It is a common and rather troublesome disease. It is the inflammation of the skin with watery discharge. The papules and pimples on the skin cause a burning and itching sensation. Scratching only worsens the condition.
Treatment
In the treatment by Nature-cure, a fast from three to seven days is advised on orange juice and water. This is to be followed by restricted diet for about fourteen days, consisting of wholesome wheat-flour, vegetables, fruits, etc.
The body has to be daily cleaned and washed and well-rubbed, except for the affected parts of the body. Constipation has to be removed by taking enema. Acid-majority foods, salt, cereals, sugar and fats should be avoided, also the use of onions, garlic and radish.
Sun-bath is quite useful. A light mud-pack on the affected parts also provides comfort. The cleaning should be carefully done with one’s hand. Towel should not be used, rather the body should be allowed to dry of its own after the bath.