xiāo luŏ wán is used for patterns with
phlegm-fire neck nodules.
symptoms indicating the use of xiāo luŏ wán
nodules on the neck that are firm and rubbery, moveable masses, also in axillae or inguinal regions, dry throat and mouth, bitter taste.
western interpretation of xiāo luŏ wán
cervical lympadenopathy, lymphadenitis, simple goiter, thyroiditis, hyperthyroidism, swollen thyroid gland from iodin deficiency, parotitis, hyperplasia of the mammary glands.
explanation of the mechanism
in traditional chinese medicine, nodules on the neck are considered to be a form of scrofula (luŏ lì) a disorder marked by nodules on the sides of the neck, or goiter (yǐng), in which the nodules are on the midline of the neck. sometimes a general term, phlegm nodules (tán hé), is used to describe both of these conditions.
the pathogenesis is commonly depletion of the liver and kidney yin which gives rise to fire from deficiency that consumes the fluids and produces phlegm. fire and phlegm coalesce into nodules that are firm and rubbery in consistency. the dry mouth, red tongue, and rapid pulse reflect the presence of heat, while the slippery and/or wiry pulse reflects its coalescence into phlegm.
(bensky & barolet)
important note: if you experience symptoms that resemble the ones presented in the tcm pocketguide please consult a medical doctor or tcm therapist. these prescriptions are not meant for self-medication and should only be prescribed by a licensed tcm practitioner. of course you can also book a consultation with me. i would be pleased to welcome you.
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