Ayurvedic Management of Mukhadushika (Acne Vulgaris): A Case Report

Autor: Sakshi Yashwant Khapre, Anita Santoshrao Wanjari, Kirti Naharwal
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, Vol 18, Iss 12, Pp 11-14 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2249-782X
0973-709X
DOI: 10.7860/JCDR/2024/72625.20398
Popis: Acne vulgaris, also known as Mukhadushika; described under Kshudraroga (minor diseases) in Ayurveda is a common skin condition that can have serious psychological and physical effects, especially among adolescents. The present study set out to evaluate the efficacy of Ayurvedic medicines for treating Mukhadushika (Acne vulgaris). A 24-year-old female patient presented with Acne (facial), papules with burning sensation and pain on both cheeks. Her symptoms significantly improved after receiving medicine for both internal and external application. The treatment approach, including the use of Herbo-mineral drugs like Ras manikya, Gandhaka rasayana, Kamdudha Ras, Khadiraristha and Varnya gana lepa. The papules resolved and the discharge, pain and burning sensation disappeared.
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