Buerger's Disease in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different buerger's disease patterns according to TCM theory
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Buerger's Disease, medically known as thromboangiitis obliterans, is a rare disease of the arteries and veins in the arms and legs. The blood vessels become inflamed, swell, and can become blocked with blood clots (thrombi). This eventually damages or destroys skin tissues and may lead to infection and gangrene. Buerger's Disease typically affects men aged 20 to 40 years, especially those who are heavy smokers. Symptoms include pain in the limbs, claudication, and severe pain in the extremities that may lead to ulcers or gangrene in advanced stages.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Buerger's Disease is viewed as a condition primarily caused by the Stagnation of Blood and Qi, typically due to exposure to Cold and Dampness which constricts the body's energetic pathways. TCM theory posits that chronic exposure to harmful elements like Cold can lead to a deep-seated imbalance in the body's natural flow, manifesting physically as vascular inflammation and clots.
Effective treatment, according to TCM, involves identifying and correcting the specific disharmony affecting Qi and Blood flow, with an emphasis on invigorating and warming the channels to restore healthy circulation.
Herbal Formulas for Buerger's Disease
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address buerger's disease