Although there didn't seem to be any major issues on the surface, the patient had digestive problems, so a prescription was prepared to resolve the digestive symptoms and replenish vital essence and blood (Yin and Blood).
For children with weak, cold digestive systems, it is essential to first stabilize digestive function to support growth and immunity. The digestive organs must function properly for nutrients to be absorbed effectively, which in turn contributes to physical growth.
This patient previously experienced significant improvement with herbal medicine and acupuncture at Yon Korean Medicine Clinic for symptoms of fatigue, lack of energy, digestive issues, and skin problems. They hadn't visited for a while, but during that time, they went through many mentally stressful events.
As a result, skin symptoms reappeared, and they received extensive steroid treatment, which led to elevated liver enzyme levels in blood tests. This was a case where digestive issues were the root cause of the skin symptoms, and after the stress, the digestive issues and other related symptoms began to surface one by one.
In such cases, I advise patients not to be impatient and to address things step by step. We started with medicine to improve digestion and replenish energy (Qi).
When skin conditions, especially on the face, appear, it causes significant distress and a drop in self-esteem, leading many to seek steroid prescriptions for a quick fix. However, one should carefully evaluate the benefits and risks of such treatments.
