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Acrodynia Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

ACRODYNIA SYMPTOMS,CAUSES AND TREATMENT

INTRODUCTION:-

  • Acrodynia is a condition of chronic mercury poisoning . In this condition pain and dusky pink discoloration in the hands and feet most often seen in children chronically exposed to heavy metals, especially mercury.
  • Eating foods with mercury is the most common cause of mercury poisoning. Children and unborn babies are the most susceptible to the effects of mercury poisoning. You can help prevent toxicity by limiting exposure to this potentially dangerous metal.

SYMPTOMS :-

  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Paresthsia
  • Itching
  • Burning
  • Pain
  • Discoloration
  • Swelling

Affected children may show :-

  • Red cheeks and nose,
  • Erythematous lips (red lips),
  • Loss of hair, teeth, and nails,
  • Transient rashes,
  • Hypotonia (muscle weakness), and

Other symptoms may include:-

  • Kidney dysfunction
  • Emotional lability
  • Memory impairment,
  • Insomnia

CAUSE:- Methylmercury (organic mercury) poisoning is largely linked to eating seafood, mainly fish. Toxicity from fish has two causes:-

  • Eating certain types of mercury-containing fish
  • Eating too much fish

OTHER CAUSES:- Other causes of mercury poisoning can be exposure or from envoirmental  to other forms of the metal. These include:-

  • Broken fever thermometers
  • “Silver” dental fillings
  • Certain types of jewelry
  • Household gold extraction
  • Skin care products (Those made in the United States don’t usually contain mercury.)
  • Exposure to toxic air in industrialized communities
  • CFL bulb breakage

SOURCE OF MERCURY:-

ELEMENTAL MERCURY:-

  • Sphygmomanometers, thermometers,barometers

INORGANIC MERCURY:-

  • Traditional remedies
  • Used in gold extraction,caustic soda manufacturing
  • Rodenticides

ORGANIC MERCURY:-

  • Fungicides,seed dressing
  • Methylmercury in fish

DIAGNOSIS:-It may include:-

  • Physcial examination
  • Blood test
  • Urine test
  • Hair analysis
  • Radiology

MERCURY ABSORPTION:-

  • INHALATION:-60-80%
  • DERMAL:-3-15%
  • GI TRACT:-INORGANIC-15%
  •  ORGANIC-90%

HEALTH EFFECTS:-Many health effects like:-

  • Deterioates nervous system
  • Impairs hearing,speech,vision and gait
  • Causes involuntary muscle movements
  • Corrrodes skin and mucous membranes
  • Causes swallowing and chewing to become difficult

COMPLICATIONS:-Complications like:-

  • Thrombophlebitis
  • Infection
  • Granuloma formatiom
  • Kidney disease
  • Decreased intelligence
  • Abnormal circulation

PREVENTION:– The best way to prevent dietary mercury poisoning is includes also:-

  • Limit your intake of larger fish.
  • Avoid fish that is great levels of mercury .
  • Follow fish and seafood serving guidelines for kids: According to the FDA, children younger than 3 years can eat 1 ounce of fish, while a serving size for children ages 4 to 7 is 2 ounces.
  • Be choosy with your sushi choices. Many popular these rolls are made with mercury-containing fish.
  • Be on the lookout for fish advisories in your area.
  • Take a urine or blood mercury test before conceiving.
  • Clean your hands right away if you think you’ve been exposed to other forms of mercury.
  • Manage household spills of mercury (such as from CFL bulb breakage)
  • Avoid actions with known mercury exposure risk like home gold extraction.

 

TREATMENT OF ACRODYNIA:-

  • Treatment of mercury poisoning involves eliminating any and all exposure to the metal. If mercury poisoning is related to a person’s workplace or environmental exposure, doctors may advise that the person change their environment to reduce their exposure, or that the workplace puts new safety measures in place.
  • Mercury poisoning may cause some long-term side effects, which will be managed or treated individually.
  • Certain types of severe cases of mercury poisoning may need chelation therapy. Chelation therapy is the process of eliminating mercury from the organs so the body can dispose of it.
  • The drugs used in chelation therapy attached to heavy metals in the bloodstream and are then removed in the urine. Chelation therapy comes with its own risks and side effects, so it is crucial to use the medication only when nedded.

FEATURES OF MERCURY POISONING:-

  • Minamata bay disease
  • Acrodynia
  • Pheochromocytoma like picture
  • Hydrargyrism
  • Ptyalism
  • Erythrism
  • Strawberry tongue
  • Danbury shakes

ANTIDOTE IN AYURVEDA:-

POISION     ANTIDOTE

  • ANKOLA, KARVEERA HARITAKI
  • LANGALI  SHUNTHI
  • BHALLATAKA PALASHA
  • SNUHI KSHEERA AVARTAKI
  • VISHAMUSTHI JAMBU
  • KARPOORA   BHRINGRAJ
  • JAMBU-PHALA   COW,S MILK
  • SARSHAPA    AMALAKI
  • TAMBUL      TINTRINI
  • BHALLATKA      KAPIKACCHU
Skin Lesions

SKIN LESIONS SYMPTOMS, CAUSE AND TREATMENT

  • Skin lesions are an abnormal change of the skin compared to the surrounding tissue.They may be something you are born with or something acquire. They can be benign or severe, generalized or localized, irregular or symmetrical.
  • A skin lesion’s physical appearances—like color, texture, size and location—can be used to help found an underlying cause. Skin lesions are mainly classified in two types primary or secondary.

TYPES OF SKIN LESIONS:-

  • PRIMARY SKIN LESION
  • SECONDARY SKIN LESION

TYPES OF PRIMARY SKIN LESIONS:-It may be present at birth or acquired later. The most common primary skin lesions include:-

Birthmarks: -These are the very common primary skin lesions. It  invloves  port-wine stains,moles or nevi, etc.

Blisters: –It is a type of a  skin lesions that are less than half a centimeter in diameter and filled with clear fluid. Small blisters are known as vesicles and larger ones are called the bullae. Blisters may be due to viral infections , insect bites,burns, drug reactions, etc.

