'It was August 1, a time when New York children are generally wearing shorts and short-sleeved shirts. My first patient was 18 months old and dressed more appropriately for late fall. When we took off his clothes I saw why. He was covered head-to-toe with oozing, staph-infected lesions, which he promptly began to scratch. That explained the overdressing — it was the only deterrent to scratching ... I had expected quick resolution using oral medication-teas — based on my experience in China. I wasn't prepared for this level of severity.'Dr Xiu-Min LiThus began Dr Li's journey into the treatment of eczema in the United States, which afflicts some 15-20% of children and 10% of adults. This book represents years of collaboration with patients, parents, pediatricians, allergists and dermatologists to treat disorders that resist standard intervention, and in some cases are caused by conventional treatment in the form of topical corticosteroids. Chronic use of steroids by patients desperate for relief from itching, oozing and scaling, and subsequent withdrawal can result in severe physical and psychological symptoms.'It wasn't just the extent of the disease. It was also the toll it took on family quality of life. Kids were crying. Mothers were crying. They were all sleeping badly. Most of these families also had bad food allergies, but food allergy is a silent disease. People worry about it, but with eczema they suffer every day.'Dr LiThis is a book of scholarship. Dr Li, explores the literature of traditional Chinese medicine, which has a long history of describing and treating skin disorders, to find therapies that might benefit current patients. It is a book of science as Dr Li and her team use state-of-the-art technology to explore the mechanisms of disease, the therapeutic effects of the herbs, and ways to make them more effective. But it is also a book of compassion as patients and their families recount their experience of illness and the road back, after working with Dr Li's private practice.Dr Li has dual professorships in Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology, and Otolaryngology at New York Medical College. Dr Li and her team have long devoted to themselves to developing novel therapies for food allergy, asthma, eczema, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and Crohn's disease, among other inflammatory conditions.

Eczema is a common chronic skin condition that's difficult to treat using conventional Western treatments. Frequently accompanied by poor results and side effects, these treatments merely address the symptoms and fail to uncover the root cause. In contrast, Chinese medicine offers an effective and proven natural approach by targeting the underlying causes of chronic skin conditions, like eczema. This is the first book written by a Western Chinese medicine practitioner that focuses specifically on TCM eczema (eczema and neurodermatitis) and is a ground-breaking, hands-on guide adopting a modern and practical perspective. This book also contains detailed instructions on external applications such as washes, wet compresses, or ointments. Filled with real-life case studies, practical 'inside' hints, and accompanied by colour photographs, Treating Eczema and Neurodermatitis with Chinese Medicine provides practitioners with invaluable tools for making precise diagnosis and treatment.

A user-friendly guidebook for anyone interested in enhancing health and wellness, Integrative Healthcare Remedies for Everyday Life marries modern medical knowledge with a cross-cultural understanding of health and healing. The authors are a family of modern physicians who share a passion for the rapidly growing field of holistic and integrative health. Representing both Western diagnostics and complementary medicine, this reference offers practical guidance on incorporating simple remedies and therapies into everyday life. - Detailed preparation instructions facilitate the use of Chinese, Indian, and Western natural remedies. - Therapies from multiple Asian and Western medical systems are presented side by side to act as both a one-stop treatment guide and comparative reference. - Body system organization provides comprehensive coverage of both common and complex diseases and disorders. - Expert author team is a family of modern physicians who share a passion for the rapidly growing field of holistic and integrative health. - An eBook version is included with print purchase. The eBook allows students to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

This book represents a new and hopeful paradigm for treatment of diseases that are spreading globally as countries adopt Western lifestyles and standards of living. It describes the phenomenal science and clinical efficacy of the work of Dr Xiu-Min Li across a broad array of immune and inflammatory diseases. These include food allergies, asthma, eczema, 'new' diseases such as mast cell disorders, obesity, and mental health problems that are part of a worldwide 'epidemic of progress'.The most allergic people are caught in a cycle of medication, steroid dependency, emergency hospitalization, and curtailing their activities and diets to avoid triggers. Children are 'losing their childhoods.' They are fighting a battle against diet, climate change, and environmental degradation. Dr Li offers them hope by healing the entire immune system, not just address symptoms. In her practice Dr Li treats complex combinations of allergic diseases for all ages, from infancy through adulthood, bringing relief to people who have suffered terribly from oozing, bleeding skin, desperate breathing disorders, and life-threatening food allergies. She uses her vast knowledge of biochemistry to improve on the traditional decoctions to create refined versions suitable for modern tastes and lifestyles. In contrast with Western pharmaceuticals, which are the study of 'one molecule's effects on one other molecule' Dr Li's work shows the effects of multiple molecules on multiple other molecules. Increasing numbers of scientists are beginning to see the possibilities for their own research, with the prospects for more collaborations with prestigious institutions around the world. allergyblogawardsuk.co.uk/5-managing-asthma-allergies-with-henry-erlich/

