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AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital

Targeted Ayurvedic Care for Psoriasis — Comprehensive Blood Purification and Controlled Detoxification to Clear Chronic Skin Lesions and Prevent Relapses Naturally”

Ayurvedic management of psoriasis through Panchakarma detox, blood purification, and herbal medicines.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Ramesh R. Varier, BAMS, MD (Ayurveda) · Last reviewed July 2026

Psoriasis — Overview & Ayurvedic Understanding

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin disease characterised by thick, scaly plaques. Our Ayurvedic approach targets the internal dosha imbalance driving the condition, producing sustained improvement where topical-only treatments often fail.

Symptoms of Psoriasis

Red, scaly plaques (commonly scalp, elbows, knees)

Itching and sometimes burning

Nail pitting and changes

Joint involvement in 30% (psoriatic arthritis)

Cycles of flare and remission

Guttate, pustular, or erythrodermic variants

Causes & Risk Factors for Psoriasis

Autoimmune dysregulation

Genetic predisposition (HLA-Cw6)

Infections (especially strep)

Stress

Lifestyle factors — smoking, alcohol

Metabolic comorbidities

Pitta-Rakta vitiation

How We Diagnose Psoriasis

Clinical diagnosis + PASI severity scoring. Photography for objective tracking. Ayurvedic Pitta-Rakta and Srotas assessment.

Psoriasis — Surgery vs Non-Surgical Ayurvedic Treatment

Why Non-Surgical Ayurvedic Treatment Works for Psoriasis

Psoriasis responds well to Ayurvedic care. appropriate Ayurvedic therapies, customised appropriate Ayurvedic therapies, internal Rasayanas (Manjishtha, Guduchi, Neem), and dietary correction produce 70-80% PASI reduction over 3-6 months.

When Surgery Is the Right Path

Not surgical.

We maintain transparent referral relationships with leading orthopaedic and specialist surgeons.

Ayurvedic Therapies for Psoriasis

These are examples of classical Ayurvedic therapies that may be selected for your programme depending on your condition, stage, and constitutional type. Your treating physician decides which therapies are appropriate — no two programmes are the same.

Lepanam

Lepanam

Adjunctive

An application of a thick, targeted herbal paste over specific body areas to quickly draw out inflammation, pain, or skin impurities.

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Takradhara

Takradhara

Kerala Therapy

Continuous pouring of medicated buttermilk over the forehead or body — the signature therapy for chronic Pitta-dominant conditions.

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Podi kizhi

Podi kizhi

Kerala Therapy

A vigorous, deeply warming massage using heated herbal powder boluses to alleviate joint pain, reduce inflammation, and ease muscle stiffness.

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Vamanam

Vamanam

Panchakarma

Controlled medical emesis to eliminate Kapha-dominant toxins from the upper GI tract — indicated in specific respiratory, skin, and metabolic conditions.

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Virechanam

Virechanam

Panchakarma

Controlled therapeutic purgation for Pitta-dominant conditions — a cornerstone of Ayurvedic liver, skin, and autoimmune care.

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Kashaya vasti

Kashaya vasti

Panchakarma

A purifying, custom-blended herbal decoction enema used to deeply cleanse the colon, remove toxic blockages, and relieve chronic joint pain.

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Sneha vasti

Sneha vasti

Panchakarma

A therapeutic warm oil enema designed to lubricate the colon, alleviate chronic constipation, and pacify severe Vata disorders.

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Abhyangam

Abhyangam

Purvakarma

Classical full-body medicated oil massage — the foundation of almost every Ayurvedic therapeutic programme.

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Snehapana

Snehapana

Purvakarma

Graduated oral consumption of warm medicated ghee on an empty stomach to lubricate tissues and prepare the body for deep detoxification.

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Your physician may also include Swedanam or Shirodhara, depending on your presentation.

Our Specialists for Psoriasis

These physicians have specialist expertise in Psoriasis and typically lead the clinical decisions for complex cases. Any of them can assess and plan your programme — book with whoever's availability works for you.