Macules:- Macules are flat skin lesions. They are small  and may be brownish or reddish.  A macular rash is commonly seen in measles.

Papule:- Papules are raised lesions and usually grow with other papules. A patch of papules  is known as a plaque. Plaques are commonly seen in psoriasis. Papules may be seen in viral infections, such as measles, or may devlop due to mosquito bites.

Pustule:- Pustules are pus-filled lesions. Abscesses and boils are examples of pustules.

Wheals:- These are swollen, raised bumps  that appear suddenly on the skin. They are mostly caused by an allergic reaction.

TYPES OF SECONDARY SKIN LESIONS:-It is inflamed and irritated, develop after primary skin lesions or due to an injury. The most common secondary skin lesions include:-

Crust: -A crust is a type of skin lesion that devlop over a scratched, injured or irritated primary skin lesion. It is formed from the dried secretions over the skin.

Ulcer:- Ulcers are a break in the continuity of the skin or mucosa. Skin ulcers are developed due to an infection or trauma. Diabetes, smoking  can increase the risk of ulcers.

Scales:- Scales are patches of skin cells that build up and flake off the skin. Patches are often seen in psoriasis and cause bleeding when they removed.

Scar:- Injuries like scratches, scrapes and cuts can leave scars. Some scars may be raised and thick. These may cause itching or  appear reddish or brownish. These are called keloids.

CAUSES OF SKIN LESION:-

  • Skin lesions can be hereditary or acquired as a result of a variability of conditions. One of the most common causes of skin lesions are infections; these include viruses, like herpes simplex, human immunodeficiency virus or human papillomavirus , bacteria, such as Staphylococcus or Streptococcus species.
  • Other causes of skin lesions involves allergic reactions; side effects of certain medications, like corticosteroids or chemotherapy; contact with irritant substances, severe burns,insect bites,vitamin deficiencies; systemic diseases like autoimmune diseases, liver and kidney disease; and cancer.

DIAGNOSIS:- Doctors will examine the lesion and discuss any symptoms that may be present. A small amount of the skin  to be scraped off and examined under a microscope. In some cases, testing like a skin biopsy or lab tests on a swab sample from the affected area may be used to check a diagnosis.

AYURVEDIC VIEW FOR SKIN LESIONS:-

  • In Ayurveda the major underlying cause of disease is improper diet and lifestyle. If you follow a diet or lifestyle that goes against to nature you can develop a bodily imbalance that gives rise to skin disorders.
  • While inequity of any dosha may cause skin disease, it is associated more with pitta imbalance . Any activity that increase the fire element in the body aggravates pitta and can devlop to skin problems.
  • Ayurveda said that affected liver associated with doshic imbalance causes skin diseases. The accumulation of impurities in the liver breaks out through the skin.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR SKIN LESIONS:-

  • The goal of ayurvedic treatment is to restore doshic balance. Treatment methods includes a healthy diet and lifestyle with proper balance of food, exercise, meditation, and daily routines. There are also several ayurvedic therapies, such as Panchakarma therapis like massage (abhyanga), help to restore balance and promote skin health.
  • The best therapy to treat accumulation of toxins in the body is Panchakarma. As a complete process of cleansing and detoxifying, panchakarma eliminate all toxins from the body at the cellular level. When the body is clear of toxins, it gains balance, and the organs, including the skin, start to function normally again.
  • Ayurveda always focus on the root cause of disease. While there are many useful herbs and ointments that give temporary relief to skin irritation or lesions.Ayurveda always focus on the cause so the patient can restore their body to healthy balance and remove the symptoms of skin disease.

THE EFFECTIVE AYURVEDIC HERBS IN SKIN DISORDER:-

Various herbs that can be efficiently used to cure skin diseases are as follows:-

HALDI: – It has blood purifying properties. It is used in the face packs along with  milk, and honey to keep skin healthy, glowing, and free from acne, pimples.

CHANDAN: – Due to its antimicrobial properties, it is effective in killing germs, clearing acne blemishes, and in soothing any type of skin inflammation.

NEEM – It is known to possess antifungal, antibacterial, and blood purifying property. It is effective in the treatment of psoriasis, itching, irritation etc.

TULSI – It’s used to cure itching, rashes, acne, insect bites, pimples, leucoderma, ringworm infections,

ALOE-VERA – The presence of auxin and gibberellin hormones in Aloe Vera gives it anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties. It is used to cure acne, eczema, and Psoriasis.

CAC SPECIAL MEDICATION FOR SKIN DISORDER:-

  • SKIN CARE PLUS TABLETS
  • PANCHTIKTTA GHRIT GUGGUL
  • BLOOD PURIFIER SYRUP
  • DETOX PREMIUM POWDER
  • STRAWBERRY FACE CREAM
EPICONDYLITIS

EPICONDYLITIS SYMPTOMS, CAUSES AND TREATMENT

Inflammation or micro damage collagenous tissue on either lateral or medial side of the distal humurus

TYPES OF EPICONDYLITIS – 

  • Tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis
  • Golfers elbow or medial epicondylitis
  1. tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis

Tennis elbow is a swelling of tendon that causes pain in the elbow and arm the pain associated with tennis elbow may radiate from the outside of elbow into forearm and wrist

  • it causes pain on the outside of the elbow
  • mild discomfort that worsens over time

Symptoms of tennis elbow

  • Difficulty in Shake hands
  • External irritation or inflammation
  • Elbow weakening
  • Difficulty in grip an object
  • Difficulty in Holding a mug
  • The area is swelled and reddish in color

CAUSES OF TENNIS ELBOW

  • Gripping a racket during a swing ( due to this strain the muscles and put too much stress on the tendons
  • Excessive use of extensor of the fore arms
  • Overusing forearm due to repetitive activities
  • Trauma to the elbow
  • Stress on elbow tendons

DIAGNOSE of tennis  elbow :

  • electromyography- this detect problem with the nerves in elbow
  • flex   arm, wrist, and elbow to see where it hurts.
  • imaging tests, an X-ray or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) – to detect the arthritis  in elbow

treatment of tennis elbow :

