Feeling Of Heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different feeling of heat patterns according to TCM theory
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Feeling of heat, also known as a sensation of warmth or overheating, refers to an internal or external perception of increased temperature in the body. This symptom can manifest as a general sensation of heat throughout the body or localized warmth in specific areas. It can be accompanied by sweating, redness, and discomfort, and may vary in intensity. In Western medicine, it is often linked to conditions such as infections, hormonal imbalances, or environmental factors. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a different perspective, viewing feeling of heat as a sign of underlying disharmony within the body.
In TCM, feeling of heat is considered a result of internal imbalances that disrupt the body's natural harmony. These imbalances can be caused by various patterns of disharmony, such as excess Yang, Heat accumulation, or Yin Deficiency. TCM practitioners diagnose the specific pattern through a detailed assessment of symptoms and the patient's overall condition. Treatment focuses on addressing the root cause of the Heat sensation by restoring balance within the body's systems, often through the use of herbal formulas, acupuncture, and dietary recommendations.
TCM Patterns for Feeling Of Heat
Heat
Intense, ascending pathogenic force that consumes body fluids, disturbs the mind, and accelerates all physiological processes
Causes: Feeling of heat, Hot body, Feeling of heat in the afternoon, Feeling of heat in the evening
Heat is a major pathogenic factor in Traditional Chinese Medicine that can arise from external invasion or internal generation. Heat has the characteristics of burning intensity, rising upward, consuming qi and fluids, and generating wind and disturbing blood. In TCM philosophy, normal physiological warmth is called "minor fire" (少火) which maintains life functions, while pathological heat is "major fire" (壮火) which damages the body.
Heat in the Blood
Feeling of heat
Along with: Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria, Vomiting blood, Cough of blood, Nosebleeds, Excessive menstruation
Toxic-Heat
Feeling of heat
Along with: Fever, Edema, Pus and discharge, Boils, Carbuncles, Pustule, Red skin eruptions, Sore throat, Eczema, Perineum swollen, Prostate swollen, Testicular swelling, Mouth ulcers, Tonsil swelling
Bright Yang Stomach Heat
Feeling of heat
Along with: High fever, Excessive sweating, Excessive thirst, Flushed face, Irritability, Delirium
Damp-Heat in the Bladder
Feeling of heat
Along with: Frequent and urgent urination, Urinary burning, Urination stopping in the middle of flow, Dark urine, Cloudy urine, Hematuria, Fever, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Lower abdominal fullness and pain
Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine
Feeling of heat
Along with: Abdominal pain, Abdominal fullness, Diarrhea, Hematochezia, Mucous in feces, Smelly stools, Anal burning, Scanty and dark urine, Fever, Excessive sweating, Thirst, Feeling of heaviness
Damp-Heat in the Stomach
Feeling of heat
Along with: Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal fullness, Feeling of heaviness, Face pain, Congested nose, Thick nasal discharge, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea, Dull yellow complexion, Sticky taste in the mouth
Damp-Heat invading the Spleen
Feeling of heat
Along with: Loss of appetite, Feeling of heaviness, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea or vomiting, Malodorous diarrhea, Anal burning, Scanty and dark urine, Low grade fever, Dull headache, Dull yellow complexion, Yellow sclera, Oily sweat, Itchy rashes, Bitter taste in the mouth, Upper abdominal fullness, Upper abdominal pain
Heart Fire blazing
Feeling of heat
Along with: Palpitations, Thirst, Mouth ulcers, Tongue ulcers, Restlessness, Anxiety, Insomnia, Flushed face, Hematuria, Dark urine, Bitter taste in the mouth
Heat in Uterus Blood
Feeling of heat
Along with: Excessive menstruation, Sudden period before schedule, Dark menstrual blood, Sticky menstrual blood, Thirst, Flushed face, Anger, Anxiety, Dark urine, Constipation
Lesser Yin Heat Transformation
Feeling of heat
Along with: Irritability, Insomnia, Dry mouth and throat at night, Dark urine, Night sweats
Lung Heat
Feeling of heat
Along with: Thirst, High fever, Cough with thin yellow sputum, Shortness of breath, Excessive sweating, Acne
Damp-Heat
Feeling of heat, Hot body
Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heaviness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Acne
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
Feeling of heat
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation
Pericardium Fire
Feeling of heat
Along with: Palpitations, Stifling sensation in the chest, Bitter taste in the mouth, Insomnia, Thirst, Mouth ulcers, Tongue ulcers, Cardiac burning sensation, Rapid breath, Restlessness, Anxiety, Vivid dreaming, Excessive menstruation
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
Feeling of heat
Along with: Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Thirst, Head and body heaviness, Dizziness, Copious thick yellow sputum
Stomach Heat or Fire
Feeling of heat
Along with: Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth, Mouth ulcers, Acid reflux, Nausea, Vomiting after eating, Excessive hunger, Bad breath, Acne
Heat in Pericardium
Hot body
Along with: Nighttime fever, Delirium, Confusion, Incoherent or confused speech, Cold extremities
Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Along with: Afternoon heat sensation, Dry mouth, Preference for sipping, Dry mouth and throat at night, Night sweats, Cardiac burning sensation, Hot palms and soles, Dry stools, Scanty and dark urine, Flushed cheekbones
Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing
Feeling of heat in the afternoon, Feeling of heat in the evening
Along with: Flushed cheekbones, Restlessness, Insomnia, Night sweats, Low grade fever in the afternoon, Heat sensation in palms, Afternoon heat sensation, Evening heat sensation, Scanty and dark urine, Hematuria, Dry throat, Preference for sipping, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Nocturnal emission, Hypersexuality, Dry stools
Yin Deficiency
Depletion of cooling, moistening fluids causing dryness, false heat rising, and restless agitation throughout the body
Causes: Feeling of heat, Feeling of heat in the evening, Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Yin Deficiency represents a fundamental pattern in Traditional Chinese Medicine where the body's yin fluids - blood, essence, and body fluids - become depleted, losing their ability to cool, moisten, and anchor the yang energy, resulting in relative hyperactivity of yang and internal heat manifestations.
Heart Yin Deficiency
Feeling of heat
Along with: Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Heat sensation in palms, Hysteria, Neurasthenia
Kidney Yin Deficiency
Feeling of heat, Feeling of heat in the evening
Along with: Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation, Scanty and dark urine, Infertility, Premature ejaculation, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Depression, Anxiety, Heat sensation in palms, Evening heat sensation, Flushed cheekbones, Menopausal hot flashes, Preference for sipping, Evening anxiety
Lesser Yin Heat Transformation
Feeling of heat
Along with: Irritability, Insomnia, Dry mouth and throat at night, Dark urine, Night sweats
Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Along with: Afternoon heat sensation, Dry mouth, Preference for sipping, Dry mouth and throat at night, Night sweats, Cardiac burning sensation, Hot palms and soles, Dry stools, Scanty and dark urine, Flushed cheekbones
Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing
Feeling of heat in the afternoon, Feeling of heat in the evening
Along with: Flushed cheekbones, Restlessness, Insomnia, Night sweats, Low grade fever in the afternoon, Heat sensation in palms, Afternoon heat sensation, Evening heat sensation, Scanty and dark urine, Hematuria, Dry throat, Preference for sipping, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Nocturnal emission, Hypersexuality, Dry stools
Lung Yin Deficiency
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Along with: Hoarse voice, Itchy throat, Dislike of speaking, Thin chest
Stomach Yin Deficiency
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Along with: Loss of appetite, Preference for sipping, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Along with: Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Dry eyes, Blurry vision, Dry throat, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Withered and brittle nails, Vaginal dryness, Night sweats, Dry stools, Nocturnal emission, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Late menstruation, Infertility, Melasma
Kidney-Deficiency
Feeling of heat in the evening
Along with: Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Frequent urination, Late menstruation, Chills, Cold extremities
Dampness
Heavy, sticky moisture that obstructs body functions and creates sluggishness
Causes: Feeling of heat, Hot body
Dampness manifests as swelling, bloating, a feeling of heaviness in the head and limbs, and digestive issues. It's like having waterlogged tissues that make everything feel heavy and slow. Common signs include a thick, greasy tongue coating, sticky mouth sensation, and stools that are difficult to flush.