Recommended specialist
Dr.Biju Madhavan

Dr.Biju Madhavan (BAMS, MD (Ayurveda))

Chief Consultant Physician

Expertise: Musculoskeletal disorders, Spine & Joint rehabilitation

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: English, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam

Dr. Ramesh R. Varier

Dr. Ramesh R. Varier (BAMS, (Gold Medalist) & Guru under RAV, Clinical Hypnotherapist)

Senior Consultant Physician & Managing Director

Expertise: AVN, MS, Chronic musculoskeletal diseases, Fertility

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: English, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi

Dr. Sreejith

Dr. Sreejith (BAMS)

Senior Physician

Expertise: General Ayurvedic medicine, Metabolic disorders

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: English, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi

Dr. Sreeja Biju

Dr. Sreeja Biju (BAMS, )

Senior Physician

Expertise: Panchakarma, Chronic pain management

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: English, Tamil, Malayalam

Physicians Available for Consultation

For first consultations, follow-ups, and routine care, any of these physicians from our broader clinical team is available. Complex cases are always referred to the specialists above.

Dr. Sridevi Rajeev Warrier

Dr. Sridevi Rajeev Warrier (BAMS, (Gold Medalist) )

Medical Director & Senior Consultant Physician

Expertise: Panchakarma, Autoimmune conditions, Women's Health

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: English, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam

Dr. Chippi

Dr. Chippi (BAMS.,)

Senior - Physician

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: English, Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil

Dr. Arya

Dr. Arya (BAMS)

Physician

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: English, Tamil, Malayalam

Dr. Unnikrishnan

Dr. Unnikrishnan (BAMS, MD (Ayurveda))

Physician

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: English, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, Kannada

Dr. Keerthy S. Namboodiri

Dr. Keerthy S. Namboodiri (BAMS, MD (Ayurveda - Paediatrics))

Senior Physician

Expertise: Musculoskeletal disorders, Paediatric cases

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: English, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada

Dr. Keerthika

Dr. Keerthika (BAMS)

Physician

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: Tamil, Malayalam, English

Dr. Sheha

Dr. Sheha (BAMS)

Physician

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: Tamil, English, Malayalam, Hindi, Kannada

Dr. Abirami

Dr. Abirami (BAMS)

Physician

Primary Clinic: Madurai — AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital - Madurai

Languages: English, Tamil, Malayalam

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A wide range of general and lifestyle conditions can be managed with outpatient medicines and guided home care after an initial consultation. Your physician will advise if a condition needs more intensive therapy.

Treatment cost

We do not publish a price for psoriasis treatment, and that is deliberate. AVN Arogya does not use fixed protocols — the treating physician designs each programme individually, and it is that protocol which determines the cost.

It is only at the end of your consultation that the physician can say which kind of care you actually need:

  • Outpatient — medicines to take at home, with review visits. The least involved option, and for many people it is enough.
  • Visiting therapy — you come in for therapy sessions over a period and return home the same day.
  • Inpatient admission — you stay with us for intensive daily therapy. Here the estimate also depends on the duration the physician recommends and the room category you choose.

Once those are decided we give you a written estimate for your own plan, including what your insurance is likely to cover. Quoting a figure before the assessment would mean quoting one that may not apply to you.

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Why Choose AVN Arogya for Psoriasis?

Advanced Blood Purification Expertise: Treating Psoriasis requires precise clinical sequencing—clearing systemic toxins (Ama) without aggravating the sensitive, hyperactive skin layers.

AVN’s physicians specialize in deploying highly controlled detoxification protocols that thoroughly cleanse the blood tissue safely.

Pioneering Anti-Proliferative Formulations: AVN utilizes clinically proven, proprietary blood-purifying and immuno-modulating formulations alongside classical remedies.

These work systematically to regulate skin cell turnover, lower inflammatory markers, and relieve itching naturally without causing gastric distress.

Therapeutic Yoga & Stress Modulation: Emotional stress is one of the most prominent triggers for sudden psoriatic flares.

Under expert clinical supervision, patients learn specific restorative yoga postures, relaxation techniques, and Pranayama (breathing exercises) designed to lower cortisol levels and pacify the nervous system to prevent stress-induced relapses.