  • apply ice on elbow to reduce pain and swelling.
  • Apply elbow strap-   to protect the injured tendon from further strain.
  • use of non- steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs) – to help with pain and swelling
  • exercises  to reduce stiffness and increase flexibility thrice a day
  • physical therapy to strengthen and stretch the muscles.
  • Self care (rest, ice, compression, elevation)

SOME EXERCISES FOR TENNIS ELBOW:

  1. GOLFERS ELBOW OR MEDIAL EPICONDYLITIS:
  • pain and tenderness felt on the inner side of elbow the pain sometimes extends along the inner side of forearm
  • golfers elbow gets its name because repeatedly playing golf is an example of the activity that can lead to this this condition
  • In golfers elbow it causes pain on the inside of the elbow that can travel to the forearm and wrist
  • Pain felt when flexing or turning wrist

CAUSES

  • Weak wrist and shoulder muscles
  • Internal irritation and inflammation
  • Elbow weakening
  • Using a spin serve or serving with great force
  • Carrying a something heavy
  • Throwing a javelin
  • Using other hand tools frequently

SYMPTOMS OF GOLFERS ELBOW

  • Shake hands
  • Swing a racket or golf club
  • Lift weights
  • Pitch or swing a ball
  • Pick an item up with your palm down
  • Turn a doorknob
  • Flex your wrist

DIAGNOSE

  • medical history
  • physical exam. To evaluate pain and stiffness
  • X-ray
  • MRI

TREATMENT of golfers elbow:

Use of ice on elbow

  • Rest: Sports activities and repetitive motions may worsen golfer’s elbow.
  • Wear a brace in arm
  • Pain medication
  • Physical therapy
  • Exercises
  • Stretching and exercising of arm muscles reduce and prevent golfer’s elbow.
  • Finger Extensions
  • Ball Squeezes -squeeze and release the ball in repetition to strengthen your forearm.
  • Forearm Pronation and Supination
  • Wrist Extensions
  • Surgery

SOME EXRCISES FOR GOLFERS ELBOW:

  CAC MEDICATION FOR BONE STRENTHNING:

1. Asthi Jod Vati

  • Asthi  jod tablet is a combination of herbs that helps to maintain bone strength.
  • It is natural calcium supplement.
  • It helps to heal bone injuries and useful in any kind of bone deformities.
  • it has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties.

Recommend Dose : Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water

  1. Rasayan Vati
  • Rasayan vati has antioxidant, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immuno-modulator properties.
  • it provide good results in General debility, Psychological disorders, and improves immunity.

Recommend Dose  : Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water

  1. Triphla Syrup:
  • Triphala helps in detoxify the body and strengthen the immune system
  • Triphala has antibacterial, antioxidant, and antiviral properties

Recommend Dose: Take 2 tablespoon daily.

  1. Detox Premium Powder
  • Shankh bhasma: This has antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antacid, Sutshekhar ras: sutshekar ras maintains pitta dosha in the body
  • Parval pishti: praval pishti is  also balances the pitta dosha and removes all toxins from the body.
  • Giloy satv: giloy satva has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulator properties
  • Kamdudha ras: reduces heat, burning sensation, epigastrium tenderness, irritability, Shwet parpati: It is also effective in acidity.

Recommend Dose: Take one sachet twice daily.

  1. Ayuvita Multivitamin Tablet
  • ayuvita multivitamin tablet naturally provides benefits of a multivitamin and it is rich in Vitamin D best source is sunlight
  • It helps to strengthen bones and muscles.
  • It has vitamin B

Recommend Dose: Take one tablet twice daily.

EPICONDYLITIS

EPICONDYLITIS SYMPTOMS, CAUSES AND TREATMENT

Inflammation or micro damage collagenous tissue on either lateral or medial side of the distal humurus

TYPES OF EPICONDYLITIS – 

  • Tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis
  • Golfers elbow or medial epicondylitis
  1. tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis

Tennis elbow is a swelling of tendon that causes pain in the elbow and arm the pain associated with tennis elbow may radiate from the outside of elbow into forearm and wrist

  • it causes pain on the outside of the elbow
  • mild discomfort that worsens over time

Symptoms of tennis elbow

  • Difficulty in Shake hands
  • External irritation or inflammation
  • Elbow weakening
  • Difficulty in grip an object
  • Difficulty in Holding a mug
  • The area is swelled and reddish in color

CAUSES OF TENNIS ELBOW

  • Gripping a racket during a swing ( due to this strain the muscles and put too much stress on the tendons
  • Excessive use of extensor of the fore arms
  • Overusing forearm due to repetitive activities
  • Trauma to the elbow
  • Stress on elbow tendons

DIAGNOSE of tennis  elbow :

  • electromyography- this detect problem with the nerves in elbow
  • flex   arm, wrist, and elbow to see where it hurts.
  • imaging tests, an X-ray or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) – to detect the arthritis  in elbow

treatment of tennis elbow :

  • apply ice on elbow to reduce pain and swelling.
  • Apply elbow strap-   to protect the injured tendon from further strain.
  • use of non- steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs) – to help with pain and swelling
  • exercises  to reduce stiffness and increase flexibility thrice a day
  • physical therapy to strengthen and stretch the muscles.
  • Self care (rest, ice, compression, elevation)

SOME EXERCISES FOR TENNIS ELBOW:

  1. GOLFERS ELBOW OR MEDIAL EPICONDYLITIS:
  • pain and tenderness felt on the inner side of elbow the pain sometimes extends along the inner side of forearm
  • golfers elbow gets its name because repeatedly playing golf is an example of the activity that can lead to this this condition
  • In golfers elbow it causes pain on the inside of the elbow that can travel to the forearm and wrist
  • Pain felt when flexing or turning wrist

CAUSES

  • Weak wrist and shoulder muscles
  • Internal irritation and inflammation
  • Elbow weakening
  • Using a spin serve or serving with great force
  • Carrying a something heavy
  • Throwing a javelin
  • Using other hand tools frequently

