Abstract

EFFECT OF PANCHKARMA THERAPY ON SHWITRA (LEUCODERMA)

Dr. Tarendra Singh Songara*, Dr. Shivani Palliwal, Dr. Kamini Soni, Dr. Ritesh Roy

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Abstract

Leucoderma (Switra) is a hypopigmentation dermatological Disease that affects both the body and psychology of the patient. Patients may experience social and mental distress, which can affect their appearance and attitude. It has been now becoming a societal stigma. Although this disorder is not communicable, they can cause social humiliation. Patients sometimes isolate themselves due to fear of rejection from society. Ayurveda provides detailed descriptions of the diagnosis and therapy of Switra. This study aims to provide greater comfort to patients by scientifically evaluating the effect of vamana Karma, Virechana Karma and raktamokshana on Shwitra with Leucoderma. Method: In the present case report, a 55 year old female came with complaints of whitish discoloured patches over bilateral legs and hands with mild itching and no burning sensation, was effectively treated initially with shamana aushadhis, followed by repeated shodhana i.e. Vamana, Virechana and jaloukavacharana. Result: Patient show encouraging results after vamana, Virechana and jaloukavacharana where subjective criteria evaluated using scoring method. Discussion: Patient was initially treated with consecutive shodhana course of Vamana Virechana followed by Jaloukacharana and the subject showed an 85% improvement in subjective criteria. As a result, the current case study emphasizes the relevance of efficacy in Shodhana therapy in Shwitra, as stated in classics.

Keywords: Shwitra, Leucoderma, Vamana, Virechana, Panchkarma, Raktamokshana.