1PG Scholar, Dept. of Roga Nidana Evam Vikriti Vigyana, Shri NPA Govt Ayurvedic College, Raipur, Chhattisgarh.
2Prof. & HOD, Dept. of Roga Nidana Evam Vikriti Vigyana, Shri NPA Govt Ayurvedic College, Raipur, Chhattisgarh.
3Lecturer, Dept. of Roga Nidana Evam Vikriti Vigyana, Shri NPA Govt Ayurvedic College, Raipur, Chhattisgarh.
Skin disorders constitute a significant group of diseases affecting individuals of all age groups and are often chronic, recurrent, and difficult to manage. In Ayurveda, the skin (Twaka) is closely related to Rakta Dhatu, and vitiation of Rakta plays a pivotal role in the manifestation of various dermatological conditions. The concept of Rakta Pradoshaja Vikara described in classical Ayurvedic texts provides a comprehensive understanding of the etiopathogenesis of skin disorders.
Rakta Pradoshaja Vikara occurs due to improper dietary habits, lifestyle factors, psychological stress, environmental influences, and suppression of natural urges (Vega Dharana), leading to qualitative and quantitative abnormalities in Rakta Dhatu. The vitiated Rakta, along with associated Doshas, particularly Pitta and Kapha, manifests as various skin diseases such as Kustha, Vicharchika, Dadru, Shitapitta, Shwitra and other Twaka Rogas. These conditions are characterized by symptoms like discoloration, inflammation, itching, burning sensation, eruptions, and chronicity.
Understanding skin disorders through the concept of Rakta Pradosaja Vikara helps in correlating classical Ayurvedic principles with modern dermatological perspectives. This conceptual framework not only elucidates the pathogenesis of skin diseases but also provides a rational basis for preventive and therapeutic approaches such as Raktashodhana, Dosashamana, dietary regulation, and lifestyle modification.
Keywords: Rakta Dhatu, Rakta Dushti, Twaka Vikara, Skin disorders, Psychological, Vega Dharana, Raktashodhana.
How to cite this article: Kurrey V, Nayak NR, Kaushik P. "Understanding Skin Disorders Through The Concept Of Rakta Pradoshaja Vikara". Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(15s): 502-507. DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.15s.59
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