Management of Psoriasis at Herbal Heal Ayurveda Sydney
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting skin and joints. It is characterised by redness and inflammation of the skin, followed by the formation of scaly patches called psoriatic plaques. Skin conditions are explained in Ayurveda under Kushta Roga. Mainly there are two types of Kushta, and they are Mahakushta and Kshudra Kushta.
What Causes Psoriasis?
According to Ayurveda, Psoriasis is a condition caused because of vitiation of all the three doshas such as Vata, Pitta and Kapha. However, predominantly Vata and Kapha are aggravated. When Vata dosha is vitiated predominantly, then we can see the symptoms such as pain, dryness of skin and formation of scaly plaques on the body. Pitta vitiation is characterised by burning sensation and inflammation of the skin. Finally, if Kapha is vitiated, the person will have symptoms such as itching, discharge and thickening of the skin.
What are the Triggering factors for Psoriasis?
- Intake of Virudhahara. I.e. In taking of incompatible food like dairy with fish.
- Excessive intake of black gram, yoghurt, seafood. Sour and salty food.
- Consumption of Alcohol and tobacco.
- Suppression of natural Urges, such as vomiting, holding urine or stool, may trigger this condition.
- Excess and regular intake of food irrespective of your hunger
- Stress and skin injuries can trigger this skin condition.
Clinical Features
- Reddish discolouration of skin associated with inflammation
- Scaling of skin which is in silver colour
- Itchy and painful skin
- Bleeding from scratched skin
- Scaly plaques on the scalp
- Blackening of the affected part.
Ayurvedic line of treatment
Psoriasis can be managed in Ayurveda by two methods which are Shodhana Chikitsa and Shamana Chikitsa.- Shodhana Chikitsa involves complete detoxification of the body by panchakarma therapies. Vamana, Virechanam, Rakthamoksha, Nasya and vasti. (https://herbalheal.com.au/panchakarma.php)
- Shamana Chikitsa is the administration of both internal and external medication.
Along with these treatments, Ayurveda strongly recommends a healthy lifestyle modification, diet changes and proper stress management.
Recommended Diet in Ayurveda
- Intake of wholesome food.
- Always consume fresh and warm food.
- Avoid junk food and incompatible food.
- Always hydrate your body with warm water.
- Intake of green grams is suitable for this condition.
- Avoid Alcohol and tobacco products.
- Try to avoid excess intake of black gram, dairy products and spicy food.
Book an appointment with Dr Aswani Anil to discuss your health condition.
Aswani has successfully dealt with many clients with Psoriasis.
Self-medication is not advisable. These advises are only for general information, an Ayurvedic doctor must be consulted before making any life style changes, diet changes or consuming ayurvedic drugs.
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