Alopecia Areata (Khalitya) in Children: Ayurvedic Management
Journal Title: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine - Year 2019, Vol 5, Issue 2
Abstract
Background: Alopecia areata is a condition in which hair is lost from some or all areas of the body, usually from the scalp. Because it causes bald spots on the scalp, especially in the first stages, it is sometimes called spot baldness. In Ayurveda, it can be well correlated with Khalitya. Ayurveda play major role to treat such type diseases. Aim: To evaluate the role of Herbo-mineral formulations in Khalitya in children. Material and method: A 14-years-old male patient suffering from single patch of hair loss over left parietal area was treated with both external and internal therapy for a period of 8 weeks. Clinical assessments were done during, before and after treatment period. Relief from the complaints was assessed by noting the changes in hair regrowth over the patch. Result: After 2 weeks of treatment slight hair growth was observed. During 4th week most part of patch covered with hairs. At the end of 8th week the patch was fully covered with hairs. Conclusion: This case study revealed the efficacy of Ayurveda therapy including both internal and external medications for duration of 8 weeks in the management of Khalitya.
Authors and Affiliations
Sonam Chaudhary, Vishal Prajapati, Chuman Lal Bhaskar, K. S. Patel, V. K. Kori
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