SYMPTOMS OF GOLFERS ELBOW

  • Shake hands
  • Swing a racket or golf club
  • Lift weights
  • Pitch or swing a ball
  • Pick an item up with your palm down
  • Turn a doorknob
  • Flex your wrist

DIAGNOSE

  • medical history
  • physical exam. To evaluate pain and stiffness
  • X-ray
  • MRI

TREATMENT of golfers elbow:

Use of ice on elbow

  • Rest: Sports activities and repetitive motions may worsen golfer’s elbow.
  • Wear a brace in arm
  • Pain medication
  • Physical therapy
  • Exercises
  • Stretching and exercising of arm muscles reduce and prevent golfer’s elbow.
  • Finger Extensions
  • Ball Squeezes -squeeze and release the ball in repetition to strengthen your forearm.
  • Forearm Pronation and Supination
  • Wrist Extensions
  • Surgery

SOME EXRCISES FOR GOLFERS ELBOW:

  CAC MEDICATION FOR BONE STRENTHNING:

1. Asthi Jod Vati

  • Asthi  jod tablet is a combination of herbs that helps to maintain bone strength.
  • It is natural calcium supplement.
  • It helps to heal bone injuries and useful in any kind of bone deformities.
  • it has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties.

Recommend Dose : Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water

  1. Rasayan Vati
  • Rasayan vati has antioxidant, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immuno-modulator properties.
  • it provide good results in General debility, Psychological disorders, and improves immunity.

Recommend Dose  : Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water

  1. Triphla Syrup:
  • Triphala helps in detoxify the body and strengthen the immune system
  • Triphala has antibacterial, antioxidant, and antiviral properties

Recommend Dose: Take 2 tablespoon daily.

  1. Detox Premium Powder
  • Shankh bhasma: This has antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antacid, Sutshekhar ras: sutshekar ras maintains pitta dosha in the body
  • Parval pishti: praval pishti is  also balances the pitta dosha and removes all toxins from the body.
  • Giloy satv: giloy satva has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulator properties
  • Kamdudha ras: reduces heat, burning sensation, epigastrium tenderness, irritability, Shwet parpati: It is also effective in acidity.

Recommend Dose: Take one sachet twice daily.

  1. Ayuvita Multivitamin Tablet
  • ayuvita multivitamin tablet naturally provides benefits of a multivitamin and it is rich in Vitamin D best source is sunlight
  • It helps to strengthen bones and muscles.
  • It has vitamin B

Recommend Dose: Take one tablet twice daily.

HERBS THAT KEEPS BODY WARM

CINNAMON

  • Cinnamon is a pacifier of vata and kapha dosha but it increases the pitta dosha and characterize a hot potency
  • Cinnamon stimulate the blood circulation
  • It can lower blood sugar level
  • Treat viral infections
  • Rich in anti- oxidants
  • Prevent type 2 diabetes

 

GINGER

Ginger works as an antibiotic and it has anti -fungal properties

  • Ginger Warms the body by encourage sweating to flush toxins
  • Aids digestion , relieves gas and bloating
  • Natural decongestant clears the sinus passages
  • Use as a ginger juice, ginger tea, ginger smoothie

 

CARDAMOM

  • It helps to maintain blood pressure level in winters
  • It has diuretic and anti- inflammatory properties
  • Improves blood circulation
  • Use as a breath freshener
  • Helps in body detoxification
  • Cardamom tea helps to eliminate hiccups

 

MINT 

  • Cure a lot of diseases which occur during winters like nausea, fatigue, headaches and more.
  • Promotes digestion
  • Clears up congestion of nose, throat and lungs
  • Boosts immunity
  • Helps relieve the pain during menstural- cramps

 

GARLIC

  • Garlic known as a storehouse of nutrients
  • Full of anti- oxidants
  • Helps in to reduce high blood pressure
  • Boosts immune system
  • Detoxify the body naturally

 

TULSI 

  • Boosts immunity 
  • Good for digestive health
  • Promotes respiratory health
  • Tulsi is rich in vitamin c and zinc
  • It has immense antibacterial, anti- viral, anti- fungal properties

 

OREGANO

  • Stimulate appetite
  • Fights with viral infections because it has powerful antiviral properties
  • Work as a natural antibiotic
  • It has natural anti- microbial, anti -oxidant, anti- biotic properties

 

CLOVES

  • Cloves has warming aroma
  • Boosts immunity
  • Improves digestion
  • Maintains respiratory health
  • Aids weight loss
  • Cloves has anti- bacterial and anti- inflammatory properties

 

THYME

  • Thyme are warming in nature
  • It supports respiratory system
  • Boots immune system
  • Turmeric – popular warming spice
  • It reduces inflammation, pain in the body

 

CAYENNE ( RED CHILLY )

Well known warming herb

  • Enhance blood circulation
  • Helps in digestion
  • It has anti- oxidants properties
  • Reduce stomach ache, gas and cramps
Fungal Infection, Symptoms, Causes and Ayurvedic Treatment

Fungal Infection, Symptoms, Causes and Ayurvedic Treatment

Fungal infections are caused by all three doshas. The wickedness of the doshas may vary depending on the symptoms. Imbalance of phlegm and pitta when itching occurs, imbalance of phlegm and pitta when it is red and white patches on the skin – due to imbalance of vata and kapha.

Fungal infection is a common problem but it can take a serious form if it is not treated in time. Fungal infection may be like a red rash on the skin, but its effect can prove to be very dangerous. This disease is not limited to the skin but it has the potential to affect the tissues, bones and all the organs of the body.

Fungal infection can occur at any stage from newborn to old age.

What is SYMPTOMS of Fungal

Rashes

Red patches on the skin.

White powdery discharge on the affected areas.

Scabbing or peeling of the skin.

Cracks in the skin.

Redness of skin.

CAUSES OF FUNGAL INFECTION

There are many reasons for fungal infection, which become the reason for the growth or growth of fungus-

Weak immune system also causes fungal infections.

Mostly warm, moist environment and moist skin area are the main reasons for the occurrence of this infection.

Diseases like AIDS, HIV infection, cancer, diabetes also cause fungal infections.

