The 50 reactions to moxibustion

There are no clear 50 types of moxibustion post-emergence reactions that can occur during or after treatment. The discharge reaction after moxibustion varies from person to person, usually in the corresponding meridians appear soreness, numbness, swelling, pain, moxibustion local may also appear blisters, plaques, itching and other performance, moxibustion after the common discharge reaction have local performance and systemic performance: a, local performance: 1, blisters: moxibustion after the body may appear in the body of cold Qi outward discharge, may lead to the appearance of blisters or pustules. Commonly produced after moxibustion, usually no obvious discomfort symptoms. After the rupture of the blisters should pay attention to the ruptured parts do not touch the water, can sterilize and disinfect to promote wound healing; 2, itching: moxibustion may appear after the symptoms of itchy skin, may be due to the cold to reach the surface of the body. Avoid scratching to prevent skin rupture, generally after repeated moxibustion itching symptoms will be relieved; 3, plaque: some patients after moxibustion body may appear red plaque, is the performance of excessive cold and moisture in the body, may also be the body meridians. Generally do not need to deal with, many times after moxibustion plaque will gradually disappear. Second, the whole body reaction: 1, fire: moxibustion moxa use the heat generated when the body meridians to stimulate the circulation of qi and blood in the body to promote the discharge of the body discomfort disease gas. The accelerated circulation of qi and blood in the body may cause the patient to have a reaction of fire, gums red and swollen, dry mouth and tongue, some people will become irritable, usually relieved after a period of time; 2, other: moxibustion may also appear after fatigue, dizziness, drowsiness, increased exhaust, foul-smelling bowel movements, diarrhea, sweating and other symptoms, all belong to the normal reactions to discharge. Generally, the body condition will be improved after the remission of the reaction, so you can actively communicate with the doctor about the symptoms and further understand the causes.