A case study on Psoriasis with special reference to Kitibha Kushtha

Authors

  • Smita Chauhan
  • Prakash Kumbhar
  • Rinjin Krishna
  • Janhvi Patharkar

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47552/ijam.v13i1.2424

Keywords:

Psoriasis, Kitibha Kushtha, Chronic disease, Erythematous skin, Shaman, Shodhan

Abstract

Background: Psoriasis is a chronic non-infectious autoimmune dermatosis characterized by periodic flare-ups of sharply defined red patches, covered by a silvery, flaky surface. In Psoriasis, relapsing nature is commonly seen, which suggests the need for long-term treatment. Worldwide the prevalence of psoriasis is estimated to be approximately 2–3%. In India, the prevalence of psoriasis may vary from region to region due to variable environmental and genetic factors. Case-A 22year old nulliparous female patient suffering from psoriasis for 4 years visited the hospital for treatment. Considering the signs and symptoms of the disease, it was diagnosed as Kitibha Kushtha and Shodhan – Shaman chikitsa were planned. Conclusion:  Repeated Shodhan chikitsa helped in prevention of relapse of psoriasis and internal medications showed significant improvement in all the cardinal symptoms as well as lesions of the patients.

Author Biographies

Smita Chauhan

PG Scholar, Department of Kayachikitsa, Parul institute of Ayurved, Parul university, Vadodara, India.

Prakash Kumbhar

Associate Professor, Department of Kayachikitsa, Parul institute of Ayurved, Parul university, Vadodara, India.

Rinjin Krishna

Assistant Professor, Department of Kayachikitsa, Parul institute of Ayurved, Parul university, Vadodara, India.

Janhvi Patharkar

Assistant Professor, Department of Kayachikitsa, Parul institute of Ayurved, Parul university, Vadodara, India. 

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Published

2022-04-05

How to Cite

Chauhan , S. ., Kumbhar, P. ., Krishna, R. ., & Patharkar, J. . (2022). A case study on Psoriasis with special reference to Kitibha Kushtha. International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine, 13(1), 205–210. https://doi.org/10.47552/ijam.v13i1.2424

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 1 (2022): January-March 2022

Section

Case Reports

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