A Literature Review on Kitibha Kushta (psoriasis) Pathogenesis and Management According to Ayurveda
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Ayurveda deals with the “swasthasya swasthya rakshanam aturasya vikara prashamanam” phrase, which explains the objective of Ayurveda, which deals with the prevention and management of disease. Twak is an Upadhatu of mamsa. The description of "Kushta roga" in texts covers almost all skin diseases, including "Kitibha". The word "Kushta" refers to a chronic autoimmune condition characterised by inflammation and skin cell build-up. Mahakushta and Kshudrakushta are the two main types of kushta. Kitibha Kushta is one of the Kshudrakushta. It is Rakta pradoshaja vyadhi, characterised by kapha and vata dominance.
Authors: Nisha N. Katariya, Pankaj M Gahunge
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4414838431