DIAGNOSTIC APPROACH TO SKIN DISEASE THROUGH ROGA-ROGI PARIKSHA– A CASE REPORT
Dr. Monika Gupta*, Dr. Priya Puesh Pargotra
ABSTRACT
Technical skill and scientific knowledge is required for the diagnosis of various diseases. In Ayurveda, Roga- Rogi Pariksha has been mentioned as an essential diagnostic parameter. A study has been taken to evaluate the pathogenesis of disease by using various diagnostic parameters. A Case of 40 years old male patient who got admitted in IPD with the complaints of Shyava (blackish discoloration), Pidika (boil) over the extensor compartment of right lower limb associated with Rukshata (dry lesion) and Kandu (itching) since 11 years which was aggravated since 4 years with Absolute Eosinophil count of 450 cells/cmm. Based on the diagnostic parameter, the patient was diagnosed as a case of Vicharchika. Vicharchika is a clinical entity headed under Kshudra Kushta and is one among the Rakta Pradoshaja Vyadhi. Being Tridoshaja in origin Vicharchika has its impact on body and mind that requires proper evaluation. The present case is intended to provide an insight to approach the case for diagnosis with the Ayurvedic Pariksha as mentioned in classics with documented evidence.
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