Research Advances in Androgenetic Alopecia Treated by Traditional Chinese Medicine

January 2015 in “ Traditional Chinese Medicine ”

刘城财, 余安胜

androgenetic alopecia Traditional Chinese Medicine AGA syndrome differentiation acupuncture TCM

TLDR Traditional Chinese Medicine shows promise in treating hair loss.

The document reviewed the progress in treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA) with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) over the past 5 years. AGA was described as the most common type of alopecia, characterized by gradual hair thinning on the forehead and top of the head, linked to androgen-related genetic factors. The review highlighted the advantages of TCM, discussing various approaches such as therapy based on syndrome differentiation, special formulas, external treatments, and acupuncture.

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