Swollen lymph nodes according to Chinese Medicine

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A herbal formula that might help with swollen lymph nodes

Er Qing Gao

Source date: 1617 AD

Number of ingredients: 11 herbs

Key actions: Clears Toxic-Heat. Disperses swelling. Relieves pain.

Why might Er Qing Gao help with swollen lymph nodes?

Er Qing Gao has sometimes been used by TCM professionals to alleviate the symptoms of inflamed lymph nodes

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The three Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat swollen lymph nodes

Why might Monk Fruit (Luo Han Guo) help with swollen lymph nodes?

Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat swollen lymph nodes as can be seen on Monk Fruit's page.

Monk Fruits is a Cool herb that tastes Sweet. It targets the Large intestine and the Lung.

Its main actions are: Lubricates and cools the Lungs. Treats Lung Yin Deficiency. Dissipates nodules and swollen glands. Lubricates the Intestines and relieves constipation.

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Why might Kombu (Kun Bu) help with swollen lymph nodes?

Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat swollen lymph nodes as can be seen on Kombu's page.

Kombu is a Cold herb that tastes Salty. It targets the Kidney, the Liver and the Stomach.

Its main actions are: Softens hardness, Cools Hot phlegm. Encourages urination and lessens edema.

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Why might Maral Root (Lou Lu) help with swollen lymph nodes?

Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat swollen lymph nodes as can be seen on Maral Root's page.

Maral Roots is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter and Salty. It targets the Large intestine and the Stomach.

Its main actions are: Expels Heat and reduces toxic swellings. Increases the flow of mothers' milk.

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Other symptoms often associated with swollen lymph nodes

Goiter Edema Lymphadenitis Mastitis Sores Clogged milk ducts Carbuncles Pneumonitis Dry cough Constipation