What are the symptoms of dampness and toxicity?
Disease description:
Recently, I have been feeling like I have excessive dampness in my body. A friend mentioned it might be "damp toxicity" (damp-heat), and I would like to know what symptoms are associated with damp toxicity.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Damp-toxin, a term in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), commonly refers to a pathological condition caused by excessive dampness in the body combining with heat pathogens. The main symptoms include:
1. Skin itching: One of the most noticeable symptoms of damp-toxin is skin itching, the severity of which is closely related to the progression of the condition. Severe itching may lead patients to unconsciously scratch the affected areas, causing skin scratches and bleeding.
2. Skin rashes: Skin rashes are also a significant manifestation of damp-toxin. These rashes can appear as pinpoint-sized spots or occur in clusters and patches. In prolonged cases, the rash's epidermis may shed, and if secondary infection occurs, yellowish fluid or pus may exude.
3. Systemic symptoms: Such as fatigue, heaviness in the limbs, generalized body aches, dark and scanty urine, and sticky, difficult-to-flush stools.
4. Joint pain: When dampness is severe, damp-toxin may invade the joints, causing joint swelling and pain, as well as restricted movement.
5. Mental state: Damp-toxin may also affect emotions, leading to depression, anxiety, and memory decline.
The above is a brief introduction to the common symptoms of damp-toxin. If you experience any related symptoms, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention for professional diagnosis and treatment.
