Under the guidance of Western medicine and nutritional theories, the mainstream view holds that after recovering from an illness, it is necessary to promptly replenish nutrition. This so-called nutrition mainly refers to protein; that is, delicious foods such as meat, eggs, and dairy. Among patients who have recovered from fever, some immediately start cooking a … Read more
The common cold is characterized by fever, chills, body aches, nasal congestion, sneezing, throat irritation, and cough. The term “common cold” first appeared in the book “Ren Zhai Zhi Zhi Fang – Various Winds”: “Shen Su Decoction treats the common cold caused by wind evil, with fever, headache, heavy cough, and thick nasal discharge.” 【Etiology … Read more
Dr. Liu specializes in treating exogenous febrile diseases, particularly in the management of colds and influenza. His unique insights span diagnosis, treatment principles, prescriptions, and medication.（一）Principles and Methods, Respecting the ClassicsFirstly, Dr. Liu’s understanding of colds and influenza is deeply rooted in classical texts. The “Nanjing – Difficulties 58” states: “There are five types of … Read more
1.Identification of Exogenous Pathogens(1), Epidemic FactorsThe pathogen of influenza is a filterable virus. However, due to the existence of different types of viruses and their mutations, the complexity of the influenza epidemic pattern increases. Although traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has not directly observed pathogens, it has noted the external factors of the natural environment and … Read more
This article is approximately 1800 words. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has significant advantages in treating externally contracted diseases. At Kun You Tang, we have treated numerous patients with fever and accumulated extensive experience. Previously, we often educated patients on proper care knowledge, but many were still misled by incorrect care practices, leading to prolonged illness … Read more
1. Concepts and Characteristics External pathogenic diseases refer to illnesses caused by the invasion of external pathogens. In various TCM literature, external pathogens are classified in multiple ways, such as wind, cold, dampness, heat, dryness, fire, warmth, and heat. According to Han Chinese medicine, these pathogens are categorized into five types based on their cold-heat … Read more
Theoretical Issues in the Early Stage of Exogenous DiseasesXiao Xiangru1. What is the exterior syndrome (biao zheng)?2. Is the exterior syndrome equivalent to the early stage of exogenous diseases?3. What is the mechanism of the formation of “aversion to cold” (e han)?4. Can exogenous heat pathogens lead to “aversion to cold”?5. Can the severity of … Read more
Hello everyone~~ The “Preventive Health” team is here to share knowledge again! Today, let’s talk about the six external pathogenic factors commonly mentioned in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). These are Wind (Feng), Cold (Han), Summer Heat (Shu), Dampness (Shi), Dryness (Zao), and Fire (Huo). These factors are referred to as the Six External Pathogenic Factors. … Read more
External Pathogenic Factors External pathogenic factors refer to the disease-causing elements that invade the body from the outside, either through the skin or through the mouth and nose, leading to external diseases. External diseases are a category of illnesses caused by external pathogenic factors, typically characterized by sudden onset, with initial symptoms often including chills … Read more
Common Cold Overview: The common cold is a common external pathogenic disease caused by the invasion of wind evil, leading to the invasion of the lung’s defensive qi and disharmony of the defensive layer. Clinical manifestations are characterized by nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, cough, headache, chills, fever, general malaise, and floating pulse. This disease … Read more