Chinese Herbal and Acupuncture Treatment Protocols for Alopecia - Formulas, Protocols, TCM Diagnoses

Clinical Information For the Treatment Of Alopecia

What Is Alopecia?

Alopecia - Basics

Alopecia is a condition that causes hair loss. Although the causes are unknown, it is thought to be an auto-immune condition. This occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys healthy body tissue.

Below you will find alternative and natural treatment options including those from a Chinese Medicine perspective for Alopecia.

What Patterns Are Related To Alopecia?

Alopecia - Diagnostic Patterns

The Chinese Medicine treatment of alopecia generally involves arriving at the appropriate TCM diagnosis or pattern. This pattern within the individual is what treatment is based on not the general condition (see treating the cause and not the symptoms).

The following patterns may represent the underlying contributing factors for the development of alopecia:

Kidney Jing Deficiency Liver Blood Deficiency