People who come in contact with a person suffering from a fungal infection can also get the infection.

Overweight and obesity can also become a reason for this. Excess fat on the thighs, regular and prolonged cycling or jogging leads to excess moisture and rubbing in this part. Continuous rubbing can lead to skin rashes. This can lead to fungal and other infections.

Excessive sweating can be the reason for the growth of fungus.

Genetic factors or family history of fungal infection is also the main cause of this infection.

Women can also get infection around the thighs from sanitary pads.

Allergy to powder, deodorant, detergent powder used for washing clothes can also cause rashes in the groin area between the thighs.

Sometimes children get nappy rash. When the baby is in contact with wet nappy pads for a long time, he may have such problems.

Generally during monsoon, the fungal causing bacteria spread manifold. Usually overlooked parts of the body such as the front part of the toes, the front part of the fingers, between the fingers, etc., the lower part of the waist, where this infection occurs more rapidly. During monsoon, people often leave their skin wet after getting drenched in light drizzle. This small carelessness sometimes becomes the reason for getting infected with fungal, because the increase in moisture increases the fungal infection on the skin i.e. in rainy weather, humid and moist environment, fungus attack increases. This is the reason that most of the people these days fall prey to fungal infections. Weakening of the immune system i.e. immunity is a major reason for skin infection. In this case the risk of skin infection increases. This problem increases significantly during the months of June, July and August.

Prevention Tips for Fungal Infection

To avoid the problem of fungal infection, first of all there is a need to make changes in lifestyle and diet-

Fungal infection is more in monsoon.

Keep skin dry and clean.

Wear cotton clothes.

Do not let the hair remain wet in the rain.

Drink enough water so that the skin does not dry out.

In the new stage of fungal infection, allopathic treatment gives better results, but if the infection is not cured by allopathic treatment, then Ayurvedic treatment for Fungal Infection can prove to be more beneficial.

HOME  REMEDIES FOR FUNGAL INFECTION

1. HALDI BENEFICIAL IN FUNGAL INFECTION

Turmeric has antifungal properties, so its use also cures fungal infections. For this, you can grind raw turmeric and apply it on the place of infection. If raw turmeric is not available, you can mix turmeric powder with some water and make a thick paste and apply it on the affected area. The stains caused due to infection also disappear with the use of turmeric.

2. NEEM BENEFICIAL IN FUNGAL INFECTION

Neem is beneficial in preventing any kind of skin infection. Boiling neem water or neem leaves in water and using this water on the skin several times a day provides relief from fungal infections.

3. BENEFIT OF PUDINA IN FUNGAL INFECTION

Mint has the ability to destroy the effect of infection. Make a paste by grinding mint leaves. Apply this mint paste on the skin and leave it for 1 hour and then remove it.

4. BENEFIT OF CAMPHOR IN FUNGAL INFECTION

Mix 5 grams camphor and 1 gram naphthalene in kerosene oil. Leave it on the infected area as an ointment for some time. Repeat this process twice a day until the disease is cured.

5. BENEFIT OF TEA TREE OIL IN FUNGAL INFECTION

Anti-bacterial properties are found in tea tree oil. To get rid of skin infections, apply tea tree oil directly to the affected area twice daily.

6. PEEPAL LEAVES BENEFICIAL IN RELIEVING FUNGAL INFECTION

Boil peepal leaves with some water. Let it cool down and use this water to wash the skin. This allows the wounds to heal quickly.

7. BENEFITS OF GARLIC IN FUNGAL INFECTION

Garlic has anti-fungal properties, so the use of garlic in food reduces the risk of fungal infection. For the use of garlic, grind 3-4 cloves of garlic and apply its paste on the infected area. If you have scratched the area of ​​infection more, then applying garlic may cause slight burning for a minute, but this infection starts curing gradually.

8. OLIVE OIL BENEFICIAL IN FUNGAL INFECTION

Olive oil is very beneficial but the leaves also have many properties. To cure fungal infections, grind 5-6 olive leaves and make a paste and apply it on the infected area. Leave this paste on the skin for half an hour and then wash it off.

9. ALOE VERA GEL BENEFICIAL IN FUNGAL INFECTION

Fungal infections can be relieved by the use of aloe vera gel, but freshly harvested leaf gel is good for this. For this, break a fresh aloe vera leaf and cut it vertically from the middle and rub the gel part directly on the skin. After rubbing, leave the remaining fibers on the skin for 30 minutes then wash with lukewarm water.

10. CURD BENEFICIAL IN FUNGAL INFECTION

Yogurt contains acids that kill harmful bacteria. Although yogurt itself contains bacteria, but those bacteria do not cause any harm to our body. For fungal infection, apply curd on the infected area with the help of cotton and massage. One thing should be kept in mind that, never touch the place of infection with hands because this infection is contagious.

Atopic dermatitis

What is Atopic Dermatitis and how to cure it naturally?

  • Atopic dermatitis (Eczema) is a chronic skin condition in which skin becomes red and itchy. In atopic dermatitis the immune system becomes extremely sensitive.
  • This Condition is seen in every age group but more commonly seen in children. More common affected areas are face, inside the elbow and behind the knee.
  • The word “Atopic means the Diseases that run in families i.e. the hereditary diseases and the word “Dermatitis” means inflammation of the dermis.

What is Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis?

Symptoms that are noticed among people may involve

  • Itching or burning sensation at the affected area more at night.
  • Brown and red colored patches mostly seen on hands, wrists, feet, throat, chest and face.
  • Thick, dry, rough and hard skin may be noticed.
  • Small, raised bumps sometimes they may burst and crust formed over them when scratched
  • There is feeling of uncomforting on itching, due to which skin become more sensitive and increase the chance of infection.

When to see your doctor?

  • When you feel discomfort while sleeping or doing daily activities
  • Feeling pain in skin parts
  • Any kind of infection in skin like pus formation, yellow scabs

Causes of Atopic dermatitis

The real cause of atopic dermatitis has not known yet, but certain factors may play a role for causing atopic dermatitis

  • Any kind of skin irritation, allergy or bacterial infection
  • Variation in genes can also result in atopic dermatitis.
  • Atopic dermatitis can also occur due to disturbances in the immune system.
  • Atopic dermatitis can be due to temperature variations or any other environmental conditions.

