A CASE STUDY ON AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF SHWITRA (VITILIGO) THROUGH (SHUDDHA HARTAL + BAKUCHI CHURNA MIXED WITH GOMUTRA)

Abstract

Shwitra, a condition characterized by the appearance of white patches on the body, is comparable to vitiligo in modern medicine. Within Ayurveda, all skin diseases are categorized under Kustha Roga and are attributed to the imbalance of the Tridosha. Vitiligo is recognized as an autoimmune disorder that can be associated with other autoimmune conditions such as diabetes mellitus, pernicious anaemia, and Addison's disease. The incidence rate of vitiligo is approximately 1%. This disease often leads to significant social embarrassment and economic burden for those affected. Ayurvedic treatment protocols offer a new hope for effective and safe management of vitiligo. These protocols include Shamanousadhi (Shodhit Hartal, Bakuchi, Gomutra, Khadirarishta). This treatment approach has demonstrated a marked improvement in the condition of patients, providing a promising treatment to conventional treatments.