AN AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF SHWITRA (VITILIGO): A CASE STUDY
Journal Title: Journal of Biological and Scientific Opinion - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 6
Abstract
According to Ayurveda shwitra simple meaning is Twakvaivarnyata (Stwetabh, shwetabhrakta , raktabhshweta, raktabh). Vitiligo affecting nearly 1- 1.5 % of the world’s population. The incidence is a little more eminent in India. It occurs in males and females of all ages but most often the onset in females. Case history- A 13 years girl child patient come with complaints of white patches uncountable in body since 5-6 years. Initially patch started on both arms, neck then gradually widespread all over body. Examination- White milky patches, no pain, secretion & elevation. Diagnosis- appearing in later in life well deigned depigmented macula without scaling. Management- The effective classics chikitsa of shwitra consist both Antaparimarjana and Bahirmarjana chikitsa.
Authors and Affiliations
Soniya Chaudhary, Brahmanand Sharma, Surendra Kumar Choudhary
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