Episode 43: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine treat eczema?

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Written By Global Parents for Eczema Research

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) uses biological extracts to treat disease.  Eczema sufferers may take a herbal bath, apply a specially formulated cream or drink herbal tea as part of TCM treatment.  Dr. Xiu Min Li from New York Medical College explains TCM and we ask: Is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) safe for newborns? Can you use TCM and topical steroids simultaneously? Could TCM prevent the allergic march? And other questions. (And if you like our podcast, consider supporting it with a tax deductible donation). Read the transcript.

Research mentioned

Investigation of Berberine's Potential in Attenuating Staphylococcus aureus-Induced Inflammatory Responses

Investigation of In vitro Anti-inflammatory and Antimicrobial Effects of Berberine

Effect of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in moderate-to-severe eczema in clinic and animal model: beyond corticosteroids

Traditional Chinese medicine for food allergy and eczema

Effect of traditional Chinese medicine on skin lesions and quality of life in patients with moderate to severe eczema

Efficacy and safety of Chinese herbal medicine for atopic dermatitis: Evidence from eight high-quality randomized placebo-controlled trials.

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