1.AI Rudi's Experience in Treating Primary Cutaneous Amyloidosis from the Perspective of "Skin Accumulation"
Wei SONG ; Mingling CHEN ; Min XIAO
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(13):1323-1327
This paper summarized professor AI Rudi's clinical experience in treating primary cutaneous amyloidosis (PCA) from the perspective of "skin accumulation". The morphology and pathological characteristics of PCA are similar to those of accumulation diseases in traditional Chinese medicine, proposing the concept of "skin accumulation". It is believed that the core pathogenesis of PCA is the invasion of pathogenic factors while healthy qi is in deficiency, and phlegm and stasis consolidating the exterior, which can be mainly categorized into the type of root deficiency and branch excess. Depleted healthy qi and loose striae and interstices are the root, while pathogen lingering in the skin surface, fluids and blood failure to be distributed, and binding of phlegm and stasis are the branch of the disease. The main treatment principle is consolidating the root and clearing the source. For internal treatment, it is recommended to fortify the spleen and nourish kidney, dispel phlegm and dissolve stasis, soften hardness and dissipate masses, with Self-made Erxian Sishen Decoction (二仙四参汤), Guizhi Fuling Pills (桂枝茯苓丸), Huajian Erchen Pills (化坚二陈丸) and Modified Xiaolei Pills (加味消瘰丸). For external treatment, it is important to dispel pathogens and disperse accumulation, scatter and unblock fluids and blood, and hot baking with self-made Ruiji Paste (润肌膏) can be used to promote softening and peeling of skin lesions, and medicinal bath with pig bile to open striae and dispel pathogen, bovine spinal cord sealing to nourish the skin.
2.Treatment of Polymorphic Light Eruption Using Resolving Toxins and Tranquilizing Collaterals Method
Wei SONG ; Rudi AI ; Mingling CHEN ; Min XIAO
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(11):1154-1158
Collateral vessels in cutaneous regions are the channel of qi, blood and body fluids transmission among the skin and striae and interstices, and is also the path of pathogens invasion. It is believed that the key pathogenesis of polymorphic light eruption (PLE) was toxins damaging to the skin, in which the cutaneous collaterals fail to nourish, insecurity of the muscle surface as the basis of disease, the pathogens offending qi collaterals and heat constraint to toxins as the driving factors, gradually affecting fluid collaterals and dryness-dampness coexist as the middle link, and latent pathogens in blood level and waiting for the opportunity to onset as the final stage. It is proposed that the basic treatment is to resolve toxins and tranquilize collaterals, and the internal and external treatments are combined together. The internal treatment is to resolve toxins, strengthen collaterals, and assist in unblocking the collaterals, and the modified self-prescribed Wuteng Decoction (五藤饮) plus Yigong Powder (异功散) were selected as the basic formulas, which promotes the discharge of toxin pathogens and strengthens the power of the cutaneous collaterals to protect against pathogens. For external treatment, according to the performance of skin lesions, scraping, tapping with medicinal solution, ointment were selected to drive away pathogens and resolve toxins, and soothe the cutaneous collaterals. In the early stage, the skin temperature rose with itching, tingling and no rash, scraping with the self-prescribed Yinhuangcao Clearing Oil (银黄草清解油) could be used to activate blood and regulate qi, relieve heat and resolve toxins; if the lesions showed erythema, pimples, itching, tapping with the self-prescribed Qian'ai Xunxi Formula (千艾熏洗方) could be used to diffuse qi and fluid, unblock the collaterals and clean toxins; if the skin lesions thickened with scales, the self-prescribed Yufu Ointment (愈肤膏) for external application could be used to resolve toxins and activate collaterals, moisten skin and heal up sore.
