V. Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western Medicine: Flexibility and Innovation

V. Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western Medicine: Flexibility and Innovation

As early as the 1960s, Professor Pei proposed the sixteen-character principle of “Western diagnosis, Chinese syndrome differentiation, Chinese medicine as the mainstay, Western medicine as a supplement,” which has been applied throughout the entire treatment process for leukemia.

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Input: 。他认为 , 白血病与其他恶性肿瘤相对而言 ,其诊断标 准明确 ,治疗时缓解指标清楚 ,检验方法比较方便等 ,都是突破白 血病防治难关的有利条件 。就白血病而言 ,特别是急性白血病 , 由于 其起病急骤 ,病势凶险 ,某些情况下还需要配合西药化疗 , 以急 则治其标 ,并为中医治本赢得时间 。鉴于此 ,裴教授在继承前人整 体观、扶正观的基础上 ,积极引进现代医学新技术 、新方法 ,师古而 不泥于古 , 发展又有创新 , 拟定多种中药处方配合化疗治疗白血 病 ,效果显著 ,扶正固本兰州方是其代表方之一 。该方系裴教授 60 年代组创 , 曾因以此方为基础治愈 1 例急性粒一单细胞白血病患 者 ,在 1974 年苏州全国血液病会议上被定名。兰州方方中生地黄、 山药、山茱萸滋阴补肾 ;党参、人参须 、北沙参 、太子参健脾益气 ;桂 枝、白芍调和营卫 ;浮小麦、甘草收敛安神。若白细胞计数偏低可加 肉桂、附子 ;红细胞计数偏低加女贞子 、旱莲草 ;血小板计数偏低加 玉竹、黄精 ;兼纳差、腹胀者加木香 、草豆寇 ;发热者加半枝莲 、白花 蛇舌草、生石膏、寒水石 ; 出血者加牡丹皮 、赤芍 、汉三七 、阿胶 。本 方主要用于白血病血细胞总数偏低者。对于白细胞总数增高者 ,则 以自拟紫龙合剂治疗 ,方由紫草、龙胆草 、金银花 、马齿苋 、寒水石 、 生石膏 、三棱 、莪术 、贯众 、马钱子(l 枚 ,油炸 ,此药苦 、寒 ,有大毒 , 能通络止痛、散结消肿油炸之后去其毒性组成。此外 ,还用蟾蜍、雄 黄少许 ,制成青寇胶囊 , 以毒攻毒 ,重在祛邪。裴教授数十年临床实

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践证明 ,急性白血病在应用西药化疗的同时 ,合用中药扶正之剂 , 往往可获得满意疗效治愈慢性白血病 ,若中药扶正与祛邪相结合 , 便可获得完全缓解 ,较之西药化疗副作用少 ,远期效果好 。扶正固 本兰州方配合化疗治疗白血病 ,起到了增效减毒的效果 ,化疗间歇 期于本方中加人马钱子(油炸)、土大黄 、水蛭 3 味 ,则可扶正化瘀 , 攻补兼施。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学教授治疗再生障碍性贫血经验 鲁维德 【关键词】裴正学 再生障碍性贫血/中医药疗法 【中图分类号】R556.5 【文献标志码】B 文章编号:1001-6910(2011)01-0057-04 裴正学教授系我国著名中西医结合专家 , 中华中医药学会终 身理事 ,从事临床五十余年 ,学验俱丰。笔者有幸师从裴老 ,受益良 多 ,今将其诊治再生障碍性贫血的经验总结介绍如下。再生障碍性 贫血是一种不明原因引起的骨髓造血干细胞和造血微环境损伤 , 致使造血功能衰竭而形成的全血细胞减少为主的病症 。本病可归 属于中医学"虚劳"、"虚损"、"血证"、"血虚 "范畴 ,与脾 、肾两脏关 系密切 ,其病机不离肾虚、脾虚、血热妄行 、气虚不能统血 。裴正学 教授认为 ,治疗再生障碍性贫血关键是补肾健脾 ,活血化瘀 。健脾 之功在末梢 ,末梢者标也;补肾之功在骨髓 ,骨髓者本也;补肾为主 , 健脾为辅。 一、分型辨治 (一)补肾健脾

《素问●阴阳应象大论篇》曰:"肾生骨髓。 "《素问●生气通义论

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篇》曰:"骨髓坚固 ,气血皆从。"《张氏医通》曰:"血之源头在乎肾。" 《灵枢●决气》曰:"中焦受气取汁 ,变化而赤 ,是谓血。 "《难经●四十 二难》曰:"脾主裹血 ,温五脏。"说明血液的生成和输布与脾的关系 甚为密切。《素问●阴阳应象大论篇》曰:"形不足者 ,温之以气;精不 足者 ,补之以味。 "裴正学教授在补益肾精的同时 ,重用健脾药 ,此 所谓"有形之血不能骤生 ,无形之气须当急补"。裴正学教授积四十 余年临床经验认为 : 补肾可调节骨髓造血功能 , 临床中常选用地 黄、山茱萸、山药、菟丝子、枸杞子、女贞子 、肉苁蓉 、鹿茸等 , 肾虚者 常有头晕耳鸣、腰膝酸软、记忆力减退等症 ,尤其要重用山茱萸 ,用 量可至 30g 。健脾药常选人参须 、党参 、北沙参 、太子参 ,患者常有 颜面萎黄 、疲乏无力 、食欲不振 、失眠多梦等症 ,归脾汤 、补中益气 汤为常用方 ,重用龙眼肉至 30g ;健脾药偏于改善末梢血 。气虚统 摄无权 ,则血溢脉外 ,治疗宜益气凉血 ,常用人参须 、党参 、北沙参 、 太子参、仙鹤草、土大黄、鸡血藤、生薏苡仁 、黄芪 、山栀子 、生地黄 、 牡丹皮、丹参、连翘之属。

(二 )活血化瘀 裴教授认为"久病入络","瘀血不去 ,新血不生",其将活血化 瘀方法运用于再生障碍性贫血的临床治疗中 , 常选用当归 、川芎 、 红花 、牡丹皮 、丹参 、鸡血藤 、汉三七等养血活血之品 ,再加用水蛭 破血逐瘀 ,裴教授认为该药能明显增加患者之恢复速度 ,促进患者 恢复。 (三)清热解毒 《内经》云:"邪之所凑 ,其气必虚"。 再生障碍性贫血患者正气 亏虚 ,最易感受外邪 ,裴教授治疗再生障碍性贫血常加祛风药 ,如 羌活 、独活 、防风等 ,此所谓"风为百病之长 ,能生万物 ,亦能害万 物"之故也 。外感风热或风寒之邪 ,入里化热 ,则可灼伤脉络 ,发生 齿衄 、肌衄及紫癜 ,证属热迫血行 ,治宜清热解毒 ,泻火凉血 , 常用 三黄泻心汤、犀角地黄汤等方 。裴教授认为泻心即是泻火 ,泻火即

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 是止血 ,常用金银花 、连翘 、蒲公英 、白花蛇舌草 、败酱草 、牡丹皮 、 丹参 、紫草 、茜草 、仙鹤草 、益母草 、白芍 、女贞子 、生地黄 、泽兰 、香 附子、大黄、黄芩、黄连之属。 二、病案举例 患者 ,女 ,42 岁 ,2009 年 12 月 28 日初诊 。主诉:腰膝酸软 、神 疲乏力 1 年 。现病史 : 患者于 2008 年底 , 双下肢出现散在紫癜 , 2009 年 12 月 24 日骨髓穿刺诊断为再生障碍性贫血 。曾在当地西 医院给予激素 、免疫抑制剂(环磷酰胺)治疗 ,疗效不佳 , 于是求治 于裴正学教授门诊 。症见:面色苍白 ,头晕耳鸣 ,腰膝酸软 ,神疲乏 力 ,舌淡红 ,苔薄白 ,脉细数。查血常示:WBC2.3×109L-1 ,RBC1.55× 1012L-1 ,Hb58g/L ,PLT21×109L-1。西医诊断:再生障碍性贫血。中医 诊断:虚劳。证属肾精不足、气血两亏 ,治宜填精补髓、益气生血。处 方:人参须 15g ,太子参 15g ,北沙参 15g ,党参 15g , 当归 12g ,川芎 6g ,生地黄 12g ,何首乌 15g ,仙鹤草 15g ,土大黄 10g ,鸡血藤 15g , 红 花 6g , 牡 丹 皮 6g , 丹 参 20g , 山 茱 萸 30g , 龙 眼 肉 10g , 菟 丝 子 10g ,枸杞子 10g ,女贞子 10g , 肉苁蓉 10g , 马钱子 1 个(油炸)。 水 煎 , 1d1 剂 ,分两次口服。鹿茸、水蛭等份装胶囊 ,0.5g/次 ,2 次/d。加 减服药 1 个月 ,精神明显好转 ,面色如常 ,头晕 、心悸 、腰膝酸软完 全消失 ,复查血常规:WBC4.34×109L-1 ,RBC4.36×1012L-1 ,Hb127g/ L ,PLT109×109L-1 。嘱患者继续口服裴氏升血颗粒(基本组成生地 黄 、山药 、山茱萸 、牡丹皮 、茯苓 、泽泻 、人参须 、太子参 、北沙参 、西 洋参 、潞党参 、麦冬 、五味子 、桂枝 、白芍 、生姜 、大枣 、炙甘草 、浮小 麦)以善后 , 15g/次 ,2 次/d;鹿茸 、水蛭等份装胶囊 ,0.5g/次 , 1 次/d。 裴氏升血颗粒以六味地黄汤 、鹿茸 ,填精补髓;人参须 、太子参 、北 沙参 、潞党参 ,健脾益气;桂枝汤内安脏腑阴阳;生脉散益气养阴;甘 麦大枣汤养心安神;水蛭破血逐瘀 。该方集补肾 、健脾 、活血于 一 炉 ,立方严谨、内涵丰富 。患者每月复查 1 次 ,病情稳定。

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再生障碍性贫血的发生是由于骨髓造血干细胞衰竭。肾主骨、 藏精 、生髓 ,为先天之本;脾主运化 ,为气血生化之源 ,是后天之本; "精血同源",所以补肾填精是治疗再生障碍性贫血的根本 ,健脾益 气亦不可少。中医理论认为"瘀血不去 ,新血不生","久病入络",瘀 血内停 ,久留不去 ,使脏腑得不到营养物质的濡养温煦 ,加重了脏 腑虚损 ,虚损又会进一步导致血瘀形成 ,这种因虚致瘀 , 由瘀致虚 的恶性循环 ,使再生障碍性贫血病情进一步加重 ,所以活血化瘀亦 为治疗再生障碍性贫血之方法。裴正学教授治疗再生障碍性贫血 , 常常集补肾、健脾、活血化瘀于一体 。临床中常根据具体情况选用 药物:升高白细胞为主 ,选用马钱子 、当归 、补骨脂 、菟丝子 、沙苑 子 、鸡血藤 、黄芪 、西洋参 、鹿茸等;升血小板为主 ,选用女贞子 、旱 莲草 、玉竹 、黄精 、生地黄 、连翘 、土大黄等;升红细胞为主 ,选用归 脾汤加人参须 、太子参 、北沙参 、元参 、西洋参 、何首乌 、二至丸 、水 蛭等 。现代药理研究表明[1-2] ,补肾药能促进造血干细胞的恢复 ,刺 激骨髓增生 ,调整机体的免疫功能 ,抑制造血干细胞的过度凋亡 , 改善骨髓造血功能 。益气健脾药对骨髓造血细胞也有促进增殖作 用 ,能使骨髓处于有丝分裂的细胞数增加 ,与补肾药相配合 ,对骨 髓的造血功能有促进和保护作用 。活血化瘀中药能改善骨髓造血 微环境 ,调机体的免疫功能 ,解除骨髓微环境的免疫损伤 ,促进再 生障碍性贫血脂肪化骨髓重建造血微环境 , 有利于正常造血细胞 的生长、增殖、分化和成熟[3]。

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第八章 血液系统疾病 裴正学教授治疗急性白血病的经验 董琴琴 齐雪婷 【摘要】裴正学教授积五十年临床经验 ,提出 " 西医诊断 , 中医 辨证 , 中药为主 , 西药为辅"十六字方针 ,作为指导思想。擅用 "兰州 方"加味治疗此病取得了显著的疗效。 【关键词】裴正学 ; 急性白血病 ; 临床经验 【文献标识码】A 【文章编号】1004-2725(2012)08-0592-03

裴正学教授 ,是中国著名中西医结合专家 、中华中医药学会终 身理事、中国中医科学院博士生导师 。 出版发行有《中西医结合实 用内科学》等 15 部医学论著。他提出的中西医结合"十六字方针", 被全国中西医结合界关注。"兰州方"是治疗血液病的有效方剂之 一 ,是裴老经过几十年临床实践总结的 ,此方因治愈 1 例急性髓系 白血病患者而被人所知 。 1974 年 ,苏州血液病会议上经专业评定 后 ,将此方命名为"兰州方"。我有幸随师学习 ,受益匪浅 ,现将吾师 治疗急性白血病的经验介绍如下。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 一、对 AL 的认识 急性白血病(AL)定义为是一种原发于造血组织的恶性增生 性疾病 ,病变主要损害到骨髓、淋巴结 、肝 、脾等 。临床上主要症状 有发热 ,显著性出血倾向 ,进行性贫血或全身疼痛 ,治疗不及时会 危及生命。到目前为止 ,联合化疗是治疗本病的基础。但急性白血 病的化疗仍存在很多问题。首先 ,复发率高 ;再次 ,损害肝肾功能[1]、 导致胃肠道反应 、心脏毒性 、严重脱发 ,易产生耐药性和(或)对化 疗药物不敏感 ,化疗后骨髓抑制及免疫抑制明显 ,生存质量显著下 降 ,患者本身难以接受 ,丧失治疗信心 ,使治疗难以顺利进行[2] 。 中 医中药不仅可以减轻化疗的副作用 ,而且还可提高化疗的效果。因 此 , 中西医治疗本病是最优选择。"西医诊断、中医辨证、中药为主、 西药为辅"的十六字方针 ,是裴老积五十年临床经验总结中西医结 合诊疗之精髓 。根据骨髓象、血象等检查结果明确诊断 ; 以脏腑辨 证、气血辨证为立法处方的依据 ;运用"兰州方",随证加味 ,配合化 疗 ,有祛邪之意 ,两者结合 ,取长补短 ,达到攻邪而不伤正 ,扶正而 不恋邪的目的。 二、病案举例 (一)案例一 患者 ,女 ,48 岁 , 明确诊断为急性粒-单细胞性白血病 ,按标准 方案化疗后 ,病情仍不能有效控制 。2008 年 6 月 10 日来裴老门诊 就诊 ,化疗后 15 日 , 主要症状:精神差 , 时有头晕伴全身乏力 ,鼻 衄 , 脉 沉 细 , 舌 淡 , 苔 薄 黄 ; 血 常 规 示 :Hb:50g/L ,PLT:3.5×109/L , WBC:1.9×109/L ,其中原 、幼单 2.1% ,裴老辨证为脾肾双亏 ,治宜健 脾胃补肾阴 。给予方药:生地 12g、丹皮 6g、山萸肉 30g、山药 10g、 太子参 15g、北沙参 15g、人参须 15g、潞党参 15g、女贞子 15g、早莲 草 15g、麦冬 10g、五味子 3g、玉竹 6g、附子 6g、黄精 20g、肉桂 3g ,

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第八章 血液系统疾病 水煎服 , 1 日 1 剂 ,分两次服 。服上方 7 剂后精神大好 ,效不更方 , 嘱继续服 7 剂。复查外周血象恢复正常。患者经治疗后精神饮食睡 眠均好 ,未述特殊不适。半年后又复发 , 出现发热 ,全身皮下散在出 血点 ,舌红 ,苔黄 ,脉细数 。查血常规中 Hb:95g/L ,PLT:59×109/L , WBC:16.5×109/L ,原幼单 21% ,原、幼粒 5.2%。给予柔红霉素、阿糖 胞苷化疗的同时 ,用中药治疗。处方为:龙胆草 10g、紫草 30g、金银 花 15g、寒水石 30g、马齿苋 15g、生石膏 30g、三棱 10g、贯众 15g、 莪术 10g、马钱子(油炸)1枚。在化疗的 3 个疗程中 ,患者体温基本 正常 ,全身皮下出血点明显减少 ;但血常规示:PLT:59×109/L ,Hb: 102g/L ,WBC:5.1×109/L ,原幼单或原幼粒未见 ,遵嘱长期服用"兰 州方"。骨髓象或外周血以及临床上有复发情况则配合小剂量的化 疗 ,患者存活 3 年余。 (二 )案例二

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Task output: ,At April 10, 2006, Mr. Pei sought treatment from Old Master Pei. His symptoms included poor mental state and dizziness accompanied by fatigue. Physical examination revealed a pale complexion, a pale tongue with a thin coating, and a deep, fine pulse. A complete blood count showed an Hb level of 53 g/L, WBC of 1.8 × 10^9/L, PLT of 11 × 10^9/L, with 2.2% of primitive and young monocytes. Old Master Pei diagnosed the condition as spleen and kidney deficiency, along with internal blood stasis, and prescribed a formula to strengthen the spleen, nourish the kidneys, and promote blood circulation while resolving blood stasis. The formula was adjusted based on "Lanzhou Formula," consisting of 12 g of Rehmannia root, 10 g of Chinese yam, 30 g of Cornus officinalis fruit, 15 g of Ophiopogon japonicus, 3 g of Schisandra chinensis, 15 g of Codonopsis pilosula, 15 g of North Sandwort, 15 g of Lysimachia barbarum, 15 g of Ginseng root, 10 g of White Peony, 10 g of Cinnamon twig, 6 g of Licorice, 4 dates, 6 g of Fresh Ginger, 30 g of Triticum aestivum, 1 seed of Paeonia lactiflora (fried in oil), 3 g of Leech powder (taken in divided doses), and 15 g of Rheum palmatum. The formula was decocted and taken once daily. After one month of treatment, the patient’s symptoms disappeared, his complexion became rosy, his appetite and sleep improved, his pulse remained deep and fine, his tongue was pale red with a thin white coating, and a follow-up complete blood count showed an Hb level of 87 g/L, RBC of 3.8 × 10^12/L, WBC of 3.8 × 10^9/L, PLT of 80 × 10^9/L. The patient continued to take the formula, adjusting it according to his condition. After six years of treatment, a complete blood count revealed an Hb level of 127 g/L, PLT of 105 × 10^9/L, RBC of 3.89 × 10^12/L, WBC of 3.9 × 10^9/L. The doctor advised that Mr. Pei continue to take Pei’s Blood-Raising Granules (i.e., "Lanzhou Formula") regularly, and recommended regular outpatient follow-ups. This case resulted in clinical recovery for a patient with AML.

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Old Master Pei believed that cancer develops only when there is an imbalance between yin and yang in the body, and when the body's vital energy is deficient. Like all malignant tumors, deficiency of vital energy is the fundamental cause of leukemia’s onset and progression—what is known as “when evil gathers, its qi must be deficient.” As stated in “Essential Techniques in Surgery,” “The accumulation of disease arises from a deficiency of vital energy; when vital energy is deficient, disease accumulates.” Deficiency of vital energy encompasses what modern medicine refers to as impaired immune function, a lack of vital energy in the body, and the penetration of pathogenic or toxic agents into the interior, where internal heat causes fever. In patients with acute leukemia, the immune system is generally weakened; when yin and blood are depleted, anemia occurs, and when blood heat runs rampant, bleeding may result. Deficiency of vital energy always plays a dominant role: “Blood is the mother of qi, and qi is the commander of blood.” When qi is deficient, blood deficiency inevitably follows, which is why patients often experience palpitations and poor sleep due to blood deficiency. As the Inner Canon states: “Qi is yang, blood is yin; ‘isolated yin cannot generate, solitary yang cannot thrive.’” Deficiency of qi and blood mutually reinforce each other, exacerbating the disease process, eventually leading to yin deficiency with internal heat, qi deficiency and yang collapse, blood heat running rampant, and an inability to regulate blood flow.[3] Therefore, when qi is strong and evil is weak, the condition improves; when qi is weak and evil is strong, the condition worsens. In this series of disease mechanisms, qi deficiency is an extremely important factor. Thus, treating this condition requires focusing tightly on replenishing qi in order to achieve the goal of treating the root cause. From the perspective of modern medicine, qi can be seen as a general term encompassing all normal physiological functions and defensive forces of the body. The Inner Canon says: “When evil gathers, its qi must be deficient; ‘when vital energy resides within, evil cannot invade.’” By fully replenishing qi, the body’s own ability to fight disease can be fully mobilized; the physiological functions of the hematopoietic system can be further enhanced, which is the fundamental principle behind treating this disease.[4] In “Lanzhou Formula,” the use of Codonopsis pilosula, Lysimachia barbarum, Ginseng root, and North Sandwort aims to greatly tonify the middle qi and support the root cause; while replenishing qi, it is also essential to nourish yin. The combination of qi supplementation and yin nourishment complements each other, yielding remarkable therapeutic effects. The ingredients in “Lanzhou Formula”—Rehmannia root, Cornus officinalis fruit, Paeonia lactiflora bark, Alisma plantago-aquatica, Poria cocos, and Chinese yam—are components of the Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction, which has the remarkable effect of “strengthening water to control yang,” where “strengthening water” refers to nourishing kidney yin; since “kidney governs bones,” and “bones store marrow,” in addition to using qi-tonifying herbs like Codonopsis pilosula, the Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction also includes Ophiopogon japonicus and Schisandra chinensis. Combined with the qi-tonifying herbs, this formula resembles the Shengmai Decoction proposed by Sun Simiao, a physician of the Tang Dynasty—a renowned formula for nourishing qi and yin. For this condition, the qi-tonifying herbs help supplement qi, while the Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction supports the nourishment of kidney yin, making the combined efforts to nourish qi and yin even more effective.[5] Old Master Pei treated leukemia by respecting ancient traditions but not adhering to them rigidly; in the course of treating tumors, he applied the holistic view of traditional Chinese medicine,

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By combining macroscopic and microscopic perspectives with Western medicine, we adopted a dual-pronged approach. Chemotherapy drugs work by inhibiting cell division and proliferation from different angles, or by directly damaging DNA synthesis within cells. Chemotherapy buys time for traditional Chinese medicine to treat the root cause. However, it is a double-edged sword: while it kills tumor cells, it also damages normal tissue cells in the human body, causing the already fragile immune system to deteriorate further. “Western diagnosis, traditional Chinese medicine differentiation, herbal medicine as the mainstay, Western medicine as a supporting tool”—this sixteen-character guiding principle broadened the scope of treatment approaches for acute leukemia and increased the chances of cure for patients with acute leukemia.

References [1] Li Xiuge. Clinical Study on the Effects of High-Dose Methotrexate in Children with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia on Liver and Kidney Function [J]. Journal of Adverse Drug Reactions, 2009, 11(2): 82–86. [2] Chen Yusheng. Clinical Observation on the Combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine Differentiation and Chemotherapy in the Treatment of Acute Leukemia [J]. Chinese Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2011, 29(2): 441–442. [3] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003: 68–69. [4] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Talks and Case Records of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2004: 241–246. [5] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Talks and Case Records of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2004: 25–27. Gansu Medical Journal, 2012, Vol. 31

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Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Collected Works, Volume II Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Feng Yongxiao, Liu Yuan [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue used the sixteen-character guiding principle of “Western diagnosis, traditional Chinese medicine differentiation, herbal medicine as the mainstay, Western medicine as a supporting tool” to guide his practice; he took strengthening the body’s vital energy and reinforcing the root cause as the primary therapeutic approach, and employed “Lanzhou Formula” as a basic prescription for treating chronic myeloid leukemia, achieving remarkable therapeutic results. [Keywords] Chronic Myeloid Leukemia; Experience; Pei Zhengxue Document Identification Code: A; Article Number: 1004–2725(2011)12–0745–02 Professor Pei Zhengxue, a renowned expert in the integration of traditional Chinese and Western medicine in China, currently serves as Chief Expert at the Gansu Provincial Academy of Medical Sciences, Honorary President of the Gansu Provincial Association for Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, and Lifetime Council Member of the Chinese Society of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Professor Pei Zhengxue possesses unique expertise in integrating traditional Chinese and Western medicine in the treatment of hematological diseases, with remarkable clinical efficacy. Below, we present his experience in treating chronic myeloid leukemia. Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) is a malignant clonal disorder of hematopoietic stem cells, often characterized by fatigue, weight loss, abdominal distension, abdominal pain, splenomegaly, hepatomegaly, and lymphadenopathy. Modern medicine still lacks a definitive cure for this disease; commonly, patients are treated with oral hydroxyurea, maralide, and interferon therapy, though these treatments come with significant side effects, and some patients cannot tolerate them.[1] The application of traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies not only alleviates the toxic side effects of chemotherapy but also enhances the efficacy of chemotherapy.[2] Therefore, an integrated approach combining traditional Chinese and Western medicine represents the optimal choice for treating this disease. “Western diagnosis, traditional Chinese medicine differentiation, herbal medicine as the mainstay, Western medicine as a supporting tool…”—this sixteen-character guiding principle encapsulates Professor Pei Zhengxue’s core philosophy in integrating traditional Chinese and Western medicine. He has used this philosophy as a diagnostic and therapeutic framework for internal medical conditions over decades, achieving excellent results and repeatedly overcoming difficult cases. His approach to treating CML also stems from this guiding principle: through cytology, combined with chromosome karyotype analysis and BCR-ABL fusion gene testing, the diagnosis is clearly established.[3] Based on organ differentiation and qi–blood differentiation, he formulated prescriptions accordingly; by using herbal medicine to strengthen the body’s vital energy and reinforce the root cause while simultaneously employing Western medicine for chemotherapy to directly kill leukemia cells and reduce the pathogenicity of the disease. Professor Pei believed that the origin of this disease lies in the bone marrow, affecting the blood system and being closely related to the five internal organs. The primary pathological mechanism is deficiency of the body’s vital energy coupled with excess of external factors. Treatment should focus on strengthening the body’s vital energy and reinforcing the root cause as the overarching principle,[4] guiding the entire treatment process while also incorporating chemotherapy and herbs that clear heat, detoxify, and soften masses to resolve blockages and eliminate evil.[5] In clinical practice, “Lanzhou Formula”[6] served as the base formula, with adjustments made to enhance therapeutic efficacy.

I. Case Report Patient, male, 32 years old, employee of a certain factory. In mid-June 2010, he was diagnosed with CML (chronic phase) via bone marrow aspiration at a hospital—details are unknown—but he had first visited the hospital in late June 2008. His symptoms included dizziness, fatigue, soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees, fever, and splenomegaly. Physical examination revealed a pale complexion, a pale tongue with little coating, and a deep, fine pulse. Laboratory tests showed: red blood cells at 3.4 × 10^12/L, hemoglobin at 100 g/L, platelets at 120 × 10^9/L, white blood cells at 72.4 × 10^9/L, with 18% neutrophilic metamyelocytes, 12% neutrophilic band neutrophils, and 6% basophilic segmented neutrophils. Bone marrow aspiration revealed extremely active bone marrow hyperplasia, with a significant increase in granulocytic metamyelocytes and a relatively high proportion of basophilic granulocytes. Traditional Chinese medicine diagnosed the condition as spleen and kidney deficiency, with internal blood stasis, and prescribed a formula to strengthen the spleen and nourish the kidneys while promoting blood circulation and resolving blood stasis. The treatment was administered using a modified version of Lanzhou Formula: 15 g of North Sandwort, 15 g of Codonopsis pilosula, 15 g of Ginseng root, 15 g of Lysimachia barbarum, 12 g of Rehmannia root, 30 g of Cornus officinalis fruit, 10 g of Chinese yam, 15 g of Ophiopogon japonicus, 3 g of Schisandra chinensis, 10 g of Cinnamon twig, 10 g of White Peony, 6 g of Licorice, 6 g of Fresh Ginger, 4 dates, 30 g of Triticum aestivum, 1 seed of Paeonia lactiflora (fried in oil), 10 g of Rheum palmatum, 6 g of Leech powder (taken in divided doses), 10 g of Trichosanthes kirilowii, 10 g of Curcuma aeruginosa, 10 g of Kelp, and 10 g of Laminaria japonica. The formula was decocted and taken once daily. After one month of treatment, the patient’s symptoms disappeared, his complexion became rosy, his appetite and sleep improved, his tongue was pale red with a thin white coating, his pulse was deep and fine, and his spleen had shrunk. A follow-up complete blood count showed red blood cells at 3.6 × 10^12/L, hemoglobin at 85 g/L, platelets at 60 × 10^9/L, and white blood cells at 3.7 × 10^9/L. Following adjustments based on the patient’s condition, after one year of treatment, the complete blood count showed red blood cells at 3.98 × 10^12/L, hemoglobin at 138 g/L, platelets at 119 × 10^9/L, white blood cells at 6.2 × 10^9/L, and 0% basophilic granulocytes; bone marrow aspiration revealed complete remission of CML following treatment. The doctor advised that Mr. Pei continue to take Pei’s Blood-Raising Granules (i.e., “Lanzhou Formula”) regularly, and recommended regular outpatient follow-ups. This case resulted in clinical recovery for a patient with CML.

II. Discussion

The term “CML” appears in traditional Chinese medical texts throughout history, but its clinical manifestations fall under the categories of “deficiency,” “accumulation,” and “blood disorders” in traditional Chinese medicine. As the Inner Canon states: “When evil gathers, its qi must be deficient”; the “Medical Essentials” also notes: “When accumulation occurs, vital energy is insufficient, and then evil takes hold.” Professor Pei Zhengxue believed that the root cause of CML is a deficiency in the body’s vital energy—such as congenital deficiency, weak innate constitution, or a deficiency of vital energy that allows evil to persist without being eliminated. Over time, both qi and blood become deficient, yin essence is depleted, and the body’s vital energy weakens, leading to deficiency-related illnesses; or qi stagnates and blood becomes stagnant, causing blockages in the meridians, obstructing the flow of phlegm and blood, resulting in phlegm and blood being trapped together beneath the ribs, forming masses. Professor Pei inherited the experiences of predecessors, using the sixteen-character guiding principle of integrating traditional Chinese and Western medicine as a framework. He believed that the origin of this disease lies in the bone marrow, affecting the blood system and being closely related to the five internal organs. He proposed that illness arises from deficiency, and that illness leads to deficiency, with deficiency and excess intertwined; the underlying mechanism of this disease is deficiency of the body’s vital energy, primarily manifested as dysfunction of the internal organs, imbalance in qi, blood, and yin, though related to the five internal organs, the root cause lies in the deficiency of kidney essence and the insufficiency of the spleen’s vital energy. Kidney is the original source of life, governing bones and marrow; spleen is the source of postnatal vitality, the origin of qi and blood metabolism. When kidney essence is deficient and marrow is empty, spleen loses its ability to transport qi and blood, and the subtle energies fail to transform, leading to a deficiency in blood cells and hemoglobin, paleness of the face, and fatigue. Spleen governs blood regulation; when spleen is deficient and fails to retain blood, blood leaks beyond the vessels, resulting in bleeding. The “excess” refers to the presence of pathogenic factors. When vital energy is deficient, combined with the six external evils and seven emotional disturbances, dietary habits, and excessive physical labor, qi and blood, yin and essence gradually deplete, the functions of the internal organs become imbalanced, fluids and blood lose their normal flow, dampness accumulates into phlegm, meridians become blocked, and phlegm and blood become entangled. This can lead to abnormal bone marrow hyperplasia, enlargement of the liver, spleen, and lymph nodes. When vital energy is deficient, pathogenic factors easily invade, entering the interior and generating heat, which scorches the internal organs, causing internal and external burning, leading to high fever, blood rushing outward, and consequently, bleeding. Professor Pei often treated this disease by tonifying the kidneys and strengthening the spleen, nourishing qi and blood, treating the root cause and replenishing deficiency; by transforming phlegm, promoting blood circulation, softening masses, dispersing blockages, clearing heat, and detoxifying, he aimed to eliminate evil while treating the symptoms. Although he employed both tonification and elimination, tonifying the root cause remained the overarching principle throughout the treatment of this disease. Therefore, in clinical practice, Professor Pei used “Lanzhou Formula” to treat deficiency, while for excess, he added seeds of Paeonia lactiflora, Rheum palmatum, leeches, and Herba Lysimachiae, Herba Leonuri, Trichosanthes kirilowii, and Curcuma aeruginosa, among others, to clear heat and detoxify, while also adding Qingkou Capsules, which proved highly effective. “Lanzhou Formula” was Professor Pei’s primary prescription for treating leukemia; since its introduction at the National Hematology Conference in Suzhou in 1974, it has been widely used across the country, yielding excellent therapeutic results. Over decades, Professor Pei used this formula as a base, adjusting it for hundreds of leukemia patients, most of whom experienced varying degrees of relief, while some cases were completely cured. The formula was developed by combining the Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction, Shengmai Decoction, Ganmai Dazao Decoction, and Gui Zhi Decoction. Among the ingredients, Lysimachia barbarum, Codonopsis pilosula, Ginseng root, and North Sandwort were used to greatly tonify the middle qi, serving as key herbs for strengthening the body’s vital energy and reinforcing the root cause; Codonopsis pilosula, Ophiopogon japonicus, and Schisandra chinensis were incorporated into Shengmai Decoction to nourish qi and yin; Rehmannia root, Cornus officinalis fruit, and Chinese yam were used as three major tonics in the Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction, symbolizing the nourishment of kidney and blood; moreover, the high dosage of Cornus officinalis fruit helped improve bone marrow hematopoietic function—clear evidence that “kidney governs bones, bones store marrow, and marrow and blood share a common origin.” Licorice, dates, and Triticum aestivum were used in Ganmai Dazao Decoction to nourish the heart and calm the mind; when the heart is calm, the blood is also calm. Cinnamon twig and White Peony harmonized the body’s defensive and offensive systems. Together, these herbs nourished the kidneys and replenished essence, strengthened the spleen and boosted qi. As Zhang Jingyue once said: “When qi is deficient because of essence, one should replenish essence to transform qi; when essence is deficient because of qi, one should replenish qi to generate essence” (from “Complete Works of Zhang Jingyue: Deficiency”). Therefore, the brilliance of this formula lies in its simultaneous tonification of the spleen and kidneys. If the spleen is enlarged, add Trichosanthes kirilowii, Curcuma aeruginosa, Kelp, Laminaria japonica, Rheum palmatum, leeches, and Paeonia lactiflora; if fever occurs, add Forsythia, Forsythia, dandelion, Bidens pilosa, Qinggu San, and Artemisia selengensis with Turtle Shell Soup. Clinical adjustments based on the patient’s condition yielded remarkable results. The pathogenesis of CML involves suppressing the physiological apoptosis of the granulocytic system through pathways that remain unclear to date, and causing CML cells to develop resistance to cytotoxic anti-tumor drugs. Therefore, inducing cell apoptosis is an important therapeutic strategy for treating CML. Currently, chemotherapy remains the primary method for treating CML. Inducing cell apoptosis aligns with the traditional Chinese medicine concept of strengthening the body’s vital energy; by strengthening the body’s vital energy and reinforcing the root cause, we can enhance the body’s responsiveness—when vital energy resides within, evil cannot invade. Chemotherapy directly kills leukemia cells, reducing the pathogenicity of the disease, which can be understood as the traditional Chinese medicine’s approach to eliminating evil; when evil is removed, the body’s vital energy naturally returns to balance. Given this, treatment for CML should focus on integrating traditional Chinese and Western medicine, emphasizing both tonification and elimination, with tonification playing a crucial role. Numerous clinical observations have shown that the efficacy of integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine in treating CML surpasses that of chemotherapy alone. While Western medicine’s chemotherapy offers advantages in killing leukemia cells and addressing local problems and the pathogenicity of the disease, it falls short in terms of tonification and reinforcement of the body’s vital energy, improving overall health, and enhancing the body’s responsiveness. By combining the two approaches, leveraging each other’s strengths and mitigating their weaknesses, we can attack evil without harming the body’s vital energy, while strengthening the body’s vital energy without becoming overly attached to evil. Taking “Lanzhou Formula” alongside chemotherapy not only enhances the efficacy of chemotherapy but also reduces its toxic side effects, protects the hematopoietic function of normal bone marrow, and increases the body’s tolerance to chemotherapy. Each of the two medical systems has developed its own unique strengths during its respective development processes, yet they have also developed inherent shortcomings that are difficult to overcome. Therefore, only through organic collaboration between traditional Chinese and Western medicine, supported by advanced Western medical techniques and clear diagnoses, can we harness the distinctive characteristics of traditional Chinese medicine, continuously summarize experience, improve therapeutic efficacy, and ultimately achieve ideal outcomes in the treatment of hematological diseases.[7] References [1] Pei Zhengxue. Practical Internal Medicine Integrating Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2010: 548–557. [2] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003: 32–34. [3] Pei Zhengxue. Commentary on Blood Disorders [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008: 100–104. [4] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Talks and Case Records of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2004: 25–27. [5] Pei Zhengxue. Medical Notes of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003: 201. [6] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Talks and Case Records of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2004: 25–27. [7] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003: 32–34.

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Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Aplastic Anemia
Huang Bangrong, Zhang Dongpeng
[Abstract] This article introduces Professor Pei Zhengxue’s experience in treating aplastic anemia based on the sixteen-character principle of “Western medical diagnosis, Chinese medicine syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach.” It is believed that treatment should focus on: “In cases where the condition is mild, strengthen the spleen and replenish qi, tonify the kidneys and invigorate yang; in cases where the condition is severe, clear heat and cool blood, perform intermittent blood transfusions, and promote blood circulation to remove stagnation and restore new blood.”

[Keywords] Anemia; Aplastic Anemia; Experience; Pei Zhengxue
[Classification Number] R249
[Document Identification Code] A
[Article Number] 1004-6852(2013)07-0037-03

Aplastic anemia (AA), also known as aplasia, can be classified into acute and chronic forms. The underlying causes and pathogenic mechanisms remain largely unclear; currently, it is widely recognized that aplastic anemia results from defects in hematopoietic stem cells, immune abnormalities, and damage to the hematopoietic microenvironment, leading to a series of functional and morphological changes that ultimately result in pancytopenia—a common disease of the hematopoietic system [1–2]. Acute aplastic anemia falls under the categories of “acute labor,” “heat-related labor,” or “blood disorders” in Traditional Chinese Medicine, while chronic aplastic anemia is categorized as “deficiency-based labor,” “blood deficiency,” or “blood disorders” [3–5]. According to TCM theory, blood production occurs through two pathways: the transformation of water and grain-derived nutrients into blood, and the conversion of kidney essence into blood [6]. The generation of blood relies on qi—qi can generate blood, and blood can transform qi, with the mutual transformation between essence and blood. Kidney essence gives rise to marrow, and marrow can then generate blood [7–9]. As stated in the Suwen: “The kidneys govern bones and give rise to marrow,” and “Blood is transformed from essence”; in the Suwen: “When food enters the stomach, turbid qi returns to the heart, and essence is infused into the meridians, where meridian qi flows through the channels, and lung qi governs all the meridians, delivering essence to the skin and hair”; according to the Ling Shu: “In the chapter on Ying and Wei…”

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“The middle burner processes waste products, transforms fluids, and converts their subtle essence, which then ascends to the lung meridians, where it is transformed into blood to nourish the body—nothing is more precious than this.” In the Zhangshi Medical Guide: “In the chapter on Blood,” it is written: “When qi is not depleted, it returns to the kidneys to become essence; when essence is not lost, it returns to the liver to transform into essence and blood.” [10] It is evident that the production of blood is closely related to the kidneys, spleen, and liver.

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a chief physician and doctoral supervisor, a nationally renowned veteran TCM practitioner, a director of the China Association for Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, and the pioneer of the integrated Chinese and Western medicine sixteen-character principle: “Western medical diagnosis, Chinese medicine syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach.” Guided by this principle, he has authored 15 medical monographs, including Practical Internal Medicine of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, Commentary on Blood Disorders, and New Compilation of Chinese Medicine Formulas, and has published over 70 academic papers in domestic and international medical journals. In 1973, at the National Hematology Conference held in Suzhou, he named his primary formula for treating leukemia “Lanzhou Formula,” which was subsequently widely adopted across the country.

I. Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Understanding of Aplastic Anemia
(1) In Mild Cases: Strengthen the Spleen and Replenish Qi, Tonify the Kidneys and Invigorate Yang

Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the onset of aplastic anemia is closely linked to the spleen and kidneys, with the underlying pathogenic mechanisms often involving kidney deficiency, spleen deficiency, excessive blood heat, or qi deficiency that fails to regulate blood flow. Therefore, the key to TCM treatment for aplastic anemia lies in tonifying the kidneys and strengthening the spleen. However, through extensive clinical practice, Professor Pei concluded: “For young, middle-aged, and elderly patients whose vital qi is not depleted but whose spleen qi is insufficient, the primary treatment focuses on strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi, supplemented by tonifying the kidneys; for middle-aged and elderly patients whose original qi is deficient and whose spleen qi is also insufficient, the primary treatment involves tonifying the kidneys and invigorating yang, with spleen strengthening as a complementary approach. There are also cases where, in the early stages of illness, one focuses on strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi, while in chronic cases, one prioritizes tonifying the kidneys and invigorating yang.” Additionally, Professor Pei noted that “the kidneys govern innate qi, while the spleen governs acquired qi.” In the treatment of blood disorders, he came to understand that “the kidneys govern bone marrow, while the spleen governs the periphery”—bone marrow gradually develops during fetal life, while peripheral blood begins to form after birth. Aplastic anemia arises from impaired hematopoietic function in the red bone marrow, characterized by a reduction in the three-lineage cells in peripheral blood. To improve the bone marrow picture of patients with aplastic anemia, one must focus on tonifying the kidneys and invigorating yang; while the method of strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi tends to improve peripheral blood counts. Thus, both qi-reinforcing and spleen-strengthening therapies, along with kidney-tonifying and yang-invigorating treatments, constitute the fundamental principles of treating aplastic anemia, though clinical practice requires that each approach emphasize spleen-strengthening and qi-reinforcement differently.

(2) In Severe Cases: Clear Heat and Cool Blood, Perform Intermittent Blood Transfusions

When the three-lineage cells are reduced and the condition is severe, patients often experience infections, bleeding, and other complications. In such cases, internal fire becomes rampant, and excessive heat often leads to blood being driven outward—though in very rare instances, the spleen may be deficient and unable to regulate blood flow. Professor Pei believes that in severe cases, addressing the symptoms first is a crucial aspect of treating aplastic anemia; therefore, it is advisable to clear heat and cool blood, perform intermittent blood transfusions, and combine these treatments with supportive Western medical therapies for significant efficacy. This treatment approach draws inspiration from Tang Rongchuan’s idea that “the heart is the king of fire, generating blood; blood is the spirit of fire, and fire is the spirit of blood—when fire rises, blood rises; when fire descends, blood descends. Knowing that blood is born from fire, and fire resides in the heart, we realize that clearing the heart means clearing fire, and clearing fire means stopping bleeding.” Professor Pei also drew upon the theory of “yin and yang are mutually rooted” from the Inner Classic, as well as the principle that “qi is the commander of blood,” believing that the three-lineage cells reduced in aplastic anemia are all components of blood—the so-called “tangible blood.” To ensure that “tangible blood” can be generated, one must urgently replenish “intangible qi.” For those with qi deficiency that prevents blood from being regulated, the focus should be on addressing the symptoms first, with emphasis on qi supplementation. In other words, “tangible blood cannot be generated overnight; intangible qi must be replenished urgently,” as Professor Pei once said [11–13]. When the condition is critical, it is essential to combine this approach with intermittent blood transfusions and supportive Western medical therapies, aiming to buy time for TCM and herbal medicine treatments, thereby curing the disease. Clearing heat and cooling blood, stopping bleeding, and performing intermittent blood transfusions—this approach follows a well-ordered and systematic framework, embodying the principle of “in severe cases, address the symptoms first,” while also reflecting the depth of integrated Chinese and Western medicine.

(3) Promote Blood Circulation, Remove Stagnation, Restore New Blood

Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that prolonged qi and blood deficiency in patients with aplastic anemia inevitably leads to blood stasis. If blood stasis is not resolved, the organs will not receive adequate nourishment and warmth, exacerbating organ dysfunction and further promoting blood stasis, creating a vicious cycle that intensifies blood deficiency and leads to bleeding, thereby worsening the condition of aplastic anemia. “Chronic diseases often lead to blood stasis,” and “when blood stasis persists, new blood cannot be generated.” Utilizing blood circulation-promoting and blood-stasis-resolving therapies to treat aplastic anemia is a major hallmark of Professor Pei Zhengxue’s approach. Professor Pei often combined blood circulation-promoting and blood-stasis-resolving remedies with spleen-strengthening and qi-reinforcing therapies, achieving remarkable therapeutic effects in the treatment of aplastic anemia. Professor Pei believed that herbs that promote blood circulation could significantly aid the patient’s recovery. Modern pharmacological studies have shown [14]: traditional Chinese medicines that promote blood circulation can improve the hematopoietic microenvironment in bone marrow, regulate the body’s immune function, alleviate immune damage in the microenvironment, and encourage fat deposition in the bone marrow, thereby aiding the reconstruction of the hematopoietic microenvironment and facilitating the growth, proliferation, differentiation, and maturation of normal hematopoietic cells [15–17].

II. Typical Cases
[Case 1] Wang, male, 55 years old, presented in November 2010. His chief complaint was dizziness and fatigue for more than six months. He presented with pale complexion, dizziness, fatigue, soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees, poor appetite, dry stools, and thin tongue coating with little saliva, and a deep, weak pulse. Physical examination revealed a thin build, signs of anemia, no abnormalities found in the heart or lungs, a flat abdomen, and a spleen palpable about 2 cm below the rib cage. Auxiliary tests showed: red blood cells 2.1×10¹²/L, hemoglobin 63 g/L, platelets 50×10⁹/L, white blood cells 2.0×10⁹/L, reticulocytes 1.2%, Western medical diagnosis: aplastic anemia (confirmed by bone marrow smear). Chinese medical syndrome differentiation: spleen deficiency; treatment focused on reinforcing qi and strengthening the spleen, using Guibi Tang with modifications. Herbal composition: Codonopsis pilosula 15 g, Atractylodes macrocephala 10 g, Astragalus membranaceus 30 g, Angelica sinensis 10 g, Poria 12 g, Licorice 6 g, Agastache rugosa 3 g, Longan flesh 20 g, Ligustrum lucidum 15 g, Lychnis chalcoptera 15 g, Cinnamon twig 3 g, Deer antler glue (dissolved) 10 g, Clematis armandii 15 g, Coix seed 10 g, Schisandra chinensis 6 g, Cinnamon twig 12 g, White peony 15 g, Fresh ginger 6 g, 6 jujubes, Licorice 6 g, Wheat bran 30 g, Deer antler glue (dissolved) 10 g, Aconite (previously boiled for 1 hour) 6 g, Cinnamon twig 3 g, Salvia miltiorrhiza 10 g, Agastache rugosa 3 g. Decocted in water and taken in divided doses, once daily. After taking over 30 doses, the patient’s spirits improved, his appetite increased, his stools became regular, though he still felt soreness and weakness in his lower back and knees. Repeat blood tests showed hemoglobin 72 g/L, platelets 61×10⁹/L, red blood cells 2.85×10¹²/L, white blood cells 3.0×10⁹/L. The prescription was modified to include “Lanzhou Formula” with additions: Rehmannia glutinosa 20 g, Dioscorea opposita 10 g, Cornus officinalis 30 g, Moutan bark 10 g, Poria 12 g, Alisma orientalis 10 g, Ginseng root 15 g,太子参 15 g, North Sandginseng 15 g, American ginseng 15 g, Codonopsis pilosula 15 g, Ophiopogon japonicus 10 g, Schisandra chinensis 6 g, Cinnamon twig 12 g, White peony 15 g, Fresh ginger 6 g, 6 jujubes, Licorice 6 g, Wheat bran 30 g, Deer antler glue (dissolved) 10 g, Aconite (first boiled for 1 hour) 6 g, Cinnamon twig 3 g, Salvia miltiorrhiza 10 g, Agastache rugosa 3 g. Decocted in water and taken in divided doses, once daily. After continuing to take the formula for over 30 doses, all symptoms improved significantly; repeat blood tests showed hemoglobin 80 g/L, platelets 74×10⁹/L, red blood cells 3.3×10¹²/L. The above formula was modified to include Deer antler glue and Aconite, decocted in water and taken in divided doses, once daily. Combined with deer antler, leeches, and Panax notoginseng, these were packaged into capsules, 0.5 g per dose, twice daily. The patient underwent monthly follow-up visits, and his condition remained stable. The Lanzhou Formula was composed of Rehmannia glutinosa, Cornus officinalis, Dioscorea opposita, Moutan bark, North Sandginseng, Ginseng root, American ginseng, Prince’s ginseng, Cinnamon twig, Wheat bran, 6 jujubes, Ophiopogon japonicus, Schisandra chinensis, Licorice, White peony, Cinnamon twig, and other ingredients, based on the Liuwei Dihuang Decoction, Gui Zhi Decoction, Shengmai San, and Ganmai DaZhuang Decoction. Ginseng root, Prince’s ginseng, North Sandginseng, and Codonopsis pilosula were used to strengthen the spleen and replenish qi; Gui Zhi Decoction helped balance yin and yang in the internal organs; Shengmai San nourished qi and nourished yin; Ganmai DaZhuang Decoction nourished the heart and calmed the mind. This formula combined kidney-tonifying and spleen-strengthening approaches, with rigorous formulation and rich content. In clinical practice, it was often combined with leeches, Panax notoginseng, and other herbs that nourished blood, activated blood circulation, and broke up blood stasis; deer antler, which is rich in essence and nourishes marrow, was used to fill yang and replenish essence; large doses of Cornus officinalis and Longan flesh were also employed, seeking yin within yang and yang within yin, allowing yin and yang to complement and support each other.

[Case 2] Chen, female, 15 years old, admitted to the hospital in February 2011.

Her chief complaint was aplastic anemia for 3 years, accompanied by fever and gingival bleeding for 3 days. She presented with fever, fatigue, dry throat, and…

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Menstrual flow was heavy. Physical examination revealed a temperature of 38.6°C, pale complexion. No abnormalities were found in the heart or lungs; the abdomen was flat and soft, the spleen was not palpable below the ribs, the tongue was dark red with little coating, and the pulse was fine, slow, and slightly rapid. Auxiliary tests showed: white blood cells 1.8×10⁹/L, red blood cells 1.39×10¹²/L, hemoglobin 48 g/L, reticulocytes 1%, platelets 27×10⁹/L. Western medical diagnosis: aplastic anemia. Chinese medical syndrome differentiation: kidney yin deficiency, with blood being driven outward. Treatment should focus on clearing heat and cooling blood, while reinforcing qi and replenishing marrow. Herbal composition: Ginseng root 15 g, Prince’s ginseng 15 g, North Sandginseng 15 g, Codonopsis pilosula 15 g, Angelica sinensis 10 g, Chuanxiong 6 g, Clematis armandii 15 g, Scutellaria baicalensis 10 g, Coptis chinensis 6 g, Pinellia ternata 10 g, Rehmannia glutinosa 20 g, Gypsum fibrosum 30 g, Crane’s feather 15 g, Polygonum cuspidatum 15 g, Rheum palmatum 15 g, Black soybeans 15 g, Cornus officinalis 20 g, Ligustrum lucidum 15 g, Coix seed 15 g, Red beans 15 g, Cornus officinalis 20 g, Schisandra chinensis 15 g, Cinnamon twig 12 g, White peony 15 g, Fresh ginger 6 g, 6 jujubes, Licorice 6 g, Wheat bran 30 g, Crane’s feather 15 g, Polygonum cuspidatum 15 g, Rheum palmatum 15 g, Black soybeans 15 g, Dry lotus root 15 g, Ligustrum lucidum 15 g, Epimedium 15 g, Herba astragali 15 g, Herba polygoni cuspidati 15 g, Herba rehmanniae 15 g. Decocted in water and taken in divided doses, once daily. On the day of admission, 2 units of whole blood were transfused; after taking the above formula for 3 doses, the fever and gingival bleeding subsided, and menstrual flow was significantly reduced. The patient still felt fatigued and had a dry throat; repeat blood tests showed hemoglobin 5.2 g/L, platelets 44×10⁹/L, red blood cells 2.4×10¹²/L, white blood cells 2.8×10⁹/L. The “Lanzhou Formula” was continued with modifications: Rehmannia glutinosa 20 g, Dioscorea opposita 10 g, Cornus officinalis 30 g, Moutan bark 10 g, Poria 12 g, Alisma orientalis 10 g, Ginseng root 15 g, Prince’s ginseng 15 g, North Sandginseng 15 g, Codonopsis pilosula 15 g, Ophiopogon japonicus 10 g, Schisandra chinensis 6 g, Cinnamon twig 12 g, White peony 15 g, Fresh ginger 6 g, 6 jujubes, Licorice 6 g, Wheat bran 30 g, Crane’s feather 15 g, Polygonum cuspidatum 15 g, Rhubarb 15 g, Black soybeans 15 g, Dry lotus root 15 g, Ligustrum lucidum 15 g, Epimedium 15 g, Herba astragali 15 g, Herba polygoni cuspidati 15 g, Herba rehmanniae 15 g. Decocted in water and taken in divided doses, once daily. After taking the formula for 15 doses, repeat blood tests showed hemoglobin 6 g/L, platelets 50×10⁹/L, red blood cells 3.0×10¹²/L, white blood cells 3.2×10⁹/L. Another unit of whole blood was transfused; on the second day, the patient’s family requested discharge. Combined with deer antler, leeches, and Panax notoginseng, these were packaged into capsules, 0.5 g per dose, twice daily. The patient underwent monthly follow-up visits, and his condition remained stable. The San Huang Xie Xin Tang and Bai Hu Tang formulas were commonly used by Professor Pei to treat fever and bleeding in patients with aplastic anemia; Professor Pei believed that these formulas were “bitter and cold,” directly targeting excess real fire, while also incorporating hemostasis within the process of clearing heat. Gypsum fibrosum has a light taste and a deep texture—lightness enters qi, while depth reaches blood; for blood disorders caused by fever, only this approach can effectively clear the heat. Combined with the San Huang Xie Xin Tang, the addition of Rehmannia glutinosa 20 g was particularly effective, aiming to cool blood and enhance its hemostatic power; Prince’s ginseng, Ginseng root, North Sandginseng, and Codonopsis pilosula—these four herbs “have a light flavor and strong qi, allowing them to enter the blood.” Ginseng root was even more “sharp in shape, with a strong qi, entering the blood—qi is the root of yang.” Among qi-reinforcing herbs, adding Epimedium, Herba polygoni cuspidati, and Herba astragali to the formula yielded notable results.

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III. Discussion
Professor Pei believed that TCM treatment is fundamentally about “supporting righteous qi and eliminating evil qi.” The process of righteous qi and evil qi balancing is also the process of disease evolution. Therefore, in the treatment of aplastic anemia, modern laboratory test indicators are combined with TCM’s understanding of the surplus and deficiency of righteous qi and evil qi, the excess and the decline—such as the abundance or scarcity of blood cells, the active or sluggish bone marrow, and the high or low biochemical markers—and are integrated with Chinese medical syndrome differentiation. “Attack” and “support” are governed by proper methods and boundaries. The fundamental principle of supporting therapy is to strengthen the spleen and tonify the kidneys: the spleen is the foundation of acquired qi, while the kidneys are the foundation of innate qi; by tonifying both the spleen and kidneys, we not only promote qi and blood nourishment but also regulate yin and yang. The approach to attack focuses primarily on clearing heat, cooling blood, and promoting blood circulation to remove stagnation and restore new blood. As stated in the Suwen: “Yang transforms qi, while yin forms form.” Zhang Jingyue commented: “Yang moves and disperses, while yin remains still and condenses, thus forming form.” Through long-term clinical practice, Professor Pei believed [15]: “White blood cells seem to belong to yang, platelets seem to belong to yin, while red blood cells can be considered tangible blood.” He proposed the concept of “raising yang to increase ‘white,’ nurturing yin to increase ‘platelets,’ and strengthening qi to nourish blood to raise ‘red.’ He also summarized that to boost white blood cell count, one could use Cinnamon twig, Aconite, Kansui, Codonopsis pilosula, Herba polygoni cuspidati, Clematis armandii, Astragalus membranaceus, American ginseng, and Star anise; to boost platelet count, one could use Yuzhu, Hua Shi, Kansui, Codonopsis pilosula, Herba polygoni cuspidati, Clematis armandii, Astragalus membranaceus, Herba rehmanniae, and other herbs or formulas.

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Clinical Collection II: Professor Pei Zhengxue Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Using the “Zhuang Bu Shen Jian Pi Fu Zheng Gu Ben” Approach Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] Objective: To summarize Professor Pei Zhengxue’s clinical experience in treating leukemia. Methods: By understanding the etiology and pathogenesis of leukemia, Professor Pei employed the Lanzhou Formula with modifications for differentiated treatment, observing its therapeutic effects. Results: The Lanzhou Formula of Professor Pei possesses the functions of nourishing the kidneys and strengthening the spleen, benefiting qi and generating blood, and supporting the body’s inherent strength to consolidate the foundation. It can reduce toxicity and enhance efficacy in patients with leukemia and those undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy, preventing tumor recurrence, and demonstrating significant clinical efficacy. Conclusion: The Lanzhou Formula, combined with chemotherapy, shows remarkable therapeutic effects in the treatment of leukemia. [Keywords] Chronic Myeloid Leukemia; Differentiated Treatment; Lanzhou Formula; Professor Pei Zhengxue

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, and an outstanding mentor who guided trainees as a national-level master of traditional Chinese medicine. In 1997, he was recognized by the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine as one of the 500 most famous veteran TCM doctors nationwide, and he was subsequently invited as a visiting professor by four Chinese medical schools, including the Hong Kong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. In 2000, he was awarded the title of National Outstanding Contributor to Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, and in 2004, he was elected as a renowned veteran TCM doctor of Gansu Province. He serves as a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chief Expert at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, and specializes in the treatment of tumors and leukemia. He has published 15 medical monographs, over 80 medical papers, two collections of poetry and calligraphy, three literary works, and six research achievements at provincial and ministerial level. Among these, his edited work, “Practical Internal Medicine of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine,” received the “International Award for Outstanding Contributions” at the World Conference on Traditional Medicine held in the United States in April 1996, and Professor Pei Zhengxue was honored with the title of “World Star of Ethnic Medicine.”

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From 2009 to the present, I have studied under Professor Pei, inheriting his academic principles and benefiting greatly. Here, I report Professor Pei’s clinical experience in treating chronic myeloid leukemia as follows:

Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML), often referred to as chronic leukemia, is a malignant bone marrow proliferative disease that develops in early multipotent hematopoietic stem cells. The disease progresses relatively slowly, primarily affecting the myeloid lineage. Clinically, it manifests as splenomegaly, increased peripheral blood granulocytes, and the appearance of immature granulocytes. The disease typically progresses through the chronic phase, the accelerated phase, and the acute transformation phase; once it transitions to acute leukemia, the prognosis is poor. I. Etiology and Pathogenesis

Professor Pei believes that chronic leukemia falls within the categories of “deficiency-based illness,” “accumulation,” and “blood disorders” in traditional Chinese medicine. As stated in the Inner Classic, “When evil enters, the qi must be deficient.” The Medical Essentials states, “When accumulation occurs, it signifies that the righteous qi is deficient; when the righteous qi is deficient, evil takes hold.” Deficiency in innate resources, weak constitution, deficiency of qi and blood, and depletion of yin essence lead to deficiency-based illness. Alternatively, liver stagnation and qi stagnation, blood stasis inside the body, spleen deficiency leading to phlegm production, and the interplay between phlegm and blood stasis may result in masses beneath the ribs, giving rise to accumulation and mass formations [1]. Therefore, the primary site of this disease lies in the bone marrow, affecting the blood system, and it is closely related to the five internal organs [2]. Deficiency of righteous qi leads to loss of qi and blood in the internal organs, causing functional disorders and imbalance in yin and yang—primarily manifesting as spleen and kidney deficiency and qi and blood deficiency. The spleen is the root of postnatal life and the source of qi and blood generation. The spleen governs the regulation of blood; when the spleen is deficient and unable to properly control blood flow, blood leaks beyond the vessels, resulting in blood disorders. “The middle burner receives qi and extracts its essence, transforming it into red blood—this is called blood.” When the spleen is deficient and unable to transport qi and blood, insufficient qi and blood generation leads to anemia. The kidneys are the root of innate resources, the residence of yin and yang essence, and they govern the formation of bone marrow. When the kidneys are deficient and essence and blood are lacking, the marrow sea becomes empty, failing to nourish the limbs and all parts of the body, leading to a reduction in the three-line cells. Deficiency of righteous qi, combined with the invasion of external evils and excessive sexual activity, causes deficiency in qi and blood in the internal organs, leading to the accumulation of phlegm and dampness, qi stagnation, and blood stasis. This results in abnormal proliferation of the bone marrow and enlargement of the liver and spleen lymph nodes. When the spleen and kidney are deficient, the number of blood cell components drops sharply, and anemia gradually worsens—this is known as “when evil takes hold, the essence is lost; when the essence is lost, the qi is deficient.” When external evils enter the interior and generate heat, heat burns the blood, causing blood to be boiled and concentrated, and heat forces blood to move, leading to bleeding in the internal organs and endangering life.

II. Characteristics of Differentiated Treatment Differentiated treatment emphasizes “treat the symptoms when they arise,” while “treat the root cause when the condition is stable.” Treatment of the root cause often involves nourishing the kidneys and strengthening the spleen, benefiting qi and replenishing blood. For symptom relief, we focus on clearing heat and detoxifying, activating blood circulation to resolve stasis, and resolving phlegm and dispersing nodules. We balance nurturing the body’s vital energy with expelling harmful factors.

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Clinical Collection II: Professor Pei Zhengxue Taking both the root cause and the symptoms into account, we treat the root cause while addressing the symptoms, but we always prioritize nurturing the body’s vital energy and consolidating the foundation throughout the entire treatment process [3]. Nurturing the body’s vital energy and consolidating the foundation also requires coordination with chemotherapy, combining traditional Chinese and Western medicine to complement each other and achieve mutual enhancement. (1) Combining symptoms with underlying causes and analyzing the root cause Professor Pei Zhengxue believed that the TCM differentiation of chronic leukemia first involves distinguishing between deficiency and excess, and between the dominance of evil and the flourishing of righteous qi. Evil excess mainly includes the invasion of external evils and toxic substances, as well as phlegm and blood stasis; righteous qi deficiency primarily manifests as deficiency in qi and blood in the internal organs. When righteous qi is strong and evil is weak, the condition improves; when righteous qi is weak and evil is dominant, the condition worsens. The progression of chronic leukemia occurs in three stages: early, middle, and late. In the early and middle stages, righteous qi is already deficient, while evil factors gradually become more prevalent, manifesting as mild hepatosplenomegaly, enlarged lymph nodes, elevated white blood cell counts or platelet counts, fatigue, fever, dry mouth, and even vomiting or nosebleeds. Treatment should focus on benefiting qi and nourishing yin, clearing heat and detoxifying. In the later stages, righteous qi is exhausted, while evil toxins are rampant, leading to a struggle between righteous qi and evil, where both sides suffer damage. Patients may experience hepatosplenomegaly, yellowed complexion, weight loss, fever, and bleeding. At this stage, we should prioritize nurturing the body’s vital energy and consolidating the foundation, adding herbs to activate blood circulation, resolve stasis, and eliminate accumulations. Next, we need to distinguish between the root cause and the symptoms, and determine whether the condition is urgent or not. When leukemia is caused by deficiency of righteous qi, exposure to external evils, intense heat, high fever, irritability, oral ulcers, skin rashes, vomiting or nosebleeds, and extreme fatigue, we should focus on clearing heat and detoxifying, nourishing yin and cooling blood. For high fever and irritability, use Ren Shen Bai Hu Tang with additions; when heat enters the blood and skin rashes appear, use Xijiao Dihuang Tang or Qingying Tang with additions; when patients experience abdominal distension and constipation, use Danpi Pingzheng Fang (a formula based on Professor Pei’s experience) with adjustments; when hepatosplenomegaly appears, add Sanling, Ezhú, and Biejia. Third, pay attention to acute transformations in chronic leukemia. When patients experience progressively worsening anemia, persistent fever, inability to control infection treatments, progressive enlargement of the spleen, and a tendency toward bleeding, along with abnormal changes in blood count and bone marrow morphology, we should consider the possibility of acute transformation in chronic leukemia [4]. The condition progresses rapidly; treating acute transformation in chronic leukemia is more difficult than treating acute leukemia, with only 10.7% achieving complete remission. Chemotherapy options include cytarabine, doxorubicin, cyclophosphamide, and methotrexate. Fourth, dietary therapy. Patients with blood diseases should eat light, avoiding oily and spicy foods that are hard to digest, while supplementing with adequate amounts of vitamins, proteins, water, and electrolytes to prevent heat loss and fluid depletion. Herbal dishes such as sweet potato, lotus seeds, gelatin, walnuts, and jujubes, cooked and consumed, can help improve anemia symptoms. (2) Strengthening the spleen and nourishing the kidneys, nurturing the body’s vital energy and consolidating the foundation—this is the fundamental approach to treating the root cause Spleen and kidney deficiency, along with qi and blood deficiency, are the root causes of chronic leukemia. As the Inner Classic states, “When righteous qi resides within, evil cannot take hold.” Therefore, nourishing the kidneys and strengthening the spleen is the fundamental principle behind nurturing the body’s vital energy and consolidating the foundation [5]. Based on these characteristics of the disease, Professor Pei established a famous formula for treating leukemia as early as 1972, successfully curing the first case of leukemia in China [6], earning him widespread recognition. In 1974, at the Jiangsu Hematology Conference, the formula was officially named “Lanzhou Formula” [7]. In recent years, Professor Pei has used this formula to cure many patients with leukemia. The formula consists of: 15g of Beisha Shen, 15g of Taizi Shen, 15g of Lutang Shen, 15g of Ren Shen Xu, 12g of Sheng Di, 10g of Shan Yao, 30g of Shan Zhu Rou, 10g of Gui Zhi, 10g of Bai Shao, 6g of Gan Cao, 6g of Sheng Jiang, 4 dates, 30g of Fu Xiaomai, 10g of Mai Dong, 3g of Wu Wei Zi, among others.

(3) Nurturing the body’s vital energy while focusing on resolving stasis and promoting new blood formation Patients with leukemia may experience gingival bleeding, subcutaneous purpura, pain behind the sternum, hepatosplenomegaly, nighttime fever, dark red tongue with petechiae at the edges, and a slow pulse—all of which fall under the category of blood stasis. These conditions should be treated from the perspective of blood stasis; adding herbs like Sanling, Ezhú, seaweed, kelp, Sanqi, leeches, pangolin scales, peach kernels, safflower, chicken blood vine, red peony, danpi, and danshen can be used as needed, stopping treatment once the condition improves—thus resolving blood stasis without harming the body’s vital energy, and achieving hemostasis without leaving behind residual stasis. (4) Development and Application of the Lanzhou Formula The Lanzhou Formula is the foundational formula for treating leukemia. When combined with chemotherapy, it can reduce toxicity and enhance efficacy, nourishing the body’s vital energy and consolidating the foundation. It has been used clinically for over 40 years, successfully treating many patients with blood diseases and tumors, with remarkable clinical outcomes. Professor Pei is widely respected by local residents and is known as a renowned oncologist. During his training under Professor Pei, some patients had already taken over a hundred doses of the formula—even though the handwriting was blurred and fragmented, and the paper was torn and patched, the formula continued to spread widely. Professor Pei constantly summarized his experiences and refined the formula. After chemotherapy, patients with leukemia often experience suppressed bone marrow function and a decrease in the three-line cells; medications like Rui Bai can only provide temporary efficacy in increasing white blood cell counts. Professor Pei believed that the decline in blood cells reflects insufficient qi and blood formation, indicating spleen and kidney deficiency, qi and blood deficiency—only by nourishing the kidneys and strengthening the spleen, benefiting qi and nourishing blood can we achieve real success. During treatment, when blood cell counts drop, we often use 30g of Huang Qi, 30g of Danshen, 30g of Ku Cai, 10g of Pao Guo, 15g of Ji Xue Teng, among others to benefit qi, strengthen the spleen, and nourish the kidneys. In recent years, we have added deer antler and leeches to capsules, which have shown remarkable effects in boosting white blood cell counts. When red blood cell counts are low, we add 10g of Dang Gui, 15g of Huang Qi, 15g of Nu Zhen Zi, 15g of Han San Qi, and 15g of He Shou Wu to nourish blood and nourish yin. When platelet counts are low, we use 10g of Yu Zhu, 15g of Huang Qi, 10g of Tu Da Huang, 10g of Sheng Di, 15g of Lian Qiao, 10g of Tu Da Huang, 10g of Mu Tou Hui, 15g of Gui Ban, and 15g of Jing Shui Shi to nourish qi and nourish yin and increase platelet counts. When red blood cell counts are low, we can add Gui Pi Tang, Western Ginseng, He Shou Wu, leeches, Nu Zhen Zi, and Han San Qi; when there is bleeding, we add Dan Pi, Red Peony, San Qi, and Han San Qi. When white blood cell and platelet counts are elevated, we add 30g of Zi Cao, 10g of Long Dan Cao, 15g of Ji Xue Teng, 1 piece of Ma Qian Zi (fried in oil), 10g of Han Shui Shi, and 30g of Guan Zhong. Professor Pei once said that to strengthen yang and boost white blood cells, nourish yin and generate platelets, and replenish qi and nourish blood—everything lies in the subtle art of creating red blood. In recent years, Professor Pei has also used toad venom, realgar, indigo, and grassy locust to grind small amounts and administer them in proportion, using poison to attack poison, focusing on eliminating evil. The Lanzhou Formula is adjusted according to the patient’s condition, taking into account the whole formula, balancing nurturing the body’s vital energy with attacking evil, treating both the root cause and the symptoms. Because the Lanzhou Formula has proven effective, Professor Pei has processed it into Pei’s Blood-Generating Granules, which are widely popular among patients locally. III. Treatment Methods and Formulas Through years of clinical experience, Professor Pei has developed a series of treatment methods for leukemia that focus on strengthening the spleen and nourishing the kidneys, benefiting qi and nourishing yin. The method of nourishing the kidneys and strengthening the spleen (benefiting qi and nourishing yin): the Lanzhou Formula is modified with additions and subtractions; common ingredients include Beisha Shen, Taizi Shen, Ren Shen Xu, Lutang Shen, Sheng Di, Shan Yao, and others. The method of clearing heat and detoxifying: the Five-Flavor Disinfectant Drink is modified with additions and subtractions; common ingredients include honeysuckle, burdock, Forsythia, shepherd’s purse, and white snake tongue grass. The method of benefiting qi and nourishing blood: Gui Pi Tang is modified with additions and subtractions; common ingredients include ginseng, angelica sinensis, astragalus, atractylodes macrocephala, longan flesh, turtle shell glue, and deer antler glue. The method of softening and dispersing nodules: common ingredients include Sanling, Ezhú, seaweed, kelp, oysters, and Tu Da Huang. The method of activating blood circulation and resolving stasis: common ingredients include San Qi, leeches, Danshen, peach kernels, chicken blood vine, safflower, and others. The method of strengthening the kidneys and boosting yang: common ingredients include ginseng, aconite, epimedium, cistanche, morinda officinalis, and Pao Guo, with adjustments made according to the patient’s condition. IV. Typical Cases Patient, male, 42 years old, presented in June 2009 with a week-long history of cough, sore throat, and fever. He experienced fatigue, loss of appetite, dizziness, palpitations, shortness of breath, night sweats, dry mouth, lower back and knees that felt sore and weak, a red tongue with a thin yellow coating, a floating and rapid pulse. His tonsils were enlarged, his lungs showed rough breathing sounds without rales, his heart rate was regular, and he appeared anemic. The liver was not palpable, but his spleen was 2 fingers below the rib margin. Subcutaneous purpura was present in both lower limbs. White blood cell count was 12.5×10^9/L, with 16% neutrophilic metamyelocytes, 13% neutrophilic metamyelocytes, 5% basophils, hemoglobin 68g/L, red blood cells 3.5×10^9/L, and platelets 90×10^9/L. Bone marrow examination revealed:

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Bone marrow showed extremely active proliferation, with a significant increase in promyelocytes and metamyelocytes, as well as an increase in basophilic granulocytes. The diagnosis was chronic myeloid leukemia. After using hydroxyurea and symptomatic supportive therapies to manage the infection, the condition improved. TCM differentiation: spleen and kidney deficiency, combined with external wind-heat, causing blood to be obstructed. Treatment principles: nourish the kidneys and strengthen the spleen, disperse wind and clear heat. The formula used was the Lanzhou Formula, with modifications to Mashi Xigan Tang. 15g of Beisha Shen, 15g of Taizi Shen, 15g of Ren Shen Xu, 15g of Lutang Shen, 12g of Sheng Di, 10g of Shan Yao, 30g of Shan Zhu Rou, 10g of Ma Huang, 10g of Xingren, 30g of Sheng Shigao, 6g of Gan Cao, 15g of Jin Yin Hua, 15g of Lian Qiao, 30g of Zi Cao, 10g of Long Dan Cao. The formula was decocted and taken once daily. At the second visit, after 14 doses, the cough improved, fatigue and dizziness lessened, appetite gradually returned, the tongue was red with a thin white coating, and the pulse was deep and fine. The diagnosis was spleen and kidney deficiency, with blood stasis inside the body. The formula was modified by removing Mashi Xigan Tang and adding 10g of Sanling, 10g of Ezhú, 10g of Seaweed, 10g of Kelp, 1 piece of Ma Qian Zi (fried in oil), 10g of Tu Da Huang, and 3g of Leeches. The formula was taken once daily. At the third visit, after 3 months of treatment, the sweating and fatigue had lessened, the spleen had shrunk, the body was thinner, the tongue was red with a thin white coating, and the pulse was deep and slow. Hemoglobin was 75g/L, platelets 108×10^9/L. In addition to the Lanzhou Formula, 10g of Dang Gui, 15g of Huang Qi, and 15g of Nu Zhen Zi were added. Deer antler and leeches were ground and brewed into a decoction; after modifying the formula and taking it for over a year, the condition remained stable, with white blood cell counts of 4.5×10^9/L, 70% neutrophils, 30% lymphocytes, hemoglobin 128g/L, red blood cells 4.5×10^9/L, platelets 128×10^9/L, and no basophils. Bone marrow examination showed no signs of bone marrow proliferation or the appearance of granulocytes. The above ingredients were ground into powder, 10g per dose, three times a day, and taken consistently. Follow-up visits over two years showed no recurrence, and the condition was fully recovered.

