Abstract

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF SWITRA:- A CASE STUDY

*Dr. Alok Ranjan Nayak, Dr. Jitendra Samal and Dr. Sunandita Pradhan

ABSTRACT

Vitiligo is a common autoimmune disorder in which the destruction of melanocytes occurs, resulting in the formation of white spots on the skin. It has a major impact on the quality of life of patients, as they feel distressed and stigmatized by their condition. Treatment available in contemporary medicine has its own limitations and side effects. In Ayurveda, Switra is the term employed for the hypopigmentation disorders of the skin. Due to the holistic approach, Ayurveda has the vast potential to treat such autoimmune skin diseases. Here, a case study of chronic vitiligo treated successfully with ayurvedic interventions is reported.

Keywords: Kusta, switra, vitiligo, snehapana, virechana, shaman.