Ringworm according to Chinese Medicine
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The five Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat ringworm
Why might Sophora Root (Ku Shen) help with ringworm?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat ringworm as can be seen on Sophora Root's page.
Sophora Roots is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Bladder, the Heart, the Large intestine, the Liver and the Stomach.
Its main actions are: Expels Damp-Heat. Scatters Wind and relieves itching.Promotes urination and expels Heat. Kills parasites. Applied externally for Damp-Heat.
Why might Dittany Root Bark (Bai Xian Pi) help with ringworm?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat ringworm as can be seen on Dittany Root Bark's page.
Dittany Root Bark is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Bladder, the Spleen and the Stomach.
Its main actions are: Expels Heat and toxicity especially when associated with Dampness. Expels Wind and Dampness.
Why might Genkwa Flower (Yan Hua) help with ringworm?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat ringworm as can be seen on Genkwa Flower's page.
Genkwa Flowers is a Warm herb that tastes Bitter and Pungent. It targets the Kidney, the Large intestine and the Lung.
Its main actions are: Relieves chronic congestion of Fluids in the chest and stops cough. Drains congested Fluids through the urine and the stool. Expels parasites.
Why might Honeycomb (Feng Fang) help with ringworm?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat ringworm as can be seen on Honeycomb's page.
Honeycomb is a Neutral herb that tastes Sweet. It targets the Stomach.
Its main actions are: Dispels Wind and counteract toxin. Kills parasites and relieves pain.
Why might Aloe Vera (Lu Hui) help with ringworm?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat ringworm as can be seen on Aloe Vera's page.
Aloe Vera is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Large intestine and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Clears Heat. Cools the Liver and clears Heat in the Liver. Eases constipation and kills parasites.
Other symptoms often associated with ringworm
Scabies Sores Constipation Intestinal parasites Rashes Carbuncles Eczema Jaundice Oliguria Impaired vision