Focal distention in the epigastrium according to Chinese Medicine
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A herbal formula that might help with focal distention in the epigastrium
Shi Zao Tang
Source date: 220 AD
Number of ingredients: 4 herbs
Key actions: Purges and drives out Phlegm-Fluids.
Why might Shi Zao Tang help with focal distention in the epigastrium?
Because it is a formula often recommended to treat the pattern 'Phlegm-Fluids in the chest and hypochondrium' of which hard focal distention in the epigastrium is a symptom.
The three Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat focal distention in the epigastrium
Why might Genkwa Flower (Yuan Hua) help with focal distention in the epigastrium?
Because it is a key herb in Shi Zao Tang, a herbal formula indicated to treat the pattern '' (a pattern with focal distention in the epigastrium as a symptom)
Genkwa Flowers is a Warm herb that tastes Bitter and Pungent. It targets the Kidney, the Large intestine and the Lung.
Its main actions are: Relieves chronic congestion of Fluids in the chest and stops cough. Drains congested Fluids through the urine and the stool. Expels parasites.
Why might Peking Spurge Root (Jing Da Ji) help with focal distention in the epigastrium?
Because it is a key herb in Shi Zao Tang, a herbal formula indicated to treat the pattern '' (a pattern with focal distention in the epigastrium as a symptom)
Peking Spurge Roots is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Spleen, the Kidney and the Lung.
Its main actions are: Drains water downward and drives out Phlegm-Fluids. Reduces swellings and dispels lumps.
Why might Kansui Root (Gan Sui) help with focal distention in the epigastrium?
Because it is a key herb in Shi Zao Tang, a herbal formula indicated to treat the pattern '' (a pattern with focal distention in the epigastrium as a symptom)
Kansui Roots is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Spleen, the Kidney, the Large intestine and the Lung.
Its main actions are: Relieves water retention and congestion of Fluids. Cools swellings and reduces inflammation when applied topically. Strong purgative, driving water and Food Stagnation out though the stool.
Other symptoms often associated with focal distention in the epigastrium
Cough with pain in the chest and hypochondria Dry heaves Shortness of breath Headaches Vertigo