Holistic Assessment of Individualized Homeopathic Therapies in the Management of Alopecia Areata: A Prospective Observational Study

January 2026 in “ International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences ”

Sumitra Vishnoi, Shalu Munjal

alopecia areata individualized homeopathic treatments SALT score AA-IGA grade

TLDR Individualized homeopathic treatment may help improve hair loss and well-being in people with alopecia areata.

This study involved 100 patients with alopecia areata and assessed the effectiveness of individualized homeopathic treatments over 18 months. Using tools like the SALT score and AA-IGA grade, along with patient-reported outcomes, the study found significant improvements in scalp-hair coverage, symptom burden, and psychosocial functioning. The results suggest that individualized homeopathic treatment could be a safe and holistic option for managing alopecia areata within an integrative care model.

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