A CASE STUDY OF MANAGEMENT OF PSORIASIS IN AYURVEDA THROUGH VAMAN KARMA

Psoriasis, known as Ekakustha in Ayurveda, is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that presents with well-defined erythematous scaly plaques, causing significant physical discomfort and emotional distress.This case report discusses the successful management of psoriasis using Ayurvedic principles and therapies.A 28-year-old female patient presented with reddish dry scaly lesions affecting her entire body, including the limbs and back, accompanied by intense itching for six years.Despite previous attempts with allopathic medications and steroids yielding no relief, the patient sought treatment at our institution.Upon examination and diagnosis, the patient was classified as having Ekakustha, a subtype of Ksudrakustha in Ayurveda, which correlates with psoriasis in modern medicine.Treatment was initiated with a combination