Warm Pathogen Diseases

The understanding and treatment of infectious and externally-contracted diseases have been central to Chinese medicine for millennia. In recent centuries, the warm pathogen disease school has significantly influenced Chinese medical thought, with modern practitioners applying its concepts to diagnose and treat various serious illnesses, including common Western auto-immune disorders. This clinically oriented guide offers an in-depth exploration of warm pathogen diseases. The introductory chapters recount the development of warm pathogen disease theories by traditional Chinese physicians from the seventeenth to nineteenth centuries, shaped by health crises and epidemics of their time. The evolution of their approaches to etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment illustrates the adaptability of traditional medicine to contemporary needs. The second part of the book presents various warm pathogen diseases from a clinical perspective, detailing manifestations, pathogenesis, treatment principles, and formulas for each type. Case histories demonstrate practical applications of theory in clinical settings. The author highlights diverse approaches, showcasing the dynamic nature of traditional Chinese medicine. Additionally, dosage and preparation aspects, often overlooked in standard texts, are addressed, providing valuable insights for practitioners. The volume concludes with an extensive bibliography of original source materi