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Acupoints for Chloasma

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Protocol (11 points)

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Point selection reported in a published study.

ChloasmaPigmentation FacialMelasma
Point 1 of 11

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated during pregnancy; avoid in first trimester.

🛡️ Treats: fever, tinnitus, release:exterior, amenorrhea, wind

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doi:10.1155/2018/6438458 ↗

Protocol (16 points)

90%

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

LassitudeAbdominal DistentionChloasmaShoulder PainLoose StoolNeck Muscular PainQuick Temper
Point 1 of 16

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated during pregnancy; avoid in first trimester.

🛡️ Treats: fever, tinnitus, release:exterior, amenorrhea, wind

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HU Jin-sheng. Acupuncture Treatment of Chloasma. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2008, 28(4): 305-307

Protocol (13 points)

90%

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

ChloasmaSkin Pigmentation
Point 1 of 13

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated during pregnancy; avoid in first trimester.

🛡️ Treats: fever, tinnitus, release:exterior, amenorrhea, wind

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Feng XJ, Fu JY, Liu F. Clinical Observation on the Combined Use of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine for Treatment of Chloasma. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 30(1): 15-17

Related Symptoms

Other symptoms often treated alongside chloasma:

pigmentation facialmelasmalassitudeabdominal distentionpain shoulderloose stool

Using Acupoints for Chloasma

Self-Treatment Guidelines

  • Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
  • Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
  • Treat 2-3 times daily for best results

When to Seek Professional Help

  • Severe or persistent chloasma
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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