Damp-Heat in the Bladder
Feeling of heat
Along with: Frequent and urgent urination, Urinary burning, Urination stopping in the middle of flow, Dark urine, Cloudy urine, Hematuria, Fever, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Lower abdominal fullness and pain
Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine
Feeling of heat
Along with: Abdominal pain, Abdominal fullness, Diarrhea, Hematochezia, Mucous in feces, Smelly stools, Anal burning, Scanty and dark urine, Fever, Excessive sweating, Thirst, Feeling of heaviness
Damp-Heat in the Stomach
Feeling of heat
Along with: Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal fullness, Feeling of heaviness, Face pain, Congested nose, Thick nasal discharge, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea, Dull yellow complexion, Sticky taste in the mouth
Damp-Heat invading the Spleen
Feeling of heat
Along with: Loss of appetite, Feeling of heaviness, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea or vomiting, Malodorous diarrhea, Anal burning, Scanty and dark urine, Low grade fever, Dull headache, Dull yellow complexion, Yellow sclera, Oily sweat, Itchy rashes, Bitter taste in the mouth, Upper abdominal fullness, Upper abdominal pain
Damp-Heat
Feeling of heat, Hot body
Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heaviness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Acne
Mind Disturbance
Disruption of consciousness, mental clarity, and emotional equilibrium causing restlessness, confusion, or withdrawal
Causes: Feeling of heat
Mind Disturbance represents a broad category of patterns in Traditional Chinese Medicine involving disruptions to consciousness, mental clarity, emotional stability, and cognitive function. These patterns affect the Shen (spirit/consciousness), which according to classical texts resides in the Heart and is distributed among the five organs.
Heart Fire blazing
Feeling of heat
Along with: Palpitations, Thirst, Mouth ulcers, Tongue ulcers, Restlessness, Anxiety, Insomnia, Flushed face, Hematuria, Dark urine, Bitter taste in the mouth
Pericardium Fire
Feeling of heat
Along with: Palpitations, Stifling sensation in the chest, Bitter taste in the mouth, Insomnia, Thirst, Mouth ulcers, Tongue ulcers, Cardiac burning sensation, Rapid breath, Restlessness, Anxiety, Vivid dreaming, Excessive menstruation
Cold
Congeals body fluids, damages Yang Qi, and causes pain with fixed location
Causes: Feeling of heat
Cold is the predominant pathogenic factor of winter in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Cold represents an environmental pathogen that, when excessive, causes disease characterized by its cold, congealing, and contracting nature. While Cold is the main pathogen of winter, it can cause illness in any season through exposure to cold temperatures, getting caught in rain, sweating followed by wind exposure, or excessive air conditioning.
Bright Yang Stomach Heat
Feeling of heat
Along with: High fever, Excessive sweating, Excessive thirst, Flushed face, Irritability, Delirium
Exterior-Cold
Feeling of heat
Along with: Aversion to cold, Fever, Body pain, Stiff neck, Lack of sweating, Absence of thirst, Chills
Qi Stagnation
Blocked or disrupted flow of vital energy causing distending pain, emotional distress, and symptoms that worsen with stress
Causes: Feeling of heat
Qi Stagnation is a fundamental pathological pattern in Traditional Chinese Medicine where the smooth flow of vital energy becomes obstructed, creating areas of pressure, pain, and dysfunction throughout the body.
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
Feeling of heat
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation
Phlegm
Thick, sticky pathological fluid that obstructs body functions and can manifest anywhere in the body
Causes: Feeling of heat
Phlegm is both a pathological product and a pathogenic factor in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It results from impaired fluid metabolism when the body's transformative functions fail, particularly affecting the Spleen, Lungs, and Kidneys. Classical texts emphasize that "the Spleen is the source of phlegm production, while the Lungs are the storage vessel for phlegm."
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
Feeling of heat
Along with: Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Thirst, Head and body heaviness, Dizziness, Copious thick yellow sputum
Yang Excess
Excessive yang energy that generates heat, agitation, and hyperactivity throughout the body systems
Causes: Feeling of heat
Yang Excess represents pathological hyperactivity of the body's yang qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It manifests as excessive heat, inflammation, and overstimulation that disrupts the normal balance between yin and yang, causing various acute and intense symptoms.
Yang Excess or Full Yang
Feeling of heat
Along with: Hyperactivity, Lack of sweating, Heat intolerance, Constipation
Wind
Causes sudden symptoms, movement disorders, and serves as the vehicle for other pathogens
Causes: Feeling of heat
Wind is the predominant pathogenic factor of spring in Traditional Chinese Medicine and is considered the leader of the six external pathogens. Wind is described as "the leader of the hundred diseases" (百病之长), serving as the primary factor in external pathogenic invasions. Wind represents a pathogen characterized by constant movement, changeability, and a tendency to affect the upper and outer portions of the body.