3.AI Rudi's Experience in Treating Acne with Triple Chinese Medicinal Groups Combined with Chinese Medicinal Mask
Wei SONG ; Xin HE ; Mingling CHEN ; Min XIAO ;
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(9):892-897
To summarize the clinical experience of Professor AI Rudi in treating acne with triple Chinese medicinal groups combined with Chinese medicinal mask. It is believed that the pathogenesis and treatment of male and female acne are different. The key mechanism of male acne is the dysfunction of the "lung-spleen and stomach-large intestine" axis, and the method of three jiao differentiation should be used. Clinically, the triple Chinese medicinal group, Rendongteng (Lonicera japonica) - Qishe (Portulaca oleracea) - Shicangpu (Acorus gramineus), can scatter wind to relieve heat, and diffuse and disperse upper jiao; group Baihua Sheshecao (Scleromitrion diffusum) - Baixianpi (Dictamnus dasycarpus) - Tanxiang (Santalum album) can clear heat and drain dampness, and regulate middle jiao; group Huaimi (Styphnolobium japonicum) - Juemingzi (Senna tora) - Baizhu (Atractylodes macrocephala) can tonify and moisten to unblock the lower jiao. The core mechanism of female acne is the imbalance of the function of the "liver and kidney- Tiangui (reproduction-stimulating essence, corresponds with the tenth heavenly stem) - Chong and ren" axis, and the method of staged tratment based on menstrual cycle should be used. Before the menstrual period, group Tusizi (Cuscuta chinensis) - Yujing (Curcuma longa) - Qianghuoyu (Hansenia forbesii) can tonify kidney and relax liver; during the menstrual period, group Chuanxiong (Rhizoma Ligustici Chuangxiong) - Yimucao (Leonurus japonicus)- Cansha (Bombycis Faeces) can invigorate blood and regulate menstrual flow; after the menstrual period, group Huangjing (Polygonatum sibiricum) - Shanyurou (Corni Fructus) - Roucongrong (Cistanche deserticola) can nourish blood, assist yang and boost yin. Meanwhile, we attached importance to the internal and external treatment. Based on the internal administration of traditional Chinese medicine, Chinese medicinal masks were used for external application, commonly used in self-prescribed Xianglian Jinhuang Powder (香连金黄散) combined with Huoxue Powder (活血散) as the prescription for Chinese medicinal mask.
4.AI Rudi's Experience in the Staged External Treatment of Eczema by Traditional Chinese Medicine
Shuihan ZHOU ; Bingying HAN ; Wei SONG ; Min XIAO ; Mingling CHEN
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(5):459-463
To summarize Professor AI Rudi's experience in the staged external treatment of eczema by traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It is believed that dampness is the key pathological factor of eczema, and the treatment for dampness should be carried out throughout the whole process, with the leading idea of “three-stage treatment, dampness as the root, and treatment according to the symptoms”. The preparation and formulas of the external treatment can be applied according to the pathogenesis and lesion characteristics of each stage. In acute stage with wind-dampness and heat in the skin as the main mechanism, the treatment is to clear heat and astringe, resolve toxins and relieve itching, and the preparation is mostly solution and lotion, and the formula could be Yangzheng Xi Formula (痒症洗方), Jingfang Kushen Decoction (荆防苦参汤), Kuding Erhuang Decoction (苦丁二黄汤), and Xianglian Jinhuang Powder (香连金黄散). In subacute stage with phlegm-dampness and heat as the main mechanism, the treatment is to remove dampness and turbidity, clean up the residual heat; the preparation is mostly ointment, and the formula include Shehuang Ointment (蛇黄软膏), Huanglian Ointment (黄连膏), and Zihuan Diding Ointment (紫花地丁软膏). In chronic stage with phlegm-dampness stagnation as the main mechanism, the treatment is to remove dampness and eliminate phlegm, remove blood stasis and stop itching, and the formula could be Zhiyang soft Ointment (止痒软膏), Runji Ointment (润肌膏), Yufu Ointment (愈肤膏); jojoba oil and olive oil are often used as external moisturiser for daily care.
