Where to apply moxibustion for neurodermatitis?

Written by Xie Ming Feng
Dermatology
Updated on September 15, 2024
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Neurodermatitis, also known as chronic simple lichen, is a common chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by episodic intense itching and lichenoid skin changes due to a neuro-functional disorder. Clinically, it is divided into localized and disseminated types, presenting chronic relapses and prone to recurring, prolonging healing. Clinically, patients often seek help from traditional Chinese medicine after ineffective treatments with Western medicine and drugs. In addition to oral Chinese medicine and topical herbal ointments, acupuncture is also used in treatment. Common acupuncture points used include Quchi, Zusanli, Fengchi, Fengmen, Feishu, and Baichongwo, among others. Additional points may be selected based on the patient's specific symptoms. Various moxibustion techniques can be employed such as mild moxibustion, garlic-separated moxibustion, and ginger-separated moxibustion.

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The difference between neurodermatitis and tinea

Neurodermatitis and tinea are very different diseases; they are two completely distinct conditions. Tinea is caused by a fungal infection, whereas neurodermatitis is a neurological disorder and has no connection to fungal infections. Additionally, the clinical manifestations of these two diseases are also different. Neurodermatitis often occurs on the neck, elbows, face, and other areas, presenting as lichenoid changes and generally does not have obvious papules, whereas tinea typically shows clear papules.

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How to completely cure neurodermatitis?

Most cases of neurodermatitis cannot be completely cured, especially those with severe symptoms and thick localized skin lesions, and can only be managed by treatment to improve symptoms. Only some cases of neurodermatitis, where the lesions have just appeared and are relatively thin, can potentially be cured with medication. For mild localized symptoms, it is possible to use compound flumethasone ointment or urea ointment. If the symptoms are severe and the skin lesions are thick, it is advisable to seek treatment at a dermatology department of a regular hospital using cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen. Additionally, taking some traditional Chinese medicines that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis orally, and applying potent steroids locally can also help improve symptoms. However, once the treatment stops, the condition may relapse. Therefore, it is crucial to treat neurodermatitis promptly upon detection and not wait until the condition worsens. (Use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can neurodermatitis heal by itself?

The main characteristic of neurodermatitis is that the skin shows lichenoid changes and paroxysmal intense itching. During the course of the disease, it is easy to form a vicious cycle of itching, scratching, more itching, and more scratching, which further develops the disease. Therefore, neurodermatitis generally has a chronic course, is perennially incurable, or recurs frequently, and its chances of cure are extremely low.

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Symptoms of scrotal neurodermatitis

Neurodermatitis is a common chronic inflammatory disease characterized by episodic severe itching and lichenoid skin changes, frequently seen in young and middle-aged adults. It often occurs in areas such as the neck, lateral sides of both elbows, sacral region, thighs, perineum, and around the anus. When it affects the scrotal area, its base layer can appear as pinpoint or rice-grain-sized polygonal flat papules, in light red, light brown, or normal skin color, generally firm and shiny. The surface may have small amounts of scale. Due to repeated scratching and rubbing, the lesions can gradually merge into large patches, and the local skin becomes thickened and rough, forming lichenoid changes accompanied by severe itching.

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Can people with neurodermatitis eat eggs?

Neurodermatitis, also known as chronic simple lichen, is a common chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by episodic intense itching and lichenified skin. The causes of this disorder may be related to various internal and external factors, including neuropsychiatric factors, endocrine disturbances, gastrointestinal dysfunction, diet, and local skin irritants. If you are not allergic to eggs, you can generally eat eggs with neurodermatitis. However, you should consume less alcohol and avoid spicy, hot foods, and foods that may trigger allergic reactions such as shrimp, crab, and other seafood.