Cancer in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different cancer patterns according to TCM theory
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Cancer represents a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. If not managed, it can result in death. Cancer affects people at all ages and can manifest in various forms, such as lung cancer, esophageal cancer, stomach cancer, and more.
The term encapsulates a wide range of conditions that can affect any part of the body, highlighting the disease's complexity and the importance of early detection and comprehensive treatment strategies.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a unique perspective on cancer, viewing it not just as a set of tumor cells but as a symptom of underlying imbalances within the body's energy system. TCM practitioners believe that cancer results from disruptions in the flow of Qi (vital energy), Blood Stagnation, accumulation of Toxins, Heat or Dampness, and imbalances between the body's fundamental substances (Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang).
By identifying and correcting these disharmonies, TCM aims to restore the body's natural balance and health, supporting the body's ability to fight the disease.
TCM Patterns for Cancer
Each pattern represents a distinct underlying imbalance that can cause cancer
Stomach Qi Deficiency with Phelgm
Diagnostic signs
Empty (Xu), Wiry (Xian)
Recommended herbal formulas
Herbal Formulas for Cancer
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address cancer