Category: Skin Health

Complete Information on Sticky Skin Syndrome and its Ayurvedic Treatment

Abstract

Skin is a very sensitive organ of our body and there are numerous diseases linked with the skin. One of the skin disorders is sticky skin syndrome which we will be discussing. Sticky skin syndrome is a skin disorder in which there is moistness over the skin. Excessive sweating is seen over the skin. In this article, we will be discussing Sticky skin syndrome in detail and along with this the Ayurvedic aspect of the disease as well as Ayurvedic treatment for the disease. So, be with me till the end.

Introduction

Sticky skin syndrome is caused by various health concerns and in this disorder, there is a requirement for emergency treatment because of some life-threatening causes. Due to excessive sweating, there may be moisture in the skin. This is also seen when a person is nervous or anxious and this may lead to rapid heart rate, chest pain, hot flushes, confusion, dizziness, etc. Due to menopause, sticky skin syndrome may be seen. Chest x-ray, echocardiogram, blood tests, etc are the diagnostic treatment for Sticky skin syndrome.  Symptomatic treatment like intravenous fluid intake, antihistamine drugs, hormone replacement therapy, analgesics, antibiotics, etc is given in Sticky skin syndrome. Ayurvedic medicine aids in reducing the risk of recurrence of disease and causes no side effects of the treatment as it is pure plant-based extracts. The herbal treatment helps in improving the condition and Ayurvedic medicines treat the imbalanced tri dosha.

Sticky skin syndrome

The Ayurvedic aspect of disease

According to Ayurveda Sticky skin syndrome is correlated with the predominance of pitta dosha and avarana of kapha and therefore it’s related to kaphavit pitta. Due to this avarana of kapha there is stickiness or moisture over the skin. Excessive sweating is seen in this type of skin problem due to kaphavit pitta. Ayurvedic medicine aids in reducing the risk of recurrence of disease and causes no side effects of the treatment as it is pure plant-based extracts.

Symptoms of Sticky skin syndrome

The symptoms of Sticky skin syndrome are listed below

  • Angina (chest pain)
  • Tachycardia
  • Swelling in face
  • Cyanosis (over nails and lips)
  • Confusion
  • Dizziness
  • Hot flashes
  • Fever

Causes of Sticky skin syndrome

The causes of Sticky skin syndrome are listed below

  • Excessive sweating
  • Heart-related issue
  • Anxiety
  • Bacterial infection
  • Hemorrhage (internal)
  • Due to health concerns (pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, etc)
  • Reduced oxygen level in the body
  • Insect bite
  • Allergic condition
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Withdrawal symptoms of alcohol
  • Menopause
  • Hyperthyroidism

Diagnosis of Sticky skin syndrome

The diagnosis of Sticky skin syndrome is listed below

  • Medical history
  • Physical examination
  • Blood tests (for any type of infection)
  • Chest x-ray
  • Echocardiogram
  • Electrocardiogram
  • MRI
  • CT scan

Treatment of Sticky skin syndrome

The treatment of Sticky skin syndrome is listed below

  • Intravenous fluid intake
  • Antihistamine drugs
  • Hormone replacement therapy
  • Analgesics
  • Antibiotics

Herbal remedies for Sticky skin syndrome by Planet Ayurveda

Ayurvedic medicines aid in treating the disease from the root cause and also help in maintaining a healthy life. Planet Ayurveda has been a globally recognized company for 20 years and all the products are manufactured under Ayurvedic board guidelines. This company provides Ayurvedic herbal formulations which are extracted from pure raw material.  The results of this herbal formulation are very promising since for 20 years and this herbal formulation that is natural herbs are 100% natural and pure vegetarian as well as are free from chemicals and additives. Planet Ayurveda provides the best quality herbal medicines with lifestyle and dietary precautions. Planet Ayurveda provides the best Ayurvedic medicines to treat the imbalanced tri dosha. Ayurvedic medicine aids in reducing the risk of recurrence of disease and causes no side effects of the treatment as it is pure plant-based extracts. Planet Ayurveda strictly follows the government guidelines for making its product the best.

