Cellulitis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different cellulitis patterns according to TCM theory
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Cellulitis is a common, yet potentially serious bacterial skin infection. The affected skin appears swollen, red, and is typically painful to touch, often accompanied by warmth. This condition can spread rapidly through the body's lymphatic system and bloodstream if left untreated. It primarily affects the skin's surface but can also penetrate deeper layers, leading to widespread inflammation and, in severe cases, systemic infections.
In contrast to Western medicine, which focuses on the bacterial aspect of cellulitis, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) interprets cellulitis through the lens of energy flow, or Qi, and the balance of elemental forces within the body. TCM suggests that cellulitis results from an imbalance or disharmony within the body's internal landscape, viewing it not just as an infection but as a manifestation of underlying imbalances. Identifying and treating the specific pattern of disharmony is essential in TCM, as it is believed that the same outward symptoms can arise from different internal conditions.
Herbal Formulas for Cellulitis
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address cellulitis