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Having bald patches on one’s head, beard and eyebrows can be very distressing. Although it does not affect the patient’s health in any other form, it is certainly life-altering as its sudden onset, recurrent episodes, and unpredictable course have an adverse impact on the psyche of those suffering from it. Alopecia areata refers to the loss of hair in patches, usually on the scalp, but any other body part covered with hair can also be affected. When alopecia areata appears in the beard, it is known as alopecia areata barbae. Alopecia affects all ages, races, and sexes equally. Homeopathic remedies for alopecia areata provide an excellent treatment for it. They are fairly successful as it helps the hair grow back.
Top 5 Homeopathic Medicines For Alopecia Areata
The five top-ranking homeopathic medicines that treat Alopecia Areata effectively are Fluoric Acid, Phosphorus, Lycopodium, Calcarea carb and Vinca Minor.
1. Fluoric Acid – Top-Grade Homeopathic Medicine
Fluoric Acid is one of the best homeopathic remedies for alopecia areata. It works equally well for hair fall in patches occurring in any part of the scalp. It helps wonderfully in the regrowth of hair in bald patches. Those needing it may have an itchy scalp too. The scalp can be sensitive to touch.
When and How to use fluoric Acid?
This medicine can be used as the first line of treatment in cases of alopecia areata. With its use, there is gradual regrowth of hair. Initially, Fluoric Acid 30C can be used two to three times a day. Once the hair starts to regrow, the dose should be reduced.
2. Phosphorus – For Alopecia Areata With Hair Loss From Front Or Sides Of Scalp
Though Phosphorus can be used for hair loss in any portion of the scalp, it is most suitable when hair loss from the front or the sides is prominent. Those needing it can have a tendency of excessive sweating on the scalp. Heat may also be felt in the scalp, dandruff may also be present.
When and How to use Phosphorus?
Use of Phosphorus is mainly suggested when hair loss occurs especially from the front or side portion of the scalp. Though it can be taken in any potency from low to high but the most frequently recommended is 30C potency. Phosphorus 30C can be taken twice a day for good results.
3. Lycopodium – For Alopecia Areata When Hair Loss Is Marked On Top Of Scalp (Vertex)
Lycopodium is a natural remedy sourced from plant club moss. It works well in recovering from bald patches that occur mainly on the top of the scalp. The person suffers burning sensation and itching on the scalp. Apart from this, Lycopodium is a leading medicine to treat premature greying of hair.
When and How to use Lycopodium?
When hair loss is marked on the top of the scalp, this medicine can be considered. Among its various potencies ranging from low to high, it is best to start with 30C potency twice a day. Its higher potencies can be considered afterward but only after consulting a homeopathic physician.
4. Calcarea Carb – For Hair Loss With Sweaty Scalp
This medicine can be used in cases where patchy hair loss is accompanied by increased sweating on the scalp. A cold sensation on the scalp can also be felt. Scalp can be itchy as well.
When and How to use Calcarea Carb?
It is recommended for persons who have hair loss in spots along with a tendency of increased sweating. It is used in different potencies ranging from low to high depending on the complaint but the most common in use is 30C potency. Lycopodium 30C can be taken once in the morning and once in the evening for best results.
5. Vinca Minor – For Tendency To Alopecia Areata When Regrown Hair Are White
This medicine is prepared from the plant ‘lesser periwinkle’. It is useful in treating alopecia areata cases where there is a tendency for hair to fall in spots which then get replaced by white hair. Along with this, itching and violent scratching over the scalp may also be present.
When and How to use Vinca Minor?
This medicine is specifically used in cases in which there is a tendency for hair loss in spots and when the hair which regrow are white-colored. This medicine can be taken in 30C potency twice a day. It works two ways — in treating tendency to have hair loss in spots, and preventing whitening of hair that grow back.
What Are The Signs And Symptoms?
Alopecia areata shows up as bald (hair loss) patches. The loss of hair occurs in circular or oval patches from the scalp or elsewhere such as eyebrows, beard, etc. The bald patches are usually of the size of a five-rupee coin or one-rupee coin and are smooth to touch. Complete loss of hair may also occur in some individuals although it is not very common.
The most common areas for alopecia areata are the scalp and the beard, but may involve any body part with hair. There may be one, or multiple bald patches. Few people complain of itching when hair starts falling. There is no physical discomfort associated with it.