Bright Yang Stomach Heat
Feeling of heat
Along with: High fever, Excessive sweating, Excessive thirst, Flushed face, Irritability, Delirium
Herbal Formulas for Feeling Of Heat
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address feeling of heat
Lian Po Yin
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Transforms Dampness
- Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Middle Burner
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat in the Stomach
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal fullness, Feeling of heaviness, Face pain, Congested nose, Thick nasal discharge...
Damp-Heat invading the Spleen
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Feeling of heaviness, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea or vomiting, Malodorous diarrhea, Anal burning...
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Hot body
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Yin
- Drains Fire
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon, Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Flushed cheekbones, Restlessness, Insomnia, Night sweats, Low grade fever in the afternoon, Heat sensation in palms...
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Hua Ban Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Qi-level Heat
- Cools the Blood
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria...
Stomach Heat or Fire
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth...
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Yin
- Causes Fire to descend
- Eliminates irritability
- Calms the spirit
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lesser Yin Heat Transformation
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Insomnia, Dry mouth and throat at night, Dark urine, Night sweats
Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Afternoon heat sensation, Dry mouth, Preference for sipping, Dry mouth and throat at night, Night sweats, Cardiac burning sensation...
Liang Di Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin
- Cools Blood
- Stop bleeding
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria...
Kidney-Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus...
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the yin and nourishes the Kidneys
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon, Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Flushed cheekbones, Restlessness, Insomnia, Night sweats, Low grade fever in the afternoon, Heat sensation in palms...
Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Lung Qi
- Clears Heat
- Calms wheezing by directing rebellious Qi downward
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lung Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Thirst, High fever, Cough with thin yellow sputum, Shortness of breath, Excessive sweating, Acne
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Thirst...
Pi Pa Qing Fei Yin
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Lung Heat
- Cools the Blood
- Clears Dampness
- Invigorates the Blood
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lung Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Thirst, High fever, Cough with thin yellow sputum, Shortness of breath, Excessive sweating, Acne
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Thirst...
Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Transforms Phlegm
- Directs Rebellious Qi downwards
- Stops coughing
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lung Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Thirst, High fever, Cough with thin yellow sputum, Shortness of breath, Excessive sweating, Acne
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Thirst...
Qing Ying Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears the Nutritive level Heat
- Relieves Fire Toxin
- Removes Heat
- Nourishes Yin
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria...
Heat in Pericardium
How it manifests:
Hot body
Accompanying symptoms:
Nighttime fever, Delirium, Confusion, Incoherent or confused speech, Cold extremities
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Yin
- Nourishes the Blood
- Clears Heat
- Calms the Mind
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heart Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Heat sensation in palms, Hysteria, Neurasthenia
Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Afternoon heat sensation, Dry mouth, Preference for sipping, Dry mouth and throat at night, Night sweats, Cardiac burning sensation...
Xie Xin Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Drains Fire
- Resolves Toxicity
- Dries Dampness
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heart Fire blazing
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Thirst, Mouth ulcers, Tongue ulcers, Restlessness, Anxiety...
Pericardium Fire
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Stifling sensation in the chest, Bitter taste in the mouth, Insomnia, Thirst, Mouth ulcers...
Zi Xue Dan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Opens the sensory orifices
- Controls spasms and convulsions
- Extinguishes Wind
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heart Fire blazing
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Thirst, Mouth ulcers, Tongue ulcers, Restlessness, Anxiety...
Pericardium Fire
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Stifling sensation in the chest, Bitter taste in the mouth, Insomnia, Thirst, Mouth ulcers...
Zuo Gui Wan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Strengthens the Kidneys
- Fills the Essence
- Augments the marrow
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Kidney-Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus...
Ba Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Yang
- Warms the Kidneys and lower extremities
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Ba Zheng San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and Fire
- Promotes urination
- Unblocks painful urinary dribbling
- Purges Fire
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat in the Bladder
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Frequent and urgent urination, Urinary burning, Urination stopping in the middle of flow, Dark urine, Cloudy urine, Hematuria...
Bai He Di Huang Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Moistens the Lungs
- Enriches the Body Fluids
- Clears Heat and cools the Blood
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria...