5.Treating Chronic Urticaria with the Method of Dredging Sanjiao (三焦)
Wei SONG ; Zhongyi ZHANG ; Bo JIA ; Tao SHEN ; Rudi AI ; Mingling CHEN ; Min XIAO
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(4):414-418
The membranous tube of sanjiao (三焦) is not only the path of the transport of fluid and qi, but the way of the invasion of pathogenic factors, therefore, it cooperates with the skin mucous membrane physically and influence on each other pathologically. It is believed that the core pathogenesis of chronic urticaria is pathogens intruding sanjiao, membrane collaterals acute spasm, and fluid and qi disturbance, of which defense qi insufficiency and pathogens intruding sanjiao initiates the disease, while struggle between healthy and pathogenic qi and membrane collaterals acute spasm is the intermediate stage, and disturbed fluid, qi and blood movement is the terminal stage. Following the core treatment principle of dredging sanjiao, the internal treatment is to open striae and interstices and dispel pathogens out using self-made Guben Shufeng Decoction(固本疏风汤)modifications, and the external treatment is to dredge and regulate membrane collaterals, move qi and fluid, and treat sanjiao simultaneously, commonly using cutting therapy on Danzhong (RN 17) to move qi and fluid, seal umbilical therapy on Shenque (RN 8) to supplement and nourish ying-wei (营卫), and natural moxibustion on Xuehai (SP 10) to move blood and unblock collaterals.
6.The Experience of AI Rudi in Staged Differentiation and Treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Wei SONG ; Tianlin YANG ; Zhongyi ZHANG ; Mingling CHEN ; Min XIAO ;
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(3):239-244
This article summarized the clinical experience of Professor AI Rudi in staged treatment according to pattern differentiation of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is believed that SLE is characterized by kidney yin deficiency and heat toxin obstruction as the core disease mechanism. The staged treatment principle is to nourish yin and clear heat, invigorate blood and resolve toxins. In the early stage of heat toxins accumulation, the focus is on treating the branch and strengthen the kidneys as early as possible, recommending self-designed Liangxue Xiaofeng Powder (凉血消风散) with modifications. In the middle stage, there is yin deficiency with internal heat, which requires nourishing kidney yin and eliminating pathogenic factors. The prescription suggested is self-designed Shouwu Dihuang Decoction (首乌地黄汤). In the late stage, there is yin impairment affecting yang, which requires a gradual consolidation of the foundation and harmonization of yin and yang, usually with Zhenwu Decoction (真武汤) and Zishen Tongguan Powder (滋肾通关散) with modifications. At the same time, the treatment emphasizes the integration of Chinese and Western medicine, and use of self-designed Ershen Dihuang Pill (二参地黄丸) after initial remission to consolidate the effect and prevent relapse. External treatment should also be given importance to, and Hongyou Ointment (红油膏) can be used to treat SLE skin lesions, reduce swelling, and relieve pain.
7.AI Rudi's Experience in Differentiating and Treating Facial Hormone-dependent Dermatitis by Stages Using the method of Clearing Heat and Protecting Yin
Wei SONG ; Shuihan ZHOU ; Zhongyi ZHANG ; Mingling CHEN ; Min XIAO ;
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2023;64(17):1750-1753
This paper summarized the clinical experience of AI Rudi in the treatment facial hormone-dependent dermatitis with the method of clearing heat and protecting yin. It is believed that the key pathogenesis is the heat toxin accumulation, yin depletion and collaterals obstruction. The clinical treatment should focus on “heat exuberance” and “yin depletion”. It is advocated that “half treatment is from heat and half from yin” is the general principle, and the treatment is staged. In the acute phase, the treatment is half from cooling blood and dispersing wind to dispel heat pathogen, and half from protecting fluid and moisturizing skin to strengthen yin; and the modified Liangxue Xiaofeng Powder (凉血消风散) could be used. In the chronic phase, half treatment is from clearing residual toxin to eliminate heat pathogen, and half from nourishing yin and unblocking collaterals to strengthen yin, for which Xuanmai Ganju Decoction and Erzhi Pills (玄麦甘桔汤合二至丸) can be used and modified according to the symptoms. At the same time, we should pay attention to the simultaneous internal and external treatment, and emphasize the importance of daily protection in the treatment of the disease.
