Ayurvedic Management of Female Androgenetic Alopecia (Khalitya)

dc.contributor.authorV, Varshaen_US
dc.contributor.authorPalaken_US
dc.contributor.authorMandal, Sisir Kumaren_US
dc.date.accessioned2025-08-13T11:15:54Z
dc.date.available2025-08-13T11:15:54Z
dc.date.issued2025-06
dc.description.abstractAndrogenetic Alopecia (AGA), or pattern baldness, is a common form of non-scarring hair loss primarily affecting the scalp, with a higher incidence in males. Genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors contribute to its pathogenesis. AGA significantly impacts psychological well-being. Conventional treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and corticosteroids offer temporary benefits but are associated with adverse effects and recurrence of symptoms, prompting the need for safer alternatives. Methods: A 32-year-old female presented in November 2024 with gradual vertex hair loss and a SALT score of 28%. She was treated for one month with Jalaukavacharana (leech therapy), external application of Shirolepa (herbal paste), and internal Rasayana (rejuvenative) medications. Result: By the end of treatment, the patient showed visible improvement in scalp condition and hair density, with the SALT score reducing to 12%. Discussion: The classical Ayurvedic approach effectively managed AGA by enhancing blood circulation and follicular nourishment, offering a safe and holistic alternative to modern therapies.en_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsJunior Resident, Final year, Department of Vikriti Vigyan, Faculty of Ayurveda, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsJunior Resident, First year, Department of Vikriti Vigyan, Faculty of Ayurveda, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsProfessor, Department of Vikriti Vigyan, Faculty of Ayurveda, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, India.en_US
dc.identifier.citationV Varsha, Palak, Mandal Sisir Kumar. Ayurvedic Management of Female Androgenetic Alopecia (Khalitya) . International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research. 2025 Jun; 13(6): 75-80en_US
dc.identifier.issn2322-0902
dc.identifier.issn2322-0910
dc.identifier.placeIndiaen_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/253392
dc.languageenen_US
dc.publisherMahadev Publicationsen_US
dc.relation.issuenumber6en_US
dc.relation.volume13en_US
dc.source.urihttps://doi.org/10.47070/ijapr.v13i6.3755en_US
dc.subjectAndrogenetic alopecia [AGA]en_US
dc.subjectAyurvedaen_US
dc.subjectHair Lossen_US
dc.subjectJalauka therapyen_US
dc.subjectKhalityaen_US
dc.titleAyurvedic Management of Female Androgenetic Alopecia (Khalitya)en_US
dc.typeJournal Articleen_US
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