V. Reflections Patients with leukemia often have a weak constitution, spleen and kidney deficiency, and are susceptible to wind-heat, leading to upper respiratory tract infections, worsening anemia, and bone marrow hyperactivity—characterized by deficiency in the root cause and excess in the symptoms. Professor Pei often taught us, “When new illnesses coexist with chronic conditions, treat the new illness first, then address the chronic ones.” Mashi Xigan Tang, honeysuckle, Forsythia, Zi Cao, and Long Dan Cao help to clear the lungs and relieve cough, while clearing heat and detoxifying to treat the symptoms. The Lanzhou Formula, along with Dang Gui, Huang Qi, Nu Zhen Zi, Han San Qi, He Shou Wu, and Deer Antler, nourish qi and blood, support the body’s vital energy, and consolidate the foundation. Sanling, Ezhú, seaweed, Kelp, Ma Qian Zi, Tu Da Huang, and Leeches promote blood circulation and resolve stasis, acting as complementary treatments. Combined with Western medicine’s anti-infection and hydroxyurea treatments, we support the body’s vital energy and consolidate the foundation, treating both the root cause and the symptoms. Western medicine focuses on chemotherapy to induce apoptosis; after complete remission, regular follow-up examinations are conducted to prevent recurrence. During or after chemotherapy, we can combine the Lanzhou Formula with a series of traditional Chinese medicines—combining the strengths of both approaches, reducing toxicity and enhancing efficacy, eliminating evil without harming the body’s vital energy, and fully leveraging the unique advantages of traditional Chinese and Western medicine, which are of great significance for the treatment and prevention of leukemia. [References] [1] Zhou Zhongying. National University Textbook of Internal Medicine of Traditional Chinese Medicine [M]. Beijing: China Traditional Chinese Medicine Publishing House, 2011, pp. 428–429. [2] Feng Yongxiao, Liu Yuan. Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Chronic Myeloid Leukemia [J]. Gansu Pharmaceutical, 2011, 30(12):745–746. [3] Pei Zhengxue. Collected Medical Talks and Medical Cases of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Gansu Science and Technology Publishing House, 2004:25–27. [4] Zhang Jiping. Clinical Internal Medicine [M]. Tianjin: Tianjin Science and Technology Publishing House, 1999, p. 2493. [5] Xue Wenhan. A Collection of Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experiences in Treating Leukemia [J]. Chinese Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2004, 22(8):1385–1386. [6] Pei Zhengxue. Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine in the Treatment of Acute Monocytic Leukemia [M]. Pei Zhengxue

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Chapter Eight: Diseases of the Blood System Application of Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Gallbladder-Pancreas Syndrome Formula in the Treatment of a Case of Neonatal Hemolytic Anemia Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] This article summarizes the case of a neonatal hemolytic anemia that was successfully treated through integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine therapy. The primary treatment regimen consisted of traditional Chinese medicine, with the addition of Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Gallbladder-Pancreas Syndrome Formula. The child’s serum bilirubin levels significantly decreased, hemoglobin levels rose, jaundice markedly alleviated, and the clinical treatment effect was satisfactory. [Keywords] Neonatal Hemolytic Anemia; Gallbladder-Pancreas Syndrome Formula; Traditional Chinese Medicine Differentiation; Pei Zhengxue

Hemolytic anemia is a type of anemia caused by various factors leading to a shortened red blood cell lifespan and accelerated destruction, exceeding the body’s ability to compensate for hematopoiesis. Neonatal hemolytic anemia is often associated with a family history of hemolysis, infections, medications, or transfusion histories, and is accompanied by anemia, jaundice, and splenomegaly [1]. Laboratory tests reveal varying degrees of reduction in peripheral blood red blood cells and hemoglobin levels, increased reticulocytes, abnormal red blood cell morphology, elevated total serum bilirubin levels, and elevated lactate dehydrogenase levels.

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine in China, serving as Chief Expert at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. He is particularly skilled in treating tumors and liver-pancreas diseases. Based on years of clinical experience, he developed the Gallbladder-Pancreas Syndrome Formula [2–3], which features a rigorous formula and refined combinations for treating diseases affecting the liver, gallbladder, spleen, and stomach. In this report, we present a case where we used this formula, adjusted according to the patient’s condition, to treat neonatal hemolytic anemia. I. Typical Case The infant weighed 3.0 kg. After birth, the entire body became yellowed, with dark urine. The hospital administered anti-infective and choleretic treatments.

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[2] Zhan Wenguo. Clinical Experience of Professor Pei Zhengxue in Treating Liver Cancer [J]. Gansu Pharmaceutical, 2011, 30(8):491.

[3] Zhan Wenguo. Clinical Experience of Professor Pei Zhengxue in Treating Liver Cirrhosis [J]. Gansu Pharmaceutical, 2012, 31(01):69.

[4] Zhou Zhongying. Internal Medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine [M]. Beijing: China Traditional Chinese Medicine Press, 2010, p. 182.

[5] Chen Liang. Research on the Mechanism of Yin Chen Hao Tang in Promoting Bile Flow and Resolving Jaundice [D]. Master’s Thesis, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2003, pp. 14–17.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collected Volume II Chapter Nine: Bone and Joint Disorders Clinical Experience of Professor Pei Zhengxue in Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis Liang Tian, Bai Lijun, Chen Guangyan [Abstract] This article summarizes Professor Pei Zhengxue’s experience in treating rheumatoid arthritis. Professor Pei Zhengxue follows the principle of combining differentiation of syndromes with differentiation of diseases in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, employing traditional Chinese medicine as the primary treatment method, integrating traditional Chinese and Western medicine approaches, and emphasizing the use of insect-based and vine-based medicines while also protecting the spleen and stomach, achieving excellent clinical outcomes. [Keywords] Rheumatoid Arthritis; Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Therapy; Pei Zhengxue [Classification Code] R593.22 [Document Identification Code] A [Article Number] 0256–7415 (2014) 0503 D0I:10.13457/j. cnki.jncm.2014.05.011 Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine in China, with over fifty years of clinical experience and extensive knowledge, adept at treating various complex and difficult cases with remarkable efficacy. He has unique insights into the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, having pioneered the sixteen-character approach of “Western diagnosis, Traditional Chinese Medicine differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the mainstay, Western medicine as a supplement,” which has been highly regarded and praised by both the traditional Chinese medicine community and the integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine academic community. I had the privilege of studying under Professor Pei, and now I would like to share Professor Pei’s experience in treating rheumatoid arthritis. I. Western Diagnosis, Traditional Chinese Medicine Differentiation, Combining Differentiation of Disease and Syndromes

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease of unknown etiology, commonly affecting women in middle age. The prevalence in China ranges from 0.32% to 0.36%, primarily presenting as symmetrical, progressive polyarthritis. Chronic disease can lead to severe joint deformities and loss of function [1]. Professor Pei believes that for patients suspected of having this condition, it is essential to first rely on advanced Western diagnostic tools—such as testing for rheumatoid factor, complete blood count, C-reactive protein, and the latest rheumatoid arthritis antibody profiles including anti-collagen antibodies, anti-nuclear factor antibodies, anti-Ra33 antibodies, anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide antibodies, as well as the most recent classification criteria for rheumatoid arthritis—and, if necessary, undergo magnetic resonance imaging to determine whether synovitis is present, thereby providing the earliest possible diagnosis for the patient.

This disease falls within the scope of bi syndrome and wanbi in traditional Chinese medicine. The “Suwen: Bi Lun” states: “When wind, cold, and dampness combine, they create bi syndrome,” indicating that the combination of these three evils—wind, cold, and dampness—is the fundamental cause and pathogenic mechanism of bi syndrome [2]. Professor Pei’s understanding of the differentiation and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis is as follows: It is necessary to distinguish between cold, heat, deficiency, and excess conditions, either to dispel wind, clear heat and unblock the channels, dispel cold and eliminate dampness, or to remove pathogenic factors and relieve pain, nourish the liver and replenish the kidneys—using formulas such as Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang, Compound Chuan Cao Wu He Ji, Compound Sang Zhi Tang, Hua Luo Xiao Ling Dan, Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang, Jin Niu Bai Hua Tang, and Wu Mi He Ji, among others, with adjustments made as needed. The principles, methods, and prescriptions work in harmony, enabling the medicine to address the root cause of the disease and achieve complete recovery. When practicing clinical medicine, Professor Pei first clarifies the Western diagnosis, and only after the diagnosis is confirmed does he proceed with Traditional Chinese Medicine differentiation. The reason for placing Western diagnosis first in clinical practice is that this allows us to grasp the essence of the disease, improve diagnostic accuracy, and prevent medical errors. At the same time, Traditional Chinese Medicine differentiation under Western diagnosis enhances the accuracy of differentiation, helping to pinpoint the correct direction and target the critical points of the disease—avoiding misdiagnosis or missed diagnosis. By combining differentiation of disease and differentiation of syndromes, we can improve diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic effectiveness. II. Traditional Chinese Medicine as the Mainstay, Integrating Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine

After confirming the Western diagnosis, Professor Pei conducts targeted Traditional Chinese Medicine differentiation treatment for the patient. The patient experiences soreness and discomfort in joints or muscles all over the body, with intermittent pain, limited range of motion, and joint swelling—though the area is neither red nor hot, and pain worsens with warmth. The tongue is pale, with a white or white-yellow coating, and the pulse is deep, wiry, or slow and fine. The diagnosis indicates wind-cold-damp bi syndrome, requiring the treatment to dispel wind, unblock the channels, dispel cold, and eliminate dampness. The prescription uses Tao Hong Si Wu Tang or Compound Chuan Cao Wu He Ji with additions: 10 g each of Chi Shao, Dang Gui, Mu Gua, Tao Ren, and Jang Chan, 6 g each of Hong Hua and Chuan Xiong, 12 g of Sheng Di Huang, 15 g each of Chuan Niu Xi, Ce Bai Ye, Sheng Jin Cao, Chuan Wu (first boiled for 1 hour), Cao Wu (first boiled for 1 hour), and Lei Gong Teng (peeled and first boiled for 1 hour), 5 g of Xi Xin, 2 earthworms of ordinary size, and 1 piece of Ma Qian Zi (fried). Decocted in water, one dose per day. For those with excessive wind, add 15 g each of Xun Gu Feng and Lu Xian Cao; for those with excessive dampness, add Four-Miao San; for those with severe pain, add Frankincense, Myrrh, and Yan Hu Suo, each 10 g, and Chuan Lian Zi 20 g; for those with significant joint swelling, add Wushao She 10 g, Quan Xie 6 g, and 1 earthworm of ordinary size; for those whose pain is mainly in the upper limbs, choose Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang; for those whose pain is mainly in the lower limbs, choose Er Miao San; for those whose pain is mainly in the lower back, choose Du Zhong, Sang Ji Sheng, Yin Yang Huo, and Xu Duan. If there is evidence of heat transformation, use both cold and heat therapies, adjusting the formula with Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang. When the patient experiences joint pain, localized burning, redness, and swelling, with pain that is unbearable yet relieved slightly by cold, and may affect one or more joints, often accompanied by systemic symptoms such as fever, aversion to wind, thirst, and restlessness, the tongue is red, with a thin yellow or yellowish-white coating, and the pulse is slippery and rapid. The diagnosis indicates wind-damp-heat bi syndrome, requiring treatment to clear heat, unblock the channels, dispel wind, and eliminate dampness. The prescription uses Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang combined with Compound Sang Zhi Tang: 10 g of Gui Zhi, 5 g of Xi Xin (first boiled for 1 hour), 20 g each of Zhi Mu and Ren Dong Teng, 1 piece of Ma Qian Zi (fried, about the size of a thumb nail), 12 g of Bai Shao, 6 g each of Zhi Fu, Lei Gong Teng (peeled and first boiled for 1 hour), 15 g each of Xui Xian Cao, Qing Feng Teng, and Hai Feng Teng, 6 g each of Gan Jiang and Gan Cao, 12 g of Fang Feng, 10 g each of Ku Xing Ren, Qiang Huo, and Qin Tiao, 30 g each of Sheng Shi Gao, Sang Zhi, and Sheng Yi Ren. Decocted in water, one dose per day. For severe pain, add 3 g of Earthworm, ground into powder and swallowed; for those with circular red patches and subcutaneous nodules, add 30 g of Water Buffalo Horn and 10 g of Peony Bark; for those with severe joint inflammation and redness, add Er Miao San. For patients with chronic illness who are frail, prone to sweating and feeling cold, with soreness in the lower back and knees, recurrent joint pain that persists for a long time, leading to spasms, joint deformities, limited range of motion, or numbness and loss of sensation—even extending to the buttocks and feet, the tongue is pale, with a thin white coating, and the pulse is deep, fine, and weak. The diagnosis indicates deficiency of qi and blood, as well as deficiency of the liver and kidneys; the treatment should aim to dispel pathogenic factors, relieve pain, nourish the liver and replenish the kidneys. The prescription uses Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang or Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang with adjustments: Du Huo, Sang Ji Sheng, Du Zhong, Niu Xi, Fang Feng, Chuan Xiong, Ren Shen, Dang Gui, Bai Shao, Sheng Di Huang, each 10 g, 6 g each of Zhi Ru Mo, Zhi Mu, Xi Xin, Gan Cao, and Rou Gui Xin, 12 g of Fu Ling, 30 g each of Sang Zhi and Sheng Yi Ren. Decocted in water, one dose per day. For those with severe cold, add Compound Chuan Cao Wu He Ji; for those with excessive dampness, add Han Fang Ji; for those whose bi syndrome resides in the heart, who experience palpitations and shortness of breath, especially when moving, with a weak or irregular pulse, treat with Zhi Gan Cao Tang with adjustments.

In clinical practice, Professor Pei fully leveraged the strengths of traditional Chinese medicine, yet did not adhere rigidly to traditional Chinese medicine practices. Over the years, he consistently pursued an integrated approach of traditional Chinese and Western medicine. For cases where initial treatment was inappropriate or where the disease progressed to late stages, resulting in joint deformities and loss of function, relying solely on traditional Chinese medicine proved ineffective. Professor Pei recommended that patients engage in joint exercises, combined with massage, acupuncture, and other therapies, so that joint deformities could be corrected to the greatest extent possible, and joint function could be restored. These patients often have phlegm and blood stasis coexisting locally—removing them is quite difficult, and medicinal treatments alone may not be sufficient to address the underlying issues. However, using strong medicinal treatments without harming the body, Professor Pei advised patients to take “Xiao Feng No. II” (a bottled medicine) regularly, allowing the patient to take it over a long period, gradually building up therapeutic effects and ensuring lasting efficacy. For patients with chronic joint pain, combined with warm compresses on painful joints, foot baths, fumigations, and other therapies, herbs such as Dang Gui, Sheng Di Huang, Dan Shen, Huang Qi, Zhi Ru Mo, Zhi Mu, Chuan Wu, and Cao Wu were often used, aiming to support the body’s vital energy, eliminate pathogenic factors, and promote blood circulation while relieving pain.

III. Throughout the entire treatment process, always prioritize protecting the spleen and stomach Professor Pei believed that the onset of bi syndrome is often preceded by kidney deficiency, but the spleen is the root of innate vitality, while the kidney is the foundation of acquired vitality. Long-term kidney deficiency can lead to problems in the spleen, causing the spleen to lose its strength and become susceptible to dampness arising from within, while external wind, cold, and dampness also enter the body. The dampness from both inside and outside combines to trap the spleen, causing persistent dampness to linger and fail to dissipate, making the disease course long and difficult to heal. Secondly, patients with bi syndrome often suffer damage to the spleen and stomach due to prolonged use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, hormones, immunosuppressants, and other medications that can harm the spleen and stomach. All of these medications can damage the middle burner. The spleen and stomach are the foundations of acquired vitality, the source of qi and blood production; the essence of the kidneys and the yin blood of the liver both rely on the continuous replenishment of qi and blood, while the absorption of medications also depends on the spleen’s digestion and transportation. Therefore, during the treatment of stubborn bi syndrome, it is crucial to protect the spleen and stomach. Thirdly, most of the traditional Chinese medicines used to treat bi syndrome are pungent, warming, and harsh—long-term use can easily damage the spleen and stomach. For these reasons, in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, it is important to always prioritize protecting the spleen and stomach, incorporating herbs that nourish the spleen and strengthen the stomach, such as Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang, and Xiao Dan Shen Decoction; when there are signs of heat, such as dry mouth, bitter taste, or a yellow coating on the tongue, appropriate additions like Zhi Mu, Huang Bo, Huang Qin, and Zhizi can be used to promote digestion and metabolism.

IV. Make Good Use of Insect-Based and Vine-Based Medicines Ye Tian Shi said, “When wind and dampness invade the meridians… and persist for decades, how can simple herbal remedies truly be effective?” He also emphasized, “When pathogenic factors remain in the meridians, we must use medicines that search and disperse them.” In his “Clinical Guidelines for Medical Cases,” he extensively discussed the treatment of bi syndrome, using insect-based medicines for heat-induced bi syndrome, damp-heat bi syndrome, stubborn bi syndrome, and chronic bi syndrome, advancing the treatment of bi syndrome and opening new avenues for drug use. The renowned modern physician Zhu Liang Chun once said, “When bi syndrome persists for a long time, pathogenic factors become deeply embedded in the meridians, qi and blood become stagnant and unable to circulate. Phlegm, dampness, and turbidity arise, and the meridians become blocked and unable to flow. Such conditions cannot be resolved by herbal remedies derived from plants alone—only by using insects and other creatures to search, disperse, and penetrate the blockages can we clear the turbidity, open the stagnation, restore qi flow, and ensure blood circulation.” Building upon the experiences of predecessors in treating rheumatoid arthritis, Professor Pei also incorporated insect-based medicines into the treatment of this condition, frequently using drugs such as black snake, earthworm, whole scorpion, soil beetle, and silkworm. He believed that snakes possess a nature of movement and exploration, capable of traveling everywhere, thus guiding other herbs to the site of the disease, reaching the internal organs and even the skin and hair; earthworms and whole scorpions are known for their ability to move quickly and effectively dispel wind and relieve pain, especially ideal for those with unbearable joint pain that radiates throughout the body; soil beetles can promote blood circulation and reduce swelling.

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Task output: ,Joint swelling is often used; Silkworms transformed into phlegm and blood stasis are more suitable for treating wind-damp nodules [5]. In addition, it is also favored to use vine-like herbs such as Qingfengteng, Haifengteng, Luoshi Teng, Jixue Teng, Nindong Teng, and others. It is believed that vine-based medicines have the effects of unblocking meridians, traveling through the limbs, and dispersing blood stasis, making them most effective in treating arthritis. Five. Case Examples Guan, female, 45 years old. She was first seen in early August 2012, with a history of rheumatoid arthritis for more than five years. Her joints throughout her body were significantly swollen and painful. She had previously taken methotrexate, tripterygium wilfordii, and traditional Chinese medicine decoctions for treatment, but her condition did not improve significantly. Currently, she experiences soreness in small joints and muscles all over her body, difficulty walking, limited range of motion, morning stiffness, increased pain when exposed to cold or when the weather changes, fear of cold, aversion to wind, excessive sweating, good appetite, poor sleep, normal bowel movements and stool consistency, pale red tongue with dark spots, deep and tense pulse, slightly weak at the base of the palm. Physical examination: Blood pressure (BP): 130/80 mmHg. Multiple joints in both hands were swollen and deformed. Auxiliary tests: ESR: 45 mm/h, Rheumatoid Factor (RF): 581 IU/L, C-reactive protein.

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(CRP): 32 μg/ml; X-rays of both hands showed changes in the wrist and elbow joints, consistent with rheumatoid arthritis. Western medical diagnosis: rheumatoid arthritis. Traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis: Wangbi, with symptoms attributed to wind-damp blockage. Treatment principle: dispel wind and eliminate dampness, activate blood circulation and unblock meridians. The formula Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang with additions and subtractions: Gui Zhi, Zhi Mu, Dang Gui, Chuan Xiong, Tao Ren, Weiling Xian each 10 g, Hong Hua 6 g, Sheng Di Huang 12 g, Xi Ling Cao, Bai Shao, Chuan Wu (first boiled for 1 hour), Cao Wu (first boiled for 1 hour) each 15 g, Xi Xin (first boiled for 1 hour), Lei Gong Teng (first boiled for 1 hour) each 20 g, Ma Qian Zi (fried) 1 piece, Sang Zhi 30 g; one dose per day. After taking the medication for 10 doses, the patient’s joint pain and cold sensitivity improved somewhat, and sweating decreased. However, the patient had poor sleep and poor appetite. Therefore, Sang Zhi, Xi Ling Cao, and Weiling Xian were removed from the prescription, and instead, 15 g of Suo Zao Ren, 10 g of Zhi Mu, 12 g of Fu Shen, 6 g each of Dan Shen, Mu Xiang, and Caodou Ke were added to protect the spleen and stomach. After another 8 weeks of medication, the patient reported significant relief in joint pain and reduced cold sensitivity, with less sweating. However, the patient still experienced some morning stiffness when the weather turned cold, and joint pain occurred only mildly, though she was able to return to work and live normally. There were no gastrointestinal discomforts. Further auxiliary tests indicated: RF: 113 IU/L, CRP: 5.4 mg/L, ESR: 16 mm/h. Professor Pei believed that this disease involves deep penetration of cold and dampness into the bones, with a severe condition and a long course of illness. Treatment requires a relatively long period of time; it is generally recommended to continue taking the medication until the condition is well controlled, after which the medicine can be ground into powder and taken with warm water, 3–5 g daily, to consolidate the therapeutic effect, while also undergoing regular follow-up visits.

Modern medicine uses nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, hormones, immunosuppressants, and other treatments that may offer short-term relief for this disease, but they lack long-term efficacy. Traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies offer many effective approaches with noticeable results. Professor Pei employs an integrated approach combining Western and Traditional Chinese medicine, closely adhering to the sixteen-character treatment principle of “Western diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicine as the primary treatment, Western medicine as a supplementary therapy.” With a clear Western medical diagnosis, the patient undergoes targeted syndrome differentiation, and it is believed that Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang can serve as the basic formula for treating this condition. Additionally, formulas like Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang, Fufang Sang Zhi Tang, Jin Niu Bai Huo Tang, Wu Mi He Ji, Shaoyao Gancao San Teng Gua, and Tao Hong Si Wu Tang can be adjusted and modified according to individual needs. Professor Pei stated, “When cold prevails, yang qi is deficient; when yang qi is even more deficient, cold becomes even more severe,” and “Yang qi is like heaven and the sun—when it loses its proper place, it leads to a shortened life and diminished brilliance.” Based on this understanding, Professor Pei advocates for the use of large doses of Sichuan grass root decoction when treating rheumatoid arthritis, consisting of 15 g each of Chuan Wu and Cao Wu (both first boiled for 1 hour), 20 g of Xi Xin (first boiled for 1 hour), 1 piece of Ma Qian Zi (fried), and 20 g of Lei Gong Teng (peeled and first boiled for 1 hour). This practice is known as “strengthening the source of fire to dispel yin obstruction.” This is a distinctive feature of Professor Pei’s treatment approach for rheumatoid arthritis. Another key aspect of Professor Pei’s treatment of rheumatoid arthritis is the use of blood-activating and blood-stasis-resolving herbs. Over time, rheumatoid arthritis often leads to joint deformities and fixed pain; Professor Pei believes that these conditions arise from cold stagnation causing blood stasis, so he frequently adds Dang Gui, Dan Shen, prepared Frankincense, and prepared Myrrh to activate blood circulation and unblock meridians. In addition, Professor Pei makes good use of insect-based herbs and vine-like medicinal plants to stimulate the meridians. For patients with chronic weakness, Professor Pei often increases the dosage of Dang Gui and Sheng Di Huang to 20 g each, and adds 30 g each of Dan Shen and Huang Qi to strengthen the body’s fundamental strength and support overall health. Throughout the treatment process, Professor Pei never forgets to care for the spleen and stomach, which is also a distinctive feature of his treatment approach for this condition. References

[1] Tang Xiaorong, Wang Rongsheng ● Integrated Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis in China and the West [J]. Chinese Journal of Emergency Medicine, 2013, 22(5):754

[2] He Xiaohong, Xia Xuan ● Experience in Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis by Huang Qingchun [J] ● Shanghai Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2013, 47(8):18–19

[3] Pei Zhengxue ● Pei Zhengxue Medical Notes [M] ● Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008

[4] He Xiaohong, Xu Zhenxiong ● Clinical Experience in Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis by Professor He Yiting [J] ● Chinese Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2013, 28(7):2040–2041

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Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. Professor Pei has practiced medicine for 50 years, specializing in the treatment of tumors and various complex and difficult cases, and possesses unique clinical experience in the prevention and treatment of autoimmune diseases. I had the privilege of accompanying him in his clinical practice, listening to his teachings, and benefiting greatly. Below, we present Professor Pei’s clinical experience in treating rheumatoid arthritis.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammation of the synovial membrane of the joints, often affecting multiple systems and primarily impacting peripheral joints. It commonly presents as symmetrical chronic joint lesions in the wrists, ankles, and feet [1]. Clinical manifestations include joint swelling, pain, deformity, and functional impairment, with recurrent episodes. Modern medicine views rheumatoid arthritis as a disease closely related to environmental factors, cellular processes, viruses, genetics, sex hormones, and neuropsychological states.

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Professor Pei believes that rheumatoid arthritis falls under the categories of “Bi Syndrome” and “Li Jie Feng” in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The term “Li Jie Feng” first appears in Zhang Zhongjing’s “Jin Kui Yao Lü – Treatise on Wind and Joint Disease, Pulse Diagnosis and Treatment,” where it is stated: “The pulse at the fingertips is deep and weak; depth signifies the bones, while weakness signifies the tendons… Sweat flows in and out of the water, just as water harms the heart; when sweat comes out in Li Jie, it is called Li Jie.” “Joint pain that cannot be bent or extended,” “pain that feels like being pulled,” “pain in all limbs and joints, accompanied by physical weakness and leg swelling as if they’ve been stripped off” [2] — these descriptions all reflect the nature of Li Jie Feng. According to “Su Wen – Treatise on Bi,” “Three energies—wind, cold, and damp—come together and form Bi; when wind dominates, it causes Xing Bi; when cold dominates, it causes Tong Bi; when damp dominates, it causes Zuo Bi.” “Zhong Zang Jing” states: “Bone Bi causes lower back and knees to become sluggish, limbs to lose sensation, and feet to swell as if they’ve been stripped off due to excessive indulgence in desires, leading to depletion of kidney qi and blockage of the three jiao qi pathways.” Professor Pei believes that the primary pathogenic mechanism lies in congenital weakness, deficiency of vital energy and blood, insufficient qi and blood, liver and kidney deficiency, or postpartum weakness following illness, resulting in insufficient righteous qi, allowing external evils to enter through weakened defenses; or living in damp environments, being exposed to rain and water, or experiencing changes in weather, feeling cold, damp, and wind, leading to combined internal and external pathogenic factors that cause joint swelling, deformation, and pain, along with limited range of motion. Cold evil is contracted and drawn inward, damp evil becomes sticky and stagnant, accumulating and transforming into heat, turning fluids into phlegm, and phlegm, heat, and blood stasis obstructing the meridians and joints, ultimately leading to joint swelling, deformity, and pain.

II. Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment (1) Professor Pei believes that the first step in diagnosing RA is to identify the etiology and differentiate syndromes for targeted treatment. Traditional Chinese Medicine syndrome differentiation can be categorized into the following types: ① Cold-Damp Blockage of Meridians (chronic phase): severe joint pain, inability to bend or extend, lower limb soreness and fatigue, worsening with cold exposure, thin white coating on the tongue, deep and tight pulse. Treatment focuses on dispersing cold, eliminating dampness, and resolving blood stasis to relieve pain. The formula Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang is adjusted accordingly: Gui Zhi, Bai Shao, Zhi Mu, Mahuang, Bai Zhu, prepared Chuan Wu, prepared Cao Wu, Xi Xin, Ma Qian Zi. ② Damp-Heat Stagnation of Blood (acute phase): joint redness, swelling, and pain, limited range of motion, morning stiffness and rigidity, fever and sweating, yellow or red urine, yellow tongue coating, rapid pulse. Treatment focuses on clearing heat and eliminating dampness, resolving blood stasis and unblocking meridians. The formula Si Miao San is adjusted with the addition of Quan Bi Tang. Cang Zhu, Huang Bo, Chuan Niu Xi, fresh Job's tears, Malva, Qiang Huo, Du Huo, Huang Qi, Fang Feng, Gan Cao, Dang Gui, Bai Shao, Jiang Huang. ③ Liver-Kidney Deficiency (chronic phase): joint pain recurs, joint flexibility is impaired, lower back and knees feel sore and weak, night sweats and insomnia, fine and rapid pulse, red tongue. Treatment focuses on nourishing the liver and kidneys, strengthening tendons and bones. The formula Yi Shen Xuan Bi Tang is adjusted accordingly: Goji Berry, Sheng Di Huang, Fu Ling, Ze Xie, Gou Ji, Guo Shu Bu, Chuan Niu Xi, Qin Teng, Bi Xie, Yu Xiang, Gan Cao, Dang Gui, Bai Shao, Jiang Huang. ④ Kidney Yang Deficiency (late stage): joint pain persists for a long time, leading to joint deformities, morning stiffness and cold intolerance, pale red tongue, thin white coating, deep and weak pulse. Treatment focuses on warming yang, replenishing qi, and activating blood circulation to unblock meridians. The formula Gui Fu Di Huang Tang is used. In this formula, Dang Gui, Huang Qi, Gui Zhi, and Fu Zi warm yang and replenish qi: Sheng Di Huang and Shan Yu Rou, Shan Yao nourish the kidneys and fill essence; Fu Ling, Ze Xie, Dan Pi help eliminate dampness and release pathogenic factors. Furthermore, it is important to pay attention to the patient’s constitution. Adolescents with rheumatoid arthritis often suffer from disharmony between Ying and Wei, insufficient qi and blood, and deficiency of lung and spleen qi, so it is essential to focus on tonifying qi and strengthening the spleen, using Dang Gui, Bai Zhu, Huang Qi, Gui Zhi, Fang Feng, Mahuang, and other herbs. Middle-aged patients often eat improperly, overwork, engage in excessive sexual activity, leading to liver and kidney deficiency and blockage of the meridians and joints by the six external evils. Nourishing the liver and kidneys while simultaneously eliminating pathogenic factors and unblocking meridians is crucial. For middle-aged and elderly patients, who are over fifty, yang qi naturally declines; the kidneys are the foundation of yang qi in the body, and when kidney yang is deficient, qi loses warmth, cold and damp invade, and yang is dispersed to dispel cold. Additionally, it is important to strengthen functional exercises to prevent muscle atrophy due to prolonged inactivity and joint deformities. (2) Emphasize the regulation of spleen and stomach function RA patients often experience stress-induced ulcers due to long-term use of antirheumatic drugs and glucocorticoids, damaging the spleen and stomach and causing pain. For those with spleen and stomach qi deficiency, use Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang or Gui Pi Tang; for those with spleen and stomach cold deficiency, use Fu Zi Li Zhong Tang or Bao Yuan Tang; for those with liver-stomach disharmony, use Si Ni San or Chai Hu Shu Gan San; for those with spleen and stomach damp-heat, use Ping Wei San or Huo Pu Xia Ling Tang; for those with gastric meridian blood stasis, add Shi Xiao San or Huo Luo Xiao Ling Dan with adjustments. (3) Skillfully employ blood-activating and blood-stasis-resolving herbs In chronic illnesses, blood tends to stagnate in the meridians; chronic conditions inevitably lead to blood stasis. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis often experience joint pain, skin discoloration to purple, joint deformities and swelling, stomach pain, dark red tongues with bruising around the edges, and strings of blood vessels that are tense and dull—these are all characteristics of blood stasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is advisable to activate blood circulation, resolve blood stasis, and unblock meridians to relieve pain. Commonly used formulas include Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, Da Xiao Huo Liao Dan, Han San Qi, Tu Piao Chong, and others. Experiments have shown that blood-activating and blood-stasis-resolving herbs can improve microcirculation, reduce blood viscosity, decrease capillary permeability, and lessen inflammatory exudation around microvessels. III. Typical Cases

Wang, male, 38 years old, sought medical attention due to pain in both upper and lower limbs accompanied by fever for one week. One week prior, he developed joint pain throughout his body due to a cold, with soreness in his limbs and limited movement. When the weather turned cloudy, joint pain intensified, and he developed a fever of 38°C. Physical examination revealed swelling and deformity in the finger joints on both sides, as well as around the patella and knee joints. ESR was 65 mm/h, RF was positive, C-reactive protein was 40 mg/L, and WBC was 12.5 × 10^9/L. The tongue was dark red, coated with white greasy substance, and the pulse was tense and rapid. X-rays showed cartilage and bone destruction, with joint deformities. Diagnosis: Rheumatoid Arthritis (Stage III), Cold-湿 Blockage of Meridians, with concurrent exposure to wind and heat. Treatment principles: Disperse cold, eliminate dampness, activate blood circulation, resolve blood stasis, and clear heat and detoxify. Formula: Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang with additions of Ren Shen Bai Huo Tang. Gui Zhi 10 g, Bai Shao 10 g, Zhi Mu 20 g, Sheng Shi Gao 60 g, Hong Hua 6 g, Dang Gui 10 g, Mahuang 10 g, Bai Zhu 10 g, prepared Chuan Wu each 15 g (first boiled for 1 hour), Xi Xin 15 g (first boiled for 1 hour), Ma Qian Zi 1 piece (fried), Sang Zhi 30 g, Weiling Xian 10 g, Du Huo 10 g, Qingfengteng 15 g. Decocted in water and taken as one dose, followed by a second dose. After taking the medication, the fever and joint pain subsided, and the ESR dropped to 22 mm/L, while WBC was 6.5 × 10^9/L. The patient felt fatigued and had poor appetite, with a red tongue coated in white, and a tense and delicate pulse. The condition was characterized by spleen qi deficiency and cold-damp blockage of meridians. The original formula was adjusted by removing Sheng Shi Gao and adding Qin Teng, Dang Gui, and Huang Qi, each 10 g to tonify qi and strengthen the spleen. After continuous treatment for more than six months, the patient’s condition improved, and after two years of follow-up, his condition remained stable, allowing him to participate in light daily labor. IV. Reflections Rheumatoid arthritis arises when the body’s righteous qi is deficient, Ying and Wei are out of balance, and wind, cold, and damp evils take advantage of weakened defenses to block the meridians, bones, joints, and tendons—cold evil plays a particularly critical role [3]. Over time, this leads to depletion of qi and blood, liver and kidney deficiency, and kidney yang deficiency, resulting in a weakened immune system and allowing external evils to enter and block the meridians, causing qi and blood to stagnate and leading to this disease. This condition is characterized by deficiency in the root and excess in the branch; the root deficiency stems from qi and blood deficiency in the internal organs, yin-yang imbalance, and disharmony between Ying and Wei, while the branch excess is caused by wind, cold, and damp evils blocking the meridians. Based on this understanding, the treatment principle is to disperse cold and eliminate dampness, tonify qi and strengthen the spleen, addressing both the root and the branch, supporting the body’s natural defenses while eliminating pathogenic factors. Professor Pei Zhengxue often quoted from “Jin Kui Yao Lü”: “All limbs and joints ache, the body feels weak and weary, the feet swell as if they’ve been stripped off, dizziness and shortness of breath occur, and one feels a desire to vomit—Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang is the primary remedy for these symptoms.” This passage illustrates the pathogenic mechanisms and medicinal choices for this condition. In Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang, Gui Zhi and Mahuang are pungent and warm, opening the skin’s pores to let sunlight shine through; when sunlight illuminates, the darkness within dissipates, and external heat is dispelled. Professor Pei emphasized the use of prepared Chuan Wu, each 15 g, and Xi Xin, each 15 g—both were first boiled for 1 hour to remove their toxicity, yet their therapeutic efficacy remained undiminished. These three herbs are pungent and warm, dispersing cold and relieving pain, with the intention of “strengthening the source of fire to dispel yin obstruction”; Ma Qian Zi, fried to remove its toxicity, helps unblock meridians and dissolve blood stasis, enhancing the analgesic effect. While Wu Tou, Mahuang, and Gui Zhi are pungent and warm, they can harm yin; in contrast, Zhi Mu, with its bitter and cooling properties, nourishes yin and soothes the liver—these two herbs can counteract the harmful effects of pungent and warm herbs that might damage yin and qi. In chronic illnesses, when joint pain occurs, it is necessary to strengthen Tao Hong Si Wu Tang to activate blood circulation and resolve blood stasis; for those with lower limb pain due to damp-heat blocking meridians, add Fufang Sang Zhi Tang to eliminate dampness and unblock meridians. Together, these herbs work synergistically to dispel wind and cold, warm yang and eliminate dampness, resolve blood stasis, and treat both the root and the branch. Combined with hot compresses or fumigations made from the medicinal residue, local blood flow is enhanced, generating thermal effects and amplifying the therapeutic power of the herbs. Experiments have shown [6] that Mahuang contains ephedrine, which has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects; Mahuang also exhibits inhibitory effects on adjuvant-induced arthritis in rats. Both Gui Zhi and Mahuang possess analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, and antimicrobial properties. Chuan Wu [7] mainly consists of total alkaloids, possessing anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-epileptic, and vasodilator effects. Qingfengteng [8] and other vine-like herbs dispel wind-dampness, unblock meridians, promote urination, and exhibit anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and spasmolytic effects—making it an effective remedy for treating rheumatoid arthritis.

References [1] Fan Yongsheng. National Textbook for Higher Education in Traditional Chinese Medicine – Jin Kui Yao Lü [M]. Beijing: China Traditional Chinese Medicine Publishing House, 2011.06:68–69. [2] Lu Wenwen, Wu Guolin, Li Jianping et al. Experimental Study on the Effect of Fufang Quan Bi Tang in Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis [J]. Gansu Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2011, 24(03):47–48. [3] Xue Wenhan, Miao Chunlan. Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Using Large Dosages of Chuan Wu to Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis [J]. Tianjin Zhongyuan, 2000, 17(03):2. [4] Li Jinrong, Hu Yanjun. Yi Shen Xuan Bi Tang for the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis in 26 Cases [J]. Gansu Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 23(01):46. [5] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Pei Zhengxue’s Medical Experiences [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003, 08:333. [6] Qin Shihua, Wang Yue. The Effect of Paiti Ling Granules on IL-2 Levels in Serum and Synovial Fluid Samples from Collagen-Induced Arthritis Rats [J]. Western Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2011, 24(11):26–27. [7] Li Wenlan, Yu Yingying, Zhao Pei et al. Research on the Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic Effects of Total Alkaloids from Aconite [J], Natural Product Research and Development, 2008, 02:56–57. [8] Dong Wenshen, Qu Falin. Overview of the Pharmacological Effects and Clinical Applications of Qingfengteng [J]. Tianjin Pharmacy, 2012, 02:122.

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裴正学总结治疗 SLE 的主要方药为:淫羊藿 、虎杖 、菟丝子 、 生地、玄参、麦冬、川断、旱莲草、萆薢 。 即"三畜增液汤"主方。 其中淫羊藿 ,辛、甘、温 ,归肝、肾经。温肾壮阳 ,强筋骨 ,祛风湿 以治疗关节疼痛 ;菟丝子 ,甘、温 。归肝肾脾经 。补肾固精 、养肝明 目、止泻 ,安胎。虎杖 ,苦寒 ,归肝胆肺经 ,利胆退黄、清热解毒、活血 化瘀、祛痰止咳。增液汤增液润燥疗阳明温病、耗伤津液 , 内伤阴虚

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第十一章 皮肤疾病 第十一章 皮 肤 疾 病 裴正学教授自拟清胃祛痤汤治疗痤疮经验点滴 展文国 【摘要】目的 :介绍裴正学教授自拟自拟清胃祛痤汤治疗痤疮 经验。方法:通过门诊病例加以分析阐述 。结论:中药清热解毒 ,健 脾化湿可抑菌消炎 ,对痤疮有很好的治疗作用 。结果 :裴正学教授 自拟清胃祛痤汤治疗痤疮疗效满意。 【关键词】痤疮 ;清胃祛痤汤 ;经验;裴正学 痤疮是美容皮肤科最常见的疾病之一 。多发于青春期 , 又叫 "青春痘"、"粉刺"。 一般认为毛囊上皮角化过度 、痤疮丙酸杆菌等菌 微生物繁殖 ,患者体内雄性激素增高 ,皮脂腺增大 ,分泌物增多是 痤疮产生的主要原因。 一、病因病机

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 运化失职 ,湿热蕴结 ,郁遏肌肤 ,发于面部 ;或情志郁结 ,郁而发火 , 伤阴化燥 ,或肺热津伤 ,肌肤失于滋养 ,毛孔堵塞 ,遂成痤疮 。脾胃 伏火 ,湿热蕴遏肌肤是其标 , 阴虚津亏 ,脾虚不运是其本 ,本虚而标 实 ,虚实夹杂 ,治以标本兼治。病之初期 , 以清热解毒 ,泻火通便 ,消 肿止痒 ;痤疮消退后 , 以健脾益气 ,渗湿祛风治之。 二、辨证施治特点 (一)急则治标法 临床证见患者痤疮密集分布 ,红肿疼痛 , 以前额及腮部多见 , 皮肤油腻 ,部分结痂 ,或有脓头基础白色分泌物 ,便干口苦 ,舌质红 苔白腻 ,脉弦滑。脾胃火盛 ,湿热蕴遏。治以清热解毒 ,泻火通便为 主。拟方 :清胃祛痤汤。药物组成 :生石膏 , 山栀子 ,桑白皮 ,侧柏叶 , 黄连 ,麦冬 , 白花蛇舌草 ,连翘等 。脓头红肿疼痛加金银花 、蒲公英 等清热解毒药;肺热面赤口干加枇杷叶 、黄芩 ; 口干口臭加藿香 、佩 兰化湿清热 ;合并口腔溃疡加露蜂房 、刺猬皮炭收敛愈疡 ;合并面 部软疣加苍术 、黄柏 、生薏米 、白蒺藜 。 临床辨证不可拘泥一方一 药 ,仔细辨证寒热虚实 , 因症施药。清热解毒药过于寒凉 ,易伤脾胃 阳气 ,过量使用会致腹胀 、腹泻 、胃纳不佳等症 ,宜时时顾护脾胃 , 健脾燥湿。 (二 )缓则治本法 病史好转后 ,粉刺已消 ,面部皮肤留有暗斑或瘢痕 ,伴乏力 ,食 纳不佳 , 口干口渴 ,失眠多梦等症状属脾胃亏虚 ,气血不和 ,湿热留 恋症候 , 以补气健脾 ,调和气血治疗 。常用方剂有 :香砂六君子汤 、 平胃散 ,补中益气汤 ,桃红四物汤等加减进退均可取得明显疗效 。 皮肤痒加白鲜皮、地肤子、蝉蜕、乌梢蛇等祛风止痒 ; (三)久病不愈 ,久病入络 痤疮瘢痕经久不消 , 以活血化瘀 ,搜风通络可获良效 。此时病 邪有气分转入血分 ,经络阻隔 ,气血瘀滞 ,是本病演变的病理结果 。

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第十一章 皮肤疾病 常用桃红四物汤加丹参、赤芍、鸡血藤酌情用之 。皮肤病痤疮消退 后留有暗斑 ,皮肤变黑无光泽 ,用虫类搜风通络药意在加强化瘀之 力 ,进一步增强疗效 , 白僵蚕、全蝎 、蜈蚣可用 ;女贞子 、旱莲草为二 至丸有滋阴济阳 ,养颜美容之功 ; 山慈姑活血化瘀对粉刺瘢痕效果 显著。 (四)日常养护 痤疮激发感染脓疱形成应及时给予抗感染处理 ; 避免长期使 用油脂类化妆品和皮质类固醇激素 ,堵塞毛囊 ,使皮肤肥厚增生 , 易形成暗斑难治 ;平时饮食清淡 ,禁食辛辣刺激及羊肉 、冷饮等 ,多 使用水果等维生素。 三、典型病例

1.王某 ,女 ,岁 , 面部痤疮一月 。诊差面部前额及腮部粉刺密 布 ,挤压有白色分泌物溢出 , 随后结痂呈暗褐色 ,瘙痒 , 口干便秘 , 皮肤油腻。月经提前量多 ,舌质红 ,苔白腻 ,脉弦滑。诊断 :痤疮 ,月 经不调 。中医辨证属脾胃火盛 ,湿热蕴结 ,兼肝郁气滞。治则 :清胃 泻火 ,健脾祛湿。方药 :清胃祛痤汤结加减。药物组成 :生石膏 30g , 山栀子 10g ,桑白皮 10g ,侧柏叶 10g ,丹皮 6g ,大黄 6g ,黄连 6g 当 归 10g , 白 芍 10g , 柴 胡 10g , 白 术 10g , 茯 苓 10g , 麦 冬 10g , 丹 参 20g , 白花蛇舌草 15g ,连翘 15g。水煎服 , 1 剂/d,14 剂。二诊 ,服药后 粉刺减少 ,颜色变淡 ,大便通畅 ,舌红苔白 ,月经未至 , 于上方中加 入香附 6g ,益母草 15g。连续加减服用三月 ,配合服用逍遥丸、健脾 丸痤疮好转 ,病情告愈。

2.李某 ,男 ,35 岁 ,面部粉刺 2 月 ,红肿疼痛 。 以两则腮帮部大 片粉刺融合成片形成丘疹、脓疱 ,密集分布 ,感染渗液流黄水 ,瘙痒 抓挠 ,心烦急躁 ,夜寐欠安 , 口苦便干 ,舌质红 ,苔黄腻 ,脉滑数 。诊 断 :痤疮感染。中医辨证属脾胃湿热 ,火毒郁结。治则 :清热解毒 ,健 脾燥湿 。方药 :清胃祛痤汤加减 。生石膏 30g , 山栀子 10g ,桑白皮

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 10g ,侧柏叶 10g ,大黄 6g ,黄连 6g ,生薏米 30g , 白术 10g ,茯苓 10g , 玄 参 10g , 丹 参 20g , 金 银 花 15g , 连 翘 15g , 蒲 公 英 15g , 败 酱 草 15g。水煎服 , 1 剂/d , 10 剂。二诊服药后皮肤渗液减少 ,患者疼痛减 轻 ,舌红苔白 ,脉弦滑 。症属脾虚湿盛 ,上方去石膏加泽泻 15g ,苦 参15g、党参 15g。14 剂后 ,面部痤疮大部分消失 , 留有疮面暗斑 ,于 上方取五味消毒饮加红花 、鸡血藤继续加减服用月余 ,病情好转 。 嘱患者饮食清淡 ,禁食辛辣生冷等 ,配合服用健脾丸善后。 四、体会 痤疮是发于青年男女青春期和成人期常见的皮肤疾病 , 临床 以颜面 、胸背部等皮脂腺较多部位出现粉刺 ,散在丘疹密集分布 , 挤压有白色分泌物 ,可激发感染形成脓疱 ,溃破痊愈后留有色素沉 着或疤痕、结节、脓肿等损害。 裴正学教授以此病机自拟清胃祛痤汤 。药物组成 : 生石膏 30g , 山栀子 10g ,桑白皮 15g , 侧 柏 叶 10g , 大 黄 6g , 黄 连 6g , 玄 参 10g ,生地 12g ,麦冬 10g , 当归 10g ,丹参 20g , 白花蛇舌草 15g ,金银 花 15g ,连翘 15g ,甘草 6g 等 。方中生石膏甘寒 ,清热泻火 ,生津止 渴为君药 ; 山栀子 、大黄 、黄连 、桑白皮清热燥湿 ,泻火通便助君药 清火之力共为臣药 ;元参、生地、麦冬滋阴清热 ,增水行舟 ; 当归 、丹参活血养血 ,祛瘀生肌 ; 白花蛇舌草 、金银花清热解毒 ,共为佐药 ; 甘草调和诸药为使药。诸药合用 ,共凑清热燥湿 ,活血养血之功 ,用 于脾胃伏火 ,湿热蕴结之痤疮 ,毛囊炎 ,水泡疮等皮肤病。此药煎汤 外洗患处 ,可清除污脂、消炎杀菌、促进血液循环等功效。内服外治 配合 ,达到消痤祛痘的目的 。药理研究表明 [2]:金银花 、连翘等清热 解毒药具有明显的抑菌和杀菌作用 ,减少皮肤过度油腻 , 防止毛囊 皮脂腺导管过度角化 ,预防皮脂瘀积而形成粉刺 ,减少痤疮和毛囊 炎的发生。丹参具有改善血液循环 ,抑制毛囊内痤疮丙酸杆菌的生 长繁殖 ,控制痤疮发生的作用 ,丹参所含的丹参酮还具有雌激素和

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学教授从肝肾论治黄褐斑 展文国 【摘要】目的:介绍和总结祛斑养颜汤(由六味地黄汤和四物汤 化裁而成)治疗黄褐斑的临床效果 。方法:通过对病因病机的分析 和认识 ,认为肝肾亏虚 , 气血不和 , 津液不足 , 气滞血瘀是黄褐斑的 主要病机 , 以此为辩证依据 ,采用祛斑养颜汤治疗黄褐斑 , 并以具 体验案分析阐述其作用机理。结果:患者黄褐斑消失 , 面色红润 , 随 访 1 年无复发 。结论:祛斑养颜汤对黄褐斑治疗效果明显 ,裴正学 教授从肝肾论治黄褐斑效果显著。 【关键词】黄褐斑 ;祛斑养颜汤 ; 中医辨证 ;裴正学 黄褐斑是发生于颜面部的色素沉淀性皮肤病 , 以面部前额或 脸颊不规则分布淡黄色或褐色斑片为特点 ,好发于中青年女性 ,主 要病因与机体内分泌功能紊乱、长期口服避孕药 、和月经紊乱等有 关[1] O 目前医学界对此并尚无特殊治疗方法。 一、病因病机 肝主疏泄 ,肝藏血 ,性喜条达 ,而精神紧张 、情志失调 、心情压 抑 ,致肝疏泄失职 ,气机郁结 , 阴血不足 ,郁久化火伤阴 ,血行不畅 , 致颜面气血失和 ;脾胃气虚运化失调 ,则气血亏虚 ,不能润泽颜面 ; 肾虚精亏 , 肾水不能滋润面部肌肤生成暗斑 , 以及宫胞失常 、冲任 损伤等病理变化均可致颜面发生黑斑 。总之脏腑气血充盈则肌肤

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细嫩光泽 ,气血失和则颜面枯黄焦萎 ,黑斑从生。"有诸于内必形诸 于外",脏腑气血失衡是内因 ,外受风邪 、使用化妆品不当 、日晒等 为外因 。 由此肝郁血虚 , 肾阴亏虚 ,气血不和 ,津液不足是发病之 本 ,肝郁气滞 ,气滞血瘀是其标 。治以疏肝活血 ,滋阴补肾以治其 本 ,活血化瘀 ,清热解毒以治其标 ,标本兼治 , 以达阴阳平衡 ,祛斑 养颜之目的。

二、肝肾同治是治本之法 针对本病之病机 , 我国著名的中西医专家裴正学教授以滋补 肝肾兼化瘀清热为主 ,拟方祛斑养颜汤加减治疗面部黄褐斑。方药 组 成 : 当 归 10g , 白 芍 10g , 生 地 12g , 川 芎 10g , 山 药 10g , 山 萸 肉 10g ,枸杞子 10g ,菟丝子 10g , 肉苁蓉 10g ,女贞子 15g ,旱莲草 15g , 丹皮 6g ,香附 10g ,益母草 20g ,蒲公英 15g ,郁金 10g ,柴胡 10g 等 。 临阵加减:失眠加酸枣仁 、柏子仁各 15g ;胁肋胀痛 ,胸脘痞满加枳 实 、白术各 10g ;情志不舒加白术 、茯苓各 10g ;乳房胀痛加瓜蒌 ,橘 络 ;腹痛加元胡索、川楝子 ;脱发加首乌 、侧柏叶 ; 出汗多加浮小麦 、 甘草、大枣 ;盆腔肿块加桂枝茯苓丸。 三、典型病例

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 第十章 结缔组织疾病和 风湿热疾病 裴正学教授三畜增液合剂治红斑狼疮 单金姝 裴正学教授是我国著名的中西医结合专家 , 擅长治疗各种疑 难病症 。笔者侍诊其侧 ,现记录其治疗系统性红斑狼疮(SLE)经验 如下。 叶某 ,女 ,29 岁 ,教师 ,2009 年 2 月 11 日初诊。 患者 2008 年起患 SLE ,长期服用强的松 ,最大用量为 40mg/d , 目前服强的松 15mg/d ,雷公藤片 2 片 ,病情仍反复 ,难以控制 ,查 尿常规正常。 刻诊:面颧红斑成片 ,色赤瘙痒 ,疼痛 ,有火热感 ,两目充血 ,周 身关节疼痛 ,每日数次阵发性加重 ,发作时面红目赤 、烘热升火 ,脊 柱 、周身紧缩刺痛 , 口干苦 ,尿黄 ,大便尚调 ,苔黄薄腻 ,质暗紫 ,脉 细滑。

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第十章 结缔组织疾病和风湿热疾病 毒 。 以三畜增液合剂治疗。 处方:淫羊藿 15g ,虎杖 10g ,菟丝子 15g ,生地 12g ,玄参 10g , 麦冬 10g ,川断 10g ,旱莲草 15g ,萆薢 10g 。7 剂 ,每日 1 剂。 患者服药后 ,面部瘙痒 、关节疼痛均有所减轻 ,但一时尚难控 制 ; 口干口苦 ,烘热 ,易汗 ,苔黄腻 ,舌边尖红 ,脉细滑。 原法再进 。面部红斑继续消退 ,潮热发作持续时间亦由 5h 缩 短为 2h 左右 , 口干口苦 ,便溏 , 1 日 2 次 ,尿黄 。苔黄薄腻 ,质暗紫 , 脉弦滑 。效不更方。 上方加减出入 40 余剂 , 面热 、潮红少发 , 陈旧性斑块色素渐 减 ,关节疼痛缓解 ,皮肤痒感消退 , 目睛稍有充血 ,大便欠实 ,苔黄 腻 ,质暗红 ,脉细滑数。 续祛风解毒 ,清热化湿 ,凉血散瘀 。面颧部大片红斑经治基本 消退 ,关节疼痛亦平 ,仅手指小关节稍感不适 ,尿黄 ,便溏 , 日行 2 次 ,食纳欠香 ,守原意进退。 按:裴正学说 , 中医学医籍中并无红斑狼疮的病名 ,也未有确 切的记载与较为系统的论述。该病当以皮肤损害为主 ,表现出斑疹 赤如丹涂之状 ,形如蝴蝶 , 当属中医的"红蝴蝶疮"。 关节 肌肉疼痛 病状为主时 ,属"痹症"范畴。

他认为该病当属于中医之"风"证范围。盖"风之善行而数变"、 "风者百病之长也"、"风与寒合、与热合 、与湿合尽得其便也",关节 疾患属于风湿 ; 肾性浮肿属风水 ;高热不退属风火相煽 ;无菌性泻 痢属肠风下血 ;皮肤斑疹属风毒、风疹。

裴正学总结治疗 SLE 的主要方药为:淫羊藿 、虎杖 、菟丝子 、 生地、玄参、麦冬、川断、旱莲草、萆薢 。 即"三畜增液汤"主方。 其中淫羊藿 ,辛、甘、温 ,归肝、肾经。温肾壮阳 ,强筋骨 ,祛风湿 以治疗关节疼痛 ;菟丝子 ,甘、温 。归肝肾脾经 。补肾固精 、养肝明 目、止泻 ,安胎。虎杖 ,苦寒 ,归肝胆肺经 ,利胆退黄、清热解毒、活血 化瘀、祛痰止咳。增液汤增液润燥疗阳明温病、耗伤津液 , 内伤阴虚

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 液亏证。川断 ,苦甘辛 ,微温 ,归肝肾经。补肝肾、强筋骨、止血安胎、 疗伤续折 。旱莲草 ,甘、酸、寒 ,归肝肾经 ,补肝肾阴 、凉血止血 。萆 薢 ,苦微寒 ,归肝胃经 ,利湿祛浊、祛风除湿。 临症加减时 , 四肢拘急难以屈伸者加用桂枝芍药知母汤 ;关节 疼痛明显者加用复方桑枝汤 ; 临证时加用大剂量的川草乌 、细辛 、 马钱子等药物 ,此是他治疗自身免疫性疾病的一大特色。 总之 ,裴正学治疗本病以除风胜湿 、祛风活络 、泻火散风为法 , 创三畜增液合剂加减治疗 , 不仅短期疗效显著 , 远期疗效也较可 靠 ,克服了现代医学用激素治疗本病复发率高的不足。

文章来源 :2014-03-12《中国中医药报》

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第十一章 皮肤疾病 第十一章 皮 肤 疾 病 裴正学教授自拟清胃祛痤汤治疗痤疮经验点滴 展文国 【摘要】目的 :介绍裴正学教授自拟自拟清胃祛痤汤治疗痤疮 经验。方法:通过门诊病例加以分析阐述 。结论:中药清热解毒 ,健 脾化湿可抑菌消炎 ,对痤疮有很好的治疗作用 。结果 :裴正学教授 自拟清胃祛痤汤治疗痤疮疗效满意。 【关键词】痤疮 ;清胃祛痤汤 ;经验;裴正学 痤疮是美容皮肤科最常见的疾病之一 。多发于青春期 , 又叫 "青春痘"、"粉刺"。 一般认为毛囊上皮角化过度 、痤疮丙酸杆菌等菌 微生物繁殖 ,患者体内雄性激素增高 ,皮脂腺增大 ,分泌物增多是 痤疮产生的主要原因。 一、病因病机

裴正学教授认为"痤疮 "属祖国医学之"肺风粉刺"、"酒刺"、 "风刺"等 ,范畴 [1] o 多因饮食不洁 , 嗜食辛辣厚味 ,油腻饮食 ,脾虚

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 运化失职 ,湿热蕴结 ,郁遏肌肤 ,发于面部 ;或情志郁结 ,郁而发火 , 伤阴化燥 ,或肺热津伤 ,肌肤失于滋养 ,毛孔堵塞 ,遂成痤疮 。脾胃 伏火 ,湿热蕴遏肌肤是其标 , 阴虚津亏 ,脾虚不运是其本 ,本虚而标 实 ,虚实夹杂 ,治以标本兼治。病之初期 , 以清热解毒 ,泻火通便 ,消 肿止痒 ;痤疮消退后 , 以健脾益气 ,渗湿祛风治之。 二、辨证施治特点 (一)急则治标法 临床证见患者痤疮密集分布 ,红肿疼痛 , 以前额及腮部多见 , 皮肤油腻 ,部分结痂 ,或有脓头基础白色分泌物 ,便干口苦 ,舌质红 苔白腻 ,脉弦滑。脾胃火盛 ,湿热蕴遏。治以清热解毒 ,泻火通便为 主。拟方 :清胃祛痤汤。药物组成 :生石膏 , 山栀子 ,桑白皮 ,侧柏叶 , 黄连 ,麦冬 , 白花蛇舌草 ,连翘等 。脓头红肿疼痛加金银花 、蒲公英 等清热解毒药;肺热面赤口干加枇杷叶 、黄芩 ; 口干口臭加藿香 、佩 兰化湿清热 ;合并口腔溃疡加露蜂房 、刺猬皮炭收敛愈疡 ;合并面 部软疣加苍术 、黄柏 、生薏米 、白蒺藜 。 临床辨证不可拘泥一方一 药 ,仔细辨证寒热虚实 , 因症施药。清热解毒药过于寒凉 ,易伤脾胃 阳气 ,过量使用会致腹胀 、腹泻 、胃纳不佳等症 ,宜时时顾护脾胃 , 健脾燥湿。 (二 )缓则治本法 病史好转后 ,粉刺已消 ,面部皮肤留有暗斑或瘢痕 ,伴乏力 ,食 纳不佳 , 口干口渴 ,失眠多梦等症状属脾胃亏虚 ,气血不和 ,湿热留 恋症候 , 以补气健脾 ,调和气血治疗 。常用方剂有 :香砂六君子汤 、 平胃散 ,补中益气汤 ,桃红四物汤等加减进退均可取得明显疗效 。 皮肤痒加白鲜皮、地肤子、蝉蜕、乌梢蛇等祛风止痒 ; (三)久病不愈 ,久病入络 痤疮瘢痕经久不消 , 以活血化瘀 ,搜风通络可获良效 。此时病 邪有气分转入血分 ,经络阻隔 ,气血瘀滞 ,是本病演变的病理结果 。

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1.王某 ,女 ,岁 , 面部痤疮一月 。诊差面部前额及腮部粉刺密 布 ,挤压有白色分泌物溢出 , 随后结痂呈暗褐色 ,瘙痒 , 口干便秘 , 皮肤油腻。月经提前量多 ,舌质红 ,苔白腻 ,脉弦滑。诊断 :痤疮 ,月 经不调 。中医辨证属脾胃火盛 ,湿热蕴结 ,兼肝郁气滞。治则 :清胃 泻火 ,健脾祛湿。方药 :清胃祛痤汤结加减。药物组成 :生石膏 30g , 山栀子 10g ,桑白皮 10g ,侧柏叶 10g ,丹皮 6g ,大黄 6g ,黄连 6g 当 归 10g , 白 芍 10g , 柴 胡 10g , 白 术 10g , 茯 苓 10g , 麦 冬 10g , 丹 参 20g , 白花蛇舌草 15g ,连翘 15g。水煎服 , 1 剂/d,14 剂。二诊 ,服药后 粉刺减少 ,颜色变淡 ,大便通畅 ,舌红苔白 ,月经未至 , 于上方中加 入香附 6g ,益母草 15g。连续加减服用三月 ,配合服用逍遥丸、健脾 丸痤疮好转 ,病情告愈。

2.李某 ,男 ,35 岁 ,面部粉刺 2 月 ,红肿疼痛 。 以两则腮帮部大 片粉刺融合成片形成丘疹、脓疱 ,密集分布 ,感染渗液流黄水 ,瘙痒 抓挠 ,心烦急躁 ,夜寐欠安 , 口苦便干 ,舌质红 ,苔黄腻 ,脉滑数 。诊 断 :痤疮感染。中医辨证属脾胃湿热 ,火毒郁结。治则 :清热解毒 ,健 脾燥湿 。方药 :清胃祛痤汤加减 。生石膏 30g , 山栀子 10g ,桑白皮

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 10g ,侧柏叶 10g ,大黄 6g ,黄连 6g ,生薏米 30g , 白术 10g ,茯苓 10g , 玄 参 10g , 丹 参 20g , 金 银 花 15g , 连 翘 15g , 蒲 公 英 15g , 败 酱 草 15g。水煎服 , 1 剂/d , 10 剂。二诊服药后皮肤渗液减少 ,患者疼痛减 轻 ,舌红苔白 ,脉弦滑 。症属脾虚湿盛 ,上方去石膏加泽泻 15g ,苦 参15g、党参 15g。14 剂后 ,面部痤疮大部分消失 , 留有疮面暗斑 ,于 上方取五味消毒饮加红花 、鸡血藤继续加减服用月余 ,病情好转 。 嘱患者饮食清淡 ,禁食辛辣生冷等 ,配合服用健脾丸善后。 四、体会 痤疮是发于青年男女青春期和成人期常见的皮肤疾病 , 临床 以颜面 、胸背部等皮脂腺较多部位出现粉刺 ,散在丘疹密集分布 , 挤压有白色分泌物 ,可激发感染形成脓疱 ,溃破痊愈后留有色素沉 着或疤痕、结节、脓肿等损害。 裴正学教授以此病机自拟清胃祛痤汤 。药物组成 : 生石膏 30g , 山栀子 10g ,桑白皮 15g , 侧 柏 叶 10g , 大 黄 6g , 黄 连 6g , 玄 参 10g ,生地 12g ,麦冬 10g , 当归 10g ,丹参 20g , 白花蛇舌草 15g ,金银 花 15g ,连翘 15g ,甘草 6g 等 。方中生石膏甘寒 ,清热泻火 ,生津止 渴为君药 ; 山栀子 、大黄 、黄连 、桑白皮清热燥湿 ,泻火通便助君药 清火之力共为臣药 ;元参、生地、麦冬滋阴清热 ,增水行舟 ; 当归 、丹参活血养血 ,祛瘀生肌 ; 白花蛇舌草 、金银花清热解毒 ,共为佐药 ; 甘草调和诸药为使药。诸药合用 ,共凑清热燥湿 ,活血养血之功 ,用 于脾胃伏火 ,湿热蕴结之痤疮 ,毛囊炎 ,水泡疮等皮肤病。此药煎汤 外洗患处 ,可清除污脂、消炎杀菌、促进血液循环等功效。内服外治 配合 ,达到消痤祛痘的目的 。药理研究表明 [2]:金银花 、连翘等清热 解毒药具有明显的抑菌和杀菌作用 ,减少皮肤过度油腻 , 防止毛囊 皮脂腺导管过度角化 ,预防皮脂瘀积而形成粉刺 ,减少痤疮和毛囊 炎的发生。丹参具有改善血液循环 ,抑制毛囊内痤疮丙酸杆菌的生 长繁殖 ,控制痤疮发生的作用 ,丹参所含的丹参酮还具有雌激素和

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学教授从肝肾论治黄褐斑 展文国 【摘要】目的:介绍和总结祛斑养颜汤(由六味地黄汤和四物汤 化裁而成)治疗黄褐斑的临床效果 。方法:通过对病因病机的分析 和认识 ,认为肝肾亏虚 , 气血不和 , 津液不足 , 气滞血瘀是黄褐斑的 主要病机 , 以此为辩证依据 ,采用祛斑养颜汤治疗黄褐斑 , 并以具 体验案分析阐述其作用机理。结果:患者黄褐斑消失 , 面色红润 , 随 访 1 年无复发 。结论:祛斑养颜汤对黄褐斑治疗效果明显 ,裴正学 教授从肝肾论治黄褐斑效果显著。 【关键词】黄褐斑 ;祛斑养颜汤 ; 中医辨证 ;裴正学 黄褐斑是发生于颜面部的色素沉淀性皮肤病 , 以面部前额或 脸颊不规则分布淡黄色或褐色斑片为特点 ,好发于中青年女性 ,主 要病因与机体内分泌功能紊乱、长期口服避孕药 、和月经紊乱等有 关[1] O 目前医学界对此并尚无特殊治疗方法。 一、病因病机 肝主疏泄 ,肝藏血 ,性喜条达 ,而精神紧张 、情志失调 、心情压 抑 ,致肝疏泄失职 ,气机郁结 , 阴血不足 ,郁久化火伤阴 ,血行不畅 , 致颜面气血失和 ;脾胃气虚运化失调 ,则气血亏虚 ,不能润泽颜面 ; 肾虚精亏 , 肾水不能滋润面部肌肤生成暗斑 , 以及宫胞失常 、冲任 损伤等病理变化均可致颜面发生黑斑 。总之脏腑气血充盈则肌肤

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细嫩光泽 ,气血失和则颜面枯黄焦萎 ,黑斑从生。"有诸于内必形诸 于外",脏腑气血失衡是内因 ,外受风邪 、使用化妆品不当 、日晒等 为外因 。 由此肝郁血虚 , 肾阴亏虚 ,气血不和 ,津液不足是发病之 本 ,肝郁气滞 ,气滞血瘀是其标 。治以疏肝活血 ,滋阴补肾以治其 本 ,活血化瘀 ,清热解毒以治其标 ,标本兼治 , 以达阴阳平衡 ,祛斑 养颜之目的。

二、肝肾同治是治本之法 针对本病之病机 , 我国著名的中西医专家裴正学教授以滋补 肝肾兼化瘀清热为主 ,拟方祛斑养颜汤加减治疗面部黄褐斑。方药 组 成 : 当 归 10g , 白 芍 10g , 生 地 12g , 川 芎 10g , 山 药 10g , 山 萸 肉 10g ,枸杞子 10g ,菟丝子 10g , 肉苁蓉 10g ,女贞子 15g ,旱莲草 15g , 丹皮 6g ,香附 10g ,益母草 20g ,蒲公英 15g ,郁金 10g ,柴胡 10g 等 。 临阵加减:失眠加酸枣仁 、柏子仁各 15g ;胁肋胀痛 ,胸脘痞满加枳 实 、白术各 10g ;情志不舒加白术 、茯苓各 10g ;乳房胀痛加瓜蒌 ,橘 络 ;腹痛加元胡索、川楝子 ;脱发加首乌 、侧柏叶 ; 出汗多加浮小麦 、 甘草、大枣 ;盆腔肿块加桂枝茯苓丸。 三、典型病例

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Input: CHEN, female, 38 years old, presented with facial dark spots for six months accompanied by menstrual irregularities. The patient has experienced a delayed menstrual cycle over the past six months, with progressively lighter menstrual flow, irritability, restlessness, insomnia with frequent dreams, hair loss, dry mouth, and increasing brown spots on both sides of the nasal wings, as well as darkened skin on the face, along with pimples appearing on the forehead and cheeks. Her urine is yellow and cloudy, her stools are dry and hard, her tongue is red with little coating, and her pulse is fine and rapid. Diagnosis: melasma and acne. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis: Liver and Kidney Yin Deficiency, Stomach Dryness and Fluid Deficiency. Treatment principle: Nourish the Liver and Kidneys, promote bowel movement to clear heat. Prescription: A modified Melasma and Facial Beauty Decoction, consisting of: Angelica sinensis 10g, White Peony 10g, Rehmannia glutinosa 12g, Ligusticum chuanxiong 10g, Eucommia ulmoides 10g, Lycium barbarum 10g, Cistanche deserticola 10g, Ligustrum lucidum 15g, Polygonum cuspidatum 15g, Paeonia lactiflora 6g, Cyperus rotundus 10g, Motherwort 20g, Dandelion 15g, Curcuma longa 10g, Ziziphus jujuba 10g, Rheum officinale 10g (added later), Gypsum fibrosum 30g, Gardenia jasminoides 10g. The formula is decocted in water and taken once daily, for a total of 14 doses.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume II Second Visit: After taking the medication, bowel movements became regular, dry mouth improved, facial skin was less dry, pimples turned reddish-brown, menstruation had not yet arrived, the tongue was red with petechiae at the edges, and the pulse was fine and sluggish. The condition was characterized by deficiency of the Chong and Ren channels, and stagnation of Qi and blood accumulation. In the original formula, the amount of Rheum officinale was reduced to 6g, and 10g of Peach Kernel and 6g of Saffron were added; the treatment continued for another 7 doses. After more than three months of continuous use of the above formula, the facial dark spots and pimples disappeared, the skin regained a rosy hue, menstruation returned, sleep became deeper, and all symptoms were fully resolved. Follow-up visits revealed no recurrence for one year. IV. Reflections Melasma is characterized by dark spots on the face, often caused by endocrine disorders. It is commonly seen during pregnancy, lactation, and menopause in women, with its onset closely related to the decline in estrogen levels. Melasma often coexists with gynecological inflammation and menstrual irregularities. Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chinese herbal medicine have shown superior efficacy in treating this condition compared to Western medicine. Melasma falls under the categories of "Hui He Ban," "Liver Spots," and "Pregnancy Spots" in TCM. TCM believes that this condition is closely related to the liver, spleen, and kidney, with the primary pathological mechanism being the failure of qi and blood to ascend to the face[2]. The overall characteristic of this disease is that it involves both deficiency and excess; deficiency primarily manifests as liver and kidney deficiency and qi-blood deficiency, while excess is characterized by qi stagnation and blood stasis, with toxic substances accumulating within the body. Professor Pei Zhengxue proposed a treatment approach that focuses on nourishing the liver and kidneys, nourishing blood, resolving blood stasis, clearing heat, and detoxifying—treating both the root cause and the symptoms. The formula used was the Melasma and Facial Beauty Decoction, where Angelica sinensis replenishes blood and nourishes qi; Ligusticum chuanxiong is pungent, warm, and soothing, acting as a qi-regulating herb in the blood, nourishing and promoting blood circulation; Rehmannia glutinosa enters the kidney to nourish yin and tonify the kidney; White Peony enters the liver to gather yin and nourish blood. The four herbs—Four-Ingredient Soup for Blood Nourishment and Regulation—serve as the chief herbs; Eucommia ulmoides, with its sour and warm properties, nourishes the kidney and benefits the liver; Yam nourishes the kidney and tonifies the spleen; together with Cistanche deserticola, Dodder Seed, and Lycium barbarum, these herbs nourish yin and tonify the kidney, serving as secondary herbs; Ligustrum lucidum and Polygonum cuspidatum are the two “Two-Reach” herbs, balancing yin and yang to nourish the liver and kidneys; Curcuma longa and Bupleurum chinense help regulate qi and resolve stagnation, serving as auxiliary herbs; Motherwort promotes blood circulation and regulates menstruation, aiding in diuresis and reducing swelling. Dandelion clears heat and detoxifies, serving as the leading herb. Together, these herbs work synergistically to nourish the liver and kidneys, harmonize qi and blood, and treat melasma and improve facial complexion. This formula is composed of Four-Ingredient Soup and Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction, adapted for treating melasma, freckles, pregnancy spots, and supraorbital spots due to liver and kidney deficiency and qi-blood imbalance. Experimental studies have shown that the Two-Reach Herbal Formula can stimulate fibroblast activity, increase hydroxyproline levels, and boost collagen synthesis, thereby helping restore skin elasticity in aged mice. This suggests that it may slow down skin aging[3]. Gao Huiqin et al.[4–5] observed that the facial beauty and melasma treatment granules—Ligustrum lucidum, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Ligusticum chuanxiong, Angelica sinensis—can enhance superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity in the body, preventing damage caused by free radicals and their metabolites, MDA, thus offering anti-aging, skin-nourishing, melasma-treating, and whitening benefits. Liver and kidney deficiency are the primary causes of this condition, and when...

