Abstract

Amritha P.*, Veerakumara K. and Aniruddha S.

ABSTRACT

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is the classic prototype of multisystem disease of autoimmune origin. It is an autoimmune disease that affects skin, joints, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart and lungs.[1] The exact cause of SLE is not known. Certain environmental triggers like UV radiations, psychological factors like physical and emotional stress and trauma are believed to contribute to disease development. Many organs and tissues may be affected in SLE, the pattern of clinical manifestations and autoimmune phenomena is heterogenous among patients and even changes over time in individual patients, thus making it highly difficult for early diagnosis and timely intervention. Ayurveda, the ancient glorious system of medicine is well known for its highly effective treatment modalities in such diseases. This article is an attempt to explore the Ayurvedic perspective on SLE (Systemic lupus erythematosus), by analyzing its causative factors, pathogenesis, clinical manifestation and prognosis by considering Vatarakta.