Q I work full-time and find it hard to come often. How frequently do I need to come for dyshidrotic eczema treatment at Dongjedang?
A During the acute phase, visits 2-3 times a week are recommended, and once symptoms stabilize, this is reduced to once a week. Herbal medicine is usually adjusted while observing your condition at two-week intervals. The whole course is benchmarked at about three months; office workers can maintain their daily routine while being treated by using evening and Saturday appointments.
Detailed Answer
Here is the general flow of a Dongjedang dyshidrotic eczema treatment schedule. During the acute phase (weeks 1-4) when blisters and itching are severe, we aim for rapid stabilization with acupuncture 2-3 times a week and herbal prescriptions at two-week intervals. During the stable phase (the following several months), we reduce visits to once a week and lengthen the herbal medicine cycle as well. As even chronic dyshidrotic eczema cases have improved with about three months of consistent treatment, coming in at regular intervals is important.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
What matters more than the number of visits is consistency. To proceed in order through the three stages of clearing heat and resolving toxin, immune stabilization, and skin regeneration, each stage needs an appropriate interval, so we advise coming somewhat frequently early on and widening the intervals as you stabilize. Taking your busy schedule into account, we design together a plan you can realistically keep.
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