Role of NityaMridu Virechana & Shaman Chikitsa Followed By Raktamokshana in Eka Kushta- A case study Array Section Review of Article

Abstract

Introduction: - In Ayurveda, all skin disorders are included under KushtaRoga, which is again divided as Mahakushta and Kshudra Kushta. Eka Kushta is described under Kshudra Kushta and it is almost similar to psoriasis in modern dermatology. Eka Kushta is characterized by blackish, rough skin. Objective: - The aim of this study was to determine how beneficial Shaman Chikitsa and Nitya Virechana were at treating Eka Kushta. Materials and Methods: - A single case study of 35 years old female, was diagnosed by Eka Kushta.  Signs and Symptoms: - Itching over both upper extremities and stomach area, blackening all over the infected  area,  Scaling  of skin,  etc.  Diagnosis:  -  Patient was diagnosed as  Eka  Kushta. Treatment: - Nitya Virechana with Shaman Chikitsa followed by Rakatamokshana. Results: -  This  study  showed  that  Ayurvedic  Chikitsa resulted into great improvement with  no recurrence in last 6 months of follow-up to date. Conclusion: - Patients with Eka Kushta experienced satisfactory symptom reduction due to Nitya Mridu  Virechana  and  Shaman Chikitsa followed by Raktamokshana for no recurrence.