Abstract
Introduction – Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare inflammatory skin disease characterised by tender papules, papulo-pustules or vesicles, progressing into painful and rapidly enlarging ulcers. It can occur at any age, with a highest of incidence between 20–50 years of age. Its treatment is challenging and there is no universally accepted “gold standard” treatment. In Ayurveda this condition can be correlated with Raktaj Vrana described by Acharya Sushrut in Vrana chikits aadhayay. Material and Methods - A 38 year old male, visited to Kayachikitsa OPD of Mahatma Gandhi Ayurveda Hospital salod (H), Wardha with the complaints of multiple ulcers over left leg below knee with bleeding and pain since two months. He had a history of its recurrence since 5 years. He was admitted for 15 days and oral as well as local Ayurvedic treatment was given. Result - It showed significant improvement within one month. Discussion – The treatment was planned on the basis of involvement of Dosha(functional units of body), Dhatu(~body tissue) and Strotas(~macro and microchannels of blood). The clinical features indicated Vitiation of Pitta and Kaphadosha, Rasa and Raktadhatu and Raktavaha strotas (~macro and micro channels of blood).Conclusion - This case study proved that Pyoderma Ggangrenosum can be effectively managed with Ayurveda.

Received: Mar 21, 2018 Revised : June 27, 2018 Accepted: Sep 30, 2018 Published Online: Oct 07, 2018

Key words: Key Words: Ayurvedic medication, Pyoderma gangrenosum, Raktaj Vrana