Lips Painaccording to TCM
Symptom families: Facial Pain and discomfort, Lip Symptoms
What is Lips Pain?
Lips pain, also referred to as painful lips or sore lips, is a condition characterized by discomfort or pain in the lip area. This pain can be caused by various factors, including infections, allergies, trauma, and environmental conditions such as extreme temperatures or dryness. Symptoms of lips pain can range from mild irritation and redness to severe pain, swelling, and cracking. Identifying the underlying cause is essential for effective treatment and relief of this often distressing condition.
How Does TCM View Lips Pain?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), lips pain is understood through the lens of patterns of disharmony. Unlike Western medicine, which typically focuses on specific physical causes, TCM considers the underlying imbalances in the body's Qi, Blood, and other vital substances. Symptoms like lips pain can result from various patterns of disharmony, making it crucial to identify the correct pattern before initiating treatment. This holistic approach aims to address the root causes of pain and restore balance within the body, providing comprehensive relief.
Acupoints for Lips Pain
In TCM, specific acupoints are used to treat lips pain by addressing the underlying patterns of disharmony. In the Stomach Channel, the acupoint Juliao ST-3 is commonly recommended. Located directly below Sibai ST-2, at the level of the lower border of ala nasi, this point is effective in expelling Wind. Stimulating Juliao ST-3 can help alleviate lips pain by addressing the underlying imbalances and promoting overall well-being. By targeting these acupoints, TCM practitioners aim to provide relief from pain while restoring harmony within the body's energy pathways.
See more details below about Juliao ST-3, an acupoint used to address lips pain.
- By Meridian
- Stomach Channel
