“Skin” is one of the major issues
discussed today. Not only women, but men are equally entangled in this matter.
A problem associated with skin is Vitiligo. It is depigmentation of some part
of skin. There is a particular type of skin cells, named as Melanocytes; they
are responsible for the coloration of skin. Sometimes, they become unable to
accomplish their function; as a result, irregular shaped patches of white color
begin to appear, called Vitiligo.
Vitiligo can victimize any race
of people but mostly it strikes the people with darker skin. It is initiated
with the loss of pigmentation of some part of skin. Later on, it spreads.
Although there is no cure to this disease but the main purpose of its medication
is to stop or decelerate the increase of depigmentation.
There are multiple theories about
the reasons of Vitiligo. It may be caused by immune system disorder. In some
families, the tendency of Vitiligo is more which depicts the heredity factor as
a reason. Emotional disturbance is another cause. Autoimmune thyroid disease
may also be the reason.
There are different remedies for
different diseases. These are natural cures so one can rely on them. The usage
of clay is one of them. Clays are of different types for example Green clay,
Red clay etc. Red clay is found in South America, Asia and Africa. It is very
useful type of clay. It can be used to avoid stomachache caused by Alkaloid
poisons. Red clay is quite acidic in nature and their pH is less than 5. The
other name of Red clay soil is Ultisols.
Ginkgo biloba
Ginkgo
biloba is a useful herb which is used for the amelioration of senile memory
loss. “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” have found that this herb is also
helpful in the treatment of Vitiligo. It improves the immune system. 40mg
Ginkgo biloba thrice a day is really effective for the people with Vitiligo and
the potential of adverse reaction is also low.
Khella
Another
effective herb is Khella. It is also known as Amni visnaga. It is used for the
treatment of urinary stones and asthma. It has a major constituent, named as
Khellin. It can be used to treat Vitiligo. Although, there are side effects of
photosensitivity and photo toxicity but these effects become the desired
effects in the case of Vitiligo. UVA and UVB light therapies are used in
conjunction.
Picorrhiza kurroa
Picorrhiza
kurroa has the ability to improve the immune system. That’s why it is used to
treat Vitiligo. According to BMC Dermatology, this herb is photosensitizing
agent. It is effective in the treatment of Vitiligo.
Although
Vitiligo cannot be cured completely but there are some herbs which help in
treating the disease. So Vitiligo sufferers should take it seriously. They
should try to get these herbs. These can make their lives better.
So,
when you know that natural ingredients are available for Vitiligo treatment then why are you
worried? Use these ingredients; they are safe and beneficial.
