Case study-ayurvedic management of psoriasis (ek kushtha)

Abstract

 In Ayurveda all types of skin disease are described under one umbrella term of kushtha. All type of kushtha have Tridosha involvement but it depends on predominance of particular Dosha. Ek kushtha is co related with Psoriasis due to extreme similarity Doshas are involved in Ek kushtha is Vatakaphaj Dosha. Psoriasis is characterised by dry skin and raised red areas on the skin covered with fine silvery scales. Erythematous, well-defined, dry scaly papules. The most commonly affected psoriasis areas are forhead , back of neck , trunk , back region and backside hand and legs.

Aim- To evaluate the clinical efficacy of ayurvedic treatment in Psoriasis (Ek kushtha).

Material- A 15-year-old female patient approached to O.P.D. for treatment. She presented with demarcated, raised, red scaling silvery patches on the back region.

Methodology- In Shodhan chikitsa- Virechan karma , shirodhara chikitsa given to patient and in Shaman chikitsa- Ayurvedic formulations given with Local application Visora oil

Result- Ayurvedic line of management gives fantastic results, it is beneficial for the promotion and preservation of health by removing toxic waste, by correcting Agni, which gives a healthy, peaceful life to the patient.