Traditional Chinese Medicine: Attention to Urticaria Treatment

Nettle rash is a common skin disease, and traditional Chinese medicine offers various treatment methods. Here are several Chinese medicine prescriptions for different symptoms: 1. For red wind patches aggravated by heat, a formulation composed of Fang Feng, Jing Jie, Chan Tui, Di Fu Zi, Chi Shao, Sheng Di, Huang Qin, Ku Shen, Bai Mao Gen, Niubangzi, Sheng Shi Gao, and Sheng Gan Cao can be used, take one dose daily, divided into two doses. 2. For white wind patches worsened by cold, a formulation of Ma Huang, Chen Pi, Gui Zhi, Can Sha, Bai Shao, Ze Lan, Bai Xian Pi, Di Fu Zi, Huang Qi can be used, take one dose daily, divided into two doses. 3. If accompanied by abdominal pain and diarrhea, it is recommended to use Bo He, Sheng Da Huang, Fang Feng, Jing Jie, Chan Tui, Huang Qin, Hou Po, Zhi Ke, Dang Gui, Yin Chen, Jiu Xiang Chong, Sheng Shi Gao, and Sheng Gan Cao combination, one dose daily, divided into two doses. 4. For recurrent and blood deficiency-induced nettle rash, a prescription consisting of Dang Gui, Bai Shao, Bai Zhu, Fang Feng, Bai Xian Pi, Jiang Can, Shan Yu Rou, Ci Ji Li, Wu Shao She, Duan Long Gu, Duan Mu Li, Huang Qi, and Dang Shen can be used, take daily, divided into two doses. When treating nettle rash, the following should also be noted: – Avoid scratching when itchy to prevent aggravating symptoms. – Avoid using hot compresses to avoid stimulating more allergens. – Pay attention to healthy eating, avoid artificial additives, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, reduce fried and spicy food intake, choose alkaline foods, avoid pickled and fermented foods. – Maintain a good lifestyle, arrange rest reasonably, exercise moderately, and reduce stress. Categories to avoid in diet include: – Poultry and livestock, such as roosters, pig’s head meat, etc. – Seafood, such as fish, shrimp, crabs, etc., which can easily trigger allergic reactions. – Some vegetables and fruits, such as Chinese toon, eggplant, peaches, etc. – Spicy foods and alcoholic beverages. Treatment for nettle rash needs to be tailored to specific causes; corticosteroids can be used for drug-induced rashes, antibiotics for infections, and antihistamines for food allergies. Correct diagnosis and personalized treatment are essential. In daily life, avoid triggers, seek medical attention promptly when necessary, follow medical advice for treatment, as it is crucial in managing nettle rash.