Ayurvedic Management of Seborrheic Dermatitis

    Raja Singla
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    TLDR Ayurveda offers a safer and effective way to manage Seborrheic dermatitis without severe side effects.
    Seborrheic dermatitis is a chronic condition marked by greasy scales and erythematous patches, often leading to itchy, flaking skin and sometimes hair loss. Modern treatments using corticosteroids can cause severe side effects, including liver and kidney toxicity and bone marrow depletion. Ayurveda offers a safer alternative, correlating Seborrheic dermatitis with eka kustha due to symptom similarities. The article reviews Ayurvedic concepts and highlights the roles of Panchkarma and shamana chikitsa in managing Seborrheic dermatitis effectively.
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