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@article{190398,
        author = {Dr Mailaraling Suranagi and Dr Mamtajbegaum Walikar},
        title = {REVIEW ON AN OBSERNAL STUDY ON THE ETIOPATHOOGENESIS OF SHWITRA VIS -A -VIS VITILIGO},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {4290-4294},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=190398},
        abstract = {Ayurveda, the science of life, provides comprehensive principles for maintaining health. Skin diseases are described under Kushta in Ayurvedic literature, among which Shwitra is a variety characterized by white patches on the skin. It occurs due to vitiation of Tridoshas mainly Pitta and Kapha and Chaturdhatus (Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa, Meda). The Tamra (fourth) layer of Twak is considered the prime site of pathology. The description of Shwitra closely resembles Vitiligo, a depigmentary disorder marked by progressive loss of melanocytes. Understanding the Nidana Panchaka aids early diagnosis and management. Hence, this study evaluates the etiopathogenesis of Shwitra in relation to Vitiligo. Shwitra was observed predominantly in the 20–60-year age group, affecting both sexes. Major Aharaja Nidana included consumption of Amla, Katu, Kashaya, Madhura, and Tikta rasa foods with Ushna, Guru, Snigdha guna, as well as combinations like Dadhi and Matsya, Kshira with heated curd, and Masha preparations. Diwaswapna and Atapa Sevana were the common Viharaja Nidanas. All subjects showed Stage-1 or Stage-2 Twak Shwetata,Grade -1 VASI score confirming Vitiligo.Pittakara and Kaphakara Nidanas significantly contribute to Shwitra, which correlates clinically and pathogenetically with Vitiligo.},
        keywords = {Chaturdhatu’s,Aharaja nidana,Diwaswapna,Atapa sevana,Vitiligo},
        month = {January},
        }