Q I have rhinitis or asthma—can an immune tonic help with these respiratory conditions too?
A Since the root of rhinitis and asthma also lies in Lung Qi deficiency and lack of Defensive Qi, an immune tonic may help ease symptoms.
Detailed Answer
Allergic rhinitis and asthma are hypersensitivity reactions to external stimuli, but Korean medicine views them as a state where the defensive barrier has broken down due to weak Lung Qi. Strengthening Defensive Qi (Wei Qi) with Astragalus and Siler often reduces the frequency and intensity of allergic reactions. However, if asthma is severe, combining acupuncture treatment or an inhaler may be necessary.
Our Korean Medicine Clinic's Perspective
At Dongjedang, for lowered immunity accompanied by rhinitis or asthma, we don't simply prescribe a general immune tonic—we compose a formula that also considers protecting the Lung mucosa and modulating the allergic hypersensitivity reaction together. Changes in respiratory symptoms are also tracked as a progress indicator.
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