Urticaria in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different urticaria patterns according to TCM theory
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Urticaria, commonly known as hives, is a skin condition characterized by red, itchy, raised welts that appear on the surface of the skin. These welts can vary in size and shape and can occur anywhere on the body. Urticaria can be triggered by various factors, including allergic reactions, stress, infections, or even exposure to cold or heat. Chronic urticaria, a form where symptoms persist for more than six weeks, poses a significant challenge to patients' quality of life, often requiring a deeper investigation into underlying causes.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views urticaria as a result of external pathogenic factors invading the body, leading to an imbalance between the body's defensive energy (Wei Qi) and the pathogenic factor. TCM categorizes urticaria based on underlying patterns of disharmony, such as Wind-Heat, or Blood Deficiency, each presenting with distinct symptoms.
Identifying the correct pattern is crucial in TCM, as it guides the treatment strategy to not only alleviate the symptoms but also address the root cause of the imbalance, aiming for long-term relief and balance restoration.
TCM Patterns for Urticaria
Blood Deficiency
Causes: Urticaria
Wind
Causes: Urticaria
Herbal Formulas for Urticaria
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address urticaria