📄 Abstract
In recent years, Twak Vikara (Skin disorders) have become increasingly common among the People. The rise in dermatological issues is particularly noticeable in tropical regions and developing countries like India. This increase can be attributed to a variety of factors, such as poor environmental hygiene, inadequate sanitation, illiteracy, and improper skincare practices. People suffering from skin diseases often face physical discomfort, emotional distress, and social stigma due to their appearance, which can lead to socio-economic challenges. One prevalent skin condition is Dadru Kushtha (Dermatophytosis) characterized by persistent Kandu (Itching), Raga (Erythema), Pidika (Eruptions) and Udgata Mandala (Elevated circular skin lesion),Srava (Ozing). It is classified as a disease primarily caused by an imbalance in Kapha and Pitta . While Acharya Charaka categorized Dadru under Kshudra Kushtha (Minor skin diseases), Acharya Sushruta and Acharya Vagbhatta placed it among Mahakushtha (Major skin diseases). As Acharya Sushruta mentioned Kustha as upasargaja roga and Charak told as Kustha roga occure by three different krimi that are Kothaja, Kledaja, Swedaja krimi . As per modern perspective disease Dadru Kushtha, comes under Dermatophytosis (Superficial fungal infection of skin). It is a Sweadaja krimi due to Sweda Atisrava, improper sanitization, this leads to Swedaja krimi. Dadru may include due to vitiation of swedaja krimi manifest Dadru kustha as indirectly mentioned in Charak Samhita.
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Dr. Gunanidhi Sahu, Prof.(Dr.) Manoj Kumar Sahoo , Prof.(Dr.) Simadri Bhusan Nayak , Dr. Madhusmita Rani Sethi , Dr. Jashobanta Sahu , A LITERARY REVIEW ON DADRU KUSTHA (DERMATOPHYTES) , Volume 11 , Issue 7, july 2025, EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR) ,