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Introduction_in allopathic ## Scabies is an itchy, highly contagious skin disease.## Scabies isn’t a sexually transmitted disease, although it can be transmitted through intimate contact, sharing clothing, or sharing bedding.## Scabies infestation occurs worldwide and is very common.## Causes-## caused by a tiny burrowing mite called Sarcoptes scabiei. Mites are small eight-legged parasites (in contrast to insects, which have six legs). They are tiny, just 1/3 millimeter long, and burrow into the skin to produce intense itching, which tends to be worse at night. The mites that infest humans are female and are 0.3 mm-0.4 mm long; the males are about half this size. Scabies mites can be seen with a magnifying glass or microscope. The scabies mites crawl but are unable to fly or jump. They are immobile at temperatures below 20 C, although they may survive for prolonged periods at these temperatures.## Symptoms-## After the initial exposure to scabies, it can take 2 to 5 weeksTrusted Source for symptoms to appear. The symptoms usually develop more quickly in people who’ve had scabies before, often as soon as 1 to 4 daysTrusted Source after exposure.## symptoms of scabies include ## •Itching, often severe and usually worse at night •Thin, irregular burrow tracks made up of tiny blisters or bumps on your skin## scabies is most often found:## Between the fingers## In the armpits## Around the waist## Along the insides of the wrists## On the inner elbows## On the soles of the feet## Around the breasts## Around the male genital area## On the buttocks## On the knees## In infants and young children, common sites of infestation usually include the:## Scalp, Palms of the hands, Soles of the feet. Treatment- ## Medications and self-care## IN AYURVEDA-According to Ayurveda Scabies can be correlated to Pama.## Pama is caused due to aggravation of Kapha in association with indigestion and Pitta. Types## 1)Dry scabies – It is commonly found in the anal orifice, over the scrotal skin and over the nipples.## 2)Pustular scabies – Starts in the finger webs and later spreads to other skin folds. Pus is also filled in the blisters, gradually.## Treatment- ## The main aim of treatment will be## To purify the blood and bring out the toxins from the blood stream, Locally to pacify the symptoms like itching and blisters ✓Ayurvedic medicines for scabies: ## Gandhaka rasayana – It is used in the treatment of skin diseases, itching, chronic fever, urinary tract disorders etc.## Arogyavardhini vati – It is used in the treatment of liver diseases, fever, skin diseases, etc.## Mahamanjishtadi kashaya – used in the treatment of skin diseases, gout, syphilis, non healing wounds.## Khadirarishta – used for treating wide range of skin disorders## Mahatiktaka kashaya – used for treating infectious skin diseases, abscess, non healing wounds and sinuses.## Rasamanikya – used for treating fever, bronchitis, Asthma and skin diseases Aragwadhadi kashaya ##

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ACCORDING TO ALLOPATHY-(INTRODUCTION,CAUSES, SIGN & SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENT)## INTRODUCTION-## According to modern, A highly contagious skin infection that causes red sores mainly on the face,due to which skin problem starts like infection or wound. This infection can also spread to any part of the body. Yellow or dark fluid may comes out from these wounds.## It's a skin infection caused by a bacteria, and it spreads easily. It's most common in babies and young children, but adults can get it too.## CAUSES-## According to modern, most impetigo is caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. The infection isn’t usually serious, but sometimes complications may develop.## SIGN AND SYMPTOMS-## The following are common symptoms and signs of impetigo## Rash on the skin Itching due to rash or wound. Feeling pain sometimes. Inflammation in areas with infection. In addition to these symptoms, there may be other symptoms.## TREATMENT- Conservative tratment## ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA- (INTRODUCTION,CAUSES,SIGN & SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENT)## According to ayurveda, it is a type of raktaja sukshma krimi related disease. It is non bullous type of impetigo comes under oupasargika roga.there is kapha-pitta samsarga in most of the lesions raga and paka are the main features of pitta dosha.## This infection is most prevalent in hot humid season of the year and more commonly affect infants## SIGN & SYMPTOMS-## Impetigo presented with clinical symptoms like appearance of bullae over the skin which may gets ruptured after 4 to 5 days with discharge of slightly turbid fluid and leaves backs an erythematous superficial ulcer. Subsequently there was appearance of multiple bullae in other parts of the body with same progression. Based on the clinical presentation of the disease and Dosha the disease is diagnosed as Charmadala Kusta with involvement of Twaka and Masa Dhatu, Raktavaha Srotus and treated as per Ayurvedic guidelines.## TREATMENT-## Kapha-Pittahara chikitsa is mainly given.sometimes there will be a aashukari state of the disease due to pitta-rakta releted bala samprapti.here krimighna chikitsa should be administered.bahiparimajana chikitsa is important as the disease belongs to oupasargika roga. -Patient will be treated with internal medication like Triphla Guggulu, Gandhaka Rasayan, Patola KatukaRohiniaadi Kshaya in required doses for 15 days along with Sphtika bhasma, Tankana bhasma, Godanti bhasma, Prawal bhasma Giloy satv, Shukta Pishti, Kamdudha Ras, tal sindor,akik pisti and for local applications Twak Tailam, Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu etc. can also be used in calculated doses. Patients is advised to bath with Nimbha Patra Kashaya. It is also adviced in breast feeding mother to take certain Sthanya Shodaka Drugs like Patha to nullify remote chances of feeding the vitiated breast milk.

