Vaginitis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different vaginitis patterns according to TCM theory
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Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina that can result in discomfort, discharge, and intense itchiness. This condition may stem from various causes, including infections, changes in the vaginal microbiome, or irritants. Bacterial vaginosis is a common form, characterized by a disruption in the natural balance of bacteria within the vagina. The symptoms of vaginitis can significantly impact a person's quality of life, making diagnosis and treatment essential.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, vaginitis is viewed through a lens of holistic imbalance rather than a singular disease entity. TCM posits that symptoms like those seen in vaginitis arise from underlying patterns of disharmony within the body.
It emphasizes the importance of identifying and correcting these patterns to alleviate symptoms. Unlike Western medicine, which often focuses on direct causative agents, TCM seeks to understand the broader systemic imbalances leading to vaginitis.
TCM Patterns for Vaginitis
Each pattern represents a distinct underlying imbalance that can cause vaginitis
Damp-Heat in the Liver Channel
Diagnostic signs
Slippery (Hua), Wiry (Xian)
Accompanying symptoms you may experience
Recommended herbal formulas
Spleen Deficiency with Dampness
Accompanying symptoms you may experience
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Spleen Deficiency with Dampness
Accompanying symptoms you may experience
Recommended herbal formulas
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
Diagnostic signs
Empty (Xu), Floating (Fu)
Normal-coloured without coating or with rootless coating
Accompanying symptoms you may experience
Recommended herbal formulas
Diagnostic signs
Slippery (Hua), Wiry (Xian)
Accompanying symptoms you may experience
Recommended herbal formulas
Herbal Formulas for Vaginitis
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address vaginitis