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Dry Noseaccording to TCM

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Root Causes of Dry Nose in TCM

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Dryness

"Dryness" in TCM refers to a state where there is a lack of moisture in the body, much like how the land feels during a drought. It's a pattern of disharmony that can arise from external factors like dry weather or internal issues, such as insufficient fluid intake or certain lifestyle habits. When your body experiences this dryness, you might notice symptoms like dry skin, a scratchy throat, dry eyes, or even constipation. It's similar to the feeling of being parched or having dry, chapped lips in a very dry climate. TCM views this as an imbalance where the body's yin - often associated with moisture and cooling - is depleted.... see more

Dryness Patterns That Can Lead to Dry Nose

Common Symptoms: Aversion To Cold Skin Dryness Dry Mouth Dry Throat Fever Perspiration Sore Throat Dry Cough

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Dry-Cold Dry nose, Fever, Headaches, Aversion to cold, Skin dryness, Lack of sweating, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Coughing, Scanty sputum... see more Xing Su San
Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire Dry nose, Fever, Thirst, Perspiration, Sore throat, Skin dryness, Dry throat, Dry cough, Aversion to cold, Dry mouth... see more Xing Su San | Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang | Sang Xing Tang
Dry-Wind Dry nose, Aversion to cold, Perspiration, Skin dryness, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Dry cough, Sore throat, Dry tongue... see more Sang Xing Tang
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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 Dry Nose

Common Symptoms: Headaches Lack Of Sweating Fever Aversion To Cold Skin Dryness Dry Mouth Dry Throat Coughing

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Dry-Cold Dry nose, Fever, Headaches, Aversion to cold, Skin dryness, Lack of sweating, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Coughing, Scanty sputum... see more Xing Su San
Wind Cold with Internal Heat Dry nasal passages, Strong fever, Severe chills, Lack of sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, General sensation of tightness, Flushed face, Eye hyperemia, Dry nose, Thirst, Irritability, Insomnia, Hemoptysis, Mottled skin... see more Shi Gao Tang
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Heat

In TCM "Heat" signifies an excess of Yang energy, leading to an imbalance where heat predominates over the body's cool Yin aspects. This condition is metaphorically akin to an internal over-heating. Symptoms indicative of Heat can include feelings of warmth, fever, sweating, irritability, red face, thirst with a preference for cold drinks, and a rapid pulse. The tongue may appear red with a yellow coating. Unlike the common interpretation of heat in terms of temperature, in TCM, it represents a state of hyperactivity or inflammation in the body.... see more

Heat Patterns That Can Lead to Dry Nose

Common Symptoms: Thirst Fever Perspiration Sore Throat Skin Dryness Dry Throat Dry Cough Aversion To Cold

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire Dry nose, Fever, Thirst, Perspiration, Sore throat, Skin dryness, Dry throat, Dry cough, Aversion to cold, Dry mouth... see more Xing Su San | Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang | Sang Xing Tang
Wind Cold with Internal Heat Dry nasal passages, Strong fever, Severe chills, Lack of sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, General sensation of tightness, Flushed face, Eye hyperemia, Dry nose, Thirst, Irritability, Insomnia, Hemoptysis, Mottled skin... see more Shi Gao Tang
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Wind

In TCM "Wind" is a concept that represents a pattern of disharmony, often characterized by its sudden and unpredictable nature, much like a gusty wind changing direction without warning. This pattern is associated with symptoms that come and go quickly or move around the body, such as itching, tremors, or even certain types of pain. Wind is considered to be a primary cause of illnesses that have these rapidly changing characteristics. In TCM, external Wind often refers to illnesses that start suddenly, like the common cold, believed to be caused by external pathogenic factors like climatic changes. On the other hand, internal Wind can be linked to internal imbalances and can manifest in conditions like dizziness or spasms. ... see more

Wind Patterns That Can Lead to Dry Nose

Common Symptoms: Aversion To Cold Perspiration Skin Dryness Dry Mouth Dry Throat Dry Cough Sore Throat Dry Tongue