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Angelica sinensis, White Peony, and Ligusticum chuanxiong nourish the blood and nourish the liver; Rehmannia glutinosa and Eucommia ulmoides nourish yin and tonify the kidney, addressing the root cause[6–7]. Activating blood circulation and resolving blood stasis, treating both liver and kidney simultaneously—this approach addresses internal imbalances to eliminate external spots, representing a fundamental treatment strategy. For those with liver qi stagnation, spleen deficiency with dampness accumulation, or qi stagnation with blood stasis, the principles of regulating liver qi and activating blood circulation, clearing heat and eliminating dampness, and regulating qi to resolve blood stasis should be followed as therapeutic guidelines[8]. Experiments on melanoma cells cultured in vitro using Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction showed an inhibitory effect on melanin production, while also promoting the development of the pituitary gland and adrenal cortex systems, regulating endocrine function, and enhancing immune function[9–10]. In addition to internal herbal remedies to regulate qi and blood in the treatment of melasma, combining traditional Chinese medicine with cosmetic skincare products—such as facial masks—can address both internal and external factors, correcting endocrine dysfunction, thereby achieving a comprehensive treatment that addresses both the root cause and the symptoms. Furthermore, during treatment, it is important to strengthen self-care practices, maintain a positive mindset, avoid spicy foods, limit sexual activity, and ensure that these measures contribute to the recovery of dark spots.

References

[1] Committee on Pigmentary Disorders, Chinese Association of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine, Chinese Society of Dermatology and Venereology. Clinical Diagnosis and Efficacy Criteria for Melasma – Revised Version 2003[J]. Chinese Journal of Dermatology, 2009, 37(7):440.

[2] Li Yueqing. Chinese Surgical Medicine[M]. Beijing: China Traditional Chinese Medicine Press, 2007:189.

[3] Ding Yuqin, Ma Fengqiao, Shang Xiyu. Antioxidant Effects of Erzhi Wan on Skin Tissue in Aging Mice Induced by D-Galactose[J]. Chinese Clinical Rehabilitation, 2006, 19(10):141–143.

[4] Gao Huiqin, Wu Guotai, Chu Huiyuan et al. Effects of Facial Beauty and Melasma Granules on Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) Activity and Malondialdehyde (MDA) Levels in Mouse Liver[J]. Journal of Gansu College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2002, 19(4):12–13.

[5] Hao Fenyun. Clinical Observation on the Efficacy of Self-Prepared Xiaoban Yangyan Decoction in Treating Melasma – 114 Cases[J]. Sichuan Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 28(9):91–92.

[6] Huang Ningshen, Zhang Shanghua. Clinical Observation on the Use of Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction with Modifications in the Treatment of Melasma – 51 Cases[J]. New Chinese Medicine, 2009, 41(3):35–36.

[7] Zheng Caihui, Yang Xiaona, Li Yanling. Treatment of Melasma with Taohong Siwu Tang Combined with Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction[J]. Chinese Journal of Experimental Formulation Science, 2012, 18(02):55–58.

[8] Li Xiaohong. Clinical Observation on the Efficacy of Chinese Herbal Medicine in Treating Melasma – 105 Cases[J]. Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2003, 20(01):45–46.

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[10] Deng Yan. Clinical Observation on the Use of Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction Combined with Yurong San in the Treatment of Melasma – 50 Cases[J]. New Chinese Medicine, 2008, 03:45–46.

[11] Chen Fang, Min Zhongsheng. Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatments for Melasma[J]. Western Chinese Medicine, 2012, 25(3):100–102.

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Chapter Eleven: Skin Diseases A Study on Traditional Chinese Medicine Nursing Care for Skin Allergic Reactions Using Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment Qiu Yumei

[Abstract] Objective: To observe the clinical efficacy of Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment in treating skin allergic reactions. Methods: A randomized digital table method was used to divide 197 patients with skin allergies into a treatment group of 99 cases and a control group of 98 cases. The treatment group received topical application of Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment, while the control group used Dermatopil treatment. Results: The total effective rates in the treatment group and the control group were 100% and 90.81%, respectively, with a statistically significant difference between the two groups (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment demonstrates remarkable clinical efficacy in treating skin allergic reactions.

[Keywords] Skin; Allergy; Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy; Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment Document Identification Code: A; Article Number: 1004–2725(2014)06–0476–02 Skin allergy is a common manifestation of heightened reactivity in the skin and mucous membranes toward certain substances, occurring in people of any age. Statistics indicate that 20% of individuals experience skin allergies, highlighting the high incidence rate. Today, with the worsening of environmental pollution and the increased use of various additives, the incidence of skin allergies continues to rise. The prominent symptoms of skin allergy include skin itching, wheals, redness and swelling, as well as the appearance of erythema, papules, scales, even vesicles, exudation, and crusting. Skin allergies can cause significant physical and psychological harm to sufferers, and what makes them even more distressing is their recurrent nature[1], making them difficult to cure. Many patients seek quick relief after experiencing skin allergies, but when traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine is used improperly, allergic reactions can become ineffective—or even worse—thereby severely impacting patients’ physical and mental health and quality of life.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume II and other aspects. This study applied Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment to treat 99 cases of skin allergies, and through comparison, the clinical efficacy was confirmed. I. Materials and Methods (1) General Information: Treatment From February 2012 to December 2013, 197 patients visited the Outpatient Department of Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. The treatment group consisted of 99 cases, with an average disease duration of (3.06 ± 0.82) years, including 56 males and 43 females, with an average age of (22.02 ± 3.12) years. The control group included 98 cases, with an average disease duration of (3.18 ± 1.03) years, comprising 54 males and 44 females, with an average age of (20.02 ± 2.36) years. There were no significant differences in disease duration, gender, or age between the two groups (p > 0.05), indicating comparability. (2) Diagnostic Criteria Clinically, the most prominent symptoms of skin allergy include skin itching, wheals, redness and swelling, as well as the appearance of erythema, papules, scales, and even vesicles, exudation, and crusting. These conditions are characterized by recurrent episodes and are often difficult to cure. (3) Inclusion Criteria ① No restrictions on age or gender, and participants were voluntary subjects; ② No systemic diseases; ③ Participants had not taken systemic antihistamine medications within the previous 4 weeks; ④ Participants had not used any local medications within 2 weeks prior to the trial. (4) Exclusion Criteria ① Patients with follicular papules, blackheads, pustules, nodules, cysts, or scars, accompanied by seborrhea, or other skin conditions that could affect observation results; ② Patients with intestinal inflammation, ulcerative colitis, or chronic diarrhea; ③ Patients with liver, kidney, or blood disorders; ④ Patients with open wounds or severe erosions in the affected areas; ⑤ Patients who were unable to cooperate well with the trial plan. (5) Treatment Methods

1. Treatment Group: The treatment group used an appropriate amount of Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment to apply to areas affected by skin allergies. Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment is a clinical formula developed by Professor Pei Zhengxue, a renowned expert in integrated traditional and Western medicine in China. Its ingredients and usage are as follows: 10 parts each of white tara, white moss, groundsel, phellodendron, and coptis, plus 5 parts each of black snake and cicada, and 2 parts of alum. All ingredients were finely ground and mixed with honey to form a medicinal ointment, which was applied to the affected areas before bedtime. The treatment was administered five times daily, except for the mouth and eyes, which were kept away from the ointment. Typically, a course of treatment lasted 4 weeks.
2. Control Group: The control group used a compound dexamethasone acetate ointment (Dermatopil) for comparison, applying it locally to the affected areas three to five times daily, again avoiding contact with the mouth or eyes, with a treatment course lasting 4 weeks. (6) Efficacy Observation
3. Observation Methods: The primary focus was on observing and recording the efficacy of the two groups in terms of skin allergic reactions at days 7, 14, and 28 before and after treatment, assessing the total effective rate and comparing differences between the two groups. Based on patients’ subjective symptoms and physical signs—such as itching as a symptom and erythema, papules, exudation, erosion, infiltration, or lichenification, and keratotic scaling as physical signs[2]—the efficacy was evaluated.
4. Efficacy Criteria: Generally, efficacy was assessed starting at the end of the fourth week of treatment, primarily based on the percentage reduction in the total number of skin lesions before and after treatment. Cure: A skin lesion resolution rate greater than 95%; Remarkable Effect: A skin lesion resolution rate greater than 70%; Effective: A skin lesion resolution rate greater than 50%; Ineffective: A skin lesion resolution rate less than 50%, or even an increase in lesion severity[2]. II. Results After a 4-week treatment course, both groups showed significant efficacy. The total effective rate in the treatment group was 100%, significantly higher than the control group’s 84.69% (p < 0.05), as shown in Table 1. Both groups were followed up for 30 cases, and it was found that the control group had a recurrence rate of 62.4%, whereas no recurrences were observed in the treatment group. Table 1: Comparison of Treatment Outcomes and Efficacy Between the Two Groups

Group | > n | > Cure | > Remarkable Effect | > Remarkable Effect | > Effective | > Total Effective Rate | | | | | | > | | | | | | > (%) Treatment Group | > 99 | > 42 | > 36 | > 21 | > 0 | > 100 Control Group | > 98 | > 35 | > 27 | > 21 | > 15 | > 84.69 257

Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume II III. Discussion

Skin allergy is a common manifestation of heightened reactivity in the skin and mucous membranes toward certain substances, occurring in people of any age. Its recurring nature and difficulty to cure make it a challenging condition for many patients. Many patients seek quick relief after experiencing skin allergies, but when traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine is used improperly, allergic reactions can become ineffective—even worse—severely impacting patients’ physical and mental health and quality of life. The prominent symptoms of skin allergy include skin itching, wheals, redness and swelling, as well as the appearance of erythema, papules, scales, and even vesicles, exudation, and crusting, which align with the TCM characteristics of “wind,” “dampness,” and “heat.” Traditional Chinese Medicine has historically focused on dispelling wind, eliminating dampness, and clearing heat, with both oral and topical medications being effective—particularly for recurrent cases, where the efficacy surpasses that of purely Western medical treatments. The formula is non-toxic, does not easily lead to drug resistance, and can help regulate patients’ allergic constitution[3]. Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment is a clinical formula developed by Professor Pei Zhengxue, a renowned expert in integrated traditional and Western medicine in China. Its composition and usage are as follows: 10 parts each of white tara, white moss, groundsel, phellodendron, and coptis, plus 5 parts each of black snake and cicada, and 2 parts of alum. All ingredients were finely ground and mixed with honey to form a medicinal ointment, which was applied to the affected areas before bedtime. White tara and white moss, with their white color, enter the lungs to dispel wind and clear the lungs; phellodendron and coptis, with their bitter and cold properties, clear heat, eliminate dampness, and detoxify; alum acts as a constrictor, helping to eliminate dampness; black snake, cicada, and groundsel dispel wind and relieve itching. Together, these herbs work synergistically to dispel wind and eliminate dampness. Through years of clinical experience, Professor Pei Zhengxue found that this ointment is highly effective in treating skin allergic reactions. To effectively address patients’ skin allergic reactions and help them no longer suffer from various skin concerns, while also providing objective clinical evidence for research and application of Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment, this study was initiated[4]. Regarding the use of traditional Chinese medicine formulations, oral Chinese medicines are mainly in powder, pill, or decoction forms; powders and pills take longer to take effect, while decoctions require time to brew and are inconvenient to take, and long-term use can harm the stomach. Topical Chinese medicines are mainly in wet compresses or ointments, but wet compresses require frequent changes, while ointments are relatively simple to apply and easy to carry, directly targeting the affected areas, providing quick effects and long-lasting efficacy. Therefore, ointments are the preferred formulation for treating skin allergic reactions[5]. In conclusion, for skin allergic reactions, Western medicine alone is often ineffective, especially for recurrent cases, and long-term use of hormones comes with numerous side effects. Therefore, combined with safe and effective traditional Chinese medicine treatments is recommended. Traditional Chinese Medicine primarily uses dispelling wind, eliminating dampness, and clearing heat as its main therapeutic approaches, but without rushing the process—formulations should prioritize ointments.[6]

References [1] Chen Yufang. Treatment of Facial Skin Allergies with Xiao Feng San Combined with Wu Wei Du Xiao Yin Decoction – 66 Cases[J]. Jilin Medicine, 2010, 31(4):500–501.

[2] Zhang Xuejun. Dermatology. 8th Edition[M]. Beijing: People’s Health Publishing House, 2013.

[3] Geng Hui, Guo Lihuan, Zhang Yahui. Case of Sodium Phenobarbital Allergy[J]. Chinese Practical Rural Doctors Magazine, 2008, 7(15):33.

[4] Lu Tao, Liu Jiyong. Analysis of 412 Cases of Drug-Induced Skin Allergic Reactions and Their Management[J]. Practical Drugs and Clinical, 2011, 14(5):412–413.

[5] Mao Guangbo, Zhang Lu. Rare Adverse Reactions to Anti-Epileptic Medications[J]. Modern Chinese-Western Medicine Journal, 2008, 17(5):508

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume II Chapter Twelve: Gynecological Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Menorrhagia Peng Yanyan “Menorrhagia” refers to excessive or sudden bleeding during menstruation, either resulting in a collapse of the body or a leak of blood. The former is described as “bleeding that seems to break the heavens and earth,” known as “bleeding syndrome”; the latter is likened to a house collapsing or a leaky roof, referred to as “leaking syndrome.” According to “Jisheng Fang,” “menorrhagia originates from a single condition—mild cases are called ‘leaking discharge,’ while severe cases are known as ‘bleeding syndrome.’” In modern medicine, vaginal bleeding caused by menstrual irregularities, pelvic inflammatory disease, gynecological tumors, and other conditions all fall under the category of “menorrhagia.”

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Input: CHEN, female, 38 years old, presented with facial dark spots for six months accompanied by menstrual irregularities. The patient has experienced a delayed menstrual cycle over the past six months, with progressively lighter menstrual flow, irritability, restlessness, insomnia with frequent dreams, hair loss, dry mouth, and increasing brown spots on both sides of the nasal wings, as well as darkened skin on the face, along with acne on the forehead and cheeks. Her urine is yellow and cloudy, her stools are dry and hard, her tongue is red with little coating, and her pulse is fine and rapid. Diagnosis: melasma and acne. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis: Liver and Kidney Yin Deficiency, Stomach Dryness and Fluid Deficiency. Treatment principle: Nourish the Liver and Kidneys, promote bowel movement to clear heat. Prescription: A modified Melasma and Facial Beauty Decoction, with additions and subtractions: Angelica sinensis 10g, White Peony 10g, Rehmannia root 12g, Ligusticum chuanxiong 10g, Eucommia bark 10g, Goji berries 10g, Cistanche deserticola 10g, Lycium barbarum 15g, Polygonum cuspidatum 15g, Cortex Phellodendri 6g, Gardenia fruit 10g, Cyperus rotundus 10g, Motherwort 20g, Dandelion 15g, Curcuma longa 10g, Ziziphus jujuba seeds 10g, Rheum palmatum 10g (added later), Gypsum 30g, Gardenia fruit 10g. The formula is decocted in water and taken once daily, for a total of 14 doses.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume II Second Consultation: After taking the medication, bowel movements became regular, dry mouth improved, facial skin was less dry, acne showed a reddish hue, menstruation had not yet arrived, the tongue was red with petechiae at the edges, and the pulse was fine and sluggish. The condition was characterized by deficiency of the Chong and Ren channels, and stagnation of Qi and blood accumulation. In the original formula, the amount of Rheum palmatum was reduced to 6g, and 10g of Peach Kernel and 6g of Saffron were added; the treatment continued for another 7 doses. After more than three months of continuous use of the above formula, the facial dark spots and acne disappeared, the skin regained a rosy hue, menstruation returned, sleep became deeper, and all symptoms were fully resolved. Follow-up visits revealed no recurrence for one year. Four. Reflections Melasma is characterized by dark spots on the face, often caused by endocrine disorders. It is commonly seen during pregnancy, lactation, and menopause in women, with its onset closely related to the decline of estrogen levels. Melasma often coexists with gynecological inflammation and menstrual irregularities. Traditional Chinese Medicine has demonstrated superior efficacy in treating this condition compared to Western medicine. Melasma falls under the categories of "liver spots," "liver dark spots," or "pregnancy spots" in TCM. TCM believes that this condition is closely linked to the liver, spleen, and kidney, with the primary pathological mechanism being the failure of qi and blood to ascend to the face[2]. The overall characteristic of this disease is that it involves both deficiency and excess: deficiency of the liver and kidneys, leading to insufficient qi and blood; excess of qi stagnation and blood stasis, resulting in the accumulation of toxic substances. Professor Pei Zhengxue proposed a treatment approach that focuses on nourishing the liver and kidneys, nourishing blood while dispelling stasis, clearing heat and detoxifying, thereby addressing both deficiency and excess simultaneously. The formula used is the Melasma and Facial Beauty Decoction, where Angelica sinensis replenishes and nourishes blood; Ligusticum chuanxiong is pungent, warm, and soothing, acting as a qi-regulating herb in the blood, nourishing blood while promoting circulation; Rehmannia root enters the kidneys to nourish yin and tonify the kidneys; White Peony enters the liver to gather yin and nourish blood. The four herbs—four substances—work together to nourish and regulate blood, serving as the chief herbs; Eucommia bark is sour and warm, nourishing the kidneys and benefiting the liver; Chinese Yam nourishes the kidneys and strengthens the spleen; combined with Cistanche deserticola, Dodder seed, and Goji berries, these herbs nourish yin and tonify the kidneys, serving as secondary herbs; Lycium barbarum and Polygonum cuspidatum are the two “Two-Reach” herbs, balancing yin and yang, gently nourishing the liver and kidneys; Curcuma longa and Bupleurum chinense help to regulate qi and resolve stagnation, serving as auxiliary herbs; Motherwort promotes blood circulation and regulates menstruation, aiding in diuresis and reducing swelling. Dandelion clears heat and detoxifies, serving as the guiding herb. Together, these herbs work synergistically to nourish the liver and kidneys, harmonize qi and blood, and achieve the effects of removing dark spots and nourishing the face. This formula is composed of the Four Substances Decoction and the Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction, adapted for treating melasma, freckles, pregnancy spots, and supraorbital spots due to liver and kidney deficiency and disharmony of qi and blood. Experimental studies have shown that the Two-Reach herbs can stimulate fibroblast activity, increase the level of hydroxyproline, and boost collagen synthesis, thereby helping to restore skin elasticity in aged mice. These findings suggest that they may slow down skin aging[3]. Gao Huiqin et al.[4–5] observed that the facial beauty and spot-reducing granules (Lycium barbarum, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Ligusticum chuanxiong, Angelica sinensis) could enhance superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity in the body, preventing damage caused by free radicals and their metabolites, MDA, thus offering anti-aging benefits, nourishing the face, reducing spots, and achieving a whitening effect. Liver and kidney deficiency is the primary cause of this condition, and when…

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Angelica sinensis, White Peony, and Ligusticum chuanxiong nourish the blood and nourish the liver; Rehmannia root and Eucommia bark nourish yin and tonify the kidneys, addressing the root cause[6–7]. Activating blood and dispelling stasis, treating both the liver and kidneys together—this approach addresses internal imbalances to eliminate external spots, representing a fundamental treatment strategy. For those with liver qi stagnation, spleen deficiency with dampness accumulation, or qi stagnation with blood stasis, the principles of regulating liver qi and activating blood, clearing heat and eliminating dampness, and regulating qi to resolve stasis should be applied as therapeutic guidelines[8]. Experiments have shown that the Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction has an inhibitory effect on melanin-producing cells in vitro, and it can also promote the development of the pituitary gland and adrenal cortex systems, regulate endocrine function, and enhance immune function[9–10]. In addition to internal herbal treatments to regulate qi and blood in the treatment of melasma, combining traditional Chinese medicine with cosmetic skincare products—such as facial masks—can address both internal and external factors, correcting endocrine dysfunction, thereby achieving a comprehensive treatment that addresses both deficiency and excess. Furthermore, during treatment, it is important to strengthen self-care practices, maintain a positive mindset, avoid spicy foods, limit sexual activity, which can aid in the recovery of dark spots.

References

[1] Committee on Pigment Disorders, Dermatovenereology Branch, Chinese Association of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine. Clinical Diagnostic Criteria and Therapeutic Standards for Melasma – Revised Version 2003[J]. Chinese Journal of Dermatology, 2009, 37(7):440.

[2] Li Yueqing. Chinese Surgical Medicine[M]. Beijing: China Traditional Chinese Medicine Press, 2007:189.

[3] Ding Yuqin, Ma Fengqiao, Shang Xiyu. Antioxidant Effects of Erzhi Wan on Skin Tissue in Aging Mice Induced by D-Galactose[J]. Chinese Clinical Rehabilitation, 2006, 19(10):141–143.

[4] Gao Huiqin, Wu Guotai, Chu Huiyuan et al. Effects of Facial Beauty and Spot-Reducing Granules on Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) Activity and Malondialdehyde (MDA) Levels in Mouse Liver[J]. Journal of Gansu College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2002, 19(4):12–13.

[5] Hao Fenyun. Clinical Observation on the Efficacy of Self-Prepared Xiaoban Yangyan Decoction in Treating Melasma – 114 Cases[J]. Sichuan Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 28(9):91–92.

[6] Huang Ningshen, Zhang Shanghua. Clinical Observation on the Use of Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction with Modifications in the Treatment of Melasma – 51 Cases[J]. New Chinese Medicine, 2009, 41(3):35–36.

[7] Zheng Caihui, Yang Xiaona, Li Yanling. Treatment of Melasma with Taohong Siwu Decoction Combined with Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction[J]. Chinese Journal of Experimental Pharmaceutical Science, 2012, 18(02):55–58.

[8] Li Xiaohong. Clinical Observation on the Efficacy of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Melasma – 105 Cases[J]. Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2003, 20(01):45–46.

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[10] Deng Yan. Clinical Observation on the Use of Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction Combined with Yurong San in the Treatment of Melasma – 50 Cases[J]. New Chinese Medicine, 2008, 03:45–46.

[11] Chen Fang, Min Zhongsheng. Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatments for Melasma[J]. Western Chinese Medicine, 2012, 25(3):100–102.

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Chapter Eleven: Skin Diseases A Study on Traditional Chinese Medicine Nursing Care for Skin Allergic Reactions Using Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment Qiu Yumei

[Abstract] Objective: To observe the clinical efficacy of Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment in treating skin allergic reactions. Methods: A randomized digital table method was used to divide 197 patients with skin allergies into a treatment group of 99 cases and a control group of 98 cases. The treatment group received topical application of Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment, while the control group used dermatitis flat for topical application. Results: The total effective rates in the treatment group and the control group were 100% and 90.81%, respectively. There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment demonstrates remarkable clinical efficacy in treating skin allergic reactions.

[Keywords] Skin; Allergy; Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapy; Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment Document Identification Code: A; Article Number: 1004–2725(2014)06-0476-02 Skin allergy is a common manifestation of high reactivity in the skin and mucous membranes toward certain substances, occurring in people of any age. Statistics indicate that 20% of individuals experience skin allergies, highlighting the high incidence rate. Today, with the worsening of environmental pollution and the increased use of various additives, the incidence of skin allergies continues to rise. The prominent symptoms of skin allergy include skin itching, wheals, redness and swelling, as well as the appearance of erythema, papules, scales, even vesicles, exudation, and crusting. Skin allergies can cause significant physical and psychological harm to sufferers, and what makes them even more distressing is their recurrent nature[1], making them difficult to cure. Many patients rush to treat skin allergies, but when traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine is used improperly, allergic reactions can become ineffective or even worse, severely impacting patients’ physical and mental health and quality of life.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume II and other aspects. This study applied Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment to treat 99 cases of skin allergies, and through comparison, the clinical efficacy was confirmed. I. Materials and Methods (1) General Data: Treatment From February 2012 to December 2013, 197 patients visited the outpatient clinic at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. The treatment group consisted of 99 cases, with an average disease duration of (3.06 ± 0.82) years, including 56 males and 43 females, with an average age of (22.02 ± 3.12) years. The control group included 98 cases, with an average disease duration of (3.18 ± 1.03) years, comprising 54 males and 44 females, with an average age of (20.02 ± 2.36) years. There were no significant differences in disease duration, gender, or age between the two groups (p > 0.05), indicating comparability. (2) Diagnostic Criteria Clinically, the prominent symptoms of skin allergy include skin itching, wheals, redness and swelling, as well as the appearance of erythema, papules, scales, and even vesicles, exudation, and crusting. These conditions are characterized by recurrent episodes and are difficult to cure. (3) Inclusion Criteria ① Age and gender are unrestricted, and participants voluntarily agreed to participate; ② No systemic diseases were present; ③ Patients had not taken systemic antihistamine medications within 4 weeks prior to treatment; ④ Local application of any medications was avoided for 2 weeks before the trial. (4) Exclusion Criteria ① Patients with follicular papules, blackheads, pustules, nodules, cysts, or scars, accompanied by seborrhea, or other skin conditions that might affect observation results; ② Patients with intestinal diseases such as colitis, ulcerative colitis, or chronic diarrhea; ③ Patients with liver, kidney, or blood disorders; ④ Patients with open wounds or severe erosions in the affected areas; ⑤ Patients who were unable to cooperate well with the trial plan. (5) Treatment Methods

1. Treatment Group: A suitable amount of Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment was applied topically to the areas affected by skin allergies. Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment is a clinical formula developed by Professor Pei Zhengxue, a renowned expert in integrated traditional and Western medicine in China. Its ingredients and usage are as follows: 10 parts each of white tara, white moss, groundsel, phellodendron, and coptis, plus 5 parts each of black snake and cicada shell, and 2 parts of alum. All ingredients were finely ground and mixed with honey to form a topical ointment. The ointment was applied to the affected areas before bedtime, 5 times daily, except for the mouth and eyes, which were kept away from the ointment. Typically, a course of treatment lasted 4 weeks.
2. Control Group: A compound of dexamethasone acetate (Dermatitis Flat) was applied topically to the affected areas. The ointment was applied 3–5 times daily, but the mouth and eyes were kept away from the ointment, and a course of treatment typically lasted 4 weeks. (6) Efficacy Observation
3. Observation Methods: The efficacy of both groups was primarily observed and recorded on days 7, 14, and 28 after treatment, with the total effective rate and comparisons between the two groups. Based on the patients’ subjective symptoms and physical signs—symptoms included itching; physical signs included erythema, papules, exudation, erosion, infiltration, or lichenification, and scaling—[2].
4. Efficacy Criteria: Efficacy was generally evaluated starting at the end of the 4th week of treatment, mainly based on the percentage reduction in the total number of skin lesions before and after treatment. Cure: Skin lesions decreased by >95%; Remarkable Effect: Skin lesions decreased by >70%; Effective: Skin lesions decreased by >50%; Ineffective: Skin lesions decreased by <50%, or even worsened in some cases.[2] II. Results After a 4-week treatment course, both groups showed significant efficacy. The total effective rate in the treatment group was 100%, significantly higher than the control group’s 84.69% (p < 0.05), as shown in Table 1. Both groups were followed up for 30 cases, and it was found that the control group had a recurrence rate of 62.4%, whereas the treatment group showed no recurrences. Table 1: Comparison of Treatment Outcomes and Efficacy Between the Two Groups

Group | > n | > Cure | > Remarkable Effect | > Remarkable Effect | > Effective | > Total Effective Rate | | | | | | > | | | | | | > (%) Treatment Group | > 99 | > 42 | > 36 | > 21 | > 0 | > 100 Control Group | > 98 | > 35 | > 27 | > 21 | > 15 | > 84.69 257

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Skin allergy is a common manifestation of high reactivity in the skin and mucous membranes toward certain substances, occurring in people of any age. Its recurring nature makes it difficult to cure. Many patients rush to treat skin allergies, but when traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine is used improperly, allergic reactions can become ineffective or even worse, severely impacting patients’ physical and mental health and quality of life. The prominent symptoms of skin allergy include skin itching, wheals, redness and swelling, as well as the appearance of erythema, papules, scales, and even vesicles, exudation, and crusting—characteristic of TCM’s “wind,” “dampness,” and “heat.” Traditional Chinese Medicine has historically focused on dispelling wind, eliminating dampness, and clearing heat, using both oral and topical medications, with good efficacy, especially for recurrent cases, where the effects are superior to those of purely Western medical treatments. The formulas are non-toxic, do not easily lead to drug resistance, and can help regulate patients’ allergic constitution[3]. Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment is a clinical formula developed by Professor Pei Zhengxue, a renowned expert in integrated traditional and Western medicine in China. Its composition and usage are as follows: 10 parts each of white tara, white moss, groundsel, phellodendron, and coptis, plus 5 parts each of black snake and cicada shell, and 2 parts of alum. All ingredients were finely ground and mixed with honey to form a topical ointment, applied to the affected areas before bedtime. White tara and white moss, with their white color, enter the lungs to dispel wind and clear the lungs; phellodendron and coptis, with their bitter and cold properties, clear heat, eliminate dampness, and detoxify; alum acts as a constrictor, helping to eliminate dampness; black snake, cicada shell, and groundsel dispel wind and relieve itching. Together, these herbs work synergistically to dispel wind and eliminate dampness. Through years of clinical experience, Professor Pei Zhengxue found that this ointment is highly effective in treating skin allergic reactions. To effectively address patients’ skin allergic reactions and help them no longer suffer from various skin concerns, while also providing objective clinical evidence for research and application of Pei’s Yellow and White Dampness-Removing Ointment, this study was initiated[4]. Regarding the use of traditional Chinese medicine formulations, oral medications are mainly in powder, pill, or decoction forms; powders and pills take longer to take effect, while decoctions require time to brew and are inconvenient to take, and long-term use can harm the stomach. Topical medications are mainly in wet compresses or ointments, but wet compresses require frequent changes, while ointments are relatively simple to apply, easy to carry, and directly target the affected areas, providing quick relief and lasting efficacy. Therefore, ointments are the preferred formulation for treating skin allergic reactions[5]. In conclusion, for skin allergic reactions, Western medicine alone is often ineffective, especially for recurrent cases, and long-term use of hormones comes with numerous side effects. Therefore, it is advisable to combine safe and effective traditional Chinese medicine treatments. Traditional Chinese Medicine primarily uses dispelling wind, eliminating dampness, and clearing heat as its main therapeutic approaches, but it should not be applied too hastily; ointments should be the primary formulation.\

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume II Chapter Twelve: Gynecological Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Menorrhagia Peng Yanyan “Menorrhagia” refers to excessive or sudden bleeding during menstruation, either causing the entire body to feel like it’s collapsing or leaking out continuously. The former is described as “tian beng di tā,” meaning “falling apart”; the latter is likened to a leaky roof, indicating “leakage.” According to “Jisheng Fang,” “Menorrhagia originates from a single syndrome—mild cases are called ‘leakage,’ while severe cases are referred to as ‘menstrual collapse.’” In modern medicine, vaginal bleeding caused by menstrual irregularities, pelvic inflammatory disease, gynecological tumors, and other conditions all fall under the category of “menorrhagia.”

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Stasis-related conditions are commonly seen in Western medicine, including ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, endometrial hyperplasia, cervical cancer, and other similar conditions; blood heat-induced bleeding is similar to the conditions described in Western medicine, such as adnexitis, including vaginitis, cervical erosion, and pelvic inflammatory disease.

For cases characterized by blood heat and excessive bleeding, one can refer to the corresponding syndrome differentiation and treatment principles, addressing the underlying disease; similarly, qi deficiency leading to inability to control blood shares similarities with functional uterine bleeding in Western medicine. Old Pei would often integrate traditional Chinese medicine’s syndrome differentiation principles with Western medical diagnostic criteria, conducting syndrome-based diagnosis and treatment tailored to each case. Old Pei emphasized that diagnosis and treatment of this condition must be based on patient history, clinical symptoms, and relevant auxiliary examinations.

When accompanied by lower abdominal pain, increased menstrual flow, menstrual color ranging from red to dark, or even with blood clots, and a tongue body that is either pale or purple, Old Pei would primarily use Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan to activate blood circulation, resolve stasis, and stop bleeding. If there are numerous blood clots, he would add Tao Ren and Hong Hua; for heavy bleeding that does not stop, he would add Sheng Long Mu, Wu Che Gu, A Jiao, and Ai Ye. For patients whose ultrasound shows benign lesions, he would add San Ling, E Zhu, Hai Cao, Kun Bu, Han San Qi, and Shui Zhi. If menstruation occurs several days earlier than usual, with heavy flow and a red color, or if the bleeding persists without stopping, along with hot palms and soles, a red tongue with yellow coating, and a floating, rapid pulse, Old Pei would use Dang Pi, Di Gu Pi, Sheng Di, Yuan Shen, Mai Dong, Bai Shao as the main formula, adding Er Miao San if there is excessive vaginal discharge and yellowish color. If constipation is present, he would add Da Huang and Zhi Shi. For external genital itching, he could adjust the formula by adding Er Hua, Lian Qiao, Gong Ying, Bai Jiang, Ku Shen, and Huang Bo as appropriate. When menstrual flow is heavy, the color is pale and the consistency is thin, accompanied by significant fatigue, dizziness, and anemia-like symptoms, indicating a condition of spleen qi deficiency leading to blood uncontrol, Old Pei would primarily use Gui Pi Tang to strengthen the spleen, benefit qi, and stop bleeding. If the patient experiences palpitations and excessive sweating, he would increase the dosage of Ren Shen and Huang Qi, adding Bai Shao and Dang Gui to nourish blood. Given the complex and varied presentations of patients with menorrhagia, the three syndromes—qi deficiency, blood heat, and meridian stasis—often appear alternately or simultaneously. In treatment, it is crucial to avoid confusing priorities and failing to distinguish between the root cause and the symptoms. At the same time, it is essential to consider various auxiliary examinations; menstrual irregularities, pelvic inflammatory disease, and benign gynecological tumors can all be treated using the strengths of traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. However, when encountering cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, or incomplete miscarriages, it is imperative to combine these treatments with Western medical approaches to prevent delays in diagnosis and misdiagnosis or mistreatment. Old Pei once said, “Water that does not rot will not become stagnant; a pivot that does not wear out will not break.” When treating menorrhagia, it is crucial not to rely solely on hemostatic methods. Using such methods may lead to retained blood in the uterus, and even if bleeding is temporarily stopped, long-term complications may arise due to….

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Chapter Twelve: Gynecological Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience in Treating Pelvic Blood Stasis Syndrome Zhan Wenguo, Pei Zhengxue [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue analyzed and understood pelvic blood stasis syndrome from both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine perspectives, believing that qi deficiency and blood stasis, kidney deficiency and blood stasis, and qi stagnation and blood stasis, as well as liver-kidney deficiency, constitute the fundamental pathogenic mechanisms of this condition. He proposed that activating blood circulation, resolving blood stasis, clearing heat and detoxifying, and regulating Chong and Ren meridians are the three core therapeutic principles for treating this condition. Professor Pei frequently used formulas like Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, Dang Gui Shao Yao San, Shaobu Zhu Yu Tang, and Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan, adjusting them according to specific clinical circumstances to achieve satisfactory therapeutic results. [Keywords] Pelvic Blood Stasis Syndrome; Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome Differentiation; Clinical Experience; Pei Zhengxue

Professor Pei Zhengxue, a renowned expert in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, has been engaged in clinical practice for more than 50 years, achieving remarkable therapeutic outcomes in gynecological diseases, particularly for women suffering from menstrual irregularities and pelvic blood stasis syndrome. He advocated for treating this condition by focusing on blood stasis, while also considering the spleen and kidneys, protecting qi and blood, employing syndrome differentiation and treatment principles, and formulating prescriptions with precision—all of which have yielded significant therapeutic benefits. I had the privilege of observing his clinical practice and learning from him, gaining invaluable insights. Here, I share his clinical experience in treating pelvic blood stasis syndrome, hoping to serve as a reference for colleagues.

I. Professor Pei’s Understanding of This Condition Pelvic blood stasis syndrome refers to a clinical syndrome in women of childbearing age caused by blood stasis in the pelvic region, characterized primarily by chronic lower abdominal pain. Old Pei noted that the pain exhibits three distinct features: pain during normal times, pain during menstruation, and pain during sexual intercourse. Additionally, patients may experience vaginal discharge and excessive menstrual flow. Although the veins in a woman’s pelvis run alongside the arteries, they are interconnected by numerous anastomotic branches, forming a vast pelvic venous network. As the pelvic veins lack valves, they cannot effectively prevent backflow of blood, making blood stasis very likely to form. Furthermore, the onset of this condition is often related to women’s work posture, the backward movement of the uterus, frequent pregnancies, and excessive sexual activity. Some patients also experience breast fullness and tenderness before menstruation, pain during bowel movements, and a sensation of heaviness in the vagina and anus—pain that tends to worsen over time, becoming more pronounced with prolonged sitting. Some patients report general discomfort, including soreness and discomfort throughout the body, irritability, easy anger, and emotional depression. Abdominal examination reveals mild tenderness above the pubic symphysis and on both sides of the lower abdomen; the pain is often dull and aching, with no muscle tension or rebound tenderness. Old Pei considered this condition to be a common and frequently occurring disorder. Old Pei believed that pelvic blood stasis is the fundamental pathogenic mechanism of this condition, but the formation of blood stasis can result from qi deficiency and blood stasis, kidney deficiency and blood stasis, or even from chronic illness leading to blood stasis in the channels. Qi deficiency and blood stasis are the primary mechanisms behind this condition, as qi is the commander of blood, and blood is the mother of qi; when qi flows, blood flows, and when qi stagnates, blood stagnates. Women may suffer from external exposure to the six harmful influences or internal injury from the seven emotions, leading to a deficiency of qi in the Chong and Ren meridians. When qi is deficient, it cannot properly transport and transform blood, resulting in blood stasis. Although kidney deficiency and blood stasis are secondary factors contributing to this condition, they remain important factors, as the kidneys are the source of innate essence and the master of pregnancy. Excessive sexual activity leads to a depletion of yin essence, and over time, kidney qi becomes deficient, giving rise to blood stasis. In addition to these pathogenic mechanisms, chronic diseases affecting the five internal organs and six viscera—especially those that persist for a long time—can also trigger Chong and Ren qi imbalances, leading to blood stasis in the pelvic region. Old Pei believed that Western medicine currently lacks ideal treatment options for this condition. II. Professor Pei’s Treatment Approach Based on the commonly used formulas for treating this condition, the formulas were used to diagnose and categorize the syndromes as follows:

1. Qi Deficiency and Blood Stasis Type: Patients experience abdominal pain during menstruation, with a dull, continuous ache that feels better with warmth and pressure. Menstruation is often early, with heavy flow, dark red blood containing blood clots, increased vaginal discharge, and often accompanied by lower back pain and discomfort. Patients may also experience facial pallor, fatigue, and dizziness. Their tongue is pale red with a thin white coating, and their pulse is deep and fine or string-like and fine. Treatment focuses on strengthening the spleen and benefiting qi while activating blood circulation and regulating menstruation. Prescriptions include: Ren Shen Gui Pi Tang and Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, adjusted accordingly.
2. Kidney Deficiency and Blood Stasis Type: Patients experience abdominal pain during menstruation or feel pain in the lower abdomen after exposure to cold. Menstruation is often delayed, with abundant vaginal discharge, often accompanied by chills and cold hands and feet, lower back and knees that feel sore, loose stools, a pale complexion, a red tongue with a thin white coating, and a deep, slow, and rough pulse. Treatment involves warming the meridians, dispersing cold, and activating blood circulation to relieve pain. Prescriptions include: Da Wen Jing Tang and Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, adjusted accordingly.
3. Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis Type: Patients experience lower abdominal pain before or during menstruation, with chest and flank distension, breast tenderness, or the appearance of lumps in the abdomen. They may feel irritable and anxious, with dark red blood or blood clots in their menstrual flow—menstrual flow can be heavy or light. Their tongue is dark red, with a thin yellow or greasy white coating, and their pulse is string-like and fine. Treatment focuses on soothing the liver and regulating qi while activating blood circulation and resolving blood stasis. Prescriptions include: Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang and Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, adjusted accordingly.
4. Liver-Kidney Deficiency and Internal Blood Stasis: Chronic illness leads to blood stasis in the channels, frequent menstrual irregularities, unpredictable periods, even amenorrhea, lower abdominal pain, intramural fibroids or cysts, weight loss and fatigue, skin and nails that appear dull, fever and dizziness, generalized swelling and pain, dry mouth and thirst, lower back pain and leg discomfort, blurred vision, dark red menstrual blood with blood clots, a red and dark tongue with little coating, and a deep, string-like, weak pulse. Treatment focuses on nourishing the liver and kidneys while activating blood circulation and resolving blood stasis. Prescriptions include: Qi Ju Di Huang Tang and Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan, adjusted accordingly.

III. Case Examples

[Example 1] Fan, female, 33 years old. She experienced abdominal pain during menstruation, with persistent, continuous bleeding for half a month, dark red blood containing small blood clots, abundant vaginal discharge, fatigue, palpitations, and dizziness. Three months ago, she underwent surgery for an “Adenomyosis” cyst, and her period returned three days after surgery, continuing without interruption. Her tongue was red, with a thin white coating, and her pulse was weak and fine. Her blood pressure was 80/50 mmHg. Western medical diagnosis: Pelvic Blood Stasis Syndrome, Functional Uterine Bleeding. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosed qi and blood deficiency, with blood stasis obstructing the channels. Treatment involved adjusting the formula with Gui Pi Tang and Li Chong Tang, adjusted accordingly. Prescription composition: Dang Shen 15g, Huang Qi 15g, Wu Bei Zi 10g, Dang Gui 10g, Bai Shao 12g, Chen Zong Tan 15g, Sheng Long Mu 15g, Wu Che Gu 15g, Yuan Hu 10g, Chuan Lian Zi 20g, Pu Huang 10g, and Pu Gong Ying 15g. The formula was decocted and taken as a daily dose, for 7 doses. At the second visit, the bleeding stopped, abdominal pain lessened, the tongue was red with a thin white coating, and the pulse was weak and fine. The original formula was adjusted with Chen Zong Tan added, along with Xiang Fu 6g and Yimu Cao 15g. After 3 months of continued adjustment, her menstrual cycle returned regularly, abdominal pain disappeared, and her condition improved significantly.

[Example 2] Li, female, 38 years old. She experienced abdominal pain during each menstruation, along with nausea and dizziness. Her menstrual cycle was usually irregular, delayed by 10 days, with light flow and dark red blood containing blood clots. She felt lower back pain and coldness, with abundant vaginal discharge, a red tongue with a thin white coating, and a deep, slow pulse. Ultrasound showed thickening of the endometrium and adnexitis. Gynecological examination revealed cervical erosion. Western medical diagnosis: Pelvic Blood Stasis Syndrome. Diagnosis was based on cold congealing in the uterine cavity, with blood stasis obstructing the channels. Treatment involved warming the meridians, dispersing cold, and activating blood circulation and resolving blood stasis. Prescription: Da Wen Jing Tang, adjusted with Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan. Composition: Dang Shen 15g, Wu Zhu Yu 5g, Gui Zhi 10g, A Jiao 10g, Gan Jiang 6g, Dang Gui 10g, Bai Shao 10g, Hong

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Pelvic blood stasis syndrome arises from blood stasis in the pelvic region; blood stasis can lead to infection, and infection can, in turn, cause blood stasis. These two conditions are interdependent and mutually influential. Professor Pei believed that activating blood circulation, clearing heat and detoxifying, and regulating Chong and Ren are the three core therapeutic principles for treating this condition.

(1) Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis From a Western medical perspective, pelvic blood stasis can lead to infection, congestion, edema, and pain. Therefore, activating blood circulation and resolving stasis can improve pelvic blood circulation, help dissipate inflammation, and alleviate pain. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, lower abdominal pain, increased vaginal discharge, lower back pain, and menstrual irregularities are all associated with blood stasis. By activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, blood flow can be normalized, and blood stasis can be dissipated.

(2) Clearing Heat and Detoxifying From a Western medical standpoint, due to the unique characteristics of female reproductive organs—such as the presence of the bladder in front and the uterus and rectum behind, and the influence of bodily excretions—women are prone to gynecological pelvic infections, leading to inflammation, abdominal pain, increased vaginal discharge, lower back pain, and menstrual irregularities. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, damp-heat accumulation and internal toxins are often responsible for blood stasis.

(3) Regulating Chong and Ren From a Western medical perspective, frequent abortions, excessive sexual activity, or overwork can disrupt endocrine function, leading to insufficient estrogen secretion and declining ovarian function, ultimately causing menstrual irregularities and pelvic blood stasis. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, spleen and kidney deficiency, organ dysfunction, and blood stasis in the Chong and Ren meridians are common causes.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience: Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Ovarian Cysts Jie Wangjun Early-stage ovarian cysts often present with no obvious self-reported symptoms; they are typically discovered during gynecological examinations. As the cysts gradually grow larger, patients may experience lower abdominal distension and discomfort, menstrual irregularities, and other symptoms. When the lesion is large and has persisted for a long time, it not only affects a woman’s menstruation, periods, pregnancy, and childbirth, but can also lead to torsion of the cyst stalk, cyst rupture, and secondary infections, severely impacting a woman’s physical and mental health. I. Etiology and Pathogenesis Pei Zhengxue believed that ovarian cysts are often linked to pelvic infections, frequently accompanied by cervical inflammation, adnexitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and menstrual irregularities. Infections can cause epithelial hyperplasia, exudation, and encapsulation, ultimately leading to ovarian cysts. Clinically, this condition often manifests as lower abdominal pain, discomfort in the lower abdomen, increased vaginal discharge, yellowish discharge with an unusual odor, and menstrual disorders; a spherical mass—either cystic or solid—may be palpated on one or both sides of the lower abdomen, with a smooth surface and possibly accompanied by pain during intercourse. If the cysts gradually enlarge to occupy the entire pelvis or abdominal cavity, they may cause compression symptoms such as frequent urination, constipation, and shortness of breath. When the cysts affect hormone secretion, symptoms such as irregular vaginal bleeding may occur; in severe cases, this can lead to infertility. This condition often arises due to a deficiency in the body’s righteous qi, allowing external evils such as wind, cold, dampness, and heat to invade, or it may also be triggered by emotional distress, excessive sexual activity, dietary indiscretion, organ dysfunction, or qi stagnation, leading to the accumulation of visible evils like blood stasis, phlegm, and dampness, which then accumulate in the lower abdomen and gradually build up. Due to the long duration of the disease, the body’s righteous qi becomes weakened, and qi, blood, phlegm, and dampness interact with each other, leading to qi imbalance. Western medical treatment mainly involves antibiotics for infection control, surgical procedures, or ultrasound-guided puncture to aspirate fluid and perform sclerosing therapy—but these methods often lead to recurrence and postoperative complications, and can cause irreversible damage to the ovaries, potentially leading to decreased ovarian reserve function or even premature ovarian failure. Because of these various drawbacks, more and more patients are turning to traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies to treat this condition. II. Treatment Focuses on Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis Pei Zhengxue’s approach to “Golden Classic of the Essentials: Women’s Pregnancy – Conditions and Treatments” states: “Women who have previously suffered from cysts, whose menstruation has not yet ended within three months, and who experience continuous leakage, with fetal movement above the navel—this is a chronic condition… therefore, when blood does not stop, the cause lies in the persistence of the cysts; to treat this condition, Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan is the primary remedy.” He placed great importance on this principle, believing it to be the cornerstone of treating this condition. Thus, whenever he diagnosed and treated ovarian cysts, he never deviated from Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, and his specific experience is as follows. Liver Qi Stagnation Type: There are lumps in the lower abdomen, the masses are not hard and can be pushed around, appearing and disappearing, sometimes rising, sometimes falling, with occasional pain, pain that varies in location, lower abdominal distension, chest tightness, depression, menstrual irregularities, a red tongue with a thin coating, and a deep, string-like pulse. Treatment principle: Soothe the liver, resolve qi stagnation, and move qi to disperse the masses. Prescription: Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan combined with Xiao Yang San, adjusted accordingly.

Blood Stasis Blockage Type: There are lumps in the lower abdomen, the masses are firm and fixed, with pain that is resistant to pressure, dry skin, dry mouth and a desire to drink less, delayed or continuous menstrual cycles, a darkened complexion, a purple-dark tongue, and a thick, dry coating.

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Chapter Twelve: Gynecological Diseases In conclusion, the body’s righteous qi is weak, and qi, blood, phlegm, and dampness interact with each other, leading to qi imbalance. Western medical treatment primarily focuses on antibiotics for infection control, surgical procedures, or ultrasound-guided puncture to aspirate fluid and perform sclerosing therapy—but these methods often lead to recurrence and postoperative complications, and can cause irreversible damage to the ovaries, potentially leading to decreased ovarian reserve function or even premature ovarian failure. Because of these various drawbacks, more and more patients are turning to traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies to treat this condition. Pei Zhengxue’s clinical experience in treating ovarian cysts demonstrates that, regardless of the type of ovarian cyst, he always relied on Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan. His specific experience is as follows: Liver Qi Stagnation Type: Small lumps appear in the lower abdomen, the masses are not hard and can be pushed around, appearing and disappearing, sometimes rising, sometimes falling, with occasional pain, pain that varies in location, lower abdominal distension, chest tightness, depression, menstrual irregularities, a red tongue with a thin coating, and a deep, string-like pulse. Treatment principle: Soothe the liver, resolve qi stagnation, and move qi to disperse the masses. Prescription: Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan combined with Xiao Yang San, adjusted accordingly.

Blood Stasis Blockage Type: Small lumps appear in the lower abdomen, the masses are firm and fixed, with pain that is resistant to pressure, dry skin, dry mouth and a desire to drink less, delayed or continuous menstrual cycles, a darkened complexion, a purple-dark tongue, and a thick, dry coating.

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Input: "Category. When treating menorrhagia, Old Pei adopted an integrated approach combining traditional Chinese medicine with Western medicine: Western medicine diagnoses the condition, while traditional Chinese medicine performs syndrome differentiation, with traditional Chinese medicine as the primary treatment modality, supplemented by Western medicine when necessary." Although the pathogenic mechanisms of "menorrhagia" and "leakage" differ in traditional Chinese medicine, from a Western medical perspective, they are essentially two types of functional uterine bleeding and organic uterine bleeding, respectively. Old Pei believed that "regardless of the cause of uterine bleeding, from a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, its root lies in the imbalance of Chong and Ren meridians. Chong is the blood reservoir, while Ren is the blood chamber; both Chong and Ren are governed by the liver. Therefore, regulating the liver is the fundamental principle for treating menorrhagia." Based on this understanding, Old Pei used Si Wu Tang as the basic formula for treating menorrhagia. The renowned Qing Dynasty physician Ke Yunbo once said, "Si Wu Tang is not exclusively for activating blood and nourishing blood, but rather a powerful remedy for regulating the liver," a phrase often cited by Old Pei. Given the various causes of menorrhagia—such as qi deficiency leading to failure in blood regulation, blood heat causing excessive bleeding, or pathological conditions like masses or accumulations obstructing the meridians—the different syndromes often correspond to diseases in Western medicine. The pathways involved in menorrhagia

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The "stagnation of blood" syndrome is commonly seen in Western medicine conditions such as ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, endometrial hyperplasia, and cervical cancer; the "blood heat causing excessive bleeding" syndrome is similar to the conditions described in Western medicine, including adnexitis, vaginitis, cervical erosion, and pelvic inflammatory disease.

For cases exhibiting characteristics of "blood heat causing excessive bleeding," one can refer to the corresponding syndrome differentiation and treatment principles, addressing the underlying disease; similarly, the clinical manifestations of "qi failing to regulate blood" are quite similar to those seen in functional uterine bleeding in Western medicine. Old Pei would often integrate traditional Chinese medicine's syndrome differentiation principles with Western medical diagnostic criteria, conducting syndrome differentiation and disease treatment based on individual cases. Old Pei emphasized that diagnosis and treatment of this condition must be grounded in patient history, clinical symptoms, and relevant auxiliary examinations.

When accompanied by lower abdominal pain, increased menstrual flow, menstrual color ranging from red to dark, or even mixed with blood clots, and symptoms such as a pale tongue or a purpleish tongue coating, the Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan is typically chosen as the main formula to activate blood circulation, resolve stasis, and stop bleeding. If there are numerous blood clots, peach kernel and safflower are added; if the bleeding is heavy and does not stop, Sheng Long Mu, Wuchai Gu, A Jiao, and mugwort leaves are used. For cases where ultrasound reveals benign lesions, San Ling, E Jue, Hai Cao, Kombu, Hanzhongqi, and water leeches are added. If menstruation occurs several days earlier than usual, with heavy flow and a red color, or if the bleeding persists without stopping, along with hot palms and soles, a red tongue with yellow coating, and a floating, rapid pulse, the Dang Pi, Di Gu Pi, Sheng Di, Yuan Shen, Mai Dong, and Bai Shao are used as the main formulas, with additional herbs like Er Miao San added if vaginal discharge is abundant and yellow in color. If constipation is present, add rhubarb and Zhishi. For external vulvar itching, consider adding Er Hua, Lian Qiao, Gong Ying, Baishang, Ku Shen, Huang Bo, and other herbs as appropriate. In cases where menstrual flow is heavy, the color is pale, the consistency is thin, and there is significant fatigue, dizziness, and anemia-like appearance—indicating a condition of spleen qi failing to regulate blood—the Gui Pi Tang is used as the main formula to strengthen the spleen, replenish qi, and stop bleeding. If there is palpitation and excessive sweating, add more ginseng and astragalus, and supplement with Bai Shao and Dang Gui to nourish blood. Given the complex and varied presentations of patients with menorrhagia, the three syndromes—qi deficiency, blood heat, and stagnation of blood—often appear alternately or simultaneously. In treatment, it is crucial to avoid confusing priorities and neglecting either the root cause or the symptoms. At the same time, all auxiliary examinations should be considered; menstrual irregularities, pelvic inflammatory disease, and benign gynecological tumors can all benefit from the advantages of traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine in syndrome differentiation and treatment. However, when encountering cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, or incomplete miscarriages, it is essential to combine traditional Chinese medicine with Western medical approaches to avoid delaying diagnosis or misdiagnosis. Old Pei once said, “Water that does not rot will not become stagnant; a rotating pivot will not decay.” When treating menorrhagia, it is crucial to avoid relying solely on hemostatic methods. Using such methods may lead to retained blood in the uterus, which, even if temporarily stopped, can ultimately result in long-term complications.

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Chapter Twelve: Gynecological Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience in Treating Pelvic Blood Stasis Syndrome Zhan Wenguo, Pei Zhengxue [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue analyzed and understood pelvic blood stasis syndrome from both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine perspectives, concluding that qi deficiency and blood stasis, kidney deficiency and blood stasis, and qi stagnation and blood stasis, as well as liver-kidney deficiency, constitute the fundamental pathogenic mechanisms of this condition. He proposed that activating blood circulation to resolve stasis, clearing heat and detoxifying, and regulating Chong and Ren meridians are the three core therapeutic principles for treating this condition. Professor Pei frequently used Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, Dang Gui Shao Yao San, Shaobu Zhu Yu Tang, Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan, among others, adjusting prescriptions according to specific clinical circumstances, achieving satisfactory therapeutic results. [Keywords] Pelvic Blood Stasis Syndrome; Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome Differentiation; Clinical Experience; Pei Zhengxue

Professor Pei Zhengxue, a renowned expert in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, has been engaged in clinical practice for over 50 years, achieving remarkable therapeutic outcomes in gynecological diseases—particularly for women experiencing menstrual irregularities and pelvic blood stasis syndrome. He advocated for treating this condition through the lens of blood stasis, while also focusing on the spleen and kidneys, protecting qi and blood, employing syndrome differentiation and treatment principles, and formulating prescriptions with meticulous care—all of which have yielded significant efficacy. I had the privilege of observing his clinical practice and learning from him, gaining profound insights. Here, I share his clinical experience in treating pelvic blood stasis syndrome, hoping to serve as a valuable resource for colleagues.

I. Professor Pei’s Understanding of This Condition Pelvic blood stasis syndrome refers to a clinical syndrome in women of childbearing age caused by blood stasis in the pelvic region, characterized primarily by chronic lower abdominal pain. Professor Pei noted that this pain exhibits three key features: pain during rest, pain during menstruation, and pain during sexual intercourse. Additionally, patients may experience vaginal discharge and excessive menstrual flow. Although the veins in a woman’s pelvis run alongside the arteries, they are interconnected by numerous anastomotic branches, forming a vast pelvic venous network. As the pelvic veins lack valves, they cannot effectively prevent backflow of blood, making blood stasis particularly likely to develop. Furthermore, the onset of this condition is often related to women’s work posture, the backward movement of the uterus, frequent pregnancies, or excessive sexual activity. Some patients also experience breast fullness and tenderness before menstruation, pain during bowel movements, and a sensation of heaviness or pressure in the vagina and anus—pain that tends to worsen over time, becoming more pronounced with prolonged sitting. Some patients report general discomfort, including soreness and discomfort throughout the body, irritability, easy anger, and emotional depression. Abdominal examination may reveal mild tenderness above the pubic symphysis and on both sides of the lower abdomen; the pain is often dull and aching, with no muscle tension or rebound tenderness. Professor Pei believed that this condition is a common and frequently occurring disorder. Professor Pei argued that pelvic blood stasis is the fundamental pathogenic mechanism of this condition, though blood stasis can arise from qi deficiency and blood stasis, kidney deficiency and blood stasis, or even from chronic illness leading to blood stasis in the channels. Qi deficiency and blood stasis are the primary mechanisms behind this condition, as qi is the commander of blood, and blood is the mother of qi; when qi flows, blood flows, and when qi stagnates, blood stagnates. Women may suffer from external exposure to the six harmful influences or internal imbalances due to emotional distress, leading to a deficiency of qi in the Chong and Ren meridians. When qi is deficient, it cannot properly transport and transform blood, resulting in blood stasis. Although kidney deficiency and blood stasis are secondary factors contributing to this condition, they remain important factors—kidney is the source of innate essence and the master of pregnancy; excessive sexual activity leads to depletion of yin essence, and over time, kidney qi becomes deficient, giving rise to blood stasis. In addition to these pathogenic mechanisms, chronic illnesses affecting the five internal organs and six viscera—especially those that persist for a long time—can also trigger Chong and Ren qi imbalances, leading to blood stasis in the pelvic region. Professor Pei believed that Western medicine currently lacks ideal treatments for this condition. II. Professor Pei’s Treatment Approach Based on Professor Pei’s commonly used formulas for treating this condition, we can categorize and treat the syndrome according to the following patterns:

1. Qi Deficiency and Blood Stasis Type: Patients experience abdominal pain during menstruation, with a dull, persistent ache that feels better with warmth and pressure. Menstruation is often early, with heavy flow, dark red blood containing blood clots, increased vaginal discharge, and often accompanied by lower back pain and discomfort. Patients may also experience facial pallor, fatigue, dizziness, a pale complexion, and a feeling of weakness. Their tongue is pale red with a thin white coating, and their pulse is deep, fine, or string-like. Treatment focuses on strengthening the spleen and benefiting qi while resolving stasis and regulating menstruation. Prescriptions include: Ren Shen Gui Pi Tang and Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, adjusted accordingly.
2. Kidney Deficiency and Blood Stasis Type: Patients experience abdominal pain during menstruation or feel pain in the lower abdomen after exposure to cold. Menstruation is often delayed, with excessive vaginal discharge, often accompanied by chills and cold hands and feet, lower back and knees that feel sore, loose stools, a pale complexion, a red tongue with a thin white coating, and a deep, slow, and rough pulse. Treatment involves warming the meridians, dispersing cold, and resolving stasis to relieve pain. Prescriptions include: Da Wen Jing Tang and Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, adjusted accordingly.
3. Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis Type: Patients experience lower abdominal pain before or during menstruation, with chest and flank distension, breast tenderness, or the presence of lumps in the abdomen. They may also experience irritability, restlessness, dark red blood with blood clots, varying amounts of menstrual flow, a dark red tongue with a thin yellow or greasy coating, and a string-like, fine, and rough pulse. Treatment focuses on soothing the liver and regulating qi while activating blood circulation to resolve stasis. Prescriptions include: Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang and Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, adjusted accordingly.
4. Liver-Kidney Deficiency and Internal Blood Stasis: Chronic illness leads to blood stasis in the channels, frequent menstrual irregularities, unpredictable periods, even amenorrhea, lower abdominal pain, intramural fibroids or cysts, weight loss and fatigue, skin and nails that appear dull, fever and dizziness, generalized swelling and pain, dry mouth and thirst, lower back pain and leg discomfort, blurred vision, dark red menstrual blood with blood clots, a red, dark tongue with little coating, and a string-like, fine, and weak pulse. Treatment involves nourishing the liver and kidneys while activating blood circulation to resolve stasis. Prescriptions include: Qi Ju Di Huang Tang and Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan, adjusted accordingly.

III. Case Examples

[Example 1] Fan, female, 33 years old. She experienced abdominal pain during menstruation, with continuous, heavy menstrual flow lasting for half a month, dark red blood with small blood clots, excessive vaginal discharge, fatigue, palpitations, and dizziness. Three months ago, she underwent surgery for an “endometrioid cyst,” and her period returned three days after surgery, continuing continuously. Her tongue was red, with a thin white coating, and her pulse was weak. Her blood pressure was 80/50 mmHg. Western medical diagnosis: Pelvic Blood Stasis Syndrome, functional uterine bleeding. Traditional Chinese medicine diagnosed qi and blood deficiency, with blood stasis obstructing the channels. Treatment involved Gui Pi Tang and Li Chong Tang, adjusted accordingly. Prescription composition: Codonopsis 15g, Astragalus 15g, Schisandra 10g, Angelica sinensis 10g, White Peony 12g, Charcoal 15g, Longan 15g, Wuchai Gu 15g, Ligusticum chuanxiong 10g, Gardenia jasminoides 20g, Fructus Polygoni cuspidati 10g, Taraxacum mongolicum 15g. The herbs were decocted and taken as a single dose, seven doses in total. At the second visit, the bleeding stopped, abdominal pain lessened, the tongue was red with a thin white coating, and the pulse was weak. The prescription was adjusted to remove Charcoal and add 6g of Saussurea costus and 15g of Motherwort. After three months of continued treatment, her menstrual cycle returned regularly, abdominal pain disappeared, and her condition improved significantly.

[Example 2] Li, female, 38 years old. She experienced abdominal pain during each menstruation, along with nausea and dizziness. Her menstrual cycle was usually irregular, delayed by 10 days, with light flow and dark red blood with blood clots. She felt lower back pain and coldness, had excessive vaginal discharge, a red tongue with a thin white coating, and a deep, slow pulse. Ultrasound showed thickening of the endometrium and pelvic inflammatory disease. Gynecological examination revealed cervical erosion. Western medical diagnosis: Pelvic Blood Stasis Syndrome. Diagnosis was attributed to cold congealing in the uterine cavity, with blood stasis obstructing the channels. Treatment focused on warming the meridians, dispersing cold, and activating blood circulation to resolve stasis. Prescription: Da Wen Jing Tang and Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, adjusted accordingly. Composition: Codonopsis 15g, Evodia rutaecarpa 5g, Cinnamon twig 10g, A Jiao 10g, Dried Ginger 6g, Angelica sinensis 10g, White Peony 10g, Red

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[Example 3] Mao, female, 40 years old. First visit, October 12, 2013: Complaints included abdominal pain accompanied by continuous, heavy menstrual flow. Her menstrual cycle was often irregular, sometimes delayed or advanced, with light flow and many blood clots, and excessive yellow vaginal discharge. Before each menstruation, she experienced lower back pain and abdominal discomfort, along with breast tenderness. Gynecological examination revealed cervical erosion. Ultrasound indicated a 2x3 cm uterine fibroid. Her tongue was red, with a thin yellow coating, and her pulse was string-like and deep. Diagnosis: Pelvic Blood Stasis Syndrome. Diagnosis was attributed to imbalance between Chong and Ren, qi stagnation and blood stasis. Treatment focused on regulating Chong and Ren while activating blood circulation to resolve stasis. Prescription: Shaofu Zhu Yu Tang and Dang Gui Shao Yao San, adjusted accordingly. Composition: Angelica sinensis 10g, White Peony 10g, Red Flower 6g, Cinnamon Twig 10g, Fructus Polygoni cuspidati 10g, Licorice 6g, Alisma 10g, Poria 10g, Ligusticum chuanxiong 10g, Wuchai Gu 15g, San Ling 3g (divided), Saussurea costus 10g, Motherwort 15g, Taraxacum mongolicum 15g. Seven doses in total. At the second visit, after taking the medication, her menstruation stopped, abdominal pain lessened, and the prescription was adjusted to include 10g of Gui Zhi and 10g of E Jue. At the third visit, after 21 doses, her menstrual cycle returned to normal, and abdominal pain disappeared. She felt weak and short of breath, so she added 15g of Codonopsis and 15g of Astragalus to strengthen her qi and spleen, supporting the body’s defenses and restoring balance. After more than a year of treatment, her uterine fibroid disappeared.

[Example 4] Ding, female, 45 years old. She experienced lower abdominal pain accompanied by intermittent menstrual cycles lasting 10–15 days. She was thin and fatigued, suffered from insomnia and dizziness, felt heat in her heart, developed dark spots on her face, experienced lower back and knee soreness, and dry eyes. Her menstrual cycles were 3–5 months apart, with dark red blood and prolonged menstrual periods of 10–15 days without proper clotting. Her tongue was red, dry, with little coating, and her pulse was string-like and weak. Ultrasound indicated a 4 cm × 5 cm uterine fibroid. Western medical diagnosis: Pelvic Blood Stasis Syndrome. Diagnosis was attributed to liver-kidney deficiency, blood stasis in the channels, and imbalance between Chong and Ren. Treatment focused on nourishing the liver and kidneys while activating blood circulation to resolve stasis. Prescription: Qi Ju Di Huang Tang and Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan, adjusted accordingly. Composition: Goji berries 10g, Rehmannia glutinosa 12g, Cornus officinalis 10g, San Ling 3g, Water Leech 10g, Earthworm 10g, Black Fly 10g, Peach Kernel 10g, Scutellaria baicalensis 10g, Angelica sinensis 10g, Astragalus 20g, White Peony 10g, Licorice 6g, Saussurea costus 10g, Motherwort 20g. The herbs were decocted and taken as a single dose daily. Fourteen doses in total. At the second visit, after taking the medication, her menstruation began, with large amounts of dark red blood clots flowing out, and her abdominal pain significantly lessened, while her body temperature and irritability improved. She added E Jue, Danshen, and Deer Antler Gelatin to the prescription, preparing pills for gradual treatment. After one year of taking the pills, ultrasound revealed that the uterine fibroid had shrunk to 1 cm × 1.2 cm, and she continued taking the medication to consolidate the therapeutic effect.

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Chapter Twelve: Gynecological Diseases IV. Reflections

Pelvic blood stasis syndrome arises from blood stasis in the pelvic region; blood stasis can lead to infection, and infection can, in turn, cause blood stasis. These two conditions are interdependent and mutually influential. Professor Pei believed that activating blood circulation to resolve stasis, clearing heat and detoxifying, and regulating Chong and Ren are the three core therapeutic principles for treating this condition.

(1) Activating blood circulation to resolve stasis: From a Western medical perspective, pelvic blood stasis can lead to infection, congestion, edema, and pain. Therefore, activating blood circulation to resolve stasis helps improve pelvic blood circulation, allowing inflammation to subside and pain to lessen. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, lower abdominal pain, increased vaginal discharge, lower back pain, and menstrual irregularities are all associated with blood stasis; by activating blood circulation to resolve stasis, blood flow can be normalized, and blood stasis can be alleviated.

(2) Clearing heat and detoxifying: From a Western medical standpoint, due to the unique characteristics of female reproductive organs—such as the bladder in front and the uterus and rectum behind—they are susceptible to gynecological pelvic infections caused by bodily secretions, leading to inflammation, abdominal pain, increased vaginal discharge, lower back pain, and menstrual irregularities. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, damp-heat accumulation and blood toxins within the body are often the causes of this condition.

(3) Regulating Chong and Ren: From a Western medical perspective, frequent abortions, excessive sexual activity, or overwork can disrupt endocrine function, leading to insufficient estrogen secretion and ovarian dysfunction, which in turn can cause menstrual irregularities and pelvic blood stasis. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, spleen and kidney deficiency, organ dysfunction, and blood stasis in the Chong and Ren meridians are common causes.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collected Volume 2 Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience: Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Ovarian Cysts Jie Wangjun Early-stage ovarian cysts often present with no obvious self-reported symptoms; they are usually discovered during gynecological examinations. As the cysts gradually grow larger, patients may experience lower abdominal distension and discomfort, menstrual irregularities, and other symptoms. When the lesion is large and remains untreated for a long time, it not only affects a woman’s menstrual cycle, but also her ability to conceive and deliver—but it can also lead to torsion of the cyst stalk, rupture of the cyst, or secondary infection, severely impacting a woman’s physical and mental health. I. Causes and Pathogenesis Pei Zhengxue believed that ovarian cysts are often linked to pelvic infections; clinically, they are frequently accompanied by cervical inflammation, adnexitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and menstrual irregularities. Infections can cause epithelial hyperplasia, exudation, and encapsulation, ultimately leading to ovarian cysts. Clinically, this condition often manifests as lower abdominal pain, discomfort, increased vaginal discharge, yellow discharge with an unusual odor, and menstrual disorders; a spherical mass—either cystic or solid—may be palpated on one or both sides of the lower abdomen, with a smooth surface and possibly accompanied by pain during intercourse. If the cysts grow larger and fill the entire pelvis or abdominal cavity, they may cause compression symptoms such as frequent urination, constipation, and shortness of breath. When the cysts affect hormone production, symptoms such as irregular vaginal bleeding may occur; in severe cases, this can lead to infertility. This condition often arises due to a weakened vital energy, allowing external pathogens such as wind, cold, dampness, and heat to invade the body, or it may also be caused by emotional stress, excessive sexual activity, dietary indiscretions, organ dysfunction, or stagnation of qi, leading to the accumulation of visible pathogenic factors like blood stasis, phlegm, and dampness, which then settle in the lower abdomen and gradually build up over time. Because the disease progresses over a long period, the body’s vital energy is weakened, and qi, blood, phlegm, and dampness influence each other, leading to qi imbalance. Western medical treatment mainly involves antibiotics for infection control, surgical procedures, or ultrasound-guided aspiration to extract fluid and perform sclerosing therapy—but these methods often lead to recurrence and side effects, and they can cause irreversible damage to the ovaries, potentially reducing ovarian reserve function or even leading to premature ovarian failure. Due to these various drawbacks, more and more patients are turning to traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies for treatment of this condition. II. Treatment Focuses on Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis Pei Zhengxue’s approach to treating ovarian cysts, as outlined in “Golden Mirror of the Essentials: Conditions of Women During Pregnancy—Treatment Methods,” emphasizes that “women who have previously suffered from cystic diseases, whose menstruation has not yet resumed within three months, and who experience continuous leakage, with fetal movement above the navel—this is a chronic condition… therefore, when blood does not stop, the cause of the chronic condition lies in the persistence of the original condition; thus, to treat the chronic condition, Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan is the primary choice.” He placed great importance on this principle, believing it to be the cornerstone of treating this condition. Accordingly, whenever he diagnosed and treated ovarian cysts, he always used Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan as a foundational treatment, with specific experiences as follows: Liver-Quiet Qi Stagnation Type: There are masses in the lower abdomen, with firm masses that can be pushed around, appearing and disappearing intermittently, sometimes rising, sometimes falling, sometimes causing pain, with pain that varies in location, lower abdominal distension, chest tightness, depression, menstrual irregularities, a red tongue with a thin coating, and a deep, string-like pulse. Treatment principles: Soothe the liver, release qi, and move qi to resolve stasis. Prescription: Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan combined with Xiaoyao San, adjusted accordingly.

