SUCCESSFUL MANAGEMENT OF GENERALISED PUSTULAR PSORIASIS WITH AYURVEDA SHAMAN CHIKITSA: A CASE REPORT

Abstract

Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is an extreme form of rare psoriasis type, characterized by episodes of macroscopic, sterile pustules. It mostly occurs in adults, with female preponderance, and peak incidence between 40 – 59 years of age, though paediatric cases are also reported. It is also often associated with multisystem involvement and presentations like polyarthritis, metabolic syndromes. We report a case of generalised pustular psoriasis suffering since more than one year, treated successfully with Ayurvedic oral and topical medicines only. To the best of our knowledge this is the first case report of pustular psoriasis managed with shaman chikitsa. The patient is totally symptom free and leading a healthy life without any recurrence, till date.