AN AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF DADRU KUSTHA DISEASE WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO TINEA CORPORIS-A CASE STUDY

Dadru Kustha, described under Kustha Roga in Ayurveda, is a Kapha–Pitta predominant dermatological condition that closely correlates with dermatophytosis (tinea corporis) in modern medicine. It is clinically characterized by kandu (itching), raga (erythema), and mandala (circular lesions), and has become increasingly prevalent in tropical regions, particularly in India, with rising incidence of chronicity, recurrence, and antifungal resistance. A 19-year-old male patient approached the outpatient department (OPD) of siddhakala ayurved mahavidyalaya, sangamner, Maharashtra, with a chief complaint of round reddish patches over the neck with severe Kandu (Itching), Daha (burning sensation), elevated circular lesions, and Raag (erythema). After 14 days of treatment, the patient got relief from all the symptoms by taking proper medicines like Gandhak Rasayan, Arogyavardhini vati, Mahamanjisthadi kwath And Dashang lepa for Local Application. Due to Kusthaghna and the immunity booster properties of drugs, the present case study revealed the efficacy of Ayurveda by Shaman Chikitsa for 14 days in managing Dadru kustha.