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- NOVEMBER 22, 2023
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Fungal Acne and Common Acne 真菌粉刺与寻常痤疮
Symptoms of fungal acne include a sudden breakout of small pimples resembling a rash, often forming in clusters with a distinctive red border or ring around each pimple. The affected skin may feel burning, itching, or pain. While these blemishes can appear anywhere on the body, they are most common on the chin, chest, forehead, neck, upper arms, shoulders, and upper back. Understanding the nuances of fungal acne, its triggers, and symptoms is crucial for accurate identification and effective management of this specific skin condition.
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- NOVEMBER 10, 2023
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Management of Prurigo Nodularis with Traditional Herbal Medicine 结节性痒疹的中药治疗
In the tapestry of a 55-year-old gentleman’s life, an unrelenting itch wove its presence, originating as nodules on his arms and legs. Initially diagnosed as eczema, conventional treatments, including medicinal creams and oral tablets, offered fleeting relief. To his dismay, the persistent itch endured, and the rashes resurfaced with a vengeance, leading to a course of antihistamines and prednisolone. Multiple visits to various doctors and dermatologists finally unveiled the true culprit through a skin biopsy – Prurigo Nodularis.
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- OCTOBER 21, 2023
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Management of Chronic Eczema with Traditional Chinese Medicine TCM 慢性湿疹的中医治疗
widespread eczematous papules and plaques presented on his face, arm and trunk, accompanied by scaly patches and lichenified plaques on his feet and ankles. Despite having no atopic family history or existing illnesses, his eczema had progressively worsened over the years.
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- OCTOBER 18, 2023
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The Primary Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment for Vitiligo 白癜风的中药疗法
A 31-year-old female presented with well-defined white macules on her face. The memory of her cheek losing its color a year ago haunted her.
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- OCTOBER 3, 2023
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Case report of exacerbation of pre-existing Seborrheic Dermatitis following COVID-19 vaccines 一例先前存在的脂溢性皮炎接种疫苗后病情加重
Multiple common cutaneous reactions, eczeam, psoriasis, lichen planus, pityriasis rubra pilaris, urticaria have been attributed to vaccinations, including the messenger RNA COVID-19 vaccine (Moderna and Pfizer). A Case report of exacerbation of pre-existing Seborrheic Dermatitis following COVID-19 vaccines is presented.
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- SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
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IgA Vasculitis (Henoch-Schönlein purpura) in the Elderly 老年过敏性紫癜一例
The patient was prescribed a meticulously tailored herbal medicinal formula designed to address her distinctive clinical presentation. Over a span of four months, the cutaneous lesions exhibited gradual regression, with complete resolution achieved by the fourteenth month, additionally her abdominal pain is gone.
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- SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
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Pompholyx (dyshidrosis) Eczema 汗疱疹
A 35-year-old woman came forward with a serious case of hand eczema, which she reported had begun approximately one year ago. She described experiencing intense itching and occasional burning sensations.
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- SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
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Angular Cheilitis and Eczema-like Hand Lesions in a 35-Year-Old Woman 口角唇炎与湿疹
A Case of Persistent Cheilitis and Eczema-like Hand Lesions in a 35-Year-Old Woman: Successful Treatment with Customized Herbal Medicinal Formula
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- AUGUST 24, 2023
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A Case of Recalcitrant Acute Eczematous Dermatitis Resolving with Customized Herbal Medicinal Formula 对抗生素和激素治疗无效的急性湿疹一例
The patient was subsequently treated with a customized herbal medicinal formula, leading to a remarkable improvement in her condition.
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- AUGUST 4, 2023
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Steroid-Induced Rosacealike Dermatitis (SIRD) 类固醇诱导的酒渣鼻样面部皮炎
A 25-year-old woman who found herself in great agony due to a sudden and severe facial eruption. The rashes covered her face, causing her distress and discomfort.
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- JULY 12, 2023
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Two Cases Report of Children IgA Vasculitis (Henoch-Schönlein purpura) HSP 儿童过敏性紫癜二例
A 12-year-old girl developed bleeding spots and a red rash on her lower limbs with mild itching after catching a cold and running a fever one month ago. The local hospital diagnosed her with Henoch-Schönlein purpura and admitted her for treatment.
