Influenza - Liu Xing Xing Gan Mao
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Definition
An exogenous disease caused by Wind and seasonal Exogenous Evils.
Causes and Pathological Mechanisms
- Attack by exogenous Wind
- Weak Lung Qi and Wei Qi or Wei Yang
- Weak Constitution
- Seasonal Exogenous Evils including pestilential evils
Patterns
Influenza
- Symptoms: Sudden onset of rigor or aversion to cold and high fever, acute headache and general bodily pain, flushed cheeks and red eyes, lassitude and lack of strength, throat congestion, loss of appetite, nausea, constipation, little or no cough, nasal obstruction and discharge are rare.
- Tongue:
- Pulse: Rapid
- Treatment strategy: Clear away heat and toxin
- Formula: Qing Wen Bai Du Yin
- Acupoints:
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