Fungal Infection (Dadru)
Skin is mostly affected by fungus as it is external covering of body. In Ayurveda skin fungal infection is termed as Dadru...
by Dr. Sunil Ahlawat, B.A.M.S. (M.D. University), Practicing in Ayurveda since 2001
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Updated On: 9/2/2009

Responsible Dosha: Pitta and Kapha

Ayurveda the life science sees connection between the body mind & soul. Ayurveda says in healthy human body five senses are gateways into the body-mind. These senses take impressions of subject from environment & take it to mind. When healthy foods, visual impressions, sounds, smells and touch are taken in, the body responds well in form of balance doshas.

Skin is a sense organ. Touch, pain, temperature, pressure are subjects for skin. It gives external covering to the whole body. Ayurveda states that the skin has seven layers. These seven layers get their nutrition from muscles. According to Ayurveda skin is a secondary tissue product of the blood, so it is said to be a mirror that reflects the qualities of the blood and the body's plasma tissue. Hence it is a common saying that 'glowing skin is the result of good quality plasma and blood. Skin is mostly affected by fungus as it is external covering of body. In Ayurveda skin fungal infection known as ‘Dadru’.

Causes:

According to Ayurveda vitiation in three doshas, mainly aggravation of Pitta and Kapha causes fungal skin disorder. A number of things which my increase the risk of from fungal infections, these includes- if you have recently taken a course of antibiotics, oral steroids, diabetes, obese, history of fungal infections weak immune system, Moist skin encourages fungal infections. Damage to the skin surface, such as a cut or graze, can also encourage fungi to grow. Also there are chances catch fungal infections from animals such as cats or dogs.

Symptoms:

The fungus may infect just one area of the body, or may be several areas. Fungi live on all surfaces of our bodies under certain conditions like in warm and moist areas. The symptoms and appearance depends on the fungus causing it and part affected. Fungal infections of the scalp or beard can lead to hair loss. They can cause rashes with a variety of different appearances.

• Circular lesion, itchy, scaly & clear in centre and may occur on any exposed area
• Ringworm sometimes infects the inner & upper part of thigh
• Dryness, rigidity & discoloration of nails
• Baldness, itching & scaling in scalp; hair becomes dry & brittle
• Itchy lesion in Axilla & the breast in females

Treatment:

Diet Management:
Proper intake of nutrients and adequate diet is most important for healthy skin. Without Healthy diet skin can shrivel up like a plant without water after some time. To keep skin healthy glowing and younger diet management is also important as well as treatment. Always eat fresh, Leafy green vegetables contain vitamins, minerals and are high in antioxidant properties. Sweet juicy fruits like grapes, melons, pears, plums and stewed apples at breakfast are excellent for the skin in almost everyone. Avoid junk, spicy, oily, packaged, canned, frozen, processed foods. These foods have little nutritional value and also poorly digested by our stomach which creates impurities that localize in the skin.

Yoga Asana Help:
Yoga gives your skin a healthy glow by balancing your hormones and boosting the flow of oxygen-rich blood to your skin and remove toxins. Yoga has the potential to reduce facial wrinkles and produce a natural 'face-lift'. For your physical health after you finish meditation you can start with Surya namaskar or the Sun Salutation (refer to the shown image), as it is excellent for your entire body and easy to learn. Then gradually move on to other asanas or poses (Matsya asna, Sarwangasna, Deep-breathing, Pranayama, laughter therapy, lotus posture, forward bend). Learning all the yoga asana or poses from a qualified teacher will be safe and beneficial.

Herbs in fungal infection:
Babool, Garlic, Aloe Vera gel, Tea tree oil, Olive oil, Black walnut, Castor bean

Home Remedies:

• Rub garlic juice on the site of infection
• Make a paste with neem and raw turmeric, apply it 2-3 times a day
• Apply the past of holy basil leaves on the skin rashes
• Coconut oil and camphor, apply 2-3 times a day
• Apply turmeric and holy basil leaves locally twice a day is effectively helps in fungal infection

Therapeutic Remedies:

• Kaishore Gugllu
• Khadirarisht
• Gandhak Rasayana
• Triphla Powder

"Ayurveda as a life science is the real way of life. Both conscious and sub–conscious level knowledge is required to understand it completely, only after that one can enjoy balance between health and spiritual growth. I am committed to explore all the expanded options for our community which are available in Ayurveda to enhance physical, mental and spiritual health." - Dr. Sunil Ahlawat (sunil_ahlawat1@yahoo.co.in).

Ayurveda Doctor, Yoga, Acupressure Specialist, Naturopathy Consultant.

Dr. Sunil has received his bachelor degree in Ayurveda from Maharishi Dayanand University in 2001. Today, he is a certified doctor by Delhi Bhartiya Chikitsa Parishad (New Delhi).

In his professional experience Dr. Sunil was honored by Dabur India Pvt. Ltd. for his dedication and services in the field of Ayurveda. The main areas of his professional specialization are:

• Pulse diagnosis (Recognition of constitutional type body doshas);
• Ayurveda food habits and life style;
• Rasayanas & Vaajikarna;
• Yoga, meditation and spiritual growth;
• Herbal remedies and cure with herbal therapeutic remedies.

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