Swollen Gumsaccording to TCM
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Symptom family: Oral Inflammations and Infections
Root Causes of Swollen Gums in TCM
Explore below more details about what might cause Swollen gums according to TCM.
- By Syndrome
- By Organ
- Heat
Heat
In TCM "Heat" signifies an excess of Yang energy, leading to an imbalance where heat predominates over the body's cool Yin aspects. This condition is metaphorically akin to an internal over-heating. Symptoms indicative of Heat can include feelings of warmth, fever, sweating, irritability, red face, thirst with a preference for cold drinks, and a rapid pulse. The tongue may appear red with a yellow coating. Unlike the common interpretation of heat in terms of temperature, in TCM, it represents a state of hyperactivity or inflammation in the body.... see more
Heat Patterns That Can Lead to Swollen Gums
Common Symptoms: Bleeding Gums Irritability Bad Breath Dry Mouth Restlessness Constipation Clogged Milk Ducts Toothache
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Stomach Heat or Fire | Swelling gums, Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth, Mouth ulcers, Acid reflux, Nausea, Vomiting after eating, Excessive hunger, Bad breath, Feeling of heat, Acne... see more | Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang | Qing Wei San | Xie Huang San | Fei Er Wan | Hua Ban Tang |
| Stomach Fire or Stomach Heat | Swelling gums, Toothache, Headaches, Loose teeth, Bleeding gums, Irritability, Thirst, Stomatitis, Periodontitis, Glossitis, Trigeminal neuralgia... see more | Yu Nu Jian | Wen Dan Tang |
TCM Herbal Formulas for Swollen Gums
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address swollen gums, organized by cause and by formula type.
- By Cause
- By Formula Type
- Heat
Top Formula for Heat:
Yu Nu Jian
Suitable for Heat patterns that may cause swollen gums, such as Stomach Fire or Stomach Heat
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Swollen Gums Caused by Heat
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Yu Nu Jian | Stomach Fire or Stomach Heat |
| Wen Dan Tang | Stomach Fire or Stomach Heat |
| Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang | Stomach Heat or Fire |
| Qing Wei San | Stomach Heat or Fire |
| Xie Huang San | Stomach Heat or Fire |
| Fei Er Wan | Stomach Heat or Fire |
| Hua Ban Tang | Stomach Heat or Fire |
Acupoints for Swollen Gums
Explore below some acupoints used to address swollen gums, organized by meridian.
- By Meridian
- Gall Bladder Channel
- Extra Points: Head and Neck (EX-HN)
- Triple Burner Channel
Muchuang GB-16
1 cun posterior to the Toulingqi GB-15 or 1.5 cun posterior to the anterior hairline, on the pupil line which is 2.25 cun lateral to the midline.
