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- NOVEMBER 18, 2024
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Why does alcohol consumption exacerbate psoriasis and eczema? 为什么饮酒会加重牛皮癣和湿疹？
Inflammatory skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema involve immune system dysregulation and skin inflammation, which alcohol can worsen through various pathways. Facial flushing, capillary dilation, and other adverse effects from alcohol consumption are primarily caused by acetaldehyde accumulation, a metabolic byproduct of alcohol. After drinking, alcohol is metabolized in the liver by alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH), converting ethanol into acetaldehyde.
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- NOVEMBER 13, 2024
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What Factors Affect Eczema Severity Differently in Singapore, the United States, and Batam Island? 到底是哪些因素导致湿疹严重程度在新加坡、美国和巴淡岛存在差异？
Why does a patient with eczema experience worsening symptoms when living in Singapore, while their rashes significantly subside when they reside in the United States? Furthermore, why does their eczema improve noticeably when staying on Indonesia’s Batam Island, which shares a similar geographic location and climate with Singapore?
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- NOVEMBER 12, 2024
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Immunostimulants 免疫系统增强药物
Immune system booster medications, often referred to as immunostimulants or immune enhancers, are substances that enhance the immune system’s ability to fight infections and diseases. These medications can be natural or synthetic and are used in various clinical settings to improve immune response, particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems due to illness, stress, or other factors.
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- NOVEMBER 10, 2024
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Long-Term Efficacy of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Treating Pediatric Eyelid Vitiligo: A Four-Year Case Study 中药治疗儿童白癜风的长期疗效：四年病例研究
A 10-year-old girl with a one-year history of vitiligo on her left upper eyelid began treatment with our traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Over a four-year period, her condition showed gradual improvement as documented by a series of photographs.
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- NOVEMBER 8, 2024
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How can one acquire natural Vitamin D synthesis? 如何获取天然的维生素D
Singapore’s geographical position near the equator subjects it to intense sunlight, which paradoxically contributes towidespread Vitamin D deficiency. The high UV index prompts residents to avoid sun exposure to prevent skin damage, leading…
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- NOVEMBER 4, 2024
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Biological Immunosuppressants 免疫生物制剂
Biological immunosuppressants, often called biologics, represent a more advanced category of immunosuppressive agents. They are isolated from a variety of natural sources – human, animal, or microorganism and are designed to suppress specific pathways or molecules in the immune system with precision.
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- NOVEMBER 1, 2024
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Foods that trigger eczema
Managing eczema can be a challenging journey for many patients. The condition affects not only the skin but also the overall quality of life, leading to significant discomfort and distress. In this article, we will explore foods to avoid…
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- AUGUST 30, 2024
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From Flare-Up to Freedom: A Toddler’s Triumph Over Severe Eczema 幼儿严重湿疹
The initial inflammation is severe, with visible swelling and thickened plaques, redness is pronounced in the early stages, with extensive erythema covering the affected areas. The mid-treatment phase shows an exacerbation of these symptoms, due to the cessation of steroids, which often leads to a temporary worsening before improvement. By the end of the treatment, inflammation has greatly reduced, with skin returning to a normal appearance.
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- AUGUST 17, 2024
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Bursts of Human Aging: The Skin Chapter 爆发式衰老漫谈 — 皮肤篇
Human skin has become progressively thinner and more fragile, with an average thickness now not exceeding 4 millimeters. As we age, especially in later years, the stratum corneum becomes more dehydrated, thinner, and prone to redness and allergic reactions.
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- JULY 20, 2024
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Manage Sweet’s Syndrome Naturally with Tangs Traditional Chinese Medicine 急性发热性嗜中性皮病
A 50-year-old woman was diagnosed with Sweet’s Syndrome after experiencing fever, abdominal pain, and painful bumps on her left hand. She opted for traditional Chinese herbal medicine over steroid treatment and experienced relief. This alternative remedy led to the disappearance of her symptoms within a month, demonstrating potential as a first-line treatment for Sweet’s Syndrome.
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- JUNE 26, 2024
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Nilotinib-Induced Extensive Skin Rashes and Alopecia in a Patient with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia: A Case Report and Herbal Medicine Approach
Despite the dermatological manifestations, nilotinib therapy was continued without dose adjustment. Topical steroids, turmeric tablets, and flaxseed oil supplements were discontinued. Instead, an herbal medicine was prescribed, and after 12 months of treatment, the rashes had disappeared, and the patient’s hair had regrown.
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- JUNE 6, 2024
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Salt Intake and Eczema 钠与湿疹
The study found that for every 1-gram increase in urinary sodium excretion, there was an 11% increase in the likelihood of being diagnosed with eczema, a 16% increase in the likelihood of having active eczema, and an 11% increase in the likelihood of experiencing more severe eczema symptoms.
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- MAY 30, 2024
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Herbal Approach to Chronic Eczema: A Case Study on the Efficacy of Traditional Chinese Medicine
The before-and-after images of her eczema treatment reveal a profound transformation in her skin’s condition. Initially, her skin exhibited a rough, uneven texture with marked thickening and pronounced dark, reddish-brown discoloration. Extensive erythema and significant scaling, flaking, and small fissures were evident, exacerbating the appearance of the affected areas and indicating substantial irritation and discomfort.
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- MAY 14, 2024
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Hand Eczema: A Journey from Steroid Withdrawal to Herbal Medicine 手部湿疹:从类固醇戒断到重草药治疗的旅程
The images provided illustrate the healing process of an adult suffering from hand eczema treated with herbal medicine over eight months. This journey highlights the transition from conventional steroid treatment to herbal medicine, demonstrating the potential effectiveness of natural remedies in managing eczema symptoms.
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- APRIL 12, 2024
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Steroid-Induced Skin Changes: Exploring Discoloration in Lesions
By the end of the 4th month, lesions on his palms had diminished and remained stable, achieving full remission by the 12th month. However, healing for his feet took longer and was more unpredictable. Previous steroid use led to fluctuating eczema evolution, especially on his feet, where heavy steroid application occurred.
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- APRIL 5, 2024
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Fingerprints have been successfully reinstated 指纹恢复了
A 46-year-old lady found herself in a relentless battle with finger eczema. What initially appeared as mild irritation soon escalated into painful flare-ups, rendering even the simplest tasks challenging. Desperate for relief, she sought help from her dermatologist, who prescribed a potent steroid cream to calm her inflamed skin.
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- MARCH 29, 2024
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Stage-4 Pressure Ulcers 褥疮
The extended period of poor blood flow and tissue damage results in full-thickness skin loss with extensive tissue necrosis, involving muscle and supporting structures, leading to Stage-4 Pressure Ulcers.
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- MARCH 22, 2024
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Healing of Chronic Surgical Wound with Topical Herbal HLQ Ointment
The patient, a 45-year-old, underwent thigh amputation following a vehicular trauma. Despite initial medical intervention, the surgical site wound showed reluctance to heal, resulting in an open deep wound. Over a period of three months, various brands of topical antibiotics were administered, but the wound remained unresolved.
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- MARCH 15, 2024
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A Journey to Healing: Overcoming Palmoplantar Pustular Psoriasis (PPP) 掌跖脓疱病
A 35-year-old woman who was otherwise healthy embarked on a challenging journey, grappling with worsening pain and blistering rashes that had plagued her palms for three years. Despite previous attempts with corticosteroid cream, relief remained elusive, prompting her to seek alternative non-immunosuppressive treatment in our clinic.
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- MARCH 8, 2024
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Understanding the Causes of Skin Folliculitis 毛囊炎
Skin folliculitis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of hair follicles, typically caused by bacterial, fungal, or viral infections, as well as factors like friction, poor hygiene, and certain medical conditions. Other contributing factors include ingrown hairs, hot and humid environments, tight clothing, and exposure to irritants or allergens. Inflammation may be superficial or deep in the hair follicle.
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Why does alcohol consumption exacerbate psoriasis and eczema? 为什么饮酒会加重牛皮癣和湿疹？

