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REVITALIZING SKIN HARMONY: THE TRANSFORMATIVE ROLE OF PANCHAKARMA IN MANAGING TINEA CORPORIS – A COMPELLING CASE STUDY

Dr. Bhuvaneshwari Rathod* and Dr. Rajalakshmi M. G.

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Purpose: This case study endeavors to investigate an treatment approach for managing complex Tinea corporis given the potential risks associated with severe itching and circular lesions which spreads all over the body rapidly, This research seeks to provide valuable insights into a holistic and less invasive therapeutic strategy for this severe ailment. Methodology: A 25-year-old male patient with circular lesions over the hands and neck region associated with severe itching was selected for the study. The patient initially underwent shodhana therapy with Virechana karma, followed by oral medication on discharge. This therapeutic approach consisted deepana, pachana, snehana, swedana, virechana, samsarjan karma and oral medications. The patient's ongoing progress was continuously monitored. Findings: The initially after the Virechana karma patient got the significant relief from itching and lesion decreased in size, after following the oral medication for one week patient achieved complete healing during the treatment course. The circular lesions completely faded within 7 days. Conclusion: This case study provides compelling evidence of the efficacy of Virechana karma with oral madication in treating Tinea corporis, underscoring its role as a minimally invasive and low-risk, less chances of reoccurrence. Contribution: This study offers valuable insights into the effect of shodhana karma followed by shamana karma, It emphasizes the potential of traditional therapies within contemporary healthcare, presenting an alternative approach that places patient well-being and expedient recovery at its core.

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