Study of Mukhapaka and its Modern Counterpart

Mukhapaka described in Ayurveda, refers to inflammatory condition of the oral cavity, manifesting as ulcer, pain, redness and discomfort. Mukha Rogas is pittaja nanatmaja and rakta pradoshaja vikara and arround 10% of population is suffering with this problem. Mukhapaka occurs due to Nutritional deficiency e.g. Vit.B12 deficiency, Folate deficiency, Stress, Illness, Poor oral hygiene, Eating hot food itmes, Leukaemia, Inflammatory bowel disease, Disturbances in G.I. tract like constipation, Poor hygiene etc. The modern counterpart of Mukhapaka is Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis, which can arise due to nutritional deficiencies, stress, infections, autoimmune disorders etc. Ayurvedic management focuses on holistic healing through herbal formulations like Haritaki, Triphala, Yashtimadhu along with therapeutic procedures such as Kavala - Gandusha , Pratisarana. In modern medicine, topical analgesics, antiseptic mouthwashes, corticosteroids and nutritional supplements for symptoms relief and healing. This study explores the comaparative aspect of Mukhapaka and its modern medical counterpart.