Other than typical circular or oval shape patches of alopecia areata, there are some rare types of alopecia areata:
Alopecia areata totalis – Loss of hair from entire scalp
Alopecia areata universalis – Loss of hair from full body occur
Ophiasis alopecia areata – Band-like hair loss on the temporal area (sides) and occiput area (back of head)
Diffuse alopecia areata – Hair loss starts abruptly instead of patchy hair loss
Causes, risk factors and trigger factors
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease (the body’s defense cells start destroying body’s own healthy tissues out of a misdirected response). In alopecia areata, the defense cells start destroying hair follicles resulting in bald patches. The immune cells attack the hair follicle matrix of some of the hair that are in growth phase. Following this, these strands of hair prematurely (before their complete formation and maturation) pass into a phase where hair stops growing. The hair follicle stem cells are not damaged so the ability of the hair follicles to regenerate is not affected at all. Why? Immune cells target hair follicles here is still unknown. However, it is thought that heredity and genetics play a significant role in alopecia areata. Patients suffering from alopecia areata very often mention a family member suffering from the same condition. It is estimated that one in five persons suffering from alopecia areata has someone in the family who has the same problem. As per research, persons having alopecia areata might also have a history of some other autoimmune disease (for example, vitiligo – white patches on skin due to lack of melanin pigment; thyroiditis – inflammation of thyroid gland) or some other family member might be suffering from some autoimmune disease. Some factors viral infections, vaccines and physical stress can trigger alopecia areata.
Homeopathic Treatment Of Alopecia Areata
Homeopathy is an advanced science and treats many diseases of autoimmune origin including alopecia areata. Homeopathic treatment for alopecia areata helps by optimizing the overactive immune system that is destroying the hair follicles. Homeopathic medicines stop the size of the bald spots from enlarging and help in the regrowth of hair. Thus, homeopathy can provide an effective and permanent solution to this problem. Moreover, once alopecia areata is treated with homeopathy, the chances of the problem reoccurring are greatly reduced.
How common is alopecia areata and does it cause permanent hair loss?
Alopecia areata is a fairly common condition and about one percent of the population is affected at any given time. The hair loss in alopecia areata is not permanent. Alopecia areata is a reversible hair loss as the follicles (a structure that encloses the root of the hair) of hair are not damaged.
Hi
Dear Dr.
I am suffering alopecia since 8 years.
It is increasing repidly while it started with single patch of 1cm dia. Now there is around 10 patches size range 1cm to 1 inch. I have taken allopathy and homeopathic treatment for 1 year each. But all in vain. During homeopathic treatment no new patch build but after the stopping of treatment it increased very quick.
Dear Sir,
I am 36 years old male suffering with Alopecia Areata since few years and same is most of times cured through applying honey and Aloe Vera but its not permanent solution and also, my beard and eyebrow hairs are getting bit greying. Please advice homeopathic medicine. I also feels my breath is not as fresh as it should be and sometime there is gums bleeding if i consumes sugar several times
Secondly, I want some advice for my wife she is 35 years old feeling numbness in right hand fingers and joint pain in arms and shoulders. We have taken several therapy and medicines but of no use. Earlier she was treated for tennis elbow.
Thirdly, my father has clot in brain and week heart too. He has BP fluctuation mostly on upper side. He is taking allopathic medicines. Please suggest permanent solution for him too.
regards,
Sunil
Hello doctor, before I read your site I bought SBL’s Acidium Hydroflouric 200 one of the prescription on other site.
My alopecia condition is new patch at different location after the earlier got ok through treatment by an allopathic skin specialist.
I’ve barely taken allopathic medicines inpast 40 years. I’m 64 & keep fit.
I’ve 40 year old dry eczema on left sheen & I’ve overcome asthama with my excercise & ayurvedic diet regime.
My hair is thinning for the past 10 years. No where looking like bald though. I sweat a lot, also in scalp.
Hello Sir,
I am Vikash from Noida, i am 25 years old.
I am having hair fall problem since my early 18s. As of now i have lost almost of my upper head hairs. I have tried several oils , shampoos without any luck. Whatever i have observed is that problem is due to never ending dandruff. Also i am wearing cap on head from last 2*1/2 years due to feeling ashamed which looks like causing itching on head.
I am only 25 and totally hopeless due to this problem. I feel very ashamed when people make fun of it.
I have some other serious problems as well which i will share in other post.
