Ayurvedic Management of Alopecia Areata

    Amal S. Chandran, V. Balakrishnan
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    Studysummary In this case study, a 20-year-old male with alopecia areata experienced complete hair regrowth and symptom relief without recurrence after Ayurvedic Shodhana and Shamana therapy, suggesting Ayurvedic treatments may offer a comprehensive approach to managing this condition.
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    Alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition causing patchy hair loss, is linked to the vitiation of Vata and Pitta doshas in Ayurveda. A case study of a 20-year-old male demonstrated successful treatment using Ayurvedic Shodhana and Shamana therapies, resulting in complete hair regrowth and symptom relief without recurrence. This highlights the potential of Ayurvedic treatments to offer a comprehensive and lasting solution by addressing the root causes and restoring systemic balance.
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