Eczema makes the skin itchy, dry, red and sometimes oozing or cracked. It often flares with soaps, detergents, weather changes, stress and certain foods. At Advait Ayurveda, Dr. Kalpit N. Goswami treats eczema by correcting diet and digestion, with internal medicines and soothing external care.
Quick answer
- Helps with
- Itchy, dry or oozing patches, hand eczema, dermatitis on legs, eczema that keeps returning
- Approach
- Trigger check, diet, Ayurvedic medicines, medicated oils, Virechana when suitable
- Book
- WhatsApp or call +91 99045 57565
Eczema in Ayurveda
Eczema is described as Vicharchika, a kushtha type involving Kapha and Pitta, with itching, discharge and discolouration. Incompatible food, weak digestion and irritants are the usual drivers.
Our eczema plan
- Finding triggers: soaps, detergents, wet work, foods, stress
- Diet correction, with fewer fermented, very salty, sour and oily foods
- Internal Ayurvedic medicines for the skin and blood
- Medicated oils or applications to calm itching and dryness
- Virechana for chronic, widespread eczema when suitable
When to see a doctor urgently
Seek prompt care if eczema becomes painful, crusted with yellow pus, spreads quickly, or comes with fever. These can be signs of infection.
Book a consultation for eczema
Dr. Kalpit N. Goswami · BAMS, M.D. (A.M.) · 13+ years · 15,000+ patients treated · 4.9★ from 154 Google reviews. Clinic near Vandematram Cross Road, Gota, Ahmedabad; phone and video consultations for patients outside Ahmedabad.
Frequently asked questions
Is eczema contagious?
No. Eczema does not spread from person to person.
Can Ayurveda help long-standing eczema?
Yes. Diet correction, Ayurvedic medicines and external care often calm eczema and reduce flare-ups. Results differ from person to person.
Should I avoid soap?
Harsh soaps and detergents often worsen eczema. You will get advice on gentle cleansing and moisturising for your skin.
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ખરજવામાં શું ધ્યાન રાખવું?
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Kalpit N. Goswami, BAMS (Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar), M.D. (A.M.), Advait Ayurveda, Gota, Ahmedabad. Last updated September 2026. This page is general information; do not stop or change any prescribed medicine without speaking to your doctor.
Eczema care at home
Eczema (Vicharchika) involves Kapha and Pitta in the skin and blood, causing itchy, oozing or dry, thickened patches. Flare-ups are often linked to food combinations, soaps, stress and seasonal change.
| Do | Avoid |
|---|---|
| Use the prescribed oil or paste after a lukewarm bath | Hot water, harsh soaps and detergents on the skin |
| Wear soft cotton clothes | Woollens and synthetics directly on the skin |
| Bitter vegetables, moong, old rice | Curd, fish with milk, pickles, excess salt |
| Keep nails short; use cool compresses for itching | Scratching and steroid creams without advice |
Chronic eczema may need Virechana or, in selected cases, Raktamokshan (leech therapy).
Related treatments at Advait Ayurveda
Advait Ayurveda is at A-222, Shakti ETC, near Vandematram Circle, Gota, Ahmedabad. Consultations are with Dr. Kalpit N. Goswami (13+ years, 15,000+ patients). Patients visit from Gota, Chandkheda, Ranip, New Ranip, Jagatpur, Tragad, Sola, Science City, Vastrapur and Gandhinagar. Call or WhatsApp +91 99045 57565.