Skin diseases can cause uncomfortable symptoms such as redness, swelling, burning, and itching. Many skin problems can affect your appearance. Most skin conditions can be treated with oral, topical, subcutaneous, or laser treatments. It is recommended to treat or manage the condition before it worsens. Below are the two most common skin diseases treated with Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).
Eczema
Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is the most common skin disease and can affect people of all ages. Signs and symptoms of eczema include dryness, itching, and scaly red patches. In severe cases, the symptoms can become painful, leading to blistering and thickening of the skin. Eczema often recurs and may result in scarring.
TCM Treatment for Eczema
The core principle of TCM treatment for eczema is “syndrome differentiation and treatment,” which means determining the treatment plan based on the patient’s specific symptoms, constitution, and the stage of the disease. TCM treatment generally involves two steps. The first step is to stop the rash and relieve itching, primarily by removing damp-heat toxins from the body, which significantly improves the rash symptoms. The second step is to strengthen the spleen and stomach, boosting the body’s vitality and adjusting the immune system to achieve a complete cure.
In TCM, common types of eczema include damp-heat, blood-heat, and wind-dryness, with different treatment methods for each type.
- Acupuncture:
As a traditional TCM treatment, acupuncture regulates the flow of qi and blood, balances yin and yang, and reduces inflammation. Acupuncture treatments include traditional acupuncture, electroacupuncture, and auricular acupuncture. Specific acupuncture points are chosen based on the type and symptoms of eczema.
- Herbal Medicine:
In addition to internal medicine, TCM for eczema often uses topical medications such as herbal ointments, soaking agents, and dressings that are applied directly to the affected skin.
Case Study
This female patient has a family history of eczema, as her father suffered from psoriasis. She has experienced skin issues since childhood. After contracting COVID-19 last year, her body became weak, and prolonged use of Western medicine further weakened her immune system. Two weeks ago, after using dishwashing detergent, she developed a severe allergic reaction on her hands, leading to severe hand eczema (hand dermatitis).
TCM treatment involved acupuncture to unblock the meridians and open detoxification pathways, combined with oral herbal medicine for detoxification and external use of eczema patches and ointments. The rash symptoms quickly subsided, and the itching stopped immediately. After two acupuncture treatments over two weeks, along with daily oral and topical herbal medicine, the patient achieved satisfactory results (see the before-and-after comparison of hand dermatitis treatment).
Psoriasis
Psoriasis generally refers to the common form of the disease, known as plaque psoriasis. Plaque psoriasis is the most common type of psoriasis and is a chronic, immune-related inflammatory skin disease that recurs frequently.
TCM Treatment for Psoriasis
Psoriasis is typically treated with syndrome differentiation through internal herbal medicine, combined with external washing, ointments, acupuncture, bloodletting, and cupping, yielding good results.
- Internal Treatment:
Customized treatment based on constitution, disease severity, triggers, and seasons. - External Treatment:
Full or partial body soaking, with the application of proprietary ointments like Pu Lian ointment, Ku Shen ointment, and Qu Yin soft ointment. - Non-medication Therapy:
Acupuncture, blood-letting, cupping, etc.
Tips for Choosing a TCM Clinic in Dubai
If you have a skin issues and want to relieve uncomfortable symptoms, seek advice from a professional in natural skin therapy. When selecting a TCM clinic in Dubai, pay attention to the following:
- Certification
Ensure the clinic has experienced TCM doctors certified by the Dubai Ministry of Health and accreditation boards.
- Services
Choose a TCM clinic that offers high-quality skin treatment and care services.
- Trustness
Choose a reputable local TCM healthcare provider.
At Shanghai Medical Clinic, our well-trained, experienced, and licensed team can help you find relief and treatment for skin issues.
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