Treatment of alopecia areata with individualised homoeopathic medicines: An evidence-based case series

Abstract

Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disease characterised by hair loss in patched from one or more areas of the skin. While it can affect the scalp, it may occur in other parts of the body as well. No age group is predominantly affected. This case series evaluates the effects of homoeopathic treatment in patients with AA. A total of three cases were included in this study. AA was diagnosed based on clinical symptoms. The patients were prescribed Lycopodium clavatum, Carcinosinum and Tuberculinum based on clinical signs, totality of symptoms, individualisation and miasmatic analysis. Dietary changes were recommended as well. Improvement was assessed based on symptom reduction and growth of new hair. All three patients improved clinically and new hair growth was seen. This case series provides evidence that individualised homoeopathic treatment is clinically effective in AA.