Minimizing Steroid & Immunosuppressant Dependency: AVN’s holistic approach focuses on achieving natural, deep-rooted disease remission.

This significantly reduces or completely eliminates a patient's lifelong dependency on topical steroids, coal tar applications, or systemic immunosuppressive biological therapies that carry severe long-term organ toxicities.

And why AVN Arogya at all

  1. Trust built on four generations and over 96 years of Ayurveda-based healing, evidenced by the patients we have treated and the testimonials they have given.
  2. Tamil Nadu's first Ayurvedic hospital to be NABH accredited — a testimony to our commitment to the quality of patient care.
  3. Doctors who give you a patient hearing, assess in detail using both modern diagnostics and holistic Ayurvedic methods, and make honest recommendations with options to suit your condition.
  4. Treatment protocols personalised to your situation, including the mode of treatment that fits it — outpatient, day care or inpatient.
  5. A holistic approach spanning diet, lifestyle, psychological support, pure Ayurvedic medicines and external applications, Panchakarma, Upakarma and Kerala speciality therapies, physiotherapy, rehabilitation and yoga where applicable.
  6. Safe and effective Ayurvedic medicines manufactured in-house and tested to international standards for heavy metals.
  7. Cashless inpatient treatment through tie-ups with 35 insurance companies and TPAs.
  8. Interest-free EMI on inpatient treatment, over 3 to 18 months, through our financing partners.
  9. Corporate tie-ups for screening camps, teleconsultations and inpatient treatment funded by corporate health programmes or insurance.

NABH accreditation covers the Vilachery hospital in Madurai. Cashless cover applies to inpatient treatment at the Vilachery hospital.

Psoriasis Patient Success Stories

Real patients who recovered from Psoriasis at AVN Arogya.

Dileepkumar

Dileepkumarfrom London (NRI)

Mr. Dileepkumar, around 43 and based in London, had psoriasis for about ten years and psoriatic arthritis affecting his legs and knees for the past two. Ointments and medicines from London doctors gave only short-term relief and thinned his skin, and by February he felt hopeless, unable to wear footwear or trousers due to swelling. After a video consultation with Dr. Sridevi (the hospital's founder), he travelled from London and was admitted for 14 days. He reports his skin texture completely changed by the seventh day, plans to continue medicines long-term, and expresses deep gratitude for the care.

Abdul Navaz

Abdul Navaz

Mr. Abdul Navaz had struggled with a persistent fungal infection for over a year, with recurring symptoms and limited relief from conventional treatments. At AVN Arogya he followed a personalised plan of herbal medicines, detoxification therapies and dietary guidance to address the root cause. According to the video, within weeks his itching reduced, inflammation subsided and skin clarity improved. (Based on the video description.)

Saraswathi

Saraswathi

Mrs. Saraswathi had suffered for several years from urticaria - recurring itchy rashes, hives and skin irritation - with medications giving only temporary relief before symptoms returned. At AVN Arogya, her condition was attributed to a Pitta-Vata imbalance and treated with Panchakarma detox therapies and herbal formulations. According to the video she found relief and healing through this Ayurvedic approach. (Based on the video description.)

Psoriasis — Frequently Asked Questions

Coverage varies by condition and severity. Here's what you need to know: Conditions that may qualify for IP (inpatient) coverage: • Complicated Type 2 diabetes — with neuropathy, diabetic foot, non-healing wounds, or poor glycaemic control despite medication (ICD E11.x) • Severe thyroid conditions requiring intensive management (ICD E03 for hypothyroidism, E05 for hyperthyroidism) • Metabolic syndrome with multiple complications Generally NOT covered: • Simple obesity management or weight loss programmes — most insurance policies do not cover obesity as an IP condition unless there are significant comorbidities • Outpatient consultations and oral medicines • Preventive or wellness treatments AVN Arogya is NABH-accredited, which is a requirement for insurance coverage of AYUSH treatments. Our insurance desk will: • Review your policy to determine what's covered • Verify empanelment and cashless facility availability • Handle pre-authorisation documentation with appropriate ICD codes • Ensure medical necessity criteria are properly documented We recommend contacting our insurance desk before your visit. With 96 years of institutional experience, we have well-established processes for insurance claims and documentation. We'll give you a clear picture of what to expect financially before you commit to treatment.

