What diseases can be treated with acupuncture on the abdomen?

In general, acupuncture on the abdomen can treat diseases such as dysentery and urinary incontinence, promoting overall health. Specific analyses are as follows:

1. Dysentery: This condition may be caused by factors such as unclean diet or cold exposure to the abdomen. Under medical guidance, acupuncture at abdominal acupoints such as Shimen (CV5) and Tianshu (ST25) can help relieve symptoms like abdominal pain and diarrhea.

2. Urinary Incontinence: This condition is often associated with surgery, urinary retention, childbirth injury, post-menopause, and is more common in elderly patients. For those suffering from urinary incontinence, acupuncture can help alleviate symptoms. Doctors may treat the condition by stimulating abdominal acupoints such as Zhongji (CV3) and Guanyuan (CV4).

It should be noted that acupuncture serves only as an adjunctive treatment for the above conditions. If the condition is severe, it is recommended to seek targeted treatment addressing the underlying cause.