Eczema in Children

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Eczema in Children

Eczema, otherwise called atopic dermatitis, is a progressive skin disease.It causes dryness, redness and itching of skin. Skin of children having eczema will be more sensitive than normal people. About 1 in 10 children are affected with eczema. In Ayurveda, the symptoms seen in eczema are clearly explained as Vicharchika. Dr. Gupta’s IAFA is keenly focussed in providing ultimate care for various infections and allergies. IAFA is the prime Ayurvedic institute that offers the finest treatment especially for children through its Ayurpediatric department.

Causes of Ec zema

Eczema is caused by defectsin the skin tissue. Most children having eczema,lack a special protein called filaggrin in their outer skin layer. Filaggrin protects skin by acting as a strong barrier between the body and external environment. Skin deficient in filaggrinwill experience difficulty in holding water and fails to prevent bacteria and other environmental irritants.

Other factors leading to eczema includes:

Genetic factors
Environment factors
Hereditary
Associated with other allergic conditions such as asthma and allergic rhinitis
Can be associated withfood allergies

Ayurvedic reference of Eczema in Children

Symptoms of Eczema

The symptoms of eczema will be different in different individuals. It may affect different areas of the body at different times.

Important and common symptoms include:

Itching ranging from mild to moderate
Inflammation of skin
Bleeding on scratch
Sensitive and dry skin
Skin discoloration
Scaly patches of skin
Oozing
Rough and leathery skin

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Ayurvedic Allergy Specialist
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Diet in Eczema in Children

Do’s (Pathya) for Eczema in Children

Apples
Blueberries
Cherries
Spinach
Maintain personal and environmental hygiene
Identify allergen and avoid exposure to it.
Adequate sleep
Drink enough quantity of water
Easily digestible food
Vegetarian diet with less oil
Include fruits and vegetables in diet

Don’ts (Apathya) of Eczema in Children

Cakes
Coffee
Fastfood items
Bakery food
Red chilly
Egg
Oily food
Ajinomoto containing food
Chemical-based lotion
Day sleep
Use of medicines without doctor’s prescription.

Yoga and Pranayama for Eczema in Children

Yoga asanas (postures) help to strengthen body as well as mind. Following asanas (postures) will be beneficial in strengthening body’s immune system.

Vajrasan
Padmasana
Pavanamuktasana
Paschimothasana
Savasana
Surya namaskar
Padmasana

Pranayama helps to retain the pathway of body channels and to clean them. This aids in nourishment of body cells and to heal them.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Eczema in Children

Eczema can be treated effectively through Ayurveda. It also focuses on preventing recurrence of allergic reactions.

Internal Medicines for Eczema in Children

Padoladi Kashaya
Guluchyadi kashaya
Manjishtadi Kashaya
Panchatiktaka Kashaya
Aragwadhadi Kashaya

Khadirarishta
Gandhaka rasayana
Manibhadra gula
Kaisoraguggulu gulika
Avipathy churna

External Medicines for Eczema in Children

Aragwadadi Kashaya

Rasottamadi lepa

Eladi gana churna

Guluchyadi kashaya

Nimbadi churna

Triphala churna

Treatment Procedures for Eczema in Children

Vamana (Emesis)
Virechana (Purgation)

Kashaya Dhara (Pouring medicated liquid)
Raktamoksha (Blood-letting)

Single drugs for the Management of Eczema in Children

Haridra (Curcuma longa)
Nimba (Azadirachta indica)
Padmaka (Prunus cerasoides)
Sirisha (Albizia lebbeck)

Khadira (Acacia catechu)

Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum)

Aragwadha (Cassia fistula)

Kumari (Aloe vera)

References

Ram Narayan Sharma, Ayurved Sarsangrah published by Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan, Kolkata, Ras Rasayan Prakaran, Reprint – 2008, p.291.
Kaviraj Ambikdutta Shastri Sushruta. Sushruta Samhita, edited with Ayurveda – Tattava – Sandipika Hindi commentary, Vol – 1, Chaukhambha Sanskrit Sansthan, Varanasi, Reprint – 2014, Nidan Sthan, Su.Ni. 5/5 p. 320.
Siddhi Nandan Mishra. Bhaishjya Ratnavali Hindi Commentary. Varanasi; Chaukhambha Sanskrit Bharti Prakashan; 2012. P. 497.
Child Health and Ayurveda, Edition 2021, by Sahil Gupta, Eczema in Children, Chapter No. 24, Page No. 103-107.

Article Written By: Dr. Sahil Gupta (B.A.M.S., M.H.A.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: How is eczema caused?

Answer: Eczema is caused by various reasons like genetic factors, environmental changes, allergies etc.

Question: What are the common symptoms of eczema?

Answer: Eczema is manifested as itchy, discoloured, dry and oozing skin.

Question: Is Ayurvedic treatment effective in the management of eczema?

Answer: Yes. Ayurveda is quite effective in treating eczema. Internal medicines and external therapies along with body purification surely reduce symptoms and frequency of recurrence.

Question: What are the factors that trigger eczema?

Answer: There are many factors responsible for the flare-ups such as irritants and allergens.

Question: What should not be eaten if a person has eczema?

Answer: Some fruits such as citrus fruits, dairy products, eggs should not be consumed.

Question: Is Ayurvedic treatment good for eczema?

Answer: In Ayurvedic treatment, eczema is mainly treated with herbs and herbal medications. You’ll need to visit an Ayurvedic expert to get Ayurvedic treatment.