A Case Report of Kaphaja Granthi w.s.r. to Trichilemmal Cyst

Authors

  • Laxmi G H Post Graduate Scholar, Department of PG Studies in Shalya Tantra, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Ayurveda, Kuthpady, Udupi, Karnataka, India.
  • Prashanth K Professor, Department of PG Studies in Shalya Tantra, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Ayurveda, Kuthpady, Udupi, Karnataka, India.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.10.9.48

Keywords:

Trichilemmal Cyst, Kaphaja Granthi, Pilar Cyst, Chedana Karma

Abstract

Trichilemmal cysts are firm, slow-growing lumps that develop when a hair follicle becomes blocked by keratin and dead skin cells. They are typically asymptomatic unless they calcify or rupture. The cysts have smooth, spherical nodules with a solid feel and good movement. The other less common areas include the face, trunk and extremities. Lesions are uncommon in the palms, genitalia, axilla and groin. It affects less than 10% of the population. Trichilemmal cyst are also called as Pilar cyst which may be inherited as an autosomal dominant trait.

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Published

2025-09-25

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Laxmi G H, Prashanth K. A Case Report of Kaphaja Granthi w.s.r. to Trichilemmal Cyst. J Ayurveda Integr Med Sci [Internet]. 2025 Sep. 25 [cited 2025 Oct. 2];10(9):307-11. Available from: https://www.jaims.in/jaims/article/view/4721

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