The following herbal remedies for Sticky skin syndrome from planet Ayurveda are

  1. Gandhak Rasayan
  2. Neem capsules
  3. Pitta Balance
  4. Mahamanjisthaghan vati
  5. Neem oil and Manjisthadi oil

Product description

1. Gandhak Rasayan

Gandhak Rasayan is a single herbal formulation manufactured by Planet Ayurveda and consists of ingredients like Gandhak (purified sulfur). Gandhak Rasayan has the property of rejuvenation and gives luster to the skin. It is advantageous for improving the immune system and best for all skin diseases. It has antibacterial and antifungal properties which assist in reducing acne-related issues and little bumps over the skin.

Dosage: – 2 tablets twice a day with Lukewarm water.

2. Neem capsules

Neem capsules are the herbal formulation of Planet Ayurveda, consisting of Neem (Azadirachta indica). Neem is the best herb for skin diseases like psoriasis and acne as it contains antibacterial properties and antiprotozoal properties.  It aids in maintaining a healthy circulatory system as it helps in the pacification of pitta dosha in the body. Neem capsules assist in cleansing the impurities from the blood and detoxifying the body.

Dosage: – 1 capsule twice a day with plain water after a meal.

3. Pitta Balance

Pitta balance is herbo-mineral capsule formulation manufactured by Planet Ayurveda and this capsule formation contains Praval pishti  (coral calcium), jawahar mohra pishti, kamdudha ras , akik pishti, Giloy satva, Mukta pishti etc . It aids in the pacification of pitta dosha in the body. Pitta balance is beneficial in reducing burning sensation in the body, purifying the blood, and helping in reducing mouth ulcers etc.

Dosage: – 1 capsule twice a day after a meal with plain water.

4. Mahamanjisthaghan Vati

Mahamanjisthaghan Vati is a herbal formulation manufactured by Planet Ayurveda that consists of Manjistha (Rubia Cordifolia) which aids in purifying the blood and is also advantageous in skin-related issues like eczema etc. This kwath also assists in the pacification of pitta dosha in the body and is also beneficial in improving skin complexion.

Dosage: – 2 tablets twice daily after a meal with plain water.

5. Neem oil and Manjisthadi oil

Neem oil consists of Neem (Azadirachta indica) and Manjisthadi oil consists of Manjistha (Rubia Cordifolia) etc. Both oils possess antibacterial properties which aid in managing skin-related issues. Neem and Manjistha both help in skin-related issues as they aid in the pacification of vitiated pitta dosha in the body.

Dosage: – Apply locally over the affected area and after two hours wash with tea tree soap.

Contact Planet Ayurveda to provide you the costing / ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or call at +91-172-5214040 Or Check Website – www.PlanetAyurveda.com

Conclusion

In this article, we discussed Sticky skin syndrome, and also the Ayurvedic treatment of Sticky skin syndrome. Ayurveda pursues the patient’s therapeutics and also helps in refining the health of the patient with ancient methods and helps in upgrading the quality of life of the patients. Hence, stated Ayurvedic medicines from Planet Ayurveda are very productive as they help in treating the disorder and are free from any preservatives and other chemical agents that hamper your health. All the herbal formulations are purely vegetarian and made up of 100% naturally transpire organic herbs.

TREATMENT OF FUNGAL INFECTIONS IN AYURVEDA

Abstract

Fungal infection is limited to the dead layers of skin but is usually encouraged by damp and warm weather. The infection can be transmitted from one person to another, through soil, damp shower floors or through pet animals. It may spread from one part to another by scratching or touching. Nearly 200 million people have serious fungal diseases which cause a major impact on their health or life. In this article, we are going to read about fungal infections and its ayurvedic correlation as Kushtha with treatment.

fungal infections

Introduction

Fungal disease refers to a group of discomforts caused by fungal infections. Mycosis is a medical term for a fungal invasion in human beings. These infections may lead to the skin only or spread to tissue, bones, organs or affect the whole body. The most favourable condition for fungus to grow is Moisture. As per Ayurveda, the term Kushtha includes almost all the skin diseases and this is caused by the vitiation of the seven factors {3 doshas – Vata, Pitta, Kapha & 4 dushyas – Rakta (blood), Rasa (nutrient plasma), Mansa (muscles) and Lasika (lymphatic tissue).

