Herbal Cure for Dermatosis and Other Skin Problems in Yoruba herbal Medicine vol ii-Obanifa extreme Documentaries

Skin Infections: Causes And Treatments
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Herbal Cure for Dermatosis and Other Skin Problems in Yoruba herbal Medicine-Obanifa extreme Documentaries

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In this work  Babalawo Obanifa will document in  detail  varieties of herbal formulae available in Yoruba herbal medicine for the treatment of Dermatosis and other kinds of skin problems. Different herbal remedies from Yoruba Herbal  medicine for this purpose will be explore and examine in detail. Dermatosis is a generic name for skin diseases like :leison, acne, Raches, Impetigo etc. In Yoruba herbal medicine all diseases under Dermatosis is known as  'Asian Abawoje' that is diseases that destroy the skin. Before I proceed to explain the herbal remedies, I will first engage on orthodox explanation of what Dermatosis is. In an attempt to do this. I found the orthodox work of the medical authors Christine Case Lo and  Rachel nail very valuable. Their work on skin problems title Dermatoses. Their work has been medically review by University of Illinois, college of Medicine and as well published on www.healthline. Com. Some of the view in their work will be adopted as mine in this work when I am making orthodox explanation of Dermatoses. According to them  Dermatosis is a term that refers to diseases of the integumentary system. This classification includes everything on the surface of the body: skin, nails, and hair. Any condition affecting the skin could be categorized a dermatosis. This doesn’t include skin conditions that involve inflammation (that would be dermatitis).Your skin is the largest organ on your body. Thousands of documented conditions can affect the skin, hair, and nails. Skin has several layers, including the epidermis, the dermis, and the subcutaneous tissue. A dermatosis may involve changes in any or all of these skin layers. Terms you may hear to describe dermatosis of the skin include:

rash: a wide variety of skin conditions that are red and raised

lesion: an area of skin that is abnormal

macule: a change in color or consistency of the skin

papule: a bump on the skin smaller than 1 cm in diameter

nodule: a bump on the skin larger than 1 cm in diameter

plaque: a large area of affected skin with defined edges that may flake or peel

vesicles and bullae: raised bumps that are filled with fluid

lichenification: a thick discoloration of skin, such as lichen on a tree
pustules: a bump that contains pus, possibly due to infection

Common skin conditions

There are thousands of different skin conditions. Some of the most common forms of dermatosis include:

acne: when the oil glands in skin cause pimples and scarring

impetigo: a skin infection caused by bacteria

melanoma: the most serious form of skin cancer

basal cell carcinoma: the most common form of skin cancer that strikes in the top layer of the epidermis

moles: dark growths on the skin

actinic keratosis: crusty pre-cancerous growths caused by sun damage

erythema nodosum: inflammation of fat under the skin of the shins, resulting in red lumps

lupus erythrematosus: an autoimmune disease that may create a “butterfly” rash on the face

morphea: localized scleroderma, or hardened patches of skin

vitiligo: white of patches of skin

tinea: fungal infection of skin that leaves round marks
nail clubbing: when nails curve around the fingertips due to low oxygen levels in the blood
spoon nails (koilonychia): an indication of iron deficiency or liver condition called hemochromatosis

onycholysis: when the fingernails become loose and separate from the nail bed

Beau’s lines: indentations that run across the nails

Yellow nail syndrome: a discoloration of  the nails
alopecia areata: hair loss in round patches
head lice: miniscule parasitic insects that live on the scalp
wrinkles: the influence of aging on skin

Common causes of dermatosis

Dermatosis is caused by a number of different reasons. Still, the origins of some skins conditions are unknown. The most common causes of dermatosis include:

