Integrative Panchakarma approach with Two-sitting Siravedhana Karma in Eka-Kushtha (Psoriasis): Clinical Outcomes in a Chronic case
Jay Patel1 , Nirmala Sonawane2*, Taruna Rathod1 , Kavita Ishrani1
1,2Department of Panchakarma, Parul Institute of Ayurved, Parul University, Limda, Vadodara - 391760 (India) Email id : jaypatel98258@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
Eka-Kushtha, a subtype of Kshudra Kushtha described in classical Ayurvedic texts, bears clinical resemblance to Psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune skin disorder characterized by erythematous plaques, scaly plaques with high recurrence and psychological burden. Contemporary treatment approaches provide symptomatic relief but often fail to address the underlying pathophysiology. Ayurveda, through its dual approach of Shodhana (purificatory) and Shamana (palliative) therapies, offers a root-cause-based strategy