Abstract

A COMPREHENSIVE CONCEPTUAL STUDY ON DADRU KUSHTA

Dr. Sandeep*, Dr. Veera Kumara K. and Dr. Shreyashri N. Suvarna

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Abstract

Skin disorders are one of the global burden to the human kind since the ages. Ayurveda has given a elaborative description about the skin disorders called as Kushta roga in general to all types of skin manifestations. Dadru kushta being one among the Kshudra Kushta can be correlated to Tinea infections based on the signs and symptomatology. According to the study by Noble and Forbes the prevalence rates of Tinea Corporis and Tinea Cruris in India 32.4% and 19.5% respectively. Tinea Corporis indeed seems to have been the most common dermatophyte infection, with Tinea Cruris following closely behind. These findings highlight the importance of understanding and managing such infections in public health initiatives. On scrutinizing the literature, it has been specified about the aetiology, pathophysiology and treatment of dadru kushta very precisely. Achieving a complete cure for skin disorders is challenging; therefore, Acharya emphasized the importance of a continuous approach that incorporates both Bahya and Abhyantara management strategies. Bahya chikitsa includes Raktamokshana, Kshara karma, Lepa and Abhyanatara chikitsa includes shodana, shamana and rasayana chikitsa. In classics including all bruhatrayee and laghutrayee has given an elaborative description about kushta roga, broadly classified into Mahakushta and kshudra kushta. The pathophysiology of these disorders are explained based on the predominance of many dosa and dhatu together there seven factors called as sapta dushyas involved in the manifestation of any of the skin diseases. The skin, being the outermost organ of the body, it is frequently exposed to toxins and irritants, resulting in various skin conditions collectively known as Kushtaroga. Kushta, is characterized by skin deterioration, causing embarrassment and emotional distress if it persists repeatedly as well as continuously. Hence, correction of this condition becomes a challenge for medical profession. Skin disorders are known to be the fourth most common causes of all human diseases affecting nearly 1/3rd of the population in the world.

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