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AN AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF DADRU KUSHTH (FUNGAL INFECTION-TINEA CRURIS): A CASE STUDY

*Fareeda Seraj Ahmed Khan, Sandeep Kale, Santosh Girbide

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Abstract

In Ayurveda, the term Kushtha encompasses a broad spectrum of skin disorders, serving as an umbrella term for various dermatological conditions. Acharyas like Charaka, Sushruta and Vagbhata have extensively discussed Kushta in their medical treatises, Highlighting its causes, symptoms, and treatments. Kushta is considered a complex condition arising from imbalances in the three doshas i.e Vata, Pitta, Kapha and its categorized into various types. Further it is broadly classified into Mahakushtha and Kshudrakushtha. Skin diseases not only hampers patients day to day life but also take great toll on their psycology. Fungal infections can significantly affect a patients mental health and well being, leading to emotional distress, low self-esteem and social isolation. Addressing both the physical and psychological aspects of fungal infections is crucial for comprehensive care. This paper highlights a case study of Dadru Kushtha(Fungal infection) treated with the Ayurvedic principles. Here a case report of 34 years old female having complaints of central cleared round macular patch with itching and dryness on both thighs and groin region since 6 month. She was treated with Shaman Chikitsa.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Dadru, Fungal Infection, Kushtha.