Pathogenesis

Skin is the body's first line of defense and the largest organ, and abnormalities in the body can also be reflected on the surface of the skin. Skin diseases are common illnesses, and some are not easy to cure completely; they tend to recur after recovery, causing great distress to many patients.According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the causes of skin diseases can be divided into internal and external factors. External factors mainly include wind, cold, heat, dampness, dryness, fire, insect bites, and toxins. Internal factors include emotional disturbances, dietary indiscretions, fatigue, and damage to the organs. The pathogenesis is primarily attributed to disharmony between blood and qi and dysfunction of the organs, leading to wind, dampness, dryness, deficiency, and stagnation. TCM advocates treating external conditions by addressing their internal roots, focusing equally on local symptoms and overall health. Treatment methods are divided into internal and external treatments to achieve the effect of treating external diseases internally.The renowned late Qing dynasty physician Shi Jinmo was an expert in ancient texts and adept at using "counterbalancing herbs." He developed many pill and powder formulations for the convenience of patients, including the Blood Toxin Pill for Skin Diseases. Based on his understanding…