Yes — inpatient (IP) treatment for severe psoriasis and eczema is covered under health insurance at AVN Arogya, which is a fully NABH-accredited hospital. We use standard ICD-10 codes: L40.x for psoriasis and L20.x for atopic eczema/dermatitis. What's typically covered: • IP Panchakarma programmes for moderate-to-severe cases (>20% body surface area involvement, or cases that have failed topical/conventional treatment) • Room, board, medicines, and therapy charges during admission • Cashless facility available for empanelled insurance companies What's generally NOT covered: • Outpatient (OP) consultations and medicines • Mild cases that don't meet medical necessity criteria for admission IP admission is genuinely recommended for moderate-to-severe skin conditions — this isn't about gaming insurance. Intensive daily Panchakarma therapies, dietary regulation, and physician monitoring produce significantly better outcomes than OP treatment alone for serious cases. Our insurance desk will verify your policy coverage before admission so there are no surprises. With 96 years of clinical experience, AVN Arogya has well-established processes for insurance documentation and claims.

Yes, many health insurance policies cover inpatient Ayurvedic treatment under the AYUSH benefit, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy. The extent of coverage—including eligible treatments, room rent limits, waiting periods, and exclusions—varies from one insurance provider and policy to another. As coverage is policy-specific, we recommend that you check with your insurance provider to confirm whether your policy includes AYUSH benefits and whether your proposed treatment is eligible for coverage. AVN Arogya is NABH-accredited and empanelled with most major insurance companies and TPAs, enabling eligible patients to avail cashless treatment or reimbursement assistance, subject to insurance approval.

AVN Arogya is NABH Accredited, reflecting our commitment to maintaining high standards of patient safety, clinical care, quality management, and healthcare practices. We follow NABH standards across our operations, ensuring a structured approach to treatment protocols, patient care, safety practices, and continuous quality improvement.

Yes. AVN Arogya provides the necessary supporting documents to help international patients apply for a Health Visa. Based on the treating doctor's recommendation, we can issue an Invitation Letter stating the medical condition, the need for inpatient treatment, and the recommended duration of stay at the hospital. This letter can be used to support your health visa application. Where required, we can also generate the Invitation Letter through the FRRO portal as per the applicable guidelines. To prepare the invitation letter, patients are required to provide a copy of their passport and other relevant details requested by our team. For assistance with health visa documentation or to request an invitation letter, please contact our Customer Care Team at +91 95002 92220. Our team will guide you through the documentation and application process.

We understand this conversation can be difficult. A few approaches that work: (1) Start with a telemedicine consultation — hearing from a qualified physician is more convincing than a website, (2) Share specific case outcomes for their condition (we can provide references), (3) Emphasise that we work WITH their existing doctors, not against them, (4) Reassure them that they won't be asked to stop current medicines, (5) If they're hesitant about travel, our visiting specialists at 6 clinics across 6 cities may be closer. Our care coordinators are experienced at having these conversations with families.

Consultation fees are ₹150 for a phone (tele) consultation with a Physician or Senior Physician, ₹300 for an in-person consultation and for a review with a Senior Consultant Physician, and ₹500 for a video consultation with a Senior Consultant Physician. First-time patients pay a one-time registration fee of ₹50 in addition, except for phone consultations. OP therapy packages are quoted separately, based on the treatment plan your physician recommends after the consultation. We provide a detailed cost estimate before treatment begins — no surprises.

Booking your first consultation is simple. You can: • Book online through our website by clicking the "Book Consultation" button. • Call or WhatsApp us at +91 95002 92220 to schedule an appointment. • Visit our Madurai hospital or any of our 5 AVN Arogya clinics to book your consultation in person. To help our doctors assess your condition accurately, please bring any previous medical records, MRI or X-ray reports, laboratory investigations, and a list of your current medications. Our patient care team will assist you in scheduling a convenient appointment and guide you through the consultation process.

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