Thirty-eight cases of uterine bleeding of spleen deficiency treated with wheat-grain size cone moxibustion and herbal plaster on the umbilicus

Abstract Objective To introduce an effective method in treatment of uterine bleeding of spleen deficiency. Methods A total of 38 patients were treated with wheat-grain size cone moxibustion and herbal plaster on the umbilicus. The wheat-grain size cone moxibustion was used at Guānyuan (关元 CV 4) and Yĭn bai (隐白 SP 1), 20 moxa cones at each acupoint were required in each treatment. The treatment was given once every two days and three treatments made 1 course. Additionally, the herbal plaster was dressed on the umbilicus. The dressing changed once every day. After 2 courses of treatment, the therapeutic effect was observed. Results Regarding the effects of uterine bleeding, of 38 cases, 12 cases were cured, accounting for 31.58%, 17 cases effective remarkably, accounting for 44.74%, 4 cases effective, accounting for 10.53% and 5 cases failed, accounting for 13.16%. The total effective rate was 86.84%. The symptoms of spleen deficiency were relieved in 38 patients, such as sallow complexion, lassitude, short breathing, dislike of speaking, no appetite and cold limbs. Conclusion The combined treatment with wheat-grain size cone moxibustion and herbal plaster on the umbilicus achieves significant effects on uterine bleeding of spleen deficiency.