Acute Viral Hepatitis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different acute viral hepatitis patterns according to TCM theory
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Acute Viral Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver caused by infection with one of several viruses. It is characterized by symptoms like jaundice, fatigue, nausea, and abdominal discomfort. Acute Viral Hepatitis can vary in severity from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a severe, lifelong condition.
It can be caused by different hepatitis viruses (A, B, C, D, and E), with each type having distinct modes of transmission and effects on the liver. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent serious liver damage.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perceives Acute Viral Hepatitis as a condition where pathogenic factors such as Dampness and Heat invade the Liver and Gallbladder, disrupting the normal flow of Qi and Blood. TCM focuses on restoring balance by clearing Heat, eliminating Dampness, and regulating Qi.
It emphasizes treating the underlying disharmony patterns in the body that contribute to the illness, viewing each case as unique based on the individual's constitution and symptoms.
TCM Patterns for Acute Viral Hepatitis
Each pattern represents a distinct underlying imbalance that can cause acute viral hepatitis
Heat Excess in the Liver or Gallbladder
Diagnostic signs
Full (Shi)
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Toxic-Heat
Diagnostic signs
Rapid (Shu)
Red tongue with yellow coating
Recommended herbal formulas
Herbal Formulas for Acute Viral Hepatitis
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address acute viral hepatitis