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Eczema is termed “the itch that rashes,” since scratching normally precedes the rash.it is also called atopic dermatitis.## As per Ayurveda eczema, it can be broadly associated with vicharchika.An itchy inflammation of the skin.Atopic dermatitis usually develops in early childhood and is more common in people who have a family history of the condition.## According to charak samhita it is a condition where the skin has red rashes,with bumps,associated with profuse discharge,intense itching and often blue discoloration.some other also notify painful,dry and mild to moderate itching lesions.explantions of blackish lesions with severe itching and watery discharge over the skin are also available in classical versions.## Eczema affects males and females equally and is more common in people who have a personal or family history of asthma, environmental allergies and/or food allergies. It typically starts during infancy or early childhood and can persist into adulthood. However, eczema can occur in people of any age.Eczema doesn’t harm your body. It doesn’t mean that your skin is dirty or infected, and it’s not contagious.## Atopic dermatitis is the most severe and chronic (long-lasting) form of eczema. It's characterized by inflamed skin that may crack and release a clear fluid when scratched (an effect known as weeping).## CAUSES-##The cause of eczema is unknown. It is likely caused by both genetic and environmental factors. it’s triggered by an overactive immune system.Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is caused by a combination of immune system activation, genetics, environmental triggers and stress. Your immune system. If you have eczema, your immune system overreacts to small irritants or allergens. This overreaction can inflame your skin.## Eczema triggers- An eczema flare-up happens when one or more eczema symptoms appear on the skin. According to the National Health Service (NHS), research has shown that external and internal factors can contribute to flares of eczema. Common triggers include:## chemicals or preservatives found in cleansers and detergents scented products cigarette smoke external allergens such as pollens, mold, dust, or dust mites rough scratchy material, like wool synthetic fabrics sweating temperature changes stress food allergies animal dander upper respiratory infections## SIGN&SYMPTOMS-## The first signs of eczema are itchiness and redness.## The main symptom of eczema is itchy, dry, rough, flaky, inflamed, and irritated skin.## Eczema can show up anywhere on your skin. In teens and adults, it’s typically found on your hands, neck, inner elbows, ankles, knees, feet and around your eyes.## It can flare up, subside, and then flare up again.## Other symptoms include:-## intense itching## red or brownish-gray patches## small, raised bumps that ooze fluid when scratched## crusty patches of dried yellowish ooze, which can signal infection## thickened, scaly skin## sore or raw-feeling skin## Many people find their symptoms get worse at night, making it difficult to sleep. Scratching eczema further irritates and inflames the skin. This can cause infections that must be treated with antibiotics.## Sometimes, mild eczema can be managed at home by avoiding triggers and keeping skin moisturized. However, it’s best to see a doctor when symptoms are hard to manage or are getting worse. It’s a good idea to make a medical appointment if your:## eczema isn’t responding to over-the-counter treatments## symptoms are keeping you awake at night## symptoms are making it hard to complete everyday tasks## skin is blistering or weeping fluids## skin is peeling## skin is getting thick or scaly## TEST-## There’s no specific test that can be used to diagnose eczema. Often, a doctor can diagnose the condition by talking with you about your symptoms and examining your skin. Sometimes, a patch test might be done to help find eczema triggers.## A patch test can pinpoint certain allergens that trigger symptoms, like skin allergies associated with contact dermatitis## Pathya (Do’s):-## Lifestyle changes, including daily exercise, a balanced diet. Losing weight to help keep hormones in check Meditation on Yoga Pranayama, breathing exercises Maintaining cleanliness Old rice, barley, green gram, bitter vegetables, and meat from wild animals are good.## Apathya (Don’ts):-## Smoking junk, sticky, packed, stored food or coffee beverages. Sour, salty, heat-producing things such as pepper etc-curd, milk, jaggery, meat of marshy animals, sesame seeds, black gram are contraindicated. Sexual intimacy and alcoholic liquor should be prohibited. Sedentary lifestyles Excess sleep for the day, eating straight after dinner.## TREATMENT-## In ayurveda eczema is mainly treated with Panchakarma therapy.## Treatments may include medicines, skin creams, light therapy, and good skin care. ## There are treatments that can help manage your symptoms.## Oral over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamines can relieve itching. They work by blocking allergic reactions triggered by histamine.## Cortisone (steroid) creams and ointments can relieve itching and scaling.## Home remedies -## Home remedies and natural treatments can soothe the dry, itching skin that accompanies eczema. People can use creams, natural products, and dietary and lifestyle changes to manage or prevent eczema flares, especially in the winter, when symptoms tend to be at their worst.## Natural substances, such as aloevera gel and coconut oil, can moisturize dry, broken skin. They can also combat inflammation and harmful bacteria to reduce swelling and prevent infection.## Aloe vera gel-The antibacterial and antimicrobial effects can prevent skin infections, which are more likely to occur when a person has dry, cracked skin. Aloe’s wound-healing properties may soothe broken skin and promote healing.## Natural remedies cannot cure eczema, but they can help manage the symptoms and prevent flares. This article explores the best natural remedies for eczema.