A Critical Literary Review on Role of Rakthamokshana and Arka Taila in Vicharchika

Abstract

Vicharchika is a type of Kshudra Kushtha often encountered by Ayurvedic Dermatologists characterized with  symptoms, namely, kandu, srava, pidika, and shyava varna. Based on clinical manifestations, vicharchika is frequently  linked to eczema. Modern dermatology compares the clinical appearance of Vicharchika to eczema. The most typical  kind of dermatitis is eczema. It is believed that the pathogenesis is influenced by both genetic and environmental  factors. Despite being present in adults, eczema is more frequently encountered in youngsters. Dry, itchy skin that  has poorly defined regions of erythema and scale is a hallmark of eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis. Eczema  can be vesicular and ooze when it is acute, but it can also become hyperpigmented and lichenified (thickened) when  it is chronic. Scratches or excoriations are commonly observed. Eczema is a symptom that Ayurveda treats, as it  holds that all doshas must be in balance for health to exist. However, it does not address the basis of the problem.  Recurrence is thus highly common. By balancing the Dosha and Dhatus and purging vitiated Dosha, Ayurveda treats  the underlying cause of eczema.