Integrated Ayurvedic and Conventional Management of Contact Dermatitis with Special Reference to Vicharchika: A Case Report
1Milind Bhoir, 2Sariput Bhosikar, 3Mrunal Bhoir and 4Dnyaneshwar M Gadade
1,2Department Of Agadtantra, Parul Institute Of Ayurveda & Research, Parul University, Limda, Vadodara - 391760 (India) Email: drmilindbhoir25@gmail.com, https://orcid.org/0009-0009-6384-1329 2Email : sariput.bhosikar26988@paruluniversity.ac.in, https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8048-2219 3PG and PhD Department of Roga Nidana Evum Vikriti Vigyan, Parul Institute of Ayurveda, Parul University, Limda, Vadodara - 391760 (India) Email: mrunal.bhoir24537@paruluniversity.ac.in, https://orcid.org/0009-0007-0811-6314 4Ayurved Samhita and Siddhanta, Parul Institute of Ayurved and Research, Parul University, Vadodara - 391760 (India) Email: dnyaneshwargadade1252@gmail.com. Orchid ID: 0009-0004-7232-3463 *Corresponding Author: Dr. Milind Bhoir drmilindbhoir25@gmail.com, https://orcid.org/0009-0009-6384-1329
ABSTRACT
Contact dermatitis is a common inflammatory skin disorder caused by repeated exposure to irritants, allergens, or environmental factors, resulting in a delayed hypersensitivity reaction. Chronic exposure often leads to persistent inflammation and recurrent episodes. Conventional treatment mainly involves avoidance of triggers and topical corticosteroids, which provide temporary relief but may not prevent recurrence. In Ayurveda, the clinical features resemble Vicharchika, a subtype of Kushta characterized by itching, oozing, erythema, and lichenification. A 33-year-old male presented with severe pruritus, oozing lesions, and thickened skin over the hands and toes for more than one year. Based on clinical evaluation, the condition was diagnosed as contact dermatitis and correlated with Vicharchika. The patient was treated with a 12-day Ayurvedic protocol including Amahara and Shamana therapies.