Blood Stasis Blockage Type: There are masses in the lower abdomen, with hard, fixed masses that do not shift easily, causing pain that is resistant to pressure, with little skin moisture, dry mouth and a desire to drink less, delayed or continuous menstrual cycles, a dark complexion, a purple-black tongue with a thick, dry coating.

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 有块 ,腰部酸困不适 ,舌质暗红 ,苔淡白 ,脉细弦。妇科彩超示:左侧 卵巢囊肿 ,大小约 4.2cm×3.0cm。患者不愿行手术治疗 ,故求治于中 医。 刻诊:气短乏力 ,面色淡白 ,舌质黯 ,有瘀斑 ,苔少 ,脉沉细涩。 西医诊断:卵巢囊肿 。中医诊断:癥瘕 ,证属瘀血内阻胞宫。治 以活血化瘀、软坚散结为主 , 以桃红四物汤加减。 组方:桃仁 10g , 红花 6g , 当 归 10g , 生 地 12g , 白 芍 10g , 川 芎 6g ,桂枝 10g ,茯苓 10g ,丹皮 6g ,三棱 10g ,莪术 10g ,海藻 10g , 昆布 10g ,三七 3g(研末冲服),水蛭 10g(研末冲服),地鳖虫 10g , 山慈姑 10g ,黄药子 10g ,川断 10g , 牛膝 10g ,桑寄生 10g ,杜仲 10g 。水煎 服 , 日 1 剂。患者前后服用 28 剂后 ,月经基本恢复正常。复查 B 超 示:卵巢囊肿消失 ,未见异常。 [案例 2]李某 ,女 ,38 岁 。 因少腹疼痛、月经量多半年来诊。 患者半年来月经延后 7~10d ,每次经来少腹冷痛 ,月经量多 , 有血块 ,色黯红 , 白带多 ,质清稀 ,手脚冰凉 ,舌质红 ,苔白 ,脉弦紧 。 妇科彩超:子宫腺肌症 ,卵巢囊肿。 诊断:子宫腺肌症 ,卵巢囊肿 ,痛经。中医诊断:癥瘕 ,辨证为寒 凝胞宫 ,气滞血瘀 ,兼寒湿下注 。治宜温经散寒 ,活血化瘀 ,方以少 腹逐瘀汤加温经汤加减。 处 方 :桂 枝 10g , 丹 皮 6g , 茯 苓 12g , 桃 仁 10g , 红 花 6g , 当 归 10g , 白芍 10g ,川芎 6g ,干姜 6g ,小茴香 10g ,蒲黄 10g ,五灵脂 10g , 桂 枝 10g , 吴 茱 萸 10g , 阿 胶 10g , 党 参 10g , 延 胃 索 10g , 川 楝 子 20g ,龙骨 15g ,牡蛎 15g 。水煎服 , 日 1 剂。 二诊:患者服用上方 14 剂后腹痛减轻 , 四肢渐温 , 白带减少 。 上方去生龙牡 、吴茱萸 ,加三棱 15g ,莪术 15g , 山慈姑 10g ,三七 3g (研末冲服),水蛭 10g(研末冲服)。守方服用 3 月 ,月经周期恢复。 复查妇科彩超:子宫腺肌症 。卵巢囊肿消失 ,随访半年月经正常。 [案例 3]王某 ,女 ,42 岁 ,少腹疼痛 1 月来诊。

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患者近 1 月来少腹疼痛明显 , 腰疼 , 白带量多色黄 , 现行经 7d ,月经量多色暗 ,经前腹痛加重 ,夹有大量血块 ,烦躁易怒 ,发热 口渴 ,头痛明显 ,全身不适 ,便秘溲黄 ,如感冒症状 ;舌红 ,苔黄腻 , 脉弦滑数 。妇科彩超检查提示 : 右侧卵巢见 1 个 3.2cm×4.6cm× 5.7cm 囊性占位 。 因患者不愿接受手术治疗 , 遂求中西医结合治疗 。诊其舌脉:舌质暗红 ,苔薄白 ,脉沉涩。

西医诊断:卵巢囊肿 。 中医诊断:癥瘕 ,证属血瘀兼热 ,治宜活 血化瘀 ,清热解毒。方以桃红四物汤、桂枝茯苓丸、大黄牡丹皮汤加 减。 处 方 :桃 仁 10g , 红 花 6g , 当 归 10g , 生 地 12g , 川 芎 6g , 桂 枝 10g ,茯苓 12g ,大黄 6g ,丹皮 10g , 白芍 10g ,三棱 15g ,莪术 15g ,海 藻 15g , 昆 布 15g , 山 慈 姑 15g , 黄 药 子 10g , 三 七 3g(分 冲 ),水 蛭 10g(分冲),金银花 15g ,连翘 15g 。14 剂 ,水煎服 , 1 日 1 剂。

半月后患者复诊 ,颜面微红 。彩超检查示:右侧卵巢见 0.8cm× 0.6cm×1.2cm 囊性占位。自述全身无特殊不适 ,精神较前明显好转。 查:舌红苔黄 ,脉细数。

在原方基础上去水蛭 、山慈姑 、黄药子 ,加黄连 6g ,黄芩 10g , 山栀子 10g ,蒲公英 15g ,败酱草 15g ,生龙牡各 15g ,乌贼骨 15g , 以 巩固疗效 。最终获愈。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学治疗月经不调经验 冯雪芹 冯小荣 李松 甘肃省肿瘤医院著名中西医结合专家裴正学教授从事临床工作 50 多载 ,治疗妇科疾病疗效显著 ,尤其对妇女之月经不调 ,不论 从辨证论治 ,还是选药立方 ,都有独到见解 。笔者有幸随师临床学习一年余 ,获益匪浅。现将其治疗月经不调之经验 ,简介如下。月经 不调是一种常见的妇科病 ,表现为月经周期异常或出血量的改变 , 经前、经期之腹痛等亦属此范围。 一、月经提前 裴正学认为月经先期多由血热所致 ,或因虚火或因实火 ,热扰 冲任 ,血海不宁 ,经血非时而下 。此病多伴有月经量多 、白带多 、阴 道瘙痒 、小腹痛等症状 。从西医角度看这多与子宫及附件炎症有 关 ,治疗首选丹栀逍遥散 、桃红四物汤和桂枝茯苓丸之合方化裁 。 中医辨证多为血热妄行。 [病案] 金某 ,女 ,41 岁 ,2013 年 10 月 2 日初诊。 患者诉近 3 个月月经提前 10d 左右 ,小腹疼痛 ,月经来时尤为 剧烈 , 白带多 ,且白带色红 , 阴部瘙痒 ,脉舌边尖红 ,苔薄黄。诊断为 滴虫性阴道炎 ,附件炎 ,月经不调。方用丹栀逍遥散加味。组方 :丹 皮 6g,栀子 10g,当归 10g,白芍 10g,柴胡 10g,茯苓 12g , 白术 10g ,桂枝 10g,桃仁 10g,生地 12g,川芎 6g,红花 6g,白头翁10g,马齿苋

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裴正学认为经来腹痛大多因为瘀血引起 , 多采用行气活血化 瘀法治疗。

[病案] 秦某 ,女 ,25 岁 ,2013 年 9 月 21 初诊。

月经来潮时小腹胀痛 ,经量少 ,色紫暗 ,有血块 ,心情烦躁 ,胸 胁胀满 ,善太息 ,舌有苔黄燥 ,脉弦涩。诊断为痛经。处方 :丹皮 6g ,

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按:本方为桃红四物汤合桂枝茯苓丸以活血化瘀 ,加延胡索 、

川楝子、制乳没以活血止痛。 四、闭经 裴正学认为闭经多因气滞血瘀 ,气血虚弱 ,多采用破血逐瘀之 法 ,在方中常加入水蛭。 [病案] 张某 ,女 ,32 岁 ,2013 年 10 月 23 日初诊。 患者面色黧黑无光泽 ,闭经半年 ,经妇科检查排除妊娠 ,伴腹胀 ,腰 痛 ,舌尖生疮 ,烦躁易怒 ,睡眠较差 ,舌质淡 ,脉细弦 。诊断为闭经。 处方:桃仁 10g ,红花 6g ,生地 12g , 当归 10g ,川芎 6g ,牛膝 15g ,桔 梗 20g , 柴 胡 10g , 枳 壳 10g , 桂 枝 10g , 茯 苓 12g , 丹 皮 6g , 益 母 草 20g ,鸡内金 10g ,香附 6g ,水蛭 6g(分冲)。水煎服 , 日 1 剂 。7 剂后 月经来潮 ,睡眠好转 ,手脚温热 。继续原方 10 剂愈。 按:本方以血府逐瘀汤合桂枝茯苓丸以活血化瘀 ,加益母草 、 鸡内金、香附、水蛭以破瘀散结、疏通经络。 体会:治疗不离清热除湿化瘀月经不调很少单一出现 ,常伴有 各种症状 ,体质虚弱者可加白术、党参 、黄芪以健脾补气 ; 出血量大 者可加阿胶、艾叶滋阴补虚、温经止血 ;腹痛加五灵脂 、蒲黄以调经 止痛 ;若患者有子宫肌瘤、卵巢囊肿之类加用桂枝茯苓丸以化痰活 血、消瘕除积 。经来乳房疼痛加入逍遥散 、夏枯草 ,王不留行 、鸡内 金等疏肝理气 ;有黄带者常加入易黄汤以清热除湿。 治疗月经不调有两个非常重要的原则 :

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一要清热除湿解毒。从西医角度看阴道前面是膀胱 ,后面是直 肠 ,挨着人体的两大排泄器官 ,易感染导致炎症 ,炎症会导致月经 不调 。从中医角度看湿热易蕴结于下焦。

二要活血化瘀。从西医角度看有炎症就会有充血 ,有充血就会 有渗出 , 日久会积为瘀血 ,故需活血化瘀 ,从中医角度看女性月经 不调与瘀血密切相关 ,通过活血化瘀可使血流通畅 ,瘀滞消散。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学临证经验毓麟珠治疗不孕症经验 祁琴 裴正学认为不孕症的辨证 ,首先依据月经的变化 、带下病的轻 重程度 ;其次依据全身症状及舌脉 ,进行综合分析 , 明确脏腑 、气 血、寒热、虚实以指导治疗 。治疗重点是温养肾气 、调理肝气 ,使经 调病除则胎孕可成。 输卵管相当于古文献中的"胞络"、"冲任",阻塞不通 ,必为有 形之物如瘀血、痰湿等瘀阻于内 ,胞络阻滞 ,无法摄精成孕。 毓麟珠药方出自《景岳全书》五十一卷 ,为治疗不孕症之专方 。 裴正学在 50 多年的行医过程中 ,运用此方加减治疗不孕症 ,疗效 显著 ,现总结如下。 一、对不孕症的认识 裴正学非常认同《内经》:"女子一七 , 肾气盛 ,齿更发长。二七 , 天癸至 ,任脉通 ,太冲脉盛 ,月事以时下 ,故有子"的论述 。虽然 , 临 床上心、肝、脾、肾均与生殖功能关系密切 ,但肾在不孕症病机中起 到主导作用 , 肾为先天之本 ,主藏精气 ,是人体生长 、发育 、生殖的 根本。肝主藏血 ,主冲任。若肝气不疏 ,情志不畅 ,则肝郁气滞 ,疏泄 失职 ,脉络受阻 ,月经不调 , 以致冲任不能相资 ,导致难以受孕 。所 谓"乙癸同源",即肾阴的滋长亦有赖于肝阴的滋养 ,肝阴亏虚 ,可

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致血海不充 ，影响到精卵成熟 。他认为输卵管相当于古文献中的 "胞络"、"冲任",阻塞不通，必有有形之物如瘀血 、痰湿等阻于内 ， 胞络阻滞，无法摄精成孕。

裴正学常强调输卵管阻塞性不孕患者大多存在着盆腔炎性渗 出 、增生 、纤维化 、钙化等不同的病理变化 ，造成局部组织增生黏 连、血液循环障碍或微血栓形成等。这些病理变化均相当于中医学 理论中的"瘀血内阻"范畴。因此，输卵管阻塞性不孕的病因以"瘀 " 为主。 二、治疗 裴正学认为不孕症的辨证，首先依据月经的变化 、带下病的轻 重程度 ;其次依据全身症状及舌脉 ，进行综合分析 ，明确脏腑 、气 血、寒热、虚实，以指导治疗。治疗重点是温养肾气、调理肝气，使经 调病除则胎孕可成 。此外，还须情志舒畅，房事有节，以利于成孕。 肾虚:若肾阳虚者，症见婚久不孕 ，月经后期 ，量少色淡 ，甚则 闭经，平时白带量多，腰痛如折，腹冷肢寒 ，性欲淡漠 ，小便频数或 失禁，面色晦暗，舌淡，苔白滑，脉沉细而迟或沉迟无力 。治宜温肾 助阳固精 。方以毓麟珠合金匮肾气丸加减。 若肾阳至虚 ，寒客胞中者 ，症见月经后期 ，小腹冷痛 ，畏寒肢 冷，面色青白，脉沉紧，治宜温经散寒，方以毓麟珠合艾附暖宫丸。 若肾阴虚者，症见婚久不孕，月经错后 ，量少色淡 ，头晕耳鸣 ， 腰酸腿软，眼花心悸，皮肤不润，面色萎黄，舌淡，苔少，脉沉细 。治 疗法则:滋肾养血，调补冲任 。方以毓麟珠合六味地黄汤加减。 肝郁:多年不孕，月经愆期，量多少不定 ，经前乳房胀痛 ，胸胁 不舒，小腹胀痛，精神抑郁，或烦躁易怒，舌红，苔薄，脉弦 。治疗法 则:疏肝解郁理气 。方药:毓麟珠合逍遥散加减。 方中菟丝子 、鹿角霜 、杜仲补肾强腰膝而益精髓 ，人参 、白术 、 茯苓补气，当归 、白芍养血调经，川椒温督脉以扶阳 ，当归 、白术活

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毒热互结型:小腹有包块拒按 ,下腹及腰骶疼痛 ,带下量多 ,色 黄或五色杂下 ,可伴经期提前或延长 ,经血量多 ,经前腹痛加重 ,烦 躁易怒 ,发热口渴 ,便秘溲黄 ,舌红 ,苔黄腻 ,脉弦滑数 。治疗法则 : 解毒除湿 ,破瘀消癥 。方药:桂枝茯苓丸合桃仁承气汤加减。 三、病案举例 [案例 1] 周某 ,女 ,36 岁 ,月经过多 3 月余来诊。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 有块 ,腰部酸困不适 ,舌质暗红 ,苔淡白 ,脉细弦。妇科彩超示:左侧 卵巢囊肿 ,大小约 4.2cm×3.0cm。患者不愿行手术治疗 ,故求治于中 医。 刻诊:气短乏力 ,面色淡白 ,舌质黯 ,有瘀斑 ,苔少 ,脉沉细涩。 西医诊断:卵巢囊肿 。中医诊断:癥瘕 ,证属瘀血内阻胞宫。治 以活血化瘀、软坚散结为主 , 以桃红四物汤加减。 组方:桃仁 10g , 红花 6g , 当 归 10g , 生 地 12g , 白 芍 10g , 川 芎 6g ,桂枝 10g ,茯苓 10g ,丹皮 6g ,三棱 10g ,莪术 10g ,海藻 10g , 昆布 10g ,三七 3g(研末冲服),水蛭 10g(研末冲服),地鳖虫 10g , 山慈姑 10g ,黄药子 10g ,川断 10g , 牛膝 10g ,桑寄生 10g ,杜仲 10g 。水煎 服 , 日 1 剂。患者前后服用 28 剂后 ,月经基本恢复正常。复查 B 超 示:卵巢囊肿消失 ,未见异常。 [案例 2]李某 ,女 ,38 岁 。 因少腹疼痛、月经量多半年来诊。 患者半年来月经延后 7~10d ,每次经来少腹冷痛 ,月经量多 , 有血块 ,色黯红 , 白带多 ,质清稀 ,手脚冰凉 ,舌质红 ,苔白 ,脉弦紧 。 妇科彩超:子宫腺肌症 ,卵巢囊肿。 诊断:子宫腺肌症 ,卵巢囊肿 ,痛经。中医诊断:癥瘕 ,辨证为寒 凝胞宫 ,气滞血瘀 ,兼寒湿下注 。治宜温经散寒 ,活血化瘀 ,方以少 腹逐瘀汤加温经汤加减。 处 方 :桂 枝 10g , 丹 皮 6g , 茯 苓 12g , 桃 仁 10g , 红 花 6g , 当 归 10g , 白芍 10g ,川芎 6g ,干姜 6g ,小茴香 10g ,蒲黄 10g ,五灵脂 10g , 桂 枝 10g , 吴 茱 萸 10g , 阿 胶 10g , 党 参 10g , 延 胃 索 10g , 川 楝 子 20g ,龙骨 15g ,牡蛎 15g 。水煎服 , 日 1 剂。 二诊:患者服用上方 14 剂后腹痛减轻 , 四肢渐温 , 白带减少 。 上方去生龙牡 、吴茱萸 ,加三棱 15g ,莪术 15g , 山慈姑 10g ,三七 3g (研末冲服),水蛭 10g(研末冲服)。守方服用 3 月 ,月经周期恢复。 复查妇科彩超:子宫腺肌症 。卵巢囊肿消失 ,随访半年月经正常。 [案例 3]王某 ,女 ,42 岁 ,少腹疼痛 1 月来诊。

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患者近 1 月来少腹疼痛明显 , 腰疼 , 白带量多色黄 , 现行经 7d ,月经量多色暗 ,经前腹痛加重 ,夹有大量血块 ,烦躁易怒 ,发热 口渴 ,头痛明显 ,全身不适 ,便秘溲黄 ,如感冒症状 ;舌红 ,苔黄腻 , 脉弦滑数 。妇科彩超检查提示 : 右侧卵巢见 1 个 3.2cm×4.6cm× 5.7cm 囊性占位 。 因患者不愿接受手术治疗 , 遂求中西医结合治疗 。诊其舌脉:舌质暗红 ,苔薄白 ,脉沉涩。

西医诊断:卵巢囊肿 。 中医诊断:癥瘕 ,证属血瘀兼热 ,治宜活 血化瘀 ,清热解毒。方以桃红四物汤、桂枝茯苓丸、大黄牡丹皮汤加 减。 处 方 :桃 仁 10g , 红 花 6g , 当 归 10g , 生 地 12g , 川 芎 6g , 桂 枝 10g ,茯苓 12g ,大黄 6g ,丹皮 10g , 白芍 10g ,三棱 15g ,莪术 15g ,海 藻 15g , 昆 布 15g , 山 慈 姑 15g , 黄 药 子 10g , 三 七 3g(分 冲 ),水 蛭 10g(分冲),金银花 15g ,连翘 15g 。14 剂 ,水煎服 , 1 日 1 剂。

半月后患者复诊 ,颜面微红 。彩超检查示:右侧卵巢见 0.8cm× 0.6cm×1.2cm 囊性占位。自述全身无特殊不适 ,精神较前明显好转。 查:舌红苔黄 ,脉细数。

在原方基础上去水蛭 、山慈姑 、黄药子 ,加黄连 6g ,黄芩 10g , 山栀子 10g ,蒲公英 15g ,败酱草 15g ,生龙牡各 15g ,乌贼骨 15g , 以 巩固疗效 。最终获愈。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学治疗月经不调经验 冯雪芹 冯小荣 李松 甘肃省肿瘤医院著名中西医结合专家裴正学教授从事临床工作 50 多载 ,治疗妇科疾病疗效显著 ,尤其对妇女之月经不调 ,不论 从辨证论治 ,还是选药立方 ,都有独到见解 。笔者有幸随师临床学习一年余 ,获益匪浅。现将其治疗月经不调之经验 ,简介如下。月经 不调是一种常见的妇科病 ,表现为月经周期异常或出血量的改变 , 经前、经期之腹痛等亦属此范围。 一、月经提前 裴正学认为月经先期多由血热所致 ,或因虚火或因实火 ,热扰 冲任 ,血海不宁 ,经血非时而下 。此病多伴有月经量多 、白带多 、阴 道瘙痒 、小腹痛等症状 。从西医角度看这多与子宫及附件炎症有 关 ,治疗首选丹栀逍遥散 、桃红四物汤和桂枝茯苓丸之合方化裁 。 中医辨证多为血热妄行。 [病案] 金某 ,女 ,41 岁 ,2013 年 10 月 2 日初诊。 患者诉近 3 个月月经提前 10d 左右 ,小腹疼痛 ,月经来时尤为 剧烈 , 白带多 ,且白带色红 , 阴部瘙痒 ,脉舌边尖红 ,苔薄黄。诊断为 滴虫性阴道炎 ,附件炎 ,月经不调。方用丹栀逍遥散加味。组方 :丹 皮 6g,栀子 10g,当归 10g,白芍 10g,柴胡 10g,茯苓 12g , 白术 10g ,桂枝 10g,桃仁 10g,生地 12g,川芎 6g,红花 6g,白头翁10g,马齿苋

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裴正学认为经来腹痛大多因为瘀血引起 , 多采用行气活血化 瘀法治疗。

[病案] 秦某 ,女 ,25 岁 ,2013 年 9 月 21 初诊。

月经来潮时小腹胀痛 ,经量少 ,色紫暗 ,有血块 ,心情烦躁 ,胸 胁胀满 ,善太息 ,舌有苔黄燥 ,脉弦涩。诊断为痛经。处方 :丹皮 6g ,

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按:本方为桃红四物汤合桂枝茯苓丸以活血化瘀 ,加延胡索 、

川楝子、制乳没以活血止痛。 四、闭经 裴正学认为闭经多因气滞血瘀 ,气血虚弱 ,多采用破血逐瘀之 法 ,在方中常加入水蛭。 [病案] 张某 ,女 ,32 岁 ,2013 年 10 月 23 日初诊。 患者面色黧黑无光泽 ,闭经半年 ,经妇科检查排除妊娠 ,伴腹胀 ,腰 痛 ,舌尖生疮 ,烦躁易怒 ,睡眠较差 ,舌质淡 ,脉细弦 。诊断为闭经。 处方:桃仁 10g ,红花 6g ,生地 12g , 当归 10g ,川芎 6g ,牛膝 15g ,桔 梗 20g , 柴 胡 10g , 枳 壳 10g , 桂 枝 10g , 茯 苓 12g , 丹 皮 6g , 益 母 草 20g ,鸡内金 10g ,香附 6g ,水蛭 6g(分冲)。水煎服 , 日 1 剂 。7 剂后 月经来潮 ,睡眠好转 ,手脚温热 。继续原方 10 剂愈。 按:本方以血府逐瘀汤合桂枝茯苓丸以活血化瘀 ,加益母草 、 鸡内金、香附、水蛭以破瘀散结、疏通经络。 体会:治疗不离清热除湿化瘀月经不调很少单一出现 ,常伴有 各种症状 ,体质虚弱者可加白术、党参 、黄芪以健脾补气 ; 出血量大 者可加阿胶、艾叶滋阴补虚、温经止血 ;腹痛加五灵脂 、蒲黄以调经 止痛 ;若患者有子宫肌瘤、卵巢囊肿之类加用桂枝茯苓丸以化痰活 血、消瘕除积 。经来乳房疼痛加入逍遥散 、夏枯草 ,王不留行 、鸡内 金等疏肝理气 ;有黄带者常加入易黄汤以清热除湿。 治疗月经不调有两个非常重要的原则 :

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一要清热除湿解毒。从西医角度看阴道前面是膀胱 ,后面是直 肠 ,挨着人体的两大排泄器官 ,易感染导致炎症 ,炎症会导致月经 不调 。从中医角度看湿热易蕴结于下焦。

二要活血化瘀。从西医角度看有炎症就会有充血 ,有充血就会 有渗出 , 日久会积为瘀血 ,故需活血化瘀 ,从中医角度看女性月经 不调与瘀血密切相关 ,通过活血化瘀可使血流通畅 ,瘀滞消散。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学临证经验毓麟珠治疗不孕症经验 祁琴 裴正学认为不孕症的辨证 ,首先依据月经的变化 、带下病的轻 重程度 ;其次依据全身症状及舌脉 ,进行综合分析 , 明确脏腑 、气 血、寒热、虚实以指导治疗 。治疗重点是温养肾气 、调理肝气 ,使经 调病除则胎孕可成。 输卵管相当于古文献中的"胞络"、"冲任",阻塞不通 ,必为有 形之物如瘀血、痰湿等瘀阻于内 ,胞络阻滞 ,无法摄精成孕。 毓麟珠药方出自《景岳全书》五十一卷 ,为治疗不孕症之专方 。 裴正学在 50 多年的行医过程中 ,运用此方加减治疗不孕症 ,疗效 显著 ,现总结如下。 一、对不孕症的认识 裴正学非常认同《内经》:"女子一七 , 肾气盛 ,齿更发长。二七 , 天癸至 ,任脉通 ,太冲脉盛 ,月事以时下 ,故有子"的论述 。虽然 , 临 床上心、肝、脾、肾均与生殖功能关系密切 ,但肾在不孕症病机中起 到主导作用 , 肾为先天之本 ,主藏精气 ,是人体生长 、发育 、生殖的 根本。肝主藏血 ,主冲任。若肝气不疏 ,情志不畅 ,则肝郁气滞 ,疏泄 失职 ,脉络受阻 ,月经不调 , 以致冲任不能相资 ,导致难以受孕 。所 谓"乙癸同源",即肾阴的滋长亦有赖于肝阴的滋养 ,肝阴亏虚 ,可

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致血海不充 ，影响到精卵成熟 。他认为输卵管相当于古文献中的 "胞络"、"冲任",阻塞不通，必有有形之物如瘀血 、痰湿等阻于内 ， 胞络阻滞，无法摄精成孕。

裴正学常强调输卵管阻塞性不孕患者大多存在着盆腔炎性渗 出 、增生 、纤维化 、钙化等不同的病理变化 ，造成局部组织增生黏 连、血液循环障碍或微血栓形成等。这些病理变化均相当于中医学 理论中的"瘀血内阻"范畴。因此，输卵管阻塞性不孕的病因以"瘀 " 为主。 二、治疗 裴正学认为不孕症的辨证，首先依据月经的变化 、带下病的轻 重程度 ;其次依据全身症状及舌脉 ，进行综合分析 ，明确脏腑 、气 血、寒热、虚实，以指导治疗。治疗重点是温养肾气、调理肝气，使经 调病除则胎孕可成 。此外，还须情志舒畅，房事有节，以利于成孕。 肾虚:若肾阳虚者，症见婚久不孕 ，月经后期 ，量少色淡 ，甚则 闭经，平时白带量多，腰痛如折，腹冷肢寒 ，性欲淡漠 ，小便频数或 失禁，面色晦暗，舌淡，苔白滑，脉沉细而迟或沉迟无力 。治宜温肾 助阳固精 。方以毓麟珠合金匮肾气丸加减。 若肾阳至虚 ，寒客胞中者 ，症见月经后期 ，小腹冷痛 ，畏寒肢 冷，面色青白，脉沉紧，治宜温经散寒，方以毓麟珠合艾附暖宫丸。 若肾阴虚者，症见婚久不孕，月经错后 ，量少色淡 ，头晕耳鸣 ， 腰酸腿软，眼花心悸，皮肤不润，面色萎黄，舌淡，苔少，脉沉细 。治 疗法则:滋肾养血，调补冲任 。方以毓麟珠合六味地黄汤加减。 肝郁:多年不孕，月经愆期，量多少不定 ，经前乳房胀痛 ，胸胁 不舒，小腹胀痛，精神抑郁，或烦躁易怒，舌红，苔薄，脉弦 。治疗法 则:疏肝解郁理气 。方药:毓麟珠合逍遥散加减。 方中菟丝子 、鹿角霜 、杜仲补肾强腰膝而益精髓 ，人参 、白术 、 茯苓补气，当归 、白芍养血调经，川椒温督脉以扶阳 ，当归 、白术活

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Based on basic menstrual patterns, for the past six months she has experienced subtle abdominal pain in both lower abdomens, with persistent dull aching that subsides with heat, accompanied by lower back soreness. The symptoms worsen with exertion or before menstruation, and her vaginal discharge is abundant, white in color. She often feels cold in her hands and feet, experiences chills, and occasionally suffers from constipation. Three years ago, she underwent two induced abortions. Her spouse’s reproductive function is normal. Ovulation tests showed normal ovulatory function. A local hospital’s ultrasound revealed: right fallopian tube hydrosalpinx measuring approximately 4 cm × 3 cm × 2 cm, left fallopian tube hydrosalpinx measuring approximately 5 cm × 6 cm × 5 cm. The local hospital recommended surgery, but the patient refused and sought treatment elsewhere. Upon examination, her tongue was dark red with a white coating, and her pulse was deep and tight. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosed secondary infertility, with symptoms attributed to cold stagnation and blood stasis. Treatment focused on warming the meridians, dispersing cold, activating blood circulation, and resolving blood stasis.

Prescription: Sanling 15g, Ezhong 15g, Danpi 10g, Ronggui 6g, Yanhusuo 15g, Wuyao 10g, Danggui 20g, Taoren 10g, Honghua 10g, Chuanxiong 10g, Baishao 15g, Tushisi 10g, Lu Jiao Shuang 10g, Du Zhong 10g, Chuanjiao 10g, Wu Zhu Yu 10g, Fuling 12g. Take 30 doses, decocted in water and consumed as one dose per day. Second visit: The lower back pain, abdominal pain, coldness in the hands and feet, and constipation had all improved compared to the previous visit. An ultrasound revealed that the hydrosalpinx on the right side had disappeared, while the left fallopian tube appeared thickened in a string-like shape, though the vaginal discharge remained relatively abundant. The tongue was dark red, and the pulse was deep and涩. Prescription: Replace the original formula with Wu Zhu Yu 20g, Fuling 20g, change Danggui to Shan Yao 20g, and continue with the same prescription. Third visit: The lower back pain and abdominal pain had significantly lessened, and the vaginal discharge had decreased compared to the previous visit. Constipation had also eased. A follow-up ultrasound showed that the hydrosalpinx on both sides had disappeared. The tongue was pale, with a white coating, and the pulse was deep.

Prescription: Dangshen 10g, Bai Zhu 10g, Fuling 10g, Danggui 10g, Chuanxiong 10g, Baishao 15g, Tushisi 15g, Lu Jiao Shuang 10g, Du Zhong 10g, Chuanjiao 10g, Yanhusuo 15g, Wuyao 20g, Danpi 10g, Ronggui 6g, Xianmao 15g, Yin Yanghuo 20g. After one month of medication, an intraluminal imaging study of the fallopian tubes showed that both fallopian tubes were patent. In June of the following year, she gave birth to a baby girl via cesarean section.

[Case 2] Li, female, 31 years old. Report: She had been married for five years without conceiving. She had been married for five years, yet she had not conceived despite avoiding contraception. Her menstrual cycles were irregular, with varying amounts of bleeding, dark in color, containing clots, no dysmenorrhea, breast tenderness before menstruation, irritability, and a small amount of vaginal discharge. Her menstrual cycle ranged from 22 to 38 days, with periods lasting 3 to 4 days.

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Pai Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume Two The husband’s semen analysis showed no obvious abnormalities. The patient’s tongue was pale and dark, with a white coating, and her pulse was deep and weak. A gynecological examination revealed no significant abnormalities. Diagnosis: Infertility, with symptoms attributed to liver qi stagnation. Treatment focused on soothing the liver, releasing qi, and regulating the menstrual cycle. Prescription: Chaihu 10g, Danggui 10g, Chuanxiong 10g, Zhike 15g, Chenpi 6g, Xiangfu 10g, Baishao 10g, Qingpi 10g, Yujin 15g, Guacu 15g, Yin Yanghuo 15g, Lulu Tong 15g, Wang Buliu Xing 15g, Tushisi 10g, Lu Jiao Shuang 10g, Du Zhong 10g, Chuanjiao 10g. Take 30 doses, decocted in water and consumed as one dose per day. Second visit: Menstruation began, with moderate flow, dark red in color, reduced clot formation, and the premenstrual breast tenderness and irritability had disappeared. The patient reported feeling heat in the palms of her hands. Her tongue was pale and dark, with a white coating, and her pulse was tense. Prescription: Add Taoren 10g, Honghua 10g, Nuxi 15g, Nüzhenzi 15g to the previous formula. Take 30 doses, decocted in water and consumed as one dose per day. Third visit: Three days after the onset of menstruation, the flow increased, becoming bright red, without clots, and there were no significant discomforts before menstruation. Now the patient felt heat in the palms of her hands and lower back soreness. Her tongue was red, with a white coating, and her pulse was deep and tense. Prescription: Add Yin Chaihu 15g to the previous formula. Take 30 doses, decocted in water and consumed as one dose per day. Fourth visit: The menstrual cycle had returned to normal, with moderate flow and bright red color, and no significant discomforts before menstruation. The tongue and pulse were similar to the previous visits. As the menstrual cycle, flow, color, and consistency had returned to normal, and the accompanying symptoms had eased, the patient was prescribed assisted reproduction treatment. Prescription: Dangshen 10g, Bai Zhu 10g, Fuling 10g, Danggui 10g, Chuanxiong 10g, Baishao 15g, Tushisi 15g, Lu Jiao Shuang 10g, Du Zhong 10g, Chuanjiao 10g, Xianmao 15g, Xuanduan 10g, Yanhusuo 10g, Xiangfu 10g, Sha Ren 6g, Lulu Tong 15g, Tong Cao 15g, Yin Yanghuo 15g, Chuan Lian Zi 20g, Ba Ji Tian 10g. Take 30 doses, decocted in water and consumed as one dose every other day. Fifth visit: The patient had already gone through menopause for 30 days, and she felt slight breast fullness. Her tongue was red, with a white coating, and her pulse was slightly tense and slippery. A urine pregnancy test was positive. An ultrasound revealed a gestational sac within the uterus, with no obvious abnormalities. The diagnosis was early pregnancy. The patient was advised to rest and avoid sexual intercourse. The pregnancy progressed smoothly, and she gave birth to a baby boy via natural delivery in the following year.

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Chapter Twelve: Gynecological Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience in Treating Plasma Cell Mastitis Zhang Chouchou Plasma cell mastitis, commonly referred to as plasma mastitis, is not caused by bacterial infection; rather, it results from the accumulation and overflow of fatty substances within the milk ducts, leading to chemical irritation and immune responses around the ducts, which in turn cause extensive infiltration of plasma cells. Therefore, it is known as plasma cell mastitis. This condition often recurs, and after rupture, fistulas may form, which can lead to secondary bacterial infections if left untreated for a long time. The development of plasma mastitis is associated with poor lactation development, and nipple concavity or deformities can easily cause twisting and deformation of the milk ducts. These ducts are prone to blockage, and the contents of the ducts—fatty substances—erode the duct wall, causing overflow and triggering chemical inflammation, resulting in small inflammatory masses. Pei Zhengxue believed that this condition falls under the category of “pustular mastitis” in traditional Chinese medicine. It is characterized by liver qi stagnation and cold phlegm stagnation. Treatment should employ the following four approaches: First, soothe the liver, clear heat, and promote blood circulation to reduce swelling: primarily using Chai Shan He Ji, suitable for patients with liver qi heat and blood stasis who experience prominent swelling and pain. Second, clear heat and detoxify, reducing swelling and dissolving nodules: primarily using Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin, effective for patients with red, swollen, and severely painful breast masses. Third, support the spleen to help drain pus: primarily using Tu Li Tou Pu San, useful for cases where abscesses have ruptured and failed to heal, or where incisions have taken a long time to close. Fourth, warm yang and disperse nodules: primarily using Yang He Tang, suitable for patients whose masses remain unchanged in color and show diffuse swelling without a head. These methods are usually adjusted according to the specific symptoms. [Case 1] Wu, female, 35 years old, teacher, first visit, January 15, 2009.

Two months prior, the patient suddenly developed redness, swelling, and heat in her right breast, along with a hard lump, accompanied by chills and fever. She visited a provincial general hospital in Gansu Province, underwent comprehensive examinations, and was diagnosed with plasma cell mastitis. Despite anti-inflammatory treatment, no improvement was seen. Later, localized heat and pain emerged, followed by suppuration and ulceration.

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Pai Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume Two The wound discharged purulent material, with severe pain that intensified with even minimal movement. Because the patient was afraid of surgery, she sought treatment from a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. Physical examination: The right breast was extensively swollen, dark red in color, with tight skin, severe pain that resisted palpation, and a large ulcerated area above the right nipple with pus discharge. Bowel movements were still possible, the tongue had a thin yellow coating, and the pulse was fine and rapid. Western medical diagnosis: plasma cell mastitis. Traditional Chinese Medical diagnosis: pustular mastitis. Treatment approach: clear heat and detoxify, reduce swelling and dissolve nodules—using Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin combined with Yang He Tang, modified as needed. Prescription: Pugongying 15g, Jin Yin Hua 15g, Tian Hua Fen 10g, Chishao 10g, Dajing 12g, Danggui 10g, Zhi Huang Qi 30g, Shao Jiao Ci 30g, Chuan Shan Jia 10g, Sheng Yi Ren 30g, Ru Xiang 6g, Mo Yao 6g, Chen Pi 6g, Shu Di 10g, Ma Huang 10g, Bao Jie Zi 10g, Pao Jiang 6g, Ronggui 6g, Gan Cao 6g. Second visit: After taking 10 doses, the ulceration and pus discharge had significantly improved, and the swelling and pain had lessened compared to the previous visit. Based on the original formula, add Sanling 10g, Ezhong 10g, Hai Cao 10g, Kunbu 10g. After more than 20 doses, the patient recovered completely. [Case 2] Ming, female, 33 years old, office worker, first visit on May 10, 2009. Three months earlier, the patient developed a mass under the left nipple, accompanied by swelling and pain. She had previously visited a general hospital in Lanzhou for incision and drainage, but received extensive use of cephalosporin antibiotics for one month without effect. Seeking combined Chinese and Western medical treatment, she came for consultation. Physical examination: a 40mm × 20mm × 15mm mass under the left nipple, with a depressed left nipple, two fistula openings inside the left areola, the wounds were moist, and squeezing the area released toothpaste-like secretions, with slight redness of the local skin. The patient was physically weak, prone to colds, with a pale tongue coated with a thin, greasy white coating, tooth marks at the edges of the tongue, and a pulse that was tense and fine. Western medical diagnosis: plasma cell mastitis. Traditional Chinese Medical diagnosis: pustular mastitis. Diagnosis based on liver qi heat and blood stasis. Treatment used Tu Li Tou Pu San combined with Chai Shan He Ji, modified as needed. Prescription: Dangshen 10g, Bai Zhu 10g, Huang Qi 30g, Danggui 10g, Shao Jiao Ci 30g, Chuan Shan Jia 15g, Ru Xiang 6g, Mo Yao 9g, Chai Hu 10g, Shan Zhi 10g, Mu Tong 6g, Lulu Tong 6g, Yujin 6g, Hua Fen 10g, San Ling 10g, Ezhong 10g, Hai Cao 10g, Kunbu 10g, Xia Fu 10g. Second visit: After taking 10 doses, the mass shrank, the secretion significantly decreased, and the fistula openings became shallower. Adding Cistanche 10g to the formula, and after taking 30 doses, the lactiferous fistula dried up and healed, and clinical symptoms were fully resolved. Follow

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After three months, no recurrence was observed.

Analysis: Pei Zhengxue believed that liver qi stagnation leads to the accumulation of masses, which, over time, become hot and transform into pus; when these masses rupture, they form fistulas; prolonged persistence leads to phlegm, blood stasis, and obstruction. Therefore, formulas like Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin, Chai Shan He Ji, Yang He Tang, and Tu Li Tou Pu San are often used in combination. Huang Qi helps to detoxify and regenerate tissue, while Danggui nourishes blood and resolves tumors; Pugongying, Jin Yin Hua, and Chishao clear heat and detoxify, cool the blood and activate blood circulation; Shao Jiao Ci and Chuan Shan Jia soften and resolve nodules, complemented by Tian Hua Fen, Dajing, and Sheng Yi Ren to detoxify and drain pus; Zhiji and Xia Fu resolve liver qi heat. Given that this condition is difficult to cure over a long period, and is considered a pathogenic factor of yin deficiency, Pei Zhengxue added Cistanche to the aforementioned formulas to boost kidney yang. Shu Di and Lu Jiao Shuang nourish essence and replenish blood, while Ronggui and Pao Jiang warm and disperse cold, facilitating the flow of meridians; Ma Huang opens the skin pores to allow sunlight to reach the body, and Bao Jie Zi clears stubborn phlegm, aiding Ronggui and Cistanche in dispelling cold.

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Pai Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume Two Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience in Using the Breast Elimination Soup to Treat Mammary Fibroadenomas Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] Objective: To introduce Professor Pei Zhengxue’s clinical experience in treating mammary fibroadenomas with the self-prepared Breast Elimination Soup. Methods: Analysis of outpatient cases was employed. Results: The Breast Elimination Soup helped shrink mammary fibroadenoma masses, soften mammary hyperplasia, prevent recurrence, minimize side effects, and deliver notable therapeutic effects. Conclusion: The Breast Elimination Soup is effective in treating mammary hyperplasia and fibroadenomas. [Keywords] Breast Elimination Soup; Cases; Experience; Pei Zhengxue Mammary fibroadenomas are benign tumors composed of mixed fibrous tissue and glandular epithelium within the mammary lobules, and are common breast conditions. Their causes are related to endocrine dysfunction, elevated estrogen levels, which stimulate the mammary glands and cause varying degrees of proliferation in the mammary duct epithelium and fibrous tissue. Western medicine often employs surgical excision and hormone therapy, but both are prone to recurrence. Herbal treatments—both oral and topical—can effectively alleviate or eliminate mammary tissue hyperplasia and fibroadenomas. Professor Pei Zhengxue is the chief expert at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, a doctoral supervisor, and a nationally renowned traditional Chinese medicine practitioner skilled in treating various complex and difficult diseases. I personally studied under Professor Pei for several years, and now report his clinical experience in treating mammary fibroadenomas as follows. I. Etiology and Pathogenesis Professor Pei believes that the nipple belongs to the Foot-Jueyin Liver Meridian, while the breast belongs to the Foot-Yangming Stomach Meridian. The liver governs the flow of qi; if emotions are unbalanced, liver qi becomes stagnant, the Chong and Ren channels become disrupted, blood stasis and phlegm accumulate, forming blockages in the milk ducts, leading to obstruction and pain; or if the Yangming Stomach is hot, fire rises and spreads along the meridians, accumulating toxic heat, which then transforms into

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abscesses. If the spleen is deficient in its ability to transport and transform, phlegm and dampness arise internally, and phlegm and blood stasis coexist in the breasts, leading to breast lumps. Thus, liver qi stagnation, phlegm accumulation, blood stasis, and toxic heat accumulation are the primary pathogenic mechanisms.

II. Treatment Methods and Prescriptions

Based on years of clinical experience, Professor Pei adopted the principles of soothing the liver and regulating qi, promoting blood circulation and resolving blood stasis, softening and resolving nodules, and clearing heat and detoxifying as his fundamental treatment approach. He developed the “Breast Elimination Soup.” Ingredients include Chai Hu, Bie Jia, Mu Tong, Zhi Lu Mo, Dang Gui, San Ling, Baisai Cao, Lu Jiao Shuang, Han San Qi, and Shui Zhi. Adjustments were made according to individual symptoms: for severe breast pain, add Yuan Hu and Chuan Lian Zi; for hard masses, add Shao Jiao Ci and Sheng Mau; for menstrual irregularities, add Xiang Fu and Yi Mu Cao; for adnexitis, add Sheng Long Mau and Wu Chei Gu; for uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts, add Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan; for combined mastitis, add Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin and Tu Li Tou Pu San; for those with poor physical constitution, add Huang Qi. Indications: Suitable for mastitis, mammary hyperplasia, mammary fibroadenomas, plasma cell mastitis, and other conditions.

III. Typical Cases

(1) Wang, female, 28 years old, seeking treatment due to breast distension and pain three months postpartum. Physical examination: A 2cm × 2cm mass was palpable in the left breast, with soft texture. A 2cm × 2cm mass was also palpable in the outer quadrant of the right breast. The texture was firm, with significant tenderness upon pressure. Mammography revealed mammary hyperplasia combined with mammary fibroadenoma. Following three months of breastfeeding cessation after childbirth, the patient experienced breast distension and pain, unable to produce milk. She was irritable, anxious, with dry mouth and constipation, and her lochia had cleared. Vaginal discharge was abundant, the tongue was red, with a white, greasy coating, and the pulse was fine and rapid. The patient declined surgical treatment and chose to undergo herbal treatment instead. Diagnosis: Mammary hyperplasia combined with mammary fibroadenoma. Traditional Chinese Medical diagnosis: liver qi stagnation, heat toxicity accumulation. Treatment principle: soothe the liver and regulate qi, promote blood circulation and resolve blood stasis. Prescription: Breast Elimination Soup, modified as needed. Chai Hu 10g, Bie Jia 10g, Mu Tong 6g, Zhi Lu Mo each 6g, Dang Gui 10g, Yujin 10g, San Ling 10g, Ezhong 10g, Baisai Cao 15g, Lu Jiao Shuang 10g, Shui Zhi 10g (divided and taken). Decocted in water and consumed as one dose per day. Second visit: After taking the above formula for 14 doses, breast pain lessened, menstrual cycles returned to normal, vaginal discharge was abundant. Add Sheng Long Mau 15g and Wu Chei Gu 15g, continuing treatment for another month. The left breast mass disappeared, while the right breast mass shrank. Honey was used to make pills, 2 pills daily to consolidate the therapeutic effect. After six months of treatment, the masses had disappeared, and follow-up visits showed no recurrence over the following year.

(2) Liu, female, 30 years old, experiencing breast pain for three months. Each menstrual cycle brought with it breast distension and pain,

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Input: ,小便黄赤 ,舌质红苔薄黄 ,脉象滑数。常见于盆腔炎、 滴虫性阴道炎 、霉菌性阴道炎以及宫颈糜烂等所致不孕 。治疗法 则:清热解毒、利湿止带 。方用:毓麟珠合止带汤加减。 方中猪苓、茯苓、车前子、泽泻利水除湿 ;茵陈 、黄柏 、栀子清热 泻火解毒 ;赤芍 、丹皮凉血化瘀 ,菟丝子 、鹿角霜 、杜仲补肾强腰膝 而益精髓 ,合牛膝活血 ,并能引药下行 ,直达病所以除下焦湿热。 若肝经湿热下注者 ,症见带下量多 ,色黄或黄绿如脓 ,质黏稠 或呈泡沫状 ,有臭气 ,伴阴部痒痛 ,头晕目眩 , 口苦咽干 ,烦躁易怒 , 便结尿赤 ,舌红 ,苔黄腻 ,脉弦滑而数 。治宜泻肝清热除湿 ,方用毓 麟珠合龙胆泻肝汤加苦参、黄连。 若湿浊偏甚者 ,症见带下量多 ,色白 ,如豆渣状或凝乳状 , 阴部 瘙痒 ,脘闷纳差 ,舌红 ,苔黄腻 ,脉滑数 。治宜清热利湿 ,疏风化浊 , 方用毓麟珠合萆藓渗湿汤加苍术、藿香。 三、病案举例 [案例 1]李某 ,女 ,33 岁。 主诉:婚后 3 年未孕 。该患者 3 年来未避孕仍未受孕 ;既往月

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Based on basic menstrual patterns, for the past six months she has experienced subtle abdominal pain in both lower abdomens, with persistent dull aching that subsides with heat, accompanied by lower back soreness. The symptoms worsen with exertion or before menstruation, and her vaginal discharge is abundant, white in color. She often feels cold in her hands and feet, experiences chills, and occasionally suffers from constipation. Three years ago, she underwent two induced abortions. Her partner’s reproductive function is normal. Ovulation tests showed normal ovulatory function. A local hospital’s ultrasound revealed: right fallopian tube hydrosalpinx measuring approximately 4cm × 3cm × 2cm, left fallopian tube hydrosalpinx measuring approximately 5cm × 6cm × 5cm. The local hospital recommended surgery, but the patient refused and sought treatment elsewhere. Upon examination, her tongue was dark red with a white coating, and her pulse was deep and tight. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosed secondary infertility, with symptoms attributed to cold stagnation and blood stasis. The treatment plan included warming the meridians to dispel cold, activating blood circulation to resolve stasis.

Prescription: Sanling 15g, Ezhong 15g, Danpi 10g, Ronggui 6g, Yanhusuo 15g, Wuyao 10g, Danggui 20g, Taoren 10g, Honghua 10g, Chuanxiong 10g, Baishao 15g, Tushisi 10g, Lu Jiao Shuang 10g, Du Zhong 10g, Chuanjiao 10g, Wu Zhu Yu 10g, Fuling 12g. Take 30 doses, decocted in water and consumed as one dose per day. Second visit: The lower back pain, abdominal pain, coldness in the hands and feet, and constipation had all improved compared to the previous visit. An ultrasound revealed that the hydrosalpinx on the right side had disappeared, while the left fallopian tube appeared thickened in a string-like pattern, though the vaginal discharge remained relatively abundant. The tongue was dark red, and the pulse was deep and涩. Prescription: Replace the previous formula with Wu Zhu Yu 20g, Fuling 20g, change Danggui to Shan Yao 20g, and continue with the original prescription. Third visit: The lower back pain and abdominal pain had significantly eased, and the vaginal discharge had decreased compared to the previous visit. Constipation had also improved. A follow-up ultrasound showed that the hydrosalpinx on both sides had disappeared. The tongue was pale, with a white coating, and the pulse was deep.

Prescription: Dangshen 10g, Bai Zhu 10g, Fuling 10g, Danggui 10g, Chuanxiong 10g, Baishao 15g, Tushisi 15g, Lu Jiao Shuang 10g, Du Zhong 10g, Chuanjiao 10g, Yanhusuo 15g, Wuyao 20g, Danpi 10g, Ronggui 6g, Xianmao 15g, Yin Yanghe 20g. After one month of medication, an intraluminal imaging study of the fallopian tubes showed that both fallopian tubes were patent. In June of the following year, she gave birth to a baby girl via cesarean section.

[Case 2] Li, female, 31 years old. History: She had been married for five years without conceiving. She had been married for five years, yet she had not conceived despite no contraception. Her menstrual cycles were irregular, with varying amounts of bleeding, dark in color, containing clots, no dysmenorrhea, breast tenderness before menstruation, irritability, and a small amount of vaginal discharge. Her menstrual cycle ranged from 22 to 38 days, with periods lasting 3 to 4 days.

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Two months prior, the patient suddenly developed redness, swelling, and heat in her right breast, along with a hard lump, accompanied by chills and fever. She visited a provincial general hospital in Gansu Province, underwent comprehensive examinations, and was diagnosed with plasma cell mastitis. Despite anti-inflammatory treatment, no improvement was seen. Later, localized heat and pain emerged, followed by suppuration and ulceration.

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After three months, no recurrence was observed.

Analysis: Professor Pei Zhengxue believed that liver qi stagnation leads to the accumulation of masses, which, over time, become hot and transform into pus; once ruptured, they form fistulas; prolonged persistence leads to phlegm, blood stasis, and obstruction. Therefore, formulas like Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin, Chai Shan He Ji, Yang He Tang, and Tu Li Tou Pu Sang are often used in combination. In these formulas, Huang Qi helps to detoxify and regenerate tissue, while Danggui nourishes blood and resolves inflammation; Pugong Ying, Jin Yin Hua, and Chi Shao clear heat and detoxify, cool the blood and promote blood circulation; Shao Jiao Ci and Chuan Shan Jia soften and disperse nodules, complemented by Tian Hua Fen, Dou Geng, and Sheng Yi Ren to detoxify and drain pus; Zhiji and Xia Fu resolve liver qi heat. Given that this condition is difficult to cure over a long period, and is considered a pathogenic factor of yin deficiency, Professor Pei Zhengxue added Cistanche to the aforementioned formulas to boost kidney yang. Shu Di and Lu Jiao Shuang nourish essence and replenish blood, while Rong Gui and Pao Jiang warm and disperse cold, facilitating the flow of meridians; Ma Huang opens the skin pores to allow sunlight to reach the body, and Bai Jie Zi clears stubborn phlegm, aiding Rong Gui and Cistanche in dispersing cold.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume Two Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience with the Self-Prepared Breast Discharge Soup for Treating Mammary Fibroadenomas Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] Objective: To introduce Professor Pei Zhengxue’s clinical experience in treating mammary fibroadenomas with a self-prepared breast discharge soup. Methods: Analysis of outpatient cases was conducted. Results: The breast discharge soup helped shrink mammary fibroadenoma masses, soften mammary hyperplasia, prevent recurrence, minimize side effects, and deliver noticeable therapeutic effects. Conclusion: The breast discharge soup has proven effective in treating mammary hyperplasia and fibroadenomas. [Keywords] Breast Discharge Soup; Cases; Experience; Pei Zhengxue Mammary fibroadenomas are benign tumors composed of mixed fibrous tissue and glandular epithelium within the mammary lobules, and are common breast conditions. Their causes are related to endocrine dysfunction, elevated estrogen levels, which stimulate the mammary glands and cause varying degrees of hyperplasia in the mammary duct epithelium and fibrous tissue. Western medicine often employs surgical excision and hormone therapy, but both are prone to recurrence. Herbal treatments—both oral and topical—can effectively alleviate or eliminate mammary tissue hyperplasia and fibroadenomas. Professor Pei Zhengxue is the chief expert at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, a doctoral supervisor, and a nationally renowned traditional Chinese medicine practitioner specializing in complex and difficult diseases. I personally studied under Professor Pei for several years, and now share my experience in treating mammary fibroadenomas as follows. I. Etiology and Pathogenesis Professor Pei believed that the nipple belongs to the Foot Jueyin Liver Meridian, while the breast belongs to the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian. The liver governs the flow of qi; when emotions are blocked, liver qi becomes stagnant, the Chong and Ren channels become imbalanced, blood stasis occurs, and blood and phlegm accumulate, forming blockages in the milk ducts, leading to obstruction and pain; or when stomach heat rises along the meridians, toxic heat accumulates and transforms into

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Abscesses develop into boils; when the spleen is deficient in its ability to transport and transform, phlegm and dampness arise internally, and phlegm and blood stasis combine in the breasts, leading to breast lumps. Thus, liver qi stagnation, phlegm accumulation, blood stasis, and toxic heat accumulation are the primary pathogenic mechanisms.

II. Treatment Methods and Prescriptions

Based on years of clinical experience, Professor Pei adopted the principles of soothing the liver, regulating qi, promoting blood circulation, softening and dispersing nodules, and clearing heat and detoxifying as his fundamental treatment approach. He developed the “Breast Discharge Soup.” Ingredients include Chai Hu, Bie Jia, Mu Tong, Zhi Ru Mo, Danggui, San Ling, Baisai Cao, Lu Jiao Shuang, Han San Qi, and Shui Zhi, among others. Adjustments were made according to individual symptoms: for severe breast pain, add Yuan Hu and Chuan Lian Zi; for hard masses, add Shao Jiao Ci and Sheng Mu; for menstrual irregularities, add Xiangfu and Yimu Cao; for adnexitis, add Sheng Long Mu and Wuchiggu; for uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts, add Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan; for combined mastitis, add Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin and Tu Li Tou Pu Sang; for those with poor physical constitution, add Huang Qi. Indications: Suitable for mastitis, mammary hyperplasia, mammary fibroadenomas, plasma cell mastitis, and other conditions.

III. Typical Cases

(1) Wang, female, 28 years old, seeking treatment due to breast distension and pain three months after childbirth. Physical examination: A 2cm × 2cm mass was palpable in the left breast, with soft texture. A 2cm × 2cm mass was also palpable in the outer quadrant of the right breast. The mass was firm, with significant tenderness upon pressure. Mammography revealed mammary hyperplasia combined with mammary fibroadenoma. After three months postpartum, she stopped breastfeeding, leading to breast distension and pain, with no lactation. She experienced irritability, dry mouth and constipation, and the lochia had cleared. Vaginal discharge was abundant, with a red tongue, a white, greasy coating, and a slippery pulse. The patient declined surgical treatment and chose to undergo herbal treatment instead. Diagnosis: Mammary hyperplasia combined with mammary fibroadenoma. Traditional Chinese Medical diagnosis: liver qi stagnation, heat toxicity accumulating. Treatment plan: soothe the liver, regulate qi, promote blood circulation, and resolve stasis. Prescription: Breast Discharge Soup, adjusted accordingly. Chai Hu 10g, Bie Jia 10g, Mu Tong 6g, Zhi Ru Mo each 6g, Danggui 10g, Yujin 10g, San Ling 10g, Ezhong 10g, Baisai Cao 15g, Lu Jiao Shuang 10g, Shui Zhi 10g (divided and taken). Decocted in water and consumed as one dose per day. Second visit: After taking the above formula for 14 doses, breast pain lessened, menstruation returned to normal, and vaginal discharge was abundant. Add Sheng Long Mu 15g and Wuchiggu 15g, continuing treatment for another month. The left breast mass disappeared, while the right breast mass shrank. Honey was used to make pills, 2 pills per day to consolidate the therapeutic effect. After six months of treatment, the masses had disappeared, and follow-up visits showed no recurrence over the following year.

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or the elimination of fibroadenomas. Experimental studies have shown that [1]: Chai Hu, Xia Ku Cao, Dang Gui, San Ling, E Zhu, Seaweed, and Kelp possess the properties of regulating qi, activating blood circulation, softening hard masses, and dispersing stagnation; they can help regulate the liver, enhance its ability to deactivate estrogen, reduce estrogen levels, and thereby facilitate the resolution and softening of mammary gland hyperplasia and adenomatous tissue.

References Liu Yulan, Yang Jinghong. Observation on 100 Cases Treated with Xiao Pi San Jie (Eliminating Stasis and Resolving Masses) for Mammary Hyperplasia [J]. Practical Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2006, 22(12):737. “Psychological Doctor” (Lower Half Monthly Edition), July 2012

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II. Differentiation and Treatment (1) Assess the condition, identify the root cause, and employ differential diagnosis and treatment For various gynecological conditions such as early menstruation, menorrhagia, prolonged menstruation, intermenstrual bleeding, fever during menstruation, or metrorrhagia, the primary cause is often blood heat. Women rely heavily on blood as their foundation, and menstruation relies on blood as its source. During menstruation, the gynecological systems—such as menstruation, pregnancy, childbirth, and lactation—can all deplete yin and blood, leading to internal heat and excessive blood heat. To address this, nourish yin and nourish blood, using formulas like Dadi Tang, Er Zhi Wan, Si Wu Tang, etc. Dysfunctional menstruation, delayed menstruation, amenorrhea, or metrorrhagia, as well as infertility, are often associated with kidney yang deficiency and cold congealing in the uterine cavity. Kidney serves as the root of the Chong and Ren meridians; when kidney yang is deficient and cold prevails internally, dysmenorrhea develops. Treatment focuses on warming the uterine cavity, using Da Wen Jing Tang. Since essence and blood share a common origin, when kidney essence is depleted, menstruation may be delayed, ovarian failure may occur, leading to amenorrhea or infertility; in such cases, use Gui Fu Ba Wei Wan or Yu Lin Zhu Jia Wei. (2) Emphasize the regulation of the relationship between the internal organs, the spleen, and the qi and blood.

1. Focus primarily on tonifying the kidneys, treating the root cause to regulate menstruation. As stated in Jing Yue Quan Shu’s “Women’s Guide,” “The key to regulating menstruation lies in nourishing the spleen and stomach to replenish the source of blood, nurturing kidney qi to stabilize the blood chamber; once these two principles are understood, one can achieve complete harmony.” In Fu Qing Zhu’s “Gynecology,” it is said, “Menstrual fluid originates from the kidneys.” The kidneys are the root of innate vitality, storing essence, governing reproduction, serving as the source of Heavenly Essence, and being the root of the Chong and Ren meridians—the roots of qi and blood [2]. When kidney essence is deficient, menstrual flow may be reduced or delayed; treatment focuses on replenishing essence and blood, warming the kidneys and restoring yang, allowing yin to rise and the source to remain uninterrupted. Use You Gui Wan, Shou Tai Wan, or Gui Shen Wan.

2. Soothe the liver and regulate qi, nourish blood, and regulate menstruation—focusing on activating blood circulation and resolving stasis. The liver stores blood; the liver’s nature is yin, yet it utilizes yang; when liver blood is insufficient, liver yang becomes overly active, causing fire to flourish and wind to stir. Since the liver governs the flow of qi, when the liver’s function is impaired, liver qi becomes stagnant, and stagnation leads to fire, potentially causing early menstruation, menorrhagia, prolonged menstruation, metrorrhagia, or even vomiting during menstruation. Treatment focuses on soothing the liver and regulating qi, nourishing blood, and regulating menstruation. Use Dan Zhi Xiao Ya Sang, Si Wu Tang, or Er Zhi Wan. When qi stagnates and blood stasis accumulates, symptoms such as blood disorders, dysmenorrhea, masses, menstrual irregularities, or amenorrhea may appear. Treatment focuses on activating blood circulation and resolving stasis—use Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, Shao Fu Zhu Tang, and other formulas.

3. Strengthen the spleen and generate blood, replenishing innate resources. The spleen and stomach serve as the source of qi and blood production; menstruation, pregnancy, childbirth, and lactation all rely on them for nourishment. The kidneys are the source of innate vitality, storing essence, governing reproduction, and ensuring that both innate and acquired resources mutually nurture each other, jointly managing menstruation. Use Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang, Ren Shen Gui Pi Tang, or Gu Chong Tang as options for treatment.

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After six months of follow-up, her menstrual cycle returned to normal.

Adenomyosis of the uterus (endometriosis), characterized by progressively worsening dysmenorrhea accompanied by abdominal masses and nodules [3], is a condition where blood stasis in the Chong and Ren meridians causes abdominal pain during menstruation, heavy flow with blood clots, yang deficiency and cold congealing, cold invading the uterine cavity, coldness in the limbs, and cold abdominal pain. Therefore, treatment focuses on warming the meridians, dispelling cold, activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, and regulating the Chong and Ren meridians. Shao Fu Zhu Tang activates blood circulation and resolves stasis; Wu Ling Zhi, Pu Huang, Yuan Hu, and Chuan Lian Zi dissolve stasis and regulate qi to relieve pain. Wen Jing Tang warms and opens the meridians. Long Gu, Mu Li, and Wu Che Gu help to tighten and stop vaginal discharge. Gui Zhi Fu Ling, with its calming effect on the uterine cavity, helps to resolve masses and alleviate symptoms. San Ling and E Zhu are used together to activate blood circulation, resolve stasis, regulate qi, and relieve pain, helping to resolve stagnation and eliminate masses—particularly useful for amenorrhea and abdominal masses [4].

[Case] Li, a 27-year-old female who had been married for four years without conceiving, whose menstrual cycle had been irregular. Her monthly periods had not arrived for six months. Gynecological examination revealed secondary amenorrhea. She had undergone three abortions, and her menstrual flow had gradually decreased over time. She usually had little vaginal discharge, lower back pain and fatigue, a pale tongue with a thin white coating, and a deep, fine pulse. Western medical diagnosis: 1. Amenorrhea, 2. Premature ovarian failure, 3. Secondary infertility. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis: Deficiency of Chong and Ren, weakness of qi and blood. Treatment principle: Nourish qi and blood, regulate the Chong and Ren meridians. Prescription: Yu Lin Zhu Jia Wei. Use 10g of Dang Gui, 10g of Shao Yao, 10g of Shu Di, 10g of Chuan Xiong, 15g of Dang Shen, 10g of Bai Zhu, 10g of Fu Ling, 6g of Gan Cao, 10g of Du Zhong, 10g of Tu Si Zi, 10g of Lu Jiao Jiao, 6g of Chuan Lian Zi, 10g of Xiang Fu, 15g of Yi Mu Cao, and 10g of Zi He Che (for oral administration). Brew the herbs in water, one dose per day. After the second consultation, following 30 days of treatment, her menstrual cycle began, though the flow was somewhat light, she experienced lower abdominal pain, and her spirits improved slightly. Her condition was attributed to cold in the uterine cavity and blood stasis, with insufficient Chong and Ren meridians. The prescription was supplemented with 10g of Gui Zhi, 6g of Gan Jiang, 6g of Wu Ye, 10g of A Jiao, and 10g of Mai Dong. After the third consultation, following 30 doses of medication, her menstrual cycle had returned to normal, with moderate flow. She was instructed to take Yu Lin Zhu before her periods and Wen Jing Tang after her periods. After two months of continuous treatment, her menstrual cycle returned to normal. Six months later, she became pregnant and gave birth to a healthy baby boy.

Due to delayed menstruation and multiple abortions, ovarian function and hormonal regulation were disrupted, leading to premature ovarian failure and amenorrhea—resulting in infertility [5]. These conditions were caused by damage to the Chong and Ren meridians and a deficiency of qi and blood. Yu Lin Zhu nourishes the kidneys and replenishes essence, regulating the Chong and Ren meridians. Zi He Che powder, a product rich in blood and flesh, nourishes the organs, fills the extraordinary channels, and greatly replenishes qi and blood [6]; Wen Jing Tang warms the kidneys, restores yang, dispels cold, nourishes blood, and removes stasis—combining these elements, the formula harmonizes menstruation, ensures sufficient qi and blood, and facilitates conception through the mutual nourishment of liver and kidneys. References: [1] Luo Yuan Kai. Traditional Chinese Medicine Gynecology [M]. Shanghai: Science and Technology Press, 1989, 4:

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Chapter 12: Gynecological Diseases Reflections on Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Application of Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis in Gynecological Diseases Zhan Wenguo

Professor Pei Zhengxue believed that ovarian inflammation is the foundation of all gynecological diseases; 80%–90% of gynecological diseases develop based on the pathological basis of ovarian inflammation. Due to the unique characteristics of female reproductive organs—fronting the bladder, behind the uterus, and adjacent to the rectum—these organs are susceptible to bodily secretions and excretions, making them prone to pelvic infections, congestion, and edema. Clinical symptoms include lower abdominal pain, increased vaginal discharge, lower back pain, menstrual irregularities, and even abdominal pain during menstruation, dark red menstrual blood with blood clots—this is known as “Pelvic Stasis Syndrome.” The primary pathogenic mechanism of this condition is blood stasis, with excessive heat and toxicity; Western medicine views it as pelvic infection. Professor Pei proposed the treatment principle of activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, clearing heat and detoxifying, and regulating the Chong and Ren meridians, offering valuable insights for the treatment of gynecological diseases.

I. Gynecological Diseases Arise from Stasis—Proposing the Principle of Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis Among gynecological diseases, pelvic stasis syndrome is often caused by blood stasis. Infection can lead to blood stasis, and blood stasis can, in turn, lead to infection—both are interdependent and mutually influential. Modern Western medicine diagnoses this condition as chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, often prescribing large doses of antibiotics such as cefoperazone, levofloxacin hydrochloride, or ornidazole. While these antibiotics provide temporary relief from inflammation, their long-term efficacy is limited. Because Western medicine fails to utilize drugs that activate blood circulation and resolve stasis to eliminate the underlying causes of disease—namely, the residual blood stasis in the gynecological system—Traditional Chinese Medicine uses activating blood circulation and resolving stasis as a foundational treatment approach. Medications that activate blood circulation and resolve stasis can significantly improve symptoms related to blood stasis. Zhang Zhongjing’s “Golden Cabinet Essentials” states: “Women who have suffered from chronic illnesses, whose menstrual cycles have not yet reached three months, yet continue to experience uncontrollable bleeding, or whose fetus moves above the navel—these are conditions of lingering illness.”

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 [3] The “Sheng” of pregnancy is the ‘tian kui’; when the Chong meridian is open, the Taichong meridian is full. Menstruation occurs on schedule, but if the blood flows excessively, it indicates that the blood is not circulating properly. If the blood does not flow smoothly, the condition persists, and the remedy is to treat the root cause. According to the formula “Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan,” the formula helps to activate blood circulation, resolve stasis, and eliminate masses. When lower abdominal pain is accompanied by excessive vaginal discharge, yellowish in color, loss of appetite, fatigue, sluggish speech, yellow or red urine, dry stools, a red tongue with a slippery pulse—this is a common case of ovarian inflammation in gynecology, often associated with spleen deficiency and damp-heat in the lower abdomen. Treatment focuses on clearing heat and detoxifying, strengthening the spleen and drying dampness; therefore, all gynecological inflammations must involve activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, followed by clearing heat and detoxifying, and regulating the Chong and Ren meridians. II. Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis Requires Combination with Traditional Chinese Medicine Differentiation and Treatment, Employing Flexible Strategies (1) Menstrual Irregularities Early menstruation is often due to heat, while late menstruation is due to cold. Early or late periods that are irregular indicate a combination of cold and heat; the common underlying cause is qi and blood stasis, which should be treated primarily through activating blood circulation and resolving stasis. Clinically, 50%–60% of gynecological diseases are primarily driven by blood stasis, while 20%–40% are caused by endocrine dysfunction. For these conditions, it is essential to soothe the liver to regulate the Chong and Ren meridians. Since the liver governs the flow of qi, when the liver’s function is impaired, qi stagnates and blood stasis accumulates. Therefore, soothing the liver and regulating qi, activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, are the primary treatment principles for this condition. “When qi flows, blood flows; when qi stagnates, blood stasis arises.” “Qi is the commander of blood, and blood is the mother of qi.” Thus, activating blood circulation and resolving stasis requires combining it with qi-regulating and qi-moving medicines to achieve harmonization of qi and blood. The “Inner Canon” states: “When a woman reaches the age of twenty-seven, the Heavenly Essence arrives; the Chong meridian is open, the Taichong meridian is full, and menstrual flow occurs on schedule, thus enabling conception. But when the Chong meridian is deficient at the age of seventy-seven, the Taichong meridian declines, the Heavenly Essence ceases, and the Earthly Way is blocked—thus, the body deteriorates and conception is impossible.” Reaching the age of twenty-seven marks the normal menstrual cycle; when the Chong meridian is exhausted at the age of seventy-seven, menstruation stops, and this is also a normal physiological cycle. However, if menstruation continues to be irregular at the age of seventy-seven, it may be due to heat in the blood, blood stasis, or spleen deficiency. Heat in the blood often indicates liver stagnation; when liver qi stagnates for a long time, heat builds up, forcing blood to move unevenly. Use Dan Zhi Xiao Ya Sang or Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, with adjustments; blood stasis often indicates qi stagnation; when qi stagnates, blood stasis arises, and when blood stasis accumulates, it can overflow externally. Use Dan Zhi Xiao Ya Sang, Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, or Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, with additions. Spleen deficiency often results in qi losing its control, causing blood to not flow along the meridians and lack a proper destination. Use Ren Shen Gui Pi Tang or Gu Chong Tang to regulate qi and blood flow. (2) Dysmenorrhea and Endometriosis Dysmenorrhea is characterized by severe lower abdominal pain or lumbosacral pain during or around the menstrual period, accompanied by some autonomic nervous system symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, paleness, cold extremities, and cyanosis of the hands and feet. The primary pathogenic mechanism is Chong and Ren meridian dysfunction, qi stagnation and blood stasis, and cold congealing in the uterine cavity. Women rely heavily on blood as their source; when qi and blood become stagnant, blood flow is impeded. Alternatively, when yang is deficient and cold congeals, blood loses warmth, cold invades the uterine cavity, and the Chong and Ren meridians become blocked, leading to abdominal pain during menstruation. Activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, warming the meridians and dispelling cold, and regulating the Chong and Ren meridians are the primary treatment approaches. For qi stagnation and blood stasis, use Chai Hu Shu Gan San, Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, or Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, with adjustments. When combined with uterine fibroids or ovarian cysts, add Han San Qi, Shui Zhi, San Ling, E Zhu, Wu Ling Zhi, and other blood-activating and stasis-resolving herbs. For cold congealing in the uterine cavity, use Da Wen Jing Tang, Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, or Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, with adjustments. If the pain is severe and the extremities feel cold, indicating cold dampness and stagnation, and yang qi is trapped and unable to reach the exterior, consider adding炮附子, Gui Zhi, Gan Jiang, and Xi Xin to warm yang and tonify the kidneys, aiding the circulation of qi and blood. If blood pressure drops and you feel dizzy, add Dang Shen, Bai Zhu, Huang Qi, Mai Dong, and Wu Wei to nourish qi and strengthen the spleen. Endometriosis is characterized by proliferation, secretion, and bleeding that occur in response to periodic hormonal changes in the ovaries. The most common sites are the ovaries, the rectal pouches of the uterus, and the uterine ligaments. Cysts formed within the ovaries are also known as chocolate cysts. The primary clinical symptoms of this condition include heavy menstrual pain, recurrent exacerbations, lumbosacral pain, sexual intercourse pain, bowel pain, or a feeling of heaviness in the hepatic region. This condition often results from emotional distress, liver qi stagnation, qi stagnation and blood stasis, blood stasis obstructing the uterine cavity, blood flow being impeded, and the uterine meridians becoming blocked. Treatment focuses on Shao Fu Zhu Tang and Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, with adjustments. Since the uterine meridians may become blocked, this condition can lead to infertility, so prompt treatment is necessary. (3) Metrorrhagia (Functional Uterine Bleeding)

Metrorrhagia refers to non-cyclical uterine bleeding in women, occurring suddenly and rapidly, with a severity that can quickly escalate. Immediate action is needed to stop the bleeding and prevent shock due to low blood volume. This condition is commonly seen in adolescent and perimenopausal women. The primary pathogenic mechanism is Chong and Ren meridian insufficiency, with inadequate control over the flow of qi and blood. Alternatively, kidney qi deficiency may contribute to this condition.

