JATHARAGNI DUSHTI IN KITIBHA KUSHTA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO PSORIASIS
Dr. Akshatha K.*, Dr. Nagaraj S. and Dr. Arun Kumar M.
ABSTRACT
Arogya, Pushti, and Ayu are significantly influenced by the consumption of Hitakara Annapana, making the maintenance of optimal Jatharagni. However, in the context of contemporary globalization, intense competition and occupational stress, there has been a significant rise in stress levels, adversely affecting the status of Jatharagni which in turn affect Dosha, Dhatu and Mala leading to the manifestation of respective Vikara. Kushta is a Rakta Pradoshaja Vikara, wherein Rakta shares Ashraya Ashrayi Sambhandha with Pitta. Moreover, considering the Guna-karma, Pitta and Agni are interrelated. The Pachakapitta and Jatharagni both reside in Pakwamashaya Madhya and contribute in Ahara Pachana. Consequently, any imbalance in Pachaka Pitta raises suspicions of Jatharagni Dushti. Additionally, Grahani Dosha influences the emergence of Kushta. Avyahata Pakti is highlighted as one of the Vishuddha Rakta Lakshana. Hence disruption of Jatharagni is suspected in Rakta vitiated condition. This suggests that there may be a role of Jatharagni in the manifestation and prognosis of Kitibha Kushta with a specific focus on Psoriasis. This study aimed to assess Jatharagni in these patients.
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