Bai He Gu Jin Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Lung and Kidney Yin
- Moistens the Lung
- Transfers Phlegm
- Clears Heat
- Reliefs Cough
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lung Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Hoarse voice, Itchy throat, Dislike of speaking, Thin chest
Bai Hu Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Qi-level Heat
- Drains Stomach Fire
- Generates fluids
- Alleviates thirst
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Bright Yang Stomach Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
High fever, Excessive sweating, Excessive thirst, Flushed face, Irritability, Delirium
Bu Fei E Jiao Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Controls coughing
- Stops bleeding
- Tonifies the Lungs
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lung Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Hoarse voice, Itchy throat, Dislike of speaking, Thin chest
Da Cheng Qi Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Purges Heat from the Stomach and Intestines
- Relieves constipation
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Yang Excess or Full Yang
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Hyperactivity, Lack of sweating, Heat intolerance, Constipation
Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Liver Fire from Stagnant Liver Qi
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression...
Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Yin
- Drains Fire
- Stabilizes the Exterior
- Stops sweating
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Afternoon heat sensation, Dry mouth, Preference for sipping, Dry mouth and throat at night, Night sweats, Cardiac burning sensation...
Di Gu Pi Yin
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Stops bleeding
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria...
Er Chen Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Dries Damp and dispels Phlegm
- Regulates Qi and harmonizes the Middle Burner (Stomach and Spleen)
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Thirst...
Er Miao San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Expels Dampness from the Lower Burner
- Drains Heat from the Lower Burner
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Hot body
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Er Zhi Wan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Liver Yin
- Nourishes Kidney Yin
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Kidney-Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus...
Fei Er Wan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Kills parasites
- Reduces accumulation
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Clears Heat
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Stomach Heat or Fire
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth...
Gan Lu Xiao Du Dan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Resolves Dampness and transforms turbidity
- Clears Heat and resolves Toxicity
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Hot body
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Heart
- Calms the Mind
- Harmonizes the middle burner
- Relaxes tension
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heart Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Heat sensation in palms, Hysteria, Neurasthenia
Ge Hua Jie Cheng San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Separates and reduces alcohol-dampness
- Warms the Middle
- Strengthens the Spleen
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat in the Stomach
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal fullness, Feeling of heaviness, Face pain, Congested nose, Thick nasal discharge...
Gu Jing Wan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin
- Clears Heat
- Stops bleeding
- Stabilizes the menses
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria...
Gui Zhi Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Releases pathogens from the muscle layer
- Regulates the Nutritive and Protective Qi
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Exterior-Cold
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Aversion to cold, Fever, Body pain, Stiff neck, Lack of sweating, Absence of thirst...
Huai Jiao Wan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears heat from the Intestines
- Stops bleeding
- Disperses wind
- Regulates Qi
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in Uterus Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive menstruation, Sudden period before schedule, Dark menstrual blood, Sticky menstrual blood, Thirst, Flushed face...
Huang Lian Jie Du Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Drains Fire
- Resolves Toxin
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lung Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Thirst, High fever, Cough with thin yellow sputum, Shortness of breath, Excessive sweating, Acne
Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Releases the Exterior
- Transforms Dampness
- Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Middle Burner
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Hot body
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Jia Wei Xiao Yao San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Liver and Spleen Qi Stagnation
- Tonifies Spleen
- Clears Deficient Heat
- Nourishes the blood
- Clears Liver Fire from Stagnant Liver Qi
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression...
Jiu Xian San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Secures the Lungs
- Stops coughing
- Augments Qi
- Nourishes Yin
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lung Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Hoarse voice, Itchy throat, Dislike of speaking, Thin chest
Liang Ge San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Drains Fire
- Unblocks the bowels by clearing the Upper Burner
- Draining the Middle Burner
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heart Fire blazing
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Thirst, Mouth ulcers, Tongue ulcers, Restlessness, Anxiety...
Ma Huang Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Releases exterior cold
- Treats wheezing
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Exterior-Cold
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Aversion to cold, Fever, Body pain, Stiff neck, Lack of sweating, Absence of thirst...
Mai Men Dong Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Stomach
- Generates Body Fluids
- Directs Rebellious Qi downward
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Stomach Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Preference for sipping, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Kidney Yin and Essence
- Nourishes the Liver Blood
- Beautifies hair
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Qing Hao Bie Jia Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Clears Heat
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Afternoon heat sensation, Dry mouth, Preference for sipping, Dry mouth and throat at night, Night sweats, Cardiac burning sensation...
