Swollen eyes according to Chinese Medicine
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Acupuncture points used for swollen eyes
The five Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat swollen eyes
Why might Ash Bark (Qin Pi) help with swollen eyes?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat swollen eyes as can be seen on Ash Bark's page.
Ash Barks is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Gallbladder, the Stomach, the Large intestine and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Expels Damp-Heat diarrhea. Eliminates Liver Fire and brightens the eyes. Dispels Wind-Damp painful obstruction (Bi Pain). Relieves cough and wheezing.
Why might Tokyo Violet (Zi Hua Di Ding) help with swollen eyes?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat swollen eyes as can be seen on Tokyo Violet 's page.
Tokyo Violets is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter and Pungent. It targets the Heart and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Expels Heat and toxicity and reduces swellings. Cools and reduces Hot swellings if applied topically.
Why might Borax (Peng Sha) help with swollen eyes?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat swollen eyes as can be seen on Borax's page.
Borax is a Cool herb that tastes Salty and Sweet. It targets the Stomach and the Lung.
Its main actions are: Applied topically for Toxic-Heat. Clears Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs.
Why might Saiga Antelope's Horn (Ling Yang Jiao) help with swollen eyes?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat swollen eyes as can be seen on Saiga Antelope's Horn's page.
Saiga Antelope's Horns is a Cold herb that tastes Salty. It targets the Heart and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Clears Internal Liver Wind, subdues Yang. Clears Liver Fire and brightens the eyes. Eliminates toxins and reduces fever.
Why might Puncture Vine Fruit (Ji Li) help with swollen eyes?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat swollen eyes as can be seen on Puncture Vine Fruit's page.
Puncture Vine Fruits is a Warm herb that tastes Bitter and Pungent. It targets the Liver and the Lung.
Its main actions are: Calms Liver-Yang. Clears Wind-Heat and clears the eyes. Invigorates Liver Qi by removing Stagnation. Relieves itchiness.
Other symptoms often associated with swollen eyes
Painful eyes Blurred vision Red eyes Sore throat Bloodshot eyes Eye nebula Dizziness Diarrhea Dysentery Cataracts