A Case Report of Hot Flush-Type Rosacea Improved by Baekho-tang

Objectives This study aims to report a case of hot flush-type rosacea improved by oral administration of Baekho-tang. Methods The patient visited our clinic due to hot flash symptom on April 16, 2020. Based on the symptoms of hating heat, bloating, sweating, and thirst, traditional medicine Baekho-tang was prescribed. Results After 5 days of taking Baekho-tang, the symptom score of hot flush improved significantly from 8 to 3. About a week later, most of the symptoms, including hot flush, edema, and burning sensation almost disappeared. After treatment, the follow-up process was conducted for about a month, and it was confirmed that the flushing of the face did not recur and remained improved. Conclusions After a week of Baekho-tang administration, hot flush, burning sensation, edema and other symptoms associated with rosacea improved overall. Keywords: Rosacea, Facial flush, Baekho-tang, MyeonGu (面垢), Case reports