external pathogenic factors

Etiology Theory (Part 1): External Pathogenic Factors and Internal Injuries. Six Excesses, Seven Emotions, Diet, Work and Rest

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Etiology Theory (Part 1): External Pathogenic Factors and Internal Injuries. Six Excesses, Seven Emotions, Diet, Work and Rest

The concept and classification of etiology: The causes that lead to diseases in the human body are referred to as etiology, also known as “pathogenic factors,” “pathogens” (historically referred to as “disease sources”), and “evil pathogens.” Diseases are pathological processes caused by pathogenic factors under certain conditions, including the forms of onset, pathogenesis, development patterns, … Read more

What is the Concept of ‘Liu Yin’ in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

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What is the Concept of 'Liu Yin' in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Introduction: This article is a compilation of the WeChat lecture notes from Teacher Zhou Shuijin’s “Learn TCM Easily” course. “Liu Yin” refers to external pathogenic factors in TCM etiology. Let’s explore how they harm our bodies and what symptoms arise when we are affected by them. Teacher Zhou discusses the foundational theories of TCM Lecture … Read more

The Influence of Six Qi and Six Excesses on Human Physiological Activities

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The Influence of Six Qi and Six Excesses on Human Physiological Activities

Introduction: The “Six Excesses” refer to the six types of climate in nature: wind, cold, heat, dampness, dryness, and fire, which can be excessive or insufficient. When these climatic factors occur out of season or when the body’s resistance decreases and cannot adapt to these changes, they become pathogenic evils. This concept differs from that … Read more

Prevention and Recovery from External Pathogenic Factors

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Prevention and Recovery from External Pathogenic Factors

As winter arrives, it is also the peak season for colds and pneumonia. Today, we will extend our discussion from the perspective of external pathogenic factors, focusing on prevention and the so-called sequelae or recurrence issues after recovery. The Neijing states, “When the righteous qi is preserved within, evil cannot invade.” This phrase has been … Read more

My Experience with External Pathogenic Fever

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My Experience with External Pathogenic Fever

Since October, a wave of external pathogenic factors has been intensifying. On November 20 (Monday), I personally experienced the process of this round of external pathogenic fever. In the past two days at the clinic, I have continuously treated many patients with external pathogenic fever and cough, mainly children, which left me feeling quite exhausted. … Read more

Understanding Epidemic Qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding Epidemic Qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Click↑ Follow us in blue! (1) Basic Concept of Epidemic Qi Epidemic Qi (lè qì) is a type of highly infectious pathogenic factor, also known as malevolent Qi, epidemic Qi, toxic Qi, foreign Qi, mixed Qi, and perverse Qi. Epidemic Qi is transmitted through the air and contact. Unlike the Six Excesses (liù yín), it … Read more

Fundamental Theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine | External Pathogenic Factors

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Fundamental Theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine | External Pathogenic Factors

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

Understanding the Six Excessive Evils: How Nature’s Elements Become Pathogenic (Differentiation of Disease Causes)

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Understanding the Six Excessive Evils: How Nature's Elements Become Pathogenic (Differentiation of Disease Causes)

Promoting Traditional Chinese Medicine, Self-Medication for Everyone In spring, there are a hundred flowers; in autumn, the moon; in summer, a cool breeze; in winter, snow. If one has no trivial matters on their mind, it is indeed a good time in the human world. From the Huangdi Neijing: “Wind predominates movement, heat predominates swelling, … Read more

Characteristics of Pathogenic Factors from the Six Excesses

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Characteristics of Pathogenic Factors from the Six Excesses

In ancient times, the excessive and deficient factors of wind, cold, summer heat, dampness, dryness, and fire were referred to as the “Six Excesses” (Liù Yín). The pathogenic effects of the Six Excesses have the following five characteristics: 1. The Six Excesses often invade the human body through the skin or the mouth and nose, … Read more