October 2019 in “International Journal of AYUSH Case Reports” This case study reported that a 29-year-old male patient with alopecia areata patchy experienced hair regrowth and relief from scalp itching and dandruff after using medicinal leech therapy and specific internal medicines for three months.
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December 2023 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” In this case study, a 16-year-old boy with alopecia areata experienced complete hair regrowth after 4 months of Ayurvedic treatments, including Shamana Chikitsa and Raktamokshna, with no adverse effects reported.
October 2023 in “International journal of science and research” In a case study, Ayurvedic treatments of leech therapy and topical application of Jayapala beej churna reportedly addressed dosha imbalances associated with Indralupta (Alopecia areata), resulting in new hair growth after several sessions.
April 2017 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This review explores the concept of cosmetic toxicity in Ayurveda, focusing on chemical hazards in cosmetics and their management, but provides no new clinical findings.