• Dr Meera S
• Dr. C. Raghunathan Nair
• Dr. Athira MV
• Dr. Gopikrishna P.R

Ashy dermatosis (Erythema Dyschromicum Perstans) is a chronic, acquired dermal melanosis of uncertain origin, marked by slowly progressive gray-brown macules and often resistant to standard therapies. The disorder affects both sexes and all age groups worldwide, with higher prevalence in darker skin types. Etiological factors remain unclear, but genetic predisposition, environmental triggers, infections, and drug reactions have been implicated. Diagnosis is primarily clinical, supported by histopathology showing basal cell vacuolization and dermal melanophages. Conventional treatment—including clofazimine, dapsone, topical corticosteroids, and photoprotection—frequently yields inconsistent results, underscoring the need for alternative strategies. A 60-year-old male with long-standing facial, cervical, and bilateral forearm hyperpigmentation failed to respond to allopathic treatment. A comprehensive Ayurvedic regimen achieved marked and sustained improvement. This report highlights the potential of Ayurvedic management in pigmentary disorders that are refractory to standard medical therapy.

"Ayurveda Management of Ashy Dermatosis: A Case Report ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 9, page no.c644-c646, September-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2509270.pdf

"Ayurveda Management of Ashy Dermatosis: A Case Report ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 9, page no. ppc644-c646, September-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2509270.pdf