Abstract

Dr. Supriya U. Shende*

ABSTRACT

Acharya Madhava also mentioned Vipadika under kshudra kustha, whereas in the commentary, they have mentioned that vicharchika occurring at pada (feet) is termed as Vipadika. Vipadika is mentioned among the kshudra kustha by Bhavamishra. He also quotes that Vicharchika occurring at the site of the foot is called Vipadika. While explaining samprapti, he includes pidaka, daha, and kandu as laxanas of Vipadika. The main symptoms of Vipadika include cracks in the palms and soles, severe pain, and other symptoms such as itching, inflammation, and eruptions. In vipadika, dosha pradhanata is of vata and kapha. Based on its symptoms, it can be correlated with various conditions, including heel fissures, hand and foot eczema, and palmoplantar psoriasis. In Samhitas, we don't find a particular nidana mentioned for vipadika, but as it is one among the kshudra kustha, the general nidana of kustha can be considered.