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Acute Congestive Glaucomaaccording to TCM

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Symptom families: Eye Disorders and Symptoms, Glaucoma Disorders

Parent symptom: Glaucoma

What is Acute Congestive Glaucoma?

Acute congestive glaucoma, also known as closed-angle or narrow-angle glaucoma, is a severe form of glaucoma characterized by a rapid increase in eye pressure. This condition often presents suddenly, with symptoms including intense eye pain, blurred vision, halos around lights, redness, and nausea.

It is caused by a blockage of the drainage canals in the eye, leading to a swift rise in intraocular pressure. Acute congestive glaucoma is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment to prevent irreversible damage to the optic nerve and vision loss.

How does TCM view Acute Congestive Glaucoma?

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches acute congestive glaucoma differently than Western medicine. In TCM, this condition is seen as a manifestation of underlying disharmonies in the body's Qi (vital energy), Blood, and fluid circulation.

The focus is on identifying and correcting these imbalances, which are believed to contribute to the development of the condition. TCM views acute congestive glaucoma as a part of the body's systemic disharmony, emphasizing a holistic approach to treatment.

Causes of Acute Congestive Glaucoma According to TCM

In TCM, the causes of acute congestive glaucoma are linked to specific patterns of disharmony. One such pattern involves Stomach Yang Deficiency and Cold invading the Stomach, which can lead to a disruption in the flow of Qi and Blood, contributing to the development of glaucoma.

This disharmony can result in symptoms like eye pain and blurred vision. Understanding these underlying patterns is essential in TCM for formulating an effective treatment plan that addresses both the symptoms and the root cause of the condition.

TCM Herbal Formulas for Acute Congestive Glaucoma

To treat acute congestive glaucoma, TCM relies on specific formulas and herbs based on the patient's pattern of disharmony. For patterns like Stomach Yang Deficiency and Cold invading the Stomach, Wu Zhu Yu Tang, featuring Evodia Fruits (Wu Zhu Yu), is commonly used.

This formula works to warm the middle, dispel cold, and restore the proper flow of Qi and blood, thereby addressing the underlying causes of glaucoma. The choice of such formulas is guided by a thorough TCM diagnosis, ensuring a personalized and holistic approach to treatment.

See more details below about Wu Zhu Yu Tang, a herbal formula used to address acute congestive glaucoma.

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  • Formulas that warm the middle and dispel cold

Formulas that warm the middle and dispel Cold

Acute congestive glaucoma can be treated by these formulas when it is due to cold in the middle jiao (digestive region), necessitating warming and cold-dispelling actions.

One such formula is Wu Zhu Yu Tang, with evodia fruit as a key herb.

TCM Herbs for Acute Congestive Glaucoma

See more details below about Evodia Fruits (Wu Zhu Yu), a herb used to address acute congestive glaucoma.

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  • Herbs that warm the interior and/or expel cold

Herbs that warm the Interior and/or expel Cold

Acute congestive glaucoma can be treated by these herbs if it is due to internal coldness or deficient Yang energy, working to warm the body and dispel cold.

One such herb is Evodia Fruits (Wu Zhu Yu), a key herb in some formulas recommended for acute congestive glaucoma, like Wu Zhu Yu Tang.