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@article{210512,
        author = {Dr.Pratiksha Shinde and Dr.Manish Bhoyar and Dr. Rupali Hange},
        title = {Ayurvedic Management of Mukhadushika by Shodhana and Shamana Chikitsa: A case study},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {6},
        pages = {1214-1220},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=210512},
        abstract = {Mukhadushika (acne), commonly correlated with Acne vulgaris, is a Kshudraroga (minor skin disorder) described in Ayurvedic classics. The present case study evaluated the role of Shodhana Chikitsa (purificatory therapy) and Shamana Chikitsa (palliative therapy) in the management of Mukhadushika. A 20-year-old female presented with a 6-month history of erythematous, painful and pus-filled facial lesions associated with itching. The patient was treated with Jalaukavacharana (leech therapy) as Shodhana Chikitsa, along with Arogyavardhini Vati, Triphala Guggulu, Mahamanjishtadi Kashaya, Avipattikara Churna, and Chandanadi Lepa as Shamana Chikitsa. Clinical assessment was performed at baseline and at 15-day intervals for 3 months using the Comprehensive Acne Severity Scale (CASS). Approximately 90% clinical improvement was observed, with reduction in acne lesions, itching, and pain. The case suggests that an integrated approach of Shodhana and Shamana Chikitsa may be beneficial in the management of Mukhadushika; however, further studies are required to establish its therapeutic efficacy.},
        keywords = {Mukhadushika, Acne vulgaris, Shodhana Chikitsa, Shamana Chikitsa, Kshudraroga.},
        month = {November},
        }