Ayurvedic Management of Khalitya A Case Study

Ayurvedic Management of Khalitya A Case Study

Author Name : Dr. Shivani Raghuvanshi, Dr. Yogesh Wane, Dr. Prakash Joshi, Dr. Vanni Harinkhere

ABSTRACT In Ayurveda, hair fall is referred to as Khalitya. Acharya Sushruta categorized it under Shudra Roga, while Acharya Vagbhata placed it under Shiroroga. It is a prevalent condition that affects people of all age groups, both young and old. The primary causes of Khalitya include frequent use of chemical-based hair products such as shampoos, soaps, creams, dyes, and colors; excessive use of hair styling tools; unhealthy eating habits and lifestyle choices; exposure to pollution; hormonal imbalances; and other factors. A 14-year-old female patient visited the Charma Roga OPD at Government Dhanwantari Ayurvedic Hospital, presenting with major complaints of Khalitya (hair fall), Darunaka (dandruff), Shirah Kandu (itching on the scalp), and Kesha Rukshata (dryness of hair). As an initial line of treatment, she was prescribed with a oil containing amla, bhringraj, brahmi etc and to manage dandruff application of chakramard beeja with takra soaked overnight, on the scalp for just 15–20 minutes before taking a bath. , along with oral Ayurvedic medications are given, also jaloka avcharan was done. The treatment's effectiveness was assessed by comparing the patient's symptoms before and after the therapy. A specially designed scoring system was used for the evaluation.