Management of Pressure Urticaria (Shītpitta) Through Virecana : A Case Report

Abstract

Introduction: A 32 years old female patient consulted for the following complaints- frequent episodes of papular, pinkish red rashes on whole body on applying pressure or scratching, associated with marked itching and burning sensation since one and a half month. She was clinically diagnosed as acute case of Shītpitta that can be correlated with urticaria (pressure urticaria: due to pressure). Material and Methods: Ayurvedic Śodhana (Virecana) and Śamana treatment were used to successfully manage this condition. The goal of this case study is to illustrate how Śodhana (bio-purication treatments) and Śamana (palliative) therapy might be benecial in the treatment of allergic disorders such as urticaria. Result and Conclusion: After receiving Virecana and oral medication, the patient's symptoms considerably improved. Although contemporary medicine offers a variety of treatment options for urticaria and other allergic skin conditions, recurrence is typical even after medication. This case study shown that Ayurvedic management (Virecana as Śodhana therapy and Śamana āusadha) may be useful in the treatment of skin issues.