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Introduction
This website is designed for patients suffering from Leucoderma (white patches), aiming to provide them with knowledge about the causes and precautions of the disease. Reading this website will be highly beneficial for them. Please take a moment to read it yourself and share it with others so they too can benefit.
Gift of the ayurveda
Credit is due to the Ayurvedic system alone, which can transform a dull life into an interesting one. Under this system of medicine, intricate and chronic diseases of the human body are successfully treated, often regarded as very difficult by modern medical systems. In ancient times, all diseases were treated successfully according to Ayurvedic principles. Scholars of Ayurveda and sages have described many highly effective medicinal prescriptions and remedial measures for Leucoderma (white patches) that are unparalleled. Despite being aware of these treatments, people often do not use them systematically. It is regrettable that patients often wander for years in search of a quick cure, only to find that the disease has advanced further.
The Ayurvedic system of treatment may take some time, but it is solely credited with thoroughly removing white patches forever after complete purification of the body. This book provides descriptions of the causes of white patches on the human body, remedial measures, and treatment. However, if you still encounter any personal difficulty, struggle with diagnosis, or require advice, you may freely contact Ishan Clinic. Every effort will be made to solve your problems in a fitting manner.
Description Of The Disease
This disease is known by different names in different languages such as white patches, white leprosy, Shwitra, Khasthan, Phulbahri, Versa, Leucoderma, Vitiligo, etc. In this condition, white, rosy (pink), coppery, or red spots appear on the body. Initially, these spots are very small, but as the disease progresses, they enlarge and eventually unite. Thus, the spots become very large. In advanced stages, the spots cover such a large portion of the body that the natural color of the skin disappears, and even the hairs on the spots become white. This disease can manifest at any age and in any part of the body.
Generally, there is no trouble whatsoever at the site where white spots appear. However, some patients may experience itching sensation or burning pain on the spots. The disease can be concealed if it affects a hidden part of the body. However, when the spots are on the face or other visible parts, they can be quite unsightly. People may hesitate to dine or sit with patients suffering from white patches, fearing they might catch the disease. However, it should be known that the disease is not infectious, and patients should not be ignored. Due to this disease, parents face difficulties in arranging marriages for their affected sons and daughters. Men and women affected by white spots may lose respect in society and be neglected by others. The disease can rob handsome boys, girls, men, and women of their physical charm. Elderly individuals suffering from this disease endure pain and agony. White patches are more prevalent in our country than in others.
Although scholars of Ayurveda have described eighteen types of leprosy, “White Patches” is not among them. However, it has been treated as a simple skin disease, considered to be caused by a disorder of the skin. Hence, its description has been provided separately. Despite being a simple skin disease, it holds a prominent position in terms of diagnosis and treatment.
If you encounter any personal difficulty, struggle with diagnosis, or require advice regarding this condition, you may freely contact Ishan Clinic. Every effort will be made to provide appropriate assistance.
Seven Kinds (Layers) Of Skin
According to Acharya Sushrut, there are seven kinds of skin: Avabhasini, Lohita, Shweta, Tamra, Vedini, Rohini, and Mansdhara. However, only four of these are described below:
Avabhasini: This is the uppermost layer of the skin, through which we perceive the complexion of the body. Sehuan (Sihuli) appears on this layer.
Lohita: This is the second layer of the skin, situated below Avabhasini. Minor diseases originate in this layer.
Shweta: This layer lies between Lohita and Tamra.
Tamra: This is the fourth layer of the skin, where Leucoderma originates. Pigment cells are found in this layer. When these cells fail to capture color or do not capture color on specific parts of the body, white spots appear in those places.
Different symptoms due to different disorders
According to Acharya Charak, Switra (White Patches) caused by the wind humor appears somewhat red and is confined to the blood. Switra caused by the bile humor is red and is confined to the flesh. Switra caused by the phlegm humor is white and is confined to the marrow and lymph. Switra caused by phlegm is more severe than Switra caused by bile.
