Endocrine Point

The endocrine point is a point on the ear that is used to treat a variety of conditions, including dysmenorrhea, irregular menstruation, menopausal syndrome, acne, tertian malaria, hyper/hypothyroidism, and other conditions.

Questions

• What is the endocrine point?
• Where is the endocrine point located?
• What are the indications for the endocrine point?
• What are the benefits of using the endocrine point?
• How is the endocrine point used?

Answers

• The endocrine point is a point on the ear that is used to treat a variety of conditions, including dysmenorrhea, irregular menstruation, menopausal syndrome, acne, tertian malaria, hyper/hypothyroidism, and other conditions.
• The endocrine point is located in the anterio-inferior area of the cavum concha medial to the intertragic notch, which is Zone 18 of the auricle.
• The indications for the endocrine point include:
  * Dysmenorrhea
  * Irregular menstruation
  * Menopausal syndrome
  * Acne
  * Tertian malaria
  * Hyper/hypothyroidism
  * Other conditions
• The benefits of using the endocrine point include:
  * Relief of pain and discomfort
  * Improvement in menstrual regularity
  * Reduction of hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms
  * Clearer skin
  * Reduced risk of malaria
  * Improved thyroid function
  * Other benefits
• The endocrine point is used by acupuncturists to insert needles into the ear. The needles are then manipulated to stimulate the point.