International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences

Alopecia areata is common scalp complaint, seen in any age group. It is an auto immune disorder effecting the hair follicles, causing loss of hair in patches. It constitutes a life time risk of approximately 2%. Alopecia areata does not carry significant sex or ethnic predominance. Peak incidence occurs in the second and third decades and most patients experience onset before the fourth decade. Homoeopathy is 2^nd most widely used therapy all over world and is cost effective method of treatment. This article is about a short review on “Vinca Minor” and its utility in scalp complaints with an evidence based case report of Alopecia Areata, which was treated successfully with Homoeopathy.