Lung cancer is one of the most common malignant tumors in China, posing a serious threat to human health and life. The biological characteristics of lung cancer are very complex, with a high degree of malignancy. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) plays an indispensable role in the treatment of lung cancer, with a history of thousands … Read more
Expert Interpretation: Xing Yufeng, Department of Hepatology, Shenzhen Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital Author: Shi Congcong, Fourth Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine Primary liver cancer refers to malignant tumors originating from liver cells or the epithelial cells of the intrahepatic bile ducts. It is one of the most common cancers globally. In 2020, … Read more
Having discussed the dual supplementation of Yin and Yang and the treatment of both liver and kidney with Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus), and the five flavors of Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra), let us now talk about the commonly used herb, Rou Gui (Cinnamon). Many people recognize Rou Gui primarily in the culinary field, used in … Read more
Warming Yang herbs are used to treat interior cold syndromes, primarily functioning to warm the interior and dispel cold, also known as warming interior herbs. Warming Yang herbs are mostly pungent, warm, and hot in nature; pungent can move and disperse, while warm can promote qi and blood circulation, effectively reaching the organs to warm … Read more
Sjögren’s syndrome is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease primarily affecting the exocrine glands. Due to the immune inflammatory response mainly manifesting in the epithelial cells of the exocrine glands, patients typically present with dry mouth and dry eyes due to impaired function of the salivary and lacrimal glands. Additionally, other exocrine glands and organs outside … Read more
Yang deficiency is a common issue we encounter. Some individuals, upon experiencing Yang deficiency, directly use Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan (Kidney Qi Pill) to warm and tonify Yang, but end up with symptoms of excess heat. What is the reason for this? To tonify Yang, it is essential to first understand the differences between … Read more
Fighting Epidemics: Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) Has Never Been Absent Written by: Wang Ziyuan, Chief Pharmacist, Pharmacy Department In traditional medicine, “epidemics” refer to severe infectious diseases caused by highly pathogenic microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses. According to the “History of Epidemics in China,” there have been 321 epidemics in China over the past two … Read more
Introduction to Chuanxiong 【Common Name】Chuanxiong 【Other Names】 【Traditional Chinese Medicine Name】Chuanxiong (《汤液本草》) 【Pinyin】Chuanxiong 【English Name】RHIZOMA CHUANXIONG 【Synonyms】Shanjuqiong (《左传》), Xiongruan (《本经》), Xiangguo (《吴普本草》), Huliang (《别录》), Maxianxiongruan (Tao Hongjing), Quenaoxiong, Jingxiong (《本草图经》), Guanxiong (《珍珠囊》), Fuxiong (《丹溪心法》), Taixiong (《本草蒙筌》), Xixiong (《纲目》). 【Source】The rhizome of the plant Chuanxiong from the Umbelliferae family. 【Plant Morphology】Chuanxiong is a perennial herb. The … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) often states that “blood stasis causes a hundred diseases.” Conditions such as headaches, shoulder and back pain, lower back and leg pain, cervical spondylosis, and sciatica may be caused by blood stasis. Furthermore, blood stasis can affect the flow of Qi and blood, leading to phlegm-dampness. When phlegm-dampness combines with blood … Read more
Author: Zhu Sha, Guangdong Pharmaceutical Association, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University Wang Qingren (1768-1831), courtesy name Xuncheng, was a notable physician from Yahuqiao, Yutian County, Zhili Province (now Yutian County, Hebei Province) during the Qing Dynasty. Wang Qingren was a physician with innovative ideas, and over 42 years, he authored the book “Yilin … Read more