Pulmonary Tuberculosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different pulmonary tuberculosis patterns according to TCM theory
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Pulmonary tuberculosis, commonly referred to as lung TB, is a serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It primarily affects the lungs but can spread to other organs of the body. Characterized by symptoms such as a persistent cough, weight loss, fever, and night sweats, pulmonary TB is a condition with significant global health implications. Despite advancements in treatment, it remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, particularly in areas with limited healthcare resources.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches pulmonary tuberculosis through a lens vastly different from Western medicine, focusing on the balance of Qi (vital energy), Blood, Yin, and Yang within the body. TCM identifies pulmonary TB as a symptom of underlying imbalances and disharmony, often categorizing it under traditional syndromes such as Lung Dryness, Yin Deficiency, and Qi Deficiency. By assessing the specific patterns of disharmony in each individual, TCM aims to restore balance and health through a holistic treatment approach, emphasizing the importance of identifying and addressing the root causes of the condition.
Herbal Formulas for Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address pulmonary tuberculosis
Bai He Gu Jin Tang
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Nourishes Lung and Kidney Yin
- Moistens the Lung
- Transfers Phlegm
- Clears Heat
- Reliefs Cough
Bei Mu Gua Lou San
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Moistens the Lungs
- Clears Heat
- Regulates Qi
- Resolve Phlegm
- Stop coughing
Bu Fei E Jiao Tang
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Controls coughing
- Stops bleeding
- Tonifies the Lungs
Bu Fei Tang
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Augments the Qi
- Stabilizes the Exterior
Chai Hu Gui Jiang Tang
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Harmonizes and releases the Lesser Yang
- Removes Stagnation
- Warms the Interior
- Dispels Cold
Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies the Middle Burner (Spleen and Stomach)
- Tonifies Qi
- Relieves spasmodic pain
Ke Xie Fang
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Clears Fire
- Transforms Phlegm
- Preserves the Lungs
- Stops coughing and bleeding
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Enriches the yin and nourishes the Kidneys
Mu Li San
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Inhibits sweating
- Stabilizes the exterior
Qing Hao Bie Jia Tang
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Clears Heat
Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Clears dryness
- Moistens the Lungs
Ren Shen Ge Jie San
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Qi
- Augments the Kidneys
- Stops coughing
- Arrests wheezing
Sha Shen Mai Men Dong Tang
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Clears and nourishes the Lungs and Stomach
- Generates Body Fluids and moistens Dryness
Sheng Mai San
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Augments Qi
- Supplies the Yin
- Stops excessive sweating
- Generates Body Fluids
Shi Hui San
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Cools the Blood and
- Stops bleeding
- Clears Heat and drains Fire
Yi Guan Jian
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Enriches the Yin
- Spreads the Liver Qi
Zhi Zi Chi Tang
Traditional formula for pulmonary tuberculosis
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Alleviates restlessness and irritability