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Dry-Wind Dry nose, Aversion to cold, Perspiration, Skin dryness, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Dry cough, Sore throat, Dry tongue... see more Sang Xing Tang
Wind Cold with Internal Heat Dry nasal passages, Strong fever, Severe chills, Lack of sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, General sensation of tightness, Flushed face, Eye hyperemia, Dry nose, Thirst, Irritability, Insomnia, Hemoptysis, Mottled skin... see more Shi Gao Tang
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Body Fluids Deficiency

In TCM a deficiency of body fluids indicates an imbalance where the body lacks sufficient Yin fluids, which are crucial for lubrication and nourishment. This condition often results from prolonged illness, overexertion, or consuming too many drying or heating foods. Symptoms of body fluid deficiency can include dryness in the skin, eyes, mouth, and throat, as well as a dry cough, constipation, and a feeling of thirst. Additionally, there might be more subtle signs like a dry tongue, a thin pulse, and a general sense of fatigue or weakness. This pattern of disharmony reflects an underlying insufficiency in the body's ability to generate and maintain essential fluids, which are vital for the proper functioning of organs and systems.... see more

Body Fluids Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Dry Nose

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Body Fluids Deficiency Dry nose, Skin dryness, Dry mouth, Dry cough, Dry lips, Dry tongue, Dry throat, Dry stools Xing Su San | Bai He Gu Jin Tang | Zeng Ye Tang

TCM Herbal Formulas for Dry Nose

Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address dry nose, organized by cause and by formula type.

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  • Formulas that disperse dryness and moisten
  • Formulas that nourish yin and tonify
  • Formulas that enrich yin and moisten dryness
  • Formulas that clear dryness
  • Formulas that clear lung-Heat
  • Formulas that release the exterior and clear the interior
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Top Formula for Dryness:
Xing Su San

Suitable for Dryness patterns that may cause dry nose, such as Dry-Cold or Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire

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All Formulas Recommended for Dry Nose Caused by Dryness

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Xing Su San Dry-Cold, Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire
Sang Xing Tang Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire, Dry-Wind
Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire

Top Formula for Cold:
Xing Su San

Suitable for Cold patterns that may cause dry nose, such as Dry-Cold

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All Formulas Recommended for Dry Nose Caused by Cold

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Xing Su San Dry-Cold
Shi Gao Tang Wind Cold with Internal Heat

Top Formula for Heat:
Xing Su San

Suitable for Heat patterns that may cause dry nose, such as Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire

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All Formulas Recommended for Dry Nose Caused by Heat

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Xing Su San Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire
Sang Xing Tang Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire
Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire
Shi Gao Tang Wind Cold with Internal Heat

Top Formula for Wind:
Sang Xing Tang

Suitable for Wind patterns that may cause dry nose, such as Dry-Wind

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All Formulas Recommended for Dry Nose Caused by Wind

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Sang Xing Tang Dry-Wind
Shi Gao Tang Wind Cold with Internal Heat

Top Formula for Body Fluids Deficiency:
Xing Su San

Suitable for Body Fluids Deficiency patterns that may cause dry nose, such as Body Fluids Deficiency

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All Formulas Recommended for Dry Nose Caused by Body Fluids Deficiency

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Xing Su San Body Fluids Deficiency
Bai He Gu Jin Tang Body Fluids Deficiency
Zeng Ye Tang Body Fluids Deficiency

Formulas that disperse Dryness and moisten

These formulas are suitable for some dry nose-causing patterns like Body Fluids Deficiency or Dry-Cold.

One such formula is Xing Su San, with apricot seed as a key herb.

Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.

All "formulas that disperse dryness and moisten" recommended for dry nose

Formula Patterns Suitable For (if applicable)
Xing Su San Body Fluids Deficiency, Dry-Cold, Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire
Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire

Formulas that clear Dryness

These formulas are suitable for some dry nose-causing patterns like Dry-Heat or Dry-Fire or Dry-Wind.

