Swollen Gums in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different swollen gums patterns according to TCM theory
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Condition Categories
Condition Categories
1
TCM Pattern
7
Formulas
Overview
What causes it
1 TCM pattern documented
How to recognize
Symptoms specific to each swollen gums pattern
Classical remedies
7 herbal formulas documented
TCM Patterns for Swollen Gums
Each pattern represents a distinct underlying imbalance that can cause swollen gums
Heat
Stomach Heat or Fire
Symptoms
14
Formulas
5
Diagnostic signs
Pulse
Rapid (Shu), Slippery (Hua), Full (Shi)
Tongue
Red in the center with a dry thick yellow or dark yellow coating
Accompanying symptoms you may experience
Upper abdominal burning pain
Excessive thirst
Craving for cold beverages
Restlessness
Dry stools
Dry mouth
Mouth ulcers
Acid reflux
Recommended herbal formulas
Symptoms
10
Formulas
2
Diagnostic signs
Pulse
Floating (Fu), Slippery (Hua)
Accompanying symptoms you may experience
Toothache
Headaches
Loose teeth
Bleeding gums
Irritability
Thirst
Stomatitis
Periodontitis
Recommended herbal formulas
Herbal Formulas for Swollen Gums
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address swollen gums