ROLE OF VIRECHANA KARMA IN SHEETAPITTA (URTICARIA) - A CASE STUDY
*Sunita Kumari, Dr. Mahesh Kumar Sharma, Dr. Gyan Prakash Sharma, Dr. Preeti Swami
Abstract
Sheetapitta that is Urticaria is one of the most common allergic skin
diseases described in Ayurveda. The symptoms of Sheetapitta like
Mandal (circular rashes), Shotha (Swelling), Kandu (itching), Toda
(pain), Chardi (vomiting), Jwara (fever) and Daha (burning sensation)
that makes the individual annoyed and irritated. Many of
antihistaminic agents show the instant relief in symptoms but frequent
relapse occurs. Panchakarma provides better and permanent
management for Sheetapitta. For treatment of such peculiar condition,
a clinical evaluation by Virechana with Virechana Yog was done. Here
we reported a chronic case of Sheetapitta, presented with red rashes all
over the body with pain, burning sensation; swelling and itching on the whole body
aggravating more during evening hours and on exposure to cold climate since 24 months. A
male patient of 46 years old consulted to OPD with above complaints. This case was
managed with Virechana karma and rashes were almost disappear within 6 days of
Virechana. This case concluded that for chronic condition of skin disorder. Panchkarma is the
best therapy for eliminations of vitiated Doshas.
Keywords: Ayurveda, Sheetapitta, Urticaria, Virechana.
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