STRETCH MARKS IN PREGNANCY IN AYURVEDA

 As everyone knows stretch marks are the evidences of  stretching of skin too quickly. 

    The stretch marks seen in Pregnancy are known as Stria gravidarum in modern science & 

     In Ayurveda ," kikkisa".

     These Become cause for discomfort in many pregnant women , causing severe & continuous itching.

                                       

        As per another point of view , these cause worry to pregnant woman for their appearance .

       But with the help of  Ayurveda , you can prevent stretch marks upto some extent if you consult at right time or before their appearance.

      In Ayurveda , Aacharyas  have explained  their treatment with the use of following drugs as-

      1. chandan & kamalnal

      2. yashtimadhu churna with shirish twak , dhayati pushpa & yellow mustard.

      3. Neem & tulsi leaves with manjishtha preparation as kalka

( Medicines to be taken under guidance of an Ayurveda expert )

 Aacharya charaka has adviced to avoid itching over that area though it feels like that ,.as if you do so it will lead to its bad appearance on your skin.

Aacharya charaka has adviced specific diet in this condition as -

1. Madhur Rasa aahar ( sweet )

2. use salt in less amount 

3. use less oily food.

Now a days ,many ayurvedic drugs like Nimba oil, Karanj oil are used for this condition .