TCM Treatment for
Eczema
Article contributed by:
Senior Physician Xu Xiao
Zhen
Ma Kuang Healthcare
Group
TCM theory suggests that
eczema is merely
manifestation of a
weakened immune system
under attack by
exogenous pathogens.
The individual is
typically warm and
inflamed.
Clinically, treatment
utilizes both oral and
topical administration
of herbal medicine.
During the acute phase,
pathogens typically
affect the digestive
system, but manifest
through dermatitis.
Swelling and fatigue are
common. Herbs that
reduce inflammation and
mucus are prescribed to
mobilize Qi and improve
circulation. The
sub-acute phase presents
as immunodeficiency with
little inflammation.
Chronic eczema often
results in dry, scaly
and itchy skin due to
“blood insufficiency”.
Prescription SiWu
Soup (四物汤) is good for hemogenesis and skin
nourishment. In
addition, XiaoFeng San
(消风散) can be added for
those who suffer from
severe itching.
Generally, those with
eczema are advised to
avoid certain foods,
although this depends on
the individuals.
Typically, spicy foods,
chicken, duck, beef,
lamb, shrimp and crab
should be avoided.
SiShen Soup (四神汤) is a
culinary prescription
with pearl barley, poria
and yam. It is
good for repairing the
digestive system and
improving immunity.
Warm mung bean and pearl
barley soup is great for
the summer. Red
bean and pearl barley
soup is great during the
cooler months.
Article contributed by:
Senior Physician Xu Xiao
Zhen
Ma Kuang Healthcare
Group
Dated: December 2014
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Traditional
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