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dinay/Dadru – ringworm, dermatophytosis or tinea infection is a burst out condition of the skin. Due to bursting of exterior through the skin leads to circular or different shaped skin patches with itching. It is also commonly explained as fungal skin infection.
As per modern science the fungal infection which is caused by dermatophytes is called dermatophytosis, Tinea or ring worm. The term Tinea refers to worm in Latin. Ringworm is suggestive of the circular skin lesions with elevated edges
causes/ Predisposing factors
Poor nutrition – leading to less immunity, more proneness to infection
Excessive sweating Hot and humid climate – excessive sweating, leading to moist skin
Debilitating/ chronic diseases – compromised immunity
Poor hygiene, poor living conditions,
Diabetes – diabetic patients are usually more prone to skin diseases
Administration of cortico- steroids and immune suppressing agents, leading to compromised immunity. More chance for the fungus to invade.
useful Herbs
Herbs and substances useful in Dadru kushta (Tinea infections):
Bakuchi-Psoralea corylifolia – used in wide range of skin diseases including leucoderma.
Tuvaraka-Hydnocarpus laurifolia – also useful in fever, diabetes, hemorrhoids etc. Its oil Tuvaraka taila is used for external application.
Jati-Jasminum officinarum – main ingredient of many skin medicines like Jatyadi oil.
Nimba-Azadirachta indica
Patola- pointed gourd – Cucumerina dioica
Dhattura-Belladonna-Dhatura metel
Karaveera-Nerium indicum
Daruharidra-Berberis aristata
Haridra-Turmeric-Curcuma longa
Karanja-Pongamia pinnata
Aragwadha-Cassia fustula
Mriddarashringa-Litharge
Gandhaka – Sulphur
Haratala -Purified Yellow arsenic (to be used under medical supervision)
Tuttha – Copper sulphate solution is used externally in skin disorders (to be used under medical supervision)
Ayurvedic medicines
Ayurvedic medicines for Dermatophytosis:
Gandhaka rasayana – used in the treatment of skin diseases, itching, chronic fever, urinary tract disorders etc. Available in tablet and powder form.
Arogyavardhini vati – used in the treatment of liver diseases, fever, skin diseases, etc
Aragwadhadi kashaya – used in the Ayurvedic treatment of vomiting, diabetes, skin diseases with itching and non healing wounds.
Haridra Khand – used widely in the treatment of allergic skin diseases, itching skin diseases. It improves skin quality and complexion.
Rasamanikya – in tablet or powder form. It is used in the treatment of fever, bronchitis, Asthma etc.
Mahatiktaka kashaya – used to treat wide range of skin diseases, abscess, non healing wounds and sinuses.
Panchatiktaka guggulu – used in skin diseases and fever.
Guggulu tiktaka kashaya – used in treating inflammatory conditions of skin, joints and bones.
Hajrul Yahood Bhasma – mainly used in urinary calculi, used for external application for skin disorders in children.
External application
Medicines for external application for tinea infection:
Jatyadi oil – used for quick wound healing in blisters, sinuses, non healing wounds etc. it is used for external application.
Dhurdhurapatradi Thailam – especially useful in tinea capitis (scalp fungal infection)
Nalpamaradi taila – especially useful for massage of whole body infection – Tinea corporisGandhakadya malahara – used to treat skin diseases such as dermatitis, fungal infection etc.
Rasottamadi lepa – Mahamanjishthadi taila
Jasadamrita malahara – Made out of zinc oxide
Sindooradi malahara
Wholesome diet and habits for tinea infection:
Warm water
Astringent-bi⁴tter and light food
Regular washing and bathing
Proper exercise – to improve body strength and immunity
Buttermilk
Light and easily digestible food
Turmeric, curry leaves, cinnamon, cardamom
Unwholesome diet and habits
Oily food, junk foods, sodas – upsets stomach and intestines, worsens immunity strength
Cold water
Dust and contaminants
Heavy and excessive food
Slimy and spicy food
Night awakening
Improper bowel habit etc
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