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Acupuncture Points for Pustules

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Pustules:

AcneCystsNodulesPapulesHeat Lung-stomach

Points cited for Pustules

How often each point appears across the 2 entries ranked highest for Pustules. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 2
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 2
  • BL13Lung Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • CV24Saliva ReceptacleConception Vessel1 of 2
  • GB14Yang BrightGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
  • GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • SI19Palace Of HearingSmall Intestine Meridian1 of 2
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian1 of 2
  • ST04Earth GranaryStomach Meridian1 of 2
  • ST06Jaw BoneStomach Meridian1 of 2

No study in this index covers Pustules

Every protocol below comes from a clinical text or a website. Nothing here has a published trial behind it, so no two independent sources have been shown to agree. How often that happens

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (10 points)

90%

LI04 · LI11 · ST04 · ST06 · SI19 · BL13 · GB14 · CV24 · GV14 · GV20

PapulesNodulesAcnePustulesCysts
Point 1 of 10

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: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Liu Zhaohui. Clinical Observation on the Effect of Earlobe-Bleeding plus Body Acupuncture in 78 Cases of Common Acne. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2000, 20(4): 262-264

Protocol (6 points)

90%

LI04 · LI11 · ST36 · SP06 · TB05 · GB34

PapulesNodulesAcnePustulesCystsHeat Lung-stomach
Point 1 of 6

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: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Liu Zhaohui. Clinical Observation on the Effect of Earlobe-Bleeding plus Body Acupuncture in 78 Cases of Common Acne. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2000, 20(4): 262-264
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Using Acupoints for Pustules

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 Pustules
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.