Autoimmune bullous skin disease is a rare disorder which is characterized by over-lapping features, resistant to treatment and potential fatality. It needs quick and proper management to avoid fatal complications.
It is an auto-immune disorder that occurs when the immune system attacks the skin and causes blistering. It is more common in men above the age of 60 years but can also occur in children as well. The blisters can form on the lower abdomen, armpits, thighs etc.
WHAT IS THE CAUSE OF AUTO-IMMUNE BULLOUS SKIN DISORDER?
As the name suggests, it is an auto-immune disorder which is caused when the immune system attacks the thin layer of tissue below the outer layer of the skin. The immune system makes protein known as anti-bodies. These anti-bodies attack the substances that hold the epidermis (outer) and inner (dermis) layers of the skin altogether. The damage causes the two layers of the skin to separate and as a result fluid collects between the two and forms blisters.
In auto-immune disorders, with prolonged anti-inflammatory stress, the immune system turns against its host and attacks the body's own tissues.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF AUTO-IMMUNE BULLOUS SKIN DISORDER?
- Itching is the first symptom
- The large areas may develop looking like hives before the appearance of blisters.
- Blisters occur all over the body with burning sensation, thirst and fever.
- Eczema or a hive like rash
- Because of infected skin erosions, life-threatening sepsis can develop.
- Small blisters or sores in the mouth
HOW AYURVEDA IS USEFUL IN AUTO-IMMUNE BULLOUS SKIN DISEASE?
According to Ayurveda, this condition is caused due to the vitiation of all the three doshas Vata, Pitta and Kapha with the predominance of Pitta and Kapha dosha. This condition may be co-related to Visphotaka in Ayurveda.
Reference: Charak Samhita, Part 2, Chikitsasthanam, Kushtchikitsadhyaya: 7, Shlok No. 9 & 10
Meaning: The pathogenesis of skin disorders are explained in these shlokas. According to these shlokas, vitiated Vata, Pitta and Kapha vitiate the skin, blood, muscles and interstitial fluids. All these seven factors are responsible for skin disorders and these seven factors cause eighteen types of skin disorders. Any skin disorder is not caused due to the vitiation of one dosha only.
DIAGNOSIS
To confirm the diagnosis, some blood tests may be done and skin biopsy may also be performed by taking a small sample of the affected skin.
TREATMENT
In conventional treatment, anti-inflammatory drugs and corticosteroids are the mainstay of treatment for various auto-immune disorders but due to the side effects and high cost of these anti-inflammatory drugs, patients are increasingly using complementary and alternative modalities (CAM) of treatment.
In the long run, corticosteroids can increase the risk of weak bones, diabetes, high blood pressure etc.
WHAT IS THE AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF AUTO-IMMUNE BULLOUS SKIN DISEASE?
In Ayurveda, various herbal and herbo-mineral preparations are described which are found to be effective in auto-immune disorders.
Planet Ayurveda offers herbal remedies for auto-immune bullous skin disease which have anti-microbial, anti-fungal, hepato-protective and analgesic actions. These herbs also reduce inflammation and may help down-regulate the auto-immune response.
HERBAL REMEDIES FOR AUTO-IMMUNE BULLOUS SKIN DISEASE INCLUDES
- Manjishtha Capsules
- Radiant Skin, Hair, Nails Formula
- Swarna Bhasma Tablets
- Ashwagandha Capsules
- Neem Capsules
- Kaishore Guggul
1. Manjishtha Capsules
Manjishtha Capsules by Planet Ayurveda contain the standardized extract of the herb Rubia cordifolia. Manjishtha herb is Raktshodhak (blood purifier). It calms the Pitta dosha as Pitta dosha vitiates the blood and impairs its normal functioning which causes various skin diseases. Along with balancing Pitta dosha, this herb also balances kapha dosha. One of the revered masters of Ayurveda, Master Sushrut has described the use of this herb for wound healing. These capsules are useful in hemorrhagic blisters, urticaria, erythema associated with auto-immune bullous skin disease.
Dose: Take 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after taking meals.
2. Radiant Skin, Hair, Nails Formula
These capsules by Planet Ayurveda contain the standardized extracts of various herbs that act as blood detoxifiers. These herbs have anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant properties. These capsules are useful in protecting the liver as well. The main role of these capsules is to remove all the toxins present in the body. Therefore, these capsules are very beneficial in the treatment of auto-immune bullous skin disorder.
Ingredients Of Radiant Skin Hair Nails Formula Capsules Are:
Sr. No. |
Botanical Name |
Common Name |
Quantity |
1. |
Rubia cordifolia |
Manjishtha |
200 mg |
2. |
Fumaria officinalis |
Pit papda |
100 mg |
3. |
Swertia chiretta |
Chirata |
100 mg |
4. |
Aloe barbadensis |
Ghrit Kumari |
100 mg |
Dose: Take 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after taking meals.
3. Swarna Bhasma Tablets
Swaran Bhasam is an Ayurvedic medicine which is prepared from gold metal. It is used in the Ayurvedic treatment for poisoning, tissue wasting and its efficacy in the skin disorders is exceptional. These tablets act as immune booster as well thus useful in auto-immune bullous skin disease.
Dose: 1 tablet once a day with plain water after taking meals.
4. Ashwagandha Capsules
The standardized extract of Withania somnifera herb is used for the manufacture of Planet Ayurveda's Ashwagandha Capsules. This herb is considered as an immune amphoteric and exerts an immunosuppressive action on the B and T cell activity in hyper-immune or auto-immune conditions. Thus, these capsules work on the root cause of auto-immune bullous skin disease.
Dose: 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after taking meals.
5. Neem Capsules
Planet Ayurveda's neem capsules contain the standardized extract of the herb Azadirachta indica. Neem has been widely used in Ayurveda since thousands of years for all kinds of skin disorders and for healing the wounds. It balances Pitta dosha and also acts as a natural detoxifier. It relieves skin diseases and useful in inflammatory skin conditions such as redness and pus.
Dose: Take 1 capsule twice a day with plain water after taking meals.
6. Kaishore Guggul
Kaishore Guggul is a classical Ayurvedic preparation and is one of the most famous Ayurvedic products. It is useful in skin diseases having secretions. This medicine acts as a blood purifier and useful in the skin conditions such as wounds or boils, acne vulgaris, eczema, psoriasis etc. due to its anti-biotic and anti-inflammatory properties. It detoxifies the body and helpful in removing toxins within the system.
Dose: 2 tablets twice a day with plain water after taking meals.
Thus, this combination and management by Ayurvedic medicament is a good alternative therapy in auto-immune bullous disorder.
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