One such formula is Sang Xing Tang, with mulberry leaves as a key herb.

Formulas that nourish Yin and tonify

These formulas are suitable for some dry nose-causing patterns like Body Fluids Deficiency.

One such formula is Bai He Gu Jin Tang, with lily bulb as a key herb.

Formulas that enrich Yin and moisten Dryness

These formulas are suitable for some dry nose-causing patterns like Body Fluids Deficiency.

One such formula is Zeng Ye Tang, with ningpo figwort root as a key herb.

Formulas that Release the Exterior and Clear the Interior

These formulas are suitable for some dry nose-causing patterns like Wind Cold with Internal Heat.

One such formula is Shi Gao Tang, with gypsum as a key herb.

Formulas that clear Lung-Heat

Dry nose can be treated by these formulas if it is a consequence of heat accumulation in the lungs affecting respiratory health.

One such formula is Pi Pa Qing Fei Yin, with loquat leaves as a key herb.

TCM Herbs for Dry Nose

Explore below some TCM herbs used to address dry nose, organized by herb category.

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  • Herbs that relieve coughing and wheezing
  • Herbs that cool the blood
  • Herbs that clear heat and purge fire and/or clear summer heat
  • Warm/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
  • Tonic herbs for yin deficiency
  • Tonic herbs for blood deficiency
  • Cool/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
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Herbs that relieve coughing and wheezing

Dry nose can be treated by these herbs when it originates from obstructions in the lung pathways, helping to ease respiratory discomfort and restore normal breathing.

One such herb is Apricot Seeds (Xing Ren), a key herb in some formulas recommended for dry nose, like Xing Su San.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

"Herbs that relieve coughing and wheezing" recommended for dry nose

Herb Formulas they belong to (if applicable)
Apricot Seeds (Xing Ren) Xing Su San | Sang Xing Tang
Loquat Leaves (Pi Pa Ye) Pi Pa Qing Fei Yin

Herbs that cool the Blood

Dry nose can be treated by these herbs when it is a consequence of excess heat in the blood, helping to cool and detoxify the blood.

One such herb is Unprepared Rehmannia (Di Huang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for dry nose, like Bai He Gu Jin Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

"Herbs that cool the Blood" recommended for dry nose

Herb Formulas they belong to (if applicable)
Unprepared Rehmannia (Di Huang) Bai He Gu Jin Tang
Ningpo Figwort Roots (Xuan Shen) Zeng Ye Tang

Herbs that clear Heat and purge Fire and/or clear Summer Heat

Dry nose can be treated by these herbs when it arises from excessive internal heat or fire, aiding in cooling the body and balancing internal temperature.

One such herb is Cape Jasmine Fruits (Zhi Zi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for dry nose, like Sang Xing Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

"Herbs that clear Heat and purge Fire and/or clear Summer Heat" recommended for dry nose

Herb Formulas they belong to (if applicable)
Cape Jasmine Fruits (Zhi Zi) Sang Xing Tang
Gypsum (Shi Gao) Shi Gao Tang

Warm/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior

Dry nose 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 Perilla Leaves (Zi Su Ye), a key herb in some formulas recommended for dry nose, like Xing Su San.

Tonic herbs for Yin Deficiency

Dry nose can be treated by these herbs when caused by a lack of Yin, which is essential for cooling and moistening the body, thereby restoring balance.

One such herb is Lily Bulbs (Bai He), a key herb in some formulas recommended for dry nose, like Bai He Gu Jin Tang.

Tonic herbs for Blood Deficiency

Dry nose can be treated by these herbs in cases of blood deficiency, working to nourish and replenish the body's blood supply.

One such herb is Prepared Rehmannia (Shu Di huang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for dry nose, like Bai He Gu Jin Tang.

Cool/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior

Dry nose 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 Mulberry Leaves (Sang Ye), a key herb in some formulas recommended for dry nose, like Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang.