Categories: Dermatology

Parasitic Infections

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1 Scabies – ectoparasite infection
- 1.1 Chinese Medicine Treatment Of Scabies
2 Insect Dermatitis
- 2.1 Chinese Medicine Treatment of Insect Dermatitis

Scabies – ectoparasite infection

Scabies is caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. The female mite tunnels into the skin laying her eggs along the burrow. The larvae will hatch within a few days. Scabies is highly contagious and is commonly caught by contact with animals. The characteristic of intense itching usually begins 30 – 40 days after the mite is acquired. It is most commonly found in the individuals webbing, cubital crease, elbows, lower abdomen and perineum. The itching is aggravated at night and black wavy burrow lines can be seen around the itching areas due to the burrowing mites. Itching papules will also arise accompanied by inflamed lymph nodules. The actual mite is white in color and can be seen if it is scraped away from the skin and onto a dark back ground.

Chinese Medicine Treatment Of Scabies

INTERNAL

Damp Heat (early stage)
Blisters with eruptions and insomnia due to severe itching.
Xiao Feng San (wind) + Huang Lian Jie Du Tang (heat)Blood Deficiency with Wind Dryness (chronic, late stage)
Dry, itchy skin which easily bleeds and has deficiency slow healing scabs.
Dang Gui Yin Zi

EXTERNAL

-Hu Jiao (pepper) wash -Bai Bu (50g) with wine (50 ml) soak
-Di Fu Zi -need to be hygienic due to scabies being highly contagious

Insect Dermatitis

– Any type of Dermatitis induced by insects.
Usually patient will have a history of an insect bite:
1-physical damage at bite site (ie – local inflammation)
2-toxin stimulation (local and distal effects) – scorpion bite
3-allergic reaction (histamine reaction) – local pain, enters blood – enters nervous system
– red local area, , numbness, palpitation
ie – scorpion, centipede, bee sting, leech, …
Most common in summer and fall.
TCM P/T – clear heat and detoxify

Chinese Medicine Treatment of Insect Dermatitis

INTERNAL

General Formulas: Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin, Xi Jiao Di Huang Tang

EXTERNAL

Centipede – Wu Ling Zhi
Nan Tong She Yao Pian -‘snake tablet’ – secret formula (all exterior bites)
Cupping on local area to help draw toxins out
Apply vinegar, salt, alcohol, pumpkin Leaf, sweet potatoes

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Lorna McFadden, DCH

I have been a certified dental assistant for the past 16 years. Over that time I have been interested in many of the healing arts. In 1993, I became a reflexologist and continued to study other forms of alternative health. My passion for Homeopathy began when I was treated by a homeopath in 1998. I really resonated with the philosophy and treatment of homeopathy. Only after a few consultations I knew I had to become involved and help heal others. With restored health and a great deal of energy, I am driven to study this wonderful healing art. I have successfully completed the first milestone in my homeopathic career by graduating from the Vancouver Homeopathic Academy. I hope to write my Certification of Classical Homeopathy in the next few years. I am a member of the West Coast Homeopathic Society and regularly attend study sessions to stay updated and educated. I also attend local trade shows and educate the public on Homeopathy. I am recently married and reside in Langley with two cats and a golden retriever named Montana. My animals are wonderful homeopathic patients.