Ayurvedic Treatment of Skin Allergy
Let us make you familiar with the bitter truth that there is no permanent cure of skin allergies in allopathic treatment.
- Being Ayurvedic Allergy specialist, we focus on treating patients holistically by rendering them with a permanent immunity.
- We have been doing extensive research on allergies from the last 20 years which aids in curing allergies from its roots.
What is Skin Allergy?
Skin allergy is the hyperaction of the skin when it comes in contact with certain allergens,metals and chemicals. It can also occur due to allergic reaction to certain foods i.e. wheat, milk or dairy products, peanuts, walnuts, eggs, fish, etc.
Skin Allergy is mainly characterized by excessive itching, rashes and burning sensation on skin. Sometimes, it is also associated with nasal and chest allergy i.e. sneezing, blocked nose, watery nose, falling of secretion in the throat, wheezes in the chest, ringing sound in the ears etc.
Main Types of Skin Allergy
Hives or Chronic Urticaria
(Also known as Sheetpitta or Dhafri or Pit Rog or Seeras in Gujarati)In most cases, raised red patches or bumps rapidly grow on the arms and legs which mayspread to the whole body. This causes excessive itching and is generally called hives.
Eczema
Sometimes blister formation with excessive itching may occur. These blisters may oozeand bleed which is known as eczema. Furthermore, eczema makes the skin dry, crusty, cracked and leathery. It occurs mostly inside the elbows, behind the knees and on the front of the neck.
Angioedema
It is the most dangerous form of skin allergy in which eyelids, lips and genital area gets swollen. If the swelling spreads to the throat area, it can obstruct respiration and can be life threatening.
Some Interesting Examples Of Skin Allergy
- Wearing certain metal(nickel) jewellery like bangles, rings, watches or contact with belts, spectacle frames or paper clips may cause skin allergy in the form of itching and rashes.
- Using dyes, shampoos, conditioners, sunscreens, lotions, moisturizers(skin care creams), nail paints, makeup and other cosmetics, can cause allergic reactions like itching and rashes on the skin.
- Insect bites may cause allergic reactions.
- Coming in contact with certain poisonous secretions or latex from plants may cause redness or itching of skin.
- Eating certain food items such as wheat, yeast, almonds, walnuts, milk or dairy products, eggs, fish and drinks like red wine can cause skin rash, mouth itching and can furthermore cause abdominal discomfort.
Most Common Professionals Who Suffer From Skin Allergy
- Hairdressers using skin creams, dyes, cosmetics.
- Laundress, dishwashers, housekeepers and househusbands/wives who are more exposed to detergents.
- Bartenders coming into contact with different drinks, fruits and water.
- Dental professionals
- Rubber Industry workers
- Some farmers using pesticides and chemical fertilizers.
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Most Common Allergens
- Dust mites, Dust from old cupboards, curtains, mattresses and brooming.
- Metals such as nickel in jewellery, belts and paperclips.
- Chemicals such as fertilisers, pesticides and detergents.
- Molds present in foods
- Pollen production during flowering season of spring.
- Pollution and smoke emitted by industries, firecrackers, cars, so on.
- Pet dander(especially cats and dogs)
- Foods – Sometimes skin allergy can also occur due to allergic reaction to certain foods i.e. wheat, peanuts, walnuts, eggs, fish, etc.
What Triggers Skin Allergy?
- Sunlight
- Too much stress
- Excessive or stringent exercise
- Scratching of the lesion(wound)
- Exposure to cold or hot temperature
Why Anti-Allergics And Steroids Are Ineffective In Curing Skin Allergies?
There is no cure for skin allergy in Allopathy. Anti-allergics and steroids provide short term relief i.e. symptomatic relief to the patients. They reduce the body’s immunity by increasing dependence, so the allergy is likely to occur again. Long term use of steroids and anti-allergics is very dangerous as it can cause weight gain, loss of skin tone, deterioration of skin cells, hypertension, diabetes as well as they furthermore worsen the allergy.
Ayurvedic Perspective Of Skin Allergy
Skin diseases find their reference in Charak Samhita Chikitsa Sthan, Sushruta Nidana Sthan and Ashtang Hriday. According to Ayurvedic texts, skin diseases i.e. Twacha Rog majorly mentions about Kustha Rog and places Kustha Rog in major diseases i.e. Maharog of the body.
