Approaching TSW thru Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Even though we think of TSW as a modern condition that’s been on the rise since the advent of steroids, the Chinese documented symptoms of...
Dr. Olivia and Amethyst Holistic Skin Solutions offer information and treatment for a wide variety of dermatological conditions. Specializing in eczema, TSW, acne, and psoriasis, we encourage you to contact us for an initial intake if you’d like to discuss your own skin health history.
CASE STUDY: Teenage Cystic Acne
Situation Jennifer began getting cystic acne breakouts on her face and back when she turned 14 years old. Her family preferred using natural methods to...
CASE STUDY: Lifelong Eczema Relieved at Last
Situation Allison* had suffered from a lifetime of eczema. Throughout her youth, she managed her condition with topical steroid creams. But once she entered her...
Psoriasis: When’s the Right Time to Start Herbal Medicine?
Many Psoriasis patients wonder, “When should I try herbal medicine? Is it good for the beginning stages of Psoriasis? After it’s been going on for...
Ancient Eczema Treatments
In this article, the National Eczema Association interviewed Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman about how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been used to treat eczema symptoms...
Psoriasis: What’s the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Approach?
Even though we think of psoriasis as a modern condition that’s been on the rise since the industrial age, the Chinese documented psoriasis conditions over...
When Is the Right Time to Start Herbal Medicine for Acne?
Many Acne patients wonder, “When should I try herbal medicine? Is it good for the beginning stages of Acne? After it’s been going on for...
Video: Traditional Chinese Medicine Meets Topical Steroid Withdrawal
Molly Evans, ITSAN board member, welcomes Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman and Nina Adjin (patient) to talk about Topical Steroid Withdraw (TSW) and how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can be used to treat TSW.
How Long to Heal Psoriasis with Herbal Medicine?
One of the first questions a new patient will ask is “How long will herbal medicine take to heal my psoriasis?” This is a very...