Risks of atopic dermatitis

Risk factors for atopic dermatitis may involve

  • Family history of atopic dermatitis
  • Any kind of bacterial infection
  • If you have Hyperactivity disorder / ADHD.
  • Children are at risk of atopic dermatitis.

Complications

  • Asthma and hay fever – Children may develop asthma and hay fever due to eczema.
  • Itchy and scaly skin – There may be excessive itching on the skin, which may cause bleeding from the skin.
  • Skin infections – The risk of infection is greatly increased due to atopic dermatitis.
  • Sleep problems – Atopic dermatitis reduces sleep quality.

How can atopic dermatitis be diagnosed?

  • Diagnosis of atopic dermatitis can be made by doing the physical examination of the skin and by taking history of patient. Sometimes, doctors can also advice patch test so that diseases with eczema can be detected.
  • It’s important to diagnose the condition at early stage so that its treatment started.

Treatment options

There is not any specific treatment for atopic dermatitis but symptomatic treatment is done. Treatment options may include

Medications

  • Medicines to treat infection
  • Oral medicines to lower inflammation
  • Creams to reduce itching and help repair skin

Therapies may involve

  • Light therapy
  • Wet Dressings
  • Relaxation therapies

Home remedies to cure atopic dermatitis

There are many options which you can use as self-care and are effective to cure atopic dermatitis

1. Colloidal oatmeal

  • Colloidal oatmeal is made from finely-ground oats. It is helpful to calm and soften inflamed skin. It is available in cream or powder form.

How to use it:

  • You can add the powder of oatmeal to lukewarm water while bathing and soak for 15 to 20 minutes to soften rough skin and relieve itching.
  • After your bath, dry your skin and apply moisturizer that has high oil content.

2. Aloe Vera gel

  • Aloe vera gel has the properties like antibacterial, antimicrobial, fast healing process and boosts the immune system
  • The antibacterial and antimicrobial properties of Aloe Vera gel prevent much kind of skin infections, which commonly occur on dry, cracked skin.

3. Coconut oil

  • Coconut oil acts as a natural moisturizer. The antibacterial abilities of coconut oil can prevent infection. Always choose virgin or cold-pressed coconut oil that’s without chemicals.

4. Witch hazel

  • Witch hazel is an astringent that is made from the bark and leaves of the witch hazel shrub. It has been used from the ancient times as effective remedy for skin inflammation.

5. Honey

  • Honey is a natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent and used from many years to heal wounds and skin care.
  • Honey is effectively used for the treatment of a several skin diseases, including burns and wounds.
  • You can directly apply honey on eczema-affected skin, honey could help prevent infections while moisturizing the skin and speeding healing.

6. Baths

  • Skin gets essential moisture with bathing and is an important part of eczema treatment. When a person is suffering from skin condition, like eczema, their skin needs extra moisture because of the disturbance of function of outer layer.
  • Sometimes, bathing often can dry out the skin and make eczema worse. So while bathing avoid following factors
  • Using the wrong soap
  • Using too hot or cold water
  • Not moisturizing after bathing

7. Relaxation techniques

  • Stress is a common eczema trigger. Studies shows that stress can play a role in causing inflammation so by managing stressful situations by using relaxation techniques may help to reduce eczema flare-ups.
  • Relaxation techniques that may help include:
  • Meditation
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Deep breathing
  • Visualization
  • Music therapy
  • Yoga

Takeaway

If you are suffering with eczema, it’s important to avoid everything  that may irritate or dry your skin and cause a flare, including:

  • Perfumed soap or body wash
  • Soaps with dyes
  • Wool clothing
  • Tight clothing
  • Animal dander
  • Perfumed detergents

A combination of self-care measurements and these natural remedies can help to manage mild-to-moderate cases of eczema and to reduce the severity of symptoms.

Severe eczema may require proper medical consultation. Work with your doctor to create a treatment plan that’s best for you.

Hyperhidrosis

What is Hyperhidrosis and How to Cure it Naturally?

  • Hyperhidrosis is condition in which excessive sweating occurs abnormally that’s not necessarily related to heat or exercise. Sweating may occur so much that it soaks through your clothes or drips off your hands.
  • In this the sweat glands or the nerves cause the overproduction of sweat. This type of heavy sweating not only disrupts normal daily activities but also leads to social anxiety and embarrassment.

Symptoms of Hyperhidrosis

Heavy sweating is noticed among people

  • When they are in a hot environment
  • While doing exercise or exertion
  • In anxious condition or under stress.

The excessive sweating experienced with hyperhidrosis exceeds than normal sweating.

  • This excessive sweating mainly notices on the hands, feet, underarms or face causes at least one episode a week. And this sweating occurs on both sides of the body.

Causes for hyperhidrosis

Sweat glands

  • Sweating is natural phenomenon of your body to cool itself. Your nervous system automatically triggers your sweat glands when your body temperature rises. Sweating also occurs normally, especially on your palms, when you’re nervous.

Primary hyperhidrosis

  • This is the most common form of hyperhidrosis and is called primary focal (essential) hyperhidrosis. In this type, the nerves which signal your sweat glands become more active, even without any physical activity or a rise in temperature. In conditions of stress or nervousness, the problem becomes even worse.
  • There is not any underlying medical cause for this type of hyperhidrosis. It may be because of heredity, because it sometimes runs in families.

Secondary hyperhidrosis

  • In this type excess sweating occurs due to a medical condition. It’s the less common type. It mostly cause sweating all over your body. Medical Conditions that may cause excessive sweating include:
  • Low blood sugar
  • Diabetes
  • Thyroid problems
  • Hot flashes after menopause
  • Some types of cancer
  • Infections
  • Heart attack
  • Disorders of Nervous system

Complications

Complications of hyperhidrosis include:

  • Social and emotional effects. Having clammy or dripping hands and clothes soaked with sweating can be embarrassing when you are surrounded by people. Your condition can also affect your pursuit of work goals.
  • People who sweat more are prone to much kind of skin infections.

