4. Yu Shang

4. Yu Shang

Q: I’m a 19-year-old girl. Since late March, I’ve had widespread red rashes on my skin. The hospital diagnosed me with urticaria and prescribed Fangfeng Tongsheng Wan and loratadine tablets, as well as intravenous and intramuscular injections. Each time the symptoms improved for a day or two, then relapsed. I’ve had seafood allergies before, but I haven’t eaten seafood or chili peppers lately, yet the condition still hasn’t improved. What should I do?

A: For allergic conditions, it’s crucial to undergo systematic treatment consistently. Relying solely on allergy testing isn’t reliable, because allergens in the world are countless—some you can imagine, others you can’t. Seafood, mushrooms, and wood ear mushrooms are most likely culprits, so avoid these foods. Additionally, I recommend seeking diagnosis and treatment based on TCM differentiation, as its effectiveness varies from person to person and is often better than purely Western medicine.

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