Autoimmune disorders: This occurs when a person’s body starts to attack itself and can cause skin conditions to develop such as vitiligo, lupus, and alopecia areata.
Bacteria: The bacteria Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes can cause skin infections such as impetigo.
Fungus: The tinea fungus can cause skin infections, such as athlete’s foot.
Genetic susceptibility: For example, people with the gene HLA-DR4 have a higher risk of experiencing dermatosis than those who do not.
viruses: The HIV/AIDS virus is a common cause of ashy dermatosis.
Less common examples of dermatosis
There is a variety of skin conditions that have the term “dermatosis” in their name. But not all occur as frequently as others. Some less common examples of dermatosis include:

Transient acantholytic dermatosis (Grover’s disease): chronic, itchy blistering triggered by heat or sweating
Acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis (Sweet’s syndrome): red, swollen rash with fever and papules filled with white blood cells
Ashy dermatosis: gray- or bluish-brown colored macules that develop on the body
Rheumatoid neutrophilic dermatosis: a skin manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis
Rermatosis papulosa nigra: many small, benign, dark skin lesions on the face, often in dark-skinned people
Dermatosis neglecta: wart-like plaque caused by inadequate washing of a patch of skin
Dermatosis cinecienta: ashy-colored, symmetrical patches of thickened skin beginning in individuals under 40 years old
Linear lichenoid dermatosis: skin condition in children that results in small, scaly papules
pigmented purpuric dermatosis: reddish-brown patches of skin that may look like individual dots, caused when capillaries leak, also called capillaritis
Digitate dermatosis: finger shaped psoriatic rash at the side of your waist
Contagious pustular dermatosis: papules caused by direct contact with sheep affected with sheep pox
Juvenile plantar dermatosis: when the soles of the feet in children begin to crack and  peel
Difficulties of diagnosis

It’s difficult to diagnose skin conditions without the help of an expert. There are thousands of possible skin conditions, so it’s important to discuss any changes with your doctor. To get a proper diagnosis your doctor may want to take a biopsy and examine the sample under a microscope.
Changes in skin can be external or internal. Skin infections or contact with an outside substance such as poison oak can cause skin changes. Internal skin conditions could reflect a disease within the body such as lupus or measles.

Treatments for dermatosis

Treatments for dermatosis are often specific to the underlying condition. The treatments for hair loss related to alopecia areata are understandably not the same as those for acne. However, there are guidelines to keep in mind when you have a dermatosis-related skin condition. Good, general treatment practices include:

Avoid rubbing, itching, or picking at the affected area
Wash your hands regularly to avoid transmitting bacteria, fungus, or viruses to others
Avoid sharing personal care items, such as razors, towels, hairbrushes, or bed linens, with others to avoid transmitting a condition to another
Depending on your specific dermatosis, some of the following treatments may be recommended:

apply a corticosteroid ointment (hydrocortisone), to the affected areas to reduce dermatosis ymptoms

Take or apply medications, such as antibiotics or antifungals, as prescribed by a doctor

Apply a soothing ointment, such as coconut oil or aloe, to reduce skin dryness

Keep the affected area clean and dry

Wash the skin regularly with an antibacterial soap that doesn’t have harsh fragrances or dyes

Your doctor may have disease-specific treatment recommendations for dermatosis. Talk with your doctor before attempting any treatment. Some remedies maybe good for certain forms of dermatosis while others may be counteractive or harmful.

Herbal Remedies  For Dermatosis And Other Skin Problems In Yoruba Herbal Medicine as Document By   Babalawo Obanifa

HERBAL CURE FOR DERMATOSIS (AISAN ABANILAWOJE)

1

Odo Enupekure (in Ekiti where I hail from that is what we called it) Oyo people called it ewe Enukopire(fresh young tender leaves stem of Euphorbia Lateri flora).

Preparation

Get the tender stem of this plant in sufficient quantity. Pound it together with soap. Uses :bath with the soap two time a day. Morning and evening.

2.

Alubosa Elewe (Allium aescalonicum) 

 fruit of Acacia nilotica.

Preparation

Grind the two aforementioned ingredients together to form a paste or powder. Mix it with ose dudu (local black soap).