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Input: Block surface is smooth, round or oval in shape, with clear boundaries, soft and flexible texture, no adhesion to surrounding tissues, and slow growth. Breast fibroadenoma falls under the category of "Lupi" in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It arises due to damage caused by excessive emotions, prolonged worry, liver dysfunction leading to stagnation of qi, accumulation of phlegm-dampness, and stagnation of qi and blood, which ultimately form lumps. The treatment principle is to soothe the liver, regulate qi, harmonize the qi mechanism, promote blood circulation, resolve stasis, and unblock the lactiferous ducts while resolving phlegm, softening hard masses, and dispersing stagnation. In the breast fibroadenoma formula, Chai Hu and Yujin are used as the principal herbs to soothe the liver, regulate qi, and relieve pain; Dang Gui, Zhi Ru Mo, and Bie Jia are used as auxiliary herbs to promote blood circulation, resolve stasis, and relieve pain; San Ling, E Zhu, Han San Qi, and Shui Zhi are used to resolve stasis, soften hard masses, and disperse stagnation; Rou Cong Rong nourishes the kidneys, warms yang, and dispels cold. Puyoung and Baishang Cao clear heat and detoxify, serving as the chief herbs. This formula is suitable for those with excess pathogenic factors but still strong vital energy; however, if vital energy is deficient, with symptoms like fatigue, sweating, and weight loss, it is better to nourish yin and replenish qi, resolve stasis, and disperse stagnation. The formula is prepared into a concentrated paste, then combined with Bingpian and hemp oil to create an external application paste for the breasts, achieving the effects of removing toxins, resolving stasis, promoting tissue regeneration, reducing swelling, and relieving pain—beneficial for mammary gland hyperplasia.

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or the elimination of fibroadenomas. Experimental studies have shown [1]: Chai Hu, Xia Ku Cao, Dang Gui, San Ling, E Zhu, Hua Cao, and Kombu possess the properties of regulating qi, activating blood circulation, softening hard masses, and dispersing stagnation; they can help regulate the liver, enhance the liver's ability to deactivate estrogen, reduce estrogen levels, and thereby promote the resolution and softening of mammary gland hyperplasia and adenomatous tissue.

References Liu Yulan, Yang Jinghong. Observation on 100 Cases Treated with Xiao Pi San Jie (Eliminating Stasis and Resolving Blockages) for Mammary Hyperplasia [J]. Practical Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2006, 22(12):737. “Psychological Doctor” (Lower Half Monthly Edition), July 2012

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 A Brief Discussion on Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Menstrual Disorders Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] Objective: To introduce Professor Pei Zhengxue’s experience in treating menstrual disorders. Methods: Through analysis and discussion based on outpatient cases. Results: Professor Pei typically treats menstrual disorders by strengthening the spleen and nourishing the kidneys, soothing the liver and nourishing blood, activating blood circulation, resolving stasis, and harmonizing the Chong and Ren meridians to achieve therapeutic effects. Conclusion: Treatment of menstrual disorders emphasizes regulating the liver, spleen, kidneys, and the Chong and Ren meridians; when qi and blood are harmonized, menstrual flow returns to normal. [Keywords] Menstrual disorders; differential diagnosis and treatment; case studies; Pei Zhengxue Menstrual disorders refer to a group of conditions characterized by abnormality in the duration, color, consistency, and amount of menstrual flow, as well as various symptoms that accompany the menstrual cycle. They are also common diseases among women [1]. Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. Professor Pei possesses a deep understanding of both Chinese and Western medicine, boasts extensive medical theory knowledge, rich clinical experience, and has achieved remarkable results in the differential diagnosis and treatment of gynecological menstrual irregularities. I. Etiology and Pathogenesis of Menstrual Disorders Professor Pei believes that menstrual disorders may result from external pathogenic factors, internal emotional trauma, congenital kidney deficiency, excessive sexual activity, imbalanced diet, or damage to the spleen and stomach, leading to dysfunction of the internal organs, imbalance of qi and blood, and deficiency of the Chong and Ren meridians. Western medicine attributes these conditions to disruptions in ovarian function and hormonal regulation within the body.

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II. Differentiation and Treatment (1) Assess the condition and seek the root cause, employing differential diagnosis and treatment For various gynecological conditions such as early menstruation, menorrhagia, prolonged menstrual periods, intermenstrual bleeding, fever during menstruation, or metrorrhagia, the primary cause is often blood heat. Women rely heavily on blood as their foundation, and menstrual flow depends on blood; gynecological conditions such as menstruation, pregnancy, childbirth, and lactation can all deplete yin and blood, leading to internal heat and excessive blood heat. To nourish yin and nourish blood, formulas like Dadi Tang, Er Zhi Wan, and Sì Wu Tang are often used. Dysfunctional menstruation, delayed menstruation, amenorrhea, or metrorrhagia, along with infertility, are often associated with kidney yang deficiency and cold congealing in the uterine cavity. Kidney serves as the root of the Chong and Ren meridians; when kidney yang is deficient and cold prevails internally, dysfunctional menstruation occurs. Treatment focuses on warming the uterine cavity; Dà Wen Jing Tang is used for this purpose. Since essence and blood share a common origin, when kidney essence is depleted, menstruation may be delayed, ovarian failure may occur, leading to amenorrhea or infertility; formulas like Guifu Ba Wei Wan and Yulin Zhu Jia Wei are employed in such cases. (2) Emphasize the regulation of the relationship between the internal organs, the spleen, and the qi and blood.

1. Focus primarily on tonifying the kidneys, treating the root cause to regulate menstruation. As stated in Jingyue Quan Shu, “The key to regulating menstruation lies in nourishing the spleen and stomach to replenish the source of blood, and nurturing kidney qi to stabilize the blood chamber. Once these two principles are understood, one can achieve complete harmony.” As described in Fu Qingzhu’s “Women’s Medical Classics,” “Menstrual fluid originates from the kidneys.” The kidneys are the root of innate vitality, storing essence, governing reproduction, and serving as the source of Heavenly Essence and the root of the Chong and Ren meridians, where qi and blood take root [2]. When kidney essence is deficient, menstrual flow may be reduced or delayed; treatment focuses on replenishing essence and blood, warming the kidneys and restoring yang, allowing yin to rise and the source to remain uninterrupted. Formulas like You Gui Wan, Shou Tai Wan, and Gui Shen Wan are chosen for this purpose.
2. Soothe the liver and regulate qi, nourish blood, and regulate menstruation—focusing on activating blood circulation and resolving stasis. The liver stores blood; the liver’s nature is yin, yet it utilizes yang; when liver blood is insufficient, liver yang becomes overly active, and fire rises while wind moves. Since the liver governs the free flow of qi, when its function is impaired, liver qi becomes stagnant, and stagnation leads to fire, potentially causing early menstruation, menorrhagia, prolonged menstrual periods, metrorrhagia, or even vomiting during menstruation. Treatment focuses on soothing the liver and regulating qi, nourishing blood, and regulating menstruation; formulas like Dan Zhi Xiao Ya Sang, Sì Wu Tang, and Er Zhi Wan are used. When qi stagnates and blood stasis accumulates, symptoms such as blood disorders, dysmenorrhea, masses or nodules, menstrual irregularities, or amenorrhea may appear. Treatment focuses on activating blood circulation and resolving stasis; formulas like Tao Hong Si Wu Tang and Shao Fu Zhu Tang are employed.
3. Strengthen the spleen and generate blood, replenishing innate resources. The spleen and stomach serve as the source of qi and blood production; menstruation, pregnancy, childbirth, and lactation all rely on them for nourishment. The kidneys are the source of innate vitality, storing essence, governing reproduction, and ensuring that both innate and acquired resources mutually nurture each other, jointly managing menstruation. Formulas like Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang, Ren Shen Gui Pi Tang, and Guo Chong Tang are available for selection.
4. Regulate and nourish the Chong and Ren meridians, filling the extraordinary channels. “The Chong is the sea of blood,” and “the Ren governs conception”; the two are interconnected, enabling one to bear children. When the Chong meridian is deficient, menstrual irregularities and milk duct obstruction may occur; when the Ren meridian is damaged, conditions such as leucorrhea, pregnancy, and postpartum ailments may arise. Thus, the Ren meridian is the foundation of pregnancy and childbirth, while the Chong meridian is the channel through which menstruation flows. Formulas include Dà Bu Yuan Jian, Gui Shen Wan, and Shou Tai Wan, adjusted as needed. III. Typical Cases [Case] Li, a 18-year-old female, experienced menstruation that started one week early, with heavy flow and continuous bleeding for half a month without stopping. She felt fatigued, weak, dizzy, had trouble sleeping, her complexion was slightly yellow, and her appetite was poor. Her first period occurred at age 13, with a blood pressure of 90/60 mmHg. Diagnosis: 1. Menstrual irregularity (early onset), 2. Metrorrhagia, 3. Hypotension. A combination of Gui Pi Tang and Guo Chong Tang was prescribed, with adjustments made. Party Shen 15g, Bai Zhu 10g, Huang Qi 10g, Gan Cao 6g, Chao Zao Ren 10g, Long Yin Mu 10g, Wu Bei Zi 10g, Brown Charcoal 10g, Sheng Long Mu and Mao 15g each, Wu Che Gu 15g, Bai Shao 10g, Shan Yu Rou 10g. After the second consultation, following 14 doses of the prescription, her menstrual flow stopped, her dizziness and insomnia improved, and she reported lower back soreness and discomfort. Her condition was attributed to kidney qi deficiency; Gui Pi Tang, with additions of Du Zhong, Chuan Duan, Po Guo Zhi, and Ai Ye, led to recovery. According to the case, the young woman’s early menstruation and continuous bleeding, along with dizziness and insomnia, were indicative of a leak syndrome caused by spleen failure in blood regulation. Gui Pi Tang guided blood back to the spleen, while Guo Chong Tang strengthened the chong meridian and helped retain blood. Party Shen, Bai Zhu, and Huang Qi nourished qi and strengthened the spleen; Chao Zao Ren, Long Mu, and Bai Shao, along with Shan Yu Rou and Brown Charcoal, helped calm the mind and soothe the nerves. Bai Shao, Wu Che Gu, Shan Yu Rou, and Brown Charcoal helped stop bleeding through their astringent properties. The second consultation focused on nourishing qi and strengthening the spleen, reinforcing the kidneys, and fostering mutual growth between innate and acquired resources—blood and essence complemented each other, allowing menstrual flow to regulate naturally. [Case] Li, a 38-year-old female, experienced a one-week delay in her menstrual cycle. Each time she menstruated, she experienced cold abdominal pain, heavy flow, blood clots, dark red blood, abundant vaginal discharge with clear consistency, cold hands and feet, a red tongue with a white coating, and a tense pulse. Ultrasound showed adenomyosis of the uterus and ovarian cysts. Diagnosis: 1. Adenomyosis of the uterus, ovarian cysts, 2. Menstrual irregularity, dysmenorrhea, 3. Ovarian inflammation. Traditional Chinese Medicine differentiation: Cold congealing in the uterine cavity, qi stagnation and blood stasis, combined with cold dampness. Treatment principle: Warm the meridians, dispel cold, activate blood circulation and resolve stasis. Formula: Shao Fu Zhu Tang with added Wen Jing Tang. Tao Ren 10g, Hong Hua 6g, Dang Gui 10g, Bai Shao 10g, Chuan Xiong 6g, Gan Jiang 6g, Xiao Hui Xiang 10g, Pu Huang 10g, Wu Ling Zhi 10g, Gui Zhi 10g, Party Shen 10g, Yuan Hu 10g, Chuan Lian Zi 20g, Long Gu 15g, Mao Li 15g. After the second consultation, following 14 doses of the prescription, her abdominal pain lessened, her limbs gradually warmed, and her vaginal discharge decreased. The prescription was supplemented with Sheng Long Mu and San Ling 10g. She continued taking the formula for three months, alternating with Gui Zhi Fu Ling Pills.

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After six months of follow-up, her menstrual cycle returned to normal.

Adenomyosis of the uterus (endometriosis), characterized by progressively worsening dysmenorrhea accompanied by abdominal masses and nodules [3], is a condition where blood stasis in the Chong and Ren meridians causes abdominal pain during menstruation, heavy flow with blood clots, and cold dampness in the yang, leading to coldness in the limbs and cold abdominal pain. Therefore, treatment focuses on warming the meridians, dispelling cold, activating blood circulation, and regulating the Chong and Ren meridians. Shao Fu Zhu Tang activates blood circulation and resolves stasis, while Wu Ling Zhi, Pu Huang, Yuan Hu, and Chuan Lian Zi help resolve stasis and relieve pain. Wen Jing Tang warms and opens the meridians. Long Gu, Mao Li, and Wu Che Gu help stop leakage. Gui Zhi Fu Ling Pills gently resolve masses and nodules. San Ling and E Zhu work together to activate blood circulation, resolve stasis, relieve pain, and eliminate accumulation, making them useful for amenorrhea and abdominal masses [4].

[Case] Li, a 27-year-old female who had been married for four years without conceiving, had irregular menstrual cycles. Her last menstrual period had been missed for six months. Gynecological examination revealed secondary amenorrhea. She had undergone three abortions, and her menstrual flow gradually decreased over time. She usually had little vaginal discharge, lower back pain and fatigue, a pale tongue with a thin white coating, and a deep, fine pulse. Western medical diagnosis: 1. Amenorrhea, 2. Premature ovarian failure, 3. Secondary infertility. Traditional Chinese Medicine differentiation: Deficiency of the Chong and Ren meridians, weakness of qi and blood. Treatment principle: Nourish qi and blood, regulate the Chong and Ren meridians. Prescription: Yulin Zhu Jia Wei. Dang Gui 10g, Shao Yao 10g, Shu Di 10g, Chuan Xiong 10g, Party Shen 15g, Bai Zhu 10g, Fu Ling 10g, Gan Cao 6g, Du Zhong 10g, Tu Si Zi 10g, Lu Jiao Jiao 10g, Chuan Lian Zi 6g, Xiang Fu 10g, Yi Mu Cao 15g, Zi He Che 10g (for oral administration). Brew the herbs into a decoction, one dose per day. After the second consultation, following 30 days of treatment, her menstrual cycle began, though the flow was somewhat light, she experienced lower abdominal pain, and her overall mental state improved slightly. Her condition was characterized by cold in the uterus and blood stasis, with insufficient Chong and Ren meridians. The prescription was supplemented with Gui Zhi 10g, Gan Jiang 6g, Wu Ye 6g, A Jiao 10g, Mai Dong 10g. After the third consultation, following 30 doses of medication, her menstrual cycle had returned to normal, with moderate flow. She was advised to take Yulin Zhu before her period and Wen Jing Tang after her period. After two months of continuous treatment, her menstrual cycle returned to normal. Six months later, she became pregnant and gave birth to a healthy baby boy.

Due to delayed menstruation and multiple abortions, ovarian function and hormonal regulation were disrupted, leading to premature ovarian failure and amenorrhea—infertility [5]. These conditions resulted from damage to the Chong and Ren meridians and insufficient qi and blood. Yulin Zhu nourishes the kidneys and replenishes essence, regulating the Chong and Ren meridians. Zi He Che powder, a nutrient-rich substance derived from blood and flesh, nourishes the organs, fills the extraordinary channels, and greatly replenishes qi and blood [6]; Wen Jing Tang warms the kidneys, restores yang, dispels cold, nourishes blood, and removes stasis—creating a harmonious balance between qi and blood, a perfect combination of formulas that regulates menstruation, ensures sufficient qi and blood, and helps conceive. References: [1] Luo Yuan Kai. Traditional Chinese Medicine Gynecology [M]. Shanghai: Science and Technology Press, 1989, 4:.

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Chapter 12: Gynecological Diseases Experience in Applying Pei Zhengxue’s Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis Therapy in Gynecological Diseases Zhan Wenguo

Professor Pei Zhengxue believed that pelvic inflammatory disease is the foundation of all gynecological diseases; 80%–90% of gynecological diseases develop on the basis of pelvic inflammatory disease. Due to the unique characteristics of female reproductive organs—fronting the bladder, behind the uterus, and adjacent to the rectum—these organs are prone to pelvic infections, congestion, and edema due to bodily secretions. Clinical symptoms include lower abdominal pain, increased vaginal discharge, lower back pain, menstrual irregularities, and even abdominal pain during menstruation, dark red menstrual flow with blood clots, known as “Pelvic Stasis Syndrome.” The primary pathogenic mechanism of this condition is blood stasis, with intense heat toxicity; Western medicine views it as pelvic infection. Professor Pei proposed a treatment approach that focuses on activating blood circulation, resolving stasis, clearing heat and detoxifying, and regulating the Chong and Ren meridians, offering valuable insights for the treatment of gynecological diseases.

I. Gynecological Diseases Arise from Stasis—Proposing the Principle of Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis In gynecological diseases, pelvic stasis syndrome is often caused by blood stasis; infection can lead to blood stasis, and blood stasis can, in turn, lead to infection—both are interdependent and mutually influential. Modern Western medicine diagnoses this condition as chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, often prescribing large doses of antibiotics such as cefoperazone, levofloxacin hydrochloride, or ornidazole, focusing solely on anti-inflammatory treatment and achieving temporary relief of clinical symptoms, but with poor long-term efficacy. Because Western medicine fails to employ blood-activating and stasis-resolving medications to eliminate the underlying causes of these diseases—namely, the residual blood stasis in the gynecological system—Traditional Chinese Medicine uses blood activation and stasis resolution as a foundational treatment approach. Blood-activating and stasis-resolving medicines can significantly improve symptoms related to blood stasis. Zhang Zhongjing’s “Golden Cabinet Essentials” states: “Women who have suffered from chronic illnesses, whose menstrual cycles have not yet reached three months, yet continue to experience uncontrollable bleeding, or whose fetus moves above the navel, are considered to suffer from chronic conditions.” “If a woman experiences bleeding in the sixth month of pregnancy, and the menstrual flow is abundant, the fetus is present; if there is bleeding after three months, the menstrual flow does not stop—this condition persists because the illness is not cured. To treat this condition, Gui Zhi Fu Ling Pills are recommended.” This indicates that Gui Zhi Fu Ling Pills possess the functions of activating blood circulation, resolving stasis, and dissolving masses. Lower abdominal pain accompanied by increased vaginal discharge, yellowish in color, loss of appetite, fatigue, sluggish speech, yellow or red urine, constipation, a red tongue with a tense, slippery pulse—these are common symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease in gynecology, indicating spleen deficiency and damp-heat syndrome, requiring treatment focused on clearing heat and detoxifying, strengthening the spleen and drying dampness. Therefore, all gynecological inflammations must focus on activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, followed by clearing heat and detoxifying, and regulating the Chong and Ren meridians. II. Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis Requires Combination with Traditional Chinese Medicine Differentiation and Treatment, Employing Flexible Strategies (1) Menstrual Irregularities Early menstruation is often due to heat, while late menstruation may indicate cold; irregular periods that are both early and late may reflect an interplay between cold and heat. The common underlying cause is qi and blood stasis, and treatment should focus on activating blood circulation and resolving stasis. Clinically, 50%–60% of gynecological diseases are primarily driven by blood stasis, while 20%–40% are caused by endocrine dysfunction. For these conditions, it is essential to soothe the liver to regulate the Chong and Ren meridians. Since the liver governs the free flow of qi, when liver qi is stagnant, qi stagnation leads to blood stasis. Therefore, soothing the liver and regulating qi, activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, are the primary treatment principles for this condition. “When qi flows, blood flows; when qi stagnates, blood stasis arises.” “Qi is the commander of blood, and blood is the mother of qi.” Thus, activating blood circulation and resolving stasis requires combining it with qi-regulating and qi-moving medicines to achieve harmonization of qi and blood. As the Inner Classic says: “When a woman reaches the age of twenty-seven, Heavenly Essence arrives; the Ren meridian becomes open, the Taichong meridian flourishes, and menstrual flow occurs on schedule, enabling conception. But when the Ren meridian becomes deficient at seventy-seven, the Taichong meridian declines, Heavenly Essence ceases, and the natural pathways are blocked—resulting in physical decline and lack of conception.” Reaching the age of twenty-seven marks the normal menstrual cycle; when the Ren meridian becomes deficient at seventy-seven, menstruation stops, and this is also a normal physiological cycle. If menstruation continues to be irregular at seventy-seven, it may be due to heat in the blood, blood stasis, or spleen deficiency. Heat in the blood may stem from liver stagnation; when liver qi stagnates for a long time, heat builds up, forcing blood to move, so formulas like Dan Zhi Xiao Ya Sang or Tao Hong Si Wu Tang are used with modifications; blood stasis may result from qi stagnation; when qi stagnates, blood stasis arises, and when blood stasis occurs, it can overflow, so formulas like Dan Zhi Xiao Ya Sang, Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, or Gui Zhi Fu Ling Pills are used with adjustments. Spleen deficiency may result from qi failing to control the flow of blood; formulas like Ren Shen Gui Pi Tang or Guo Chong Tang are used to address this issue. (2) Dysmenorrhea and Endometriosis Dysmenorrhea is characterized by severe lower abdominal pain or lumbar-sacral pain during or just before menstruation, accompanied by some autonomic nervous system symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, paleness, cold extremities, and cyanosis of the hands and feet. The primary pathogenic mechanism is Chong and Ren meridian dysfunction, qi stagnation and blood stasis, and cold congealing in the uterine cavity. Women rely heavily on blood as their foundation; when qi and blood become stagnant, blood flow is impeded. Alternatively, when yang is deficient and cold congeals, blood loses warmth, cold enters the uterine cavity, and the Chong and Ren meridians become blocked, leading to abdominal pain during menstruation. Activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, warming the meridians and dispelling cold, and regulating the Chong and Ren meridians are the primary treatment approaches. For qi stagnation and blood stasis, formulas like Chai Hu Shu Gan San, Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, or Gui Zhi Fu Ling Pills are used with adjustments. When combined with uterine fibroids or ovarian cysts, formulas like Han San Qi, Shui Zhi, San Ling, E Zhu, Wu Ling Zhi, or Pu Huang are used to activate blood circulation and resolve stasis. For cold congealing in the uterine cavity, formulas like Dà Wen Jing Tang, Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, or Gui Zhi Fu Ling Pills are used with adjustments. If the pain is severe and the extremities feel cold, indicating cold dampness and stagnation, and yang qi is blocked and unable to reach the exterior, then formulas like Bo Fu Zi, Gui Zhi, Gan Jiang, and Xi Xin can be added to warm yang and tonify the kidneys, aiding the flow of qi and blood. If blood pressure drops and you feel dizzy, add Party Shen, Bai Zhu, Huang Qi, Mai Dong, and Wu Wei to strengthen qi and nourish the spleen. Endometriosis involves proliferation, secretion, and bleeding occurring in response to cyclical changes in ovarian hormones. The most common sites are the ovaries, the rectal pouches of the uterus, and the uterine ligaments. Cysts formed within the ovaries are also known as chocolate cysts. The primary clinical symptoms of this condition include heavy menstrual pain, recurrent exacerbations, lower back and lumbar pain, pain during intercourse, pain during bowel movements, or a feeling of heaviness in the liver region. This condition often arises from emotional distress, liver qi stagnation, qi stagnation and blood stasis, blood stasis obstructing the uterine cavity, blood flow being impeded, and the uterine meridians becoming blocked. Treatment focuses on Shao Fu Zhu Tang and Gui Zhi Fu Ling Pills with adjustments. Because blocked uterine meridians can lead to infertility, active treatment is necessary. (3) Metrorrhagia (Functional Uterine Bleeding)

Metrorrhagia refers to non-cyclical uterine bleeding in women, sudden in onset, rapid in progression, and extremely severe in severity—requiring prompt treatment to stop the bleeding and prevent shock due to low blood volume. This condition is commonly seen in adolescent and perimenopausal women. The primary pathogenic mechanism is the failure of the Chong and Ren meridians to properly regulate and control blood flow; or kidney qi deficiency.

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(4) Infertility The onset of infertility often stems from imbalances in the Chong and Ren channels, as well as stagnation of qi and blood. To address this, treatment typically focuses on promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis. Over time, prolonged stagnation can lead to inflammation, so clearing heat and detoxifying the body is a common therapeutic approach. When blood reservoirs are deficient and the uterine cavity lacks nourishment, resulting in reduced menstrual flow or amenorrhea, tonifying qi and nourishing blood becomes the primary treatment strategy. The causes of infertility include blocked fallopian tubes, adnexitis, low levels of androgen hormones, chromosomal abnormalities, pelvic masses, as well as low sperm count or sperm deformities in men. Additionally, frequent induced abortions can lead to premature ovarian failure and positive anti-sperm antibodies, which may also contribute to infertility. In clinical practice, treatment should be tailored to each case, avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach to promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis. Regulating the Chong and Ren channels—strengthening the body’s fundamental energy, promoting blood circulation, and clearing heat and detoxifying—are the three core principles for treating this condition. Methods to regulate the Chong and Ren channels include soothing the liver and strengthening the spleen, nourishing yin and tonifying the kidneys, warming yang and tonifying the kidneys, and nourishing qi and blood. Common formulas include Danzhi Xiaoyao San, Liuwei Dihuang Tang, Gui Fu Di Huang Tang, Baoyuan Tang, Shi Quan Da Bu Tang, Yulin Zhu, and Da Wen Jing Tang; for promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, commonly used formulas include Taohong Si Wu Tang, Shaobu Zhu Yu Tang, Xuefu Zhu Yu Tang, Shixiao San, Jinlingzi San, Xiao Huoluo Dan, Han San Qi, and Shui Zhi; for clearing heat and detoxifying, options include Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin, Xianfang Huo Ming Yin, Toli Tu Cheng San, Longdan Xie Gan Tang, Bi Xie Shen Shi Tang, and Bi Xie Fen Qing Yin. In all of the above-mentioned treatment formulas, Taohong Si Wu Tang should be incorporated to promote blood circulation and resolve stasis, improving symptoms related to blood stasis and reducing or eliminating inflammation. On the other hand, conditions such as uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, cervical cancer, and other diseases often come with symptoms like prolonged menstrual bleeding, abdominal pain, and lower back pain. The use of herbs that promote blood circulation and resolve stasis can help alleviate pain and enhance clinical efficacy.

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Chapter 12: Gynecological Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience Using Fuyankang Formula for Chronic Pelvic Inflammation Zhan Wenguo, Chang Juan [Abstract] By analyzing typical clinical cases, this study summarizes Professor Pei Zhengxue’s experience in using Fuyankang formula to treat chronic pelvic inflammatory disease. [Keywords] Chronic Pelvic Inflammation; Fuyankang Formula; Clinical Experience; Pei Zhengxue

Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease often develops from prolonged acute gynecological infections. Clinically, patients frequently experience lower abdominal distension and pain, or dull aching in the lumbosacral region, which tends to worsen after exertion, during sexual intercourse, or around the time of menstruation. Systemic symptoms are usually mild, though occasional fever, limb soreness, fatigue, and poor appetite may occur.

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. I often had the opportunity to observe him in clinical practice, and now I would like to share the following report on Professor Pei’s clinical experience in treating chronic pelvic inflammatory disease with Fuyankang formula: I. Causes and Treatment Principles of Chronic Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Extrinsic pathogenic factors and blood stasis within the uterine cavity, along with damp-heat descending into the lower abdomen, forming a complex interplay with blood stasis, obstructing the flow of qi and blood. Prolonged illness leads to depletion of essence and blood, resulting in liver and kidney deficiency, and qi and blood deficiency. Thus, the external pathogenic factors, blood stasis, and damp-heat descending are the external manifestations, while liver and kidney deficiency, qi and blood insufficiency are the underlying causes. Treatment should address both the symptoms and the root causes, focusing on treating both the symptoms and the root causes—addressing the symptoms when they are acute, and treating the root causes when they are mild, using methods such as clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, strengthening the spleen and tonifying the kidneys, and eliminating dampness to stop leukorrhea.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 II. Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience Based on these disease mechanisms, Professor Pei Zhengxue developed his own Fuyankang formula. This formula includes ingredients such as Gui Zhi, Fu Ling, Dan Pi, Tao Ren, Bai Shao, Bai Xian Pi, Sheng Long Mu, Uchi Gou, Pu Gong Ying, Baisiang Cao, Ma Chi Xian, and others. It has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting blood circulation and relieving pain, regulating menstruation and stopping leukorrhea, and killing parasites while alleviating itching—both dispelling evil and supporting the body’s vital energy [1]. It is used for chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, uterine fibroids, tubal adhesions, cervical cancer, and other gynecological conditions. Adjustments based on individual symptoms include: for dysmenorrhea, add Yan Hu Suo 10g, Chuan Lian Zi 20g, Wu Ling Zhi 10g, Pu Huang 10g; for pelvic fluid accumulation, add Fu Ling 10g, Bai Zhu 10g, Ze Xie 10g; for anovulation, add Yin Yang He 10g, Tu Si 10g, Zi He Che 10g, Lu Jiao Gou 10g, Shui Zhi 10g; for early menstruation, add Dan Pi 6g, Shan Zhi Zi 10g, Dang Gui 10g, Bai Zhu 10g, Chai Hu 10g; for delayed menstruation, add Dang Shen 10g, Wu Yu 6g, Gan Jiang 6g; for lower back and lumbar pain, add Du Du 10g, Chuan Xu Duan 10g, Sang Ji Sheng 10g; for abdominal distension and poor appetite, add Zhi Ke 10g, Hou Pu 10g; for excessive menstruation, add A Jiao 10g, Jiao Ai Ye 10g; for light menstruation, add Dan Shen 10g, Ji Xue Teng 20g; for fear of cold, add Zhi Fu Pian 6g, Lu Jiao Shuang 15g. For pelvic adhesions with masses, add San Ling and E Ru Zhi, each 10g to resolve stasis and soften the tissue; for incomplete intestinal obstruction, add Zhi Shi 10g, Hou Pu 10g, Da Huang 10g, Mang Xiao 10g; for vulvar itching, add Bai Xian Pi 15g, Di Fu Zi 10g, She Chong Zi 10g; for thick, tofu-like discharge due to fungal infection, add Ai Ye 10g, Yin Chen 20g, Huai Hua 15g, Yi Mu Cao 15g. Additionally, you can use She Chong Zi 15g, Ku Shen 30g, Huang Bo 10g, Ming Fan 10g, and steep them in 2000ml of boiling water for sitz baths and herbal steam treatments. If the discharge is grayish-yellow and foamy, thin in consistency, with a fishy odor and vulvar itching, this may indicate trichomoniasis, often caused by spleen deficiency leading to dampness, dampness transforming into heat, damp-heat accumulating, and trichomonas infection. Add Liang Qian 10g, Sheng Yi Mi 30g, He Shi 10g, She Chong Zi 10g; if the discharge is clear and odorless, indicating spleen deficiency unable to transform dampness, add Wan Dai Tang (Ginseng, Bai Zhu, Gan Cao, Shan Yao, Bai Shao, Cang Zhu, Chen Pi, Jing Jie, Chai Hu, Che Qian Zi, and others); if the discharge is abundant and accompanied by lower back pain, this may indicate kidney deficiency, adding Du Zhong 10g, Tu Si 10g; yellow discharge suggests dampness transforming into heat, add Yi Huang Tang (Huang Bo, Qian Shi, Shan Yao, Che Qian Zi, Bai Guo); for infertility, it is necessary to identify the underlying cause and proceed with further treatment. If the problem is due to blocked or obstructed fallopian tubes, consider fallopian tube lavage therapy; add Pao Shan Jia 10g, Zao Jiao Ci 20g, Lu Lu Tong 10g, Dan Shen 15g to promote blood circulation and resolve stasis, expanding the tubes and opening the pathways; for uterine hypoplasia, add Shan Yu Rou 10g, Zi He Che 10g—both nourishing blood and flesh—and other similar tonifying herbs; if the male partner has low sperm count or weak sperm,

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Zhang, female, 45 years old, presented with lower abdominal pain accompanied by fever for two days. Medical history: The patient had experienced intrauterine residue after a medical abortion one week ago and underwent surgical evacuation. Two days after surgery, she began experiencing a feeling of heaviness and distension in the left lower abdomen, radiating to the lumbosacral region, with a fever of 39°C, chills, dark brown vaginal discharge, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and poor appetite. After taking anti-inflammatory and hemostatic medications, her symptoms improved. Her tongue was dark red with a white, greasy coating, and her pulse was slippery and rapid. Ultrasound showed enlargement of the left adnexa, a dark fluid area in the pelvic cavity, rectouterine space, approximately 35 mm deep. Past medical history: The patient was healthy with no significant past medical history. Menstrual history: First menstrual period at age 13, lasting 3 days, with a cycle of 25–27 days. Menstruation was regular, with light flow and a pale red color. Her last menstrual period was on October 25, 2009. Gynecological examination: Vulva was normally developed, uterus tilted anteriorly, size normal, abdomen soft, with tenderness in the left lower abdomen (+), and rebound tenderness (+). Western medical diagnosis: Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, adnexitis. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis: The patient suffered damage to the lower yuan due to a medical abortion, with external pathogenic factors and blood stasis within the body. Treatment focused on promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, clearing heat and detoxifying. The formula used was a self-made Fuyankang formula with adjustments. Gui Zhi 10g, Fu Ling 10g, Dan Pi 6g, Tao Ren 10g, Bai Shao 10g, Hong Hua 6g, Sheng Long Mu 15g, Sheng Mu Li 15g, Uchi Gou 15g, Yan Hu Suo 10g, Chuan Lian Zi 20g, Pu Gong Ying 15g, Baisiang Cao 15g, Ma Chi Xian 15g, Ku Shen 20g, Xiang Fu 6g, Yi Mu Cao 15g, Gan Cao 6g. The formula was decocted and taken once daily for 7 doses. At the second visit, the lower abdominal pain subsided, the lower back pain improved, the discharge decreased, and the fever did not recur. The patient reported fatigue, poor appetite, abdominal distension, a red tongue with a white coating, a tense and slippery pulse. Adding Pu Gong Ying and Baisiang Cao, along with Dang Shen 15g, Bai Zhu 10g, Huang Qi 12g, Du Zhong 10g, and Sheng Yi Mi 30g to strengthen the spleen and eliminate dampness. After three months of treatment, all symptoms resolved, and follow-up visits over six months revealed no abnormalities.

IV. Reflections Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease falls under the categories of “dysuria,” “dysmenorrhea,” and “infertility” in traditional Chinese medicine. Professor Pei believed that the causes of this condition were related to excessive sexual activity and childbirth, leading to damage to kidney qi, inherent spleen deficiency, internal dampness, or a diet rich in fatty, sweet, and cold foods, as well as excessive consumption of greasy and oily foods, which could lead to damp-heat descending into the lower abdomen. Alternatively, it could result from liver qi stagnation, qi stagnation and blood stasis, combined with damp-heat, damaging the Chong and Ren channels, causing imbalance in qi and blood, and ultimately leading to illness. Postpartum infections, various gynecological surgeries, poor hygiene during menstruation, or inflammation spreading from nearby organs—such as appendicitis or peritonitis—can also trigger pelvic inflammatory disease [2–3]. Clinically, the main symptoms include lower abdominal pain, lower back pain, and excessive vaginal discharge or fever. Treatment focuses on promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, regulating qi and relieving pain, while also clearing heat and detoxifying, strengthening the spleen and stopping leukorrhea. In Fuyankang formula, Gui Zhi warms the meridians, disperses cold, and harmonizes the blood and qi. Fu Ling is sweet and bland, draining dampness and strengthening the spleen while replenishing qi. Dan Pi clears heat and cools the blood, while Tao Ren promotes blood circulation and resolves stasis, lubricating the intestines and aiding bowel movements. Bai Shao, with its sour and sweet properties, nourishes yin and soothes the liver, relieving pain. Sheng Long Mu and Uchi Gou constrict and stop leukorrhea. Pu Gong Ying, Baisiang Cao, Jin Yin Hua, and Lian Qiao clear heat and detoxify, while also inhibiting fungal growth. Xiang Fu is a sacred herb for regulating menstruation, promoting qi and relieving pain; Yi Mu Cao promotes blood circulation and resolves stasis while regulating menstruation and relieving pain. Together, these herbs work synergistically to promote blood circulation and resolve stasis, regulate qi and menstruation, and clear heat and detoxify. Promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, clearing heat and detoxifying can accelerate the absorption of pelvic inflammation, relieve adhesions, soften masses, and improve blood circulation [4]. References [1] Pei Zhengxue. Experimental Study on the Use of Fuyankang Formula for Chronic Pelvic Inflammatory Disease [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003.02:320–322. [2] Cong Chunyu. Clinical Experience in Treating Chronic Pelvic Inflammatory Disease in Traditional Chinese Gynecology [M]. Beijing: China Traditional Chinese Medicine Press, 1994.02:204–205. [3] Luo Yuan Kai. Dysfunctional Vaginal Discharge. Chinese Gynecology [M]. 1989.04:90–91. [4] Li Tingguo. Clinical Treatment of 72 Cases of Chronic Pelvic Inflammatory Disease with a Self-Made Pelvic Inflammatory Formula, Western Chinese Medicine [J], 2011.10:58–59. China Practical Medicine, 2012, Issue 11.

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Chapter 12: Gynecological Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Premature Ovarian Failure with Warm-Regulating Decoction Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] By analyzing typical clinical cases, this study summarizes Professor Pei Zhengxue’s experience in using Warm-Regulating Decoction to treat premature ovarian failure. [Keywords] Premature Ovarian Failure; Warm-Regulating Decoction; Clinical Experience; Pei Zhengxue

Premature ovarian failure refers to the phenomenon where women experience ovarian function decline before the age of 40, characterized by persistent amenorrhea and ovarian atrophy, declining estrogen levels, and elevated gonadotropin levels [1]. Clinical manifestations include light menstrual flow, even amenorrhea, hot flashes and night sweats, anxiety and depression, irritability and restlessness, insomnia, dizziness, vaginal dryness, decreased vaginal discharge, reduced libido, dark spots on the skin—symptoms commonly seen in the pre-menopausal period.

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. He specializes in treating various difficult and complex cases. I had the privilege of studying under Professor Pei and listening to his teachings. Now, I would like to share the following report on Professor Pei Zhengxue’s experience in treating premature ovarian failure with Warm-Regulating Decoction.

I. Causes and Pathogenesis of Premature Ovarian Failure

Premature ovarian failure falls under the categories of “blood deficiency,” “amenorrhea,” and “infertility” in traditional Chinese medicine. The Classic of Difficulties in the Ancient Times states: “When a woman reaches the age of seven, her kidney qi is strong, her teeth grow longer; at the age of fourteen, the Heavenly Essence arrives, the Ren channel is full… the Tai Chong channel is prosperous, monthly menstruation occurs on time, thus giving rise to children. But at the age of seventy, the Ren channel becomes empty, the Tai Chong channel declines, the Heavenly Essence is exhausted, the natural pathway is blocked, and thus the body deteriorates, leaving no children.” [2] From this passage, we can see that the Heavenly Essence is the essential material basis for the production of monthly menstruation, and the Heavenly Essence is derived from the essence and blood stored in the kidneys. Thus, the kidneys serve as the source of the Heavenly Essence, and the Chong and Ren channels are the foundations of the Heavenly Essence. The kidneys are the roots of qi; the kidneys store essence and govern reproductive development. Essence can generate blood, and blood and essence share a common origin, nurturing life together. Miscarriages and excessive sexual activity can damage the kidneys, depleting essence and blood; when kidney yin is deficient and the Chong and Ren channels are depleted, menstrual flow becomes light; when kidney yang is deficient, cold arises from within, failing to warm the fetal vessels, leading to uterine coldness and affecting the flow of qi and blood, causing abdominal pain or amenorrhea [3]. The liver stores blood and governs the flow of qi; when liver qi is stagnant, one becomes irritable and easily angered, with pain in the flanks. Blood deficiency and liver stagnation can lead to dry eyes and blurred vision. Since blood and essence share a common origin, when liver and kidney deficiency occur, the Chong and Ren channels become weakened, leading to infrequent or absent menstruation. The spleen and stomach are the sources of qi and blood production; the Chong channel belongs to Yangming, and when the spleen and stomach’s qi and blood are strong, the blood reservoir is full, and monthly menstruation occurs on time. Therefore, liver stagnation, kidney deficiency, spleen deficiency, Chong and Ren channel deficiency, and uterine coldness are the primary pathogenic mechanisms behind premature ovarian failure. II. Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience Professor Pei believed that uterine coldness and Chong and Ren channel stasis were the key characteristics of this condition. Based on these pathogenic mechanisms, he chose the Golden Cabinet Warm-Regulating Decoction as a foundational formula, adjusting and modifying it for personalized treatment, achieving remarkable therapeutic results. The Warm-Regulating Decoction originated from Zhang Zhongjing’s “Golden Cabinet Essentials,” where he wrote: “A patient asked, ‘A woman who is fifty years old suffers from diarrhea that lasts for dozens of days, with fever in the evening, urgency in the lower abdomen, abdominal distension, burning sensation in the palms, dry lips and mouth—what is the cause?’ The master replied, ‘This condition is due to leucorrhea. Why? Because she has given birth twice, and blood stasis remains in the lower abdomen. How do we know this? Because her lips and mouth are dry, we can infer the cause.’ Therefore, the Warm-Regulating Decoction should be used to treat this condition.” [4] The formula contains ingredients such as Dang Shen, Wu Yu, Gui Zhi, A Jiao, Mai Dong, Gan Jiang, Ban Xia, Bai Shao, Sheng Di, Chuan Xiong, Dan Pi, and Gan Cao. Together, these herbs work to warm the channels, dispel cold, nourish blood, resolve stasis, and support the body’s vital energy while eliminating evil. Adjustments based on clinical symptoms include: for cold pain in the lower abdomen, remove Dan Pi and Mai Dong, adding Xiao Hui Xiang, Yuan Hu Suo, and Zhi Ke; for uterine fibroids or ovarian cysts, add Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, San Ling, E Ru Zhi, Han San Qi, and Shui Zhi; for prolonged menstrual bleeding with black blood clots, add Tao Ren and Hong Hua; for thick, clear vaginal discharge, add Sheng Long Mu and Uchi Gou; for yellow, thick vaginal discharge, add Huang Bo, Qian Shi, Che Qian Zi, Pu Gong Ying, and Baisiang Cao; for abdominal distension, remove A Jiao and Mai Dong, adding Zhi Shi, Hou Pu, and Mu Xiang; for fatigue and poor appetite, add Bai Zhu, Huang Qi, and Jiao San Xian; for light menstrual flow, add Dan Shen and Ji Xue Teng; for breast hyperplasia and breast pain, add Chai Hu, Lu Lu Tong, Bie Jia, and Zao Jiao Ci; for insomnia and irritability, add He Huan Pi, Ye Jiao Teng, and Chao Zao Ren; for long-term infertility, add Chao Du Zhong, Tu Si, Lu Jiao Gou, and Chuan … III. Case Examples

Li, female, 38 years old, presented with a complaint of missed periods for six months. Medical history: The patient had undergone one artificial abortion and two medical abortions in the past two years, and her periods had been missing for nearly six months. She felt cold and shivering, with cold limbs, lower back pain, and fatigue. After receiving progesterone injections at a local hospital, her periods returned, but she still did not have her next period. Herbal treatment had little effect. Normally, her menstrual flow was light, lasting only three days, with abdominal pain during menstruation, and clear, thin vaginal discharge. Current symptoms included six months of amenorrhea, feeling cold all over the body, lower back and leg pain, fatigue, dizziness, constipation, light vaginal discharge, dry vagina, diminished libido, hair loss, a red tongue with a thin white coating, and a slow, weak, and tense pulse. Past medical history: The patient was healthy with no special medical history. Menstrual history: First menstrual period at age 15, lasting 3–5 days, with a cycle of 26–28 days, moderate menstrual flow, a dark red color, with small blood clots, and abdominal pain during menstruation. In the past two years, her periods had been irregular, light in volume, lasting only two days, with breast swelling and pain before menstruation, a cycle of 35–40 days. Marital and reproductive history: She married at 28, gave birth to four children, and had a pregnancy and delivery. Gynecological examination: Vulva was normally developed, uterus tilted anteriorly, cervix with Grade II erosion, bilateral adnexa negative. Auxiliary examinations: Ultrasound showed a uterine anteroposterior diameter of 3.5 cm, endometrial thickness of 0.5 cm, uniform muscle layer echo, and reduced ovarian follicles on both sides. Serum hormone levels: LH 45.25 mol/L, E2 32.64 pg/ml, FSH 75.2 mol/L. Western medical diagnosis: Premature ovarian failure.

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,Failure to properly store and preserve the essence of traditional Chinese medicine. Alternatively, due to blood stasis within the body, new blood fails to be retained, leading to blood that does not follow the normal menstrual cycle. "When the condition is acute, treat the symptoms; when it is chronic, address the root cause." Employ flexible approaches such as blocking the flow, purifying the source, and restoring the original state, applying them according to individual symptoms. For those with spleen dysfunction in blood regulation, use Guibi Tang. For those with kidney deficiency and weakness, employ Yougui Wan or Zuo Gui Wan, adding Duzhenzi, Hanliancao, Sheng Longmu, Wuchui, Qiancao, Chuan Duan, Du Zhong, Tusi Zi, Sang Jisheng, and A Jiao to help consolidate and stop bleeding. For those with blood stasis within the body, utilize Jiao Ai Si Wu Tang, Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, and Sheng Hua Tang, adjusting their formulas based on specific conditions. If blood stasis persists without new blood being generated, whether due to spleen deficiency and failure to control blood or kidney deficiency and failure to retain blood, intrauterine blood stasis may occur, causing blood that has left the uterine cavity to fail to return quickly. Therefore, in all aforementioned treatments, it is advisable to add herbs that promote blood circulation and resolve stasis, while choosing hemostatic drugs that stop bleeding without leaving residual blood, and that resolve stasis without harming the body’s vital energy.

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(4) Infertility The onset of infertility is often linked to imbalances in the Chong and Ren meridians, as well as stagnation of qi and blood. To address this, we must focus on promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis. Prolonged stagnation can lead to inflammation, so clearing heat and detoxifying the body is a standard therapeutic approach. When blood reservoirs are deficient and the uterine cavity lacks nourishment, resulting in scanty menstruation or amenorrhea, tonifying qi and nourishing blood becomes the primary treatment strategy. The causes of infertility include blocked fallopian tubes, adnexitis, low levels of androgen hormones, chromosomal abnormalities, pelvic masses, as well as low sperm count or sperm deformities in men. Additionally, frequent induced abortions can lead to premature ovarian failure and positive anti-sperm antibodies, both contributing to infertility. In clinical practice, it is essential to differentiate between conditions and apply personalized treatment plans—not simply focusing on promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis. Regulating the Chong and Ren meridians (supporting the body’s fundamental strength and consolidating the root cause), promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, and clearing heat and detoxifying are the three core principles for treating this condition. To regulate the Chong and Ren meridians, one can employ methods such as soothing the liver and strengthening the spleen, nourishing yin and tonifying the kidneys, warming yang and tonifying the kidneys, or tonifying qi and nourishing blood. Commonly used formulas include Danzhi Xiaoyao San, Liu Wei Di Huang Tang, Gui Fu Di Huang Tang, Bao Yuan Tang, Shi Quan Da Bu Tang, Yu Lin Zhu, and Da Wen Jing Tang; for promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, commonly employed formulas include Taohong Si Wu Tang, Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang, Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, Shixiao San, Jin Ling Zi San, Xiao Huo Luan Dan, Han San Qi, and Shui Zhi; for clearing heat and detoxifying, options include Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin, Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin, Tu Li Tou Suo San, Long Dan Xie Gan Tang, Bi Xie Shen Shi Tang, and Bi Xie Fen Qing Yin. In all of the above treatment formulas, Taohong Si Wu Tang should be incorporated to promote blood circulation and resolve stasis, improving symptoms of blood stasis and alleviating or eliminating inflammation. On the other hand, conditions such as uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, cervical cancer, and other diseases often present with prolonged menstrual bleeding, abdominal pain, and lower back pain. The use of herbs that promote blood circulation and resolve stasis can help reduce pain and enhance clinical efficacy.

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Chronic pelvic inflammation often develops from prolonged acute gynecological infections. Clinically, patients frequently experience lower abdominal distension and pain, or soreness in the lumbosacral region, which tends to worsen after exertion, during intercourse, or around the time of menstruation. Systemic symptoms are usually mild, though occasional fever, joint stiffness, fatigue, and loss of appetite may occur.

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. I often had the opportunity to observe him in clinical practice. Below, I report Professor Pei’s clinical experience in using Fujian Kang Fang to treat chronic pelvic inflammation: I. Causes and Treatment Methods for Chronic Pelvic Inflammation

Extrinsic pathogenic factors combined with blood stasis within the uterine cavity, damp-heat descending, and blood stasis forming a mutual connection, obstructing the flow of qi and blood. Over time, this leads to depletion of essence and blood, as well as liver and kidney deficiency and qi-blood deficiency. Thus, the external pathogenic factors, blood stasis, and damp-heat are the external manifestations, while liver and kidney deficiency and qi-blood deficiency are the underlying causes. Treatment should address both the symptoms and root causes, treating the symptoms first, then addressing the root cause—clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, strengthening the spleen and tonifying the kidneys, and eliminating dampness to stop leukorrhea.

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Zhang, female, 45 years old, presented with lower abdominal pain accompanied by fever for two days. Medical history: The patient had experienced intrauterine retention following a medical abortion one week ago and underwent surgical evacuation. Two days post-surgery, she began experiencing dull, distending pain in the left lower abdomen radiating to the lumbosacral region, with a fever of 39°C, chills, dark brown vaginal discharge, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and poor appetite. After taking anti-inflammatory and hemostatic medications, her symptoms improved. Her tongue was dark red with a white, greasy coating, and her pulse was slippery and rapid. Ultrasound revealed thickening of the left adnexa, a dark fluid area in the pelvic cavity, rectouterine space, approximately 35 mm deep. Past medical history: The patient was healthy with no significant past medical issues. Menstrual history: First period at age 13, lasting 3 days, with a cycle of 25–27 days. Menstruation was regular, with light flow and a pale red color. Her last menstrual period was on October 25, 2009. Gynecological examination: Vulva was normally developed, uterus was anteriorly tilted, size consistent with normal, abdomen was soft, with tenderness in the left lower abdomen (+), and rebound tenderness (+). Western medical diagnosis: Chronic pelvic inflammation, adnexitis. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis: The patient suffered damage to the lower yuan due to a medical abortion, with external pathogenic factors and blood stasis within the body. Treatment focused on promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, clearing heat and detoxifying. The formula used was a modified version of Fujian Kang Fang. Ingredients included Gui Zhi 10g, Fu Ling 10g, Dan Pi 6g, Tao Ren 10g, Bai Shao 10g, Hong Hua 6g, Sheng Long Mu 15g, Sheng Mu Li 15g, Wuchui 15g, Yan Hu Suo 10g, Chuan Lian Zi 20g, Baisang Cao 15g, Ma Chi Xian 15g, Ku Shen 20g, Xiang Fu 6g, Yi Mu Cao 15g, Gan Cao 6g. The formula was decocted and taken once daily for 7 doses. At the second visit, the lower abdominal pain subsided, the lower back pain improved, the vaginal discharge decreased, and the fever did not recur. The patient reported fatigue, poor appetite, abdominal distension, a red tongue with a white coating, a tense, slippery pulse. Adding Baisang Cao and Baisang Cao, along with Dang Shen 15g, Bai Zhu 10g, Huang Qi 12g, Du Zhong 10g, and Sheng Yi Mi 30g to strengthen the spleen and eliminate dampness. After three months of treatment, all symptoms resolved, and follow-up visits showed no abnormalities over the six months thereafter.

IV. Reflections Chronic pelvic inflammation falls under the categories of “dysuria,” “dysmenorrhea,” and “infertility” in traditional Chinese medicine. Professor Pei believed that the causes of this condition were related to excessive sexual activity and childbirth, which damaged kidney qi, predisposed individuals to spleen deficiency, leading to internal dampness, or to a diet rich in fatty foods, cold, greasy foods, and damp-heat descending. Alternatively, it could result from liver qi stagnation, qi stagnation and blood stasis, combined with damp-heat, damaging the Chong and Ren meridians, causing qi and blood imbalance and ultimately leading to illness. Postpartum infections, various gynecological surgeries, poor hygiene during menstruation, or inflammatory spread from nearby organs such as appendicitis or peritonitis could also trigger pelvic inflammation [2–3]. Clinically, the main symptoms include lower abdominal pain, lower back pain, excessive vaginal discharge, or fever. Treatment focuses on promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, regulating qi and relieving pain, while also clearing heat and detoxifying, strengthening the spleen and stopping leukorrhea. In Fujian Kang Fang, Gui Zhi warms the meridians, disperses cold, and harmonizes the blood and qi. Fu Ling is sweet and bland, draining dampness and strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi. Dan Pi clears heat and cools the blood, while Tao Ren promotes blood circulation and resolves stasis, lubricating the intestines and aiding bowel movements. Bai Shao, with its sour and sweet flavors, nourishes yin and soothes the liver, relieving pain. Sheng Long Mu and Wuchui have astringent properties, helping to stop leukorrhea. Baisang Cao, Ku Shen, and other herbs clear heat and remove dampness, inhibiting fungal growth. Xiang Fu is a sacred herb for regulating menstruation, promoting qi and relieving pain; Yi Mu Cao promotes blood circulation and resolves stasis, regulating menstruation and relieving pain. Together, these herbs work synergistically to promote blood circulation and resolve stasis, regulate qi and menstruation, and clear heat and detoxify. Promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, clearing heat and detoxifying can accelerate the absorption of pelvic inflammation, alleviate adhesions, soften masses, and improve blood circulation [4]. References [1] Pei Zhengxue. Experimental Study on the Treatment of Chronic Pelvic Inflammation with Fujian Kang Fang [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003.02:320–322. [2] Cong Chunyu. Clinical Experience in the Treatment of Chronic Pelvic Inflammation, Chinese Gynecology [M]. Beijing: China Traditional Chinese Medicine Press, 1994.02:204–205. [3] Luo Yuan Kai. Dysfunctional Vaginal Discharge, Chinese Gynecology [M]. 1989.04:90–91. [4] Li Tingguo. Treatment of 72 Cases of Chronic Pelvic Inflammation with a Self-Developed Formula for Pelvic Inflammation, Western Chinese Medicine [J], 2011.10:58–59. China Practical Medicine, 2012, Issue 11.

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Chapter Twelve: Gynecological Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Premature Ovarian Failure with Warm-Through-Term Soup Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] By analyzing typical case studies, this paper summarizes Professor Pei Zhengxue’s experience in using Warm-Through-Term Soup to treat premature ovarian failure. [Keywords] Premature Ovarian Failure; Warm-Through-Term Soup; Clinical Experience; Pei Zhengxue

Premature ovarian failure refers to the phenomenon where women experience ovarian function decline before the age of 40, characterized by persistent amenorrhea and ovarian atrophy, declining estrogen levels, and elevated gonadotropin levels [1]. Clinical manifestations include scanty menstruation, even amenorrhea, hot flashes and night sweats, anxiety and depression, irritability and restlessness, insomnia and dizziness, vaginal dryness, reduced vaginal discharge, decreased libido, dark spots on the skin—symptoms commonly seen in the pre-menopausal period.

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. He specializes in treating various complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions. I had the privilege of studying under Professor Pei and listening to his teachings. Below, I share Professor Pei Zhengxue’s experience in using Warm-Through-Term Soup to treat premature ovarian failure.

I. Causes and Pathogenesis of Premature Ovarian Failure

Premature ovarian failure falls under the categories of “blood deficiency,” “amenorrhea,” and “infertility” in traditional Chinese medicine. The Classic of Difficulties states, “In women, at the age of seven, kidney qi is strong, teeth grow longer; at the age of fourteen, the Heavenly Essence arrives, the Ren Meridian is full… the Tai Chong Meridian is prosperous, monthly cycles occur on schedule, thus giving rise to children. But at the age of seventy, the Ren Meridian becomes empty, the Tai Chong Meridian declines, the Heavenly Essence is exhausted, the natural channels are blocked, and thus the body deteriorates, leading to the absence of children.” [2] From this passage, we can see that the Heavenly Essence is the crucial material foundation for the production of monthly cycles, and the Heavenly Essence is derived from the essence and blood stored in the kidneys. Thus, the kidneys serve as the source of the Heavenly Essence, and the Chong and Ren Meridians are the foundations of the Heavenly Essence. The kidneys are the roots of qi, responsible for storing essence and governing reproductive development; essence can generate blood, and essence and blood share a common origin, nurturing life together. Miscarriages and excessive sexual activity can damage the kidneys, depleting essence and blood. Kidney yin deficiency and Chong and Ren deficiency can lead to scanty menstruation; kidney yang deficiency can cause cold to arise internally, failing to warm the uterine vessels, leading to uterine coldness and affecting the flow of qi and blood, resulting in abdominal pain or amenorrhea during menstruation [3]. The liver stores blood and governs the flow of qi; when liver qi becomes stagnant, one may feel irritable and easily angered, with pain in the flanks. Blood deficiency and liver stagnation can lead to dry eyes and blurred vision. Since essence and blood share a common origin, when liver and kidney deficiency occur, the Chong and Ren Meridians become weakened, leading to infrequent menstruation or amenorrhea. The spleen and stomach are the sources of qi and blood production; the Chong Meridian belongs to Yangming, and when the spleen and stomach’s qi and blood are strong, the blood reservoir is full, and monthly cycles occur on schedule. Therefore, liver stagnation, kidney deficiency, spleen deficiency, Chong and Ren deficiency, and uterine coldness are the primary pathogenic mechanisms behind premature ovarian failure. II. Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience Professor Pei believed that uterine coldness and Chong and Ren blood stasis were the key pathological characteristics of this condition. Based on these pathogenic mechanisms, he chose Jin Kui Wen Jing Tang as a foundational formula, modifying and adjusting it for treatment, achieving remarkable therapeutic results. The Wen Jing Tang formula originates from Zhang Zhongjing’s “Jin Kui Yao Lü,” which states: “A woman who is fifty years old suffers from diarrhea that lasts for dozens of days, with fever in the evening, urgency in the lower abdomen, abdominal distension, burning sensation in the palms, dry lips and mouth—what is the cause? The Master said: ‘This condition is due to leucorrhea. Why is that? She has previously given birth twice, and blood stasis remains in the lower abdomen. How do we know this? Because her lips and mouth are dry, we can infer this.’ We should treat this condition with Wen Jing Tang.” [4] The formula contains ingredients such as Dang Shen, Wu Yu, Gui Zhi, A Jiao, Mai Dong, Gan Jiang, Ban Xia, Bai Shao, Sheng Di, Chuan Xiang, Dan Pi, and Gan Cao. Together, these herbs work to warm the meridians, disperse cold, nourish blood, resolve stasis, and support the body’s vital energy while eliminating evil. Adjustments based on symptoms include: for cold pain in the lower abdomen, remove Dan Pi and Mai Dong, adding Xiao Hui Xiang, Yuan Hu Suo, and Zhi Ke; for uterine fibroids or ovarian cysts, add Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, San Ling, E Ru Zhi, Han San Qi, and Shui Zhi; for prolonged menstrual bleeding with black blood clots, add Tao Ren and Hong Hua; for clear, thin vaginal discharge, add Sheng Long Mu and Wuchui; for yellow, thick vaginal discharge, add Huang Bo, Qian Shi, Che Qian Zi, Baisang Cao, and Baisang Cao; for abdominal distension, remove A Jiao and Mai Dong, adding Zhi Shi, Hou Pu, and Mu Xiang; for fatigue and poor appetite, add Bai Zhu, Huang Qi, and Jiao San Xian; for light menstrual flow, add Danshen and Ji Xue Teng; for breast enlargement and painful swelling, add Chai Hu, Lu Lu Tong, Bie Jia, and Zao Jiao Ci; for insomnia and irritability, add He Huan Pi, Ye Jiao Teng, and Chao Zao Ren; for long-term infertility, add Chao Du Zhong, Tusi Zi, Lu Jiao Gao, and Chuan … 302

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Li, female, 38 years old, presented with a six-month delay in her menstrual cycle. Medical history: The patient had undergone one artificial abortion and two medical abortions in the past two years, and her menstrual cycle had been delayed for the past six months. She felt cold and shivering, with cold limbs, and experienced lower back pain and fatigue. After receiving progesterone injections at a local hospital, her menstruation resumed, but she still did not get her next period. Herbal treatment had little effect. Her menstrual flow was light, lasting only three days, and she experienced abdominal pain during menstruation, with thin, clear vaginal discharge. Current symptoms include six months of amenorrhea, feeling cold all over the body, lower back and legs pain, fatigue, dizziness, poor appetite, constipation, light vaginal discharge, vaginal dryness, diminished libido, hair loss, a red tongue with a thin, white coating, and a slow, weak pulse. Past medical history: The patient was healthy with no significant past medical history. Menstrual history: First period at age 15, lasting 3–5 days, with a cycle of 26–28 days, moderate menstrual flow, a dark red color, with small blood clots, and abdominal pain during menstruation. In the past two years, her menstrual cycle has been irregular, with light flow, lasting only two days, and breast engorgement before menstruation, with a cycle of 35–40 days. Marital and reproductive history: She married at 28, having four pregnancies and one delivery. Gynecological examination: Vulva was normally developed, uterus was tilted forward, cervical erosion grade II, and bilateral adnexa were negative. Auxiliary examinations: Ultrasound showed a uterine anteroposterior diameter of 3.5 cm, endometrial thickness of 0.5 cm, uniform muscle layer echo, and reduced follicles in both ovaries. Serum hormone levels: LH 45.25 mol/L, E2 32.64 pg/ml, FSH 75.2 mol/L. Western medical diagnosis: Premature ovarian failure.

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 第十三章 儿 科 疾 病 裴正学教授治疗小儿上气道咳嗽综合征经验探析 祁琴 郑访江 【关键词】小儿上气道咳嗽综合征 ; 中西医结合 ; 经验学习 【中图分类号】R272 【文献标识码】B 【文章编号】1007-3434(2013)01-071-02 裴正学教授系我国著名中西医结合专家 , 全国首批 500 名名 老中医之一。他提出的"西医诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为主 ,西药为辅 " 中西医结合诊疗十六字方针 ,广泛应用于临床后疗效显著。上气道 咳嗽综合征是指上呼吸道疾病如普通感冒等通过鼻分泌物滴流或 炎症刺激咳嗽感受器 ,导致以咳嗽为主要表现的综合征 ,又称"鼻 后滴流综合征",为临床慢性咳嗽的四大常见病因之一 [1] 。裴老运 用自拟方药临症加减收到好效果 。笔者跟师学习裴正学教授治疗 小儿上气道咳嗽综合征方面颇有体会 ,现总结如下。

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第十三章 儿科疾病 一、诊断标准[1]

上气道咳嗽综合征的诊断参考中华医学会儿科学分会呼吸学 组 2011 年制定的相关诊断标准:①发作性或持续性咳嗽 , 以白天 咳嗽为主 ,入睡后较少咳嗽 ;②鼻后滴流和(或)咽喉壁黏液附着 感 ;③有鼻炎、鼻窦炎、鼻息肉或慢性咽喉炎等病史 ;④检查发现咽 喉壁有黏液附着、鹅卵石样外观 ;⑤经针对性治疗后咳嗽缓解。

二、治疗方药

裴老认为 ,本病总与风 、痰 、瘀有关 ,其病位在鼻 、咽 、肺 , 以肺 为大主 。皆因肺外合皮毛开窍于鼻 ,咽喉为肺胃之门户。故治疗亦 宜从肺着手 ,拟宣肺化痰之法 ,兼以通窍利咽 , 以期标本兼治 [2] 。裴 老将麻黄汤 、桂枝汤合方 ,再加上川芎 、白芷 、细辛 、羌独活 、防风 , 取名为麻黄桂枝合剂 ,可以发汗解表 、宣肺止咳 、清热利咽 。麻黄 、 桂枝辛温通阳 ,开腠理而见阳光 , 同时有调和营卫作用 。杏仁宣降 肺气、止咳定喘 。生石膏清泄肺热 。羌独活除在表之风寒湿邪 。川 芎、白芷、细辛散风寒、宣湿痹、行气血 ,除头身疼痛。甘草既能宣肺 利气 ,又能清利咽喉。咽、扁桃体肿大者加牡蛎、生龙骨、代赭石、黄 连、金银花、三棱、莪术等软坚散结 、化痰散结 。鼻部症状明显加辛 夷、苍耳子通鼻窍。咽痒加射干、牛蒡子、桔梗、木蝴蝶清热解毒 ,通 喉利咽。

三、验案举例

王某 ,7 岁 ,2012 年 7 月 5 日初诊 ,家人诉慢性咳嗽 2 年余 ,合 并有鼻塞 1 年余 , 咳嗽迁延不愈 , 曾服用多种消炎药均效果不显 , 遂求治于中医。诉咽痒作咳 , 白天咳嗽明显 ,夜间不显 , 咳少量白黏 痰 ,喷嚏 ,鼻塞 , 时有脓性鼻涕 ,声音嘶哑 , 口黏 ,便干 ,舌苔薄黄而 干 ,舌质偏黯 ,脉细滑。查体:咽部黏膜充血、淋巴滤泡增生。肺部未

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 第十四章 神经系统疾病 裴正学教授治疗眼肌型重症肌无力经验探析 高拴生 朱春晖 李 炜 王彩琴 郑修丽 葛 斌 陈光燕 王 鑫 赵孝鹏 【摘要】裴正学教授以"西医诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为主 , 西药为 辅 "十六字方针为原则 ,采用中医药辨证论治的方法 , 治疗眼肌型 重症肌无力取得较好的疗效。在治疗过程中以"裴氏振痿汤"合"兰 州方"为主分四型辨证论治 , 配合消风二号 ,加减化裁 , 目的在于扶 正祛邪 。该治疗方法对临床治疗重症肌无力等相关自身免疫性疾 患有很好的启发。 【关键词】眼肌型重症肌无力 ; 中医药疗法 ;经验;裴正学 ;文献 标识码:A 文章编号:1004---2725(2014)03-0219-03 裴正学教授系我国著名中西医结合专家 ,主任医师 ,博士研究 生导师 , 国家级高徒导师 ,从事临床医学教研五十余年 ,提出 "西医 诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为主 ,西药为辅"中西医结合的新思维指导临

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第十四章 神经系统疾病 床。在许多中西医都棘手的疑难杂症中 ,采取独特裴氏疗法均取得 了明显疗效 , 现将裴正学教授治疗眼肌型重症肌无力症经验总结 于下。 重症肌无力是一种累及神经肌肉接头突触后膜上乙酰胆碱受 体的自身免疫性疾病 。 目前神经肌肉病发病率较高且较难根治的 疾病之一[1] 。眼肌型重症肌无力(Ocularmyastheniagravls ,OMG)是临 床症状最轻 ,发病最早的重症肌力 。其症状仅表现眼外肌症状 ,而 无其他肌群受累的临床表现和电生理所见 。首发症状为单侧或双 侧上睑下垂 ,可伴眼球活动障碍引起的复视 ,斜视 ,重症者双眼几 乎不动 ,瞳孔不受累及。眼肌型重症肌无力的诊断目前主要靠患者 病史 ,典型的眼部征象 ,结合新斯的明试验等检查进行确诊 。少年 型重症肌无力占所有重症肌无力病人的 11%~29% ,有种族及地域 差异 ,并且在性别 ,严重程度 ,病因学以及治疗模式的选择等方面 均有别于成人[2、3、4、5]。 一、病因病机 病因为素体正气虚弱 ,外感风湿热毒邪 ,情志内伤 ,脏腑气血 亏虚而发病 。其病机属本虚标实 ,肺脾肝肾脏腑先天亏虚为本 ;风 毒外侵 ,气血经脉失于濡养为标。 二、辨证论治 其治则宜扶正固本为主 ,分四型辨证论治。 ①气虚下陷(脾胃气虚):治则宜补中益气 ,升阳举陷 ,方药补 中益气汤 ,益气聪明汤 ,张锡纯之升陷汤合裴氏兰州方等 ;②气阴 两虚(脾胃气阴两虚)治法:益气养阴 ,方药裴氏兰州方合生脉饮 。

③脾肾阴虚:治法:温补脾肾(益气温阳)。方药:桂附地黄汤合裴氏 振痿汤。 (自拟方 ,组成:黄芪 15g , 当归 10g ,制乳没各 6g ,龙眼肉 10g , 山萸肉 10g ,鹿角胶 10g , 马钱子一个(油炸),鳖甲 15g ,党参

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研究表明温经汤能调节下丘脑---垂体**---**--- 卵巢生理轴的生理 功能 ,调节月经周期 ,并能促进黄体生成素的分泌 [5] 。药理研究表 明吴茱萸含吴茱萸次碱分解物黄香碱 ,有收缩子宫作用 , 当归对子 宫有双向调节作用 ,半夏 ,生姜为小半夏汤 ,治疗痰饮 , 胃寒呕吐 , 并可降逆平冲。桃红四物汤活血化瘀调经 ,桂枝茯苓丸善消癥瘕积 聚 ,两方对瘀血内阻之半产漏下效果俱佳 。 陈修园《女科要旨》云 "金贵温经汤一方 ,无论阴阳虚实、闭经、崩漏、老少善用。谓本方经 少能通 ,经多能止 ,子宫虚寒者能受孕 ,后世调经种子诸方 , 皆莫能 脱此范围也。 "[6]西医使用促排卵药物副作用多 ,过度刺激卵巢形 成卵巢过度刺激综合征 , 出现腹痛乳胀 、恶心头晕 、皮疹及心肺功 能障碍。通过中医药对整体的调节作用 ,对卵巢早衰可以得到有效 的治疗 ,充分体现了裴正学教授提出的"西医诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为主 ,西药为辅"的十六字方针的重要性和实用性。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 第十三章 儿 科 疾 病 裴正学教授治疗小儿上气道咳嗽综合征经验探析 祁琴 郑访江 【关键词】小儿上气道咳嗽综合征 ; 中西医结合 ; 经验学习 【中图分类号】R272 【文献标识码】B 【文章编号】1007-3434(2013)01-071-02 裴正学教授系我国著名中西医结合专家 , 全国首批 500 名名 老中医之一。他提出的"西医诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为主 ,西药为辅 " 中西医结合诊疗十六字方针 ,广泛应用于临床后疗效显著。上气道 咳嗽综合征是指上呼吸道疾病如普通感冒等通过鼻分泌物滴流或 炎症刺激咳嗽感受器 ,导致以咳嗽为主要表现的综合征 ,又称"鼻 后滴流综合征",为临床慢性咳嗽的四大常见病因之一 [1] 。裴老运 用自拟方药临症加减收到好效果 。笔者跟师学习裴正学教授治疗 小儿上气道咳嗽综合征方面颇有体会 ,现总结如下。

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上气道咳嗽综合征的诊断参考中华医学会儿科学分会呼吸学 组 2011 年制定的相关诊断标准:①发作性或持续性咳嗽 , 以白天 咳嗽为主 ,入睡后较少咳嗽 ;②鼻后滴流和(或)咽喉壁黏液附着 感 ;③有鼻炎、鼻窦炎、鼻息肉或慢性咽喉炎等病史 ;④检查发现咽 喉壁有黏液附着、鹅卵石样外观 ;⑤经针对性治疗后咳嗽缓解。

二、治疗方药

裴老认为 ,本病总与风 、痰 、瘀有关 ,其病位在鼻 、咽 、肺 , 以肺 为大主 。皆因肺外合皮毛开窍于鼻 ,咽喉为肺胃之门户。故治疗亦 宜从肺着手 ,拟宣肺化痰之法 ,兼以通窍利咽 , 以期标本兼治 [2] 。裴 老将麻黄汤 、桂枝汤合方 ,再加上川芎 、白芷 、细辛 、羌独活 、防风 , 取名为麻黄桂枝合剂 ,可以发汗解表 、宣肺止咳 、清热利咽 。麻黄 、 桂枝辛温通阳 ,开腠理而见阳光 , 同时有调和营卫作用 。杏仁宣降 肺气、止咳定喘 。生石膏清泄肺热 。羌独活除在表之风寒湿邪 。川 芎、白芷、细辛散风寒、宣湿痹、行气血 ,除头身疼痛。甘草既能宣肺 利气 ,又能清利咽喉。咽、扁桃体肿大者加牡蛎、生龙骨、代赭石、黄 连、金银花、三棱、莪术等软坚散结 、化痰散结 。鼻部症状明显加辛 夷、苍耳子通鼻窍。咽痒加射干、牛蒡子、桔梗、木蝴蝶清热解毒 ,通 喉利咽。

三、验案举例

王某 ,7 岁 ,2012 年 7 月 5 日初诊 ,家人诉慢性咳嗽 2 年余 ,合 并有鼻塞 1 年余 , 咳嗽迁延不愈 , 曾服用多种消炎药均效果不显 , 遂求治于中医。诉咽痒作咳 , 白天咳嗽明显 ,夜间不显 , 咳少量白黏 痰 ,喷嚏 ,鼻塞 , 时有脓性鼻涕 ,声音嘶哑 , 口黏 ,便干 ,舌苔薄黄而 干 ,舌质偏黯 ,脉细滑。查体:咽部黏膜充血、淋巴滤泡增生。肺部未

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 第十四章 神经系统疾病 裴正学教授治疗眼肌型重症肌无力经验探析 高拴生 朱春晖 李 炜 王彩琴 郑修丽 葛 斌 陈光燕 王 鑫 赵孝鹏 【摘要】裴正学教授以"西医诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为主 , 西药为 辅 "十六字方针为原则 ,采用中医药辨证论治的方法 , 治疗眼肌型 重症肌无力取得较好的疗效。在治疗过程中以"裴氏振痿汤"合"兰 州方"为主分四型辨证论治 , 配合消风二号 ,加减化裁 , 目的在于扶 正祛邪 。该治疗方法对临床治疗重症肌无力等相关自身免疫性疾 患有很好的启发。 【关键词】眼肌型重症肌无力 ; 中医药疗法 ;经验;裴正学 ;文献 标识码:A 文章编号:1004---2725(2014)03-0219-03 裴正学教授系我国著名中西医结合专家 ,主任医师 ,博士研究 生导师 , 国家级高徒导师 ,从事临床医学教研五十余年 ,提出 "西医 诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为主 ,西药为辅"中西医结合的新思维指导临

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第十四章 神经系统疾病 床。在许多中西医都棘手的疑难杂症中 ,采取独特裴氏疗法均取得 了明显疗效 , 现将裴正学教授治疗眼肌型重症肌无力症经验总结 于下。 重症肌无力是一种累及神经肌肉接头突触后膜上乙酰胆碱受 体的自身免疫性疾病 。 目前神经肌肉病发病率较高且较难根治的 疾病之一[1] 。眼肌型重症肌无力(Ocularmyastheniagravls ,OMG)是临 床症状最轻 ,发病最早的重症肌力 。其症状仅表现眼外肌症状 ,而 无其他肌群受累的临床表现和电生理所见 。首发症状为单侧或双 侧上睑下垂 ,可伴眼球活动障碍引起的复视 ,斜视 ,重症者双眼几 乎不动 ,瞳孔不受累及。眼肌型重症肌无力的诊断目前主要靠患者 病史 ,典型的眼部征象 ,结合新斯的明试验等检查进行确诊 。少年 型重症肌无力占所有重症肌无力病人的 11%~29% ,有种族及地域 差异 ,并且在性别 ,严重程度 ,病因学以及治疗模式的选择等方面 均有别于成人[2、3、4、5]。 一、病因病机 病因为素体正气虚弱 ,外感风湿热毒邪 ,情志内伤 ,脏腑气血 亏虚而发病 。其病机属本虚标实 ,肺脾肝肾脏腑先天亏虚为本 ;风 毒外侵 ,气血经脉失于濡养为标。 二、辨证论治 其治则宜扶正固本为主 ,分四型辨证论治。 ①气虚下陷(脾胃气虚):治则宜补中益气 ,升阳举陷 ,方药补 中益气汤 ,益气聪明汤 ,张锡纯之升陷汤合裴氏兰州方等 ;②气阴 两虚(脾胃气阴两虚)治法:益气养阴 ,方药裴氏兰州方合生脉饮 。

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Input: Month. Third consultation, follow-up visit on June 22, 2012: eyelids can now be lifted; however, after exertion, the right eyelid still feels heavy and sluggish in the afternoon. The tongue is pale red with little coating, and the pulse is deep, fine, and rapid. The diagnosis is attributed to liver and kidney deficiency, as well as qi and blood deficiency, treated with "Lanzhou Formula" combined with Shengxian Decoction and Shengmai Drink, along with Guifu Dihuang Decoction. Ingredients include: Astragalus 20g, Shengma 10g, Chaihu 10g, Citrus peel 20g, Muqin 20g, Shengdi 12g, Danpi 6g, Shan Zhu Rong 30g, Shan Yao 10g, Taizi Shen 15g, Beisha Shen 15g, Ren Shen Xu 15g, Lutang Shen 15g, Bai Shao 10g, Gui Zhi 10g, Da Zao 4 pieces, Sheng Jiang 6g, Fu Mai Xiang 30g, Mai Dong 10g, Wu Wei Zi 3g, Fuzi 6g, Sheng Jiang 6g, Da Zao 6g, Gan Cao 6g. Xiaofeng No. 2, 2 pills, taken three times daily; Pei’s Blood-Generating Granules, one packet, taken three times daily. The patient was instructed to return for follow-up visits. In February 2013, the patient came to Lanzhou to express gratitude, stating that after stopping medication for six months, there had been no recurrence, and the disease had been completely cured.

