HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT OF TINEA VERSICOLOR

Have you observed that certain areas of your skin fail to tan in summer and look like discolored hypo or hyper-pigmented patches, in that case, youprobablyare afflicted by a fungal infection named Tinea Versicolor or Pityriasis Versicolor?Tinea Versicolor is a skin condition initiated by an overgrowth of Malassezia Furfur, also known as Pityrosporum orbiculare,ayeast that makes its homeon the skin’s surface. This yeast transforms to a pathogenic form, roves under the skin, producing Azelaic acid, which turns off melanin producing cells in the skin. The yeast colonizes in the pores of the skin and thrives in oily areas such as the face, neck, shoulders, chest, back and folds of skin such as arms, skin under the breasts or groins. This overgrowth outcome is a fungal infection that causes patchy skin color, scaling and itching. The affected skin changes color and becomes either lighter or darker than the surrounding skin.

Causes of Tinea Versicolor:

  • Oily skin.
  • Undue sweating.
  • Malnourishment.
  • Humid climate.
  • Hormonal imbalance.
  • Low immune system.
  • Pregnant women and diabetics are easily prone too get this infection.
  • Birth control pills, antibiotic, steroid or immunosuppressant therapy.

Symptoms of Tinea Versicolor:

  • Small, scaly, white, pink, brown or reddish brown spots on various parts of the body.
  • Spots may be darker or lighter than the surrounding skin.
  • These patches grow slowly and are more discernible after sun exposure.
  • Itching.
  • Increased sweating.

Conditions that resemble Tinea Versicolor:

  • Pityriasis Alba: a form of Eczema that produces patchy lightening of the skin.
  • Vitiligo or Leucoderma:loss of melanin pigment.

Homeopathic approach to Tinea Versicolor:

Homoeopathy has shown incredibly optimistic results in cases of Tinea Versicolor.Homeopathy considers Tinea Versicolor or any skin disorders as a local expression of a system disturbance, a manifestation of an internal imbalance that needs to be treated from within.Homeopathic remedies work on strengthening your immune system which further assistsin preventing infections, maintaining a clear skin, in staying robust and living a vivacious life. Homeopathy offers a comprehensive constitutional treatment, which treats the body internally and externally by getting to the root of the problem and in due course restores the hypo or hyper-pigmented patches back to the normal skin color. Homeopathic constitutional approach takes care of hyper or hypo pigmentation along with treating the person as a whole and improving the general health of the patient. Homeopathic remedies treat the fungal infection and turn on the melanin producing cells in the skin. This further improves the texture of the skin, trims down occurrence of new patches, and slowly reverts to its normal condition without leaving any pigmentation.As Homeopathy treats Tinea Versicolor from within, when the constitutional treatment is completed satisfactorily, it is unlikely that the patches reappear again as compared to treatment with conventional medicines. Homeopathic remedies are natural, gentle, harmless, easy to take, are regulated by the FDA and prepared according to the Homeopathic Pharmacopeia of the United States. Some Homeopathic remedies that are commonly used to treat Tinea Versicolor are given below. These are just a few of the commonly used Homeopathic remedies and are mentioned only to create awareness about the effectiveness of Homeopathic medicines in Tinea Versicolor. It is not advisable to resort to self-medication for any disease.

Homeopathic remedies for Tinea Versicolor:

Bacillinum Burnett:This is a brilliant remedy for Tinea Versicolor and ringworms with enlarged and tender neck glands. These patients have a continuous disposition to take cold.

Caulophyllum:This is an outstanding remedy for discoloration of skin in women with hormonal disturbances, menstrual and uterine disorder. These patients have moth spots on the forehead and are prone to habitual abortion from uterine debility.

Chrysarobinum:This is aninfluential skin remedy and is used successfully in Tinea Versicolor and various other skin ailments. The patient may have itchy and dry scaly eruptions especially around the eyes, ears and extremities.

Dulcamara:This is an excellent remedy for Tinea Versicolor,especially on hands, arms and face that gets worse on exposure to damp weather and icy coldness.The eruptions are more visible before the appearance of menses, or on sexual excitement. The patient has itching, which gets worse from cold and wet weather.

Sepia: This remedy works on patients who are weak with a yellow complexion. These patients are indifferent to their loved ones, and are averse to occupation and to family. These patients have discolored patches behind ears, on nape of neck, cheeks, abdomen, bends of elbows and knees with itching not relieved by scratching. The patches get visible every spring. These patients always sit with their limbs crossed. They sweat a lot on feet with an intolerable odor.

Tellurium Metallicum:This remedy is indicated for skin ailments, ring shaped lesions esp. of hands and feet. They have itching and stinging with red spots and offensive foot sweat.

Self care measures for Tinea Versicolor:

  • Avoid applying oily products to your skin.
  • Avoid wearing tight, restrictive clothing.
  • Avoid excessive heat and sweating.
  • Always wear sun block lotion when exposed to sun.
  • Eat a balanced healthy diet.
  • Adhere to good hygiene.
  • Garlic is a very good antifungal agent.

Hence, Homeopathy will help safeguard your charisma and good looks by giving you relief and eventually eliminating hyper or hypo pigmentation from your skin making you free from Tinea Versicolor.

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About the author:

Neepa Sevak(DHMS, DHom, DIHom, DHM, CCH, RSHom (NA), HMA)is an experienced, registered Homeopath with the Arizona Homeopathic Board of Medical Examiners. She is currently practicing Classical Homeopathy and is on the Board of International Affairs at the American Medical College of Homeopathy. Her mission is to “Promote Health through Homeopathy with a Holistic, Totalistic, and Individualistic approach”.

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