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Hemorrhagic Glaucomaaccording to TCM

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Symptom families: Eye Disorders and Symptoms, Glaucoma Disorders

Parent symptom: Glaucoma

What is Hemorrhagic Glaucoma?

Hemorrhagic glaucoma is a severe form of glaucoma characterized by bleeding within the eye. This condition often results from a rise in intraocular pressure, which can lead to hemorrhaging in the eye's internal structures. Symptoms may include severe eye pain, redness, blurred vision, and the appearance of blood or blood-filled areas within the eye.

Hemorrhagic glaucoma is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention to prevent permanent vision loss. It is a complex condition often associated with underlying vascular or systemic diseases.

How does TCM view Hemorrhagic Glaucoma?

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a unique perspective on hemorrhagic glaucoma, differing from Western medicine. In TCM, this condition is seen as a manifestation of internal disharmonies affecting the flow of Qi (vital energy) and Blood within the body.

The focus is on identifying and correcting underlying imbalances in the body's organ systems, particularly the Liver, which in TCM is closely associated with the health of the eyes. TCM emphasizes a holistic approach, considering both the physical and energetic aspects of the condition.

Causes of Hemorrhagic Glaucoma According to TCM

In TCM, hemorrhagic glaucoma is often attributed to patterns of disharmony such as Damp-Heat in the Liver or Stagnant Liver Qi transforming into Fire. These conditions reflect an imbalance where excessive Heat and Dampness in the body affect the Liver's function, leading to increased pressure and potential hemorrhaging in the eyes.

Liver Fire Blazing, another related pattern, involves an intense flare-up of heat that can manifest as hemorrhagic glaucoma. Understanding these underlying causes is crucial in TCM for providing targeted and effective treatment.

TCM Herbal Formulas for Hemorrhagic Glaucoma

To address hemorrhagic glaucoma, TCM employs specific herbal formulas based on the individual's pattern of disharmony. For patterns like Damp-Heat in the Liver and Liver Fire Blazing, Long Dan Xie Gan Tang is commonly prescribed.

This formula, featuring key herbs like Chinese Gentian (Long Dan Cao), works to clear Heat from the organs, particularly the liver, and to address the root cause of the imbalance leading to hemorrhagic glaucoma. The selection of such formulas is based on a thorough TCM diagnosis, ensuring that the treatment is personalized and aligned with the patient's specific needs.

See more details below about Long Dan Xie Gan Tang, a herbal formula used to address hemorrhagic glaucoma.

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  • Formulas that clear heat from the organs

Formulas that clear Heat from the Organs

Hemorrhagic glaucoma can be treated by these formulas if it stems from an excess heat condition in specific organs, leading to internal disharmony.

One such formula is Long Dan Xie Gan Tang, with chinese gentian as a key herb.

TCM Herbs for Hemorrhagic Glaucoma

See more details below about Chinese Gentian (Long Dan Cao), a herb used to address hemorrhagic glaucoma.

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  • Herbs that clear heat and dry dampness

Herbs that clear Heat and dry Dampness

Hemorrhagic glaucoma can be treated by these herbs when caused by excessive dampness and heat within the body, aiming to restore balance by drying dampness and clearing heat.

One such herb is Chinese Gentian (Long Dan Cao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for hemorrhagic glaucoma, like Long Dan Xie Gan Tang.