How does TCM treat flatulence

In traditional Chinese medicine, stomach flatulence may be caused by improper diet, and may also be related to spleen and stomach weakness, dampness syndrome and other causes. It needs symptomatic treatment according to the causes.

1. Patients with improper diet

should pay attention to developing the habit of regular and quantitative eating, and appropriately reduce the intake of gas-producing food. At the same time, with abdominal hot compress, it can alleviate stomach flatulence symptoms.

2. Patients with spleen and stomach weakness

should strictly control the intake of greasy food, and cooperate with acupuncture at Pishu, Tianshu, Weishu and other acupoints to improve spleen and stomach function. If necessary, traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions such as Buzhong Yiqi Decoction, Jianpi Decoction, Sijunzi Decoction, etc. can be used to strengthen spleen and regulate qi.

3. Patients with dampness syndrome

can properly moxibustion Zusanli, Hegu, Guanyuan and other acupoints to promote moisture excretion. And use Yinchenhao Decoction, Gegen Qinlian Decoction, Shenling Baizhu Powder and other prescriptions to clear heat and dampness.