Efficacy of Virechana Karma Along with Shaman Yoga in Ekakushtha W.S.R. Psoriasis: A Single Case Study

Abstract

Skin is vital organ of human body. It is the largest organ of the integumentary system guards the underlying muscles, bones, ligaments and internal organs, seat of complexion, conscientious for ones personality, which maintains beauty, provides identity in society, envelopes internal vital organs, protect us from exterior invasion. In Ayurveda almost all skin disorder are explained under Kustha Rogadhikara. Ekakustha is a type of Kshudra Kustha. It is Vata Kaphaj disorder. It can be correlated with psoriasis both of these have similar sign and symptomatology. Psoriasis is long lasting autoimmune inflammatory papulosquamous disorder characterized by patches of abnormal skin. These skin patches are typically red, itchy and scaly. Its symptoms often worsen during winter and with certain medication, such as beta blockers etc. Psychological stress can also play a role in manifestation of psoriasis. Both males and females are equally affected by this disease. Approximately 1-2% of World’s total population is affected by psoriasis. Due to its chronic recurrent nature. It is a challenge to treat this disease. In Ayurveda both Shodhan and Shaman Chikitsa are mentioned for Kushtha. In this case study first Deepan-pachan then Virechana as Shodhan Chikitsa and Shaman yoga were given, which showed good result in Ekakushtha.

Efficacy of Virechana Karma along with Shamana Ausadha in Vipadika w.s.r to Palmar Psoriasis

“…All skin disorders there is accumulation of Kledan. Virechan has Pitta shodhan and Rakta prasadhan property leads to Kledana hara [7] . Deepan-pachan was administered with Panchakola churna which had enhanced the digestive power and also facilited for the early digestion of Sneha due to its Katu rasatmaka, Ushna virya properties.…”