Throat inflammation according to Chinese Medicine
The information provided here is not a replacement for a doctor. You shouldn't use it for the purpose of self-diagnosing or self-medicating but rather so you can have a more informed discussion with a professional TCM practitioner.
Acupuncture points used for throat inflammation
The two Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat throat inflammation
Why might Chinese Honeylocust Abnormal Fruit (Zhu Ya Zao) help with throat inflammation?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat throat inflammation as can be seen on Chinese Honeylocust Abnormal Fruit's page.
Chinese Honeylocust Abnormal Fruits is a Warm herb that tastes Pungent and Salty. It targets the Large intestine and the Lung.
Its main actions are: Clears Phlegm. Opens orifice and blockage. Dispels Wind and kill worms.
Why might Star Jasmine Stem (Luo Shi Teng) help with throat inflammation?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat throat inflammation as can be seen on Star Jasmine Stem's page.
Star Jasmine Stems is a Cool herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Heart, the Kidney and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Dispel Wind-Damp and removes obstruction from the Channels. Remove Blood-Heat and reduces swelling.
Other symptoms often associated with throat inflammation
Dyspnea Cough with abundant phlegm Apoplexy Wind stroke Epilepsy Sores Swellings Skin tinea Rheumatoid arthritis Knee pain