Dermatophobia - #7065

For the past few years, I’ve been dealing with an overwhelming fear of developing skin diseases. I think it might be dermatophobia, though I haven’t officially been diagnosed. I constantly worry about infections, rashes, or any kind of blemishes on my skin. Even small pimples or redness send me into a spiral of anxiety, and I end up obsessively checking my skin in the mirror or Googling symptoms for hours. This started when I had a bad case of eczema a few years ago. It took months to clear up, and since then, I can’t seem to shake the fear that it’ll return or that I might develop something worse. I’ve read that dermatophobia can be managed through therapy, but I’m wondering if Ayurveda has a more holistic approach to dealing with this kind of fear and anxiety. I’ve seen suggestions for calming the mind through herbs like Brahmi and Ashwagandha, but I’m not sure if they’re effective for dermatophobia. Are there specific Ayurvedic treatments, like oils or therapies, that can help address dermatophobia directly? I’ve also read about Panchakarma treatments for detoxifying the body and mind—could that be beneficial in this case? Another thing I’d like to know is whether diet plays a role. Since dermatophobia is connected to my fear of skin conditions, are there certain foods or practices in Ayurveda that could strengthen the skin or calm my mind? I’ve heard that avoiding spicy foods and focusing on cooling foods might help, but I’d appreciate some guidance. Has anyone here experienced dermatophobia and found relief through Ayurveda? What treatments, if any, worked for you? Should I focus more on mental health therapies, or can Ayurveda provide a comprehensive solution for both the fear and skin health?