Please suggest if there is any treatment in Homeopath for my problem.
Thanks,
Vikash
Dear Doctor Sharma
My name is Purnima, age 63 Ihave High Blood Pressure for which I do take regular medication
I need Homeopathic Treatment For Alopecia Areata
Thanking you
Purnima Kaura
DEAR SIR.
I AM 24years old..i got a bald patch on the neck surface just below the chin..the beard has got Bald and it is very smooth in round surface..since 3months i tried applying onion juice also..but there was no change..and more over the area beside it also getting effected in the same way.. can you please suggest me any medicine to recover it?
Thank u sir
मैं 24 साल का हूँ..मुझे ठोड़ी के नीचे गर्दन की सतह पर एक गंजा पैच मिला है .. दाढ़ी को बाल्ड मिला है और यह गोल सतह में बहुत चिकनी है .. 3 महीने से मैंने प्याज के रस को भी लगाने की कोशिश की..लेकिन कोई नहीं था बदलें..और इसके बगल में क्षेत्र के ऊपर भी एक ही तरह से प्रभावित हो रहा है .. क्या आप कृपया इसे ठीक करने के लिए मुझे कोई दवा सुझा सकते हैं?
धन्यवाद श्रीमान
Dear sir I am a sanik my wife suffering from alopecia areata since 3 months ago and her hair loss 70 percent she need treatment PSE advise to homeopath treatment so bald patches be regrow shortly.
Dr. Sharks,
I have been diagnosed with alopecia areata since 2011. I initially lost all of my hair and then had full regrowth. I am on my 3rd flare up with the disease. Please let me know if you can make any recommendations for me.
Thanks,
Jackie
Hi
I have Alopecia Totalis progressing to the Universalis. What help or remedies can you provide me with to put this disease into remission?
Thanks
Patrick
Dear Dr sharma, I have been suffering from alopecia for years. I have tried minoxidil and laser comb treatment unsuccessful.. I am now wearing wigs. Can you please help me.
What is Fluoric Acid? Is it the same as Folic Acid?
sir
I am suffering from alopecia areata —
1) patches marks on head
2) patches marks on face
3) one patches marks on tastes
Sir, I have alopecia areata my hair has gon in patches,also eyebrows and mustache are 70 % affected , i am taking homeo treatment from local homeopath since last 1.5 years , also applying ayurvedic oil from dr. Rohit alopecia clinic. but no significant response has seen.
Hi
Rajesh Srivastav
Since you were following this dr.rohith shah treatment
Pls inform
This helped me curing baldness in patches in a young girl who is a good constitution
Dr Dr Sharma Sb I have bald patches in my scalp initiated in 2010 and stoped using helopathic medicines but did not regrowth .plz guide.
Dr Dr Sharma Sb I have bald patches in my scalp initiated in 2010 and stoped using helopathic medicines but did not regrowth .plz guide
Dear Dr. Sharma
my eleven year old grandaughter has alopetia areata and has lost around 50% of her hair….traditional treatment over the past two years has not really helped and we are considering homeopathy……any indications would be much appreciated.
Thanking you in advance and best regards
Beverly Grahame
Both of my sons 31 and 32 have severe hair loss. It is not patches but loss seen in most of the scalp. Lara started as male baldness then continued to spread and taken over large areas. For the older one 30% hair is lost, for the second one 90% is gone. I don’t know name for it. I hope you have cure
Hi Dr. Sharma,
My son is 5 years old and we noticed that his eyelashes have fallen off,we just applied castor oil hoping that will help.then his left eye brow starts thinning down. It’s been close to an year and we recently noticed that he has small bald patches on his scalp ..he has such long thick hair that we never noticed these patches before .I fear that he may become bald and that will really affect him .
Can you please advice .
Thanks
Dear Dr. Sharma,
I am writing from Germany, my wife (47Y) has alopecia areata about 11 years now. It starts over night and was a complete hair loss. The hair came back, but several hair loss parts left during the years.
We identified family and job stress factors. About 6 years we extremely reduced these factors. No working and the family stress also.
Now the symptoms are coming back again. The areas are “wandering” and becoming bigger.
She tried several natural products – pills, hair water etc. Now we are at the end….
Would you be so kind and recommend us some new ideas ….
Thank you very much for your kind help.
Martina & Raimund
Sir mere bal bilkul gir gae hn age s or patle ho gae hn skin nazar aati h m knsi medicine lu