The treatment of soft chancre combines internal and external methods, aiming to quickly control the condition and promote recovery. The focus of external treatment is on clearing heat and detoxification, usually starting with washing the affected area with Chinese medicines containing these effects, followed by applying powdered Chinese medicines.
For different symptoms, internal medicine prescriptions vary:
1. When patients experience damp-heat infection, accompanied by swelling, pain, itching in the external genitalia, rapid formation of pus, and possible systemic discomfort such as fever, dry mouth, etc., treatment should focus on clearing heat, detoxification, and removing dampness. Recommended prescriptions include honeysuckle, forsythia, and other herbal medicines, which help regulate the body’s internal environment and alleviate symptoms.
2. If the disease progresses to the ulcer stage, accompanied by pus, odor, and painful swollen lymph nodes, the treatment principle shifts to clearing heat, detoxification, and dampness elimination. Medicinal formulations such as Poria cocos, gardenia fruit are added to enhance detoxification and suppress inflammation effects.
For external use, several formulations that directly act on the affected area are provided:
– A mixture of alum and ercha powder can be directly sprinkled on the ulcer surface to take advantage of its astringent and antibacterial properties. – Qingdai powder, a blend of various finely ground ingredients mixed with sesame oil for topical application, helps alleviate local inflammation. – External washing involves decoctions of herbal plants such as honeysuckle and diyu for cleaning and anti-inflammatory effects.
These comprehensive treatment methods, addressing both internal and external aspects, aim to effectively deal with soft chancre and promote early recovery for patients.
