Abstract

A CASE STUDY ON AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF PSORIASIS

*Dr. Gaurav Rajabhau Khawale and Dr. Snehal Chandrakant Ranzunjare

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Abstract

Psoriasis is autoimmune skin disease which is characterized by patches of abnormal skin cells. In this disease there is fast building up of cells on the skin surface. These extra skin cells lead to dry, thick, silvery scales, dry, itchy scaly and red patches which may be painful sometimes. Psoriasis is seen worldwide in all race and both sexes. This disease is well known for its course of remission and relapses. Hence taking into consideration of its severity combination of Ayurvedic medicines was taken to prove its efficacy for the satisfactory management of Psoriasis. In Current Study patient came with complaints of Shyava Vaivarnya (Skin discolorations), Kandu (Itching), Parushata over Hands and Feet. The patient was treated with combination of Ayurvedic herbs and formulations for duration of 3 months and found tremendous result in a reduction of symptoms.

Keywords: A CASE STUDY ON AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF PSORIASIS