Breast eczema according to Chinese Medicine

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Related conditions: Breast ulcers Nipple fissure

What is breast eczema?

Eczema (an inflammatory reaction pattern in the skin) characterized by itchiness and dry, cracked, or scaly skin under or between your breasts, on and around your nipple, and elsewhere on the breasts.

What causes breast eczema according to TCM?

There are 2 patterns of disharmony in our database that are associated with breast eczema. TCM sees our body (and mind) as a holistic system in which health issues stem from imbalances, known as "patterns of disharmony". These patterns can manifest in a wide range of symptoms and illnesses, such as breast eczema here.

For more details on the underlying causes and patterns behind breast eczema, refer to this comprehensive page on the subject.

Herbal formulas used in TCM for breast eczema

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Individual herbs used in TCM for breast eczema

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Acupuncture and acupressure points for breast eczema

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TCM dietary and lifestyle recommendations that might help with breast eczema

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