Arthritic symptoms according to Chinese Medicine
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Water buffalo horn might help with arthritic symptoms
Why might Water Buffalo Horn (Shui Niu Jiao) help with arthritic symptoms?
Because it is a key herb in Xi Jiao Di Huang Tang, a herbal formula indicated to treat the pattern '' (a pattern with arthritic symptoms as a symptom)
Water Buffalo Horns is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter and Salty. It targets the Stomach, the Heart and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Cools the Blood, drains Fire and stops reckless movement of Blood. Clears Heat and Fire and stops tremors and convulsions. Cools Fire and expels toxins.
Other symptoms often associated with arthritic symptoms
Irritability Fever Flushed face Constipation Scanty and dark urine Tidal fever Hot palms and soles Red skin eruptions Night sweats Fatigue