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Acupuncture
: Further research is needed to determine whether acupuncture can effective treat skin disorders such as hives (itchy, red welts that form on the skin).Needles must be sterile in order to avoid disease transmission. Avoid with heart valve disease, infections, bleeding disorders or with drugs that increase the risk of bleeding (anticoagulants), medical conditions of unknown origin, and neurological disorders. Avoid on areas that have received radiation therapy and during pregnancy. Use cautiously with pulmonary disease (like asthma or emphysema). Use cautiously in elderly or medically compromised patients, diabetics, or with history of seizures. Avoid electroacupuncture with arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) or in patients with pacemakers.Natural Standard Monograph, Copyright © 2008 (www.naturalstandard.com).
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