However, these were gradually reduced and discontinued after 3
months. As he started to improve, after 3 months the treatment included
some tonification of the Spleen (with Ren-12 Zhongwan, BL-20 Pishu
and ST-36 Zusanli) and the use of the patent remedy Ping Chuan Wan
Calming Breathlessness Pill which tonifies Spleen and Kidneys and
restores the descending of Lung-Qi.Chronic Phase
During the chronic phase the main priority is to tonify Lungs, Spleen, or Kidneys.
Lung Deficiency
Clinical Manifestations
Sweating, chilliness, propensity to catching colds, sneezing, a runny nose, shortness of breath,
slight wheezing with a low sound, a slight cough.
Tongue: Pale.
Pulse: Weak.
Treatment Principle
Tonify the Lungs and consolidate the Exterior.
Acupuncture
General Prescription
LU-9 Taiyuan, ST-36 Zusanli, Ren-6 Qihai, BL-13 Feishu, Du-12 Shenzhu, LU-7 Lieque. All
with reinforcing method.
Explanation
- LU-9, BL-13 and Du-12 tonify Lung-Qi and consolidate the Exterior.
- ST-36 and Ren-6 tonify Qi in general.
- LU-7 restores the descending of Lung-Qi and stops wheezing and cough.
Herbal Treatment