Chuan Mu Tong (川木通) In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there is a syndrome known as Damp-Heat Syndrome (湿热证), which can arise from both external pathogens and internal injuries. It can be quite troublesome to treat. Famous formulas such as San Ren Tang (三仁汤) and Long Dan Xie Gan Tang (龙胆泻肝汤) are well-known for treating this … Read more
Introduction: Documenting observations and insights from external studies. Recently, I have been revisiting the study of Warm Diseases during my free time after work, benefiting greatly from the book by Zhao Shaoqin and the video lectures by Teacher Fan Yingzhi. I would like to share some of my study notes, hoping they will assist you … Read more
Shen Jie San (神解散) originates from “Wen Bing Tiao Bian” (温病条辨), an experiential formula by the renowned Qing Dynasty warm disease expert Wu Ju Tong (吴鞠通). The formula consists of: Bai Jiang Can (白僵蚕, Fried Silkworm) 1 qian (3g), Chan Tui (蝉蜕, Cicada Slough) 5 pieces, Shen Qu (神曲, Medicinal Fermented Mass) 3 qian (9g), … Read more
Daily Learning March 8, 2022 ❤❤❤ ❤ Interpretation of “Xue Shengbai’s Discussion on Damp-Heat Syndrome” [Original Text] Damp-Heat Syndrome: Initially presents with aversion to cold, later only heat without cold, sweating, chest fullness, white tongue coating, thirst without desire to drink. (1) [Interpretation] This passage discusses the clinical manifestations of the initial stage of Damp-Heat … Read more
In the summer, I often soak my dirty clothes in water before washing them promptly. One time, due to an unexpected event, I left the clothes soaking in the basin and forgot about them. When I returned home the next day, I was surprised to find that the clothes, which had been soaked in cold … Read more
This article’s introduction When discussing summer dampness and heat, the most important and easily observable sign is the tongue coating. It has been previously explained how to observe the tongue coating. Ultimately, it is essential to emphasize the combination of symptoms, tongue coating, and pulse condition. 1 Typical Damp-Heat Tongue Cases Now let’s look at … Read more
Compiled by Xiao Zhi Yi, practical skills and knowledge points that must be learned Section Two: Damp-Heat Syndrome Key Point One: “Damp-Heat Syndrome, initial aversion to cold… white tongue, thirst without desire to drink.” 【Original Text】Damp-Heat Syndrome, initial aversion to cold, later only heat without cold, sweating with chest oppression, white tongue, thirst without desire … Read more
Professor Zhao Shaoqin was born into a family of imperial physicians and is a lifelong professor at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. He serves as a consultant for the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a director of the Chinese Medical Foundation, an advisor for the Chinese Oriental Culture Research Association, and a member of … Read more
▲ Master Li Zhenhua （1924.11-2017.5） Li Zhenhua, the first Master of Traditional Chinese Medicine, served as the chief physician at the Henan Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and was one of the national renowned experts in traditional Chinese medicine. He has made significant contributions in clinical practice. Below, we present Master Li’s experience in … Read more
‘Differentiation of Damp-Heat Syndrome’ Damp-heat syndrome begins with aversion to cold, followed by heat without cold, sweating, chest oppression, a white tongue, and thirst without desire to drink. (1) This is the outline of damp-heat syndrome. Damp-heat diseases mostly belong to the Yangming and Taiyin meridians. If the central qi is strong, the disease is … Read more