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International Journal of Contemporary Research in Multidisciplinary
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International Journal of Contemporary Research In Multidisciplinary, 2025;4(6):619-621

Ayurvedic Management of Kushtha – A Conceptual Review

Author Name: Dr. Zahida Nagori;   Dr. Nitin Urmalia;   Dr. Preeti Harode;   Dr. Priti Hardeniya;   Dr. Radha Gupta;  

1. Associate Professor, Department of Kaya Chikitsa, Government Auto. Ashtang Ayurvedic College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

2. Associate Professor & H.O.D., Department of Agadatantra, Government Auto. Ashtang Ayurvedic College Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

3. Assistant Professor, Department of Kaumarbhritya, Government Auto. Ashtang Ayurvedic College Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

4. Assistant Professor, Department of Rasashastra, Government Auto. Ashtang Ayurvedic College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

5. Assistant Professor, Department of Agadatantra, Government Auto. Ashtang Ayurvedic College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

Abstract

Kushtha is a broad term in Ayurveda used for various dermatological disorders. It is considered one of the Ashta Mahagada due to its chronic nature, recurrence, and psychosocial impact. Ayurveda explains Kushtha as a Tridoshaja Vyadhi with dominance of Kapha and involvement of Rakta, Mamsa and Lasika. This paper highlights the classical concept of Kushtha and elaborates the Ayurvedic principles of management including Shodhana, Shamana, Pathya-Apathya and Rasayana therapy with their modern relevance.

Keywords

Kushtha, Skin diseases, Panchakarma, Shodhana, Rasayana, Ayurveda