Epidemic Hermorrhagic Feveraccording to TCM
Symptom family: Fever and Temperature-Related Conditions
Parent symptom: Fever
What is epidemic hemorrhagic fever?
Epidemic hemorrhagic fever is a severe infectious disease characterized by high fever, bleeding disorders, and vascular damage. This condition is typically caused by viruses such as Hantavirus and Dengue virus, leading to symptoms like sudden fever, severe headache, muscle pain, and internal bleeding. The illness can progress rapidly, affecting multiple organ systems and potentially leading to shock and organ failure. Recognizing and treating epidemic hemorrhagic fever promptly is crucial to preventing severe complications and improving patient outcomes.
How does TCM view epidemic hemorrhagic fever?
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views epidemic hemorrhagic fever as a result of pathogenic factors invading the body and causing imbalances. In TCM, this condition is often linked to patterns of Heat and Dampness that disrupt the normal flow of Qi and Blood. These disruptions can lead to symptoms like high fever, bleeding, and overall toxicity within the body. Identifying the specific pattern of disharmony is essential for effective treatment, as TCM emphasizes restoring balance and harmony through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Causes of epidemic hemorrhagic fever according to TCM
In TCM, epidemic hemorrhagic fever can be caused by several patterns of disharmony. One common pattern is Heat in the Qi and Blood levels according to the 4 Level Theory, which manifests as high fever, intense thirst, irritability, and bleeding tendencies. This pattern occurs when pathogenic Heat invades the body, causing excessive internal heat that disrupts the normal circulation of Qi and Blood. Understanding the patterns helps practitioners tailor treatments to address the underlying causes effectively.
TCM Herbal Formulas for Epidemic Hermorrhagic Fever
For Heat in the Qi and Blood levels, the recommended formula is Qing Wen Bai Du Yin. This formula includes Gypsum (Shi Gao), which is known for its powerful Heat-clearing and Toxin-resolving properties. It addresses symptoms like high fever and bleeding by cooling the Blood and purging the pathogenic Heat.
See more details below about Qing Wen Bai Du Yin, a herbal formula used to address epidemic hermorrhagic fever.
- By Formula Type
- Formulas that clear heat and resolve toxicity
Formulas that clear Heat and resolve toxicity
Epidemic hermorrhagic fever can be treated by formulas that clear Heat and resolve toxicity if it arises from heat toxins affecting the body.
One such formula is Qing Wen Bai Du Yin, with gypsum as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Epidemic Hermorrhagic Fever
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address epidemic hermorrhagic fever, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Herbs that clear heat and purge fire and/or clear summer heat
Herbs that clear Heat and purge Fire and/or clear Summer Heat
Epidemic hermorrhagic fever can be treated by these herbs when it arises from excessive internal heat or fire, aiding in cooling the body and balancing internal temperature.
One such herb is Gypsum (Shi Gao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for epidemic hermorrhagic fever, like Qing Wen Bai Du Yin.
Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.
"Herbs that clear Heat and purge Fire and/or clear Summer Heat" recommended for epidemic hermorrhagic fever
| Herb | Formulas they belong to (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Gypsum (Shi Gao) | Qing Wen Bai Du Yin |
| Anemarrhena Rhizomes (Zhi Mu) | Qing Wen Bai Du Yin |