The Effect of Majuphala (Quercus infectoria Oliv.) in the Treatment of Yuvanpidika W.S.R Acne Vulgaris: A Case Report

The most prevalent dermatological problem that affects both physical and mental health in the modern day is acne, which leads to hampered personality, stress, and low confidence.Factors like improper diet, poor digestion, excessive oiliness, stress, hormonal imbalances, inadequate skincare, lifestyle changes, increasing pollution, etc., are affecting around 80-90% of youth.Acne is often manifested with Yuvanpidika/ Mukhadushika in Ayurveda.The vitiation of Kaphadosha, Vatadosha, and Raktadushti causes it.Also, to Paka conditions, Pitta dosha is always involved in the Yuvanpidika.Case description: This paper is a case study of Yuvanpidika of an 18-year-old male patient who arrived with the main complaint of crimson skin lesions that had been itching for the previous month on both cheeks.The primary goal of this research is to present Majuphala with Brihi vari (rice water) for Yuvanpidika, which is effective and has easy local application, as many patients prefer only local application.Majuphala is documented in Vaidya Vallabha in for Yuvanpidika management.Conclusion: After having treatment for 30 days patient showed significant improvement in the lesions on the face.