Psoriasis (Mandal)

Psoriasis (Mandal)

Ayurvedic Approach to Psoriasis (Mandal) at Kurias Earth Ayurveda Hospital

Psoriasis, known as Mandal in Ayurveda, is a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation, redness, and the formation of scales on the skin. It is primarily caused by an imbalance in the Pitta dosha, which symbolizes fire and has heating properties.

Understanding Psoriasis

In Ayurveda, psoriasis is linked to an imbalance in the Pitta dosha, often due to:

  • Faulty Dietary Habits: Consumption of excessively hot, spicy, and acidic foods.
  • Sedentary Lifestyle: Lack of physical activity leading to poor digestion and accumulation of toxins (ama).

The imbalance in Pitta leads to the accumulation of ama or toxins in various body tissues, including:

  • Rasa (Nutrient Plasma)
  • Rakta (Blood)
  • Mansa (Muscles)
  • Lasika (Lymph)

These toxins contaminate the tissues, leading to skin conditions such as psoriasis. Local treatments like creams and antibiotics may provide temporary relief but do not address the root cause.

Ayurvedic Treatment Protocol for Psoriasis

Dosha Balancing:

  • Pitta Imbalance: Focus on cooling and balancing Pitta dosha through diet, lifestyle changes, and herbal remedies.

Herbal Remedies:

  • Cooling Herbs: To pacify Pitta and reduce inflammation and heat in the body.
  • Detoxifying Herbs: To cleanse the body of accumulated toxins.

Detoxification:

  • Panchakarma Therapies:
    1. Vamana (Therapeutic Emesis): Helps eliminate toxins from the body.
    2. Virechana (Purgation): Aids in detoxifying and balancing Pitta.
    3. Basti (Medicated Enema): Cleanses the colon and balances Pitta and Vata doshas.

Rejuvenation (Rasayana) Therapy:

  • Rasayana Herbs and Treatments: To rejuvenate the skin and overall health, and strengthen the body's resistance to disease.

Diet and Lifestyle Modifications:

  1. Diet:
    1. Avoid hot, spicy, and acidic foods that aggravate Pitta.
    2. Include cooling and soothing foods that balance Pitta and support skin health.
  2. Lifestyle:
    1. Incorporate regular physical activity and stress management techniques.
    2. Maintain a balanced routine to support overall health and well-being.

External Treatments:

  1. Local Therapies: Use of herbal oils and pastes to soothe and heal affected skin areas.
  2. Daily Abhyanga (Oil Massage): To nourish the skin and balance Pitta.

Mind-Body Practices:

  1. Yoga and Pranayama: Practices to balance the doshas, reduce stress, and promote overall wellness.
  2. Meditation: Helps manage stress and maintain mental and emotional balance.

Comprehensive Care

At Kurias Earth Ayurveda Hospital, we offer a holistic and individualized approach to managing psoriasis. Our treatment plans address the root causes of the condition by balancing the doshas, detoxifying the body, and supporting overall health. We provide comprehensive care for various types of psoriasis, including Plaque psoriasis, Guttate psoriasis, Inverse psoriasis, Pustular psoriasis, Psoriatic arthritis, Nail psoriasis, and Erythrodermic psoriasis.

Our goal is to help individuals achieve long-term relief by restoring balance, eliminating toxins, and promoting healthy skin and overall well-being.