Note: The patient’s daughter, a student, developed the condition due to exposure to external pathogenic factors, emotional distress, improper dietary habits, and prolonged excessive thinking and fatigue. Professor Pei believed that the underlying mechanism of the illness was primarily deficiency in the body with concurrent excess manifestations—weakness in the constitution, exposure to wind pathogens, damage to the essence and qi of the lungs, spleen, liver, and kidneys, leading to qi and blood deficiency and impaired nourishment of the meridians. The diagnosis was identified as deficiency in the root with excess in the surface; although the disease originated in the eyelids, it was merely a “tip of the iceberg” of systemic pathology. Therefore, comprehensive overall conditioning should be emphasized. The initial diagnosis indicated spleen and stomach qi deficiency, wind-phlegm obstructing the meridians, and failure of clear yang to ascend. Treatment should focus on strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi, lifting yang, improving hearing and vision while also dispelling wind and transforming dampness, and resolving phlegm and activating blood circulation. The prescription employed the Yiqi Congming Decoction (based on Jin ● Li Dongyuan’s “Dongyuan Shi Xiao Fang”) combined with modified Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, and Zhimu Decoctions; the initial treatment emphasized dispelling wind and eliminating pathogenic factors, regulating the lungs and spleen. According to “Rumen Shichin. Zhi Feng Bi, Fei, Jie Sheng Xuan Shuo,” “The manifestation of ‘fei’ is… when kidney water fails to overcome heart fire… kidney governs both feet, so bone marrow becomes exhausted, resulting from overexertion within the body.” In the middle and late stages, lung and spleen fluids are depleted, liver and kidney are deficient; therefore, it is necessary to replenish qi and nourish yin, regulate and tonify the liver and kidneys using “Lanzhou Formula” (Pei’s Blood-Generating Granules, a standardized formulation of “Lanzhou Formula”), along with Guifu Dihuang Decoction. Regular use of these formulas helps strengthen the spleen and nourish the kidneys, supporting the body’s fundamental strength and reinforcing its roots [7]. The Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, Zhimu Decoction, which promotes yang and disperses wind-dampness, has the effect of “providing the source of fire to eliminate yin obstructions.” Professor Pei believed that combining this formula with Xiaofeng No. 2 could replace hormones in the treatment of “fei syndrome,” thereby reducing the body’s reactivity and preventing further progression of the disease. Meanwhile, “Lanzhou Formula” heavily emphasizes the four herbs—Taizi Shen, Lutang Shen, Ren Shen Xu, Beisha Shen, and Da Bu Yuan Qi—to strengthen the body’s vital energy and reinforce its fundamentals; the Six-Flavor Rehmannia Decoction nourishes kidney yin, adding Mai Dong and Wu Wei Zi, drawing on the principles of Shengmai Drink to nourish qi and yin, providing dual supplementation of qi and yin, and serving as a powerful tonic for qi and blood. This formula is paired with the Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, Zhimu Decoction, Xiaofeng No. 2, and other warm, dry formulas—one moistening, one drying, harmonizing yin and yang, treating both the root and the surface [9].

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume Two 4. Discussion Ocular myasthenia gravis is most commonly seen in children. In the early stages of the disease, patients often experience soreness or discomfort in the eyes or limbs, blurred vision, easy fatigue, drooping eyelids, blurred vision, diplopia, strabismus, and limited eye movement. Fatigue worsens during hot weather or during menstruation. As the disease progresses, skeletal muscles become markedly fatigued and weak, with a notable characteristic being that muscle weakness tends to increase in the afternoon or evening after exertion, but improves upon waking or during rest—a phenomenon known as “morning weakness, evening heaviness.” The initial symptom of ocular myasthenia gravis is drooping eyelids, which gradually develop into slow and sluggish limb movements, with weakness and flaccidity in the hands and feet. Over time, due to inability to move freely, muscle atrophy may occur—a difficult-to-treat condition. According to “Zu Bing Yuan Hou Lun,” “Wind evil enters the skin of the eyelids, causing the skin to droop and the eyelid to fall down, thus people commonly call it ‘sui mu’—also known as ‘invading wind.’ Over time, the drooping becomes more pronounced, making it difficult to open the eyes.” This condition falls under the categories of “eyelid dysfunction,” “sui mu syndrome,” “myasthenic syndrome,” and “deficiency-related diseases.” The cause of the disease is generally weak vital energy in the body, exposure to wind, dampness, heat, or toxins, emotional distress, and deficiency in the spleen and kidneys. The disease is characterized by deficiency in the root with excess in the surface; treatment should focus on strengthening the root and dispelling the pathogenic factors, warming and tonifying the spleen and kidneys, and regulating qi and blood. Professor Pei believed that ocular myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disorder similar to type III hypersensitivity reactions, so he used Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, Zhimu Decoction (with Aconite as the primary herb) to eliminate deposits formed between antigens and antibodies—pathological products such as “yin obstructions” and “dust”—thereby reducing the body’s reactivity to the disease, achieving the goal of “providing the source of fire to eliminate yin obstructions,” and ultimately “clearing the jade-like sky, purifying ten thousand miles of dust.” Based on these theories, Professor Pei developed Xiaofeng No. 2 (with additions of Chuan Cao Wu, Liao Xi Xin, Ma Qian Zi, and Leigong Teng, among others) as an empirical formula for treating autoimmune disorders like ocular myasthenia gravis, which possesses immune-regulatory properties to prevent the disease from progressing further throughout the body [8]. ① Combining clinical symptoms, Professor Pei created Pei’s Zhenwei Decoction to warm and tonify the spleen and kidneys, replenish qi and blood, and work in conjunction with Xiaofeng No. 2 to regulate immunity, preventing disease progression. ② Emphasize holistic conditioning. Although the disease originates in the eyelids, one must not “be blinded by a single leaf and fail to see Mount Tai”; instead, use “Lanzhou Formula” to support the root and strengthen the foundation. ③ Treat according to different stages of the disease: divide treatment into the early, middle, and late stages based on the course of the disease. In the early stage, when pathogenic factors are strong, it is advisable to dispel wind and unblock the meridians using Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, Zhimu Decoction; in the middle stage, when qi is deficient, it is appropriate to tonify qi and lift yang using Buzhong Yiqi Decoction, Yiqi Congming Decoction, or Zhang Xichun’s Shengxian Decoction; in the late stage, when spleen and kidney yang are deficient, it is better to warm and tonify the liver and kidneys using Guifu Dihuang Decoction. When muscle and tendon movements become sluggish and muscle atrophy occurs, Professor Pei’s Zhenwei Decoction is used, supplemented with insect-based remedies such as silkworm pupae, whole scorpion, and centipede. ④ While dispelling pathogenic factors and strengthening the root, it is also important to use Xiaofeng No. 2, treating both the root and the surface simultaneously, employing a comprehensive approach. 314

Chapter Fourteen: Neurological Disorders Progressively and systematically, adhere to the prescribed formula, reduce dosage for at least six months to consolidate therapeutic effects and prevent recurrence [10]. O References [1] Sun Wenxiu, Wang Xueyu. Practical Diagnosis and Treatment of Pediatric Neurological Disorders [M]. Jinan: Shandong Science and Technology Press, 2006:322–325. [2] Ashrafvv, TalyAB, VeerendrmarM. Myasthenia Gravis in Children: A Longitudinal Study [J]. Acta Neurol Seand, 2006, 114(2):119–123. [3] Zuo Qihua. Pediatric Neurological Disorders [M]. 2nd ed. Beijing: People’s Medical Publishing House, 2005:562–567. [4] Katirji B, KaminskiH J. Electrod iagnostic approach to the patient with suspected neuromuscular junction disorder [J]. Neurol Clin, 2002;20(2):557–586. [5] RobertsonNp, DeansJ, CompstonDA. Myasthenia Gravis: A Population-Based Study Based on Demographic Data in Cambridgeshire, England [J]. Neuro1.Neurosurg.psychiatry, 1998, 65(4):492–496. [6] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008:228–229. [7] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue Medical Talks and Case Studies [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2004:25–27. [8] Pei Zhengxue. Examination and Analysis of Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, Zhimu Decoction [J]. Chinese Medicine Journal, 2005, 23(2):239. [9] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue Medical Talks and Case Studies [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2004:25–27. [10] Zang Haisheng, Dong Yun, Jiang Fangjian. 230 Cases of Ocular Myasthenia Gravis [J]. Shanxi Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2008, 24(3):12–14. Guangxi Pharmaceutical, 2014, Vol. 33, No. 3

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume Two Pei Zhengxue’s Differentiated Treatment Approach for Stroke Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the causes and mechanisms of stroke are divided into internal and external factors: channel emptiness, wind evil entering the body as an external cause, liver yang rising excessively, liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, and phlegm turbidity obstructing the channels as internal causes. In the later stages of stroke, organs become deficient, leading to kidney yang deficiency, qi deficiency, blood stasis, and cerebral vascular obstruction—characteristic patterns of the disease process. Most cases are characterized by deficiency in the root with excess in the surface, where the root is kidney yang deficiency and qi deficiency with blood stasis. The surface is characterized by liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, phlegm and blood stasis obstructing the channels, and qi and blood becoming disordered. Professor Pei treats deficiency with excess, addressing both the root and the surface, often using Dihuang Yinzi, Guanxin No. 2, Buyang Huanwu Tang, Han Sanqi, and Shui Zhi, suitable for stroke caused by kidney yang deficiency and blood stasis obstructing the channels, with remarkable clinical efficacy. An example case is provided to illustrate its mechanism of action. [Keywords] Stroke; Dihuang Yinzi; Guanxin No. 2; Buyang Huanwu Tang, Han Sanqi; Shui Zhi; Experiences of Famous Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners; Pei Zhengxue [Classification Code] R255.2 Stroke; R289.5 Prescriptions and Single Formulas; R743.3 Acute Cerebrovascular Diseases (Stroke) [Document Identification Code] Adoi:10.13729/j.issn.1671—7813.2014, 10.07 Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. He specializes in treating tumors, blood diseases, cerebrovascular and cardiovascular diseases, as well as various complex and difficult conditions. I was fortunate to study under Professor Pei, and I now report the following clinical experience of using Dihuang Yinzi with modifications to treat stroke.

Stroke is an acute cerebrovascular disease characterized by impaired cerebral blood circulation, damage to brain nerve function, and hemiplegia [1]. Clinically, it presents mainly with sudden loss of consciousness, inability to respond, hemiplegia, slurred speech or aphasia, facial asymmetry, numbness on one side of the body, and sensory disturbances. The onset is sudden, the disease progresses rapidly, and it is considered a severe cerebrovascular lesion. Experimental studies have shown [1] that most cerebrovascular disease patients (such as cerebral hemorrhage and cerebral thrombosis) are accompanied by hypertension and atherosclerosis—these are the primary causes of stroke. First, let us understand stroke. Professor Pei believes that stroke is closely related to wind evil. The Inner Canon states: “When blood and qi travel upward together, they lead to great collapse [2].” The causes of stroke are divided into external wind and internal wind: external wind refers to wind pathogens that enter the body through weakened defenses, invading the meridians and causing qi and blood to become blocked; internal wind arises from liver yang rising excessively, liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, and blood qi surging up to attack the brain, causing blood stasis in the cerebral vessels, leading to sudden stroke. Dietary excess, fatigue, or aging, coupled with declining yang energy, qi deficiency, blood deficiency, and insufficient nourishment of the brain’s meridians, result in qi deficiency and blood stasis, leading to deafness of the clear channels and consequently stroke; if the spleen fails to transport qi properly, phlegm turbidity obstructs the channels, forming phlegm and blood stasis that congeal and obscure the clear channels; or if liver qi stagnates and transforms into fire, burning nutrients into phlegm, creating phlegm-heat and convulsions, causing qi and blood to reverse and disturb the brain’s channels, leading to stroke. In the later stages of stroke, both liver and kidney are deficient. Kidney governs bones and produces marrow; the brain is the marrow sea, and when kidney qi is deficient, the marrow sea becomes empty, and the clear channels lose their nourishment. Liver and kidney share a common origin—tendons and muscles twitch, tendons and bones become weak. Therefore, most cases of stroke are characterized by deficiency in the root with excess in the surface. The root is kidney yang deficiency and qi deficiency with blood stasis. The surface is characterized by liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, phlegm and blood stasis obstructing the channels, and qi and blood becoming disordered.

II. Treatment Experience Professor Pei believes that at every stage of stroke, there are varying degrees of blood stasis; in the early stages, it often manifests as liver wind moving internally, with phlegm and blood stasis as the main manifestations of excess; however, as the disease progresses, qi deficiency with blood stasis, qi-yin deficiency with blood stasis, and even yin-yang deficiency often appear. When liver yang transforms into wind, wind-fire fuels each other, and intense heat arises, leading to blood heat and abnormal blood flow, resulting in intracerebral hemorrhage due to blood flowing against qi. When heat prevails, righteous qi is deficient, and qi deficiency with blood stasis accompanies the entire course of the disease. Therefore, Professor Pei proposed the treatment principle of warming yang, tonifying the kidneys, promoting blood circulation to resolve stasis, calming the liver and lowering yang, and dispelling wind to unblock the channels. (1) Warming Yang and Tonifying the Kidneys Stroke occurs in the brain, but its root lies in the kidneys. Patients with stroke often exhibit pathological changes such as white matter sclerosis, demyelination, brain atrophy, and arteriosclerotic changes in the brain. Kidney governs the life gate, and the life gate stores true yin and true yang. When the life gate’s fire declines, patients may experience difficulty speaking, weakness in the legs, and loss of function. Warming yang and tonifying the kidneys can help restore brain function and nourish all four limbs and the entire body. Commonly used ingredients include cinnamon twig, aconite, cistanche, morinda, and prepared rehmannia. (2) Promoting Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis Qi is the commander of blood, and blood is the mother of qi. When qi flows, blood flows; when qi stagnates, blood stasis forms. Most stroke patients have high blood viscosity, high blood lipids, and high blood pressure, leading to arterial sclerosis. Patients often experience headaches, dizziness, irritability, and palpitations. Imaging studies reveal atherosclerotic plaques in blood vessels, cerebral thrombosis, and other conditions. Herbal remedies that promote blood circulation and resolve stasis can improve cerebral blood circulation, increase oxygen and blood supply to brain tissue, and dissolve blood clots. Commonly used ingredients include salvia miltiorrhiza, red peony, chuanxiong, safflower, leech, and angelica sinensis. However, blood circulation must also be combined with qi regulation to achieve balanced treatment of qi and blood. (3) Calming the Liver and Lowering Yang Stroke is often triggered by emotional distress and excessive mental strain. Sudden loss of consciousness, inability to respond, hemiplegia, slurred speech—these symptoms often indicate kidney-yin deficiency or liver yang rising excessively, liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, blood qi surging up to attack the brain, qi and blood becoming disordered, blood flowing against qi, and overflowing beyond the normal pathways. Calming the liver and lowering yang can lower blood pressure, relieve vascular spasms, and prevent convulsions. Commonly used ingredients include hook vine, gastrodia, stone cornelian, pearl mother, and summer grass. (4) Dispelling Wind and Unblocking the Channels Wind rises and fluctuates; the occurrence of stroke is often associated with wind pathogens entering the meridians through weakened defenses, where wind fuels fire, disrupting qi and blood, causing qi and blood to become blocked. Patients often experience headaches, headaches, numbness in the hands and feet, skin itching, and dry eyes with tearing. To disperse external wind, commonly used ingredients include kudzu root, fangfeng, qianghuo, duohu, and other herbs. To dispel internal wind, commonly used ingredients include silkworm pupae, whole scorpion, centipede, earthworm, and white aconite. III. Case Examples Li, male, 70 years old. First consultation on June 22, 2012. While using the toilet, he spent too long squatting, and suddenly collapsed when standing up. After admission, a cranial CT scan revealed intracranial hemorrhage. He had suffered from hypertension for many years, taking antihypertensive medications irregularly, and was usually irritable and quick-tempered. His surgical emergency treatment included two craniotomies to drain blood, totaling more than 30 milliliters. After 3 days in the hospital, the patient regained consciousness, received symptomatic supportive care for over a month, and his condition improved before discharge.

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Chapter Fourteen: Neurological Disorders Second consultation: dizziness, headache, memory impairment, frequent dreams, shortness of breath, cold intolerance, cold extremities, weakness in both legs, slow gait. Blood pressure: 140/90 mmHg. High blood lipids. Tongue is red, coated with white greasy coating, pulse is wiry and slippery. Diagnosis: Hypertension-associated cerebral arteriosclerosis, post-stroke sequelae. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosed kidney qi deficiency, qi deficiency with blood stasis, and phlegm-dampness obstruction. Treatment principle: warming yang and tonifying the kidneys, replenishing qi and activating blood circulation, resolving phlegm and unblocking the channels. Prescription: Dihuang Yinzi, Guanxin No. 2 with modifications. Prescription: prepared rehmannia 10g, cinnamon twig 6g, aconite 6g, mountain medicine 10g, mountain fruit flesh 10g, schizandra 10g, faraway zhi 10g, dendrobium 10g, ophiopogon 10g, wu wei zi 3g, tangerine peel 6g, cistanche 10g, morinda 10g, red peony 10g, chuan xiong 10g, safflower 6g, agarwood 20g, leech 6g, kudzu root 30g, poria 10g, atractylodes 10g, hook vine 15g. Brewed in water, taken over 7 doses. Second consultation: after taking the medicine, dizziness and headache lessened, blood pressure dropped, weakness in both lower limbs disappeared. The above formula was supplemented with astragalus 30g, mulberry bark, chuan niuxi 10g each, dog's leg 30g to tonify the liver and kidneys and strengthen tendons and bones. After more than 3 months of taking the formula with modifications, the patient’s condition improved, his gait became stronger, his speech became fluent, and he was able to engage in light physical activity. IV. Reflections

Stroke is characterized by deficiency in the root with excess in the surface—kidney and liver deficiency, qi deficiency with blood stasis as the root. Liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, phlegm and blood stasis obstructing the channels, and qi and blood becoming disordered as the surface—warming yang and tonifying the kidneys, promoting blood circulation to resolve stasis, calming the liver and lowering yang, and dispelling wind and unblocking the channels are the fundamental principles for treating this condition. In this text, cinnamon twig, aconite, cistanche, and morinda tonify the kidneys and warm yang, guiding fire back to its source; schizandra and faraway zhi calm the mind and soothe the spirit, facilitating communication between heart and kidneys; prepared rehmannia, mountain medicine, and mountain fruit flesh nourish the liver and kidneys; safflower, red peony, chuan xiong, and dandelion promote blood circulation, resolve stasis, and prevent blood clot formation, reducing blood viscosity; atractylodes, poria, licorice, and tangerine peel strengthen the spleen and dry dampness; earthworm and leech dissolve stasis and unblock the channels; hook vine calms the liver and lowers yang; mulberry bark, chuan niuxi, and dog's leg nourish the kidneys and nourish yin [3]. In the formula, astragalus, dandelion, and kudzu root are used in quantities around 30 grams, enhancing their effects in replenishing qi and nourishing blood. However, blood circulation-promoting medicines should not be used for too long, lest they damage righteous qi; in the early stages of stroke, it is important to calm the liver and lower yang, promote blood circulation to resolve stasis, and then, in the later stages, to replenish qi and activate blood circulation, greatly tonify the liver and kidneys, and supplement with blood circulation-promoting medicines. References [1] Pei Zhengxue. Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment of Hypertension-Associated Cerebral Hemorrhage. Pei Zhengxue Medical Talks and Case Studies [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2005, 02:43–48.

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Input: Month. Third consultation, follow-up visit on June 22, 2012: eyelids can now be lifted; however, after exertion, the right eyelid still feels heavy and sluggish in the afternoon. The tongue is pale red with little coating, and the pulse is deep, fine, and rapid. The diagnosis is attributed to liver and kidney deficiency, qi and blood weakness, using “Lanzhou Formula” combined with Shengxian Decoction, Shengmai Yin, and Guifu Dihuang Tang. Ingredients include: Astragalus 20g, Shengma 10g, Chaihu 10g, Citrus peel 20g, Mu Tong 20g, Shengdi 12g, Danpi 6g, Shan Zhu Rong 30g, Shan Yao 10g, Taizi Shen 15g, Beisha Shen 15g, Ren Shen Xu 15g, Lü Dang Shen 15g, Bai Shao 10g, Gui Zhi 10g, Da Zao 4 pieces, Sheng Jiang 6g, Fu Mian Xiao 30g, Mai Dong 10g, Wu Wei Zi 3g, Fuzi 6g, Sheng Jiang 6g, Da Zao 6g, Gan Cao 6g. Xiaofeng No. 2, 2 pills, three times daily; Pei’s Blood-Generating Granules, one packet, three times daily. The patient was instructed to follow up regularly. In February 2013, upon returning to Lanzhou, the patient expressed gratitude, saying that after stopping medication for six months, there were no relapses, and the disease had been completely cured.

Note: The patient’s daughter, a student, developed the condition due to exposure to external pathogenic factors, emotional distress, improper dietary habits, and prolonged excessive thinking and fatigue. Professor Pei believed that the underlying mechanism of the illness was primarily deficiency in the body with concurrent excess in the exterior. The patient’s constitution was inherently weak, and they were exposed to wind pathogens, leading to damage in the lungs, spleen, liver, kidneys, and other organs, resulting in qi and blood deficiency and impaired nourishment of the meridians. The diagnosis was identified as deficiency in the body with excess in the exterior; although the disease originated in the eyelids, it was merely a “tip of the iceberg” of systemic pathology. Therefore, comprehensive overall conditioning should be emphasized. The initial diagnosis indicated spleen and stomach qi deficiency, wind-phlegm obstruction of the meridians, and stagnation of clear yang; treatment should focus on strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi, lifting yang, improving hearing and vision while also dispelling wind and transforming dampness, and resolving phlegm and activating blood circulation. The prescription was based on the Yiqi Congming Decoction (a formula developed by Jin ● Li Dongyuan’s “Dongyuan Shi Xiao Fang”) combined with modified Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, and Zhimu Decoctions. The initial treatment emphasized dispelling wind and eliminating pathogenic factors, regulating the lungs and spleen. According to “Rumen Shi Qin. On Wind-Related Paralysis, Wasting, and Vertigo—A Modern Perspective,” “Wasting manifests as… when kidney water fails to overcome heart fire… since kidney governs both feet, bone marrow becomes depleted, often caused by overexertion within the body.” In the middle and later stages, lung and spleen fluids are depleted, liver and kidney functions are compromised; therefore, it is necessary to replenish qi and nourish yin, regulate and tonify the liver and kidneys, using “Lanzhou Formula” (Pei’s Blood-Generating Granules, a standardized formulation of “Lanzhou Formula”), along with Guifu Dihuang Tang. Regular use of these formulas helps strengthen the spleen and nourish the kidneys, supporting the body’s fundamental strength and reinforcing its core functions [7]. The Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, and Zhimu Decoctions, which promote yang and dispel wind-related blockages, possess the effect of “strengthening the source of fire to eliminate yin obstructions.” Professor Pei believed that combining this formula with Xiaofeng No. 2 could replace hormones in the treatment of “wasting syndrome,” thereby reducing the body’s reactivity and preventing further progression of the disease. Meanwhile, “Lanzhou Formula” heavily emphasizes the four herbs—Taizi Shen, Lü Dang Shen, Ren Shen Xu, Beisha Shen, and Da Bu Yuan Qi—to strengthen the body’s vital energy and support the fundamental foundation; the Six-Ingredient Rehmannia Decoction replenishes kidney yin, adding Mai Dong and Wu Wei Zi, drawing on the principles of Shengmai Yin, to nourish qi and yin, providing dual supplementation of qi and yin, and serving as a powerful tonic for qi and blood. This formula is paired with the Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, Zhimu Decoction, Xiaofeng No. 2, and other warm-drying agents—one moistening, one drying, balancing water and fire, harmonizing yin and yang, treating both the root cause and the symptoms [9].

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume II 4. Discussion Ocular myasthenia gravis is most commonly seen in children. In the early stages of the disease, patients often experience soreness or discomfort in the eyes or limbs, blurred vision, easy fatigue, drooping eyelids, blurred vision, double vision, strabismus, and limited eye movement. Fatigue worsens during hot weather or during menstruation. As the disease progresses, skeletal muscles become significantly fatigued and weak, with a notable characteristic: muscle weakness tends to increase in the afternoon or evening after exertion, but improves upon waking or during rest—a phenomenon known as “morning weakness, evening heaviness.” The initial symptom of ocular myasthenia gravis is drooping eyelids, which gradually develop into slow, sluggish movements in the limbs, with hand and foot weakness and atrophy due to inability to move freely. According to “Zu Bing Yuan Hou Lun,” “Wind evil enters the skin of the eyelids, causing the skin to droop and the eyelid to fall down, thus people commonly call it ‘sui mu’—also known as ‘invading wind.’ Over time, the drooping becomes more pronounced, making it difficult to open the eyes.” This condition falls under the categories of “eyelid failure,” “sui mu syndrome,” “wasting syndrome,” and “deficiency-related diseases” in traditional Chinese medicine. The underlying cause is generally weak vital energy, exposure to wind, dampness, heat, or toxins, emotional distress, and spleen-kidney deficiency. The disease is characterized by deficiency in the body with excess in the exterior; treatment should focus on strengthening the body’s vital energy while dispelling pathogenic factors, warming and tonifying the spleen and kidneys, and regulating qi and blood. Professor Pei believed that ocular myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disorder, similar to type III hypersensitivity reactions; therefore, he used Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, and Zhimu Decoctions (with Fuzi as the primary herb) to eliminate deposits formed between antigens and antibodies—pathological products such as “yin obstructions” and “dust”—thereby reducing the body’s reactivity to disease, achieving the goal of “strengthening the source of fire to eliminate yin obstructions,” and ultimately “clearing the jade-like sky, purifying ten thousand miles of dust.” Based on these theories, Professor Pei developed Xiaofeng No. 2 (based on the above formula, with added Chuan Cao Wu, Liao Xi Xin, Ma Qian Zi, and Leigong Teng), an empirical formula for treating autoimmune disorders like ocular myasthenia gravis, which has immune-regulatory effects and helps prevent the disease from progressing further throughout the body [8]. ① Combining clinical symptoms, Professor Pei created Pei’s Zhenwei Decoction to warm and tonify the spleen and kidneys, replenish qi and blood, and work in conjunction with Xiaofeng No. 2 to regulate immunity, preventing disease progression. ② Emphasize holistic conditioning. Although the disease originates in the eyelids, one must not “be blinded by a single leaf and fail to see Mount Tai”; instead, use “Lanzhou Formula” to strengthen the body’s fundamental strength. ③ Employ phased diagnosis and treatment: according to the course of the disease, treat in the early, mid, and late stages. In the early stage, when pathogenic factors are strong, it is advisable to dispel wind and unblock the meridians using Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, and Zhimu Decoctions. In the mid-stage, when qi is deficient, it is appropriate to tonify qi and lift yang, using Buzhong Yi Qi Tang, Yiqi Congming Tang, or Zhang Xichun’s Shengxian Decoction. In the late stage, when spleen and kidney yang are deficient, it is advisable to warm and tonify the liver and kidneys using Guifu Dihuang Tang. When muscle and tendon stiffness and muscle atrophy appear, Professor Pei’s Zhenwei Decoction is used, supplemented with insect-based remedies such as silkworm pupae, whole scorpion, and centipede. ④ While dispelling pathogenic factors and strengthening the body’s vital energy are equally important, Xiaofeng No. 2 is used as well, treating both the root cause and the symptoms simultaneously, employing a comprehensive approach. 314

Chapter 14: Neurological Disorders Progressively and systematically, adhere to the prescribed formula, reduce dosage for at least six months to consolidate therapeutic effects and prevent recurrence [10]. O References [1] Sun Wenxiu, Wang Xueyu. Practical Diagnosis and Treatment of Pediatric Neurological Disorders [M]. Jinan: Shandong Science and Technology Press, 2006:322–325. [2] Ashrafvv, TalyAB, VeerendrmarM. Myasthenia Gravis in Children: A Longitudinal Study [J]. Acta Neurol Seand, 2006, 114(2):119–123. [3] Zuo Qihua. Pediatric Neurological Disorders [M]. 2nd ed. Beijing: People’s Medical Publishing House, 2005:562–567.

[4] Katirji B, KaminskiH J. Electrod iagnostic approach to the patient with suspected neuromuscular junction disorder [J]. Neurol Clin, 2002;20(2):557–586.

[5] RobertsonNp, DeansJ, CompstonDA. Myasthenia Gravis: A Population-Based Study Based on Demographic Data in Cambridgeshire, England [J]. Neuro1.Neurosurg.psychiatry, 1998, 65(4):492–496.

[6] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008:228–229.

[7] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue Medical Talks and Case Studies [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2004:25–27.

[8] Pei Zhengxue. Examination and Analysis of Gui Zhi, Shaoyao, and Zhimu Decoctions [J]. Chinese Medicine Journal, 2005, 23(2):239. [9] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue Medical Talks and Case Studies [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2004:25–27. [10] Zang Haisheng, Dong Yun, Jiang Fangjian. 230 Cases of Ocular Myasthenia Gravis [J]. Shanxi Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2008, 24(3):12–14.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume II Pei Zhengxue’s Differentiated Treatment Approach for Stroke Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the causes and mechanisms of stroke are divided into internal and external factors: channel emptiness, wind entering the interior as an external cause, liver yang rising excessively, liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, and phlegm turbidity obstructing the channels as internal causes. In the later stages of stroke, organ deficiencies lead to kidney yang deficiency, qi deficiency, blood stasis, and cerebral vascular blockage—characteristic patterns of the disease process. Most cases are characterized by deficiency in the body with excess in the exterior, where the upper part is abundant while the lower part is deficient. Deficiency in the body is often due to kidney yang deficiency and qi deficiency with blood stasis. Excess in the exterior is characterized by liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, phlegm and blood stasis obstructing the channels, and qi and blood being out of balance. Professor Pei treats deficiency with excess, addressing both the root cause and the symptoms, often using Dihuang Yinzi, Guanxin No. 2, Buyang Huanwu Tang, Han Sanqi, and Shui Zhi, suitable for stroke caused by kidney yang deficiency and blood stasis obstructing the channels, with remarkable clinical efficacy. An example case is provided to illustrate its mechanism of action. [Keywords] Stroke; Dihuang Yinzi; Guanxin No. 2; Buyang Huanwu Tang, Han Sanqi; Shui Zhi; Experience of Famous Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners; Pei Zhengxue [Classification Code] R255.2 Stroke; R289.5 Prescriptions and Single Formulas; R743.3 Acute Cerebrovascular Diseases (Stroke) [Document Identification Code] Adoi:10.13729/j.issn.1671—7813.2014, 10.07 Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. He specializes in the treatment of tumors, blood diseases, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, and various complex and difficult conditions. I was fortunate to study under Professor Pei, and I now present the following clinical report on his experience treating stroke using Dihuang Yinzi with modifications.

Stroke is an acute cerebrovascular disease characterized by impaired cerebral blood circulation, neurological dysfunction, hemiplegia, and other symptoms. Clinically, it typically presents with sudden loss of consciousness, inability to respond, hemiplegia, slurred speech or aphasia, facial asymmetry, numbness on one side of the body, and sensory disturbances. The onset is sudden, the disease progresses rapidly, and it is considered a severe cerebrovascular condition. Experimental studies have shown [1] that most cerebrovascular disease patients (such as cerebral hemorrhage and cerebral thrombosis) are accompanied by hypertension and atherosclerosis, which are the primary causes of stroke. First, let us understand stroke. Professor Pei believes that stroke is closely related to wind evil. The Inner Classic states: “When blood and qi travel upward together, they lead to great collapse [2].” The causes of stroke can be categorized as external wind and internal wind: external wind refers to wind pathogens that enter the body through the exterior, taking advantage of weakened defenses to invade the meridians and block qi and blood flow; internal wind arises from liver yang rising excessively, liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, and blood qi surging upward to attack the brain, causing blood stasis in the cerebral vessels, leading to sudden stroke. Dietary excess, fatigue, or aging, coupled with declining yang energy, qi and blood deficiency, and insufficient nourishment of the cerebral vessels, result in qi deficiency and blood stasis, leading to impaired function of the clear channels and consequently stroke; if the spleen fails to transport qi properly, phlegm turbidity obstructs the channels, forming phlegm and blood stasis that clog the clear channels; or if liver qi stagnates and transforms into fire, burning essence into phlegm, causing phlegm heat and wind to surge upward, disrupting the clear channels and triggering stroke. In the later stages of stroke, both liver and kidney are deficient. Kidney governs bones and produces marrow; the brain is the marrow sea, and when kidney qi is deficient, the marrow sea becomes empty, and the clear channels lose their nourishment. Liver and kidney share a common origin—tendons and muscles become tense, tendons and bones become weak. Therefore, most cases of stroke are characterized by deficiency in the body with excess in the exterior, where the upper part is abundant while the lower part is deficient. Deficiency in the body is often due to kidney yang deficiency and qi deficiency with blood stasis. Excess in the exterior is characterized by liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, phlegm and blood stasis obstructing the channels, and qi and blood being out of balance.

II. Treatment Experience Professor Pei believes that at every stage of stroke, there are varying degrees of blood stasis. In the early stages, the predominant manifestation is liver wind moving internally, with phlegm and blood stasis as real symptoms; however, as the disease progresses, qi deficiency and blood stasis, qi and yin deficiency with blood stasis, and even yin and yang deficiency often emerge. When liver yang transforms into wind, wind-fire fuels each other, and pathogenic heat intensifies, leading to blood heat and abnormal blood flow, resulting in intracerebral hemorrhage due to blood flowing against qi. When pathogenic heat is too strong, righteous qi is deficient, and qi deficiency with blood stasis accompanies the entire course of the disease. Therefore, Professor Pei proposed the therapeutic principle of warming yang, tonifying the kidneys, promoting blood circulation to resolve stasis, calming the liver and lowering yang, and dispelling wind to unblock the channels. (1) Warming Yang and Tonifying the Kidneys The location of stroke is in the brain, but the root cause lies in the kidneys. Patients with stroke often exhibit pathological changes such as white matter hardening, demyelination, brain atrophy, and arteriosclerotic changes in the brain. Kidney governs the life gate, and the life gate stores true yin and true yang. When the life gate’s fire declines, patients may experience difficulty speaking, weakness in the legs, or even complete paralysis. Warming yang and tonifying the kidneys can help restore brain function and nourish all four limbs and the entire body. Commonly used ingredients include cinnamon twig, fuzi, cistanche, ba ji tian, and rehmannia. (2) Promoting Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis Qi is the commander of blood, and blood is the mother of qi. When qi flows, blood flows; when qi stagnates, blood stasis occurs. Most stroke patients have high blood viscosity, high blood lipids, and high blood pressure, leading to arteriosclerosis. Patients often experience headaches, dizziness, irritability, and palpitations. Imaging studies reveal atherosclerotic plaques in blood vessels and cerebral thrombosis. Traditional Chinese medicine’s methods of promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis can improve cerebral blood circulation, increase oxygen and blood supply to brain tissue, and dissolve blood clots. Commonly used herbs include salvia miltiorrhiza, red peony, chuan xiong, safflower, leeches, and angelica sinensis. However, blood circulation must also be combined with qi regulation to achieve balanced treatment of qi and blood. (3) Calming the Liver and Lowering Yang Stroke is often triggered by emotional distress and excessive mental strain. Sudden loss of consciousness, inability to respond, hemiplegia, and slurred speech are often signs of kidney-yin deficiency or liver yang rising excessively, liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, blood qi surging upward to attack the brain, qi being out of balance, blood flowing against qi, and overflowing beyond the normal pathways. Calming the liver and lowering yang can lower blood pressure, relieve vascular spasms, and prevent seizures. Commonly used herbs include hook vine, gastrodia, stone cornelian, pearl mother, and summer grass. (4) Dispelling Wind and Unblocking the Channels Wind rises upward and changes frequently; the occurrence of stroke is often associated with wind pathogens entering the meridians through weakened defenses, where wind fuels fire, disrupts qi and blood, and leads to blood stasis. Patients often experience headaches, headaches, numbness in the hands and feet, skin itching, dry eyes, and tearing. To disperse external wind, commonly used herbs include kudzu root, fangfeng, qianghuo, duohu, and others. To dispel internal wind, commonly used herbs include silkworm pupae, whole scorpion, centipede, earthworm, and white aconite. III. Case Examples Li, male, 70 years old. First consultation on June 22, 2012. While using the toilet, he spent too long squatting, and suddenly collapsed when standing up. After admission, a cranial CT scan revealed intracerebral hemorrhage. He had suffered from hypertension for many years and was not adhering to his prescribed antihypertensive medications. He was usually irritable and quick-tempered, with a strong temper. He underwent emergency surgery, with two craniotomies and blood draws totaling more than 30 milliliters. After 3 days in hospital, the patient regained consciousness, received symptomatic supportive care for about a month, and his condition improved before discharge.

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Stroke is characterized by deficiency in the body with excess in the exterior—kidney-yin deficiency, qi deficiency with blood stasis as the root cause. Liver wind moving internally, wind-fire fueling each other, phlegm and blood stasis obstructing the channels, and qi and blood being out of balance as the symptoms. Warming yang and tonifying the kidneys, promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, calming the liver and lowering yang, and dispelling wind and unblocking the channels are the fundamental principles of treatment for this condition. In this article, cinnamon twig, fuzi, cistanche, and ba ji tian tonify the kidneys and warm yang, guiding fire back to its source; shi chang pu and yuan zhi calm the mind and soothe the spirit, facilitating communication between heart and kidneys; rehmannia, Shan Yao, and Shan Zhu Rong nourish the liver and kidneys; safflower, red peony, chuan xiong, dan shen promote blood circulation, resolve stasis, and prevent blood platelet aggregation, reducing blood viscosity; bai zhu,茯苓, gan cao, chen pi strengthen the spleen and dry dampness; earthworm and leeches dissolve stasis and unblock the channels; hook vine calms the liver and lowers yang; mulberry bark, chuan niuxi, and dog's knee nourish the kidneys and nourish yin [3]. In the formula, astragalus, dan shen, and kudzu root are used in quantities around 30 grams, enhancing their effects in replenishing qi and nourishing blood. However, blood circulation-promoting herbs should not be used for too long, lest they damage the body’s righteous qi; in the early stages of stroke, calm the liver and lower yang, promote blood circulation and resolve stasis, and then, in the later stages, replenish qi and activate blood circulation, greatly tonify the liver and kidneys, while also using herbs that promote blood circulation and unblock the channels.

References [1] Pei Zhengxue. Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment of Hypertensive Cerebral Hemorrhage. Pei Zhengxue Medical Talks and Case Studies [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2005, 02:43–48.

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Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Depression Using Tianwang Buxin Dan and Sheng Tie Luo Yin
Zhan Wenguang
[Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the underlying causes of depression include heart blood deficiency, kidney yin deficiency, and both heart and spleen deficiency; liver stagnation, spleen deficiency, qi stagnation, blood stasis, and phlegm-fire disturbing the mind are the primary contributing factors. The disease is characterized by both fundamental deficiencies and superficial manifestations, with a combination of deficiency and excess. Clinical treatment with Tianwang Buxin Dan and Sheng Tie Luo Yin has yielded remarkable therapeutic effects.

[Keywords] Depression; Sheng Tie Luo Yin; Tianwang Buxin Dan; Experience; Pei Zhengxue

Depression is a psychological disorder caused by multiple factors. According to World Health Organization statistics, the global prevalence of depression is approximately 3.1%, reaching nearly 6% in developed countries, making it the fourth leading cause of illness worldwide. Moreover, individuals with depression are at high risk of suicide—about 10%–15% of patients may attempt suicide as a result of their condition[1]. Depression is a mental illness whose symptoms fluctuate depending on emotional states, primarily manifesting as low mood, worry, irritability, or easy agitation, reduced motivation, sleep disturbances, pessimism and hopelessness, loss of interest in life, and even suicidal thoughts. With the advancement of society and the economy, increasing competition in daily life, the escalating intensity of various conflicts, and individual personality traits, the incidence of depression has been rising year after year. This leads to physical and psychological suffering for patients, severely impacting their physical and mental health and quality of life. While Western medicine employs antidepressant medications to treat depression, which can provide some relief, these treatments often come with significant side effects. In contrast, traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies offer substantial advantages in treating depression.

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I. Etiology and Pathogenesis
Depression is a psychological disorder characterized by emotional disturbances, falling under the category of “Yu Zheng” or “Epilepsy” in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It often results from emotional trauma, leading to liver qi stagnation and imbalance in the internal organs’ qi mechanisms—primarily affecting the heart, liver, and spleen, as well as causing qi and blood dysregulation[2]. The heart governs blood circulation and spirit; sorrow and grief deplete heart blood, leading to blood deficiency and darkening of the body’s essence, resulting in insufficient nourishment of the heart spirit and causing mental confusion and restlessness. When heart yin is deficient, excessive yang rises, heat disturbs the heart spirit, leading to palpitations, insomnia, and irritability. Emotional trauma—such as that caused by seven emotions—can lead to kidney yin deficiency, where water and fire are imbalanced, causing heart-kidney disharmony and resulting in frequent insomnia and vivid dreams. The spleen is the root of postnatal functions and the source of qi and blood production; when excessive thinking harms the spleen, leading to both heart-spleen deficiency, one may experience palpitations, forgetfulness, difficulty sleeping, and dizziness. When emotional trauma affects the liver, its qi becomes stagnant, qi stagnation leads to blood stasis, causing depressive moods, suicidal ideation, and irritability. The liver prefers openness and expression while avoiding depression; when emotions are unfulfilled, liver qi becomes stagnant, qi stagnation leads to spleen deficiency and qi stagnation, overthinking, emotional instability, pessimism, and a tendency to sigh and become easily angered. Liver qi stagnation and spleen deficiency combine to generate dampness and phlegm, and when qi stagnation transforms into fire, phlegm-fire rises and disturbs the heart spirit. Therefore, depression arises from both fundamental deficiencies and superficial manifestations—deficiency and excess coexist. Heart blood deficiency, kidney yin deficiency, and both heart and spleen deficiency are the root causes, while liver qi stagnation, spleen deficiency, qi stagnation, and phlegm-fire disturbing the mind are the primary contributing factors.

II. Differentiation and Treatment
Based on these pathogenic characteristics, Professor Pei Zhengxue employed Tianwang Buxin Dan and Sheng Tie Luo Yin in his clinical practice. Tianwang Buxin Dan is a prescription originally compiled by Hong Ji, a Confucian physician during the late Ming Dynasty, found in “Cui Sheng Mi Pao,” which includes Danshen, Danggui, Dangshen, Shi Changpu, Fuling, Wumeizi, Mai Dong, Tiantong, Dihuang, Xuan Shen, Yuan Zhi (processed), Suanzao Ren (stir-fried), Bai Zi Ren, Jiegeng, Gancao, and Zhusha. This formula nourishes yin and replenishes blood, tonifies the heart and calms the spirit[3]. Clinically, it is used for cases of yin deficiency and blood deficiency, accompanied by heart-kidney deficiency leading to restlessness, poor sleep, palpitations, fatigue, and memory impairment, constipation, sores in the mouth and tongue, a red tongue with little coating, and a fine, rapid pulse. Sheng Tie Luo Yin was derived from Cheng Zhongling’s “Yi Xue Xin Wu,” comprising Mai Dong, Tiantong, Zhebei Mu, Dan Nanxing, Juhong, Shi Changpu, Yuan Zhi, Fuling, Yuan Shen, Gou Teng, Lianqiao, Dangshen, Sheng Tie Luo, and Zhusha. This formula clears phlegm and clears heat, strengthens the central point to calm the spirit, and is used for cases of phlegm-fire disturbing the mind, restlessness, and mental depression, schizophrenia, epilepsy, and other conditions. Both formulas nourish yin and replenish blood, strengthen the central point to calm the spirit; they contain many yin-nourishing herbs and metals, which can easily harm the stomach and intestines—so if abdominal distension and poor appetite occur, use Zhishi, Houpo; if there is throat obstruction, add Banxia and Houpo; if menstrual flow is low, add Jixue Teng and Xiangfu; if dizziness and head discomfort occur, add Tianma…

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III. Typical Cases

Li, male, 28 years old, with two years of chronic depression. He frequently experiences emotional instability, is prone to sadness and pessimism, lacks enthusiasm for life, and often sighs deeply. He was diagnosed with depression at a certain hospital, and his symptoms improved after taking Sibili and Estazolam tablets. However, over the past week, he became more irritable due to a minor argument with a neighbor, experienced decreased appetite, palpitations, sweating, insomnia with frequent dreams, intense heat in his five centers, dryness in his mouth and throat, a dark red tongue with little coating, and a fine, rapid pulse. Diagnosis: Depressive disorder. Traditional Chinese Medicine identified his condition as heart-kidney yin deficiency combined with liver qi stagnation. Treatment principles: nourish yin and replenish blood, calm the heart and soothe the spirit, while also regulating the liver and dispersing qi. Prescription: Tianwang Buxin Dan combined with Sheng Tie Luo Yin, modified according to the case. Use 10g Mai Dong, 10g Tiantong, 20g Dangshen, 15g Dangshen, 10g Danggui, 10g Shi Changpu, 10g Yuan Zhi, 10g Fuling, 3g Wumeizi, 10g Dihuang, 15g Suanzao Ren, 15g Bai Zi Ren, 20g Jiegeng, 6g Gancao, 2g Zhusha (for powder preparation), 10g Zhebei Mu, 20g Gou Teng, 15g Lianqiao, 10g Chaihu, 10g Hehuanhua, and 100g Sheng Tie Luo (first decocted for 5 minutes, then used this water to prepare the medicine). Take the decoction once daily for 14 doses. At the second visit, his mood had improved, his sleep had become better, he felt less fatigued and his palpitations had subsided; his tongue was red, with little coating, and his pulse was fine and rapid. His condition indicated both heart-yin and heart-yin deficiency; therefore, Lianqiao, Gou Teng, and Sheng Tie Luo were removed, and 15g each of Taizishen and Huangqi were added. After 14 doses, his symptoms eased. The medication was increased tenfold, ground into powder, coated with Zhusha, and made into pills—1 pill per dose, taken three times daily for long-term consolidation of the treatment effect.

IV. Reflections
Depression is an emotional and psychological disorder characterized primarily by low mood. Professor Pei Zhengxue believed that the root cause of depression lies in heart-kidney yin deficiency and heart-spleen deficiency, with liver qi stagnation and phlegm-fire disturbing the heart as the main pathogenic mechanisms. As stated in “Ancient and Modern Famous Physicians’ Formulas and Discussions”: “The heart governs fire, but it is the spirit that truly controls fire. When the spirit weakens, fire becomes the problem; therefore, when nourishing the heart, we must first clear the fire, and only then can the spirit find peace.” Thus, Professor Pei used Tianwang Buxin Dan combined with Sheng Tie Luo Yin to nourish yin, replenish blood, tonify the heart, and calm the spirit. Among the ingredients in the formula, roasted Suanzao Ren, Bai Zi Ren, Yuan Zhi, and Shi Changpu nourish the heart and calm the spirit, while Zhusha calms the heart and enhances the function of calming and stabilizing the spirit. Dihuang, Mai Dong, Tiantong, and Yuan Shen nourish the yin of the heart and kidneys while clearing excess fire; Danggui and Dangshen nourish the blood and replenish blood; Dangshen and Gancao nourish the heart qi; Wumeizi constricts heart yin; Dan Nanxing, Zhebei Mu, and…

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Tan Lianrong: Tianwang Buxin Dan—A New Application[J], New Chinese Medicine, 2008, 25(09):122–123.
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Guo Changxue, Li Shuxia, Wang Jianying: Tianwang Buxin Dan Combined with Modifications in the Treatment of Insomnia—40 Clinical Observations[J], Yunnan Chinese Medicine and Herbal Medicine Journal, 2012, 33(01):44–45.
Ye Wuzhang, Lin Yichuan, Ye Jiangshui: Sheng Tie Luo Yin in the Treatment of Mania—39 Cases[J], China Association of Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Seventh International Conference on Mental Diseases, 2002, 124–125.
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Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Epilepsy
Zhan Wenguang, Qi Xueting, Dong Qin
[Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the etiology and pathogenesis of epilepsy are rooted in qi stagnation and blood stasis, with phlegm-dampness obstructing the interior as the primary factor. To treat the root cause, he uses Tao Hong Si Wu Tang to activate blood circulation and resolve stasis; to address the superficial symptoms, he uses Er Chen and Dao Tan to clear phlegm and drain dampness. The formula “Que Xian San” and “Pei Shi Ding Xian Tang,” combined with modifications, have proven effective in treating this condition.

[Keywords] Epilepsy; Que Xian San; Pei Shi Ding Xian Tang; Experience; Pei Zhengxue
Pei Zhengxue, born in February 1938, is from Luomen Town, Wushan County, Tianshui City. He graduated from the Medical Department of Xi’an Medical University in 1961. In 1987, he earned the title of Chief Physician and received a special government allowance. In 1997, he was recognized by the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine as one of the 500 renowned elderly TCM physicians nationwide, and he was subsequently appointed as a visiting professor by four TCM universities, including the Hong Kong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. In 2000, he was awarded the National Outstanding Contribution Award in Integrative Medicine, and in 2004, he was elected as a renowned elderly TCM physician of Gansu Province. He currently serves as a lifetime director of the China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chief Expert at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, Honorary President of the Gansu Provincial Association of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, and a director of the China Association of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine. He is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine, a chief physician, a doctoral supervisor, and a national mentor for senior students. He served as a member of the Gansu Provincial Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference for the 6th, 7th, and 8th terms. He proposed the 16-character principle of “Western diagnosis, TCM differentiation, herbal medicine as the primary treatment, Western medicine as a supplementary approach,” which gained attention across China’s TCM community in the 1970s and became an important school of thought in the field of TCM and Western medicine today.

Professor Pei has published 15 monographs, including “Commentary on Blood Conditions,” “New Compilation of TCM Formulae,” “Pharmacology and Clinical Applications of Rheum,” “Diagnosis and Treatment of Hepatitis B,” “Selected Cases of Pei Shen’s Medical Practice,” “New Compilation of Warm Disease Studies,” “Practical Internal Medicine in Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine,” “Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Treatment of Hypertension,” “Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Treatment of Diabetes,” “Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Treatment of Liver Diseases,” “Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Treatment of Stomach Pain,” “Collected Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue,” and “Collected Medical Talks and Case Records of Pei Zhengxue,” all of which are renowned medical works. He has published more than 80 medical papers and won numerous provincial and ministerial-level science and technology progress awards, one national-level award, and one international award. The “Practical Internal Medicine in Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine,” edited by him, received the “International Award for Outstanding Contributions” at the Third World Conference on Traditional Medicine held in the United States in April 1996, and Professor Pei Zhengxue was honored with the title of “Star of World Ethnic Medicine.” Professor Pei Zhengxue is skilled in treating a wide range of complex and difficult-to-diagnose diseases. I was fortunate to study under Professor Pei, and I would like to share the following clinical experience of Professor Pei in treating epilepsy.

Epilepsy, commonly known as “yangjiao feng,” is a chronic condition characterized by sudden, excessive electrical activity in the brain neurons, leading to temporary brain dysfunction and episodes of convulsions and twitching. The causes of epilepsy are related to intracranial infections, traumatic brain injuries, intracranial tumors, brain tissue poisoning, parasitic diseases of the brain, and genetic factors. Clinically, epilepsy is often manifested by sudden, brief loss of consciousness, rigid convulsions, falls, foaming at the mouth, eyes staring upward, strange sounds resembling those of pigs or sheep, and a return to normal behavior upon waking.
I. Etiology, Pathogenesis, and Treatment Principles
Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the formation of epilepsy is primarily due to brain trauma, brain tumors, brain tissue poisoning, congenital brain hypoxia, and other similar conditions. The main pathogenic mechanisms include qi stagnation and blood stasis, as well as phlegm-dampness obstructing the interior. Qi and blood stasis accumulate in the central nervous system, while phlegm-dampness accumulates in the spleen and stomach. The former is the root cause, while the latter is the superficial manifestation. Therefore, Professor Pei proposed the treatment principle of using Tao Hong Si Wu Tang to treat the root cause and Er Chen and Dao Tan to treat the superficial symptoms. The treatment of epilepsy should distinguish between the root cause and superficial symptoms, and address them accordingly[1]. For recurrent seizures, the focus should be on treating the superficial symptoms—quickly controlling the condition to prevent damage to the brain. The treatment should aim to calm the liver, extinguish wind, tranquilize the spirit, clear phlegm, open the orifices, and stop the convulsions. When a sudden seizure occurs, acupuncture can be used to help the patient regain consciousness, followed by the administration of herbal medicines. In daily practice, it is important to strengthen the spleen, clear phlegm, promote blood circulation, resolve stasis, and nourish the heart and calm the spirit to treat the root cause. As stated in “Clinical Guidelines for Epilepsy: ‘For those with actual symptoms, use Wuxian Wan to attack wind, Kuo Xian Wan to eliminate phlegm, Long Hui Wan to clear fire; for those with deficiency, focus on nourishing qi and blood, regulating yin and yang, and using formulas such as Nourishing Soup and He Che Wan.’”

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II. Prescriptions and Clinical Modifications
Through extensive clinical practice, Professor Pei summarized that Que Xian San and Ding Xian Wan have shown remarkable efficacy in treating epilepsy.

1. Que Xian San[2] consists of 30g of Jang Can, 15g of Quan Xie, 3 centipedes, 6g of Bai Fuan, 30g of Yu Jin, 30g of Fa Ban Xia, 30g of Dan Nanxing, and more than a dozen other herbs. The herbs are ground into powder, taken in 6g per dose, twice daily. This formula helps to calm the liver, extinguish wind, stop spasms, clear phlegm, and open the orifices.
2. Pei Shi Ding Xian Tang[2] comprises 10g of Tao Ren, 6g of Hong Hua, 10g of Dang Gui, 10g of Bai Shao, 12g of Dihuang, 10g of Chuan Xiong, 10g of Jang Can, 3g of Quan Xie, 1 centipede, 15g of Qing Meng Shi, 15g of Hai Fu Shi, 3g of Bai Fuan, 10g of Yu Jin, 10g of Fa Ban Xia, 10g of Dan Nanxing, 20g of Hei Bai Er Chou, 3g of Shen Xiang, 10g of Shen Qu, 10g of Shi Changpu, 10g of Yuan Zhi, 10g of Bai Hu Jiao, and more than a dozen other herbs. The formula is taken as a decoction or made into pills with honey, 6g per pill, twice daily. It helps to promote blood circulation, clear wind, open the orifices, and eliminate phlegm and stop spasms, and is used for patients with recurrent epileptic seizures.
3. Clinical Modifications: If there is vomiting of phlegm and saliva, add Zhu Ru, fresh ginger juice, Gua Lou, and Xuan Fu Hua to relieve nausea and stop vomiting; if liver fire is severe, causing irritability and anger, or if one suffers from heart trouble and insomnia, add Long Dan Cao, Qing Dai, Aloe Vera, raw Long Gu, and raw Oyster to clear liver fire and calm the spirit; if dizziness and blurred vision occur, add Tian Ma, Gou Teng, and Shi Jue Ming to calm the liver and quiet the Yang; if chest tightness and nausea occur, or if coughing produces phlegm that is difficult to expel, add Dangshen, Bai Zhu, Fuling, and Chen Pi to strengthen the qi and improve the spleen; if one experiences palpitations, shortness of breath, or frequent dreams, add roasted Suanzao Ren, Bai Zi Ren, Yuan Zhi, and Wumeizi to nourish the heart and calm the spirit; if earlobes become dry and cracked, or if one feels soreness in the lower back and knees, dizziness, and frequent convulsions due to heart-kidney deficiency, add Shu Di, Shan Yu Rou, Gui Ban Jiao, Turtle Shell, and raw Oyster to nourish the kidneys, enhance essence, nourish yin, and quiet the Yang; if constipation occurs, add Fire Hemp Seeds, Yuli Seeds, and Yuan Shen to moisten the intestines and promote bowel movements.
   III. Typical Cases
   Li, male, 10 years old, has suffered from intermittent headaches and convulsions for two years. Each episode lasts about 1–3 minutes, with the patient spitting white foam while experiencing headache and nausea, jaw clenching, loss of consciousness, and regaining consciousness after acupuncture at the Ren Zhong acupoint. Over the past month, he experienced headaches and fever due to a cold, and the pain from acupuncture during an IV drip triggered his symptoms—his face turned stiff, he spat white foam, and he felt chest tightness and shortness of breath. EEG showed mild abnormalities in the brain’s electrical activity. Brain CT scan did not reveal any signs of tumor. Three years ago, he fell off a bicycle and injured his head, but he was conscious at the time, experiencing headaches and dizziness, and brain CT scans showed no abnormalities. His tongue was red, with a thin yellow coating, and his pulse was tense, smooth, and rapid. Diagnosis: Epilepsy. TCM differentiation: Head trauma caused blood stasis blocking the meridians, and phlegm-heat and wind disturbance were triggered by external wind exposure. Treatment principles: promote blood circulation, clear heat and eliminate phlegm, calm the liver and quiet the Yang, and stop wind and relieve spasms. The prescription used Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang combined with Que Xian Wan, modified according to the case. Ingredients: 10g of Ma Xing, 10g of Xingren, 30g of Sheng Shi Gao, 6g of Gancao, 6g of Bai Zhi, 10g of Fang Feng, 6g of Chuan Xiong, 3g of Quan Xie, 1 centipede, 15g of Qing Meng Shi, 15g of Hai Fu Shi, 3g of Bai Fuan, 10g of Yu Jin, 10g of Hei Bai Er Chou, 10g of Shen Qu, 10g of Yuan Zhi, 6g of Bai Hu Jiao. 14 doses were taken. The decoction was taken twice daily. Que Xian Wan was taken in 3g per dose, twice daily. At the second visit, his headaches and convulsions gradually eased, his vomiting of phlegm and saliva decreased, he still felt dizzy sometimes, his sleep was poor, he dreamed frequently, his tongue was red, with a thin white coating, and his pulse was smooth and slow. His condition indicated heart-spleen deficiency and blood stasis in the brain meridians. The original formula was modified to remove Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang, adding 10g of Tao Ren, 6g of Hong Hua, 10g of Dang Gui, 10g of Bai Shao, 10g of Roasted Suanzao Ren, 10g of Bai Zi Ren, 10g of Yuan Zhi, 15g of Dangshen, 10g of Bai Zhu, 10g of Bai Zi Ren, 10g of Dangshen, 10g of Shen Xiang, 10g of Yuan Zhi, 10g of Bai Hu Jiao, 10g of Shen Qu, 10g of Yuan Zhi, 6g of Bai Hu Jiao. After six months of continuous use, he no longer experienced convulsions, his headaches were cured, his appetite improved, and he was able to attend school normally. He continued to take Que Xian Wan and Que Xian Wan for more than three years, and his epilepsy never recurred.
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Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Depression Using Tianwang Buxin Dan and Sheng Tie Luo Yin
Zhan Wenguang
[Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the underlying causes of depression include blood deficiency, kidney yin deficiency, and both heart and spleen deficiency, with liver stagnation, spleen deficiency, qi stagnation, blood stasis, and phlegm-fire disturbing the mind as secondary factors. The disease mechanism is characterized by both fundamental deficiency and superficial excess, with a combination of deficiency and excess. Clinically, Tianwang Buxin Dan and Sheng Tie Luo Yin have shown remarkable therapeutic effects.

[Keywords] Depression; Sheng Tie Luo Yin; Tianwang Buxin Dan; Experience; Pei Zhengxue

Depression is a psychological disorder caused by multiple factors. According to World Health Organization statistics, the global prevalence of depression is approximately 3.1%, reaching nearly 6% in developed countries, making it the fourth leading cause of illness worldwide. Moreover, individuals with depression are at high risk of suicide—about 10%–15% of patients may end their lives through suicide[1]. Depression is a mental illness whose symptoms fluctuate with emotional changes, primarily manifesting as low mood, worry, irritability, or easy agitation, reduced motivation, sleep disturbances, pessimism and hopelessness, loss of interest in life, and even suicidal thoughts. With the advancement of society and economy, increasing life competition, the constant escalation of various conflicts, and individual personality traits, the incidence of depression has been rising year after year. This leads to physical and psychological suffering for patients, severely impacting their physical and mental health and quality of life. While Western medicine employs antidepressant medications to treat depression, which can provide some relief, they often come with numerous side effects. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and herbal remedies offer significant advantages in treating depression.

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I. Etiology and Pathogenesis
Depression is a psychological disorder characterized by emotional disorders, falling under the category of “Yu Zheng” or “Epilepsy” in TCM. It often results from emotional trauma, leading to liver qi stagnation and imbalance in the internal organs’ qi mechanisms—primarily affecting the heart, liver, and spleen, as well as causing qi and blood dysfunction[2]. The heart governs blood circulation and spirit; sorrow and grief deplete heart blood, leading to blood deficiency and darkening of the body’s essence, resulting in impaired nourishment of the heart spirit and causing mental confusion and restlessness. When heart yin is deficient, excessive yang rises, heat disturbs the heart spirit, causing palpitations, insomnia, and irritability. Emotional trauma—such as those caused by seven emotions—leads to kidney yin deficiency, where water and fire are imbalanced, causing heart-kidney disharmony and resulting in frequent insomnia and vivid dreams. The spleen is the root of postnatal functions and the source of qi and blood production; when excessive thinking harms the spleen, leading to both heart-spleen deficiency, palpitations, forgetfulness, and poor sleep accompanied by dizziness, then the heart’s qi becomes stagnant and the mind is unsettled. When the liver is not properly regulated, qi stagnates, leading to qi stagnation and blood stasis, which manifests as depressive moods, suicidal thoughts, and irritability. The liver prefers openness and expression while abhorring depression; when emotions are thwarted, liver qi stagnates, spleen qi becomes deficient, overthinking leads to emotional instability, pessimism, and a sense of despair, along with sighing and quick temper. Liver qi stagnation and spleen deficiency lead to dampness accumulation and phlegm formation, qi stagnation turning into fire, and when phlegm-fire rises and disturbs the mind, the heart’s spirit becomes restless. Therefore, depression arises from both fundamental deficiency and superficial excess, with a combination of deficiency and excess: blood deficiency, kidney yin deficiency, and both heart and spleen deficiency as the root cause, while liver qi stagnation, spleen deficiency, qi stagnation, blood stasis, and phlegm-fire disturbing the mind as secondary factors.

II. Differentiation and Treatment
Based on these pathogenic characteristics, Professor Pei Zhengxue employed Tianwang Buxin Dan and Sheng Tie Luo Yin in his treatment approach. Tianwang Buxin Dan was originally prescribed in Hong Ji’s “Secrets of Life Preservation,” written during the late Ming Dynasty, and consists of salvia, angelica sinensis, codonopsis pilosula, Acorus calamus, poria, schisandra, ophiopogon, asparagus, rehmannia, black ginseng, Zhiwu, roasted jujube seeds, pine nuts, platycodon, licorice, and cinnabar. This formula nourishes yin, replenishes blood, tonifies the heart, and calms the spirit[3]. Clinically, it is used for cases of yin deficiency and blood deficiency, characterized by restlessness, difficulty sleeping, palpitations, fatigue, and memory impairment, as well as constipation, sores in the mouth and tongue, a red tongue with little coating, and a fine, rapid pulse. Sheng Tie Luo Yin was originally derived from Cheng Zhongling’s “Heart Wisdom in Medicine,” consisting of ophiopogon, asparagus, fritillaria cirrhosa, pinellia ternata, tangerine peel, Acorus calamus, Zhiwu, poria, rehmannia, black ginseng, knotweed, Forsythia, salvia, Sheng Tie Luo, and cinnabar. This formula clears phlegm and clears heat, strengthens the central point to calm the spirit, and is used for conditions involving phlegm-fire disturbance, restlessness, and mental depression, schizophrenia, epilepsy, and other similar conditions. Both formulas nourish yin and replenish blood, strengthen the central point to calm the spirit; however, the formulas contain many yin-nourishing herbs and metals, which can easily harm the stomach and intestines—so if abdominal distension or poor appetite occurs, use citri reticulata, paeoniae alba, or other herbs accordingly. If there is throat obstruction, add Pinellia, paeoniae alba; if menstrual flow is low, add Cynanchum paniculatum, Ligusticum chuanxiong; if dizziness or head discomfort persists, add Gastrodia elata, ...

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III. Typical Cases

Li, male, 28 years old, with two years of chronic depression. He frequently experiences emotional instability, is prone to sadness and pessimism, lacks enthusiasm for life, and often sighs deeply. He was diagnosed with depression at a hospital, and after taking Sulfiril and Estazolam tablets, his symptoms improved. However, over the past week, he became more irritable due to a minor argument with a neighbor, experienced decreased appetite, palpitations, sweating, insomnia with frequent dreams, intense heat in his five centers, dryness in his mouth and throat, a dark red tongue with little coating, a fine, rapid pulse. Diagnosis: Depressive disorder. TCM differentiation indicated yin deficiency in the heart and kidneys, combined with liver qi stagnation. Treatment principle: nourish yin and replenish blood, calm the heart and soothe the spirit, while also regulating the liver and dispersing qi. Prescription: Tianwang Buxin Dan combined with Sheng Tie Luo Yin, adjusted according to the case. Ophiopogon 10g, asparagus 10g, salvia 20g, codonopsis pilosula 15g, angelica sinensis 10g, Acorus calamus 10g, Zhiwu 10g, poria 10g, schisandra 3g, rehmannia 10g, roasted jujube seeds 15g, pine nuts 15g, platycodon 20g, licorice 6g, cinnabar 2g (for powder), fritillaria cirrhosa 10g, knotweed 20g, Forsythia 15g, Chaihu 10g, Albizia flower 10g, Sheng Tie Luo 100g (first decocted for 5 minutes, then used this water to prepare the medicine). Take the decoction daily, 1 dose per day, for 14 doses. At the second visit, after taking the medication, his mood improved, his sleep became better, he felt less fatigued and had fewer palpitations; his tongue was red, with little coating, and his pulse was fine and rapid. His condition reflected both yin and qi deficiency in the heart; therefore, the prescription was adjusted to remove Forsythia, knotweed, and Sheng Tie Luo, adding 15g each of Prince’s Ginseng and Astragalus, for a total of 14 doses. At the third visit, his symptoms were alleviated, and the dosage was increased tenfold. The medicine was ground into powder, coated with cinnabar, and made into pills, 1 pill per dose, 3 times a day, taken long-term to consolidate the therapeutic effect.

IV. Reflections
Depression is an emotional and psychological disorder characterized primarily by low mood. Professor Pei Zhengxue believed that the primary causes of depression lie in heart-kidney yin deficiency and heart-spleen deficiency, with liver qi stagnation and phlegm-fire disturbing the heart as key pathological mechanisms. As stated in “Ancient and Modern Famous Physicians’ Formulas and Discussions”: “The heart governs fire, but its true master is spirit. When spirit is depleted, fire becomes the problem; therefore, when nourishing the heart, one must first clear the fire, and only then can the spirit find peace.” Thus, Professor Pei employed Tianwang Buxin Dan combined with Sheng Tie Luo Yin to nourish yin, replenish blood, tonify the heart, and calm the spirit. In the formula, roasted jujube seeds, pine nuts, Zhiwu, and Acorus calamus nourish the heart and calm the spirit, while cinnabar calms the heart and enhances the function of calming and stabilizing the spirit. Rehmannia, salvia, and codonopsis pilosula nourish the yin of the heart and kidneys, while also clearing excess fire; angelica sinensis and salvia replenish blood and nourish the blood; codonopsis pilosula and licorice replenish heart qi; schisandra tightens the heart’s yin; pinellia, fritillaria cirrhosa, ...

