How to deal with blisters caused by Sanfu moxibustion

Blisters caused by Sanfu moxibustion mainly occur in many patients. Almost 80% of patients will show local skin flushing, burning sensation, and slight tingling. Small blisters that appear on the applied part will disappear in about three days. This is a kind of effect of the disease after taking the medicine. Some may be absorbed naturally. If you are worried about scars left by the blisters, you can use some scar removal methods to treat it.

Why does blisters appear after Sanfu moxibustion?

Sanfu moxibustion is also known as "blistering moxibustion". More than 80% of patients will experience local skin flushing, burning, mild tingling, and small blisters at the site of the medicine application. Most people will experience blisters within three days. This is normal, which means the drug is taking effect. It will usually disappear after two to three days of natural absorption of the drug.

Some patients have tender skin or are sensitive to drugs, and will experience burning pain and itching that lasts longer than most people. A small number of people cannot tolerate the burning and itching pain of the skin and need to go to the hospital for treatment.

For friends who are worried about blistering and leaving scars, it is recommended that you keep the Tianjiu patch on for 10 to 15 minutes after you feel a burning sensation and then remove it. This can avoid skin damage and also have a good therapeutic effect. There is no need to wait until blistering occurs before removing it, otherwise it will cause skin itching and pain.

Why does blisters appear after Sanfu moxibustion? What causes blisters after Sanfu moxibustion? What to do after Sanfu moxibustion?

What to do if blisters occur after moxibustion

It is recommended that people with sensitive skin should not apply the medicine for too long each time, 1 hour is enough. You can apply matcha oil or other vegetable oils to the red and swollen areas (soaking honeysuckle in tea oil will have a better effect in reducing inflammation and relieving heat), or apply anti-inflammatory and antipruritic skin ointments, such as green ointment and moist burn ointment. Also, avoid breaking the blisters and prevent infection. Do not apply pressure or scratch them. Do not rub them when bathing, and do not scrub them with irritating shower gels. Just wash with clean water.

If the blisters are broken, they can be disinfected with iodine and gentamicin injection can be applied to prevent skin infection. If the blisters are particularly severe, you should go to the hospital immediately and let the doctor help you treat it.

It should also be noted that you should not shower or take a bath within 10 hours after applying the medicine; if your skin has blisters or is damaged, or if you suffer from diseases such as tuberculosis, bronchiectasis, acute pharyngitis, etc., you should not use Sanfujixibustion for treatment.

From the article we can understand that blisters after Sanfu moxibustion are a normal phenomenon, so friends do not need to worry too much. However, after blisters appear, special attention should be paid to some small details to avoid leaving scars. 》》Recommended reading: The efficacy and function of Sanfu moxibustion