Summary of Diagnosis and Treatment for Xu Lao Disease in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Summary of Diagnosis and Treatment for Xu Lao Disease in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The disease of Xu Lao (虚劳) should be classified according to the Nan Jing (难经) into three categories: upper damage, middle damage, and lower damage. The so-called upper damage includes damage to the heart and lungs, which is described as “one damage affects the skin and hair, causing the skin to shrink and hair to … Read more

A Brief Discussion on Ginseng

A Brief Discussion on Ginseng

When it comes to Ginseng (Ren Shen), everyone is likely familiar with it. Its efficacy is unparalleled, as it greatly replenishes Yuan Qi (元气) and is the primary medicine for treating Xu Lao (虚劳)! The medical book from the Yuan Dynasty, Shiyao Shenfang (十药神方), records the formula Dushen Decoction (独参汤), which uses 2 taels of … Read more