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
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
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
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
Fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Section 43 – Overview of Pathogenic Factors, Concept of the Six Excesses, and Common Pathogenic Characteristics
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
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
TCM Popular Science| Opinions may be controversial; content is for reference only. Written by | Anonymous Edited by | Zichu Last time, we discussed the Six Excesses (also known as the Six Evils or Six Thieves): Wind, Cold, Heat, Dampness, Dryness, Fire These six external evils can invade the body when the vital qi is … Read more
Six Excesses, namely Wind, Cold, Heat, Dampness, Dryness, and Fire, are collectively referred to as external pathogenic factors. The term “excess” implies an overwhelming presence. The Six Excesses are the primary causes of external diseases. The Six Excesses originate from the natural elements of Wind, Cold, Heat, Dampness, Dryness, and Fire. Under normal circumstances, these … Read more
Author| Anonymous Editor| Zichu Introduction to the Five Elements and Six Excesses What are the “Five Elements”? The Five Elements refer to the five categories of properties—Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth—used by ancient Chinese people to differentiate all things in the world, serving as a philosophical method to understand, grasp, and transform the world. … Read more