Abstract

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF EKAKUSHTA: A SINGLE CASE STUDY

Dr. Palash Vinod Pande* and Dr. P. K. Dash

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Abstract

Eka Kushta is a form of Kshudra Kushta that resembles psoriasis in its clinical presentations and is primarily caused by an imbalance of the Vata and Kapha Doshas. A prevalent dermatological condition that affects up to 2% of the global population is psoriasis. Psoriasis in childhood is rather common, affecting 1-3% of the overall population. Ayurveda describes a number of therapy methods, including Shamana and Shodana, for managing Eka kushta. Therefore, Shamana chikitsa, or internal medication, was used to treat the 9-year-old male boy in this case study who presented to the Kaumarabhritya Out Patient Department with symptoms of Eka kushta on his elbows, knees, hands, and feet.

Keywords: Ekakushta, Shaman Chikitsa, Ayurved.