When to see a doctor

Sometimes excessive sweating is a sign of any serious medical condition. You should immediately consult with doctor if sweating is accompanied with chest pain or nausea.

Consult with doctor if:

  • Sweating disturbs your daily routine
  • Sweating is more than usual
  • Sweating causes distress or social withdrawal
  • You experience night sweats for no apparent reason

Diagnosis of Hyperhidrosis

Diagnosis can be made by taking complete medical history and symptoms. Further physical examination or tests are done to evaluate the cause of the condition.

Lab tests

Investigation like blood test, urine test or other lab tests may recommend to see if your sweating is caused by another medical condition, like an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) or low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).

Sweat tests

A number of tests are there to know the severity of the condition, including skin conductance test, an iodine-starch test, and a thermoregulatory sweat test.

Treatment of hyperhidrosis

  • If excessive sweating is occurring due to any medical condition then that condition will be treated first. If no clear cause of sweating found, then the treatment mainly focuses on controlling the excessive sweating.

Medicinal treatment

Medications used to treat hyperhidrosis include:

  • Prescription antiperspirant.
  • Prescription creams.
  • Nerve-blocking medications.
  • Botulinum toxin injections.

Surgical and other procedures include:

  • Sweat gland removal
  • Nerve surgery (sympathectomy)
  • Microwave therapy

Home remedies to cure hyperhidrosis naturally

  • Apply Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Apple cider vinegar is used to clean, preserve food, and even to help with some skin conditions. It can be helpful to control the odor-causing bacteria that contribute to hyperhidrosis symptoms like bromhidrosis.
  • So Use apple cider vinegar as a natural astringent. You can use it by applying it to your skin before going to bed and washing it off in the morning.
  • Make a Baking Soda & Cornstarch Paste
  • Both baking soda and cornstarch are helpful to absorb sweat, lower pH levels, and block odors. This acts as natural deodorant. You can make it by mixing baking soda with an equal part of cornstarch and applying it to clean, dry underarms.
  • Epsom Bath Salts Soak
  • Add some Epsom salt in water before 15-20 minutes while taking bath they act as an all-natural hyperhidrosis treatment.
  • Apply Lemon Juice
  • Lemon juice is another all-natural deodorant. Apply fresh lemon to your underarms at night, and then take a bath in the morning.
  • Apply Tea Tree Oil
  • Like other home remedies, tea tree oil is a natural astringent and is helpful to reduce odor-causing bacteria. To get its best results apply it using cotton balls to sweaty areas once or twice daily.
  • Maintain your Diet and life style

If you are taking the diet that increases sweating then they could be contributing to your hyperhidrosis symptoms. Be careful while taking diet. Correct diet may relieve the symptoms of hyperhidrosis. Here are some tips:

  • Follow a diet low in carbohydrates.
  • Adopt a gluten-free diet.
  • Lower sodium intake.
  • Drink more water to stay hydrated and cool.
  • Eat foods that help in your digestion like cucumbers, leafy greens, olive oil and watermelon etc.
  • Take vitamin B supplements.
  • Add some fresh juices in your diet like
  • Wheatgrass juice – contains vitamins and acts as natural detoxifier
  • Tomato juice – That shrinks pores, which slows excessive sweating.
  • Decaffeinated green tea contains magnesium and Vitamin B, which helps in constricting sweat glands.
  • Do exercise
  • Stop Smoking and avoid alcohol
  • Manage your Stress by meditation or other breathing exercises

The Final word

Finding effective home remedies for treatment of hyperhidrosis and its symptoms takes time and patience. Using these natural hyperhidrosis remedies may be an effective, affordable and safe way to treat and manage excessive sweating.

boost immunity foods

ANTIVIRAL PREVENTIVES AND IMMUNITY BOOSTERS IN CORONA

CINNAMON:

  • Cinnamon is a rich source of anti-oxidants which boots immunity naturally
  • Bring water to boil. Add the cinnamon powder to it and mix well Let the water simmer for 2-3 minutes.

TURMERIC:

  • Add raw turmeric and boil it with one teaspoon of ghee and have it every morning. It helps improve immunity
  • Golden milk (haldi dudh) – Half teaspoon haldi powder in 150ml of hot milk  drink once or twice a day

BLACK PAPPER:

  • Its active compounds have a role in boosting white blood cells, and it boosts metabolism
  • Use blsck papper as a :
  • Black papper tea with honey
  • Tomato black papper soup
  • Black papper kadha
  • Add it to salad and kadha

GILOY:

  • Giloy is full of anti oxidants and it boosts immunity naturally and helps to remove toxins from body
  • Giloy stem wash it  and boil it in water until the water becomes half the quantity. Then drink it

BASIL:

  • Basil contains two important water-soluble flavonoid antioxidants which helps to boost immunity naturally
  • Use as a tulsi tea, tulsi kadha,

NEEM:

  • Neem is a natural blood purifier
  • Treats skin infections
  • Healing cancer
  • Aids digestion
  • Eliminates acne causing bacteria
  • Use as a neem kadha, neem tea, neem juice

CLOVE:

  • It boost immunity
  • Improves digestion
  • Aids weight loss
  • Relieves stress
  • Clove is strong antibacterial agent
  • Eat 2 cloves with warm water before bed time to boost immunity

GINGER:

  • Properties – It has anti oxidants and anti inflammatory properties
  • Ginger has rich nutritional properties
  • Properties – It has anti oxidants and anti inflammatory properties
  • Use as a ginger tea, ginger water with honey

GARLIC:

  • PROPERTIES – Garlic has anti fungal , anti bacterial, antiseptic properties
  • Garlic is rich source of vitamins and minerals
  • It has magical immunity booster allicin which helps to fighting with several ailments
  • Best way eat raw garlic every day
  • Daily eating garlic gives viral fighting abilities

LICORICE ROOT( MULETHI):

  • Licorice has antioxidants, anti inflammatory, anti microbial properties
  • Use as a mulethi kadha, also consumed as a mulrthi powder or mulethi tea