Causes

Common Pathogenic fungi includes Aspergillus, Blastomyces, Candida, Cryptococcus. They affect different parts of the body such as eyes, ears, GI Tract, vagina, mouth, throat, nails, lungs and skin. In our classical texts , Kushtha roga is caused by:

  • Virudhashan – intake of wrong food combinations like sour curd and milk together, seafood and milk together.
  • Vishmashan – heavy food intake or eating speedingly.
  • Adhyakshan – excessive food intake.
  • Kledak Ahar – intake of oily foods, junk foods leads to increased kapha dosha.
  • Newly Harvested Food.
  • Suppression of the urge for vomiting or other natural urges.
  • Drinking cold water immediately after sun exposure or exercise.
  • Doing physical exercise after taking excessive food
  • Excessive intake of masha, tila, moolak, pishtanna.

Symptoms

Symptoms vary from person to person. Itching, redness, irritation, blisters, flaky or cracking rashes and nail discoloration are the most common symptoms. Asthma, fatigue, headache, muscle aches, joint pain etc. Kushtha roga, is classified as 18 subcategories; these are 11 Mahakushtha (major skin diseases) and 7 Kshudra Kushta (minor skin diseases). Another classification is Dadru (ringworm) and Alasa (athlete’s foot).

Diagnosis

  • Fungal infections can be diagnosed by Inspection of the affected site.
  • Microscopic examination.
  • Fungal culture.
  • Biopsy can be needed.

As per Ayurveda, Kushtha can be diagnosed by Trividh pareeksha (Darshan, sparshana, prashana), Ashtavidh pareeksha (nadi, mala, mootra, jihwa, sparsh, drik, aakriti).

Treatment

  • Antifungal tablets, creams, medicated ointments can be given.
  • Basic hygiene should be maintained.
  • Avoid sharing towels, clothes, sandals.

In Ayurvedic texts, Some classical procedures are said to include in our treatment process to get more efficacious results.

 Panchakarma procedures in Kushtha

  • Vamana is one of the major panchakarma procedures, in which various herbs are administered orally to induce vomiting. This procedure is done by drugs that are categorised under vamak and vamanopag dravyas eg. madanaphala.
  • Virechana is used in pitta dominant condition in kushtha. In this procedure herbs are administered to induce purgation by Trivrit, Danti herbs.
  • Asthapna basti (decoction enema) can also be given by Darvi, brihati.
  • Anuvasna Basti (fat enema) by madhuk, nimba, kutaja.
  • Prachann Raktamokshana
  • Nasya
  • Vairechnic dhoompana

Lepas are topical applications prepared from single herbs or polyherbal formulations.

  • Chitrakadi Lepa
  • Mamsyadi Lepa
  • Trapuadi Lepa
  • Kadaladi Lepa
  • Kushthadi Lepa
  • Sidharthaka Snana

Some single herbs for fungal infections

  • Rasona (Allium sativum) Garlic – acts as a detoxifier and has antiseptic properties that are helpful in various skin diseases.
  • Adraka (Zingiber officinale) Ginger – acts as an appetiser, increases digestive fire and promotes digestion,  balances vitiated Vata and lowers vitiated Kapha.
  • Haridra (Curcuma longa) Turmeric – It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic properties and acts as anti fungal.
  • Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) Indian ginseng – It is one of the main immune booster drugs that can be used in the management of candidiasis, one of the most common infections affecting  individuals with weak immunity. Also acts as an anti inflammatory and analgesic properties.
  • Tulsi (ocimum sanctum) Holy Basil – Acts on the nervous, digestive and respiratory systems and has antibacterial, anti microbial, antiseptic and anti spasmodic and pain relieving properties. Tulsi also helps in increasing the digestion process by destroying Ama.
  • Vasa (Adhatoda Vasica) Malabar nut- acts on respiratory, excretory, nervous and circulatory systems.This herb primarily acts on the respiratory system and is also very effective in treating fungal diseases. This drug efficiently works on the respiratory system.