Modern theory suggests that liver trouble is the root cause of the disease. According to this theory, when the quantity of melanin decreases in the skin, the skin color becomes white. Melanin, a substance found in the skin, controls skin color. When this substance decreases due to some reason, the skin color changes. The skin color depends on melanin, and where protein is needed to maintain the color of the skin, copper (Tamra) is also needed.
Kinds Of Leucoderma
Acharya Charak has referred to Leucoderma by three names viz., Varun, Darun & Switra. Acharya Sushrut has mentioned it by two names, viz., Switra and Kilas. According to Acharya Charak Switra (Leucoderma) is of two kinds: Kilas and Arun. White spots based on flesh are called Arun.
Causes of the white patches
There are several causes of Leucoderma, but not every case has the same cause. It cannot be definitively stated what the main cause of this disease is. However, according to Ayurveda, one suggested cause seems to be more reasonable. It is believed that due to wrong diet and lifestyle habits, the body’s wind, bile, and phlegm become imbalanced, leading to deterioration and the production of white patches on the skin.
Certain food items, when consumed separately, may not cause harm, but when combined with other foods, can be harmful. For example, sour fruits, salt or salty foods, meat, fish, wine, and radish may not cause harm individually, but when consumed with milk, they may lead to white patches.
Suppressing natural bodily functions such as vomiting, bowel movements, and urination can also lead to white patches.
Additionally, there are rules regarding sexual intercourse that should be followed. For instance, white patches may occur if intercourse is done soon after: (i) eating a full meal, (ii) consuming an excessive amount of alcohol, (iii) drinking cold water immediately after intercourse, (iv) having intercourse with a woman during menstruation, (v) having intercourse with an elderly woman, (vi) having intercourse with a reluctant or hostile partner, (vii) having intercourse with a woman suffering from venereal disease, or (viii) having intercourse with an animal.
Adulteration in food items is also considered a cause of white patches. Nowadays, adulterated food items such as edible oil, ghee, milk, milk powder, flour, and spices can disrupt the digestive system, ultimately affecting the liver and bile, leading to white patches.
According to Ayurvedic scholars and ancient sages, Leucoderma is often hereditary as well.
Causes of the disease being complicated and chronic
When patients suffering from white patches get themselves properly examined in the early stages and receive a correct diagnosis, along with systematic medication, they can get rid of the disease permanently in a short time, regardless of the affected body part. However, if left untreated, the disease can become complicated and chronic, requiring a longer time for complete cure.
In some cases, the application of incorrect medication to the white spots can cause the skin to thicken, leading to chronicity of the disease. Eliminating the disease and restoring the natural color of the skin may take a longer time in such cases. Additionally, there may be spots on areas such as the soles, palms, lips, or genital organs, which may be over three years old. Treating these spots may require consistent medication and adherence to necessary rules for a considerable period to completely resolve all bodily disorders and eliminate the white spots.
Points to note during Treatment
While treating a disease it is very essential to check the very causes of the disease, so that the disease may be removed forever. It matters little whether the disease be of any type whatsoever. White patches appear on the body due to various deficiencies and disorders in the body. Hence, their treatment require patience and courage, because on removal of all internal disorders of the body in attaining perfect health the time taken in their treatment depends on the following factors:– (a) how old the disease is, (b) how far it has spread, (c) in what parts of the body it has spread. It the spots are very old and have spread far and wide, it is quite natural that it may take longer time to cure the disease. According, the patient has to keep patience during treatment. This disease is not like fever etc., is gone. It will surely take some time to change the colour of the skin.
Since every patient of this disease is not cured by the same kind of treatment so it is necessary to treat the disease according to it nature. It is quite essential to continue the treatment for a longer period even when the white spots of the whole face and on other parts of the body are completely eliminated, so that all disorders of the body are removed and the spots do not appear again.
Only External Treatment is not Sufficient
“White patches” on the body is not a disease that can be eliminated solely through external treatment. While external applications may temporarily eradicate the patches, they cannot eliminate them permanently. In today’s fashion-conscious society, many patients feel ashamed or hesitant about their condition. They may purchase over-the-counter ointments or liniments to conceal the disease, but they are unaware that they are risking their own health.
