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1. Analysis of acne from the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
According to TCM, acne is a comprehensive manifestation of multiple factors such as imbalance of Yin and Yang in the body, disharmony of Qi and blood, internal dampness and heat. This phenomenon is not only related to hormonal fluctuations during adolescence, but also to coordination disorders of internal organ functions and obstruction of meridians.
1.1 Imbalance of Yin and Yang:
The human body needs a balance of Yin and Yang to maintain normal physiological activities. When Yin and Yang are imbalanced, the body’s functions will be imbalanced, which can easily lead to poor Qi and blood, which will eventually be reflected on the facial skin and form acne.
1.2 Disharmony between Qi and blood:
TCM emphasizes that the smooth flow of Qi and blood is crucial to maintaining normal physiological functions. Disharmony between Qi and blood may lead to obstruction of facial meridians, affect the nutrient supply and metabolism of the skin, induce the occurrence of acne.
1.3 Dampness and heat accumulation:
Poor diet and living habits may cause dampness and heat to remain in the body. TCM believes that dampness and heat accumulation is one of the important causes of acne. Removing dampness and heat from the body can help improve skin conditions.
2. Clinical treatment experience of TCM
TCM treats acne by emphasizing overall conditioning, aiming to balance Yin and Yang, reconcile Qi and blood, remove dampness and heat, thereby restoring organ function and dredge meridians, thereby improving facial skin symptoms. Comprehensive therapy with TCM not only effectively relieve symptoms, but also fundamentally improve physical fitness and reduce the risk of recurrence.
2.1 Chinese medicine conditioning:
TCM treatment focuses on overall conditioning. Not only treats superficial symptoms, but also focuses on improving the balance of the body and repairing skin health inside out.
2.2 Acupuncture therapy:
Acupuncture can help the symptoms of acne by stimulating acupoints and adjusting the circulation of Qi and blood in the meridians to balance Yin and Yang, improving blood circulation and remove blood stasis.
2.3 Fire needle acupuncture therapy:
Fire needle acupuncture can clear away heat and detoxify through warm stimulation, relieve damp-heat symptoms, help improve local blood circulation, accelerate metabolism and have a certain effect on reducing acne redness, swelling and congestion.
2.4 Dietary conditioning:
Adjust the diet structure according to individual constitution, avoid spicy, high-sugar, fried and greasy foods, consume more foods rich in vitamins and minerals to help eliminate dampness and heat.
2.5 Emotional regulation:
TCM believes that emotions are closely related to the internal organs. It is recommended to maintain the balance of Yin and Yang in the body through moderate exercise, good daily habits, and emotional regulation.
3. The efficacy and prognosis of TCM in treating acne
3.1 Symptom relief:
TCM treatment focuses on regulating the balance of Yin and Yang in the body and the smooth flow of Qi and blood. Through TCM conditioning, acupuncture or other methods, the symptoms of acne, such as acne rash, redness and swelling can be significantly reduced.
3.2 Improve facial skin:
TCM treatment helps improve facial skin texture, regulate meridians, promote blood circulation, reduce inflammatory reactions and make the skin silky and smooth.
3.3 Physical adjustment:
TCM treatment not only focus on superficial symptoms, but also focus on adjusting the overall balance in the body. By regulating the Yin Yang, Qi and blood in the body, immunity can be improved, physical fitness can be improved, the occurrence of acne also can be reduced.
3.4 Individualized treatment:
TCM treatment emphasizes individual differences and formulates personalized treatment plans based on the patient’s physical constitution and differences in causes of disease to improve the pertinence and effectiveness of treatment.
3.5 Life guidance:
During the treatment process, TCM practitioners will also usually provide life guidance, including suggestions on reasonable eating habits, emotional regulation, good daily habits patterns, etc., which help to maintain good state after treatment.
3.6 Long-term efficacy:
The efficacy of TCM in treating acne is relatively long-lasting, especially with the active cooperation from patient and long-term conditioning. Not only relieve the current symptoms, but also prevent the recurrence of acne.
4. TCM treatment course reference for acne
4.1 Initial conditioning (2-4 weeks):
TCM treatment of acne usually starts with preliminary physical identification and symptom relief. Through TCM, acupuncture and other methods, we can remove dampness and heat, then reconcile Qi and blood to relieve inflammation and acne.
4.2 Further conditioning (1-2 months):
Based on the initial course of treatment, continue to deeply regulate the balance of Yin and Yang in the body, strengthen the coordination of Qi and blood, improving the skin’s resistance. The TCM prescription may be adjusted and the acupuncture treatment sessions may be increased to achieve a more comprehensive effect.
4.3 Consolidation and prevention (a few months to half a year):
On the basis of initial and further conditioning, focus on consolidating the treatment effect and making physical adjustments. Physicians may recommend gradually reducing the frequency of treatments, but ask patients to continue maintaining a healthy lifestyle to prevent recurrence of acne.
5. The unique advantages of TCM in treating acne
Acne is a common skin problem in teenagers. TCM treats acne with its unique concept and comprehensive therapy, showing the significant advantages of traditional therapy. TCM advocates holistic conditioning, focusing on treating both symptoms and root causes. Based on individual differences and through detailed physical identification, TCM formulates a unique treatment plan for each patient. By harmonizing Yin Yang, Qi and blood, it helps restore the body’s balance and achieves long-term treatment effect.
TCM comes from nature and is relatively mild and safe. As a unique therapy of TCM, acupuncture can adjust the flow of Qi and blood in the body by stimulating specific acupoints, which can help improve local blood circulation and reduce inflammatory reactions. The comprehensive use of TCM, acupuncture, fire needle acupuncture and other treatment methods can comprehensively improve the effect of treatment. It can not only relieve symptoms, but also prevent recurrence of acne and make the treatment more lasting. During the treatment period, TCM will also provide patients with comprehensive guidance on diet, mood, work and rest, etc, to develop good living habits and improve their overall immunity.
After reading this issue, I hope that readers will have a better understanding of the concepts and advantages of TCM in treating acne.
The content of the next issue will be about the myths and confusions faced by patients during the treatment of acne with TCM. Please stay tuned and see you in the next issue.
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