Anal Burning in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding different anal burning patterns according to TCM theory

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Condition Categories

Anal and Rectal Disorders and Symptoms
4
TCM Patterns
6
Formulas
Overview
What causes it 4 TCM patterns documented
How to recognize Symptoms specific to each anal burning pattern
Classical remedies 6 herbal formulas documented

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), anal burning is seen as a manifestation of imbalances within the body's systems. TCM approaches this symptom by identifying the unique patterns of disharmony that could be contributing to it.

Unlike Western medicine, which often focuses on the symptom itself, TCM seeks to understand the root causes based on individual diagnostic methods. This perspective emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach in addressing not only the symptom but also the underlying factors.

TCM Patterns for Anal Burning

Heat

Causes: Burning sensation in the anus

4 variations documented
Bright Yang Fire in Stomach and Intestines
How it presents with anal burning

Burning sensation in the anus

Along with: Afternoon fever, Excessive sweating, Sweating on limbs, Abdominal fullness, Abdominal pain, Constipation,

Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine
How it presents with anal burning

Burning sensation in the anus

Along with: Abdominal pain, Abdominal fullness, Diarrhea, Hematochezia, Mucous in feces, Smelly stools,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Damp-Heat invading the Spleen
How it presents with anal burning

Burning sensation in the anus

Along with: Loss of appetite, Feeling of heaviness, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea or vomiting, Malodorous diarrhea, Anal burning,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Heat in the Large Intestine
How it presents with anal burning

Burning sensation in the anus

Along with: Constipation, Mouth burning sensation, Anal burning, Scanty and dark urine, Dry stools, Dry tongue

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Dampness

Causes: Burning sensation in the anus

2 variations documented
Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine
How it presents with anal burning

Burning sensation in the anus

Along with: Abdominal pain, Abdominal fullness, Diarrhea, Hematochezia, Mucous in feces, Smelly stools,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Damp-Heat invading the Spleen
How it presents with anal burning

Burning sensation in the anus

Along with: Loss of appetite, Feeling of heaviness, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea or vomiting, Malodorous diarrhea, Anal burning,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Cold

Causes: Burning sensation in the anus

1 variation documented
Bright Yang Fire in Stomach and Intestines
How it presents with anal burning

Burning sensation in the anus

Along with: Afternoon fever, Excessive sweating, Sweating on limbs, Abdominal fullness, Abdominal pain, Constipation,

Wind

Causes: Burning sensation in the anus

1 variation documented
Bright Yang Fire in Stomach and Intestines
How it presents with anal burning

Burning sensation in the anus

Along with: Afternoon fever, Excessive sweating, Sweating on limbs, Abdominal fullness, Abdominal pain, Constipation,

Herbal Formulas for Anal Burning

Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address anal burning

Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang

Addresses these anal burning patterns:

Heat Cold Wind

Xiao Cheng Qi Tang

Addresses these anal burning patterns:

Heat Cold Wind

Shao Yao Tang

Addresses these anal burning patterns:

Heat Dampness

Lian Po Yin

Addresses these anal burning patterns:

Heat Dampness

Ma Zi Ren Wan

Addresses these anal burning patterns:

Heat