October 2023 in “Journal of Indian System of Medicine” This study discusses how Ayurveda approaches the management of premature hair greying differently than contemporary science, emphasizing lifestyle regimens, rejuvenation practices, and the use of herbal drugs rooted in Ayurveda pharmacodynamics.
July 2026 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” The researchers designed a Janus microneedle system for treating vitiligo, which targets the skin’s layers to regulate the immune response, promote melanocyte regeneration, and enhance pigment transfer, offering a new precise treatment approach for this condition.
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January 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This article reviews the characteristics, differential diagnosis, and management options for papular acantholytic dyskeratosis of the vulva, illustrated by a case of a 21-year-old patient, but reports no new clinical results.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” In this study, researchers investigated the alignment of trichoscopic findings with ayurvedic signs (lakshanas) for diagnosing hair loss, suggesting that integrating these perspectives could enhance diagnostics and management of hair and scalp conditions.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” In this case study, researchers observed that Ayurvedic treatments, specifically Praccahnna and Tikta Patola patra swarasa Lepa, improved symptoms of alopecia areata, such as reducing patch size and hair fall.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Environmental Sciences” In this descriptive cross-sectional study, researchers observed that less than 10% of female nursing students in Dharmapuri have been diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome, though many show increasing symptom prevalence and poor health-related behaviors, underlining the need for better education and regular gynecological check-ups.
June 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study reported that dermatological adverse events are common in patients treated with amivantamab for non-small cell lung cancer, often impacting quality of life and requiring treatment modifications.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study observed significant hair regrowth and near-complete restoration in a 32-year-old female with Alopecia Areata (Indralupta in Ayurveda) treated over two months with a comprehensive Ayurvedic regimen, suggesting potential effectiveness of these therapies for this condition.
January 2013 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This study found that mouse parents with uveitis may increase their offspring's susceptibility to experimental autoimmune uveitis, affecting immune processes and the severity of the condition.
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August 2013 in “Case reports in dermatology” This case report describes a patient in whom vitiligo was induced by diphenylcyclopropenone treatment for alopecia universalis, highlighting the potential overlap of susceptibility genes between the two conditions.
November 2024 in “International Journal Of Ayurvedic And Herbal Medicine” In this case report, a 25-year-old male with patchy hair loss showed marked symptomatic improvement following an Ayurvedic treatment regimen at SDM Ayurveda Hospital, supporting Ayurveda's potential effectiveness in managing Indralupta, akin to Alopecia areata.
January 2020 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga”
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study observed that while dermoscopic features in alopecia areata for dark-skinned individuals align with existing literature, yellow dots appear more frequently and could help in grading disease severity.
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April 2004 in “Acta Clinica Belgica” This study found that ultraviolet light-enhanced visualization can detect subtle skin changes linked to carotene and vitamin A deficiency, which improved with dietary correction in deficient individuals.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science” In this case report, a 45-year-old woman with systemic lupus erythematosus underwent a six-month integrative naturopathic and yoga program while continuing conventional treatment, aiming to document improvements in disease management and patient well-being.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study reviews the traditional and emerging medicinal uses of Clitoria ternatea Linn., highlighting its extensive chemical composition and potential health benefits, but notes the lack of human trial evidence and the need for better testing methods to ensure consistent quality and efficacy.
This chapter summarizes the efficacy of NB-UVB monotherapy for vitiligo and notes that patients treated with tacrolimus showed significantly better repigmentation.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine (Hyderabad)” In this case report, a novel Ayurvedic preparation of Catharanthus roseus, used alongside conventional chemotherapy, was associated with tumor stability and improved general health in a patient with advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
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January 2008 in “Clinics in dermatology” This article reviews the principles and practices of Siddha medicine, discussing its traditional treatments for various skin and systemic diseases, but reports no new clinical results.
October 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of the traditional Chinese medicine YH0618 granule for reducing chemotherapy-induced hair loss in breast cancer patients through a double-blind, randomized clinical trial, assessing hair loss progression and improving quality of life markers compared to a placebo.
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April 2004 in “Journal of Neurochemistry” In this study, acute restraint stress increased Y1 receptor gene expression in the amygdala and PVN of transgenic mice, but this effect was not due to elevated neuroactive steroid concentrations, indicating a potential ligand-induced mechanism.
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December 1987 in “Fertility and sterility” The vellus index is a simple, quick, and reliable method to assess and monitor hair growth, especially in hirsutism.
June 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the YH0618 granule in reducing chemotherapy-induced hair loss in breast cancer patients, without disrupting anti-tumor effects, by conducting a randomized, double-blind trial. Results are not reported in the abstract.
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November 2015 in “Indian Journal of Clinical Biochemistry” The conference presented findings on how vitamin D levels, genetic factors, and lifestyle choices like smoking and yoga affect various health conditions and diseases.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This study developed a stable nanoemulsion of Avicennia marina heartwood extract showing promising anti-dandruff activity against Pityrosporum ovale and favorable physicochemical properties, which supports its potential use in topical formulations.
September 2025 in “AYUSHDHARA” This case report describes a 5-year-old girl with Folliculitis Decalvans, whose symptoms of scaling, itching, and painful pustules improved after two weeks of Ayurvedic treatment, suggesting this approach may be effective for managing infectious scalp diseases.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this review, Clitoria ternatea Linn., a plant from the pea family, is noted for potential health benefits, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects, though human trial evidence is lacking and research on consistent quality is needed for practical applications.
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September 1999 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study found that the combination of fluticasone propionate and UV-A was much more effective for vitiligo repigmentation than either treatment used alone, with no significant adverse effects reported.
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June 2025 in “Pharmacognosy Research” This study found that a polyherbal sunscreen cream, F4, containing Camellia sinensis, Vitis vinifera, and Silybum marianum extracts demonstrated strong antioxidant and photoprotective properties, similar to synthetic sunscreens.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” The study found that Asthimajjapachak Churna led to greater improvement in managing hair fall among young females compared to Shwadamshtradi Rasayana Churna, particularly through alleviation of Asthigata dosha.