June 2026 in “Quality in Sport” This narrative review found that combined oral contraceptives remain the primary treatment for hirsutism and acne in women with PCOS, but highlighted the need for further research to refine therapeutic options given the variable efficacy and emerging treatments like GLP-1 receptor agonists.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case report from Dr Batra’s® Homeopathy Clinic describes significant improvement in a middle-aged woman's chronic hair loss and scalp visibility through individualized homeopathic treatment, nutritional adjustments, and regular monitoring over a year, as evidenced by patient-reported outcomes and clinical assessments.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Research and Review” This article reviews current literature and suggests that managing gout with early urate-lowering therapy, within a 'treat-to-target' strategy, can help prevent systemic complications and address the rising prevalence of hyperuricemia-related diseases.
April 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This paper argues that androgenetic alopecia in transgender and gender-diverse individuals is clinically significant, suggesting individualized and gender-affirming treatment approaches, with oral minoxidil as a key therapy.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Reproduction Contraception Obstetrics and Gynecology” This case study suggests that homeopathic treatment with Pulsatilla may have contributed to improved menstrual regularity and ultrasonography results in a 22-year-old woman with PCOS.
March 2026 in “AYUSHDHARA” In this case report, a 45-year-old woman with recently diagnosed hypothyroidism experienced significant symptom relief and a reduction in serum TSH levels after five months of Ayurvedic treatment, despite not using allopathic medication.
March 2026 in “Annals of Medicine” This study highlights the importance of developing standardized diagnostic tools, outcome measures, and evidence-based interventions to improve care and long-term outcomes for children and adolescents affected by long COVID-19.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This case report describes an 18-year-old female with alopecia areata who experienced hair regrowth within seven days following Prachana Vidhi treatment in an Ayurvedic setting, suggesting this approach may offer effective results for patchy hair loss.
February 2026 in “Annals of dermatological science.” In this case report, two young women with female pattern hair loss experienced significant hair regrowth without adverse effects after six months of treatment with bone-marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells and their extracellular vesicles, suggesting potential for this approach when conventional treatments fail.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report describes a 33-year-old male with treatment-resistant psoriasis who experienced complete resolution of symptoms and hair regrowth after following an integrated Shodhana-Shamana chikitsa regimen, with no relapse noted at follow-up, suggesting its potential for sustainable Ekakustha management.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report observed that an integrated Shodhana-Shamana treatment protocol effectively managed treatment-resistant Ekakustha (plaque psoriasis), resulting in complete symptom resolution and no relapse at follow-up.
January 2026 in “Open Science Framework” This scoping review aims to map current knowledge about treatment strategies for alopecia caused by VPA (valproic acid) across various patient groups, identifying reported management strategies, supporting evidence, observed outcomes, and areas needing further research, but results are not provided.
In this case report, the authors detail a successful management of early scalp ischemia after hair transplantation using the FLOW protocol, which emphasizes cause correction, local vasodilation, oxygenation optimization, and wound care, resulting in recovery without necrosis.
This review explores the management of facial hair in active-duty female military members, focusing on conditions like pseudofolliculitis barbae and hirsutism, and underscores the importance for healthcare practitioners to understand the psychosocial and medical aspects of these conditions in both military and civilian contexts.
October 2025 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” In this systematic review of 728 patients, the researchers noted that combination therapies involving systemic antibiotics, topical, local, or other systemic agents may yield better outcomes and longer duration of effects for managing Folliculitis decalvans and Tufted Hair Folliculitis compared to systemic antibiotic monotherapy.
This review discusses polycystic ovary syndrome, focusing on its primary features of ovulatory dysfunction and hyperandrogenism, and reports no new findings.
August 2025 in “Journal of Association of Clinical Endocrinologist and Diabetologist of Bangladesh” This article reviews the challenges in diagnosing and treating adolescent PCOS and suggests that the SPIOMET therapy could be promising, though further studies are needed.
July 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic medicine.” In this study, researchers reported significant improvements in hair follicle diameter, thickness, and reduced hair root gap after treating male pattern hair loss with a regimen of Prachanna, Chitrakadi lepa, and Jeevamrutham lehyam over four months.
This study reports that a combination of upadacitinib and oral minoxidil resulted in complete hair regrowth in a 20-year-old with alopecia universalis, Crohn's disease, and atopic dermatitis.
July 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda Case Reports” This case report describes a five-year-old boy with Alopecia Universalis who did not respond to allopathic treatments but showed significant hair regrowth after two months of Ayurveda therapies, suggesting their potential effectiveness for this condition.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” This article reviews the causes and pathogenesis of telogen effluvium, a prevalent form of hair loss, but reports no new research findings.
April 2025 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This case study on a 24-year-old male with Indraluptha (patchy hair loss) found that two cupping sessions followed by the application of Gunjapahala Lepa promoted new hair follicle growth and reduced lesion areas.
April 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This case study involving an 11-year-old male with alopecia areata observed remarkable scalp hair regrowth after 4 months of traditional Ayurvedic treatments, which included Raktamoskhan by Jalauka and a specific diet regimen.
March 2025 in “Kerala Journal of Ayurveda” This case study demonstrated the successful use of Ayurvedic detoxification therapies and treatments in a 28-year-old female, leading to significant hair regrowth and reduced hair loss, offering a potential holistic approach for managing Alopecia Areata.
March 2025 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” In this study, a domestic cat diagnosed with scabiosis and Felicola subrostratus infestation was successfully treated with ivermectin, diphenhydramine, fish oil, sulfur soap, and topical fipronil, showing good treatment outcomes.
March 2025 in “International Journal of AYUSH Case Reports” In this case report, a 25-year-old male with alopecia areata experienced significant hair regrowth and symptom relief following individualized homeopathic treatment with Bacillinum, though the researchers emphasized that more studies are needed to confirm these results and their general applicability.
March 2025 in “Canadian dermatology today.” This review discusses the treatment strategies for androgenetic alopecia in men and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need to understand its multifactorial etiology.
March 2025 in “Nepal Journal of Dermatology Venereology & Leprology” This study observed that Nepalese dermatologists commonly manage telogen effluvium with counseling and supplements, despite the lack of a consensus management guideline.
February 2025 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” This review addresses the complex process of reconstructing gunshot-induced facial injuries, highlighting advancements in composite tissue transplants and allografts that enhance plastic surgeons' ability to achieve optimal aesthetic and functional outcomes despite significant challenges.
January 2025 in “RGUHS Journal of Ayush Sciences” This case report details the treatment of a 20-year-old woman with telogen effluvium using Ayurvedic methods, including a 21-day Nasya karma regimen with Bhringaraja Taila and Narasimha Rasayana for six months, and highlights the improvement in her symptoms, suggesting efficacy in managing hair loss.