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Tan Lianrong, Tianwang Buxin Dan: A New Application[J], New Chinese Medicine, 2008, 25(09):122–123.
Tan Lianrong, Tianwang Buxin Dan: Treatment of Insomnia in 86 Cases[J], Hebei Chinese Medicine, 2004, 26(12):120–121.
Guo Changxue, Li Shuxia, Wang Jianying, Tianwang Buxin Dan: Clinical Observation on 40 Cases of Insomnia – Adjustments and Additions[J], Yunnan Chinese Medicine and Herbal Medicine Journal, 2012, 33(01):44–45.
Ye Wuzhang, Lin Yichuan, Ye Jiangshui, Sheng Tie Luo Yin: Treatment of Mania in 39 Cases[J], China Association of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, Seventh International Conference on Mental Disorders, 2002, 124–125.
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Chapter 14: Neurological Disorders
Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Epilepsy
Zhan Wenguang, Qi Xueting, Dong Qin
[Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the etiology and pathogenesis of epilepsy are rooted in qi stagnation and blood stasis, with phlegm-dampness obstructing the interior as the primary factor. To treat the root cause, he uses Taohong Siwu Tang to promote blood circulation and resolve stasis, while using Erchen and Dao Tan to clear phlegm and eliminate dampness to address the secondary symptoms. The prescriptions “Quexian San” and “Pei’s Dingxian Tang,” combined with adjustments, have yielded remarkable therapeutic results.

[Keywords] Epilepsy; Quexian San; Pei’s Dingxian Tang; Experience; Pei Zhengxue
Pei Zhengxue, born in February 1938, is from Luomen Town, Wushan County, Tianshui City. He graduated from the Medical Department of Xi’an Medical University in 1961. In 1987, he earned the title of Chief Physician and received a special government allowance from the State Council. In 1997, he was recognized by the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine as one of the 500 renowned senior TCM physicians nationwide, and he was subsequently appointed as a visiting professor by four TCM universities, including the Hong Kong College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. In 2000, he was awarded the National Outstanding Contribution Award in Integrative Chinese and Western Medicine, and in 2004, he was elected as a renowned senior TCM physician of Gansu Province. He currently serves as a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chief Expert at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, Honorary President of the Gansu Provincial Association of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, and a director of the China Association of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine. He is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine, a chief physician, a doctoral supervisor, and a national mentor for graduate students. He served as a member of the Gansu Provincial Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference for the 6th, 7th, and 8th sessions. He proposed the 16-character principle of “Western medical diagnosis, TCM differentiation, herbal medicine as the mainstay, Western medicine as a supplement,” which gained attention across China’s TCM community in the 1970s and became an important school of thought in the field of TCM and Western medicine today.

Professor Pei has published 15 monographs, including “Commentary on Blood Disorders,” “New Compilation of TCM Formulae,” “Pharmacology and Clinical Applications of Rheum,” “Diagnosis and Treatment of Hepatitis B,” “Selected Cases of Pei Shen,” “New Compilation of Warm Disease Studies,” “Practical Internal Medicine in Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine,” “Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Treatment of Hypertension,” “Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Treatment of Diabetes,” “Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Treatment of Liver Diseases,” “Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Treatment of Stomach Pain,” “Collected Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue,” and “Collection of Medical Talks and Case Records of Pei Zhengxue,” all of which are renowned medical works. He has published more than 80 medical papers. He has received numerous provincial and ministerial-level science and technology progress awards, one national-level award, and one world-level award. The “Practical Internal Medicine in Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine,” edited by him, won the “International Award for Outstanding Contributions” at the Third World Congress of Traditional Medicine held in the United States in April 1996, and Professor Pei Zhengxue was honored with the title of “Star of World Ethnic Medicine.” Professor Pei Zhengxue is skilled in treating various complex and difficult diseases. I had the privilege of studying under Professor Pei, and I would like to share the following clinical experience of Professor Pei in treating epilepsy.

Epilepsy, commonly known as “yangjiao feng,” is a chronic disease characterized by sudden, excessive electrical activity in the brain neurons, leading to temporary brain dysfunction and episodes of convulsions and twitching. Its causes are related to intracranial infections, traumatic brain injuries, intracranial tumors, brain tissue poisoning, parasitic diseases of the brain, and genetic factors. Clinically, epilepsy is often manifested by sudden, brief loss of consciousness, rigid convulsions, falls, foaming at the mouth, eyes staring upward, strange sounds resembling pig or sheep, and a return to normal behavior upon waking—this is a characteristic mental disorder.

I. Etiology, Pathogenesis, and Treatment Principles
Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the development of epilepsy is primarily caused by brain trauma, brain tumors, brain tissue poisoning, congenital brain hypoxia, and other such conditions. The primary pathogenic mechanisms include qi stagnation and blood stasis, as well as phlegm-dampness obstructing the interior. Qi and blood stagnation affect the central nervous system, while phlegm-dampness obstructs the spleen and stomach. The former is the root cause, while the latter is the secondary symptom. Therefore, Professor Pei proposed the treatment principle of using Taohong Siwu Tang to treat the root cause and Erchen and Dao Tan to treat the secondary symptoms. The treatment of epilepsy should distinguish between root and surface symptoms and address them accordingly[1]. For acute attacks, focus on treating the surface symptoms, quickly controlling the condition to prevent damage to the brain. Treat the condition by calming the liver, extinguishing wind, calming the spirit, clearing phlegm, opening the orifices, and stopping seizures. When a sudden seizure occurs, first use acupuncture to induce awakening, then administer herbal medicine. In daily practice, focus on strengthening the spleen, eliminating phlegm, promoting blood circulation, resolving phlegm, opening the orifices, and nourishing the heart to treat the root cause. As stated in “Clinical Guidelines for Epilepsy: ‘For those with actual symptoms, use Wuxian Wan to attack wind, Kuo Xian Wan to eliminate phlegm, Long Hui Wan to clear fire; for those with deficiency, nourish qi and blood, regulate yin and yang, and use formulas like Nourishing Soup or He Che Wan.’”

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II. Prescriptions and Clinical Adjustments
Through extensive clinical practice, Professor Pei summarized that Quexian San and Dingxian Wan have proven effective in treating epilepsy.

1. Quexian San[2] consists of 30g of Silkworm Moths, 15g of Scorpion, 3 centipedes, 6g of White Fungus, 30g of Turmeric, 30g of Pinellia, 30g of Pinellia, and more than a dozen other herbs. The herbs are ground into powder, taken in 6g doses twice a day. This formula promotes calming the liver, extinguishing wind, relieving spasms, clearing phlegm, and opening the orifices.
2. Pei’s Dingxian Tang[2] contains 10g of Peach Kernel, 6g of Safflower, 10g of Angelica Sinensis, 10g of White Peony, 12g of Rehmannia, 10g of Chuanxiong, 10g of Silkworm Moths, 3g of Scorpion, 1 centipede, 15g of Green Calcite, 15g of Sea Stone, 3g of White Fungus, 10g of Turmeric, 10g of Pinellia, 10g of Pinellia, 20g of Black and White Two-Clay, 3g of Agarwood, 10g of Cornus Fruit, 10g of Acorus Calamus, 10g of Platycodon, 10g of White Pepper, and more than a dozen other herbs. The medicine is prepared as a decoction or made into pills, 6g per pill, twice a day. It promotes blood circulation, resolves wind, opens the orifices, clears phlegm, and relieves spasms, suitable for patients with recurrent epileptic seizures.
3. Clinical Adjustments: For vomiting of phlegm and saliva, add Bamboo Shoots, Ginger Juice, Trichosanthes, and Spinous Flower to relieve nausea and stop vomiting; when liver fire is severe and the patient is irritable and easily angered, add Gentiana, Indigo, Aloe Vera, Raw Dragon Bone, and Raw Oyster to clear liver fire and calm the spirit; for dizziness and blurred vision, add Gastrodia, Knotweed, and Stone Crystal to calm the liver and quiet the Yang; for chest tightness and nausea, add Codonopsis, Atractylodes, Poria, and Citrus Peel to strengthen the Qi and improve the spleen; for palpitations and shortness of breath, and frequent dreams, add Roasted Jujube Seeds, Pine Nuts, Zhiwu, and Schisandra to nourish the heart and calm the spirit; for dry and cracked earlobes, sore lower back and knees, dizziness and blurred vision, and frequent convulsions due to heart-kidney deficiency, add Rehmannia, Chinese Hawthorn, Turtle Shell Gelatin, Turtle Shell, and Raw Oyster to nourish the kidneys, enhance essence, nourish yin, and quiet the Yang; for constipation, add Hemp Seeds, Prunus Persica, and Rehmannia to moisten the intestines and promote bowel movements.

III. Typical Cases
Li, male, 10 years old, with intermittent headaches and convulsions for two years. He experiences seizures 3–4 times a year, each lasting about 1–3 minutes. During a seizure, he spits out white foam accompanied by headache and nausea, his jaw clenches tightly, he loses consciousness, and he regains consciousness after acupuncture at the Renzhong acupoint. Over the past month, he was triggered by a cold, headache, fever, and needle pricks during IV drips, resulting in angular rigidity, foaming at the mouth, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. EEG showed mild abnormalities in the brainwave pattern. Brain CT did not reveal any signs of tumor. Three years ago, he suffered a head injury while riding a bicycle, and at the time, he was conscious, experiencing headache and dizziness, but no abnormalities were found on brain CT scans. His tongue was red, with a thin yellow coating, and his pulse was tense, smooth, and rapid. Diagnosis: Epilepsy. TCM differentiation: Head trauma with blood stasis obstructing the meridians, phlegm-fire and wind disturbed by external wind exposure. Treatment principle: promote blood circulation, clear heat and eliminate phlegm, calm the liver and quiet the Yang, extinguish wind and stop spasms. The prescription used Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang combined with Quexian Wan, adjusted according to the case. Ingredients: 10g of Ephedra, 10g of Apricot Kernel, 30g of Gypsum, 6g of Licorice, 6g of Angelica Dahurica, 10g of Fangfeng, 6g of Chuanxiong, 3g of Scorpion, 1 centipede, 15g of Green Calcite, 15g of Sea Stone, 3g of White Fungus, 10g of Turmeric, 10g of Black and White Two-Clay, 10g of Cornus Fruit, 10g of Pine Nuts, 10g of Acorus Calamus, 10g of Zhiwu, 6g of White Pepper. 14 doses. Take the decoction daily, 2 times a day. Quexian Wan was taken in 3g doses, twice a day. At the second visit, after taking the medication, his headaches and convulsions gradually eased, his vomiting of phlegm and saliva decreased, he still felt dizzy sometimes, his sleep was poor, he had frequent dreams, his tongue was red, with a thin white coating, and his pulse was smooth and slow. His condition reflected heart-spleen deficiency and blood stasis in the brain meridians. The prescription was adjusted to remove Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang, adding 10g of Peach Kernel, 6g of Safflower, 10g of Angelica Sinensis, 10g of White Peony, 10g of Roasted Jujube Seeds, 10g of Pine Nuts, 10g of Zhiwu, 15g of Codonopsis Pilosula, 10g of Atractylodes, 10g of Sandalwood, 10g of Black and White Two-Clay, 10g of Cornus Fruit, 10g of Acorus Calamus, 10g of Platycodon, 10g of White Pepper. After six months of continuous use, he never had another seizure, his headaches were cured, his appetite improved, and he was able to attend school normally. He continued to take Quexian Wan and Quexian Wan for more than three years, and his epilepsy never recurred.

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Input: Epilepsy is a syndrome characterized by intermittent dysfunction of the central nervous system caused by abnormal and excessive discharge of brain neurons. It is typically marked by recurrent seizures, loss of motor and sensory control, loss of conscious awareness, and increased mental stimulation. Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the brain is the residence of the "original spirit," and when phlegm and fire disturb the heart and obscure the mind, it leads to mental confusion and delirium; when blood stasis obstructs the cerebral vessels and qi stagnates with blood congestion, it results in limb convulsions. Therefore, Professor Pei points out that epilepsy is primarily caused by the interweaving of phlegm-dampness and blood stasis, where blood stasis obstructing the cerebral vessels constitutes the main pathological process. External pathogenic factors such as the Six Evils, internal injuries from diet, and emotional shock or fear are considered triggering factors. Treatment focuses on addressing the root cause—activating blood circulation and resolving stasis—to eliminate phlegm and open the orifices, thereby calming the epilepsy. The treatment regimen typically includes the formulas “Chexian San” and “Dingxian Wan,” which are modified based on these formulas for therapeutic purposes. In this formula, silkworm pupae, whole scorpion, and centipedes are used to dispel wind and clear the pathways, calm the wind and stop spasms, resolve stasis and eliminate phlegm, effectively alleviating and controlling epileptic seizures [3]; Pinellia, Bletilla, and other insect-based herbs are employed to disperse phlegm and open the orifices; white alum and Curcuma aeruginosa serve as white gold to clear the brain and open the orifices. When combined with insect-based herbs, these anti-stasis and orifice-opening agents prove highly effective in treating cases where phlegm and wind disturb the mind and obstruct the clear orifices [4]. Pinellia, Bletilla, Acorus calamus, Polygala tenuifolia, Fritillaria cirrhosa, and three types of insects are used.

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Patients with epilepsy should avoid overexertion and emotional stress; maintaining a relaxed and happy state of mind is crucial. According to the “Suwen – Chapter on Pain,” “When one fears, qi descends”; “When one is startled, qi becomes chaotic”; “When one fears, essence is lost.” As stated in the “Huangdi Neijing – Chapter on the Original Nature of Ancient Times,” “In ancient times, the sage’s teachings were directed toward avoiding harmful external influences and evil winds, seeking refuge at appropriate times, cultivating tranquility and emptiness, allowing true qi to flow, preserving the spirit within, and ensuring health through peaceful and untroubled minds. Thus, one’s will is free and desires are few, the heart is at peace without fear, the body is not weary from labor, qi flows smoothly, and each person follows their own desires, achieving all their wishes.” These ancient principles of health preservation offer valuable guidance for managing illness.

References [1] Zhou Zhongying. Internal Medicine of Traditional Chinese Medicine [M]. Beijing: China Medical & Pharmaceutical Publishing House, 2011, pp. 129–132. [2] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue’s Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Publishing House, 2008, pp. 36–255. [3] Zhang Zhikuan, Zhang Zongqin. “Three Insects Anti-Epilepsy Decoction” Treats 62 Cases of Epilepsy [J]. Hebei Chinese Medicine, 2000, No. 8, p. 62. [4] Liu Xuyin. Experience of National Master Zhang Xuewen in Treating Brain Diseases [J]. Clinical Research in Traditional Chinese Medicine [J],

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Chapter 14: Neurological Disorders Report on a Case of Myasthenia Spinalis Treated by Professor Pei Zhengxue Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] This report introduces how Professor Pei Zhengxue, based on the pathogenic characteristics of spleen and kidney deficiency leading to muscle weakness and bone softening, employed a method of tonifying the kidneys and strengthening the spleen while resolving stasis and opening the pathways. Using his self-formulated “Zhenwei Tang,” he successfully treated a case of myasthenia spinalis, demonstrating good clinical efficacy and providing valuable insights for colleagues. [Keywords] Myasthenia Spinalis; TCM Diagnosis; Case Report; Pei Zhengxue Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine, chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, chief expert at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, and a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He specializes in treating various complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions. I had the privilege of studying under Professor Pei, and below is a report on his treatment of a case of myasthenia spinalis. Myasthenia spinalis is a chronic, progressive degenerative disease affecting upper motor neurons in the spinal cord, including those in the brain, brainstem, and anterior horn cells of the spinal cord. It is also known as motor neuron disease. Clinically, it presents as mixed paralysis due to damage to both upper and lower motor neurons. The exact cause remains unknown, though it is often associated with chronic viral infections, toxic factors, or immune system disorders [1]. I. Etiology and Pathogenesis

Professor Pei believes that myasthenia spinalis arises from congenital kidney deficiency and weak spleen and stomach. Congenital kidney deficiency leads to insufficient essence and blood, causing the marrow to become empty and the marrow to dry up, resulting in weakened bones and reduced strength. The spleen and stomach are the foundation of postnatal life; if the spleen and stomach are weak from birth, or if chronic illnesses lead to deficiency, then the vital energy is insufficient, and the source of qi and blood, as well as the production of fluids and nutrients, is lacking. Without sufficient nourishment for the five internal organs and six viscera, qi cannot circulate properly, nor can blood flow freely, ultimately leading to muscle weakness [2]. II. Diagnosis and Treatment

1. Kidney Deficiency and Liver Muscle Weakness (Liver and Kidney Yin Deficiency). Muscle atrophy, muscle tremors, decreased muscle strength, soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees, frequent dreams during sleep, weight loss, constipation, red tongue with little coating, soft and thin tongue body, pale and thin complexion, deep and fine pulse. Treatment aims to nourish the liver and kidneys, nourish yin and clear heat. Prescription: Zhenwei Tang with additions. Ingredients include: Astragalus 10g, Angelica sinensis 10g, prepared frankincense 6g, prepared myrrh 6g, dried meat 10g, Chinese yam 10g, Chinese potato flesh 10g, one horseweed seed (fried), deer antler glue 10g, turtle shell 15g. For muscle atrophy, add more yin-nourishing pills if sweating excessively or experiencing hot flashes; for those who walk with difficulty and cannot stand for long periods, add Huxian Wan (dog shinbone, cow knee, lockyang, angelica sinensis, white peony, motherwort, phellodendron, rehmannia, tortoise shell).
2. Spleen and Stomach Weakness and Qi Deficiency. Weak limbs, fatigue during movement, lean muscles, loose skin, mental exhaustion, poor appetite, shortness of breath, pale complexion, erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation, white tongue coating, pale and plump tongue body, deep and fine pulse. Treatment focuses on replenishing qi and strengthening the spleen. Prescription: Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang with additions. Ingredients include: Codonopsis 15g, Atractylodes macrocephala 10g, Astragalus 15g, Angelica sinensis 10g, citrus peel 6g, Ligusticum chuanxiong 10g, Bupleurum chinense 10g, Tribulus terrestris 20g, Motherwort 20g, ginger 6g, Herba Clematis armandii 10g. For spleen and stomach weakness and impaired digestion, add Shen Ling Bai Zhu San; for food stagnation, add roasted Sanxian, chicken gizzard, fried radish, raw rhubarb; for severe qi and blood deficiency, use more Astragalus, Codonopsis, egg yolk, angelica sinensis. For lower limb soreness and discomfort, add Atractylodes macrocephala, Job's tears, and honeysuckle vine to clear heat and remove dampness. III. Typical Case Mr. Gao, male, 50 years old, presented for treatment due to weakness in both lower limbs accompanied by muscle atrophy for one month. One month ago, after catching a cold, he experienced soreness and weakness in his limbs, fever, with a temperature of 38°C. After symptomatic treatment for the cold, his condition improved. However, he soon developed weakness and sluggish movement in both lower limbs. He had a history of hepatitis B with small three-positive markers for 20 years. Examination revealed muscle atrophy in both lower limbs, with collapse of the muscles in the palmar and dorsal aspects of the hands, while the muscles in the head and face remained normal. Swallowing was normal, speech was clear. His limbs felt cold, he was prone to chills and cold sensitivity, he sweated easily, his stools were loose and watery, his lower back and knees were weak. His tongue was pale, coated with a moist white coating, his pulse was deep and fine. Electromyography showed motor neuron disease.

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Chapter 14: Neurological Disorders BP: 17/10.5 kPa. Diagnosis: Myasthenia Spinalis. TCM Diagnosis: Dystonia (Spleen and Kidney Yang Deficiency, Meridian Deficiency). Treatment Approach: Warmly tonify the spleen and kidneys, release yang and disperse accumulation. Prescription: Astragalus 10g, Angelica sinensis 10g, prepared frankincense 6g, prepared myrrh 6g, dried meat 10g, Chinese yam 10g, Chinese potato flesh 10g, one horseweed seed (fried), deer antler glue 10g, turtle shell 15g, Codonopsis 15g, Tribulus terrestris 15g, Motherwort 20g, ginger 6g, prepared Chuanwu 15g (first decocted for 1 hour), Asarum sieboldii 15g (first decocted for 1 hour), Ephedra sinica 10g, white mustard seeds 10g, Rehmannia glutinosa 10g, Cinnamon twig 10g. Take the decoction orally once daily. At the second visit, after taking the above formula for 20 doses, his cold sensitivity and sweating lessened, his lower limb muscle strength improved, his walking was slower, and muscle atrophy in both lower limbs and the palmar and dorsal aspects of his hands became less pronounced. His lower back and legs were sore, indicating spleen and kidney deficiency. To address this, we added white mustard seeds and Chuanwu 15g, Phellodendron 10g, and dog shinbone 30g. At the third visit, after taking the above formula for two months, his lower limb muscle strength had improved compared to before, muscle atrophy had improved, and his mental and appetite were enhanced. After continuing treatment for another six months, the ingredients of the second prescription were finely ground and taken as a decoction, maintaining treatment for one year without recurrence. His muscle strength returned to normal, and he was able to participate in light physical labor. IV. Reflections Myasthenia spinalis is a mixed paralysis caused by damage to both upper and lower motor neurons in the spinal cord—a chronic, progressive degenerative disease characterized mainly by weakness in both lower limbs, muscle atrophy, and tremors. Western medical treatments focus on maintaining nutritional balance, electrolyte balance, neurotrophic drugs, medications to alleviate muscle spasms caused by motor neuron damage, and medications to increase muscle tension, while also emphasizing regular physical exercise and physiotherapy.

Spinal cord lateral sclerosis falls under the category of “dystonia” in traditional Chinese medicine. As stated in “Suwen – Chapter on Dystonia,” “Yangming is the sea of the five internal organs and six viscera, responsible for moistening and nourishing the tendons; the tendons govern the bones and facilitate joint movement, thus causing weakness in the feet.” According to “Clinical Guide to Disease – Dystonia,” “The kidneys store essence; essence and blood nourish each other; when essence is deficient, it cannot nourish the four extremities; when blood is deficient, it cannot nourish the muscles and bones… thus leading to inability to walk, weakness in the muscles, and contractures.” The primary pathogenic mechanisms involve congenital deficiency, weak spleen and stomach, qi deficiency, and kidney deficiency—related to functional disorders of the liver, spleen, and kidneys. Therefore, the treatment principle is to tonify qi and strengthen the spleen, warm yang and tonify the kidneys, activate blood circulation and resolve stasis, support detoxification and promote tissue regeneration, and calm the wind to stop spasms.

Professor Pei, drawing on forty years of clinical experience, summarized the “Zhenwei Tang” as a treatment for dystonia [2]. The formula consists of Astragalus 15g, Angelica sinensis 10g, prepared frankincense and myrrh 6g each, longan pulp 10g, Chinese yam 10g, Chinese hawthorn fruit 10g, and others… Additionally, we added 15g of Partya, 15g of Baizhu, 10g of Deer Antler Glue, one horseweed seed (fried), 15g of Turtle Shell, Codonopsis, Atractylodes macrocephala, Tribulus terrestris, Motherwort 20g, ginger 6g, Herba Clematis armandii 10g (first decocted for 1 hour), Asarum sieboldii 15g (first decocted for 1 hour), Ephedra sinica 10g, white mustard seeds 10g, Rehmannia glutinosa 10g, Cinnamon twig 10g. As “Suwen – Chapter on Dystonia” suggests, “When treating dystonia, focus solely on Yangming” [3]. The treatment principle for dystonia is to tonify qi and strengthen the spleen, nourishing the fundamental basis of postnatal life—but since the two are mutually reinforcing, tonifying the kidneys becomes crucial. The stomach is responsible for receiving and transforming food, and it primarily functions to descend; the spleen governs the muscles and limbs, and when spleen function is strong, qi and blood are abundant, and the tendons and meridians are nourished, dystonia is easier to recover. In this formula, Codonopsis, Atractylodes macrocephala, dried meat, and Chinese yam aim to strengthen the spleen. The innate kidney qi is nourished by Chinese hawthorn fruit, Tribulus terrestris, Herba Clematis armandii, Deer Antler Glue, and Turtle Shell—these form the core framework of the formula. Angelica sinensis and Astragalus are blood-tonifying herbs, nourishing qi and generating blood to replenish postnatal life; Deer Antler Glue and Turtle Shell glue nourish yin and blood to replenish innate qi. Together, these herbs work to tonify qi and strengthen the spleen, nourish the kidneys and restore blood. This formula is suitable for treating myasthenia spinalis, severe myasthenia gravis, progressive muscular dystrophy, and periodic paralysis. In clinical practice, we adjusted the formula based on individual needs: for limb weakness and heavy lower limb discomfort, add 10g of Atractylodes macrocephala, 10g of Phellodendron, 10g of Chuanwu, and 30g of raw Job’s Tears to promote diuresis and clear the pathways; for numbness in the hands and feet and loss of sensation in the skin, add 10g of Peach Kernel, 6g of Red Flower, 10g of Angelica sinensis, 10g of Silkworm Pupa, 3g of Whole Scorpion, and 1 centipede to activate blood circulation and clear the pathways; for kidney and spleen deficiency, marrow dryness, muscle atrophy, and slow walking, add 30g of Dog Shinbone, 15g of Tortoise Shell, 15g of Turtle Shell, and 15g of Purple Horse Carriage to nourish the liver and kidneys and strengthen the muscles and bones; for joint pain, add 15g each of Prepared Chuanwu, 15g of Asarum sieboldii (first decocted for 1 hour), to warm the meridians and dispel cold, relieve pain. Horseweed seed (fried) is bitter and toxic, but it detoxifies, breaks down accumulations, and clears the pathways to relieve pain. Zhang Xichun said, “Horseweed seed opens the meridians and penetrates the joints, far surpassing other medicinal herbs.” References [1] Zhang Jiping. Clinical Internal Medicine [M]. Tianjin: Tianjin Science and Technology Publishing House, 1998, p. 3090. [2] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue’s Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Publishing House, 2008, p. 228. [3] Zhou Zhongying. Internal Medicine of Traditional Chinese Medicine [M]. Beijing: China Medical & Pharmaceutical Publishing House, 2007, pp. 481–484. China Modern Drug Application, Issue 9, 2013

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Chapter 14: Neurological Disorders Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Insomnia Zhan Wenguo, Chang Juan [Abstract] By organizing Professor Pei Zhengxue’s many years of clinical experience, guided by the sixteen-character principle of “Western diagnosis, TCM diagnosis, TCM as the primary approach, Western medicine as a supplementary tool,” clinical treatment for insomnia often involves four common patterns: invasion of the Shaoyang meridian, excessive action of the Fire element, deficiency of both the Heart and Spleen, and Yin deficiency with Yang excess. In clinical practice, we treat these conditions separately using methods such as dispersing Shaoyang, clearing the Liver and draining Fire, tonifying Qi and strengthening the Spleen, and calming the Liver and soothing Yang. We employ formulas like Chaihu Jia Longgu Mu’liao Tang, Sheng Tie Luo Yin, Gui Pi Tang, Wang Bu Xin Dan, Compound Zao Ren Tang, or Kong Sheng Sheng Zhen Dan with modifications, achieving remarkable clinical efficacy. [Keywords] Insomnia; Diagnosis and Treatment; Experience; Pei Zhengxue With the accelerating pace of modern life, people’s mental pressures have increased, and the number of insomnia patients has risen. While Western sedatives and hypnotics can improve sleep, long-term use can lead to dependence. Traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies are relatively safer and can even help fundamentally improve sleep. Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine, chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, and a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He was among the first to propose the sixteen-character principle of “Western diagnosis, TCM diagnosis, TCM as the primary approach, Western medicine as a supplementary tool.” He specializes in treating various complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions. I had the privilege of studying under Professor Pei, and below is a report on Professor Pei’s clinical experience in treating insomnia. I. Etiology and Pathogenesis

After exposure to external pathogens, the Shaoyang meridian is invaded, liver qi becomes stagnant, and heat disturbs the mind. Dietary excess, fatigue, excessive thinking, or deficiency of both the Heart and Spleen, or imbalance between the Heart and Kidneys—since the spleen resides between the Heart and Kidneys, spleen deficiency leads to an imbalance between Heart and Kidneys, and the Heart and Kidneys fail to communicate effectively. Deficiency is rooted in the lack of nourishment in the blood and qi, with the disease manifesting in the Heart, Liver, Spleen, and Kidneys; while excess is characterized by the excessive activity of the Fire element, with the disease originating in the Heart, Liver, and Spleen [1]. II. Professor Pei’s Diagnosis and Treatment The general treatment principle for insomnia is to nourish yin and replenish blood to address the root cause, clear the Liver and drain Fire, and calm the mind and soothe the spirit while activating blood circulation and resolving stasis. Clinical treatment for insomnia is broadly divided into four patterns: invasion of the Shaoyang meridian, liver qi stagnation and fire, gallbladder fire rising upward, and restlessness of the mind. Treatment approaches: disperse Shaoyang and assist in calming the mind and soothing the spirit. Prescription: Chaihu Jia Longgu Mu’liao Tang combined with Zao Ren Tang. When the Fire element is excessive and disrupts the mind, treatment focuses on clearing the Liver and draining Fire, while also assisting in calming the mind. Prescription: Sheng Tie Luo Yin combined with Compound Zao Ren Tang. When the Heart and Spleen are deficient and the Spleen fails to regulate blood, treatment focuses on tonifying Qi and strengthening the Spleen, calming the mind and soothing the spirit. Prescription: Gui Pi Tang combined with Zao Ren Tang. When Yin deficiency and Yang excess arise, floating Yang rises outward, and the Heart’s Yin is deficient while the Heart’s Qi is insufficient, treatment focuses on nourishing Yin and replenishing Qi, calming the mind and soothing the spirit. Prescription: Tianwang Bu Xin Dan and Compound Zao Ren Tang; when kidney and liver yin deficiency occurs, use Qiju Ju Huang Wan combined with Guanxin No. Ⅱ (Red Peony, Chuanxiong, Red Flower, Jiangxiang, Danshen), Zao Ren Tang; when Yin and Yang are imbalanced and Yin fails to contain Yang, use Er Xian Tang combined with Guanxin No. Ⅱ, Zao Ren Tang; when the Heart and Kidneys are not in harmony, add Jiao Tai Wan (Coptis chinensis, Cinnamon twig). Professor Pei believed that insomnia caused by Yin deficiency and Yang excess is often associated with hypertension, arteriosclerosis, coronary heart disease, and insomnia. Kidney Yin deficiency is the root cause, while Liver Yang excess is the manifestation; treatment should address both root and symptom, focusing on nourishing Yin and tonifying the kidneys, or tonifying Yin and Yang together, calming the Liver and soothing Yang, activating blood circulation and resolving stasis—along with heavy assistance in calming the mind, so that insomnia can be cured. III. Typical Cases

1. Zhang, male, 30 years old, experienced insomnia and dizziness half a month after exposure to external pathogens, with feelings of irritability and restlessness, poor appetite, and red eyes with bitter mouth.

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Input: Epilepsy is a syndrome characterized by intermittent dysfunction of the central nervous system caused by abnormal and excessive discharge of brain nerve cells. It is typically marked by recurrent seizures, loss of motor and sensory control, loss of conscious awareness, and increased mental stimulation. Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the brain is the residence of the "yuan Shen," and when phlegm and fire disturb the heart and obscure the mind, it leads to mental confusion and disorientation, with patients losing consciousness and not recognizing their surroundings. When blood stasis obstructs the brain's meridians, qi stagnation and blood stasis occur, resulting in limb convulsions. Therefore, Professor Pei points out that epilepsy is primarily caused by the interweaving of phlegm-dampness and blood stasis, where blood stasis obstructing the brain's meridians constitutes the main pathological process. External pathogenic factors such as the six exogenous evils, internal damage from diet, and emotional shock or fear are also considered contributing causes. Treatment focuses on addressing the root cause—activating blood circulation and resolving stasis—and clearing phlegm while opening the orifices to calm the epilepsy. The treatment regimen typically includes the formulas “Chexian San” and “Dingxian Wan,” which are modified and adjusted based on the original formula for therapeutic purposes. In this formulation, silkworm pupae, scorpion, centipede, and other insect-based herbs are used to dispel wind and unblock the meridians, calm the wind and stop spasms, resolve stasis and clear phlegm, effectively alleviating and controlling epileptic seizures [3]. Pinellia, Bletilla, and other herbs are employed to clear phlegm and open the orifices; white alum and Curcuma aeruginosa serve as white gold to clear the brain and open the orifices. When combined with insect-based herbs, these herbal remedies are particularly effective in treating cases of epilepsy where wind-phlegm disturb the upper jiao and occlude the clear orifices [4]. Pinellia, Bletilla, Acorus calamus, Polygala tenuifolia, Fritillaria cirrhosa, and three types of insects are used.

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Chapter 14: Neurological Disorders The herb “Xiangtong” is a key remedy for treating phlegm in “Medical Awakening,” capable of clearing phlegm, opening the orifices, and calming wind to relieve pain [5–7]. In treating epilepsy, Dingxian Wan’s formula incorporates Taohong Siwu Tang to activate blood circulation and resolve stasis, exhibiting significant anticonvulsive and sedative effects, reducing blood viscosity, thereby improving blood flow properties and alleviating symptoms of “blood stasis” [8–10]. Qinglan Shi helps to clear phlegm and descend qi, calm the liver and suppress wind, effectively treating stubborn phlegm buildup and epileptic mania; Hai Fushi clears old phlegm and softens hard masses, dissolving phlegm and resolving stasis; Black and White Two Wicked Ones promote bowel movements to eliminate water and clear phlegm; Sandalwood promotes qi circulation, relieves pain, warms the middle burner to stop vomiting, and warms the kidneys to gather qi. Sandalwood contains volatile oils and resins, among which sandalwood alcohol has sedative properties; however, due to the potential for stomach irritation from insect-based herbs and metal-based medicines, we add Shenqu to strengthen the stomach and aid digestion; White Pepper warms the stomach and aids digestion, while warming the lungs to clear phlegm; Acorus calamus calms the mind and soothes the spirit. Together, these herbs work to activate blood circulation, resolve stasis, unblock the meridians, and clear phlegm and stop spasms, making them suitable for patients with recurrent epileptic seizures. For severe epileptic seizures, anti-epileptic drugs such as phenytoin, sodium valproate, carbamazepine, or clonazepam may be used, but regular monitoring of drug concentrations is essential, along with timely adjustments to medication dosages. For generalized tonic-clonic seizures lasting longer than a few minutes, benzodiazepines or sodium pentobarbital can be administered via slow intravenous injection to control the seizures.

Patients with epilepsy should avoid overexertion and emotional stress; maintaining a relaxed and happy state of mind is crucial. According to the “Suwen: Chapter on Pain,” “When one feels fearful, qi descends,” “When one is startled, qi becomes chaotic,” and “When one fears, essence is depleted.” As stated in the “Huangdi Neijing: Chapter on the True Nature of Ancient Times,” “In ancient times, the sages taught their disciples that ‘evil spirits and harmful winds are all due to deficiency,’ and that they should be avoided at appropriate times, maintaining a tranquil and empty mind, allowing true qi to flow, keeping the spirit within, so that illness does not arise. Thus, one’s will is free and desires are few, the mind is at peace and free from fear, the body is weary but not exhausted, qi flows smoothly, and each person follows their own desires—achieving what they wish.” These ancient health-preserving principles offer valuable guidance for managing and protecting against disease.

References [1] Zhou Zhongying. Internal Medicine of Traditional Chinese Medicine [M]. Beijing: China Medical & Pharmaceutical Publishing House, 2011, pp. 129–132. [2] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue’s Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Publishing House, 2008, pp. 36–255. [3] Zhang Zhikuan, Zhang Zongqin. “Three Insects Anti-Epilepsy Decoction” Treats 62 Cases of Epilepsy [J]. Hebei Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2000, No. 8, p. 62. [4] Liu Xuyin. Experience of National Master Zhang Xuewen in Treating Brain Diseases [J]. Clinical Research in Traditional Chinese Medicine,

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Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Collection, Volume II, 2011, 19(3):105–106. [5] Zhou Shengli, Long Zijiang, Cai Yongliang et al. “Effects of Dingxian Wan on MDA and SOD Levels in Rat Brain Tissue Induced by Penicillin” [J]. Chinese Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2012, No. 3, pp. 46–18. [6] Cai Wenyu. “Self-Formulated Yujin Ermu Dingxian Wan” Treats 20 Cases of Epilepsy [J]. Shizhen National Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2004, No. 3, pp. 162–163. [7] Meng Fan Gong, Li Jue, Wang Jing. “Clinical Observation on 95 Cases Treated with Dingxian Wan” [J]. Shanxi Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1990, No. 2, pp. 33–34. [8] Han Meng, Wang Jingjing. “Research Progress in the Treatment of Epilepsy Through Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis” [J]. Hunan Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2002, No. 5, pp. 45–46. [9] Hu Jing. “Taohong Siwu Tang Combined with Detoxifying Phlegm Soup Treats 52 Cases of Epilepsy” [J]. Henan Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, No. 30(9), pp. 72–73. [10] Chen Yuantao. “Taohong Siwu Tang with Modifications Treats 174 Cases of Epilepsy” [J]. Jiangsu Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2003, No. 24(12), pp. 55–56. Yunnan Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Herbal Medicine, Issue 1, 2013

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Chapter 14: Neurological Disorders Report on a Case of Myasthenia Spinalis Treated by Professor Pei Zhengxue Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] This report introduces how Professor Pei Zhengxue, based on the pathogenic characteristics of spleen and kidney deficiency leading to muscle weakness and bone softening, employed a method of tonifying the kidneys and strengthening the spleen while activating blood circulation and unblocking the meridians, using his self-formulated “Zhenwei Tang” to treat a case of myasthenia spinalis. The clinical approach demonstrated good efficacy, providing valuable insights for colleagues. [Keywords] Myasthenia Spinalis; TCM Diagnosis; Case Report; Pei Zhengxue Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine, chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, chief expert at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, and a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He specializes in treating various complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions. I had the privilege of studying under Professor Pei, and I now present the following report on a case of myasthenia spinalis treated by him. Myasthenia spinalis is a chronic, progressive degenerative disease caused by damage to the upper motor neurons of the spinal cord—such as those in the brain, the brainstem, and the anterior horn cells of the spinal cord—in addition to lower motor neurons. Clinically, it presents as mixed paralysis involving both upper and lower motor neurons. The exact cause remains unknown, though it is often associated with chronic viral infections, toxic factors, or immune system disorders [1]. I. Etiology and Pathogenesis

Professor Pei believes that myasthenia spinalis arises from congenital kidney deficiency and weak spleen and stomach. Congenital kidney deficiency leads to a lack of essence and blood, causing the marrow to become hollow and the tendons to weaken, resulting in loose and powerless bones. The spleen and stomach are the foundation of postnatal life; if the spleen and stomach are weak from birth, or if chronic illnesses lead to deficiency, then the vital energy is insufficient, and the source of qi and blood, as well as the production of fluids and nutrients, is lacking. Without sufficient nourishment for the five internal organs and six viscera, without proper circulation of qi and blood, the muscles…

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Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Collection, Volume II Muscle weakness, joint stiffness, muscle atrophy, and limb weakness are common manifestations. However, spleen and stomach deficiency often coexist with damp-heat stagnation, which damages lung fluid, leading to a lack of replenishment when fluid is lost, and thus weakening the tendons and muscles. The liver stores blood and controls the tendons; damp-heat, kidney deficiency, and blood deficiency can all lead to liver tendon weakness, resulting in limb weakness and atrophy. II. Diagnosis and Treatment

1. Kidney Deficiency and Liver Tendon Weakness (Liver-Kidney Yin Deficiency). Muscle atrophy, muscle tremors, decreased muscle strength, low back and knee soreness, frequent dreams at night, weight loss, constipation, red tongue with little coating, soft and thin tongue body, pale and thin complexion, deep and fine pulse. Treatment focuses on nourishing the liver and kidneys, nourishing yin and clearing heat. Prescription: Zhenwei Tang with additions. Ingredients: Astragalus 10g, Angelica sinensis 10g, frankincense 6g, myrrh 6g, deer meat 10g, Chinese yam 10g, mountain yam 10g, 1 piece of Chinese poisonberry (fried), deer antler glue 10g, turtle shell 15g. For muscle atrophy, increase the dosage of nourishing-yin pills if sweating and feeling hot; for those who walk with difficulty and cannot stand for long periods, add Huxian Wan (dog shinbone, cow knee, lockyang, angelica sinensis, white peony, motherwort, phellodendron, rehmannia, turtle shell).
2. Spleen and Stomach Deficiency and Qi Deficiency. Limb weakness, fatigue during movement, lean muscles, loose skin, mental exhaustion, poor appetite, shortness of breath, pale complexion, erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation, thin white tongue coating, pale and plump tongue body, deep and fine pulse. Treatment focuses on replenishing qi and strengthening the spleen. Prescription: Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang with additions. Ingredients: Codonopsis 15g, Atractylodes macrocephala 10g, astragalus 15g, angelica sinensis 10g, citrus peel 6g, pinellia 10g, bupleurum 10g, dodder seed 20g, motherwort 20g, ginger 6g, clematis 10g. For spleen and stomach deficiency and impaired digestion, add Shen Ling Bai Zhu San; for food stagnation and accumulation, add roasted San Xian, chicken gizzard, fried radish, raw rhubarb; for severe qi and blood deficiency, use more astragalus, codonopsis, egg yolk, angelica sinensis. For lower limb soreness and discomfort, add Atractylodes macrocephala, Job’s tears, and honeysuckle vine to clear heat and remove dampness. III. Typical Case Mr. Gao, male, 50 years old, presented for consultation due to weakness in both lower limbs accompanied by muscle atrophy for one month. One month ago, after catching a cold, he experienced soreness and weakness in his limbs, fever, and a body temperature of 38°C. After symptomatic treatment for the cold, his condition improved. However, he soon developed weakness and flaccidity in both lower limbs, with limited mobility. He had a history of hepatitis B with small three-positive markers for 20 years. Examination revealed muscle atrophy in both lower limbs, with collapse of the muscles in the palmar and dorsal aspects of the hands, while the facial muscles remained normal. Swallowing was normal, speech was clear. His limbs were cold, he felt cold easily, sweated excessively, had loose stools, and his lower back and knees were weak. His tongue was pale, coated with a moist white film, and his pulse was deep and fine. Electromyography showed motor neuron disease.

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Chapter 14: Neurological Disorders BP: 17/10.5 kPa. Diagnosis: Myasthenia Spinalis. TCM Diagnosis: Weakness (Spleen and Kidney Yang Deficiency, Meridian Deficiency). Treatment Approach: Warmly tonify the spleen and kidneys, warm yang and disperse obstruction. Prescription: Astragalus 10g, Angelica sinensis 10g, frankincense 6g, myrrh 6g, deer meat 10g, Chinese yam 10g, mountain yam 10g, 1 piece of Chinese poisonberry (fried), deer antler glue 10g, turtle shell 15g, codonopsis 15g, dodder seed 15g, motherwort 20g, ginger 6g, prepared Aconite root 15g (soaked for 1 hour), asarum 15g (soaked for 1 hour), ephedra 10g, white mustard 10g, rehmannia 10g, cinnamon twig 10g. Take the decoction orally once daily. At the second visit, after taking the above prescription for 20 doses, his coldness and excessive sweating lessened, his lower limb muscle strength improved, his walking became slower, and muscle atrophy in both lower limbs and the palmar and dorsal aspects of his hands was reduced. His lower back and legs were sore, indicating spleen and kidney deficiency. To address this, we added white mustard and processed cow knee 15g, phellodendron 10g, and dog shinbone 30g. At the third visit, after taking the above prescription for two months, his lower limb muscle strength had improved compared to before, muscle atrophy had improved, and his mental and appetite were enhanced. After another six months of continued treatment, the ingredients of the second prescription were finely ground and taken as a decoction, maintaining treatment for one year without recurrence. His muscle strength returned to normal, and he was able to participate in light physical labor. IV. Reflections Myasthenia spinalis is a mixed paralysis caused by damage to both upper and lower motor neurons of the spinal cord—a chronic, progressive degenerative disease characterized mainly by weakness in both lower limbs, muscle atrophy, and tremors. Western medical treatments focus on maintaining nutritional balance, electrolyte balance, neurotrophic agents, medications to alleviate muscle spasms caused by motor neuron damage, and medications to reduce muscle tension, while emphasizing regular physical exercise and physiotherapy.

Spinal cord lateral sclerosis falls under the category of “weakness” in TCM. According to “Suwen: Chapter on Weakness,” “Yangming is the sea of the five internal organs and six viscera, responsible for moistening and nourishing the tendons; the tendons govern the bones and facilitate joint movement, which is why the feet become weak and unable to move.” “In the Guide to Clinical Practice, Chapter on Weakness,” it is noted that “the kidneys store essence, and essence and blood nourish each other; when essence is deficient, it cannot nourish the four extremities, and when blood is deficient, it cannot nourish the tendons and bones…this is why people experience difficulty walking, weakness in the tendons, and muscle atrophy.” The primary pathogenic mechanisms include congenital deficiency, weak spleen and stomach, qi deficiency, and kidney deficiency—related to functional disorders of the liver, spleen, and kidney. Therefore, the treatment principle involves strengthening qi and spleen, warming yang and tonifying the kidneys, activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, promoting detoxification and tissue regeneration, and calming wind to stop spasms.

Professor Pei, with forty years of clinical experience, summarized the “Zhenwei Tang” as a treatment for weakness [2]. The formula consists of 15g of astragalus, 10g of angelica sinensis, 6g each of frankincense and myrrh, 10g of longan flesh, 10g of Chinese yam, 10g of mountain yam, 10g of dodder seed, 10g of deer antler glue, 15g of Chinese poisonberry (fried), 15g of turtle shell, codonopsis, 10g of Atractylodes macrocephala, 10g of dodder seed, 20g of motherwort, 6g of ginger, 10g of clematis. According to “Suwen: Chapter on Weakness,” “when treating weakness, one should focus solely on Yangming” [3]. The treatment principle for weakness is to nourish qi and strengthen the spleen, nurturing the fundamental basis of postnatal life—but since the two are mutually reinforcing, tonifying the kidneys becomes crucial. The stomach is responsible for receiving and digesting food, and it is responsible for descending qi; the spleen governs the muscles and limbs. When the spleen and stomach function well, qi and blood are abundant, and the tendons and muscles are nourished, weakness is easier to recover. In this formula, codonopsis, Atractylodes macrocephala, deer meat, and Chinese yam are used to strengthen the spleen. The innate kidney qi is greatly nourished by mountain yam, dodder seed, clematis, deer antler glue, and turtle shell—these form the core framework of the formula. Angelica sinensis and astragalus are blood-nourishing herbs, nourishing qi and generating blood to replenish postnatal life; deer antler glue and turtle shell glue nourish yin and blood to replenish innate qi. Together, these herbs work to nourish qi and strengthen the spleen, tonify the kidneys and nourish blood. This formula is suitable for treating myasthenia spinalis, severe myasthenia gravis, progressive muscular dystrophy, and periodic paralysis. In clinical practice, adjustments are made as needed: for limb weakness and heavy lower limb discomfort, add 10g of Atractylodes macrocephala, 10g of phellodendron, 10g of cow knee, 30g of raw job’s tears to promote diuresis and unblock the meridians; for numbness in the hands and feet, or loss of sensation in the skin, add 10g of peach kernel, 6g of safflower, 10g of angelica sinensis, 10g of silkworm pupae, 3g of scorpion, and 1 centipede to activate blood circulation and unblock the meridians; for kidney and spleen deficiency, marrow dryness, tendon weakness, and slow walking, add 30g of dog shinbone, 15g of turtle shell, 15g of turtle shell, and 15g of purple fish to tonify the liver and kidneys and strengthen the tendons and bones; for joint pain, add 15g each of prepared Aconite root, 15g of asarum, and 15g of clematis to soak for 1 hour, 15g of asarum to soak for 1 hour, to warm the meridians, dispel cold, and relieve pain. Chinese poisonberry (fried) is bitter and toxic, but it detoxifies, resolves blockages, and unblocks the meridians to relieve pain. Zhang Xichun said, “Chinese poisonberry opens the meridians and penetrates the joints, far surpassing other herbs.” References [1] Zhang Jiping. Clinical Internal Medicine [M]. Tianjin: Tianjin Science and Technology Publishing House, 1998, p. 3090. [2] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue’s Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Publishing House, 2008, p. 228. [3] Zhou Zhongying. Internal Medicine of Traditional Chinese Medicine [M]. Beijing: China Medical & Pharmaceutical Publishing House, 2007, pp. 481–484. China Modern Drug Application, Issue 9, 2013

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Chapter 14: Neurological Disorders Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Insomnia Zhan Wenguo, Chang Juan [Abstract] By organizing Professor Pei Zhengxue’s many years of clinical experience, guided by the sixteen-character principle of “Western diagnosis, TCM diagnosis, TCM as the primary approach, Western medicine as a supplementary tool,” clinical treatment for insomnia often involves four common patterns: evil invading the Shaoyang meridian, excess fire in the liver, heat disturbing the heart and spirit, and yin deficiency with yang excess. In clinical practice, different approaches are adopted depending on the pattern: dispersing Shaoyang, clearing the liver and extinguishing fire, strengthening qi and benefiting the spleen, or calming the liver and subduing yang. Formulas such as Chaihu Jia Longgu Mu’er Tang, Sheng Tie Lu Yin, Gui Pi Tang, Wang Bu Xin Dan, Compound Zao Ren Tang, or Kong Sheng Sheng Zhen Dan are used with modifications, yielding remarkable clinical efficacy. [Keywords] Insomnia; TCM Diagnosis and Treatment; Experience; Pei Zhengxue With the accelerating pace of modern life, people’s mental stress has increased, and the number of insomnia patients has grown. While Western sedatives and sleep aids can improve sleep, long-term use can lead to dependence. Traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies are relatively safer and can even help fundamentally improve sleep. Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine, chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, and a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He was among the first to propose the sixteen-character principle of “Western diagnosis, TCM diagnosis, TCM as the primary approach, Western medicine as a supplementary tool.” He specializes in treating various complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions. I had the privilege of studying under Professor Pei, and I now present the following report on Professor Pei’s clinical experience in treating insomnia. I. Etiology and Pathogenesis

After exposure to external pathogens, evil invades the Shaoyang meridian, liver qi becomes stagnant and fire rises, causing heat to disturb the heart and spirit. Dietary habits, overwork, excessive thinking, or deficiency in the spleen and stomach, or imbalance between the heart and spleen, or failure of heart-spleen communication—because the spleen resides between the heart and the kidneys, when the spleen is deficient, the water and fire of the heart and kidneys fail to support each other, leading to heart-spleen imbalance. Deficiency is rooted in the deficiency of qi and blood, while the disease originates in the heart, liver, spleen, and kidneys; while excess is manifested as excessive fire in the liver and gallbladder, with heat rising to the head and disturbing the mind. The treatment principle is to nourish yin and replenish blood to address the root cause, clear the liver and extinguish fire, and calm the heart and spirit while activating blood circulation and resolving stasis—only then can insomnia be cured. II. Professor Pei’s Diagnosis and Treatment The general treatment principle for insomnia is to nourish yin and replenish blood to address the root cause, clear the liver and extinguish fire, and calm the heart and spirit while activating blood circulation and resolving stasis. Clinical treatment for insomnia is broadly divided into four patterns: evil invading the Shaoyang meridian, liver qi becoming stagnant and fire rising, gallbladder fire rising and affecting the head, causing restlessness in the heart. Treatment principles: disperse Shaoyang and assist in calming the heart and spirit. Prescription: Chaihu Jia Longgu Mu’er Tang combined with Zao Ren Tang. Excess fire in the liver disturbs the mind. Treatment principle: clear the liver and extinguish fire, assisting in calming the heart and spirit. Prescription: Sheng Tie Lu Yin combined with Compound Zao Ren Tang. Heart-spleen deficiency, where the spleen fails to regulate blood. Treatment principle: strengthen qi and benefit the spleen, calm the heart and spirit. Prescription: Gui Pi Tang combined with Zao Ren Tang. Yin deficiency with yang excess, where floating yang rises too high, heart yin is deficient, and heart qi is insufficient. Treatment principle: nourish yin and replenish qi, calm the heart and spirit. Prescription: Tianwang Bu Xin Dan and Compound Zao Ren Tang; for kidney-yin deficiency, use Qiju Di Huang Wan combined with Guan Xin No. 2 (red peony, chuanxiong, safflower, flos deodara, danshen), Zao Ren Tang; for imbalanced yin and yang, when yin fails to contain yang, use Er Xian Tang combined with Guan Xin No. 2, Zao Ren Tang; for heart-spleen imbalance, add Jiao Tai Wan (coptis chinensis, cassia bark). Professor Pei believed that insomnia due to yin deficiency with yang excess is often associated with hypertension, cerebral arteriosclerosis, and coronary heart disease combined with insomnia. Kidney yin deficiency is the root cause, while liver yang excess is the manifestation; treatment should address both root and symptom, nourishing yin and tonifying the kidneys, or tonifying both yin and yang, calming the liver and subduing yang, activating blood circulation and resolving stasis—only then can insomnia be cured. III. Typical Cases

1. Zhang, male, 30 years old, experienced insomnia and dizziness half a month after exposure to external pathogens, with irritability, poor appetite, and red eyes and bitter mouth.

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,总胆红素 10.5 mg/dL;肝功能指标正常。患者被诊断为胃癌，且已接受手术治疗。根据中医辨证，患者属于脾胃虚寒兼气阴两虚，治则以健脾益气、温中散寒为主。方药选用乌梅丸，配合黄连、川椒、干姜、黄连等药物，以寒热并施，缓解腹部疼痛和胀满症状。此外，患者还服用“兰州方”来扶正固本，以增强机体的正气，提高抗癌能力。

在治疗过程中，裴老注意到患者存在食欲不振、腹胀等症状，因此在原方基础上加入香砂六君子汤，以改善消化不良和腹胀问题。经过一段时间的治疗，患者的症状得到了明显缓解，食欲逐渐恢复，腹胀感也有所减轻。同时，患者的精神状态也有所好转，大便正常，无明显不适。

通过长期的临床实践，裴老总结出，胃癌的治疗需要兼顾“扶正固本”，即通过调理脾胃、增强正气来对抗肿瘤的发展。此外，患者还需注意饮食调理，避免食用过于油腻或刺激性食物，以促进康复。

体会： 裴老认为，胃癌的基本病机是寒热错杂、痰湿互结于中焦，久而久之形成癥瘕积聚。因此，治疗时应以“扶正固本”为大法，通过调理脾胃、增强正气来促进机体的自我修复能力，同时减轻放化疗的毒副反应，抑制肿瘤进展，预防复发，提高患者的生活质量，延长生存期。

裴老的临床经验表明，中药在胃癌的治疗中具有独特的优势，尤其对于中晚期胃癌患者，中医药能够起到良好的辅助作用。通过辨证论治，结合现代医学的治疗手段，裴老成功地帮助了许多患者摆脱了疾病的困扰，提高了他们的生活质量。

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,总胆红素 10.5 mg/dL;肝功能指标正常。患者被诊断为胃癌，且已接受手术治疗。中医辨证为“脾胃虚寒兼气阴两虚”，治则以“健脾益气”为主，辅以“温中散寒、活血化瘀”。根据患者的症状和体征，裴正学教授在治疗过程中注重扶正固本，同时针对具体症状进行针对性处理。

典型病例分析

• 病例1：范某，75岁，农民

  • 主诉：上腹部胀痛、纳差、疲乏伴进行性消瘦1个月。
  • 诊断：胃贲门腺癌，高龄且经济困难，未接受手术及放化疗。
  • 治疗方案：乌梅丸为主，配合黄连、川椒、干姜、黄连等药物，以寒热错杂、痰湿互结的病机为基础，治疗腹部疼痛等症状。
  • 二诊时，患者症状明显改善，腹痛减轻，食欲增加，恶心呕吐减少，舌质淡红、苔白、脉细弦。继续服用原方，并加用北沙参、潞党参、太子参、人参等药材，以增强补气养阴的效果。
  • 经过14剂药后，患者症状好转，精神状态也有所改善，饮食恢复正常。

• 病例2：马某某，57岁，农民

  • 主诉：胃大弯侧中分化腺癌，术后病理提示T2aN1M0，ⅡA期。
  • 治疗方案：乌梅丸为主，配合黄连、川椒、干姜、半夏、郁金、丹参等药物，以寒热错杂、痰湿互结的病机为基础，治疗腹部疼痛等症状。
  • 二诊时，患者症状进一步改善，食欲增加，精神状态好转，上腹部疼痛减轻，恶心呕吐好转。但患者出现便秘症状，遂在原方基础上加用木香、草寇、陈皮、白术、茯苓等药物，以缓解便秘。
  • 三诊时，患者症状完全缓解，精神状态良好，饮食恢复正常。

• 病例3：王某，65岁

  • 主诉：上腹疼痛伴乏力、消瘦3个月。
  • 治疗方案：乌梅丸为主，配合黄连、川椒、干姜、半夏、郁金、丹参等药物，以寒热错杂、痰湿互结的病机为基础，治疗腹部疼痛等症状。
  • 二诊时，患者症状进一步改善，上腹部疼痛减轻，食欲增加，恶心呕吐减少，舌质淡红、苔白、脉细弦。继续服用原方，并加用香砂六君子汤，以缓解胀满疼痛。
  • 三诊时，患者症状完全缓解，精神状态良好，饮食恢复正常。

总结与体会 裴正学教授在治疗胃癌时，注重从整体出发，兼顾寒热、痰湿、气阴等多方面因素，通过中药调理脾胃、温中散寒、活血化瘀，达到扶正固本的目的。对于胃癌患者，尤其是术后或放化疗后的晚期患者，中医药具有不可替代的作用，能够促进机体正气恢复，提高抗癌能力，减轻毒副反应，预防复发，延长生存期。此外，裴正学教授还强调了中药与西药联合治疗的重要性，通过中西医结合的方式，更好地改善患者的临床症状和生活质量。

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:228.6μm/L, Direct Bilirubin: 124.1μm/L, Indirect Bilirubin: 104.5μm/L, Diagnosed with postoperative recurrence of gastric cancer with liver metastasis, stage T3aN0M0, stage IIa. The patient subsequently visited Dr. Pei’s outpatient clinic. At the initial consultation, the patient presented with upper abdominal pain and a feeling of fullness, loss of appetite, belching, nausea and vomiting, distension in both flanks, fatigue, and poor physical strength. There was also bitter taste in the mouth, constipation, and a red tongue with a yellowish greasy coating; the pulse was wiry and fine. Dr. Pei believed that the patient’s Western medical diagnosis was: Postoperative recurrence of gastric cancer with liver metastasis. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the syndrome was diagnosed as spleen-stomach qi deficiency combined with liver-gastric heat accumulation. The treatment principle should focus on soothing the liver and clearing heat, while strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi. The formula used was: 6g of Mu Xiang, 6g of Cao Kou, 6g of Ban Xia, 6g of Chen Pi, 10g of Lu Dang Shen, 10g of Bai Zhu, 12g of Fu Ling, 6g of Huang Lian, 10g of Huang Qin, 6g of Gan Jiang, 4g of Da Zao, 10g of Chai Hu, 10g of Zhi Shi, 10g of Bai Shao, 6g of Da Huang, 10g of Yuan Hu, 20g of Chuan Lian Zi, 20g of Dan Shen, 10g of Jiao San Xian, 15g of Xia Ku Cao, 10g of Hai Zao, 15g of Bei Sha Shen, 15g of Tai Zi Shen, 15g of Ren Shen Xu, 12g of Sheng Di, 30g of Shan Yu Rou, to be decocted into a herbal soup, one dose every two days, for a total of 7 doses. Second visit: The patient reported that after taking the above formula for 7 doses, the upper abdominal distension and fullness had significantly improved, the pain had lessened, though nausea and vomiting still persisted, occasional hiccups and belching were present, fatigue and bitter taste in the mouth had also improved, bowel movements were normal. The formula was adjusted by removing 6g of Ban Xia, 6g of Gan Jiang, and 4 large dates, adding 10g of Xuan Fuhua, 15g of Dai He Shi, 6g of Ding Xiang, and 10g of Shi Ti. The decoction method remained unchanged, with one dose every two days, for a total of 7 doses. Third visit: The patient reported that after taking the medication, all symptoms had eased compared to before, with no other discomforts. The original formula was continued for another 7 doses. Fourth visit: All abdominal symptoms had subsided, appetite was good, the tongue was dark red, and the pulse was wiry and fine. The original formula was adjusted by removing Xuan Fuhua, Dai He Shi, Ding Xiang, Shi Ti, and adding 10g of San Ling, 10g of E’zhu, 6g of Ding Xiang, and 10g of Shi Ti. The treatment continued for another 20 doses. During the treatment period, Pei’s Sheng Xue Granules were added to nourish and tonify righteous qi. The patient was followed up at the outpatient clinic, and currently, their diet and sleep are as normal as those of healthy individuals, with no particular abdominal pain or distension. Insight: The patient experienced postoperative recurrence and liver metastasis. Dr. Pei believed that the fundamental principle in treatment should be to soothe the liver, clear heat, strengthen the spleen, and replenish qi, selecting Pei’s “Bile-Pancreas Syndrome Formula” as the core treatment approach.

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Chapter Fifteen: Tumor Diseases By soothing the liver and regulating qi, clearing heat and detoxifying, the formula utilizes the “Lanzhou Formula” as its core to support the body’s vital energy and strengthen the foundation, thereby inhibiting tumor growth while reducing the toxic side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy and enhancing therapeutic efficacy. The ingredients in the formula—Chai Hu, which soothes the liver and resolves depression, elevates yang and clears excess heat from the exterior—also nourish blood, gather yin, and soften the liver when combined with Chai Hu, allowing the excess heat to be cleared without harming yin; Zhi Shi and Mu Xiang promote qi flow and resolve blockages; Cao Kou clears heat and dries dampness, harmonizes the stomach and descends rebellious qi; Yuan Hu and Chuan Lian Zi regulate qi and relieve pain; Da Huang, Huang Lian, and Huang Qin dry dampness and clear heat; Lu Dang Shen, Bei Sha Shen, Tai Zi Shen, and Ren Shen Xu greatly tonify the middle jiao; Xia Ku Cao and Hai Zao soften hard masses and disperse blockages. Summary: Dr. Pei pointed out that deficiency of righteous qi is the root cause of malignant tumors, as stated in the “Suwen – Miscellaneous Chapters on Acupuncture”: “When righteous qi resides within, evil cannot take hold,” and “Where evil gathers, qi must be deficient.” Cancer only develops and progresses when there is an imbalance between yin and yang in the body, and when righteous qi is depleted [2]. The primary pathogenic mechanism of gastric cancer is deficiency of righteous qi coupled with excess of external factors; especially in patients who have undergone surgery, symptoms such as weight loss, fatigue, poor appetite, and pain often appear. Therefore, in treatment, the principles of “treat the symptoms when they arise” and “strengthen the body’s foundation” should be applied, while also considering the patient’s specific condition and symptoms, employing methods such as strengthening the spleen and benefiting the stomach, clearing heat and detoxifying, activating blood circulation, and resolving masses and blockages—each of which has proven effective in clinical treatment of these patients. Dr. Pei often uses strengthening the body’s foundation as the overarching principle in treating this disease, proposing “tonifying the liver and kidneys, nourishing yin and fluid” to consolidate the body’s foundation, while dispelling wind, eliminating dampness, clearing heat, detoxifying, activating blood circulation, and resolving blockages to treat the symptoms. By strengthening the body’s foundation, reinforcing the spleen and benefiting the stomach, and promoting blood circulation and resolving stagnation, Dr. Pei helps improve patient symptoms, alleviate the adverse effects of surgery on the body, reduce the toxic side effects caused by radiotherapy and chemotherapy, prevent tumor metastasis and recurrence, enhance the patient’s quality of life, and improve overall therapeutic efficacy. Dr. Pei’s long-term clinical experience in treating common symptoms of gastric cancer can be summarized into the following key aspects:

1. Pain: Pain is a major symptom in patients with gastric cancer. For patients experiencing pain, clinical approaches include: ① “Wu Di Huang Liang Xiang” (Angelica sinensis, White Peony, Ligusticum chuanxiong, Astragalus membranaceus, Cardamomum amarissimum, Prepared Milk Vetch); ② “San Shu Wu Wu Pu Huang Rou, Zhi Shi Dai Dang Xiao Ling Dan” (Trichosanthes kirilowii, Curcuma wenyujing, Evodia rutaecarpa, Aconit, Poria, Cinnamon, Zhi Shi, Danshen, Prepared Milk Vetch); ③ “Jin Xiao San Xia Hai” (Yuan Hu, Chuan Lian Zi, Danshen, Mu Xiang, Cao Kou, Jiao San Xian, Xia Ku Cao, Hai Zao). Pain is often accompanied by distension; for cases of distension, Dr. Pei frequently uses the Six Gentlemen Decoction with Spices as a basic formula. On this basis, one can also add fresh Job’s Tears, Nutmeg, Amomum villosum, Dioscorea opposita, or even combine it with Banxia Xie Xin Tang, or add Jiao San…

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4. Liver Metastasis: After gastric cancer metastasizes to the liver, due to the rich blood supply to the liver, metastatic tumors grow rapidly, causing the liver capsule to continuously enlarge and expand. Moreover, most patients experience contraction of the bile ducts, leading to bile stasis, which in turn causes liver area pain, jaundice, and other symptoms. When treating such patients, after differentiating their syndrome, the “Bile-Pancreas Syndrome Formula” is often used to soothe the liver and resolve depression, ensuring smooth bile flow and alleviating jaundice and liver area pain. If the liver mass is significant, one can add San Ling, E’zhu, Han San Qi, and Water Worm to soften hard masses and disperse blockages, activate blood circulation and resolve stagnation, thereby slowing the progression of the disease and improving overall therapeutic efficacy.

References

[1] Wang Ning. An Introduction to Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Gastric Cancer [J]. Gansu Medical Journal, 2008, 27(1):26–27.

[2] Zhang Guiqiong. Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2012:275–283.

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Malignant lymphoma falls under the category of “lumps” and “phlegm nodules” in Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as “deficiency of qi and blood.” Deficiency in innate constitution, deficiency of organs and qi, and invasion of cold pathogens through weakened defenses—when lung-wei is disrupted, cold, phlegm, and stagnation obstruct the meridians, leading to enlargement of superficial lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, and other areas; or when dietary habits are unbalanced, the spleen and stomach are deficient in yang, or dampness and heat accumulate, leading to internal phlegm and dampness, cold congealing and qi stagnating, and phlegm and blood becoming intertwined, blocking the meridians and organs, resulting in lumps and phlegm nodules [2]; when excessive worry and anger lead to liver qi stagnation, qi becomes stagnant and transforms into fire, burning fluids into phlegm and obstructing the meridians; when phlegm nodules flow and spread through the organs and meridians, damaging bones and skin, one may observe enlarged lymph nodes in the abdominal cavity, mediastinum, and thoracic cavity; when heat toxins develop internally, phlegm, blood, and toxins become entangled, and over time, the yin of liver and kidney is damaged, leading to deficiency of both qi and yin—this condition is particularly pronounced after radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Therefore, malignant lymphoma is characterized by deficiency of the body’s foundation and excess of external factors: deficiency of organs and qi, insufficiency of liver and kidney are the root causes, while cold phlegm stasis, phlegm and blood interweaving, and qi stagnation with blood stasis are the manifestations, with a mixture of deficiency and excess, and both cold and heat present as the underlying mechanisms.

II. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approach (1) Integrative Chinese and Western Medicine, Comprehensive Treatment Malignant lymphoma is now considered a curable malignancy, primarily treated with radiotherapy and chemotherapy, combined with traditional Chinese medicine to strengthen the body’s foundation and reduce the toxic side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy, preventing recurrence [3]. I. “The 5-year survival rate for Hodgkin’s disease has reached 85–90%, with 70% in stage IIIA and 40–50% in stage IIIB. Radiation doses are approximately 4000 cGy within 4 weeks; radiotherapy requires careful protection of vital organs and skin reactions, as well as bone marrow suppression, which can lead to leukopenia and decreased immune function. Radiotherapy for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (lymphosarcoma and reticular cell sarcoma) is also sensitive, but the recurrence rate is high. In low-grade malignancies, clinical stages I and II, as well as moderate malignancies in stage I, can be treated with radiotherapy alone to expand the irradiation field. Stages III and IV mostly rely on chemotherapy as the primary treatment. Primary gastrointestinal non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma often involves mesenteric lymph nodes, requiring whole-abdominal irradiation. Common chemotherapy regimens include CHOP, CVP, COPP, and others—these will not be discussed here. Other treatments such as immunotherapy, autologous bone marrow transplantation, and monoclonal antibody therapy can also be employed. (2) Combining Symptoms and Differentiating Syndromes

1. Cold Phlegm Stasis: In the early stages of the disease, lymph nodes in the neck and under the ears may swell, or hard masses may form in the armpits—no pain, no itching, skin color remains unchanged, texture is firm and cold-sensitive, movable upon touch, accompanied by fatigue, lack of vitality, pale complexion, clear urination, pale tongue with white coating, and a deep, fine pulse. Treatment principle: Warm yang to transform phlegm, soften hard masses and disperse blockages. Prescription: Yanghe Tang with additional Xiaoluo Pills, adjusted according to the case. Use Sheng Di, Lu Jiao Gel, Bai Jie Zi, Ma Huang, Gan Jiang, Cinnamon, Zhebei Mu, Yuan Shen, Sheng Mouli, Xia Ku Cao.
2. Qi Stagnation with Blood Stasis: Patients may experience irritability and thirst, with lymph nodes swelling in the neck, armpits, and inguinal regions, subcutaneous hard masses, localized abdominal masses, and fixed, localized pain, or hepatosplenomegaly. The tongue may be dark purple with bruising at the edges, coated with a thin yellow coating, and the pulse may be wiry and rapid. Treatment principle: Activate blood circulation and resolve stasis, detoxify and soften hard masses. Prescription: Ge Xi Qu Yu Tang with adjustments. Use Chi Shao, Chuan Xiang, Tao Ren, Hong Hua, Yuan Hu, Wu Yang, Gan Jiang, Wu Ling Zhi, Pu Huang, Dan Pi, Zhi Shi, Sheng Liu, Qing Hao, Bie Jia, Yuan Shen, Sheng Mouli, Huang Yao Zi, Shan Ci Gu, Qing Hao, Bie Jia, Yuan Shen, Huang Yao Zi, Shan Ci Gu.
3. Liver and Kidney Deficiency: Patients may experience lower back pain, blurred vision, hot flashes and night sweats, weight loss and fatigue, poor appetite, multiple lymph nodes throughout the body, hard textures, red tongue, thin yellow coating, and a deep, fine or rapid pulse. Treatment principle: Nourish liver and kidney, nourish yin and detoxify. Prescription: Qiju Di Huang Tang with adjustments, including Qing Hao, Bie Jia Tang, and other formulas. Use Sheng Di, Shan Yao, Shan Yu Rou, Fu Ling, Dan Pi, Ze Xie, Zhu Ji, Jinghua, Di Gu Pi, Xia Ku Cao, Qing Hao, Bie Jia, Yuan Shen, Sheng Mouli, Huang Yao Zi. For night sweats, add Ma Huang Gen and Fu Xiaomai; for insomnia, add Su Zi Ren and Ye Jiao Teng to nourish blood and calm the mind; for poor digestion, add Jiao San Xian to strengthen the stomach and aid digestion.
4. Qi and Blood Deficiency: The complexion may be pale, with palpitations and shortness of breath, fatigue and lack of vitality, weight loss and spontaneous sweating, multiple lymph nodes throughout the body, hard textures, pale tongue with thin white coating, and a deep, fine pulse. Treatment principle: Nourish qi and nourish blood, while softening hard masses. Prescription: Shi Quan Da Bu Tang with adjustments. Use Dang Shen, Huang Qi, Bai Zhu, Chuan Xiang, Shan Cigu, Xia Ku Cao, Hai Zao. If appetite is poor, add stir-fried Shan Yao, stir-fried Flat Bean, stir-fried Job’s Tears to strengthen the spleen and aid digestion; for blood deficiency, add Ejiao, Dry Lotus Seed, and Prepared Black Walnut to nourish blood and nourish yin.
5. Qi and Yin Deficiency: Patients may experience fatigue and lack of vitality, pale complexion, dry mouth and thirst, spontaneous sweating and night sweats, insomnia and dizziness, multiple lymph nodes throughout the body, red tongue with little coating, and a fine, rapid pulse. Treatment principle: Nourish qi and nourish yin, soften hard masses and disperse blockages. Prescription: Pei’s Lanzhou Formula [4] with adjustments. Use Bei Sha Shen, Tai Zi Shen, Ren Shen Xu, Lu Dang Shen, Sheng Di, Shan Yao, Shan Yu Rou, Gui Zhi, Bai Shao, Gan Cao, Sheng Jiang, Da Zao, Mai Dong, Fu Xiao Mai, Wu Wei Zi, Zhe Bei Mu, Yuan Shen, Sheng Long Mou, Huang Yao Zi, Shan Ci Gu.