POMEGRANATE:

  • Properties – antimicrobial, anti aging, anti oxidant, anti viral
  • Peels of pomegranate fruit can play a role in inhibiting coronavirus infection.
  • Boosts immunity
  • prevents anemia
  • helps with digestion
  • maintains liver health
  • fights with damages cells

 

Eczema

WHICH NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS HELPS WITH SKIN HYDRATION AND ELASTICITY FOR ECZEMA OR DERMATITIS:

Eczema

  • Eczema is a condition in which skin becomes inflames and itchy
  • eczema is inherited but is not contagious
  • and it affect people of any age and gender
  • Eczema is simply skin dryness that causes skin inflammation and skin irritation

DERMATITIS – IT IS THE MEDICAL OR LATIN NAME FOR ECZEMA

ECZEMA IN CHILDREN:

In children eczema is very common skin condition looks like red patches on the skin specially in scalp and  face, elbow, head, cheeks and knees

SYMPTOMS OF ECZEMA IN CHILDREN :

  • Pain
  • discomfort
  • improper sleep
  • rashes

IN CHILDREN CURE FROM ECZEMA:               

  • Give child a bath every day or every other day for 5-10 minutes in lukewarm water.
  • Use a gentle non-soap cleanser and used on the sweaty areas
  • Apply a moisturizer after bathing this helps the moisture of the water.
  • Use ointments such as petroleum jelly or fragrance-free moisturizing creams
  • Dress child in soft fabrics
  • Use mild, fragrance-free laundry detergents.
  • Antihistamine medicines
  • Avoid scratching

SYMPTOMS OF ECZEMA IN ADULTS:

  • Dry skin
  • intense Itching
  • Rashes on body
  • Small raised bump
  • Skin thickning
  • Swelling on body
  • cracked skin
  • red patches on skin

CAUSES OF ECZEMA:

  • Eczema is A gene variation that affects the skin’s ability to provide this protection.
  • STRESS
  • ENVIRONMENT
  • Genetic
  • anxiety overload
  • irritating chemicals

NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS HELPS WITH SKIN HYDRATION:

  • Honey rub little bit of honey – in skin and then wash with luke warm water
  • Coconut oil – apply coconut oil in skin at night and leave it for overnight
  • Avocado – mix avocado, honey, sugar and apply on skin then wash with cold water
  • Yogurt – mix yougurt with honey apply on dry areas of skin then wash with cold water
  • Aloe vera – mix aloe vera, cucumber, lemon juice apply on sin then rinse off with cold and hot water

Mayonnaise with coconut oil

  • Papaya is rich in vitamin a. This prevents from dryness use papaya as a scrub
  • Banana and honey – soothes the skin naturally

Barley flour, turmeric powder and mustard oil

 Sandalwood paste with rose water

 

  • Cucumber and tomatoescut of tomato and cucumber all over.
  • Cumin seeds, coriander seeds and fennel seeds make a juice of all the three ingredients.
  • Neem leavesyou can make fine paste out of the leaves
  • Oatmeal bath
  • Drinking milk – Milk it has anti-inflammatory properties apply raw milk direct on face to soothe skin naturally

Petroleum jelly.

  • Moisturize skin daily
  • Use an anti-itch cream
  • Take an oral allergy or anti-itch medication. …
  • Don’t scratch
  • Apply bandages on affected areas
  • Warm bath
  • Choose mild soaps without perfumes
  • Use a humidifier.
  • Drink plenty of water
  • Use gentle soap, face wash, and creams
  • Exercise regularly
  • Add natural ingredients in diet

NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS HELPS WITH SKIN ELASTICITY:

  • For skin elasticity eat food rich in antioxidants like vitamin C, vitamin E etc.
  • Aloe Vera gel is excellent for skin tightening. Aloe vera gel apply it on face and neck wash it off with cold water.
  • EGG WHITE WITH HONEY Rich in albumin protein, Egg white and the honey well. Apply this mixture on your face and neck.
  • Oil massage tighten the skin and make skin clear and smooth.
  • Coffee face pack cofee has anti oxidants properties and it contains caffeine, which makes skin smooth and moisturizing the skin.
  • ROSEMARY OIL WITH CUCUMBER- Rosemary oil helps in toning your skin and improves blood circulation.  Rosemary is rich in antioxidants helps to reduce elasticity
  • Green tea – green tea has many natural effects
  • Cabbage – cabbage is full of vitamins and helps in tighten the skin
  • Almond oil – almonds oil has vitamin E and reduce sagging and tightens the skin naturally
  • Castor oil – castor oil is very effective for skin problems massage with castor oil before going to bed naturally reduces the sagging
  • Avocado – helps in tighten the skin and reduce double chin

Ayurvedic Treatment for Eczema:

1. Detox Premium Powder:

This  powder contains :

  • Parwal Pishti
  • Shukta Pishti – it  balances the pitta dosha in the body.
  • Giloy Satv – It has antioxidant properties to removes all toxins out from the body.
  • Gandhak Rasayana:  gandhak acts as a blood purifier.
  • Tal Sindoor Sudhyog Tab
  • Moti Pishti– it has anti-inflammatory properties reduces inflammation
  • Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with plain water.

2. Blood Purifier Syrup:

All  ingredients acts as a natural blood purifier.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

3. Panchtikat Ghrit Guggul:

It relieves all skin diseases pachtikta ghrit gugulla balances Pitta & Kapha dosha

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet two times daily with normal water.

4. Twak churna:

Twak Churna balances all the three doshas

Twak churna helps reduce symptoms of various skin diseases It  also helps to reduce Pigmentation of skin,

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 teaspoon twice daily with normal water.

5. Skin Care tablet:

all ingredients in this tablet works very effectively on all skin types naturally

Skin care is a blood purifying tablet. It cools and detoxifies the blood,

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

6. Twak Tailam

Twak tailam reduce skin problems, reduce uneven pigments, helps in detoxification of skin and blood purification naturally

Recommended Dosage: Apply to affected area twice daily.