Ayurvedic Management of Vataja Oshtharoga Whole System Research (W.S.R.) to Pigmented Contact Cheilitis—A Case Report

Year : 2024 | Volume : 13 | Issue : 02 | Page : 09 13
    By

    Ameesha R. Shrigod,

  • Khushbu R. Prajapati,

  • Deepak Pawar,

  1. Ph. D Scholar, Department of Shalakya Tantra, Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda Jamnagar, Gujarat, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Panchakarma, Saradar Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Mehsana, Gujarat, India
  3. Assistant Professor, Department of Shalakya Tantra, Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda Jamnagar, Gujrat, India

Abstract

Acharya Sushruta, in his ancient text, delineated 65 types of Mukha Roga, categorizing them into seven Mukha Avayava. Among which eight Oshtha Roga was classified as Vattaja, Pittaja, Kaphaja, Sannipataja, Rakta, Mamsaja, Medaja, and Kshataja. Among these, Vataja Oshtha Roga stands out, typified by pigmented contact cheilitis in modern medical parlance. This condition manifests initially with a tingling, itching sensation accompanied by swelling of the lips. Over time, the lips darken to a purple-black hue, often exacerbated upon discontinuation of the offending product, commonly attributed to allergens present in lipsticks such as flavouring agents and preservatives. Regrettably, conventional medicine lacks a definitive cure for this ailment. In February, a 35-year-old female patient sought assistance at the outpatient department, reporting a 15-day history of lip discoloration, itching, dryness, and mild burning subsequent to using cosmetic products. Additionally, she noted unsatisfactory bowel habits persisting for six months. She came for better Ayurvedic management. Seeking effective management, she was treated with Vatahara (pacifying Vata)—Shamana (pacifying therapy) and Shodhana Chikitsha (purification therapy) internally—supplemented with topical Lepa application. Vata-Anulomana was done in initial phase before carrying local application. Remarkably, the patient exhibited complete remission following Shamana and Shodhana Chikitsha. Notably, there has been no recurrence of symptoms to date. This successful outcome underscores the efficacy of traditional Ayurvedic interventions in managing Vataja Oshtha, thereby restoring the patient’s cosmetic appearance and alleviating concerns in the realm of beauty. The case exemplified effective and quick result of integrative medicine in the management of Vataja Oshtha (pigmented contact cheilitis). Cosmetic disfigurement to normalcy was achieved as appearance is a concern in the world of beauty. By addressing the root cause and employing tailored therapies, Ayurveda offers promising avenues for the management of conditions often deemed refractory by conventional standards.

Keywords: Mukha Avayava, Mukha Roga, Shamana, Shodhana, Vatashamaka Chikitsha, Vataja Oshtha

[This article belongs to Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy ]

How to cite this article:
Ameesha R. Shrigod, Khushbu R. Prajapati, Deepak Pawar. Ayurvedic Management of Vataja Oshtharoga Whole System Research (W.S.R.) to Pigmented Contact Cheilitis—A Case Report. Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy. 2024; 13(02):09-13.
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Ameesha R. Shrigod, Khushbu R. Prajapati, Deepak Pawar. Ayurvedic Management of Vataja Oshtharoga Whole System Research (W.S.R.) to Pigmented Contact Cheilitis—A Case Report. Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy. 2024; 13(02):09-13. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/joayush/article=2024/view=152210


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Regular Issue Case Report
Volume 13
Issue 02
Received 21/03/2024
Accepted 27/05/2024
Published 27/06/2024
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