CASE STUDY: Psoriasis and Herbal Medicine
Situation When Rebecca* and I first met via video conferencing, she had suffered from plaque psoriasis for over 20 years. The lesions covered every part...
Read up on chronic dermatological conditions, natural treatments, case studies, and TCM Dermatology, including TCM herbal medicine.
Eczema Herpeticum: What You Should Know
Eczema Herpeticum (EH) is a painful, contagious skin rash usually caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Some eczema patients have an EH eruption; so it’s...
Eczema/TSW: Why Are Nights So Rough?
If you have eczema or topical steroid withdrawal, nighttime can be tough. Some people notice an increased feeling of warmth that then leads to increased...
CASE STUDY: Lip Swelling and Herbal Medicine
Situation Lip swelling and issues around the mouth area can come up for people suffering from eczema and topical steroid withdrawal. Some patients have swelling,...
Teenage Acne: Moms, Don’t Let It Run Its Course!
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions among people of all age groups, but it can be especially troublesome during the teenage years....
Herbal Medicine: How Long to Heal Eczema?
One of the first questions a new patient will ask is “How long will herbal medicine take to heal my eczema?” This is a very...
CASE STUDY: Eczema Swelling and Herbal Medicine
Situation Natasha came to Amethyst after an eczema flare. Her face had swelled beyond recognition. A year ago she started getting itchy and severely swollen...
CASE STUDY: Treating Contact Dermatitis with Herbal Medicine
Situation After playing outside with his granddaughter, John* noticed red bumps around his left ear. At first, he tried to self treat with essential oils...
When Does Herbal Medicine Work for Eczema?
Many eczema patients wonder, “When should I try herbal medicine? Is it good for the beginning stages of eczema? When it’s flaring? When it’s chronic...