Ayurvedic Management of Yuvanpidika with Special Reference to Acne Vulgaris in Adolescence – A Case Report

Dr. Kavita K. Fadnavis1

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Publication Date: 2021/02/28

Abstract: Yuvanpidika is mentioned in the Kshudra Rogas in Ayurved. Kshudra Rogas are the group of diseases which are diminutive in nature. Other synonym of Yuvanpidika is Mukhadushika. The first one means the eruptions occurring in young generation specifically adolescents. The latter means the barrier which disturbs the beauty of the face. Its modern equivalent is Acne Vulgaris. Acne is chronic inflammatory pilo-sebaceous glands derangement. The modern treatment is time taking and often produces adverse effects. The conscious younger generation in the need to get complete relief need proper counselling about the healthy lifestyle along with the treatment. Present study shows a case of a teenager girl of grade 3 Acne Vulgaris treated with Ayurvedic Shamana Chikitsa and Jalaukavacharana along with Nidanaparivarjana over the course of 2 months only. However she was adviced to follow proper lifestyle afterwards

Keywords: Yuvanpidika, Kshudra rogas, Mukhadushika, Acne Vulgaris, Shamana Chikitsa, Jalaukavacharana, Nidanaparivarjana.

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