Research Paper
ROLE OF AYURVEDA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF SKIN DISEASES
Author: Srivastava N*,, Saxena V**,
* Assistant Professor & Ph.D Scholar, Department of Kaumarbhritya/Balroga, FOAy, IMS, BHU.
** Ph.D Scholar, Department of Shalya Tantra , IMS, BHU.
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Abstract:-
The incidence of skin diseases are increasing day by day. Modern medicine provide temporary relief but not complete cure.Therefore, whole world is gradually turning towards Ayurveda for safe and complete cure of diseases. Especially in the field of skin problems Ayurveda can contribute remarkably. ‘Twak’(skin) is external outermost protecting cover which envelopes the whole surface of the body. This is the seat of ‘sparsana Gyanendriya’ (Tactile sensation) it is extensive amongst all five Gyanendriyas. Sensation of touch is situated in Twak. According to Sushruta the layers of skin is mentioned as 7 in number.Acharyas of ayurveda state that the function of ayurvedic herbs is to purify blood and eliminate vitiated doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) from the body as they are mainly responsible for skin disorders and other diseases. In ayurveda skin diseases are known by the general term Kustha. It is of two types; Maha & Ksudra. According to the tridosha theory of Ayurveda unhygienic conditions, irregular dieting affects vata, pitta and kapha which in term affect the skin.As ayurveda believes that all living beings have the panchamahabhoota as it is components, same is for skin. Skin is seat of Bhrajaka pitta and regulates the temperature of the body. The complexion (Chaya) and lusture (Prabha) of our skin is also conferred to the skin. In Ayurveda various herbs as Chandana, Nagkesara, Padmaka, Yastimadhu, Manjistha, Sariva etc.are described in many forms (lepa, abhyanga, gandusha, combined drug). This research article mainly exploresdescription of skin, skin diseases and its treatment in different samhitas of Ayurveda.
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Skin diseases, Twak, Bharajaka Pitta,Ayurveda.