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- JULY 8, 2023
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50-year-old with 12-month Pityriasis Lichenoides Chronic PLC 苔藓样糠疹
A 50-year-old woman sought treatment at our clinic with a peculiar skin condition. She presented with mica-like scales, itchy, erythematous-to-brown papules of varying sizes (ranging from 3 mm to 1 cm) on her trunk and extremities.
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- JUNE 21, 2023
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Erythema Multiforme or Urticaria Vasculitis? Different paths lead to the same destination 殊途同归
Urticaria (hives), Erythema Multiforme, Erythema Annulare, and Urticaria Vasculitis are immune system-mediated skin conditions. In conventional medicine, the standard approach for these conditions often involves the use of immunosuppressive medications. While topical and oral steroids can provide relief and induce a clinical remission, it is important to note that recurrences are common when steroids are discontinued or tapered off.
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- JUNE 16, 2023
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40-year-old with 5-year-Psoriasis Plaque 40岁罹患牛皮癣5年
His relentless pursuit of a solution and his willingness to explore alternative treatments led him to find relief from psoriasis. His journey was marked by ups and downs, but ultimately, the traditioanl Chinese medicine TCM herbal approach provided by TCM pysician brought him the long-awaited respite from his persistent condition.
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- JUNE 15, 2023
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6 years old girl with 3 years of eczema 六岁女孩罹患三年湿疹
Little girl’s journey was not an easy one, but her perseverance, along with the help of TCM, had brought her relief from the persistent eczema that had troubled her for so long.
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- MARCH 22, 2023
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Acrodermatitis Continua of Hallopeau (ACH) or Palmoplantar Pustular Psoriasis (PPP) 连续性肢端皮炎还是掌跖脓疱型银屑病
A 30-year-old female presented fingers and toe nails onychodystrophy with concurrent pain. Patient reported that the first lesion started on her right index finger nail 12 months ago. It gradually involved her other finger and toe nails.
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- MARCH 17, 2023
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Exacerbation of pre-existing psoriasis following virus infection 病毒感染导致的银屑病加重
After experiencing several such wave-like rebounds, the immune system gradually tended towards a stable state. The medication was continued until the psoriasis lesion completely disappeared, and the skin returned to a smooth and normal white appearance.
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- MARCH 7, 2023
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A Case of Ichthyosis vulgaris IV鱼鳞癣
We present a 9-year-old girl, who no records of atopy, with persistent asymptomatic discoloured scales of the lower limbs and body for 5 years.
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- FEBRUARY 24, 2023
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Neurodermatitis (Lichen Simplex Chronicus) 神经性皮炎
At 12 months, a significant improvement in the lesions was observed, and the prescription was discontinued at month 15. The patient was followed up for an additional 12 months, during which time there was no recurrence of lesions.
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- FEBRUARY 8, 2023
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Man with 5 months of Psoriasis Vulgaris 牛皮癣
At 8 months, a substantial improvement in the lesions was observed, and the prescription was discontinued. The patient was followed up for an additional 24 months and no recurrence of lesions was noted during that time.
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- SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
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Psoriasis or Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris 是牛皮癣还是毛发红糠疹
A 40-year-old man was presented with 8 years of multiple red scaly rashes on his arms, legs and trunk that had increased and clumped together to form groups of reddish patches. Patient lamented of a moderate itch.
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- AUGUST 26, 2022
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Leg Ulcer of Venous Insufficiency of Left Lower Extremity 左下肢静脉性溃疡
Venous insufficiency from obstruction, reflux, or calf pump failure leads to the formation of varicosities as well as edema, pain, skin pigmentation, and, in severe cases, ulceration.
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- AUGUST 17, 2022
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HLQ Herbal Ointment dressing for Open Abdominal Wounds With Intestinal Fistula 中药药膏治疗肠瘘开放性腹部伤口
Open label clinical studies of HLQ ointment dressing for sugical wound healing were conducted at Beijing Capital Medical University Hospital. The studies demonstrated that herbal HLQ ointment improve management of these wounds while granulation tissue and epithelialisation can undergo quick closure and coverage.
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- MAY 20, 2022
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A 50-year-old man presented with cutaneous small vessel vasculitis CSVV 皮肤小血管炎
A 50-year-old otherwise healthy man is present with 10 months of tender skin rashes with mild itch, reddish-brown spots over the arms, legs, buttocks and torso. Patients recalled the crops of purple spots appearing after his Europe business trip one year ago. The lesion spreaded to his arms and legs over the next 2 weeks, and then the buttocks later on.
