Treatment of Nonclassic 11-Hydroxylase Deficiency with Ashwagandha Root
January 2017
in “
Case reports in endocrinology
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The document discussed the treatment of nonclassic 11-hydroxylase deficiency using Ashwagandha root, highlighting a case of a 78-year-old woman who showed significant improvement in symptoms such as acne and alopecia over three years. The treatment normalized her serum 11-deoxycortisol levels and improved her hair loss and acne, suggesting a dose-related effect of Ashwagandha. The study proposed Ashwagandha as a potential alternative treatment for nonclassic 11-hydroxylase deficiency, offering a natural option with fewer side effects, and emphasized the need for further research to confirm these findings. The treatment was well-tolerated without significant changes in vital signs or laboratory parameters.
