Neural Deafness in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different neural deafness patterns according to TCM theory
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Neural deafness, also known as sensorineural hearing loss, is a type of hearing impairment that stems from malfunctioning of the auditory nerve or the inner ear, often leading to a significant reduction in sound quality and understanding.
Unlike other forms of hearing loss, it involves the neural pathways that channel sound from the ear to the brain. It can result from various causes, including prolonged exposure to loud noise, aging, head trauma, and certain viral infections, and is characterized by difficulty in understanding speech, especially in noisy environments.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perceives neural deafness through a unique lens. It suggests that hearing impairment is often a manifestation of deeper imbalances within the body's vital energies or Qi. According to TCM, the ears are closely associated with the Kidney Channel, and therefore, hearing issues often point to an underlying Kidney Deficiency.
TCM doesn't just focus on the symptoms but seeks to understand and address the root causes of the disharmony, which could be a Deficiency or Stagnation of Qi, Blood, Yin, or Yang within the body.
Herbal Formulas for Neural Deafness
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address neural deafness