ObjectivesThe purpose of this study is to know the effect of Baekhogainsam-Tang on alopecia areata.
MethodsWe decided the treatment principle through abdominal examinations and symptoms. We used herbal medicine (Baekhogainsam-Tang) to increase the roots of hair and hair.
ResultsAfter the treatment, patients' hair condition had been improved (Hair loss patch diameter decreased from 2.5 cm to 0.5 cm). In addition, patient's physical symptoms were improved.
ConclusionsThis case shows that herbal medicine, which focused on patient's physical symptom, is seemed to be effective in alopecia areata.
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