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Can acupuncture help skin conditions?
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Never heard it being: Used for skin conditions, but there are some skin conditions triggered by internal illnesses for which acupuncture may indirectly help.
Answered 11/28/2014
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Yes: Major energy moving treatments (use of meridian) can be especially helpful for people with particular skin conditions.
Answered 9/28/2016
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