AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF EKA KUSHTHA W.S.R. PSORIASIS-A CASE STUDY

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Shree Narayan Prasad Awasthi Government Ayurveda College Raipur (C.G.)
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Date of Acceptance : 26 Dec 2023

Date of Publication : 31 Dec 2023

Article ID : SD-IJAY_036

How to cite this article : http://doi.org/10.55552/SDNJAY.2023.1211

Abstract

Eka Kushta is a form of Kshudra Kushta that resembles psoriasis in its clinical presentations. It is primarily caused by an imbalance of the Vata and Kapha Doshas. One of the most prevalent skin conditions is psoriasis, which is an immune-mediated condition characterized by erythematous, strongly defined papules and spherical plaques coated in silvery scales. Elbows, gluteal cleft, knees, and scalp are the most frequently affected locations. Several Ayurvedic therapy techniques, such as Shamana and Shodana, have been reported for managing Eka kushta. Psoriasis is a noncommunicable, long-term autoimmune inflammatory disease of the skin and joints. Any change in skin tone causes the sufferer to feel distressed both physically and psychologically. The patient's scaling and itching papulo-squamous skin lesion caused by the autoimmune illness psoriasis, interferes with daily tasks. The disease has persisted as a significant issue because of how frequently it presents. There exists no recognized treatment for this condition. Modern medicine frequently has negative long-term repercussions even while it provides acute relief.