Vulvar Eczema in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding different vulvar eczema patterns according to TCM theory

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Condition Categories

Gynecological Conditions Eczema, Dermatitis and Itchy Conditions of the Skin
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TCM Patterns
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Formulas
Overview
What causes it 2 TCM patterns documented
How to recognize Symptoms specific to each vulvar eczema pattern
Classical remedies 2 herbal formulas documented

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches vulvar eczema as a reflection of internal imbalances rather than merely a skin disorder. TCM posits that such symptoms are outward signs of deeper disharmony within the body's energy systems.

It is seen as a manifestation of imbalances in Qi (energy), Blood, Yin and Yang, and the harmony of internal organs. TCM emphasizes the importance of identifying the underlying pattern of disharmony to effectively treat vulvar eczema, focusing on holistic healing rather than just symptom relief.

TCM Patterns for Vulvar Eczema

Dampness

Causes: Vulvar eczema

1 variation documented
Damp-Heat in the Liver
How it presents with vulvar eczema

Vulvar eczema

Along with: Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Abdominal fullness, Lower abdominal fullness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Sticky taste in the mouth, Loss of appetite,

Heat

Causes: Vulvar eczema

1 variation documented
Damp-Heat in the Liver
How it presents with vulvar eczema

Vulvar eczema

Along with: Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Abdominal fullness, Lower abdominal fullness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Sticky taste in the mouth, Loss of appetite,

Herbal Formulas for Vulvar Eczema

Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address vulvar eczema

Long Dan Xie Gan Tang

Addresses these vulvar eczema patterns:

Dampness Heat

Yin Chen Hao Tang

Addresses these vulvar eczema patterns:

Dampness Heat