Even if the white spots are small in size, it is crucial to realize that the disease has spread or is beginning to spread. Unless the internal disorder of the body is addressed, there is a risk of the disease spreading to other parts of the body. Therefore, it is essential for patients to seek treatment early on to prevent the advancement of the disease.
Expense on Treatment
The expense on treatment depends on the disease. First of all, full attention is paid to the following factors: (a) how old the disease is, (b) in what parts of the body the disease is located, (c) how far complicated and chronic the disease is. The strong and highly effective medicines are arranged, so that the patient may get rid of the disease and attain perfect health. Monthly expense may vary from Rs. 2000 to 3000 approximately.
Experience of Advantages
As Leucoderma is a complex and chronic disease, it takes time to eliminate it completely. The duration and extent of the disease, as well as the specific area of the body affected, determine the time required for complete cure. Even after using medication for a short time, some improvements may be observed. However, it may take three, four, six, or even eight months to a year to thoroughly cure the disease.
If slight changes are noticed on the spots soon after starting the medication, it indicates that the elimination of the spots may be relatively easy, and they may soon disappear. However, spots that have been present for a longer time may take more time to eliminate.
During treatment, the spots may start to shrink from the edges. Sometimes they may turn red like copper, sometimes black, and sometimes the natural color of the body may reflect on the white spots. Eventually, the spots grow smaller and may even disappear completely. At this stage, the patient is cured of the disease.
Tested Yoga's (Formulas) for Elimination of White patches
The Ayurvedic scholars and ancient sages have described Yoga practices in their great books for the complete eradication of white patches, which are unparalleled. No other treatment or medicines in the world can equal the effectiveness of Ayurvedic Yoga. This is an undeniable truth. White spots, no matter how old they are, how white they appear, or even if the hairs on the spots have turned white, can be eliminated through Yoga.
These Yoga practices are mentioned in ancient texts, yet people often fail to use them systematically and attentively. Instead, some may foolishly believe that the disease is incurable. Ayurvedic scholars have stated that by using these Yoga practices, white patches as white as conch shells or the moon can be eradicated without fail.
Although white patches are considered a simple skin disease and not included among the eighteen types of leprosy described in Ayurvedic texts, it still holds a prominent position in terms of diagnosis and treatment. It is viewed as a disorder of the skin, and its description is provided separately. Despite being a simple skin disease, it is significant due to its diagnosis and treatment approaches.
Advice to Patients
(1) Take a walk daily early in the morning. If possible, take some physical exercise also. (2) Take light and easily digestible food.
(3) Take food two or three hours before going to bed, so that food may be easily digested.
(4) Never allow your stomach to be in disorder, because it helps the disease to grow abruptly (too much).
In other word, you must pay immediate attention, if there be any such disease as constipation, dysentery
or worms etc.
(5) If you are addicted to drinking wine, etc., you must give it up.
(6) Stop taking meat, fish, or eggs etc., completely.
(7) If a small child is affected with white patches, you must pay attention to its stools and see, if its
digestion is alright or not or if it has developed worms or not. You should also see if its liver is functioning well or not.
(8) If there is Leucoderma in a family its children should ‘as far as’ practicable avoid eating sour food articles or sour fruits, in order that the attack of white patches.
(9) If the white spots are few or they may be as small as a point they must not be ignored thinking that they are very few. Hence, as soon as the white spot is visible, treatment must begin so that the disease may not spread to other parts of the body.
Abstinence
(1) Non-vegetarian food, such as meat or food articles prepared from meat, fish, cock’s flesh, eggs etc.
(2) Acidic food substance and sour fruits.
(3) Food articles causing constipation.
(4) Heavy food such as Puri, Kachauri, Halwa etc. prepared from Ghee or oil.
(5) Too much use of ghee or mustard oil.
(6) Red chilli and spices and very tasteful vegetables prepared with them.
(7) Pulses of Urid, Kulthi and Karai (pea).
(8) Intemperate food.
(9) Irregular timing of stools.
(10) Checking the tendency of urine and stools.
(11) Those food articles which cause trouble to the body.
(12) Sleeping in day, because it is harmful.
