Chills With Warm Skinaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Cold Sensations and Intolerance
Parent symptom: Chills
Root Causes of Chills With Warm Skin in TCM
Explore below more details about what might cause Chills with warm skin according to TCM.
- By Syndrome
- Cold
- Dampness
Cold
In TCM "Cold" as a pattern of disharmony refers to a specific type of imbalance within the body's systems, often linked to a deficiency or weakness. It's not about feeling physically cold or having a common cold, but rather a metaphorical description of certain symptoms and underlying conditions. When a TCM practitioner says someone suffers from "Cold," it usually implies that the body's Yang energy, which is warm and active, is insufficient or overpowered by Yin energy, which is cool and passive. Symptoms of Cold in TCM can include a general feeling of coldness, cold limbs, pale complexion, low energy, slow metabolism, and a preference for warmth. ... see more
Cold Patterns That Can Lead to Chills With Warm Skin
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Cold with Interior Dampness in Summer | Chills with skin that is warm to the touch, Chills with warm skin, Lack of sweating, Heavy sensation in the head, Headaches, Abdominal pain, Vomit, Diarrhea, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Fatigued extremities, Nausea... see more | Xiang Ru San |
Dampness
"Dampness" in TCM is a concept that describes a pattern of disharmony where the body accumulates excess moisture. Imagine the heavy, sticky feeling you get on a very humid day; that's similar to what dampness feels like internally. It can manifest as a sense of heaviness, bloating, sluggishness, or even a foggy mind. This condition is often thought to arise from environmental factors like living in a damp place, dietary habits that promote moisture in the body, or internal imbalances that hinder the body's ability to process fluids properly. In TCM, dampness can obstruct the normal flow of energy and fluids in the body, leading to various symptoms.... see more
Dampness Patterns That Can Lead to Chills With Warm Skin
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Cold with Interior Dampness in Summer | Chills with skin that is warm to the touch, Chills with warm skin, Lack of sweating, Heavy sensation in the head, Headaches, Abdominal pain, Vomit, Diarrhea, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Fatigued extremities, Nausea... see more | Xiang Ru San |
TCM Herbal Formulas for Chills With Warm Skin
See more details below about Xiang Ru San, a herbal formula used to address chills with warm skin.
- By Cause
- By Formula Type
- Cold
- Dampness
- Formulas that dispel summer-Heat and resolve exterior
Top Formula for Cold:
Xiang Ru San
Suitable for Cold patterns that may cause chills with warm skin, such as Exterior Cold with Interior Dampness in Summer
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Top Formula for Dampness:
Xiang Ru San
Suitable for Dampness patterns that may cause chills with warm skin, such as Exterior Cold with Interior Dampness in Summer
Learn moreFormulas that dispel Summer-Heat and resolve Exterior
These formulas are suitable for some chills with warm skin-causing patterns like Exterior Cold with Interior Dampness in Summer.
One such formula is Xiang Ru San, with vietnamese balm as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Chills With Warm Skin
See more details below about Vietnamese Balm (Xiang Ru), a herb used to address chills with warm skin.
- By Herb Category
- Warm/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
Warm/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior
Chills with warm skin can be treated by these herbs when there is a need to dispel external cold and warm the body, especially in cases where there is insufficient Yang energy internally.
One such herb is Vietnamese Balm (Xiang Ru), a key herb in some formulas recommended for chills with warm skin, like Xiang Ru San.