qīng hào biē jiǎ tāng is used for patterns with
heat that is smoldering in the yin regions of the body, for yin and body fluid deficiency with empty-heat after a wen bing injury.
symptoms indicating the use of qīng hào biē jiǎ tāng
night fever with sweating and morning coolness without sweating, emaciation, normal appetite, tidal fever in the afternoon, fatigue.
western interpretation of qīng hào biē jiǎ tāng
advanced stages of various infectious diseases, chronic nephritis, fever of unknown origin, post-surgical fevers, malaria.
explanation of the mechanism
this is smoldering heat in the yin regions of the body. it usually occurs during the later stages of the warm-febrile disease when the heat has depleted the the yin and fluids.
night fevers that recede in the morning indicate heat smoldering in the yin regions of the body. because the yin and the fluids are depleted, the body is unable to generate sweat, which would normally occur as a fever recedes. the fact that the patient does not lose his appetite indicates that the problem is not in the qi level, and that the digestive system is relatively unaffected.
nevertheless, injury to the yin and blood causes a general loss of nourishment and thus emaciation. the red tongue with little coating, and the thin, rapid pulse reflect injury to the yin.
(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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