Written to address conditions specifically associated with ethnic disparities in skin types, Treatments for Skin of Color, by Susan C. Taylor, Sonia Badreshia, Valerie D. Callender, Raechele Cochran Gathers and David A. Rodriguez helps you effectively diagnose and treat a wide-range of skin conditions found in non-white patients. Presented in an easy-to-use, templated format, this new reference encompasses medical dermatology and cosmetic procedures and provides you with evidence-based first and second line treatment options. Practical tips and other highlighted considerations minimize the risk of potential pitfalls. A dedicated section examines alternative therapies, some of which have cultural significance and may impact medical outcomes. An abundance of vivid color images and photos provide unmatched visual guidance for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Get information not found in mainstream dermatology references. Essential medical dermatology and cosmetic procedures as well as evidence-based first and second line treatment options provide you with specific information to treat a full range of conditions found in skin of color. Offer your patients the best care and avoid pitfalls. Evidence-based findings and practical tips equip you with the knowledge you need to recommend and discuss the most effective treatment options with your patients. Broaden your understanding of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) used by your patients. A special section examines the cultural significance and impact on medical outcomes caused by these alternative therapies. Spend less time searching with easy-to-use, templated chapters focused on visual identification and diagnosis of diseases across all skin tones, and recommended treatment options. Make rapid, confident decisions on diagnosis and treatment by comparing your clinical findings to the book’s extensive collection of 270 detailed illustrations.

Find relief from itchy, red skin with this complete guide to healing eczema, including alternative treatments, DIY remedies, dietary suggestions, patient testimonials, and so much more. Eczema is an intensely itchy, blistering, and inflamed skin condition that affects millions of people every day, yet many struggle to find treatments that actually work for them. The truth is, there is no cure or one-size-fits-all solution for eczema, but you can arm yourself with the information you need to determine what will work best for you. That’s where Break Free from Eczema comes in! This book is your guide to understanding how your genes, the environment you live in, your daily routines, and more can affect your skin, and how to use that information to determine the best course of action—specifically for you. This book provides practical tips and ideas on ways to manage eczema, including: - Alternative and complementary treatments you can try out at home - Clear explanations into the most current medical research on eczema, including topical steroid withdrawal - Questions you need to ask yourself and your medical professionals - Real-life stories of those who have dealt with this condition

Terminology Translation in Chinese Contexts: Theory and Practice investigates the theory and practice of terminology translation, terminology management, and scholarship within the distinctive milieu of Chinese and explores the complex relationship between terminology translation (micro level) and terminology management (macro level). This book outlines the contemporary challenges of terminology translation and terminology management within Chinese contexts in specialized fields including law, the arts, religion, Chinese medicine, and food products. The volume also examines how the development and application of new technologies such as big data, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence have brought about major changes in the language service industry. Technology such as machine translation and computer-assisted translation has spawned new challenges in terminology management practices and has facilitated their evolution in contexts of ever greater internationalization and globalization. This book recontextualizes terminology translation and terminology management with a special focus on English–Chinese translation. It is hoped that the volume will enable and enhance dialogue between Chinese and Western scholars and professionals in the field. All chapters have been written by specialists in the different subfields and have been peer-reviewed by the editors.

All-in-one guide puts everything you need to know about traditional and alternative medicine right at your fingertips. Its authors are leading practitioners in five differetn fields -- conventional medicine, homeopathy, traditional Chinese medicine, herbalism, and naturopathy -- writing on everything from aches and pains, sexual dysfunction, and the common cold to mind and spirit, anxiety, and general first aid. -- Adapted from back cover.

Cupping therapy is an ancient treatment method and has been used by many cultures for centuries for healing purposes. It is a matter of wonder whether this treatment method, which has become widespread and popular in recent years, is really effective. This book seeks an answer to this question and is a comprehensive summary of studies on cupping therapy. In these studies, it was investigated whether cupping therapy is effective on various diseases, how it reveals these effects, how long these effects last, and whether the cupping therapy has side effects. The book is an important resource for those who want to learn scientific facts about cupping therapy. Besides, it is a useful guide for cupping therapy practitioners, as it includes methods and application points that have been shown to be useful. With the hope to achieve healing under the leadership of science ...

Be sure your skin-care treatments have strong evidential support Evidence-based Dermatology, Third Edition takes a unique approach to clinical dermatology by emphasising use of only the highest quality available evidence when treating people with skin diseases. Beginning with a toolbox introduction to the practice of evidence-based dermatology, it then covers the application of evidence for dermatological treatments across a wide range of ailments, including: • Common inflammatory skin diseases • Skin cancer, moles and actinic keratoses • Infective skin disease, exanthems and infestations • Disorders of pigmentation In addition, many of the rarer skin disorders are also included so as to provide comprehensive coverage of the topic. World-leading experts in dermatology follow a clinical approach for each disease, and as well as providing their expert guidance on the description and diagnosis of dermatologic disorders, they also discuss common dilemmas that clinicians face when considering the best approach to patient management. ‘Key Points’ accompany each chapter to provide a quick review of the most important points. Clinically oriented and practically focused, Evidence-based Dermatology ensures that your treatments are entirely patient-focused and fully supported by the very latest medical evidence.