5 citations
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August 2013 in “The Journal of Pediatrics of Korean Medicine” This case study reports that a 13-year-old girl with changing types of alopecia experienced resolution and maintenance of hair regrowth after using various Korean medical treatments, but further research is needed.
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February 2016 in “Hanbang an i bi inhu pibugwa hakoeji/Hanbang an'i'bi'in'hu pibu'gwa haghoeji” This study found that HRHDT combined with microneedle therapy improved hair growth in a mouse model of alopecia more effectively than microneedle therapy alone.
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September 2021 in “Journal of Pharmacopuncture” This study reviews Korean medicine treatments for alopecia and found potential benefits, though side effects like pruritus and headache were reported; further research is needed to solidify treatment guidelines.
May 2019 in “Journal of Acupuncture Research” This study found that pharmacopuncture and topical application of Sebalgukhwa-san extract improved hair growth, density, and thickness in an alopecia mouse model without affecting liver function.
June 2025 in “Basrah Researches Sciences” This article discusses how medicinal plants, known for their antiviral, immunomodulatory, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, may help alleviate long-term COVID-19 effects, but emphasizes the need for further clinical trials to confirm safety and efficacy.