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- APRIL 14, 2022
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Pemphigus 天疱疮
A woman, otherwise healthy, in her 50’s, she was examined via online consultation by our clinic with a 3-month history of grouped blisters and erythematous plaques on her arms. She had received a diagnosis of pemphigus at local hospital.
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- FEBRUARY 10, 2022
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Woman with 3 months of Flexural (Inverse) Psoriasis 皮褶型牛皮癣
A 45-year-old otherwise healthy female was presented with 3 months of flexural psoriasis. Initially, she reported rashes appearing on areas on the groin and submammary folds.
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- DECEMBER 23, 2021
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Pruritic Urticarial Papules 瘙痒性丘疹荨麻疹
Papular urticaria is normally self-limiting, but exceptions always exist. The immunological basis of this reaction means that it may take months or even years for children to become desensitised to the causal insect.
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- DECEMBER 10, 2021
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Allergic Contact Dermatitis 变应性接触性皮炎
A skin prick test, also called a puncture or scratch test, checks for immediate allergic reactions to only 50 different substances, such as pollen, mold, pet dander, dust mites and various foods. Thousands of products (substances) contact the skin throughout the day, making it nearly impossible to pinpoint the cause of ACD through prick test.
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- OCTOBER 13, 2021
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A suspected Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid MMP case 口腔黏膜类天疱疮
The Pemphigoid lesions improved considerably with herbal medicine within 4 weeks of starting the treatment. As there was complete resolution at week 10, herbal were not prescribed.
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- SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
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Psoriasiform Spongiotic Dermatitis 银屑病样海绵状皮炎
Psoriasiform Spongiotic Dermatitis is a term pathologists use to describe a pattern of injury in the skin caused by inflammation. This kind of “pattern of injury” is not specific to a single medical condition. It is most commonly seen in a group of medical conditions called eczema.
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- AUGUST 26, 2021
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What is a possible diagnosis of this case? 可能性的诊断是什么？
A previously healthy 55-year old woman presented with progressive rash that involved her face that had lasted for 5 years despite treatment with various topical medicinal cream/ointment, but rashes developed more upon discontinuation of the topical agents.
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- JULY 22, 2021
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Thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger’s disease) 血栓闭塞性脉管炎(伯格病)
Thromboangiitis obliterans, also known as Buerger’s disease, is an inflammatory disease that result in blood clot formation (thrombosis) in small and medium-sized arteries.
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- JULY 13, 2021
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Retinoid Dermatitis 维A酸皮炎
The most common side effect of topical retinoids is skin irritation characterized by erythema, peeling, scaling, dryness, burning, pruritus, and photosensitivity.
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- JULY 7, 2021
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A 15-year-old boy with 10-year eczema, 15岁少年10年湿疹
A 15-year-old boy had been treated for 10 years for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis. The neck eczema was his main complaint. Onset of disease was during early childhood.
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- MARCH 27, 2021
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Stage-3 Pressure Ulcers 褥疮
Any form of mechanical trauma to the skin can result in the formation of an ulcer if factors that compromise the skin’s ability to recover from physical insults are present.
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- MARCH 26, 2021
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A Sad Story 一个令人悲伤的故事
如果你是那个故事里的主角，你能不能突破权威制定的标准化或某种正确思想，或者你敢不敢质疑周围人都觉得理所当然的道理，当大多数人都处在认知误区时，你能拥有跳出来做出改变的勇气吗？
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- FEBRUARY 27, 2021
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Second degree burn healed in 10 days with herbal formulated HLQ ointment
A 14-year-old student presented with burn injury due to scalding soup exposure 6 hours prior to proper medical attention.
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- FEBRUARY 25, 2021
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Postoperative Skin Autograft Wound Care 烧伤植皮术后伤口治疗
After 2 weeks of external use of HLQ salve, the dry scab and blood crust falls off, the epidermal regeneration is restored, and the skin graft heals well.
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- JANUARY 12, 2021
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What is Acne-like Breakouts? 痤疮样痘痘到底是什么？
Folliculitis is an infammaiton of the superficial or deep hair follicle on hair-bearing skin due to infectious or non-infectious causes.
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- OCTOBER 15, 2020
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A Topical Steroid Induced Rosacea 外用类固醇诱导出现酒糟性皮炎
Steroid induced Rosacea: persistent facial erythema and inflammatory papulopustules, additional features are facial telangiectasias, a tendency for frequent facial flushing.
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