October 16, 2023

What is psoriasis in TCM? In Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM), psoriasis is referred to as “Bai Bi”(白疕), commonly known as “Niu Pi Xian”(牛皮癣). It is a chronic, stubborn, and easily recurrent inflammatory skin condition characterized by red papules or plaques covered with multiple layers of silvery-white scales, thin membranes, dewdrop-like bleeding points, and severe itching. TCM believes that