A CASE STUDY ON MUKADOOSHIKA

Mukhadushika is a common dermatological disorder described in Ayurvedic classics under Kṣudra Roga, characterized by pidika resembling shalmali-kaṇṭaka occurring predominantly on the face of adolescents and young adults. It closely correlates with Acne Vulgaris in modern dermatology, a chronic inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous unit. According to Ayurveda, Mukhaduṣhika arises due to the vitiation of Kapha, Vata, and Rakta doṣa, with the involvement of Meda dhatu and Svedavaha srotas, precipitated by factors such as improper diet, hormonal changes, stress, and poor lifestyle practices. Clinically, it presents with papules, pustules, nodules, and sometimes scarring, leading to cosmetic disfigurement and psychological distress. Contemporary management mainly focuses on topical and systemic agents, which often produce adverse effects and recurrence. Ayurvedic management emphasizes nidana parivarjana, shodhana therapies like Vamana and Raktamokṣaṇa, and shamana measures using herbal formulations possessing lekhana, raktaprasadana, kledahara, and shothahara properties. This holistic approach not only addresses the symptoms but also corrects the underlying doṣhik imbalance, offering a safer and sustainable therapeutic alternative. The present abstract highlights the Ayurvedic perspective, etiopathogenesis, and integrative management of Mukhadushika in correlation with Acne vulgaris.