Acute Leukemia in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different acute leukemia patterns according to TCM theory
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Acute leukemia is a type of cancer that rapidly affects the blood and bone marrow, the spongy tissue inside bones where blood cells are produced. It is characterized by the swift accumulation of immature white blood cells, which are not fully developed and do not function properly. This rapid proliferation can crowd out normal cells, leading to a decrease in healthy blood cells and an increased risk of infections, anemia, and bleeding. Acute leukemia demands urgent medical attention due to its fast progression and the severe impact it can have on the body.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches acute leukemia from a holistic perspective, viewing it as a manifestation of deep imbalances within the body's vital energy, or Qi, and the Blood. Unlike Western medicine, which focuses on the leukemia cells themselves, TCM seeks to understand the underlying disharmonies that lead to the disease's onset.
It emphasizes that symptoms arise from various patterns of imbalance, making it crucial to identify these patterns through careful diagnosis. This approach allows for treatments that aim to restore balance and harmony to the body, supporting overall well-being and resilience.
TCM Patterns for Acute Leukemia
Each pattern represents a distinct underlying imbalance that can cause acute leukemia
Heat in the Blood
Diagnostic signs
Rapid (Shu)
Red tongue
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