Can ginger treat hair loss?

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on November 09, 2024
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Ginger has the effect of stimulating hair follicles on the scalp and helping hair growth. It can treat some mild cases of hair loss, such as newly appearing alopecia areata or early seborrheic alopecia caused by excessive secretion of scalp sebaceous glands. However, for more severe cases of hair loss, ginger is not very effective. For example, when the area affected by alopecia areata is particularly large and progresses to the point where eyebrows or armpit hair also begins to fall out, ginger is ineffective. Similarly, if seborrheic hair loss develops to the extent of baldness, ginger is not very effective. Under such circumstances, it is necessary to visit a dermatology department at a regular hospital and follow a treatment plan tailored to the specific symptoms using the appropriate medications. After experiencing hair loss, it is important to maintain a balanced diet and lifestyle habits, strengthen physical exercise, and enhance immunity.

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