INTRODUCTION
Impetigo is a common and transmissible infection of skin mainly affecting the children and infants. In this condition, usually red sores can be seen on the face, around the mouth and nose, and on feet and hands of the child. After sometime, the sores burst and develop honey colored crusts.
Cellulitis is the complication of the impetigo or can be defined as a common and painful infection of skin. The infection firstly appears as a red colored swollen area which feels tender and hot when touched. It can occur on any part of the body or face but the most affected areas of this disorder is skin of the lower legs. The bacterial infection can spread to other body parts also via bloodstream and lymph nodes.
CAUSES
Causes of impetigo include the exposure to the bacteria that develops impetigo. When you come in contact with an infected person's sores by using his towel, clothes, toys, bed linen then his bacteria may enter into your body and cause infection.
Cellulitis occurs when Staphylococcus or Streptococcus bacteria enters into your body by crack or cut on the skin and begins to develop infection. The infection can begin in surgical wounds, bug bites and cuts.
SYMPTOMS
Common signs and symptoms of Impetigo and Cellulitis are:
- Redness and inflammation of the skin
- Pain and tenderness
- A skin rash or sore develops quickly
- Swelling, tightness, glossiness of affected area
- An abscess with pus
- Warmth feeling in affected area
- Intermittent fever
Some serious symptoms include:
- Chills
- Shaking
- Feeling ill
- Sweating
- Warm skin
- Muscle aches
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Lightheadedness
Observing following symptoms will indicate that infection is spreading:
- Blisters
- Lethargy
- Drowsiness
- Red streaks
RISK FACTORS
Factors triggering the risk of Impetigo and Cellulitis are:
- Crowded conditions: As these diseases are contagious, they can easily pass from one infected child to other children. Crowded places such as schools and child care centers are at high risk of spreading impetigo and cellulitis.
- Humid, Warm weather: Children can be easily prone to these diseases in humid and warm weather such as summer season.
- Age: Impetigo and cellulitis are more common in age between 2 and 5 years.
- Certain sports: Some sports involving skin to skin contact such as basketball, football, boxing or wrestling can pass infection from one person to another very easily.
- Broken skin: Cuts, cracks, insect bite or rashes can make easy entry of bacteria into the body which further causes infection.
COMPLICATIONS
Cellulitis can further give rise to many complications such as:
- Severe tissue damage (gangrene)
- Spoilage of infected internal organs
- Severe kidney problems
- Scarring
- Amputation
- Shock
- Death
DIAGNOSIS
The doctor will diagnose Impetigo and Cellulitis by looking at the sores. A physical examination might reveal:
- Swollen glands
- Warmth and redness of the affected area
- Swelling of the skin
If a physical exam wouldn't be enough. Then the doctor may take a sample of the liquid secreted from the sores and send it to the laboratory for analysis.
TREATMENT
In modern science, antibiotic tablets or antibiotic ointments are given to the patients suffering from Impetigo and Cellulitis. But these antibiotics are not well enough for treating these conditions as they have a lot of side effects that can annoy the patient for a long duration. Antibiotics can induce vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, loss of appetite, indigestion and bloating in the patient. So, treating your child with modern medicines does not seem to be a wise choice.
But there is no need to be tense. Ayurvedic medicines can effectively treat Impetigo and Cellulitis in a natural way without giving any side effects. All medicines of Ayurveda are made up of herbs obtained from nature which treat the disease from root cause and prevent its recurring. To help the patients of Impetigo and Cellulitis, PLANET AYURVEDA has formulated some herbal medicines which help you in getting rid of infection in a natural manner. All these herbal medicines are manufactured under the guidance of a team of expert MD Ayurveda doctors who consume only high quality extract of herbs in these medicines. The point which makes Planet Ayurveda special from other Ayurvedic companies is that each product of Planet Ayurveda is totally free from preservatives, chemicals, additives, starch, binders, or any synthetic material. Look at these wonderful remedies.
HERBAL MEDICINES FOR IMPETIGO AND CELLULITIS BY PLANET AYURVEDA
- Gandhak Rasayan
- Kaishore Guggul
- Curcumin Capsules
- Pitta Balance
- Neem Capsules
- Manjishtha Capsules
- Radiant Skin, Hair, Nails Formula
- Jatyadi Oil
- Nirgundi Oil
Herbal Remedies for Impetigo and Cellulitis
Products Description
1. Gandhak Rasayan
Shuddha Gandhak (Purified sulphur) is used as the main ingredient in preparing Gandhak rasayan tablets in the manufacturing unit of Planet Ayurveda. These capsules are beneficial in treating various disorders of skin including Cellulitis, Impetigo, Ringworm, Itching, Scabies, and various other fungal infections. These capsules are also supportive in maintaining the female reproductive system healthy.