Comparison of diseases in Ayurvedic medicine texts:
1. Urticaria
It is compared to Sheetpitta which bears similar symptoms to that of Urticaria. Urticaria shows the dominance of Vata and Kapha dosha i.e. Sheetguna over pitta dosha.
2. Eczema
It has been compared with Vicharchika due to similar signs and symptoms. Vicharchika or eczema is caused mainly due to imbalance of Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Pitta induced Vicharchika imbalance is the most common amongst all.
3. Psoriasis
It is a very common skin problem. Although it’s not a skin allergy yet an autoimmune disorder which has been compared with Kitibha by some and Mandal Rog by others.
We work in accordance with placing it as Kitibha which has given us overwhelming results and cure rate. It is the imbalance between Vata and Kapha which manifests in skin and causes accumulation of toxins in the dhatus of the body i.e. rasa, rakta, mansa and lasika.
4. Acne/Pimples
It can broadly be compared with Tarunya Pitika caused by imbalance of Kapha and Pitta. The imbalance leads to the collection of impure blood full of toxins causing an eruption or breakout.
5. Angio derma
It is the Pravudha Awastha(advanced stage) of Sheetpitta i.e. Urticaria. It is treated on the same lines as Sheetpitta.
Proven Research-Based Home Remedies For Skin Allergy Patients
- Take care of your bowel movements. Constipation shouldn’t be there. We advise Nitya virechana(daily purgation) for cleansing the system in a better way.
- A combination of jaggery and Ajwain followed by lunch and dinner also helps in curing skin allergies.
- Apply mustard oil mixed with curd on the body before taking bath. Let it stay for 10 minutes and then take bath with glycerine based soap.
- Before shampooing, apply lemon juice mixed with curd on the scalp for at least 10 minutes.
Lifestyle & Dietary Changes
Arogyam’s Ayurvedic Treatment of Skin Allergy
Arogyam is pioneer in Allergy specialisation from the last 20 years with a cure rate of over 95% without any side effects. Arogyam doctors are continuously doing research on skin allergy.
We have a team of specialised doctors who have expertise in this field and have been dealing with varieties of allergies. We focus on reducing allergy factor (Koth) thus detoxifying the body.
Arogyam emphasizes on Sanshaman Chikitsa.The Sanshaman Chikitsa is a conservative Ayurvedic treatment that constitutes change in diet, performing physical activity (any form of workout regime) and consumption of ayurvedic herbal medicines.
Our whole aim is to treat with herbs such as Manjistha(Rubia cordifolia), Neem(Azadirachta indica), Giloy(Tinospora Cordifolia), Kumari(Aloe vera),Haridra(Turmeric) and Khadir(Senegalia catechu). These rare and medicinal herbs do not have any short-term or long-term side effects.These herbs and many more mentioned in our Ayurvedic texts have tremendous effects in overall health of skin.
Special Formulation (Aushadi Yog)
Our Ayurvedacharyas (Ayurvedic Doctors) at Arogyam have made a special formulation for all the skin allergy patients. It has cured thousands of patients and relieved them of their skin allergies. This special formulation of “Arogyam DSA” pack has been prepared with rare herbs in a specific ratio according to our research work and ancient texts.
You can get this special formulation at your doorstep followed by a free weekly consultation by our Allergy Experts.
Arogyam DSA
(Granular powder) (3 X 100 grams)
Product Description
- Polyherbal Combination
- Cleanses the blood and purifies it
- Effective and safe treatment for all skin disorders such as psoriasis, urticaria, acne, eczema, itchy skin, scabies, skin rashes and redness.
Dosage
5 gms. Two times a day or as recommended by the doctor.
Ingredients
Chitrak(Plumbago zeylanica), Haridra(Curcuma longa), Praval Pishti(Coral calcium), Kalmegh Churan(Andrographis Paniculata), Pippali(Piper longum), amla(Phyllanthus emblica), Manjistha(Rubia cordifolia), Neem Patra, Khadir(Acacia catechu), Giloy(Tinospora cordifolia) and Malkangni(Celastrus paniculatus).