Qing Jing San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Blood-Heat
- Stops bleeding
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria...
Qing Re Gu Jing Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Empty Heat
- Tonifies the Kidney Yin
- Stops bleeding
- Supplies Body Fluids
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria...
Qing Re Tiao Xue Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Expel Dampness
- Relieve pain
- Move Qi and Blood
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Hot body
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Qing Wei San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Drains Stomach Fire
- Cools the Blood
- Nourishes the Yin
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Stomach Heat or Fire
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth...
Qing Xin Li Ge Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Toxic-Heat
- Unblocks the stool
- Benefits the throat
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Thirst...
Qing Xin Lian Zi Yin
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears the Heart
- Augments the Qi and Yin
- Stops turbid painful urinary dribbling
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heart Fire blazing
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Thirst, Mouth ulcers, Tongue ulcers, Restlessness, Anxiety...
Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears dryness
- Moistens the Lungs
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lung Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Hoarse voice, Itchy throat, Dislike of speaking, Thin chest
Ren Shen Dang Gui Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Blood
- Nourishes Yin
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heart Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Heat sensation in palms, Hysteria, Neurasthenia
Ren Shen Ge Jie San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Qi
- Augments the Kidneys
- Stops coughing
- Arrests wheezing
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Thirst...
Shao Yao Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Regulates and harmonizes the Qi and Blood
- Clears Heat
- Dries dampness
- Resolves Toxicity
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Abdominal pain, Abdominal fullness, Diarrhea, Hematochezia, Mucous in feces, Smelly stools...
Shen Ling Bai Zhu San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Augments the Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Drains Dampness
- Stops diarrhea
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Stomach Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Preference for sipping, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Shi Hui San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Cools the Blood and
- Stops bleeding
- Clears Heat and drains Fire
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria...
Suan Zao Ren Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Blood
- Calms the Mind and eliminates irritability
- Clears Heat
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Afternoon heat sensation, Dry mouth, Preference for sipping, Dry mouth and throat at night, Night sweats, Cardiac burning sensation...
Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Removes Heat and Dryness in the Lower Burner
- Removes constipation
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Stomach Heat or Fire
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth...
Wen Dan Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Phlegm
- Clears Gallbladder
- Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Thirst...
Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Resolves Toxicity
- Cools the Blood
- Reduces swelling
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Toxic-Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Edema, Pus and discharge, Boils, Carbuncles, Pustule...
Xi Jiao Di Huang Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Treats severe fevers and Heat in the Blood system
- Removes Blood Stagnation
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria...
Xiao Yao San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Harmonizes the function of Liver and Spleen
- Relieves Liver Qi stagnation
- Nourishes the Blood
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Hot body
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Xie Bai San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Drains Heat from the Lungs
- Calms wheezing
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lung Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Thirst, High fever, Cough with thin yellow sputum, Shortness of breath, Excessive sweating, Acne
Xie Huang San
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Stagnant Fire from the Spleen and Stomach
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Stomach Heat or Fire
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth...
Xuan Yu Tong Jing Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Pacifies the Liver
- Removes Stagnation
- Drains Fire
- Unblocks the Meridians
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression...
Yang Yin Qing Fei Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Improves throat
- Resolves toxicity
- Clears the Lungs
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Lung Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Hoarse voice, Itchy throat, Dislike of speaking, Thin chest
Yi Wei Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Strengthen the Stomach
- Creates Body Fluids
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Stomach Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the afternoon
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Preference for sipping, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Yin Chen Hao Tang
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears heat
- Resolves dampness
- Reduces jaundice
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat, Hot body
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
You Gui Wan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies Kidney Yang
- Replenishes the Essence
- Tonifies the Blood
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Kidney-Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of heat in the evening
Accompanying symptoms:
Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus...
Zhi Bao Dan
Addresses these feeling of heat patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Opens the sensory orifices
- Resolves toxicity
- Transforms Phlegm
Addresses These Feeling Of Heat Pattern Variations
Heat in Pericardium
How it manifests:
Hot body
Accompanying symptoms:
Nighttime fever, Delirium, Confusion, Incoherent or confused speech, Cold extremities
Jiao Tai Wan
Traditional formula for feeling of heat
Main Actions
- Restores the functional communication between the Heart and the Kidneys