Symptom family: Phobias

Root Causes of Anemophobia in TCM

Explore below more details about what might cause Anemophobia according to TCM.

  • By Syndrome
Detailed description of the cause

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 Anemophobia

Common Symptoms: Sneezing Aversion To Cold Fever Headaches Nasal Discharge Itchy Throat Coughing Stiff Neck

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Exterior Wind Aversion to wind, Aversion to cold, Fever, Headaches, Anemophobia, Nasal discharge, Clear sputum, Itchy throat, Sneezing, Coughing, Muscle pain, Itchy skin... see more Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San
Greater Yang Attack of Wind Aversion to wind, Slight aversion to cold, Anemophobia, Low grade fever, Mild sweating, Stiff neck, Sneezing, Occipital headache... see more Gui Zhi Tang
Wind-Heat Fear of wind, Aversion to cold, Fever, Sneezing, Coughing, Nasal discharge, Occipital stiffness, Occipital headache, Perspiration, Sore throat, Yellowish phlegm... see more Yin Qiao San | Sang Ju Yin | Cong Chi Tang | Huo Ren Cong Shi Tang | Jing Jie Lian Qiao Tang | Zhu Ye Cheng Liu Tang | Xiao Feng San | Fang Feng Tong Sheng San | Bing Peng San | Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin
Detailed description of the cause

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 Anemophobia

Common Symptoms: Fever Thirst Arthralgia Joints Red And Hot Anxiety Swollen Joints Joint Stiffness Aversion To Cold

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Heat invading the Channels joints and muscles Aversion to wind, Arthralgia, Joints red and hot, Fever, Thirst, Anxiety, Anemophobia, Swollen joints, Joint stiffness... see more Xuan Bi Tang
Wind-Heat Fear of wind, Aversion to cold, Fever, Sneezing, Coughing, Nasal discharge, Occipital stiffness, Occipital headache, Perspiration, Sore throat, Yellowish phlegm... see more Yin Qiao San | Sang Ju Yin | Cong Chi Tang | Huo Ren Cong Shi Tang | Jing Jie Lian Qiao Tang | Zhu Ye Cheng Liu Tang | Xiao Feng San | Fang Feng Tong Sheng San | Bing Peng San | Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin
Detailed description of the cause

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 Anemophobia

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Wind invading the Channels joints and muscles Aversion to wind, Arthralgia, Anemophobia, Fever Da Fang Feng Tang | Xiao Huo Luo Dan

TCM Herbal Formulas for Anemophobia

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

  • By Cause
  • By Formula Type
  • Formulas that dredge and disperse external wind
  • Formulas that clear wind-Heat
  • Formulas that dispel wind-Damp
  • External formulas for external disorders
  • Formulas that clear early-stage exterior disorders
  • Formulas that clear wind-Cold
  • Formulas that release the exterior and purge the interior
  • Formulas that clear heat and resolve toxicity

All Formulas Recommended for Anemophobia Caused by Wind

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Gui Zhi Tang Greater Yang Attack of Wind
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San Exterior Wind
Yin Qiao San Wind-Heat
Sang Ju Yin Wind-Heat
Cong Chi Tang Wind-Heat
Huo Ren Cong Shi Tang Wind-Heat
Jing Jie Lian Qiao Tang Wind-Heat
Zhu Ye Cheng Liu Tang Wind-Heat
Xiao Feng San Wind-Heat
Fang Feng Tong Sheng San Wind-Heat
Bing Peng San Wind-Heat
Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin Wind-Heat

All Formulas Recommended for Anemophobia Caused by Heat

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Xuan Bi Tang Heat invading the Channels joints and muscles
Yin Qiao San Wind-Heat
Sang Ju Yin Wind-Heat
Cong Chi Tang Wind-Heat
Huo Ren Cong Shi Tang Wind-Heat
Jing Jie Lian Qiao Tang Wind-Heat
Zhu Ye Cheng Liu Tang Wind-Heat
Xiao Feng San Wind-Heat
Fang Feng Tong Sheng San Wind-Heat
Bing Peng San Wind-Heat
Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin Wind-Heat

All Formulas Recommended for Anemophobia Caused by Cold

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Da Fang Feng Tang Wind invading the Channels joints and muscles
Xiao Huo Luo Dan Wind invading the Channels joints and muscles

All "formulas that dredge and disperse external wind" recommended for anemophobia

Formula Patterns Suitable For (if applicable)
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San Exterior Wind
Xiao Huo Luo Dan Wind invading the Channels joints and muscles
Xiao Feng San Wind-Heat

All "formulas that dispel wind-Damp" recommended for anemophobia

Formula Patterns Suitable For (if applicable)
Xuan Bi Tang Heat invading the Channels joints and muscles
Da Fang Feng Tang Wind invading the Channels joints and muscles

All "formulas that clear wind-Heat" recommended for anemophobia

Formula Patterns Suitable For (if applicable)
Sang Ju Yin Wind-Heat
Jing Jie Lian Qiao Tang Wind-Heat
Zhu Ye Cheng Liu Tang Wind-Heat

All "external formulas for external disorders" recommended for anemophobia

Formula Patterns Suitable For (if applicable)
Yin Qiao San Wind-Heat
Bing Peng San Wind-Heat

All "formulas that clear early-stage exterior disorders" recommended for anemophobia

Formula Patterns Suitable For (if applicable)
Cong Chi Tang Wind-Heat
Huo Ren Cong Shi Tang Wind-Heat

Acupoints for Anemophobia

Explore below some acupoints used to address anemophobia, organized by meridian.

  • By Meridian
  • Governing Vessel
  • Gall Bladder Channel
  • Pericardium Channel
Qianding DU-21

Qianding DU-21

On the midline, 1.5 cun anterior to Baihui DU-20 or 3.5 cun posterior to the anterior hairline.

Shangguan GB-3

Shangguan GB-3

In front of the ear, on the upper border of the zygomatic arch, in the depression directly above Xiaguan ST-7.

Tianquan P-2

Tianquan P-2

2 cun below the end of the anterior axillary fold, between the two heads of biceps brachii muscle.