Three months of traditional Chinese medicine treatment for flat warts

Patients with flat warts who drink traditional Chinese medicine for three months usually have a certain effect, but the specific efficacy varies from person to person. Flat warts are often caused by human papillomavirus infection, and traditional Chinese medicine mainly improves physical fitness through clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis. Common conditioning directions include enhancing immunity, inhibiting virus replication, promoting skin repair, etc. Commonly used traditional Chinese medicines include Radix Isatidis, Folium Isatidis, Portulaca oleracea, Coix seed, Paeonia lactiflora, etc.

Traditional Chinese medicine needs to treat flat warts based on syndrome differentiation. Huanglian Jiedu Tang is commonly used for damp heat accumulation type, and Taohong Siwu Tang is commonly used for blood stasis type. Some patients may gradually shrink and shed their warts after taking traditional Chinese medicine, and their skin condition may improve. The treatment cycle of traditional Chinese medicine is relatively long, with three months being a routine course of treatment. Some stubborn warts may require longer time for adjustment. During the treatment period, it is necessary to follow a regular schedule and avoid scratching the affected area.

A small number of patients may experience poor tolerance or unclear efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine, which is related to individual differences, inaccurate syndrome differentiation, and special virus typing. If there is no improvement after taking it continuously for three months, it is recommended to combine it with physical therapy such as laser freezing. During the adjustment of traditional Chinese medicine, mild diarrhea, decreased appetite, and other reactions may occur. Generally, adjusting the prescription can alleviate these symptoms, but severe discomfort should be promptly discontinued. During the treatment of flat warts with traditional Chinese medicine, one should maintain a light diet, avoid spicy foods, and supplement with vitamin rich fruits and vegetables appropriately. Avoid sharing personal items such as towels with others to prevent cross infection. Regular follow-up visits are required during the treatment process to adjust the prescription, and it is not recommended to extend the medication cycle on one's own. If the wart suddenly enlarges, bleeds, or is accompanied by pain, seek medical attention immediately to rule out the possibility of malignancy.