Uses :bathe with the soap two times a day, morning and night. You can also rub or apply the soap to the affected part of the body.

3

 Ewe laali (leave of Lawsonial nermis).

Preparation

Boil it with Lemon juice. Seive or decant it. Uses. Take a shot of the decotion three times a day.

4.

 Ewe agbosa in  Ekiti we called it Agbosa, Oyo people call it Agbasa or Atapari Obuko(leaves of Clausena anisata).

Preparation

 Pound this leave well with soap.

 Uses :bathe with the soap two times a day.

5.

Egbo inabiri (root of Plumago Zeylanica)
          

 Ewe Ejinrin (leave of Africa cucumber with scientific name Mormordica charantica)

ewe Efinrin Nla (leaves of Ocimum gratissimum)

 kahun Bilala (Trona),

 alubosa gidi tabi Alubosa onisu (Allium cepa) 

iyo obe (table salt) .

Preparation

Grind all these aforementioned ingredients together. Add it to adin Ayan (palm kernel oil).

 Uses : rub the affected part of the skin with it regularly.

6.

Ewe abelere in Ekiti we called it abelere, the Oyo people called it Abilere or Oyigi (leave of Chrysanthellum Americanum).

Preparation

 The fresh leave mentioned above to prepare decotion. Uses :drink as much as you can.

7

Ewe bomubomu (leaves of Calotropis Procera)

 Ewe orira, the Oyo called it Oora (leaves of Dicliptera Alternans).

 Ori (shea butter).
      

Preparation

 Grind the two aforementioned leave together. Mix it with the shea butter. Uses :apply to the affected part of the skin three times daily.

8.

 Egbo lapa lapa funfun (roots of jatropha Curcas), 

Eeruu Alamon (fruits of xylopica aethiopica),

 odo Enu pekure tabi enuopire (tender stem of Euphorbia lateriflora)

 pound or Grind it together, mix with bathing soap.uses :bath with the soap regularly.

HERBAL CURE FOR PRURIGO (KOKORO ARA TABI ARA YIYUN)

9

Ewe Eyinolobe (leaves of phyllanuthus Amarus. 

Grind it together well. Mix it with epo pupa (palm oil). Uses :apply it as ointment to the swelling or swollen part of the skin.

HERBAL CURE FOR SKIN ABSCESS (ALEFO TABI OYUN)

10.

ewe Ahara (fresh leave of Dimorphochlamys  maani)

 use this leaves to prepare decotion. Uses :drink it twice daily morning and night.

HERBAL CURE FOR KOKORO ABANILAWOJE (URTICARIA)

11.

epo igi Ayan (bark stem of Olax subscorpioidea) 

epo igi egbesi (Stem bark of Nauclea Latifolia)

 Epo igi Okuku ( stem bark Pteleopsis Suberrosal) 

epo igi ifon  (stem bark of Terminalia superba). 

Use the aforementioned listed herbs to prepare decotion. Uses take a full cup of it daily before breakfast. you  an also use it to bathe.

HERBAL CURE FOR SKIN INFECTION

12.

You can rub the affected part of the with your own urination every hour.

13.

ewe Ogede agbagba gbigbe ( leaves dry plantain with scientific name Musa paradisiaca) 

blend or grind the leaves into fine powder. Mix it with palm kernel oil. Uses :rub as ointment to the affected part of the skin.
 
14.

Epo Agbon (shell or back of coconut  with scientific name Coco nucifera)

Preparation

burn it into ashes or black powder. Mix it with palm kerne, or olive oil, vaseline or any oil of your choice.

 Uses :rub it to the affected part of the skin.

15.

 Odo Ogede agbagba (trunk of plantain with scientific name Musa paradisiaca).

Preparation

Pound the trunk. Apply the sap obtain to affected part of the skin. It can also cure insects bite that makes skin swollen.

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