ROLE OF KATUKI GHRITA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF VICHARCHIKA – A CASE REPORT
Dr. Sandeep Y.*, Dr. Manaswini K. R., Dr. Gayatri Sajeev, Prakruthi T. S. and Veeresh F.
ABSTRACT
Introduction: In Ayurveda, skin diseases are mentioned under the topic kustha. It is categorised mainly into two types, viz, Mahakustha and Kshudrakustha and is further classified into different sub-types on the basis of dosha-dushya. Symptomatically, Eczema can be co-related to Vicharchika presenting with severe itching, cracks, blackish brown discoloration of skin lesions with slight serous discharge. Aim: Management of Vicharchika (Eczema) by Ayurvedic treatment. Methodology: In this case study, patient was treated with internal and external medications. Conclusion: The use of Shamana and shodhana drugs along with local use of washes showed significant improvement within 45 days of treatment.
Keywords: Eczema, Vicharchika, Ayurvedic treatment,Shamana and shodana drugs.
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