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Last time we discussed the treatment sequence for concurrent exterior and interior diseases, which is a general principle.When both exterior and interior diseases are present, the treatment sequence should be determined based on the severity and urgency of the condition.Those with more severe symptoms should be treated first, and those with more urgent symptoms should … Read more
This article contains approximately4600words, reading time is about9minutes This account updates on even days, please follow us Tracing the Origins of Chinese Characters (201) Light Fur and Its Inner Meaning—Discussing “Fur” and “Surface” (Part One) Author: Zhu Yinggui The previous article discussed the character “Dai” (带), which is part of the idiom “light fur and … Read more
The Relationship Between the Liver and Gallbladder The phrase “the liver and gallbladder illuminate each other” is often used to describe a close and supportive relationship between two individuals. Whenever this term is mentioned, one cannot help but admire the wisdom of the ancients. From a medical perspective, the liver (Gan) and gallbladder (Dan) are … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Today, we introduce the formula for releasing evils from both the exterior and interior, known as Biao Li Shuang Jie (表里双解). This formula consists of 解表药 (exterior-releasing herbs) combined with 泻下 (laxatives), 清热 (heat-clearing), and 温里药 (warming interior herbs), which work together to treat conditions affecting both the … Read more
Differentiation of Exterior and Interior Syndromes in Rural General Practice: Key points for distinguishing between exterior and interior syndromes, compiled by the Medical Education Network, along with corresponding practice questions, is hoped to assist candidates in preparing for the 2021 Rural General Practitioner Examination. Differentiation of Exterior and Interior Syndromes 【Frequency Index】★★★ 【Key Points Explanation】 … Read more
Transmission: Moxibustion | Gua Sha | Meridians | Acupoints | Health Preservation | Regulation | Health The Theory of Zang-Fu is a study that examines the physiological functions, pathological changes, and interrelationships of the internal organs (zang-fu) of the human body through the observation of external phenomena and signs. The zang-fu can be categorized into … Read more
Thousands of years ago, the “Huangdi Neijing” (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) revealed the relationship between the lungs and the large intestine. In today’s society, the emergence of many strange diseases is largely related to irregular eating habits, overeating, and the prevalence of various unhealthy foods, leading to frequent intestinal diseases such as colitis, rectitis, chronic … Read more
Exterior syndromes (biao zheng) are a unique pathological concept in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and hold significant importance within the TCM diagnostic and treatment system. Not only are exterior syndromes associated with diseases like the common cold, but they are also often present in many internal injuries and miscellaneous diseases. Concurrent interior-exterior syndromes (biao li … Read more
From the perspective of the human body, any disease can be categorized as either superficial (表, biao) or deep (里, li), or a combination of both. In terms of the upper, middle, and lower jiao, it can be classified as the upper jiao (上焦, shang jiao), middle jiao (中焦, zhong jiao), and lower jiao (下焦, … Read more
The Relationship Between Zang-Fu Organs and the Five Senses: The heart corresponds to the tongue, the liver to the eyes, the spleen to the mouth, the lungs to the nose, and the kidneys to the ears! 1. Heart Corresponds to the Tongue 1. A pale tongue indicates insufficient heart blood. 2. A red tongue indicates … Read more