Postcholecystectomy Diarrheaaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Surgical & Postoperative Conditions
TCM Herbal Formulas for Postcholecystectomy Diarrhea
See more details below about Chai Hu Gui Jiang Tang, a herbal formula used to address postcholecystectomy diarrhea.
- By Formula Type
- Formulas that vent membrane source
Formulas that vent membrane source
Postcholecystectomy diarrhea can be treated by these formulas if it results from blockages in the body, often manifested as masses or lumps, needing actions that open and resolve these obstructions.
One such formula is Chai Hu Gui Jiang Tang, with bupleurum root as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Postcholecystectomy Diarrhea
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address postcholecystectomy diarrhea, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Cool/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
- Warm/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
Cool/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior
Postcholecystectomy diarrhea can be treated by these herbs when the body needs to harmonize with external environmental changes, particularly when there's a need to expel pathogenic factors like wind or cold without overly cooling the body.
One such herb is Bupleurum Roots (Chai Hu), a key herb in some formulas recommended for postcholecystectomy diarrhea, like Chai Hu Gui Jiang Tang.
Warm/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior
Postcholecystectomy diarrhea 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 Cinnamon Twigs (Gui Zhi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for postcholecystectomy diarrhea, like Chai Hu Gui Jiang Tang.