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Acupuncture, Moxibustion Reduce Inflammation of the Aorta

Aortitis is a swelling of the aorta, the main trunk of systemic arteries that carry blood away from the heart. It can be caused by conditions such as rheumatic fever or syphilis and, if left untreated, can dramatically reduce the flow of blood to the brain and upper body. A recent study published in the Journal of Traditional Medicine has found that a combination of acupuncture and moxibustion is superior to a regimen of Western drugs and salvia in the treatment of aortitis, reducing inflammation and improving blood flow without unwanted side-effects.

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