What Factors Affect Eczema Severity Differently in Singapore, the United States, and Batam Island? 到底是哪些因素导致湿疹严重程度在新加坡、美国和巴淡岛存在差异？

Immunostimulants 免疫系统增强药物

Long-Term Efficacy of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Treating Pediatric Eyelid Vitiligo: A Four-Year Case Study 中药治疗儿童白癜风的长期疗效：四年病例研究

How can one acquire natural Vitamin D synthesis? 如何获取天然的维生素D

Biological Immunosuppressants 免疫生物制剂

Foods that trigger eczema

From Flare-Up to Freedom: A Toddler’s Triumph Over Severe Eczema 幼儿严重湿疹

Bursts of Human Aging: The Skin Chapter 爆发式衰老漫谈 — 皮肤篇

Manage Sweet’s Syndrome Naturally with Tangs Traditional Chinese Medicine 急性发热性嗜中性皮病

Nilotinib-Induced Extensive Skin Rashes and Alopecia in a Patient with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia: A Case Report and Herbal Medicine Approach

Salt Intake and Eczema 钠与湿疹

Herbal Approach to Chronic Eczema: A Case Study on the Efficacy of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Hand Eczema: A Journey from Steroid Withdrawal to Herbal Medicine 手部湿疹:从类固醇戒断到重草药治疗的旅程

Steroid-Induced Skin Changes: Exploring Discoloration in Lesions

Fingerprints have been successfully reinstated 指纹恢复了

Stage-4 Pressure Ulcers 褥疮

Healing of Chronic Surgical Wound with Topical Herbal HLQ Ointment

A Journey to Healing: Overcoming Palmoplantar Pustular Psoriasis (PPP) 掌跖脓疱病

Understanding the Causes of Skin Folliculitis 毛囊炎

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