Which acupoint is related to body edema?
Nov 13, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. He Haochen
Introduction
Edema is generally unrelated to acupuncture points. It is commonly caused by factors such as water and sodium retention, heart failure, allergies, etc. Patients are advised to seek timely medical attention at a hospital to accurately identify the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment under a doctor's guidance. During treatment, it is important to drink plenty of fluids and consume more vegetables and fruits. If edema is severe, diuretic medications may be used appropriately as directed by a physician.
Edema is generally unrelated to acupoints. It is commonly caused by factors such as water and sodium retention, heart failure, or allergic reactions. Patients are advised to seek timely medical attention to identify the underlying cause and receive appropriate medication and treatment under a doctor's guidance. During treatment, it is important to drink plenty of fluids and consume more vegetables and fruits. If edema is severe, diuretic medications may be used appropriately as directed by a physician. Specific details are as follows:
Body edema is typically unrelated to acupoints. It commonly occurs in conditions involving poor protein absorption or malnutrition, as well as kidney diseases accompanied by significant proteinuria. Systemic edema may arise due to decreased plasma colloid osmotic pressure, while local impairment of venous return can lead to tissue edema or fluid accumulation in specific areas. For example, liver cirrhosis may cause intestinal wall edema and ascites, and congestive heart failure with caval vein return obstruction can also result in systemic edema.
When edema occurs, in addition to actively following the doctor’s treatment plan, patients may also relieve symptoms by applying pressure to certain acupoints. For instance, in cases of facial or eyelid edema, pressing the Hegu (LI4) point and stimulating the Waiguan (SJ5) point for three to five minutes each may be helpful. For明显 lower limb edema, massaging the Zusanli (ST36) and Sanyinjiao (SP6) points for three to five minutes each can promote yang energy, enhance fluid metabolism, and help reduce edema.
