Vulvar Itching in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different vulvar itching patterns according to TCM theory
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Vulvar itching is a discomforting and often persistent itchiness of the vulva, the external female genital area. This symptom can be a sign of various underlying conditions, ranging from skin irritations to infections. It's a common complaint among women of all ages, significantly impacting their comfort and quality of life. Addressing vulvar itching requires understanding its cause, as treatments vary widely depending on the underlying issue.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) interprets vulvar itching through the lens of internal disharmony within the body's systems. According to TCM, such symptoms arise when there's an imbalance in Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang, or an accumulation of pathogenic factors like Dampness and Heat.
TCM emphasizes the importance of identifying the specific pattern of disharmony causing the itching, as treatments are tailored to correct these imbalances, aiming to provide relief by restoring the body's natural equilibrium.
TCM Patterns for Vulvar Itching
Each pattern represents a distinct underlying imbalance that can cause vulvar itching
Damp-Heat in the Liver Channel
Diagnostic signs
Slippery (Hua), Wiry (Xian)
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Spleen Deficiency with Dampness
Accompanying symptoms you may experience
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Spleen Deficiency with Dampness
Accompanying symptoms you may experience
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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 Vulvar Itching
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address vulvar itching