Perimenstrual Feversaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Fever and Temperature-Related Conditions
Parent symptom: Fever
TCM Herbal Formulas for Perimenstrual Fevers
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address perimenstrual fevers, organized by formula type.
- By Formula Type
- Formulas that tonify blood
- Formulas that harmonize lesser yang-warp disorders
Formulas that tonify Blood
Perimenstrual fevers can be treated by these formulas when it is due to blood deficiency, requiring blood-nourishing and enriching actions.
One such formula is Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang, with milkvetch root as a key herb.
Formulas that harmonize lesser Yang-warp disorders
Perimenstrual fevers can be treated by these formulas in cases of imbalances in the lesser Yang (Shao Yang) phase, which often involve alternating hot and cold sensations.
One such formula is Xiao Chai Hu Tang, with bupleurum root as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Perimenstrual Fevers
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address perimenstrual fevers, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Tonic herbs for qi deficiency
- Cool/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency
Perimenstrual fevers can be treated by these herbs when stemming from a lack of vital energy or Qi, helping to boost energy and overall vitality.
One such herb is Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for perimenstrual fevers, like Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang.
Cool/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior
Perimenstrual fevers 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 perimenstrual fevers, like Xiao Chai Hu Tang.