Management of Ahiputana (Diper Rash) in an Infant with application of Shatdhauta Ghruta A single case study
1 Department Kaumarbhritya, pune. Maharashtra, India.
2 Department f Kaumarbhritya. Government Ayurved college and hospital Baramati District pune. Maharashtra, India.
Case Study
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(03), 2853–2856
Publication history:
Received on 16 August 2024; revised on 23 September 2024; accepted on 26 September 2024
Abstract:
Ayurveda is an ancient medical science which deals with the swasthya or normal health of human being as well as wide description regarding various diseases and their treatment. Diaper rash is a common problem in pediatric OPD. Prevalence of Diaper rash has been variably reported from 7-35% in the first one year of life. Most cases occurs between 9-12 month of age. It is caused by improper care of infants and children requiring diapering. Ayurveda clearly states that main Hetu (cause) of Ahiputana is Stanyadushthi. (3) The disease is characterized by Pidika (papulovesicular lesion), Kandu (Irritability due to itching), Strava(discharge),Varna(skin color over perianal region) etc.
Keywords:
Ahiputana; Shatdhauth ghruta; Ayurveda; Kaumarbhritya; Diper rash
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