Medical Case of Erysipelas Treated Externally with Wuwei Xiaodu Decoction Combined with Olibanum and Myrrha

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Abstract

Erysipelas is an infectious skin disease caused by hemolytic streptococcal infection. It is an acute cutaneous reticular lymphangitis characterized by the sudden onset of bright red skin, resembling vermilion paint, with clear boundaries, and burning pain. Professor Zhou Shaohua applied Wuwei Xiaodu Decoction combined with external application of olibanum and myrrha to treat erysipelas, achieving satisfactory clinical results. This study introduces Professor Zhou Shaohua’s experience in treating erysipelas and provides supporting evidence through clinical case studies.

Keywords

Zhou Shaohua

Erysipelas

Traditional Chinese medicine treatment

Funding

National Demonstration Project for the Inheritance, Innovation, and Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Project No.: CZ2023-01-05), Academic Inheritance Project for Renowned Traditional Chinese Medicine Experts.

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