8.Study on the Mechanism of Acupuncture"Treating Skin from Intestine"in the Intervention of Chronic Urticaria Based on Gut Microbiome
Xianjun XIAO ; Yunzhou SHI ; Wei CAO ; Junpeng YAO ; Zihao ZOU ; Xiaoshen HU ; Dongling ZHONG ; Rongjiang JIN ; Ying LI ; Mingling CHEN ; Juan LI
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2023;25(6):2174-2179
Chronic Urticaria(CU)is a common skin disease involving autoimmunity and allergies,which brings a heavy burden to patients and society.The theory of traditional Chinese medicine"the Lung is combined with the Large Intestine,and the symptoms of large intestine can be reflected from the skin"has long shown that there is a close physiological and pathological relationship between the function of the Large Intestine and the skin.With the modern advancement of the"gut-skin axis"theory,the correlation between gut microbiome and CU has gradually become an emerging focus of research.Adjusting the imbalance of gut microbiome would be a new trend in the clinical treatment of CU.Acupuncture has a beneficial effect of regulating the gut microbiome,and the definite curative effect on CU.Therefore,this article summarized the research progress between the gut microbiome and CU in recent years,in order to discuss the feasibility of acupuncture to treat CU by regulating the gut microbiome,and provide a new idea for the mechanism research of acupuncture in the treatment of CU from the perspective of"treating skin from intestine".
9.Correlation between serum Lp-PLA2, Cys-C levels and disease severity in patients with hepatitis B cirrhosis
Shaohui HE ; Mingling DUAN ; Qin HONG ; Gao CHEN
Journal of Public Health and Preventive Medicine 2021;32(3):149-152
Objective To explore the correlation between serum lipoprotein-related phospholipase A2 (Lp-PLA2), cystatin C (Cys-C) levels and disease severity in patients with hepatitis B cirrhosis (HBC). Methods Clinical data of 110 HBC patients in the hospital from October 2017 to May 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. According to Child-Pugh classification criteria of liver cirrhosis, they were divided into grade A (n=42), grade B (n=37) and grade C groups (n=31). Another 30 healthy controls during the same period were enrolled as control group. The levels of serum Lp-PLA2 and Cys-C were detected. And their correlation with disease severity was analyzed. Results Levels of serum Lp-PLA2 and Cys-C in HBC group were higher than those in control group (P<0.05). The levels of serum Lp-PLA2 and Cys-C were the highest in grade C group, followed by grade B group and grade A group (P<0.05). The areas under the ROC curve (AUC) of serum Lp-PLA2 combined with Cys-C for evaluating grade A and B, grade B and C HBC were 0.875 and 0.837, which were higher than those of Lp-PLA2 (0.772, 0.750) and Cys-C (0.750, 0.691) alone (P<0.05). Spearmann rank correlation analysis showed that levels of serum Lp-PLA2 and Cys-C were positively correlated with disease severity (r=0.659, 0.561, P<0.05). Conclusion The levels of serum Lp-PLA2 and Cys-C are significantly increased in HBC patients, which are gradually increased with the aggravation of HBC. The two indexes are positively correlated with disease severity, which are of diagnostic efficiency for the classification of liver cirrhosis.
10.Evaluation of tutorial system for medical undergraduates in non-affiliated hospitals
Bingjian WANG ; Kang XU ; Mingling QIU ; Bin LI ; Mei CHEN ; Jianhuai ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2020;19(4):463-467
Objective:To evaluate the effect of tutorial system for medical undergraduates in a non-affiliated hospital of a medical university in Jiangsu.Methods:32 senior medical undergraduates in non-affiliated hospitals were divided into two groups. The experimental group adopted tutor-guided teaching, and the control group adopted traditional teaching. Professional theoretical knowledge, clinical ability, operational ability, foreign language level, basic research ability and participation of scientific research activities of students in the two groups were evaluated. SPSS 19.0 was used for t test, chi-square test and U test. Results:The results of operational ability ( t=3.537, P=0.000), the number of papers that had been read ( t=6.961, P=0.000), quality of these ( U=68.000, P=0.017), the number of literature reviews that had been written and reading notes ( χ2=4.747, P=0.000), participation in scientific research activities ( t=6.788, P=0.009) of students in the experimental group were better and higher than those in the control group. In the same period, there was no significant difference between the two groups in the scores of theoretical exam, clinical competence and foreign language tests. Conclusion:The implementation of tutorial system for medical students in non-affiliated hospitals is an effective measure to improve the quality of training. We should make full use of the short intership, to improve the comprehensive quality of students by establishing perfect rules, regulations and teaching evaluation system, and educate students in accordance with their own ability.


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