Effectively Heal Panniculitis

Modern medicine attributes panniculitis to triggers such as infections, autoimmune diseases, trauma, cold exposure, fat metabolism disorders, and inflammatory conditions. It may also be associated with diseases like lupus or pancreatitis.

Ayurveda describes panniculitis as a disorder arising from aggravated Pitta (heat/inflammation) and Kapha (blockages/stagnation), combined with Ama (toxins) accumulation in deeper tissues. Poor Agni (digestion), compromised immunity, and disturbed lymphatic circulation contribute to chronic flare-ups.

Early symptoms include tender skin nodules, swelling, red or purplish patches, warmth in affected areas, and deep aching pain. Some patients also experience fatigue, low-grade fever, or joint pain.

Although it presents on the skin, panniculitis is a systemic inflammatory condition affecting the subcutaneous fat layer. Ayurveda views it as a disorder involving deeper dhatus, immune imbalance, and metabolic disturbances.

A diagnosis usually involves clinical examination, blood tests, ESR/CRP inflammation markers, autoimmune testing, imaging, and sometimes skin biopsy. In Ayurveda, pulse diagnosis and dosha–dhatu assessment help identify root imbalances.

Yes. At EliteAyurveda, panniculitis is addressed through detoxification, dosha balancing, immune correction, and tissue rejuvenation. Focus is placed on reversing inflammation naturally and preventing further flare-ups instead of symptom suppression.

Recurrences happen due to persistent internal inflammation, Ama buildup, autoimmune tendencies, metabolic imbalance, or untreated triggers such as stress, diet, cold exposure, or infections. Ayurveda works at these deeper levels to break the recurrence cycle.

Panniculitis includes several types: erythema nodosum, lupus panniculitis, cold panniculitis, nodular vasculitis, and idiopathic panniculitis. Each variant has unique triggers, but all involve fat-tissue inflammation.

Yes. Conditions like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis can trigger panniculitis. Ayurveda focuses on reversing autoimmune dysfunction through gut correction, immune modulation, and removal of deep-seated Ama.

Yes. It is often confused with cellulitis, abscesses, lipodystrophy, or vasculitis. Detailed examination helps distinguish these conditions before starting Ayurvedic treatment.

Some variants may cause dimpling, scarring, or skin discoloration after healing. Ayurvedic rasayana therapies help repair tissue and restore healthy skin texture over time.

Common triggers include stress, infections, cold exposure, trauma, fatty foods, hormonal imbalance, immune dysfunction, and impaired digestion. Ayurveda works to stabilize these internal triggers.

Yes. Spicy, oily, heavy, fermented, or processed foods increase Pitta and Kapha aggravation, promoting inflammation. A sattvic diet helps reduce flare-ups and supports faster healing.

Yes. Systemic inflammation often leads to low-grade fever, fatigue, body pain, or joint stiffness. These symptoms improve significantly once Ama is cleared and inflammation reduces.

Most patients notice improvement in swelling and pain within 3–6 weeks. Complete reversal of inflammation and tissue strengthening may take several months depending on chronicity.

Yes. Chronic pain and recurrent flare-ups can create emotional distress. Ayurveda integrates mind-body therapies to reduce stress, which directly reduces inflammation.

Yes. Ayurveda offers natural anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, and immune-modulating therapies that eliminate the need for steroids and prevent long-term side effects.

Yes. Cold panniculitis and other subtypes can flare with cold exposure due to vasoconstriction and Kapha aggravation. Ayurveda advises protective clothing and internal warming strategies.

Yes. Patients often start Ayurveda while on modern medications. As healing improves, dependency on steroids or anti-inflammatories reduces under supervised care.

It can appear in different areas, especially the legs, thighs, arms, and buttocks. This does not indicate contagion but reflects ongoing internal inflammation that Ayurveda addresses holistically.

Panniculitis nodules arise from deep inflammation of fat tissue. Immune dysregulation activates inflammatory mediators that damage fat cells, causing painful lumps. Ayurveda treats this by reducing systemic inflammation and clearing Ama from deeper tissues.

Biologics suppress immune pathways responsible for inflammation. They are engineered proteins—not natural—and may cause side effects like infections or immune suppression. Ayurveda restores immune balance naturally, without suppressive effects.

FOR PATIENTS RESIDING IN INDIA: Charges depend on the chronicity, type of panniculitis, and the intensity of personalised herbal protocols.

FOR PATIENTS OUTSIDE INDIA: Charges depend on country-specific availability of personalized formulations. See our International Patients page for guidance.

You may begin by scheduling an online or in-person consultation. Our doctors will evaluate your complete health profile, assess doshic imbalance, and design a personalised reversal plan focused on detoxification, immune correction, and tissue healing.