Aversion To Cold in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding different aversion to cold patterns according to TCM theory

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TCM Patterns
55
Formulas
Overview
What causes it 8 TCM patterns documented
How to recognize Symptoms specific to each aversion to cold pattern
Classical remedies 55 herbal formulas documented
Related conditions

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), aversion to cold is seen as a manifestation of internal disharmony. TCM practitioners believe that this condition can arise from various imbalances within the body, such as Deficiencies or Stagnation in the flow of Qi and Blood. Unlike Western medicine, which might focus on physiological causes like hypothyroidism or poor circulation, TCM emphasizes the importance of diagnosing the specific pattern of disharmony to tailor an effective treatment plan.

TCM Patterns for Aversion To Cold

Wind

Causes: Aversion to cold, Slight aversion to cold

10 variations documented
Damp-Wind
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Nausea, Excessive sweating, Occipital stiffness, Body pain,

Dry-Wind
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Excessive sweating, Skin dryness, Dry nose, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Dry cough,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Exterior Wind
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Headaches, Wind phobia, Nasal discharge, Clear sputum, Itchy throat,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Greater Yang Accumulation of Water
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Urinary retention, Slight thirst, Vomiting after eating

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Wind-Cold
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Sneezing, Coughing, Nasal discharge, Occipital headache, Occipital stiffness,

Wind-Cold invading the Lungs
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Itchy throat, Shortness of breath, Congested nose, Nasal discharge, Sneezing,

Wind-Cold-Water invading the Lungs
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Ocular swelling, Shiny complexion, Scanty clear urination, Fever, Coughing, Shortness of breath,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Wind-Heat
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Sneezing, Coughing, Nasal discharge, Occipital stiffness, Occipital headache,

Wind-Heat invading the Lungs
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Coughing, Sore throat, Congested nose, Nasal discharge, Copious thick yellow sputum,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Greater Yang Attack of Wind
How it presents with aversion to cold

Slight aversion to cold

Along with: Wind phobia, Low grade fever, Mild sweating, Stiff neck, Sneezing, Occipital headache

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Cold

Causes: Aversion to cold, Aversion to cold - especially at the back

8 variations documented
Dry-Cold
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Headaches, Skin dryness, Lack of sweating, Dry mouth, Dry throat,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Empty-Cold
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face, Absence of thirst, Apathy, Excessive sweating,

Exterior-Cold
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Body pain, Stiff neck, Lack of sweating, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heat,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Greater Yang Attack of Cold
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Occipital headache, Low grade fever, Lack of sweating, Stiff neck, Sneezing, Nasal discharge,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Wind-Cold
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Sneezing, Coughing, Nasal discharge, Occipital headache, Occipital stiffness,

Wind-Cold invading the Lungs
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Itchy throat, Shortness of breath, Congested nose, Nasal discharge, Sneezing,

Wind-Cold-Water invading the Lungs
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Ocular swelling, Shiny complexion, Scanty clear urination, Fever, Coughing, Shortness of breath,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Yang Deficiency with Cold-Damp
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold - especially at the back

Along with: Body pain, Bone and joint pain, Cold extremities, Absence of thirst, Aversion to cold, Migraine,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Heat

Causes: Aversion to cold

5 variations documented
Damp-Heat
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst,

Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Thirst, Excessive sweating, Sore throat, Skin dryness, Dry nose,

Exterior-Heat
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Excessive sweating, Thirst, Body pain, Stiff neck

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Wind-Heat
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Sneezing, Coughing, Nasal discharge, Occipital stiffness, Occipital headache,

Wind-Heat invading the Lungs
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Coughing, Sore throat, Congested nose, Nasal discharge, Copious thick yellow sputum,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Dampness

Causes: Aversion to cold, Aversion to cold - especially at the back

5 variations documented
Damp-Heat
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst,

Damp-Wind
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Nausea, Excessive sweating, Occipital stiffness, Body pain,

Summer Heat with Dampness
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Excessive sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Anxiety,

Wind-Cold-Water invading the Lungs
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Ocular swelling, Shiny complexion, Scanty clear urination, Fever, Coughing, Shortness of breath,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Yang Deficiency with Cold-Damp
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold - especially at the back

Along with: Body pain, Bone and joint pain, Cold extremities, Absence of thirst, Aversion to cold, Migraine,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Yang Deficiency

Causes: Aversion to cold, Fear of cold, Aversion to cold - especially at the back

4 variations documented
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Yang Deficiency or Empty Yang
How it presents with aversion to cold

Fear of cold

Along with: Chills, General cold feeling, Pale urine, Undigested food in stools, General weakness, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth,

Painful Obstruction with Liver and Kidney Deficiency
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Lower back and leg pain and heaviness, Weakness and stiffness, General cold feeling, Palpitations, Shortness of breath, Chronic lower back pain,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Yang Deficiency with Cold-Damp
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold - especially at the back

Along with: Body pain, Bone and joint pain, Cold extremities, Absence of thirst, Aversion to cold, Migraine,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Qi Deficiency

Causes: Aversion to cold

3 variations documented
Lung Qi Deficiency
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Daytime sweating, Dislike of speaking

Spleen and Lung Qi Deficiency
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Weak limbs,

Qi Deficiency Fever
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Intermittent fever that worsens upon exertion, Spontaneous sweat, Craving for hot beverages, Chronic hepatitis, Arrhythmia, Hypertension,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Dryness

Causes: Aversion to cold

3 variations documented
Dry-Cold
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Headaches, Skin dryness, Lack of sweating, Dry mouth, Dry throat,

Traditional Herbal Formulas
Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Thirst, Excessive sweating, Sore throat, Skin dryness, Dry nose,

Dry-Wind
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Excessive sweating, Skin dryness, Dry nose, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Dry cough,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Summer Heat

Causes: Aversion to cold

2 variations documented
Summer Heat with Dampness
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Excessive sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Anxiety,

Summer-Heat
How it presents with aversion to cold

Aversion to cold

Along with: Fever, Excessive sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, Upper abdominal discomfort, Irritability,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Herbal Formulas for Aversion To Cold

Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address aversion to cold

Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San

Addresses these aversion to cold patterns:

Heat Dampness Summer Heat

Jiu Wei Qiang Huo Tang

Addresses these aversion to cold patterns:

Wind Dampness Cold

Xing Su San

Addresses these aversion to cold patterns:

Cold Dryness Heat

Sang Xing Tang

Addresses these aversion to cold patterns:

Heat Dryness Wind

Xiao Feng San

Addresses these aversion to cold patterns:

Wind Dampness Heat

Fu Zi Tang

Addresses these aversion to cold patterns:

Cold Dampness Yang Deficiency

Cong Chi Tang

Addresses these aversion to cold patterns:

Wind Cold Heat

Huo Ren Cong Shi Tang

Addresses these aversion to cold patterns:

Wind Cold Heat

Xiao Qing Long Tang

Addresses these aversion to cold patterns:

Wind Cold Dampness