TCM Treatment

Data Analysis of TCM Epidemic Treatment in the Tang and Song Dynasties: “Supporting the Right and Expelling the Evil” as the Main Treatment Principle

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Data Analysis of TCM Epidemic Treatment in the Tang and Song Dynasties: "Supporting the Right and Expelling the Evil" as the Main Treatment Principle

This official account is the WeChat of the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. If you have not followed yet, please click the blue “Chinese Medicine” above to follow. Recently, the “Shanghai Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine” published a research result led by Professor Yang Aidong from Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine titled “Data … Read more

Strengthening the Body and Expelling Pathogens: A Holistic Approach in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Strengthening the Body and Expelling Pathogens: A Holistic Approach in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Mr. Gao is a patient with coronary atherosclerotic heart disease, who came to the municipal TCM hospital’s preventive treatment department due to “palpitations and chest tightness for many years”. After examining the patient, Director Gao Jiaqi, a chief TCM physician, found that the patient experienced discomfort in the epigastric region, fullness after eating, poor appetite, … Read more

The Timeless Formula for Strengthening the Body and Expelling Pathogens: Ren Shen Bai Du San

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The Timeless Formula for Strengthening the Body and Expelling Pathogens: Ren Shen Bai Du San

Taiji Luo Wan Xiang Ren Shen Bai Du San (Ginseng Decoction to Overcome Pathogenic Factors) is hailed as the “first formula for strengthening the body and expelling pathogens” and is a brilliant gem in TCM treatment. It effectively addresses common ailments such as colds, coughs, and viral infections, along with many lesser-known benefits. Ren Shen … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment for Lung Cancer: Harmonizing Qi and Blood, Supporting the Right and Expelling Evil

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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

The Life Wisdom of the Huangdi Neijing: A Discussion on the Application of the “Support the Right and Expel the Evil” Concept in Liver Cancer Treatment

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The Life Wisdom of the Huangdi Neijing: A Discussion on the Application of the "Support the Right and Expel the Evil" Concept in Liver Cancer Treatment

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

Cinnamon: A Dual-Purpose Herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Cinnamon: A Dual-Purpose Herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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

A Discussion on Warming Yang Herbs and Yang Supplementing Herbs

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A Discussion on Warming Yang Herbs and Yang Supplementing Herbs

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

Using Yang-Warming Methods to Treat Sjögren’s Syndrome

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Using Yang-Warming Methods to Treat Sjögren's Syndrome

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

What Are the Differences Between Warming Yang, Tonifying Yang, and Unblocking Yang?

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What Are the Differences Between Warming Yang, Tonifying Yang, and Unblocking Yang?

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

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Fighting Epidemics: Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) Has Never Been Absent

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