Effect of Korean Medicine Combination Therapy for Acne Patients: A Systematic Review
Journal · Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (2022)
Original authors · Park HJ, Choi KE, et al.
DOI · 10.1089/acm.2022.0234
Summary
Twenty-five studies on Korean medicine treatment (herbal medicine, acupuncture, pharmacopuncture, topical preparations) for acne were systematically reviewed. Most studies reported lesion count reduction and GAGS score improvement.
Key figures
Included studies
25 studies
Positive results
20 studies
Evidence level
Moderate
Conclusion
Korean medicine is an effective complementary treatment for acne management, with particularly promising results from combined acupuncture and herbal medicine.
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Findings were observed under specific study conditions and results may differ by individual. This does not replace medical consultation.