Acupuncture treatment of acute pancreatitis

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-02-01

Acute pancreatitis is a sudden, serious disease that is often caused by factors such as intemperate diet, overeating, mood swings, or biliary tract infections and roundworm infections. These reasons lead to the inability of pancreatic juice to be discharged normally, causing qi stagnation and blood coagulation, blocking the middle coke, and causing the spleen, stomach and liver and gallbladder qi to flow and drain out of balance. Patients will experience persistent, severe pain in the upper abdomen that radiates to the lower back and shoulders. At the same time, patients may also experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, fever, abdominal distension, and jaundice. In severe cases, patients may even develop shock. Laboratory tests show an increase in the total number of white blood cells and the proportion of neutrophils in the blood, as well as an increase in the amount of amylase in the blood and urine. Changes in these markers can help doctors confirm the diagnosis of acute pancreatitis.

Acupuncture** is an effective method for acute edematous pancreatitis. However, for acute hemorrhagic necrotizing pancreatitis, needle prick should be used with caution**. This is because hemorrhagic necrotizing pancreatitis can lead to serious complications like peritonitis, infection, etc. Therefore, the patient's condition and risk should be fully assessed before the first day to ensure the safety and efficacy of the patient.

Acute pancreatitis is a common digestive disorder, and acupuncture is one of the most effective. Acupuncture and moxibustion for acute pancreatitis, the main acupoints include the upper navel, the middle navel, the Liangmen, the Neiguan, the Zusanli and the lower Juxu. These acupuncture points are mainly distributed in the abdomen and limbs, and by stimulating these acupuncture points, they can reconcile qi and blood, dredge the meridians, and thus relieve the symptoms of acute pancreatitis. In the process of acupuncture**, acupuncture points are also a very important part. Acupuncture points such as Spleen Yu, Bile Yu, Yangling Spring, Qiuxu and Quchi can be selected according to the specific situation of the patient. These acupuncture points are mainly distributed in the back and upper limbs, and by stimulating these acupuncture points, the function of the viscera can be adjusted and the effect can be enhanced. It is important to note that the acupuncture points on the trunk should be shallow, while the acupuncture points on the extremities should be deeply pierced. This allows for better stimulation of acupuncture points while avoiding unnecessary damage. Strong stimulation can enhance the ** effect, but it also needs to be adjusted according to the patient's specific situation. Acupuncture** 2-3 times a day, leaving the needles on for 30 minutes each time. This ensures the continued effect of acupuncture** and better relieves the symptoms of acute pancreatitis. Finally, it should be emphasized that acupuncture**acute pancreatitis**Although effective, it is not the only method**. If the patient develops symptoms such as generalized abdominal tenderness, significant muscle tension, persistent high fever, abdominal distension, and ascites within 1-3 hours after acupuncture, the patient should seek medical attention immediately, and use drugs or other ** for a combination**.

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