What traditional Chinese medicine should be taken for otitis externa? Analysis of hot health topics in 10 days
Among the recent health topics on the Internet, the treatment of otitis externa has become a hot search topic. This article will combine the hot discussions in the past 10 days, sort out the TCM treatment plans, and attach data analysis on hot topics.
1. Popular health topics on the Internet in the past 10 days

| Ranking | topic | Search volume (10,000) | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prevention and treatment of ear diseases in summer | 85.6 | Baidu/Douyin |
| 2 | Chinese medicine therapy for otitis externa | 72.3 | WeChat/Xiaohongshu |
| 3 | Swimming ear protection measures | 65.8 | Weibo/Zhihu |
| 4 | Traditional Chinese medicine external application formula | 58.2 | Station B/Kuaishou |
2. Commonly used Chinese medicine treatment options for otitis externa
| Chinese medicine name | Efficacy | Usage | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coptis chinensis | Clear away heat and detoxify | Wash with boiled water | Pregnant women should use with caution |
| Honeysuckle | Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial | Take tea orally | No more than 10g per day |
| dandelion | Reduce swelling and dissipate knots | Crush and apply externally | Use with caution if you have allergies |
| Sophora flavescens | Dehumidify and kill insects | Decoction and fumigation | avoid eyes |
3. Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome Differentiation Treatment Plan
According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, otitis externa can be divided into three syndrome types, corresponding to different combinations of traditional Chinese medicine:
| Certificate type | Main symptoms | Recommended prescriptions | Course of treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damp heat type | The ear canal is moist and has a lot of secretions | Longdan Xiegan Decoction | 7-10 days |
| Wind heat type | Obvious redness, swelling, heat and pain | Yinqiao powder addition and subtraction | 5-7 days |
| Spleen deficiency and dampness syndrome | Recurrent attacks, thin exudate | Shenlingbaizhu powder addition and subtraction | 14 days |
4. Recently popular traditional Chinese medicine formulas for external use
According to data from Xiaohongshu and Douyin platforms, the following three topical formulas are the most discussed:
| Recipe name | Main ingredients | How to use | heat index |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanhuang ear cleaning solution | Coptis chinensis, Phellodendron cypress, rhubarb | Rinse 2 times a day | ★★★☆☆ |
| honeysuckle spray | Honeysuckle, mint | 3-5 times a day | ★★★★☆ |
| Sophora flavescens ointment | Sophora flavescens, sesame oil | Apply before going to bed | ★★☆☆☆ |
5. Things to note
1. It is recommended to conduct an allergy test before using Chinese medicine.
2. Acute suppurative otitis externa requires prompt medical treatment
3. Pregnant women and children must follow medical advice when taking medication.
4. Keep ears dry during treatment
5. Avoid swimming and excessive ear picking
6. Extension of recent hot topics
Judging from the data, the topic of otitis externa treatment is highly correlated with the following content: summer swimming protection (correlation 78%), antibacterial research on traditional Chinese medicine (correlation 65%), ear health exercises (correlation 52%), etc. It is recommended that patients pay attention to these extended contents during treatment to obtain more comprehensive health knowledge.
The above content combines the hot discussions and expert advice on major platforms in the past 10 days, hoping to provide valuable reference for patients with otitis externa. Please be sure to consult a professional Chinese medicine practitioner for actual medication use.
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