Some Classical Ayurvedic formulations mentioned in classical texts

Ayurvedic Medicines For Fungal Infection

  • Mustadi Churan
  • Triphaladi Churan
  • Mustadi Churan
  • Patolamooladi Kshaya
  • Kritmalak Kwatha
  • Madhvasava
  • Triphalasava
  • Kanakbindvarishta

Ayurvedic Oil for Fungal Infection

  • Kushthadya Tel
  • Shwetakrveeryadya Tel
  • Shwetakrveerpallavadya Tel
  • Tiktikshwadi Tel
  • Kanakkshiri Tel

Ayurvedic Ghrita for Fungal Infection

  • Tiktashatpala Ghrita
  • Mahatiktaka Ghrita
  • Mahakhadeer Ghrita

Planet Ayurveda also gave some herbal remedies to give relief to the patient from ongoing disease.

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda is a herbal manufacturing company that provides great treatment with miraculous results for every health concerned patient. Here , formulations are made under proper guidance by MD Ayurveda Doctors and these medications are 100% natural. There are no adhesives,  dyes,  fillers,  or adulterants used. There are no side effects of our formulations that are most effective herbal and natural. In fungal infections Planet Ayurveda gives many formulations to manage the diseases very well. These are

  1. CURCUMIN CAPSULES
  2. GANDHAK RASAYAN
  3. MAHAMANJISHTHADI KWATH
  4. VRAN RAKSHAS TEL

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PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION

1. CURCUMIN CAPSULES

This is a single herbal capsule prepared by planet Ayurveda Consisting of Haridra Extract (Curcuma longa). Haridra improves blood circulation and blood tissue formation. This also helps to give efficient results in kushtha rogas by cleaning the blood streams.

Dosage– 1-2 capsules twice daily with plain water, after meals.

2. GANDHAK RASAYAN

This is a single herbal capsule mentioned in Ayurveda texts Consisting of Shuddha Gandhak (Sulphur).This is widely used for treating the fungal infections caused by Candida albicans. It can also help in treating various other skin related issues like itching, inflammations etc.

Dosage– 1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water.

3. MAHAMANJISHTHADI KWATH

It is a detoxifying medicine that cleanses the blood. Consists of Manjistha Rubia cordifolia, Nagarmotha Cyperus rotundus, Kuda Holarrhena antidysenterica etc. The herbal formulation is prepared from natural extracts of many herbs that have a great impact not only on skin but also on hair. This formulation is widely used to treat infections of skin, mahakushtha rogas, kshudra kushta.

Dosage– 10-20 ml twice a day after meals with mixing in lukewarm water.

4. VRAN RAKSHAS TEL

It is a herbomineral Ayurvedic classical preparation which helps in improving the infectious internal wounds . It is also an effective formulation for skin conditions. Consists of Parad (purified mercury), Gandhak (purified sulphur), Manshila (purified realgar), Sindhur (processed mercury and sulphur). This articulation helps to treat the twakgat roga mainly caused by fungal infections, alas, dadru etc.

How to use– Must be applied externally over the wound area after washing and drying it well. It can be applied 3-4 times in a day.

Conclusion

Fungal Infection can affect anyone, and they can appear on several parts of the body. Different types of fungi can cause fungal infections. Fungal infections commonly develop in moist areas of the body and show symptoms like itching, flaking or cracking of skin, rashes etc. we have already studied its correlation with Kushtha. Kushtha is widely classified in subcategories, these management begins by purification processes like Vaman, Virechana, Raktamokshana and Ahar – vihar regimens. Medications include topical as well as internal administrations. Ayurveda medications always give effective results in treating the fungal infections and if anyone is suffering from these conditions he must take guidance from a good Ayurvedic physician who can help to manage the condition effectively. For more details of our products check out our website www.planetayurveda.com and for queries you can send your queries to our email id herbalremedies123@yahoo.com.