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Efficacy of Korean Red Ginseng in the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis

  • Lee, Kyung-Goo (Department of Dermatology, Korea University College of Medicine) ;
  • Son, Sang-Wook (Department of Dermatology, Korea University College of Medicine)
  • Received : 2010.10.21
  • Accepted : 2011.03.31
  • Published : 2011.06.29
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Abstract

In order to determine the efficacy of functional foods, objective measurement of the severity of atopic dermatitis (AD) after taking foods is important. The aim of this study was to conduct an objective evaluation of whether Korean red ginseng (KRG) might be helpful for improvement of skin condition and serum IgE in patients with AD. Thirty atopic patients (18 females and 12 males) participated in this study. Patients took KRG for 16 weeks. Bioengineering methods, including the corneometer and evaporimeter, were used at the start of the study and after 8 weeks and 16 weeks. In addition, we assessed serum IgE levels and the severity scoring of the atopic dermatitis (SCORAD) index. Transepidermal water loss and skin hydration showed significant improvement after 16 weeks. A significant decrease in the SCORAD index, as well as in serum IgE level, was observed after 16 weeks. Our results demonstrated that KRG may be helpful as a functional food for patients with AD.

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