Understanding the Alternation of Cold and Heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding the Alternation of Cold and Heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine

寒热往来 (Hán Rè Wǎng Lái), or the alternation of cold and heat, is a syndrome characterized by alternating episodes of fever and chills. During fever, the individual feels hot without feeling cold, and during chills, they feel cold without feeling hot. These two states do not occur simultaneously but alternate frequently. This reflects a competition … Read more