Traditional Chinese Medicine Prescription for Treating Mouth Ulcers
Disease description:
I've had oral ulcers for many years. They recur frequently and take a long time to heal, which is very tormenting. I'd like to ask the doctor if there are any traditional Chinese medicine treatments available?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
There are various TCM prescriptions for treating oral ulcers, which are usually selected based on individual patient symptoms through pattern differentiation and treatment principles.
1. For patients with oral ulcers caused by heart fire ascending, herbal formulas such as Daosan San (Conducting Red Powder) can be used to clear heart fire, cool the blood, and promote diuresis.
2. For patients with oral ulcers caused by latent fire of the spleen and stomach, formulas such as Qing Wei San (Clear Stomach Powder) are appropriate to clear heat, purge fire, cool the blood, and relieve constipation.
3. For patients with yin deficiency and fire hyperactivity, Liu Wei Di Huang Tang (Six Flavor Rehmannia Decoction) is commonly used to nourish yin and clear heat. If oral ulcers are caused by deficiency of both qi and blood, Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang (Spleen-Qi Tonifying Decoction) can be used to replenish qi and blood.
4. For patients with spleen deficiency and dampness retention, formulas such as Wu Ling San (Five-Ling Powder) can be used to strengthen the spleen and resolve dampness.
When using herbal formulas, patients should follow medical advice and pay attention to herb combinations and dosages to achieve optimal therapeutic results. Additionally, patients should maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle to promote healing of oral ulcers.
