Ayurvedic Management of Switra (Vitiligo)

As we know, Twaka (skin) is the outermost covering of our Sharira (body) and is the largest organ of the integumentary system. The skin is one of the important sense organs. Human beings are always conscious of protecting their skin from any impairment that makes them look ugly in our society. Among various skin impairments, Svitra is one of the crucial cosmetic impairments in which whitish discolourations on the skin disturb the patient’s social confidence due to social stigma. In Ayurveda, Bhrajak Pitta is responsible for the Prabha of our Tvaka. Svitra is considered vitiligo, or leukoderma, in modern science based on findings. It comes under the broad heading Kustha in our Ayurveda classics. Switra is due to vitiation of the Tridoshas, Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa, and Medas.