dehydration risk increases easily So treatment must be very gentle and cooling + strengthening Ayurvedic Treatment Approach Treatment has 3 goals: Cool excess Pitta Stabilize Vata (nervous regulation) Strengthen tissues (Rasayana therapy) Internal Medicines (Ayurvedic classical approach) 1. Praval Pishti Strong natural coolant (calcium-based) Reduces body heat and sweating Safe in elderly in small dose Core medicine for your condition 2. Sutshekhar Ras Balances Pitta and internal heat Helps in unexplained sweating, heat sensations Supports heart and digestion without increasing heat 3. Guduchi (Giloy) Best Vata–Pitta balancing herb Reduces chronic internal inflammation and heat Supports immunity and long-term stability 4. Amla (Amalaki) Natural Rasayana (rejuvenator) Strong cooling effect Helps regulate sweat and tissue weakness 5. Usheerasava or Chandanasava Classical formulations for excessive sweating Cooling effect on blood and skin channels Very useful in chronic whole-body sweating Simple Practical Regimen (Elderly-Friendly) Morning Amla powder with lukewarm water OR Giloy juice (if available and tolerated) After meals Sutshekhar Ras (small dose) Twice daily (if prescribed) Praval Pishti Dietary Guidelines (VERY important) Reduce internal heat Coconut water (if suitable) Cucumber, bottle gourd, pumpkin Rice, moong dal khichdi Pomegranate Buttermilk with roasted cumin Strictly avoid Spicy food Fried food Alcohol / smoking (if any) Excess tea or coffee Sour foods (pickle, vinegar, fermented items) Hot climate exposure when possible Lifestyle Advice (important in your age) Stay in cool, airy environment Wear loose cotton clothes only Avoid direct sun exposure Take rest during midday Maintain hydration (small frequent sips of water) Gentle breathing only (no intense exercise)

At 78 years of age, new or worsening generalized sweating all over the body should not automatically be assumed to be primary hyperhidrosis. It is important to rule out causes such as thyroid disorders, infections, low blood sugar episodes, heart conditions, medication effects, or other medical illnesses. —From an Ayurvedic perspective, excessive sweating (Atisweda) is often associated with aggravated Pitta and weakness of the body’s heat-regulating mechanisms. ----rx 1. Praval Pishti – 125 mg twice daily after meals with rose water or plain water. 2. Kamdudha Ras (Muktiyukta) – 1 tablet twice daily after meals. 3. Giloy Satva – 250 mg twice daily with water. 4. Usheerasava – 15 ml with equal water after lunch and dinner. ----Diet & Lifestyle Drink room-temperature water; avoid very hot drinks. Reduce excessive chili, fried foods, pickles, and alcohol if taken. Include pomegranate, amla, coconut water, cucumber, and bottle gourd. Wear loose cotton clothing. Avoid prolonged exposure to heat and direct sunlight. ----Important Note Because your sweating is very severe, constant, and involves the whole body, I would strongly recommend checking: Thyroid function (TSH, T3, T4) Fasting blood sugar/HbA1c Complete blood count (CBC) Blood pressure and cardiac evaluation