(13) Intoxication, such as wine etc.
(14) Nylon, Terri cot and other such clothes which produce itching sensation or wounds. Use cotton cloth only.
Some useful instruction for patients suffering from Leucoderma
(1) Always take breakfast, dinner and supper in time.
(2) Always go to bed in time and always get up in time. Try to sleep till 9 p.m. and get up by 6 a.m.
(3) Avoid constipation. Use bel (fruit) and papaya and gram (corn) to check constipation.Before going to bed take 5 to 10 grams of safgoal husk (Isabgoal) and drink cold water after this. This will also check constipation.
(4) Take bread and other food articles prepared from wheat, barley and gram.
(5) Take rice and other food articles prepared from rice.
(6) Take pulse of Arhar, Moong and gram only.
(7) Take milk and whey only. Do not take curd.
(8) Always use green vegetables and sweet fruits. They are very essential for good health. (9) Use less quantity of sugar, molasses and salt.
The patients should pay Attention
Let the disease not progress further. Seek the refuge of Ayurveda: Why remain a patient when Ayurveda is available? Understand the root causes of the disease, take preventive measures, and seek proper treatment.
Perhaps you are not fully aware of what Ayurveda entails, otherwise, you would not have allowed the disease to progress to this extent. Do not let ignorance lead you to seek quick remedies elsewhere, which may only complicate the disease further. In ancient times, even more intricate and chronic diseases were cured through Ayurvedic treatment. While it may take longer to cure the disease, credit goes to Ayurveda alone for its ability to eliminate white patches.
Patients affected by this disease should not lose hope. With patience and courage, they can surely overcome the disease through proper treatment. In ancient times, Ayurvedic scholars and sages gained great reputations by curing Leucoderma using rare herbs, efficacious Ras-Rasayan, and precious bhasmas. Now, you too can achieve perfect health by following these ancient Ayurvedic prescriptions.
Make a solemn vow and commit yourself to this treatment. With patience and courage, you will surely overcome this affliction.
Research of a New system on White Patches
Research on a new system for treating white patches is aimed at developing innovative and effective methods to address this condition. This system focuses on understanding the underlying causes of white patches, such as immune system dysfunction or melanin production issues, and developing targeted therapies to address these root causes.
The research involves studying the efficacy of various treatments, including topical medications, phototherapy, and oral supplements, as well as exploring the potential of new technologies such as gene therapy or stem cell transplantation.
Furthermore, this new system emphasizes personalized treatment approaches, taking into account factors such as the extent and severity of the white patches, as well as individual patient characteristics and preferences.
Clinical trials are underway to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of these novel treatments, with the goal of providing patients with more options for managing and potentially eliminating white patches.
Treatment of Patients
The treatment of patients with white patches involves a comprehensive approach aimed at addressing the underlying causes and minimizing the appearance of the patches.
Initially, patients undergo a thorough evaluation to determine the extent of the condition and any contributing factors. Treatment options may include topical medications, phototherapy, oral medications, and lifestyle modifications.
Topical medications such as corticosteroids or calcineurin inhibitors are often prescribed to help reduce inflammation and encourage repigmentation of the skin. Phototherapy, including UVB therapy and PUVA therapy, can help stimulate melanin production and reduce the appearance of white patches.
Oral medications such as corticosteroids, vitamin D analogs, and immune-modulating drugs may be prescribed for more severe cases or when topical treatments are ineffective.
In addition to medical treatments, patients are encouraged to adopt healthy lifestyle habits such as avoiding sun exposure, managing stress, and eating a balanced diet to support overall skin health.
Regular follow-up appointments are essential to monitor progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and provide ongoing support to patients. With a tailored treatment approach and consistent management, many patients can achieve significant improvement in their condition.
Expense on Treatment
The expense on treatment depends on the disease. First of all, full attention is paid to the following factors:
(a) How old the disease is, (b) in what parts of the body the disease is located
(c)how far complicated and chronic the disease is. The strong and highly effective medicines are arranged, so that the patient may get rid of the disease and attain perfect health. Monthly expense may vary from Rs. 2000 to 3000 approximately.
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