Dosage: 2 tablets twice daily with lukewarm water after meals.
2. Kaishore Guggul
Planet Ayurveda formulates Kaishore guggul tablets by taking high quality extract of thirteen herbs including Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Vidanga (Embelia ribes), Ginger (Zingiber officinale) and seven more herbs. All the herbs used in these tablets are well-known for treatment of skin diseases such as acne, eczema, cellulitis, etc as well as reduce inflammation in joint disorders. These tablets will purify your blood by removing excreting out toxins and maintain balance between Tridoshas.
Dosage: 2 tablets twice in a day with lukewarm water after meals.
3. Curcumin Capsules
Curcumin capsules by Planet Ayurveda are prepared by consuming high quality extract of Haridra (Curcuma longa). These capsules are rich with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties which makes these capsules effective for strengthening the immune system, reducing inflammation, treating or preventing various heart diseases, skin diseases, arthritis, diabetes, depression, stress, and anxiety.
Dosage: 2 capsules twice in a day with normal water after meals.
4. Pitta Balance
Standard extracts of Coral calcium (Praval pishti), Agate calcium (Akik pishti), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Pearl calcium (Mukta pishti), etc. are utilised in Pitta balance capsules are rich in natural calcium compounds which pacifies the Pitta dosha. These capsules also improve bone marrow density, treat muscular cramps, leg cramps, anxiety, tachycardia, skin disorders, and detoxify the blood.
Dosage: 1 capsules twice in a day with normal water after meals.
5. Neem Capsules
Planet Ayurveda’s neem capsules consist of pure extract of Neem (Azadirachta indica). This herb is well described into Ayurvedic literature for its numerous skin benefits. Consuming these neem capsules will purify your blood and prevent you from arthritis, malaria, fever, rheumatism, cold, fungal infections, skin diseases and many other health disorders.
Dosage: 2 capsules twice in a day with normal water after meals.
6. Manjishtha Capsules
Manjishtha capsules are prepared in the house of Planet Ayurveda with the high quality extract of Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) herb. Benefits of these capsules include blood purifying, immunity enhancing, reducing inflammation, bacterial growth, microbial growth, anxiety, preventing joint disorders and mainly the treatment of skin diseases.
Dosage: 2 capsules, twice daily with normal water after meals.
7. Radiant Skin, Hair, Nails Formula
Radiant skin hair nail formula is formulated with some wonderful herbs such as Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Chirata (Swertia chirata), Pit papda (Fumaria officinalis) and Ghrit kumari (Aloe barbadensis). As the name indicates, these capsules will enhance the health of your skin, hairs, and nails.
Dosage: 2 capsules twice daily with normal water after meals.
8. Jatyadi Oil
Jatyadi oil is prepared for healing and reducing inflammation. Ingredients used in this oil maintains the healthy blood flow and fastens the healing time of the cells and tissues. Using Jatyadi oil on skin will improve the skin health and help in fast recovery of skin diseases.
Dosage: Mix Nirgundi oil with Jatyadi oil. Apply 2 times daily.
9. Nirgundi Oil
Standardized extracts of Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Kalihari (Gloriosa superba), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Nirgundi (Vitex negundo) are processed in making this effective oil formulation. Use this oil to get rid from various skin diseases such as Cellulitis, Vitiligo, Leprosy, Leucoderma, etc.
Dosage: Mix Nirgundi oil with Jatyadi oil. Apply 2 times daily.
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OTHER PREVENTABLE MEASURES
Regular cleansing of skin is the supreme method to keep it healthy. Washing wounds, insect bites, scrapes and cuts is very important. You can keep yourself away from being infected from Impetigo and Cellulitis by following given methods:
- Wash infected people’s towels, bed sheets, clothes, and belongings every day and don’t share these things with any other family member.
- Wash the infected areas with soap and slightly cover it with gauze.
- Wear disposable gloves when touching sores.
- Wash hands frequently.
- Make sure to cut the infected child’s nails regularly.
- Keep your infected child at home.
CONCLUSION
Maintaining a healthy skin is very essential for better life and high confidence level. Suffering from Impetigo and Cellulitis may feel you unhealthy and low self-esteemed. So, use the above given herbal remedies for treating you or your loved one's impetigo and cellulitis in a natural way and without getting side effects.
