Abstract

AN OVERVIEW OF THE CONCEPTUAL ANALYSIS OF VICHARCHIKA W.S.R. TO ECZEMA

Dr. Natasha Yadav* and Dr. Manju Yadav

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Abstract

Introduction- Eczema is one of the common skin problems that can cause itching, rashes, dry patches, and infection. It is a subtype of dermatitis, which is a group of conditions that can cause skin irritation or inflammation. The most common type is atopic dermatitis, often known as atopic eczema. In Ayurveda, eczema is called "Vicharchika" and is characterized by intense itching, blisters, boils, changes in skin tone, dry or rough skin, and discharge. Vicharchika is a condition marked by varying-sized skin lesions, severe itching, inflammation, and occasionally bleeding. It is incredibly upsetting and can cause malformation since it impacts a person's physical appearance. Vicharchika can happen to anyone at any age, however it is most frequently seen in young children due to occupational exposure, environmental factors, and mental stress. Unquestionably, a polluted environment, a stressful lifestyle, emotional illnesses, repressing natural cravings, junk food, irregular eating patterns, using chemicals in makeup, and suppressing them are all significant contributors to the current expansion of Vicharchika. Material & Methods- Information on Vicharchika (Eczema) was gathered from the Laghutrayi, the Brihattrayi and its commentaries, and other Ayurvedic texts. Result: Every Acharya says that Rakta pradoshaja vikara and Kustha tridoshaja. Raktapradoshaja vikara is named such because it mentions the vitiation of Rakta and Pitta in all Kustharoga. One of the chronic skin conditions under Kshudra kustha that is described in all Ayurvedic scriptures is Vicharchika. Conclusion: Both Kustha and Kshudra are wide concepts with specific management principles in Ayurveda; within the current definition of Vicharchika, it can be categorized as eczema; both treatments require long courses of suppressive and symptomatic (topical and systemic) treatment.

Keywords: Vicharchika, Eczema, Kustha, Kshudra Roga.