Meniere's Disease in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different meniere's disease patterns according to TCM theory
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Meniere's Disease, characterized by episodes of vertigo, tinnitus, fluctuating hearing loss, and aural fullness, is thought to result from a fluid imbalance in the inner ear or endolymphatic hydrops. This disorder typically affects one ear and can cause unpredictable attacks of dizziness, with a sensation that the world is spinning. The exact cause remains unknown, but it's believed to involve both genetic and environmental factors, including viral infections, autoimmune reactions, and allergies.
From the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Meniere's Disease is seen as a disruption in the body's natural balance of Yin and Yang, with particular emphasis on the Kidney and Spleen Channels.
TCM theory suggests that the disease arises from internal disharmony and the Stagnation of Qi, the vital life force. Treatment aims to rectify these imbalances by harmonizing the flow of Qi, dispelling pathogenic factors, and nourishing the body's vital substances.
Herbal Formulas for Meniere's Disease
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address meniere's disease