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Zhao, female, 55 years old, with cervical lymph node enlargement accompanied by fever for 1 month. She was admitted to the hospital on June 10, 2009. Physical examination revealed: right cervical lymph nodes measuring 6 cm × 4 cm × 2.5 cm, left cervical mass measuring 4 cm × 5 cm × 3 cm, with clear borders, hard texture, smooth surface, no pain, and no other lymph node enlargement observed. A biopsy of the cervical mass showed: non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, cellular type. WBC 12.6 × 10^9/L, Hb 128 g/L, PLT 116 × 10^9/L. She was treated with CHOP chemotherapy. The patient reported neck swelling and fever.

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:228.6μm/L, Direct Bilirubin: 124.1μm/L, Indirect Bilirubin: 104.5μm/L, Diagnosed with postoperative recurrence of gastric cancer with liver metastasis, stage T3aN0M0, stage IIa. The patient subsequently visited Dr. Pei’s outpatient clinic. At the initial consultation, the patient presented with upper abdominal pain and a feeling of fullness, loss of appetite, belching, nausea and vomiting, distension in both flanks, fatigue, and poor physical strength. The patient also experienced bitter taste in the mouth, constipation, and a red tongue with a yellowish greasy coating, along with a wiry, fine pulse. Dr. Pei believed that the patient’s Western medical diagnosis was: Postoperative recurrence of gastric cancer with liver metastasis; from a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, the condition was characterized by deficiency of spleen and stomach qi combined with heat stagnation in the liver and stomach. The treatment principle should focus on soothing the liver and clearing heat, while strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi. The formula used was: 6g of Mu Xiang, 6g of Cao Kou, 6g of Ban Xia, 6g of Chen Pi, 10g of Lu Dang Shen, 10g of Bai Zhu, 12g of Fu Ling, 6g of Huang Lian, 10g of Huang Qin, 6g of Gan Jiang, 4g of Da Zao, 10g of Chai Hu, 10g of Zhi Shi, 10g of Bai Shao, 6g of Da Huang, 10g of Yuan Hu, 20g of Chuan Lian Zi, 20g of Dan Shen, 10g of Jiao San Xian, 15g of Xia Ku Cao, 10g of Hai Zao, 15g of Bei Sha Shen, 15g of Tai Zi Shen, 15g of Ren Shen Xu, 12g of Sheng Di, 30g of Shan Yu Rou, to be decocted into a herbal soup, one dose every two days, for a total of 7 doses. At the second visit, the patient reported that after taking the above formula for 7 doses, the upper abdominal distension and fullness had significantly improved, the pain had subsided, though nausea and vomiting still persisted, occasional belching and hiccups were present, as were feelings of fatigue and a bitter taste in the mouth. Bowel movements were normal. The formula was adjusted by removing 6g of Ban Xia, 6g of Gan Jiang, and 4 large dates, adding 10g of Xuan Fuhua, 15g of Dai He Shi, 6g of Ding Xiang, and 10g of Shi Ti. The decoction method remained unchanged, with one dose every two days, for a total of 7 doses. At the third visit, the patient reported that all symptoms had eased compared to the previous visit, with no other discomforts. The original formula was continued for another 7 doses. At the fourth visit, the patient reported that all abdominal symptoms had disappeared, their appetite was good, the tongue was dark red, and the pulse was thin and wiry. The original formula was modified by removing Xuan Fuhua, Dai He Shi, Ding Xiang, Shi Ti, and adding 10g of San Ling, 10g of E Jiu, 3g of Han San Qi (to be taken in divided doses), and 10g of Shui Zhi, continuing the treatment for another 20 doses. During this period, Pei’s Sheng Xue Granules were added to support the treatment and replenish righteous qi. The patient was followed up at the outpatient clinic, and currently, their diet and sleep are normal, with no particular abdominal discomfort such as pain or fullness. Insights: The patient had postoperative recurrence and liver metastasis. Dr. Pei believed that the fundamental principle in treatment should be to soothe the liver and clear heat, while strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi, employing Pei’s “Gallbladder-Pancreas Syndrome Formula”.

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Chapter Fifteen: Tumor Diseases By soothing the liver and regulating qi, clearing heat and detoxifying, the formula utilizes the core principles of “Lanzhou Formula” to support the body’s vital energy and strengthen the foundation, thereby inhibiting tumor growth while reducing the toxic side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy and enhancing therapeutic efficacy. In this formula, Chai Hu soothes the liver and resolves depression, while also lifting yang qi to dispel excess heat from the exterior. Bai Shao nourishes blood, gathers yin, and softens the liver—when combined with Chai Hu, it helps to resolve excess heat without harming yin; Zhi Shi and Mu Xiang promote qi circulation and resolve blockages; Cao Kou clears heat and dries dampness, harmonizing the stomach and reversing reverse flow; Yuan Hu and Chuan Lian Zi regulate qi and relieve pain; Da Huang, Huang Lian, and Huang Qin dry dampness and clear heat; Lu Dang Shen, Bei Sha Shen, Tai Zi Shen, and Ren Shen Xu greatly tonify the middle jiao; Xia Ku Cao and Hai Zao soften hard masses and disperse blockages. Summary: Dr. Pei pointed out that deficiency of righteous qi is the root cause of malignant tumors’ development and progression. As stated in the “Suwen – Miscellaneous Chapters on Acupuncture,” “When righteous qi resides within, evil cannot take hold.” “Where evil gathers, qi must be deficient.” Cancer only develops and progresses when there is an imbalance between yin and yang in the body, and when righteous qi is depleted [2]. The primary pathogenic mechanism of gastric cancer is deficiency of the root and excess of the branch—especially in patients who have undergone surgery, who often experience weight loss, fatigue, poor appetite, and pain. Therefore, in treatment, the principle of “treat the symptoms when they arise” and strengthening the root and consolidating the foundation are adopted, while combining these approaches with the patient’s specific condition and symptoms, including strengthening the spleen and benefiting the stomach, clearing heat and detoxifying, activating blood circulation to remove stasis, and resolving masses and blockages. Clinical treatment of such patients has consistently yielded effective outcomes. Dr. Pei often uses strengthening the root and consolidating the foundation as a guiding principle in treating this disease, proposing “tonifying the liver and kidneys, nourishing yin and fluid” to strengthen the root, while dispelling wind, eliminating dampness, clearing heat, detoxifying, activating blood circulation, and resolving stasis to treat the branches. By strengthening the root and consolidating the foundation, enhancing the spleen and benefiting the stomach, activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, patients’ symptoms are improved, adverse effects caused by surgery on the body are alleviated, and toxic side effects from radiotherapy and chemotherapy are reduced. This helps prevent tumor metastasis and recurrence, improves patients’ quality of life, and enhances overall therapeutic efficacy. Dr. Pei’s long-term clinical experience in treating common symptoms of gastric cancer can be summarized into the following key aspects:

1. Pain: Pain is a major symptom in patients with gastric cancer. For patients experiencing pain, clinical treatments include: ① “Wu Di Huang Liang Xiang” (Angelica sinensis, White Peony, Ligusticum chuanxiong, Astragalus membranaceus, Cardamom, Prepared Milkweed); ② “San Shu Wu Wu Pu Huang Rou, Zhi Shi Dai Dang Xiao Ling Dan” (Trichosanthes kirilowii, Curcuma aeruginosa, Evodia rutaecarpa, Aconit, Turmeric, Cinnamon, Zhi Shi, Danshen, Prepared Milkweed); ③ “Jin Xiao San Xia Hai” (Yuan Hu, Chuan Lian Zi, Danshen, Mu Xiang, Cao Kou, Jiao San Xian, Xia Ku Cao, Hai Zao). Pain is often accompanied by distension; for cases of distension, Dr. Pei frequently uses the Six Gentlemen Decoction with Spices as a basic formula. On this basis, one can also add raw Job's Tears, Nutmeg, Amomum villosum, Chinese Yam, and Broad Bean; alternatively, the Half-White Decoction with Pinellia can be used, or Jiao San can be added.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume Two Chinese medicine practitioners often use the Six Gentlemen Decoction with Spices as a foundational formula to strengthen the spleen and benefit qi, regulate qi and dispel stagnation. Additionally, the Thick Bitter Decoction with Cortex Phellodendri (Thick Bitter, Citrus Peel, Poria, Licorice, Dried Ginger, Cardamom, Mu Xiang) can warm the middle burner, dispel cold, dry dampness, and relieve fullness; the Zhi Shi Eliminating Stasis Decoction (Zhi Shi, Thick Bitter, Mu Xiang, Cao Kou, Ban Xia, Citrus Peel, Party Ginseng, Bai Zhu, Poria, Poria, Licorice, Huang Lian, Dried Ginger) strengthens the spleen and harmonizes the middle burner, clears heat and promotes dampness elimination; the Zhi Shi Guiding Stasis Pill (Bai Zhu, Poria, Alisma, Da Huang, Huang Lian, Huang Qin, Zhi Shi, Fresh Ginger) aids digestion, guides stagnation, and clears damp heat. If diarrhea is present, the Real Person Nourishing Viscera Decoction (Angelica sinensis, White Peony, Party Ginseng, Bai Zhu, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Cornus officinalis, Aegopodium podophyllum, Mu Xiang) can be used to strengthen the spleen and kidneys, tighten the intestines and stop defecation; or the Peony Decoction (White Peony, Angelica sinensis, Huang Lian, Areca catechu, Mu Xiang, Da Huang, Huang Qin, Cinnamon, Licorice) can be used to clear heat and dry dampness, regulate qi and balance blood. Furthermore, pain in the epigastric region is often accompanied by pain in the flanks; since the stomach and pancreas are adjacent, and the pancreas extends along the stomach’s contour in an arc-shaped pattern, when gastric cancer infiltrates the mucosa and reaches the muscular layer through the submucosal tissue, it may affect the pancreas, leading to symptoms such as flank distension and back pain. Therefore, the core of the “Gallbladder-Pancreas Syndrome Formula” is used to soothe the liver and regulate qi. 2. Bleeding: Malignant tumors themselves can cause bleeding. Currently, for treating bleeding in patients with gastric cancer, Western medicine often uses hemostatic agents such as vasopressin, hemostatic acid, and hemostatic敏. However, traditional Chinese medicine and Chinese herbal medicine have shown better efficacy in treating bleeding. Dr. Pei quoted Tang Rongchuan’s work, “On Blood Disorders,” which states: “The heart is the king of fire, generating blood; blood is the spirit of fire, and fire is the soul of blood. When fire rises, blood rises; when fire descends, blood descends. Knowing that blood arises from fire, and that fire resides in the heart, we understand that to drain the heart is to drain the fire—and draining the fire is to stop bleeding.” Thus, the three-yellow draining the heart formula is commonly used for hemostasis, as the Da Huang in this formula possesses the ability to “push walls and overturn barriers,” making it the first choice for treating hematemesis. Dr. Pei often said: “To calm boiling water, nothing beats drawing the fire from the bottom.” This metaphor suggests that while Western medicine can only help to calm boiling water, traditional Chinese medicine can act like drawing the fire from the bottom. 3. Nausea and Vomiting: From a TCM perspective, these symptoms are often treated more effectively than Western medicine. Western medicine often uses drugs like Ondansetron for short-term relief, but traditional Chinese medicine’s approach—such as the “Shanghan Lun: Differentiating Sunlight Disease Patterns and Treatment”—suggests that “If the lower abdomen feels full and hard, and belching persists, then the Xuan Fuhua and Dai He Shi formulas are appropriate.” Therefore, when patients with gastric cancer after surgery experience nausea and vomiting, Dr. Pei often chooses the Xuan Fuhua and Dai He Shi formulas as the first-line treatment to reverse reverse flow and stop vomiting. At the same time, one can also add Ding Xiang, Shi Ti, Mu Xiang, Shen Xiang, Ban Xia, Chen Pi, Huo Xiang, Liang Xiang, Rong Xiang, Cinnamon, Sandren, Licorice, or even the Orange Peel Bamboo Soup—medications that aid in reversing reverse flow and stopping hiccups. Clinical treatment of such patients has consistently yielded satisfactory results.

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4. Liver Metastasis: After gastric cancer spreads to the liver, due to the rich blood supply in the liver, metastatic tumors grow rapidly, causing the liver capsule to continuously enlarge and expand. Moreover, most patients experience contraction of the bile ducts, leading to bile stasis, which in turn causes liver area pain, jaundice, and other symptoms. When treating such patients, after differentiating their condition, the “Gallbladder-Pancreas Syndrome Formula” is often used to soothe the liver and resolve depression, promoting smooth bile flow and alleviating jaundice and liver area pain. If the liver mass is significant, one can add San Ling, E Jiu, Han San Qi, and Shui Zhi to soften hard masses and disperse stasis, activate blood circulation and resolve stasis, thereby slowing the progression of the disease and improving overall therapeutic efficacy.

References

[1] Wang Ning. An Introduction to Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Gastric Cancer [J]. Gansu Medical Journal, 2008, 27(1):26–27.

[2] Zhang Guiqiong. Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Collection [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2012:275–283.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume Two Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience in Treating Malignant Lymphoma Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that deficiency of organs and qi, insufficient liver and kidney, cold phlegm stasis, and qi stagnation with blood stasis constitute the primary pathogenic mechanisms of malignant lymphoma. When combining radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or surgery with traditional Chinese medicine to strengthen the root and consolidate the foundation, the formula “Lanzhou Formula” can reduce toxicity and enhance efficacy, prevent tumor recurrence, improve quality of life, and extend patient survival. [Keywords] Malignant lymphoma; TCM differentiation; Clinical experience; Pei Zhengxue Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. He specializes in treating various complex and difficult diseases. I was fortunate to study under Dr. Pei, and I now report his clinical experience in treating malignant lymphoma as follows. Malignant lymphoma is a solid tumor originating from lymphatic and hematopoietic tissues. According to its pathological characteristics, it can be classified into two types: Hodgkin’s disease (HD) and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL). Its clinical features include painless, progressive lymph node proliferation, particularly prominent in superficial lymph nodes, often accompanied by splenomegaly; in advanced stages, patients may exhibit anemia, fever, and cachexia [1]. The incidence of malignant lymphoma in China is 1.39 per 100,000 people, with women accounting for 0.84 per 100,000; among them, HL accounts for about 10% of all lymphomas. The etiology of malignant lymphoma remains incompletely understood; generally, it is believed to be associated with viral and bacterial infections, immune deficiencies, certain autoimmune disorders, ionizing radiation, genetic factors, and other related factors. 348

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Malignant lymphoma falls under the category of “lump” in Traditional Chinese Medicine, “phlegm nodules,” “deficiency of qi and blood,” “cold phlegm stasis,” and “qi stagnation with blood stasis.” Deficiency of innate constitution, deficiency of organs and qi and blood, invasion of external evils such as wind and cold, disruption of lung defense, wind-cold-phlegm stagnation obstructing the meridians, leading to enlargement of superficial lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, and other areas; or dietary indiscretion, deficiency of spleen and stomach yang, or damp-heat stasis, leading to internal phlegm and dampness, cold congealing and qi stagnating, phlegm and stasis interweaving and blocking the meridians and organs, forming “lump” phlegm nodules [2]; excessive worry and anger, liver qi stagnation, qi stagnation leading to fire transformation, burning of fluids into phlegm, obstructing the meridians; phlegm nodules flowing and spreading through the organs and meridians, damaging bones and skin, visible as enlarged lymph nodes in the abdominal cavity, mediastinum, and thoracic cavity; internal heat toxins arising, phlegm, stasis, and toxins accumulating, over time damaging the yin of liver and kidney, resulting in deficiency of both qi and yin, especially prominent after radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Therefore, malignant lymphoma is characterized by deficiency of the root and excess of the branch—deficiency of organs and qi and blood, insufficient liver and kidney being the root cause, while cold phlegm stasis, phlegm and stasis interweaving, and qi stagnation with blood stasis are the manifestations of the disease, with a mixture of deficiency and excess, and both cold and heat present as the main pathological characteristics.

II. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approach (1) Integrative Chinese and Western Medicine, Comprehensive Treatment Malignant lymphoma is now considered a curable malignancy, primarily treated with radiotherapy and chemotherapy, combined with traditional Chinese medicine to strengthen the root and consolidate the foundation, to alleviate the toxic side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy and prevent recurrence [3]. I. “The 5-year survival rate for Hodgkin’s disease has reached 85%–90%, with 70% in stage IIIA and 40%–50% in stage IIIB. Radiation doses are approximately 4000 cGy within 4 weeks; radiotherapy focuses on protecting important organs and skin reactions, as well as preventing leukopenia and decreased immune function caused by bone marrow suppression. Radiotherapy for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (lymphosarcoma and reticular cell sarcoma) is also sensitive, but the recurrence rate is high. In low-grade malignancies, clinical stages I and II, as well as moderate malignancies in stage I, can be treated with radiotherapy alone to expand the field of irradiation. Stage III and IV mostly rely on chemotherapy as the primary treatment. Primary gastrointestinal non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma often involves mesenteric lymph nodes, requiring whole-abdominal irradiation. Common chemotherapy regimens include CHOP, CVP, COPP, etc., which will not be discussed here. Other therapies such as immunotherapy, autologous bone marrow transplantation, and monoclonal antibody therapy can also be employed. (2) Combining Symptoms and Differentiating Types

1. Cold Phlegm Stasis: In the early stages of the disease, lymph nodes in the neck and under the ears swell, or hard lumps appear in the armpits—no pain, no itching, skin color remains unchanged, texture is firm and cold-sensitive, movable upon touch, accompanied by fatigue, weakness, pale complexion, clear and easy urination, pale tongue with white coating, deep and fine pulse. Treatment principle: Warm yang to transform phlegm, soften hard masses and disperse stasis. Prescription: Yanghe Decoction with additional Xiaoluo Pills, adjusted according to the case. Rehmannia Root, Antler Gelatin, White Mustard Seed, Ephedra, Dried Ginger, Cinnamon, Zhejiang Beijie, Yuan Shen, Raw Oyster, Xia Ku Cao.
2. Qi Stagnation with Blood Stasis: Feeling irritable and thirsty, lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, and inguinal regions swell, subcutaneous hard lumps form, localized fixed pain, or hepatosplenomegaly, purple-dark tongue with petechiae, thin yellow coating, deep and fine pulse. Treatment principle: Activate blood circulation and resolve stasis, detoxify and soften hard masses. Prescription: Ge Xi Qu Yu Tang with adjustments. Red Peony, Ligusticum Chuanxiong, Peach Kernel, Safflower, Yuan Hu, Uyag, Dried Ginger, Five-Flavor Fruit, Turmeric, Zhejiang Beijie, Qing Hao, Turtle Shell, Yuan Shen, Raw Oyster. For severe local pain, add Mu Xiang and Zhishi to regulate qi and relieve pain; for obvious abdominal masses, add San Ling, E Jiu, Sea Algae, Kelp to eliminate accumulation and break down stasis.
3. Liver and Kidney Deficiency: Lower back soreness, blurred vision, hot flashes and night sweats, weight loss and fatigue, poor appetite, multiple lymph nodes throughout the body, hard texture, red tongue, thin yellow coating, deep and fine or thin and fine pulse. Treatment principle: Nourish liver and kidney, nourish yin and detoxify. Prescription: Qiju Dihuang Tang with adjustments, including Qinghao Biejia Tang. Rehmannia Root, Chinese Yam, Hawthorn Fruit, Poria, Turmeric, Alisma, Goji Berries, Chrysanthemum Flowers, Tree Bark, Xia Ku Cao, Qing Hao, Turtle Shell, Yuan Shen, Raw Oyster. For night sweats, add Ma Huang Gen and Floating Wheat; for insomnia, add Sour Jujube Seeds and Night Jasmine to nourish blood and calm the mind; for poor digestion, add Jiao San Xian to strengthen the stomach and aid digestion.
4. Qi and Blood Deficiency: Pale complexion, palpitations and shortness of breath, fatigue, weight loss and spontaneous sweating, multiple lymph nodes throughout the body, hard texture, pale tongue with thin white coating, deep and fine pulse. Treatment principle: Nourish qi and nourish blood, while aiding softening and breaking down hard masses. Prescription: Shisan Dabu Tang with adjustments. Party Ginseng, Astragalus, White Atractylodes Rhizome, Poria, Licorice, Rehmannia Root, Angelica Sinensis, White Peony, Ligusticum Chuanxiong, Mountain Lily, Xia Ku Cao, Sea Algae. If appetite is poor, add stir-fried Chinese Yam, stir-fried Broad Bean, stir-fried Job’s Tears to strengthen the spleen and aid digestion; for blood deficiency, add Egg Yolk, Dry Lotus Leaf, Prepared Black Walnut to nourish blood and nourish yin.
5. Qi and Yin Deficiency: Fatigue and weakness, pale complexion, dry mouth and thirst, spontaneous sweating and night sweats, insomnia and dizziness, multiple lymph nodes throughout the body, red tongue with little coating, thin and fine pulse. Treatment principle: Nourish qi and nourish yin, soften hard masses and disperse stasis. Prescription: Pei’s Lanzhou Formula [4] with adjustments. Bei Sha Shen, Tai Zi Shen, Ren Shen Xu, Lu Dang Shen, Rehmannia Root, Chinese Yam, Hawthorn Fruit, Cinnamon Twig, White Peony, Licorice, Fresh Ginger, Large Date, Mai Dong, Floating Wheat, Five-Flavor Fruit, Zhejiang Beijie, Yuan Shen, Raw Dragon and Oyster, Huang Yaozi, Mountain Lily.

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Zhao, female, 55 years old, with cervical lymph node enlargement accompanied by fever for 1 month. She was admitted to the hospital on June 10, 2009. Physical examination revealed: right cervical lymph node measuring 6 cm × 4 cm × 2.5 cm, left cervical mass measuring 4 cm × 5 cm × 3 cm, with clear borders, hard texture, smooth surface, no pain; no other lymph nodes were found to be enlarged. A biopsy of the cervical mass showed: non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, cellular type. WBC 12.6 × 10⁹/L, Hb 128 g/L, PLT 116 × 10⁹/L. She was treated with the CHOP chemotherapy regimen. She reported swelling in the neck and fever.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 Clear heat and detoxify. Prescription: Hai Zao Yu Hu Wan, with additions of Xiao Luo Wan and modified Wu Wei Du Sheng Yin. Dang Gui 10g, Chuan Xiong 10g, Chen Pi 6g, Ban Xia 6g, Bai Zhu 10g, Fu Ling 10g, Sheng Jiang 6g, San Ling 10g, E Jiu 10g, Hai Zao 10g, Kun Bu 10g, Du Huo 10g, Lian Qiao 15g, Zhe Bei Mu 10g, Yuan Shen 10g, Sheng Mou Li 20g, Jin Hua 15g, Pu Gong Ying 15g. Decocted in water and taken as one dose per day. Western medicine was administered with anti-inflammatory and symptomatic treatments. Second visit: After taking the medication for 7 doses, the patient no longer had a fever; throat pain and nausea subsided, appetite and fatigue improved. The tongue was red with a white coating, the pulse was wiry and slow. The syndrome was characterized by spleen deficiency and internal phlegm-dampness accumulation. The formula was adjusted to remove Jin Hua and Pu Gong Ying, adding Dang Shen, Ren Shen Xu, Taizi Shen, Beisha Shen each at 15g, Sheng Di 10g, Shan Yu Rou 30g to tonify qi and strengthen the spleen, nourish yin and tonify kidney, thereby preventing bone marrow hematopoietic function suppression after chemotherapy. Third visit: While undergoing chemotherapy, the patient continued to take traditional Chinese medicine for 30 doses. After the first course of chemotherapy concluded, apart from hair loss, gastrointestinal reactions were relatively mild, mental state and appetite were still acceptable. The tongue was red with a thin white coating, the pulse was wiry and fine. To prevent chemotherapy-induced damage to vital qi, Professor Pei’s experience-based formula—Lanzhou Formula—was prescribed. Prescription: Beisha Shen 15g, Taizi Shen 15g, Ren Shen Xu 15g, Lu Dang Shen 15g, Sheng Di 12g, Shan Yao 10g, Shan Yu Rou 30g, Gui Zhi 10g, Bai Shao 10g, Gan Cao 6g, Sheng Jiang 6g, Da Zao 6g, Mai Dong 10g, Fu Xiaowei 30g, Wu Wei Zi 3g, Zhe Bei Mu 10g, Yuan Shen 10g, Sheng Long Mu 15g, Huang Yao Zi 10g, Shan Ci Gu 10g. This formula was consistently taken over six chemotherapy courses, which concluded smoothly with few side effects and good tolerability. The left neck lymph nodes measured 2cm × 2cm × 1cm, while the right neck lymph nodes measured 3cm × 2cm × 1.5cm. Fourth visit: On February 20, 2010, the patient’s physical condition was still acceptable, blood counts were normal, the neck lymph nodes had shrunk, and radiation therapy was initiated. A total of 3800 cGy of radiation was administered, and the swelling of the neck lymph nodes disappeared. The patient experienced nausea, dizziness, fatigue, excessive sweating, thirst and dry mouth, constipation, a red tongue with a thin coating, and a fine pulse. WBC was 2.5 × 10^9/L, Hb was 8 g/L, PLT was 98 × 10^9/L. Bone marrow hematopoietic function was suppressed after radiotherapy and chemotherapy, with low blood counts. The Lanzhou Formula was supplemented with Astragalus, Danshen, Po Suo Zhi, Jixue Teng, and Koushan each at 15g to tonify qi, strengthen the spleen, and promote blood production. After more than two months of taking this formula, the three-line cells returned to normal levels. The medicine was ground into powder, mixed with honey to form pills, with each pill taken once daily, three times a day. The patient continued to take traditional Chinese medicine without interruption, able to participate in daily activities, and is now still alive. IV. Reflections

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Combining Western medical treatment with traditional Chinese medicine to support righteous qi and strengthen the body is currently the primary approach to treating malignant tumors.

In early and mid-stage malignant lymphoma, radiotherapy and chemotherapy are the main treatments, combined with traditional Chinese medicine based on syndrome differentiation. For cases involving cold-phlegm stagnation, qi stagnation with blood stasis, or mutual obstruction between phlegm and blood stasis, these are considered true syndromes. Treatment focuses on expelling pathogenic factors and combating cancer; clinically, using methods such as transforming phlegm, regulating qi, dispersing nodules, activating blood circulation to resolve stasis, and clearing heat and detoxifying can yield good results. After radiotherapy and chemotherapy, toxic heat damages yin, leading to symptoms like liver and kidney deficiency, qi-yin deficiency, and qi-blood deficiency—these are considered deficiency syndromes. Treatment should focus on supporting righteous qi and strengthening the body, while also expelling pathogenic factors. Deficiency of righteous qi is the root cause of tumor development; as the “Yizong Bi Du” states, “When evil accumulates, righteous qi becomes insufficient; when righteous qi is deficient, pathogenic factors take hold.” The “Neijing” says, “Where evil gathers, its qi must be deficient,” and “When righteous qi remains within, evil cannot invade.” Therefore, supporting righteous qi and strengthening the body is a fundamental principle in tumor treatment. Over many years, Professor Pei accumulated clinical experience and developed the famous formula “Lanzhou Formula,” which gained fame in 1972 when it successfully treated China’s first case of leukemia [5] (M5). The formula includes Beisha Shen, Taizi Shen, Lu Dang Shen, and Ren Shen Xu to tonify qi and strengthen the spleen; Sheng Di and large doses of Shan Yu Rou nourish yin and tonify kidney, promoting bone marrow hematopoiesis; Gui Zhi, Bai Shao, Gan Cao, Sheng Jiang, and Da Zao harmonize the camp and defend the defensive qi and blood, aiding the source of qi and blood production; Dang Shen, Mai Dong, and Wu Wei Zi tonify qi and nourish yin; Gan Cao, Fu Xiaowei, and Da Zao gather sweat and tonify qi. Together, the formula promotes qi and spleen tonification, as well as blood enrichment and blood production. It is used to support righteous qi and strengthen the body after leukemia treatment and chemotherapy. When lymph nodes are enlarged, adding Beimu, Muyu, Xuan Shen to transform phlegm and disperse nodules; when pain occurs, adding Bai Hua She Tie Cao, Ban Zhi Lian, and Shan Ci Gu to clear heat, detoxify, and resolve stasis and relieve pain. For leukopenia, adding Huang Qi, Danshen, Po Suo Zhi, Koushan, and Jixue Teng to tonify qi and strengthen the spleen and generate blood; for thrombocytopenia, adding Gui Ban, Nu Zhen Zi, Han Lian Cao, and Zhi Shou Wu to nourish blood and replenish platelets; for red blood cell deficiency, adding Dang Gui, Huang Qi, and A Jiao to tonify qi and nourish blood. Modern pharmacological research has shown [6]: Sheng Di and Shan Yu Rou enhance immune function and promote bone marrow hematopoietic recovery; Ban Zhi Lian and Shan Ci Gu have anti-tumor effects; Dang Gui and Huang Qi inhibit coagulation and reduce platelet adhesion, improving blood viscosity and preventing thrombus formation. For patients undergoing radiotherapy and chemotherapy, combining traditional Chinese medicine can effectively alleviate the toxic side effects of these treatments, improve symptoms, reduce patient suffering, enhance quality of life, promote bone marrow hematopoietic function recovery, boost immune function, and achieve the goal of reducing toxicity while enhancing efficacy.

References [1] Pei Zhengxue. Practical Internal Medicine Combining Chinese and Western Medicine [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2010.12:886–890. [2] Zhou Zhongying. National University Textbook of Traditional Chinese Medicine Internal Medicine [M]. Beijing: China Medical Science and Technology Press, 2011.07:446–450. [3] Liu Weisheng. Clinical Diagnosis and Treatment of Tumors Using Traditional Chinese Medicine – 2nd Edition [M]. Beijing: People’s Health Publishing House, 2005.02:606–620. [4] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008.02:270–272. [5] Pei Zhengxue. Combining Chinese and Western Medicine to Cure Acute Monocytic Leukemia [M]. Collection of Medical Experiences by Pei Zhengxue. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003.08:246–252. [6] Zhao Changqing, Zhu Yunlong. Research on the Pharmacological Advances of Liu Wei Shen Wan [J]. Chinese Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 1998, 4(13):63–65.

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Chapter Fifteen: Oncological Diseases Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Regulating Qi, Resolving Stasis, and Eliminating Phlegm – An Exploration and Treatment of Esophageal Cancer Li Song, Feng Xiaorong, Feng Xueqin

Esophageal cancer is a malignant tumor originating in the esophagus, ranking among the ten most common malignant tumors. Each year, approximately 250,000 people in China are diagnosed with esophageal cancer, with a higher incidence in northern regions compared to southern ones, and both incidence and mortality rates rank first in the world. The causes of esophageal cancer remain incompletely understood, but numerous studies suggest that dietary habits may play a role in its development. Esophageal cancer progresses rapidly, with high incidence and mortality rates, and many treatment options offer limited efficacy; the 5-year survival rate after surgery is around 30%.

Syndrome Differentiation and Classification

Pei Zhengxue believed that esophageal cancer falls under the categories of “ji ge,” “fan hui,” “wu yu,” and “wei fan” in traditional Chinese medicine. Based on his 50 years of clinical experience, esophageal cancer is primarily classified into four types:

Phlegm-Qi Blockage Type: Early esophageal cancer often falls into this category, where patients only experience mild food obstruction or a feeling of food flowing smoothly without difficulty. Treatment principles include strengthening the spleen and benefiting qi, transforming phlegm and resolving accumulation—often employing Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, Fufang Dan Shen Yin, or Zuo Jin Wan with adjustments.

Stomach-Yin Deficiency Type: Mid-stage esophageal cancer often falls into this category, where patients experience more pronounced food obstruction. Treatment principles include nourishing qi and yin, resolving stasis and eliminating accumulation—using Liu Wei Shen Tang, Tuoli Tou Suo San, or Qi Ge San with adjustments.

Phlegm-Stasis Combination Type: In late-stage esophageal cancer, patients often experience significant swallowing obstruction and can only consume semi-liquid foods. Treatment principles include transforming phlegm and regulating qi, activating blood circulation and relieving stagnation—employing Xuan Fu Dai He Tang or Can Zhe Pei Qi Tang with adjustments.

Case Studies

[Case 1] A 68-year-old male patient presented with difficulty swallowing for 2 months. In December 2012, he came to our hospital for treatment. After completing relevant examinations and obtaining tissue biopsies via barium meal and gastroscopy, a definitive diagnosis of upper esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, atrophic gastritis with intestinal metaplasia, and positive Helicobacter pylori was confirmed. Due to personal reasons, the patient declined surgery and chemotherapy, so he sought treatment at Pei Zhengxue’s outpatient clinic. He reported abdominal distension, difficulty swallowing food, constipation, and red, thick, greasy tongue coating, with a deep, wiry pulse. The treatment plan included Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, Da Cheng Qi Tang, San Huang Xie Xin Tang, and Qi Ge San with adjustments: 6g of Mu Xiang, 6g of Cao Kou, 10g of Dang Shen, 10g of Bai Zhu, 10g of Fu Ling, 6g of Gan Cao, 6g of Ban Xia, 6g of Chen Pi, 10g of Da Huang (added later), 6g of Huang Lian, 10g of Huang Qin, 10g of Zhi Shi, 10g of Hou Pu, 10g of Mang Xie, 6g of Yu Jin, 20g of Dan Shen, 6g of Dan Pi, 10g of Beisha Shen, 10g of Zhe Bei Mu, 6g of Sha Ren, 10g of Gan He Ye, and 30g of Jing Mi. The medicine was decocted in water and taken once daily. After 10 doses, the patient’s swallowing function significantly improved, allowing him to eat noodles, bread, and biscuits. His bowel movements became regular, his urination was clear, and his abdominal distension improved. At the next visit, the dosage of Mang Xie was reduced, and 12g of Sheng Di, 10g of Shan Yao, and 10g of Ze Xie were added. The medicine was decocted in water and taken once daily. After 20 doses, the patient’s swallowing function further improved, his abdominal distension disappeared, and his overall mental state was good. In March 2013, the patient returned to Pei Zhengxue’s outpatient clinic, reporting slight discomfort when swallowing and poor appetite. His tongue was red with a thin, yellowish, slightly greasy coating. The treatment plan was adjusted to include Fufang Da Dan Shen Yin, Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, and Can Zhe Pei Qi Tang with adjustments: 6g of Mu Xiang, 6g of Cao Kou, 10g of Dang Shen, 10g of Bai Zhu, 10g of Fu Ling, 6g of Gan Cao, 6g of Ban Xia, 6g of Chen Pi, 10g of Zhi Shi, 10g of San Ling, 10g of E Jiu, 10g of Sheng Long Mu, 10g of Dang Gui, 20g of Zhi Bei Mu, 10g of Da Huang, 20g of Rou Ceng Rong, 10g of Tian Dong, and 10g of Tian Zhu Huang. The medicine was decocted in water and taken once daily. In September 2013, the patient visited again, stating that he had taken over 90 doses of the prescription, and all symptoms had completely resolved. Local barium meal and gastroscopy revealed that the lesions had disappeared. The patient was instructed to continue taking the original prescription for another 10 doses.

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Based on the diagnosis, the treatment plan was: 12g of Sheng Di, 10g of Shan Yao, 10g of Shan Yu Rou, 6g of Dan Pi, 12g of Fu Ling, 10g of Ze Xie, 15g of Xia Fu Cao, 10g of Po Suo Zhi, 10g of Yuan Zhi, 10g of Dang Gui, 6g of Chuan Xiong, 15g of Bie Jia, 10g of Zao Shi, 6g of Zhi Bei Mu, 6g of Lu Dang Mu, 30g of Huang Qi, 20g of Dan Shen, 6g of Mu Xiang, 6g of Cao Kou, 10g of Zhi Shi, 20g of Bai Shao, 15g of Sheng Long Mu, 15g of Wu Ceng Rong, 10g of Tian Dong, and 10g of Tian Zhu Huang. The medicine was decocted in water and taken once daily.

Additionally, Pei’s Sheng Xue Granules were taken, 15g each time, twice a day. After six months, the patient returned to the clinic, stating that he had taken the above prescription for over 150 doses. At present, he reported no particular discomfort, his complexion was rosy, his physique was robust, and he did not experience difficulty swallowing or abdominal discomfort.

Pei Zhengxue believed that the causes and pathogenesis of esophageal cancer are complex, and the disease progresses rapidly. When treating esophageal cancer, it is essential to fully leverage the strengths of both Chinese and Western medicine. In clinical diagnosis, we should make full use of the advantages of advanced Western medical instruments, employing molecular biology, imaging techniques, and histopathology to arrive at a clear clinical diagnosis and tumor staging. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, Pei Zhengxue believed that phlegm-qi blockage and three yang heat accumulation, along with righteous qi deficiency, are the fundamental causes of esophageal cancer. As stated in “Yizong Jin Jian. Zhi Xin Fa Jue”: “When three yang heat accumulates and harms the fluids, causing dryness and dehydration, the esophagus becomes blocked, unable to accept food, and the cardia fails to open, leading to dysphagia; when the stomach and intestines are obstructed, the qi cannot flow freely, resulting in chest pain, constipation like sheep droppings, and even vomiting and bloody stools—life is difficult to sustain.” According to “Yizong Bi Du,” “When evil accumulates, righteous qi becomes insufficient; when evil accumulates, it leads to the formation of illness.” Therefore, in general, phlegm-qi blockage and three yang heat accumulation are the external manifestations of esophageal cancer, while spleen and stomach qi deficiency and qi-blood deficiency are the underlying causes. Pei Zhengxue believed that “righteous qi deficiency” here refers to modern medical concepts of immune dysfunction, which is a critical factor in the onset and progression of all tumors. Treatment should focus on addressing both the symptoms and the root causes, adhering to the principle of supporting righteous qi and expelling pathogenic factors. As stated in “Su Wen ● Zhi Zhen Yao Da Lun,” “When the severity is great, follow the direction; when the severity is slight, reverse the direction.” Therefore, in addition to surgical treatment, traditional Chinese medicine should be the primary treatment approach, aiming to enhance immune function and improve overall health conditions.

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[Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue has practiced medicine for over 50 years, accumulating extensive clinical experience in the field of integrated Chinese and Western medicine for the treatment of malignant tumors. Professor Pei believed that while surgery and radiotherapy are important treatment methods for cervical cancer, they often come with numerous side effects. These side effects severely impact patients’ quality of life and survival time. By applying his “sixteen-character principle,” Professor Pei guided clinical treatment, effectively alleviating postoperative and radiotherapy side effects in cervical cancer patients.

[Keywords] Pei Zhengxue; Postoperative Cervical Cancer; Radiotherapy; Lanzhou Formula; Professor Pei Zhengxue (hereinafter referred to as “Professor Pei”) is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral and master’s supervisor, a national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Academy of Medical Sciences, Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, and Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Professor Pei excels in the treatment of malignant tumors, employing the “sixteen-character principle”—diagnosing based on Western medical criteria, differentiating syndromes through traditional Chinese medicine, prioritizing traditional Chinese medicine, and supplementing with Western medicine—to provide unique insights into diagnosis and treatment. I was fortunate to study under Professor Pei, and I now share the following clinical experiences of Professor Pei in treating postoperative and radiotherapy side effects following cervical cancer treatment.

I. Professor Pei’s Understanding of Cervical Cancer Treatment

Cervical cancer is one of the most common gynecological malignancies, and its causes are related to human papillomavirus (HPV), sexual behavior, reproductive patterns, and immune function [1]. Surgery and radiotherapy are the preferred treatments for cervical cancer, offering the advantage of directly killing or inhibiting cancer cells, providing advantages in addressing the root causes of cancer that are unmatched by traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. However, the side effects associated with surgery and radiotherapy—such as radiation sickness, decreased immune function, and autonomic nervous system disorders—are not to be overlooked. These side effects not only severely impact patients’ quality of life but also deeply undermine their confidence in treatment. Therefore, how to alleviate postoperative and radiotherapy side effects, enhance patients’ immune function, and improve clinical symptoms is key to achieving comprehensive therapeutic efficacy. Professor Pei believed that this disease involves a pattern of deficiency in the root and excess in the manifestation, with damage to the Chong and Ren meridians, deficiency as the root, and dampness, qi stagnation, blood stasis, and cancer toxins as manifestations. On the basis of root deficiency, dampness, qi stagnation, blood stasis, and cancer toxins—various real evils become intertwined, competing with righteous qi. When evil prevails over righteous qi, the disease ultimately develops [2]. The recurrence of lesion margins after surgery and radiotherapy for cervical cancer patients, autonomic nervous system disorders, radiation sickness, and many other issues still lack effective solutions, thus limiting the potential for improving overall therapeutic efficacy to some extent. The goal of traditional Chinese medicine and herbal treatment is to support righteous qi and strengthen the body, improving the hematopoietic system, immune system, autonomic nervous system, and endocrine system, fundamentally enhancing the body’s responsiveness. With multiple pathways and multiple targets working synergistically, traditional Chinese medicine offers unique advantages in alleviating side effects [3]. “Lanzhou Formula” is one of the effective formulas Professor Pei developed over decades of clinical practice for treating malignant tumors. It is commonly used as a foundational formula, with adjustments made according to the specific needs of postoperative and radiotherapy side effects in cervical cancer patients, yielding remarkable clinical efficacy. This formula consists of Gui Zhi Tang, Liu Wei Shen Tang, and …

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,Pharyngitis, fullness and discomfort in the chest and abdomen, nausea, poor appetite, fatigue, red tongue with white greasy coating, floating and rapid pulse. Western medical diagnosis: Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, upper respiratory tract infection. Chinese medicine syndrome differentiation: Phlegm-dampness stagnation, damp-heat accumulation, combined with external pathogenic toxins. Treatment method: Regulate qi and transform phlegm, soften hard masses and disperse stagnation.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 Clear heat and detoxify. Prescription: Hai Zao Yu Hu Wan, with additions of Xiao Luo Wan and modified Wu Wei Du Sheng Yin. Dang Gui 10g, Chuan Xiong 10g, Chen Pi 6g, Ban Xia 6g, Bai Zhu 10g, Fu Ling 10g, Sheng Jiang 6g, San Ling 10g, E Jiu 10g, Hai Zao 10g, Kun Bu 10g, Du Huo 10g, Lian Qiao 15g, Zhe Bei Mu 10g, Yuan Shen 10g, Sheng Mou Li 20g, Jin Hua 15g, Pu Gong Ying 15g. Decocted in water and taken as one dose per day. Western medicine was administered with anti-inflammatory and symptomatic treatments. Second visit: After taking the medication for 7 doses, the patient no longer had a fever; throat pain and nausea subsided, appetite and fatigue improved. The tongue was red with a white coating, the pulse was wiry and slow. The syndrome was attributed to spleen deficiency and phlegm-dampness accumulation within the body; the formula was adjusted by removing Jin Hua and Pu Gong Ying, adding Dang Shen, Ren Shen Xu, Taizi Shen, Beisha Shen each at 15g, Sheng Di 10g, Shan Yu Rou 30g to tonify qi and strengthen the spleen, nourish yin and tonify the kidneys, thereby preventing bone marrow hematopoietic function suppression after chemotherapy. Third visit: While undergoing chemotherapy, the patient continued to take traditional Chinese medicine for 30 doses. After the first course of chemotherapy concluded, apart from hair loss, gastrointestinal reactions were relatively mild, mental state and appetite remained acceptable. The tongue was red with a thin white coating, the pulse was wiry and fine. To prevent chemotherapy-induced damage to vital qi, Professor Pei’s experience-based formula—Lanzhou Formula—was prescribed. Prescription: Beisha Shen 15g, Taizi Shen 15g, Ren Shen Xu 15g, Lu Dang Shen 15g, Sheng Di 12g, Shan Yao 10g, Shan Yu Rou 30g, Gui Zhi 10g, Bai Shao 10g, Gan Cao 6g, Sheng Jiang 6g, Da Zao 6g, Mai Dong 10g, Fu Xiao Mai 30g, Wu Wei Zi 3g, Zhe Bei Mu 10g, Yuan Shen 10g, Sheng Long Mu 15g, Huang Yao Zi 10g, Shan Ci Gu 10g. This formula was consistently taken over six chemotherapy courses, which concluded smoothly with few side effects and good tolerability. The left neck lymph nodes measured 2cm × 2cm × 1cm, while the right neck lymph nodes measured 3cm × 2cm × 1.5cm. Fourth visit: On February 20, 2010, the patient’s physical condition was still acceptable, blood counts were normal, the neck lymph nodes had shrunk, and radiation therapy was initiated. A total of 3800 cGy of radiation was administered, and the enlargement of the neck lymph nodes disappeared. The patient experienced nausea, dizziness, fatigue, excessive sweating, thirst and dry mouth, constipation, a red tongue with a thin coating, and a fine pulse. WBC 2.5 × 10^9/L, Hb 8 g/L, PLT 98 × 10^9/L. Bone marrow hematopoietic function was suppressed after chemotherapy, leading to low blood counts. The Lanzhou Formula was supplemented with Astragalus, Danshen, Po Guo Zhi, Jie Xue Teng, and Koushan each at 15g to tonify qi, strengthen the spleen, and promote blood production. After more than two months of taking this formula, the three-line cells returned to normal levels. The medicine was ground into powder, mixed with honey to form pills, with each pill taken once daily, three times a day. The patient continued to take traditional Chinese medicine without interruption, able to participate in daily activities, and is now still alive. IV. Reflections

Malignant lymphoma is currently considered a curable malignancy.

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Western medical radiotherapy and chemotherapy, or surgical treatment combined with traditional Chinese medicine to support righteous qi and strengthen the body are the primary approaches for treating malignant tumors today.

In early and mid-stage malignant lymphoma, radiotherapy and chemotherapy are the main treatments, often combined with traditional Chinese medicine based on syndrome differentiation. For cases involving cold-phlegm stagnation, qi stagnation with blood stasis, or mutual obstruction between phlegm and blood stasis, these are considered true syndromes. Treatment focuses primarily on eliminating pathogenic factors and combating cancer; clinically, using methods such as transforming phlegm, regulating qi, dispersing nodules, activating blood circulation, clearing heat, and detoxifying can yield positive results. After radiotherapy and chemotherapy, toxic heat may damage yin, leading to conditions like liver and kidney deficiency, qi-yin deficiency, or qi-blood deficiency—these are treated by supporting righteous qi and strengthening the body, nourishing qi and yin, and eliminating pathogenic factors to suppress tumor growth. In advanced stages, patients often have weakened constitutions and cannot tolerate radiotherapy and chemotherapy; treatment should focus on supporting righteous qi while also eliminating pathogenic factors. Deficiency of righteous qi is the fundamental cause of tumor development; as the “Yizong Bi Du” states, “When evil accumulates, righteous qi becomes insufficient; when righteous qi is deficient, pathogenic factors take hold.” The “Neijing” also says, “Where evil gathers, its qi must be deficient,” and “When righteous qi remains within, evil cannot invade.” Therefore, supporting righteous qi and strengthening the body is a fundamental principle in tumor treatment. Over many years, Professor Pei accumulated clinical experience and developed the famous formula “Lanzhou Formula,” which gained fame in 1972 when it successfully treated China’s first case of leukemia [5] (M5). The formula includes Beisha Shen, Taizi Shen, Lu Dang Shen, and Ren Shen Xu to tonify qi and strengthen the spleen; Sheng Di and large doses of Shan Yu Rou nourish yin and tonify the kidneys, promoting bone marrow hematopoiesis; Gui Zhi, Bai Shao, Gan Cao, Sheng Jiang, and Da Zao harmonize the camp and defend the defensive qi, aiding the source of qi and blood; Dang Shen, Mai Dong, and Wu Wei Zi nourish qi and nourish yin; Gan Cao, Fu Xiao Mai, and Da Zao gather sweat and tonify qi. Together, the formula promotes qi and spleen tonification, as well as blood enrichment and blood production. It is used to support righteous qi and strengthen the body after leukemia treatment and chemotherapy. When lymph nodes are enlarged, adding Beimu, Mouli, Xuan Shen to transform phlegm and disperse nodules; when pain occurs, adding Bai Hua She Tia Cao, Ban Zhi Lian, and Shan Ci Gu to clear heat, detoxify, and resolve blood stasis and relieve pain. For leukopenia, adding Huang Qi, Danshen, Po Guo Zhi, Koushan, and Jie Xue Teng to tonify qi and strengthen the spleen and generate blood; for thrombocytopenia, adding Gui Bo, Nu Zhen Zi, Han Lian Cao, and Zhi Shou Wu to nourish blood and replenish platelets; for red blood cell deficiency, adding Dang Gui, Huang Qi, and A Jiao to tonify qi and nourish blood. Modern pharmacological research has shown [6]: Sheng Di and Shan Yu Rou enhance the body’s immune function and promote bone marrow hematopoietic recovery; Ban Zhi Lian and Shan Ci Gu exhibit anti-tumor effects; Dang Gui and Huang Qi have anticoagulant properties, inhibit platelet adhesion, improve blood viscosity, and prevent thrombus formation. For patients undergoing radiotherapy and chemotherapy, combining traditional Chinese medicine can effectively alleviate the toxic side effects of these treatments, improve symptoms, reduce patient suffering, enhance quality of life, promote bone marrow hematopoietic function recovery, boost the body’s immune capacity, and achieve the goal of reducing toxicity while enhancing efficacy.

References [1] Pei Zhengxue. Practical Internal Medicine Combining Chinese and Western Medicine [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2010.12:886–890. [2] Zhou Zhongying. National University Textbook of Traditional Chinese Medicine Internal Medicine [M]. Beijing: China Medical Science and Technology Press, 2011.07:446–450. [3] Liu Weisheng. Clinical Diagnosis and Treatment of Tumors Using Traditional Chinese Medicine – 2nd Edition [M]. Beijing: People’s Health Publishing House, 2005.02:606–620. [4] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008.02:270–272. [5] Pei Zhengxue. Combining Chinese and Western Medicine to Cure Acute Monocytic Leukemia [M]. Collection of Medical Experiences by Pei Zhengxue. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003.08:246–252. [6] Zhao Changqing, Zhu Yunlong. Research on the Pharmacological Advances of Liu Wei Sheng’s Six-Flavor Rehmannia Pill [J]. Chinese Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 1998, 4(13):63–65.

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Chapter 15: Tumors Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Regulating Qi, Resolving Blood Stasis, and Eliminating Phlegm – An Exploration and Treatment of Esophageal Cancer Li Song, Feng Xiaorong, Feng Xueqin

Esophageal cancer is a malignant tumor originating in the esophagus, ranking among the ten most common malignant tumors. Each year, approximately 250,000 people in China are diagnosed with esophageal cancer, with a higher incidence in northern regions compared to southern ones, and both incidence and mortality rates rank first in the world. The causes of esophageal cancer remain incompletely understood, but numerous studies suggest that dietary habits may play a role in its development. Esophageal cancer progresses rapidly, with high incidence and mortality rates, and multiple treatment options often yield limited success; the 5-year survival rate after surgery is around 30%.

Syndrome Differentiation and Classification

Pei Zhengxue believed that esophageal cancer falls under the categories of “ji ge,” “fan hui,” “wu yu,” and “wei fan” in traditional Chinese medicine. Based on his 50 years of clinical experience, esophageal cancer is mainly classified into the following four types:

Phlegm-Qi Blockage Type: Early esophageal cancer often falls into this category, where patients only experience mild food obstruction or a feeling of food flowing smoothly without difficulty. Treatment principles: Strengthen the spleen and benefit qi, transform phlegm and eliminate accumulation—often employing Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, Fufang Dan Shen Yin, or Zuo Jin Wan with adjustments.

Stomach-Yin Deficiency Type: Mid-stage esophageal cancer often falls into this category, where patients experience more pronounced food obstruction. Treatment principles: Nourish qi and yin, resolve blood stasis and eliminate accumulation—using Liu Wei Sheng Yin, Tuoli Tou Suo San, or Qi Ge San with adjustments.

Phlegm-Stasis Combined Type: Late-stage esophageal cancer often falls into this category, where patients experience significant swallowing obstruction and can only consume semi-liquid foods. Treatment principles: Transform phlegm and regulate qi, activate blood circulation and unblock stagnation—using Xuan Fu Dai He Tang or Can Zhe Pei Qi Tang with adjustments.

Two Case Studies [Case 1] A 68-year-old male patient presented to our hospital for treatment due to difficulty swallowing for 2 months. In December 2012, after completing relevant examinations and obtaining tissue biopsies via barium meal and gastroscopy, the patient was definitively diagnosed with upper esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, atrophic gastritis with intestinal metaplasia, and positive Helicobacter pylori. Due to personal reasons, the patient declined surgery and chemotherapy, so he sought treatment at Pei Zhengxue’s outpatient clinic. He reported abdominal distension, difficulty swallowing food, constipation, and red tongue with thick, greasy yellow coating, along with a deep, wiry pulse. The treatment plan included Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, Da Cheng Qi Tang, San Huang Xie Xin Tang, and Qi Ge San with adjustments: 6g of Mu Xiang, 6g of Cao Kou, 10g of Dang Shen, 10g of Bai Zhu, 10g of Fu Ling, 6g of Gan Cao, 6g of Ban Xia, 6g of Chen Pi, 10g of Da Huang (added later), 6g of Huang Lian, 10g of Huang Qin, 10g of Zhi Shi, 10g of Hou Pu, 10g of Mang Xie, 6g of Yu Jin, 20g of Dan Shen, 6g of Dan Pi, 10g of Beisha Shen, 10g of Zhe Bei Mu, 6g of Sha Ren, 10g of Gan He Ye, and 30g of Jing Mi. The formula was decocted in water and taken once daily. After 10 doses, the patient’s swallowing function significantly improved, allowing him to eat noodles, bread, and biscuits. His bowel movements became regular, his urination was clear, and his abdominal distension improved. At the next visit, the formula was adjusted to remove Mang Xie, adding 12g of Sheng Di, 10g of Shan Yao, and 10g of Ze Xie. The formula was decocted in water and taken once daily. After 20 doses, the patient’s swallowing function further improved, his abdominal distension disappeared, and his overall mental state was good. In March 2013, the patient visited Pei Zhengxue’s outpatient clinic again, reporting slight discomfort when swallowing and reduced appetite. His tongue was red with a thin, slightly yellowish coating, so the treatment plan was adjusted to include Fufang Da Dan Shen Yin, Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, and Can Zhe Pei Qi Tang with adjustments: 6g of Mu Xiang, 6g of Cao Kou, 10g of Dang Shen, 10g of Bai Zhu, 10g of Fu Ling, 6g of Gan Cao, 6g of Ban Xia, 6g of Chen Pi, 10g of Zhi Shi, 10g of San Ling, 10g of E Jiu, 10g of Sheng Long Mu, 10g of Da Huang, 20g of Rou Cao, 10g of Tian Dong, and 10g of Tian Zhu Huang. The formula was decocted in water and taken once daily. In September 2013, the patient came for a follow-up visit, stating that he had taken over 90 doses of the prescription, and all symptoms had completely resolved. Local barium meal and gastroscopy revealed that the lesions had disappeared. The patient was instructed to continue taking the original prescription for another 10 doses.

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Chapter 15: Tumors The formula was ground into powder, mixed with honey to form pills, with each pill weighing 6g. The patient took 3 pills each time, dissolving them in warm boiled water after meals to help with recovery. [Case 2] A 52-year-old male patient presented with abdominal distension and difficulty swallowing for more than 2 months. After undergoing barium meal and gastroscopy at a local hospital, he was diagnosed with lower esophageal adenocarcinoma. He was admitted to the hospital for FP chemotherapy, and after two cycles of chemotherapy, he requested traditional Chinese medicine treatment due to financial hardship. In March 2013, he visited the clinic, presenting with a red tongue, thick, greasy yellow coating, a weak pulse in the little finger, and a wiry pulse in the middle finger.

Based on the diagnosis, the treatment plan was: 12g of Sheng Di, 10g of Shan Yao, 10g of Shan Yu Rou, 6g of Dan Pi, 12g of Fu Ling, 10g of Ze Xie, 15g of Xia Fu Cao, 10g of Po Guo Zhi, 10g of Yuan Zhi, 10g of Dang Gui, 6g of Chuan Xiong, 15g of Bie Jia, 10g of Zao Shi, 6g of Zhi Shi, 20g of Bai Shao, 15g of Sheng Long Mu, 15g of Wu Cao, 10g of Tian Dong, and 10g of Tian Zhu Huang. The formula was decocted in water and taken once daily.

Additionally, Pei’s Sheng Xue Granules were taken, 15g each time, twice daily. After six months, the patient came for a follow-up visit, stating that he had taken the above formula for over 150 doses. He reported no particular discomfort, his complexion was rosy, his physique was robust, and he did not experience any swallowing difficulties or abdominal discomfort.

Pei Zhengxue believed that the causes and mechanisms of esophageal cancer are complex, and the disease progresses rapidly. When treating esophageal cancer, it is important to fully leverage the strengths of both Chinese and Western medicine. In clinical diagnosis, we should make full use of the advantages of advanced Western medical instruments, employing molecular biology, imaging techniques, and histopathology to arrive at a clear clinical diagnosis and tumor staging. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, Pei Zhengxue believed that phlegm-qi blockage, triple yang heat accumulation, and righteous qi deficiency are the root causes of esophageal cancer. As stated in “Yizong Jin Jian. Zhi Xin Fa Jue”: “When triple yang heat accumulates and damages fluids, dryness leads to the loss of qi and blood, causing the esophageal opening to become blocked, making it difficult to swallow, and the esophageal opening becomes unable to open, leading to choking and vomiting. If this condition persists, the qi and blood will flow through the esophagus in a constricted manner, the esophageal opening will become sluggish, causing chest pain, constipation, and even bloody stools—making life difficult.” According to “Yizong Bi Du,” “When evil accumulates, righteous qi becomes insufficient; when evil accumulates, it takes hold.” Therefore, in general, phlegm-qi blockage and triple yang heat accumulation are the external manifestations of esophageal cancer, while spleen and stomach qi deficiency and qi-blood deficiency are the underlying causes. Pei Zhengxue believed that “righteous qi deficiency” here refers to modern medical concepts of immune dysfunction, which is a critical factor in the onset and progression of all tumors. Treatment should focus on addressing both the symptoms and the root causes, adhering to the principle of supporting righteous qi while eliminating pathogenic factors. As stated in “Su Wen ● Zhi Zhen Yao Da Lun,” “When the severity is great, follow the direction; when the severity is small, reverse the direction.” Therefore, in addition to surgical treatment, traditional Chinese medicine should be the primary treatment approach, focusing on boosting the body’s immune function and improving overall health.

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Chapter 15: Tumors Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience and Reflections on Treating Postoperative and Radiotherapy Side Effects Following Cervical Cancer Treatment Li Song, Huang Bangrong, Feng Xiaorong, Feng Xueqin

[Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue has practiced medicine for over 50 years, accumulating extensive clinical experience in the field of integrated Chinese and Western medicine for the treatment of malignant tumors. Professor Pei believed that while surgery and radiotherapy are essential treatments for cervical cancer, they often come with numerous side effects. These side effects can severely impact patients’ quality of life and survival time. By applying his “Sixteen-Character Principle,” Professor Pei guided clinical treatment, effectively alleviating postoperative and radiotherapy side effects in cervical cancer patients.

[Keywords] Pei Zhengxue; Postoperative Cervical Cancer; Radiotherapy; Lanzhou Formula; Professor Pei Zhengxue (hereinafter referred to as “Professor Pei”) is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral and master’s supervisor, a national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Academy of Medical Sciences, Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital, and Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Professor Pei excels in the treatment of malignant tumors, employing the “Sixteen-Character Principle”—diagnosing based on Western medical criteria, differentiating syndromes according to traditional Chinese medicine, prioritizing traditional Chinese medicine, and supplementing with Western medicine—to provide unique insights into diagnosis and treatment. I was fortunate to study under Professor Pei, and I would like to share my experiences treating postoperative and radiotherapy side effects in cervical cancer patients.

I. Professor Pei’s Understanding of Cervical Cancer Treatment

Cervical cancer is one of the most common gynecological malignancies, and its causes are related to human papillomavirus (HPV), sexual behavior, reproductive patterns, and the body’s immune function [1]. Surgery and radiotherapy are the preferred treatments for cervical cancer, offering the advantage of directly killing or inhibiting cancer cells—and providing advantages in addressing the root causes of cancer that are unmatched by traditional Chinese medicine. However, the side effects associated with surgery and radiotherapy—such as radiation sickness, decreased immune function, and autonomic nervous system disorders—are not to be overlooked. These side effects not only severely impact patients’ quality of life but also deeply undermine their confidence in treatment. Therefore, how to alleviate postoperative and radiotherapy side effects, enhance the body’s immune function, and improve clinical symptoms is crucial for achieving comprehensive therapeutic efficacy. Professor Pei believed that this condition involves a pattern of deficiency in righteous qi and excess in pathogenic factors: the Chong and Ren meridians are damaged, the body is weak as the root cause, while damp-heat, qi stagnation, blood stasis, and cancer toxins serve as external manifestations. On the basis of this deficiency, damp-heat, qi stagnation, blood stasis, and cancer toxins—various pathogenic factors become intertwined, competing with righteous qi. When pathogenic factors prevail over righteous qi, cancer develops [2]. The recurrence of lesion margins after surgery and radiotherapy for cervical cancer patients, as well as issues like autonomic nervous system disorders and radiation sickness, still lack effective solutions, thus limiting the potential for improving overall therapeutic efficacy to some extent. The goal of traditional Chinese medicine and herbal treatment is to support righteous qi and strengthen the body, improving the body’s hematopoietic system, immune system, autonomic nervous system, and endocrine system—overall enhancing the body’s responsiveness. This approach offers synergistic benefits across multiple pathways and targets, giving it a unique advantage in alleviating side effects [3]. “Lanzhou Formula” is one of the effective formulas Professor Pei developed over decades of clinical practice for treating malignant tumors. It is commonly used as a foundational formula, with adjustments made based on the specific needs of postoperative and radiotherapy side effects in cervical cancer patients, yielding remarkable clinical efficacy. The formula consists of Gui Zhi Tang, Liu Wei Sheng Yin, and…

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1. Once daily, 500 ml of 10% glucose solution with 2 g of vitamin C, 0.2 g of vitamin B6, and 10 ml of 10% potassium chloride solution, along with 4 units of insulin, administered via intravenous drip twice a week for 7 days of treatment. After the treatment period, liver area pain significantly alleviated; liver enlargement below the xiphoid process measured 2.0 cm, with a softer texture. However, fatigue and loss of appetite were observed. The treatment was then adjusted to include Chaihu Shugan San and Xiangsha Liu Jun Tang with modifications. The prescription consisted of: Chaihu 10 g, Bai Shao 10 g, Jushi 10 g, Gancao 6 g, Muxiang 3 g, Cao Kou 3 g, Dangshen 10 g, Bai Zhu 10 g, Fuling 12 g, Banxia 6 g, San Ling 10 g, Erythrina 10 g, Hai Zao 10 g, Kunbu 10 g, Guibian 10 g, Beijia 10 g, Qingchen Pi each 6 g. The herbs were decocted into a single dose daily, taken in divided doses. After another 20 days of treatment, the patient’s diet and overall condition improved, and a CT scan at discharge revealed that the liver tumor had shrunk by 1 cm × 1 cm. Liver function tests also returned to normal. Since then, the patient has continued traditional Chinese medicine treatment and remains alive to this day.

[Case 2] A 44-year-old male patient was diagnosed with primary liver cancer at a hospital in 2009. Following hepatic arterial embolization, he experienced liver region pain, abdominal distension, poor appetite, fatigue, and weight loss one month post-surgery. Abdominal fluid was present in small amounts, with a red tongue coated with a thin, greasy coating, a wiry, tense pulse, ALT at 133 μmol/L, AST at 98 μmol/L, and AFP at 200 ng/mL. The diagnosis was primary liver cancer. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) identified “flank pain” due to qi stagnation and blood deficiency, as well as spleen deficiency leading to impaired transport of Qi. Treatment focused on activating blood circulation, resolving stasis, regulating qi, and strengthening the spleen. Following hepatic arterial embolization, the patient experienced abdominal distension, weight loss, fatigue, and loss of appetite. Recognizing that liver disease often reflects liver-related issues, it is important to treat the liver first—this is where the liver’s pathogenic factors are located. Thus, the initial treatment was based on Xiangsha Liu Jun Tang with modifications: Muxiang 6 g, Sha Ren 6 g, Chen Pi 6 g, Banxia 6 g, Fuling 10 g, Gancao 6 g, Dangshen 10 g, Shi 10 g, Huangqin 10 g, Huanglian 6 g, Ganjiang 6 g, Jushi 10 g, Bai Shao 10 g, Sheng Longgu 15 g, Sheng Mu Li 15 g, Wuchui 15 g, Da Huang 6 g, Houpu 10 g. After seven doses of medication, the patient’s appetite improved, though he still experienced right upper quadrant pain and back distension. His symptoms were attributed to qi stagnation and blood stasis. The treatment plan was adjusted to include the “Chaihu Shugan San with Modifications.” Chaihu 10 g, Jushi 10 g, Bai Shao 10 g, Zhigan Cao 6 g, Muxiang 6 g, Danshen 10 g, Cao Kou 6 g, Da Huang 10 g, Huangqin 10 g, Huanglian 6 g, Yuan Hu 10 g, Chuan Xian Zi 20 g, Zhi Ru Mo 6 g, Ganjiang 6 g, Pugong.

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Clinical Collection No. 2, Professor Pei’s Approach to Tumor Diseases Professor Pei believed that the etiology and pathogenesis of primary liver cancer are complex, the disease is severe, and its progression is highly variable. Therefore, when treating such patients, it is essential to fully leverage the strengths of both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. First, in clinical diagnosis, we should fully utilize the advantages of advanced Western medical instruments, harnessing the expertise of Western medicine to obtain clear clinical diagnoses and tumor staging through molecular biology, imaging techniques, and histopathology. This provides a solid theoretical foundation for determining an appropriate treatment plan. Second, from a TCM perspective, Professor Pei believed that deficiency of righteous qi is the root cause of liver cancer. As stated in “Yizong Bi Du”: “When evil accumulates, righteous qi becomes insufficient, and then evil builds up.” Professor Pei viewed “deficiency of righteous qi” as encompassing modern medical concepts of immune dysfunction—a key factor in the onset and progression of all tumors. Therefore, in general, liver cancer is characterized by liver qi stagnation, qi stagnation with blood stasis, and damp-heat accumulation as the external manifestations, while righteous qi deficiency is the underlying cause. Treatment should focus on addressing both the symptoms and the root causes, employing a principle of both tonifying the body’s vital energy and eliminating harmful factors. Professor Pei developed the “Chaihu Shugan San with Modifications,” the “Liver Cancer No. 1 Formula,” which aims to regulate liver qi, clear heat and detoxify, soften masses and disperse nodules to address the external manifestations, while “Lanzhou Formula” supports the body’s vital energy and strengthens the foundation, thereby inhibiting tumor growth from an immunological perspective. Furthermore, during surgical procedures, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and interventional treatments—both Western and traditional Chinese medicine—traditional Chinese medicine can be used to support the body’s vital energy, strengthen the foundation, reduce chemotherapy side effects, and enhance therapeutic efficacy. At the same time, traditional Chinese medicine possesses properties such as regulating liver qi, resolving blood stasis, and strengthening the spleen, which can synergize with Western medicine to enhance anti-tumor effects. Finally, most patients with advanced or late-stage primary liver cancer lose the opportunity for surgery. These patients often exhibit characteristics of righteous qi deficiency and excess pathogenic factors. As described in “Suwen: Zhi Zhen Yao Da Lun,” “For severe cases, follow the natural course; for mild cases, reverse the trend.” Therefore, in treatment, traditional Chinese medicine should be prioritized, focusing on boosting the body’s immunity and improving overall health conditions, while combining Western medicine with low-dose chemotherapy to enhance clinical efficacy. This approach is also a distinctive feature and innovative aspect of Professor Pei’s treatment of primary liver cancer.

In conclusion, Professor Pei Zhengxue advocated for “Western diagnostic methods, TCM-based syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the mainstay, and Western medicine as a complementary therapy.” When treating primary liver cancer, he emphasized the integration of traditional Chinese and Western medicine, combining disease identification with syndrome differentiation, balancing the tonification of righteous qi with the elimination of harmful factors, and emphasizing comprehensive therapies that target both the liver and the spleen. These approaches have yielded remarkable clinical outcomes.

References [1] Liu Houchui, Primary Liver Cancer [M]. Beijing: People’s Medical Publishing House, 2010: 450. [2] Ma Xiaohong, Wang Xiaoqin, Ding Yanyue. Research Progress in Integrative TCM and Western Medicine for Primary Liver Cancer [J]. Journal of Integrated TCM and Western Medicine for Liver Disease. 2007, 17(3): 188–189. [3] Cai Jianqiang, Bi Xinyu. Individualized Comprehensive Treatment of Primary Liver Cancer [J]. Clinical Journal of Hepatobiliary Disease, 201, 27(4): 20. [4] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue’s Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 200: 832–855. [5] Pei Zhengxue. Collected Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2009: 357.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Colon Cancer Huang Bangrong [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue is a chief physician at Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a doctoral supervisor, a nationally renowned veteran TCM practitioner, and a director of the China Association for Integrative Medicine. He is a renowned expert in TCM and Western medicine in China. Born in 1938 into a family with three generations of medical tradition, Professor Pei Zhengxue pioneered the 16-character guiding principle of “Western diagnostic methods, TCM-based syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the mainstay, and Western medicine as a complement,” which he adopted as his guiding philosophy. Known for his skill in treating difficult and complex diseases, Professor Pei Zhengxue gained widespread recognition in Gansu Province. Based on the classic theory that “the lungs and the intestines are in harmony,” Professor Pei Zhengxue employed formulas such as Xiangsha Liu Jun Tang, Huangtu Tang, modified Fuzi Lizhong Tang, Chengqi Tang, Shaoyao Tang, Huanglian Xishe Tang, along with his own formulated Foping Compound and Er Bai Yin, to treat colon cancer. His clinical practice was versatile and effective, yielding remarkable results.

[Keywords] Pei Zhengxue; TCM Practitioner; Colon Cancer; TCM Therapies; Clinical Experience; Foping Compound/Therapeutic Applications; Er Bai Yin; Therapeutic Applications

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a chief physician at Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a doctoral supervisor, a nationally renowned veteran TCM practitioner, and a director of the China Association for Integrative Medicine. Born in 1938 into a family with three generations of medical tradition, Professor Pei Zhengxue pioneered the 16-character guiding principle of “Western diagnostic methods, TCM-based syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the mainstay, and Western medicine as a complement.” Colon cancer includes both colorectal cancer and rectal cancer, and is a common malignant tumor. In TCM, the clinical manifestations of conditions such as “Changqian,” “Changfeng,” “Zangdu,” “Polyps,” and “Changpi” are quite similar to those of colon cancer. According to “Lingshu ● Shui Zhang No. 57,” “What is Changqian? Qi Bo said: ‘Cold qi resides outside the intestines, competing with the defensive qi; qi cannot circulate properly, and because of this, it becomes trapped, forming a mass that adheres internally. Evil qi arises, and polyps develop.’ Initially, these polyps are about the size of a chicken egg, but they grow larger over time; as they mature, they resemble a fetus within the womb. Over time, they become firm to the touch and move easily when pushed—though their shape may change depending on the menstrual cycle.”

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I. Understanding the Etiology and Pathogenesis of Colon Cancer in TCM Since the lungs and intestines are in harmony, the lungs govern the skin and hair, which are easily affected by wind. Wind enters the lungs through the skin and hair, then descends directly into the intestines. Therefore, when wind and fire combine, bloody stools become more frequent. Throughout history, physicians have referred to this condition as “intestinal wind causing bloody stools,” also known as “intestinal wind.” Intestinal wind can arise from yang transforming into heat, or from yin transforming into cold—either way, the process is slow and gradual, while the other is rapid and acute. If fire accumulates and turns into poison, it is called “zangdu,” and the resulting condition is characterized by turbid blood, swelling and hardness in the anus and rectum, accompanied by pain in the lower abdomen. In TCM, when cold qi resides in the intestinal cavity and competes with the defensive qi, yin and yang become locked, leading to the formation of “polyps.” When yang is strong, heat rises; when yin is strong, cold prevails. When yang is too strong, blood may flow uncontrollably, causing bloody stools; when yin is too strong, qi fails to regulate blood, leading to bloody stools as well.

II. Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment Principles (1) Intestinal Wind with Deficiency of Cold Symptoms include yellowish complexion, poor appetite, fatigue, bloody stools, occasional dull pain in the lower abdomen, alternating constipation and diarrhea, varying frequency of bowel movements, a deep, fine pulse, a pale, plump tongue with a thin white coating. Treatment focuses on strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi, warming the middle burner to stop bleeding. The formula includes Xiangsha Liu Jun Tang, Huangtu Tang, and modified Fuzi Lizhong Tang. Prescription: Dangshen 10 g, Bai Zhu 10 g, Fuling 12 g, Gancao 6 g, Ganjiang 6 g, Fuzi 6 g, Huanglian 3 g, Huangqin 10 g, Huangbai 10 g, Bai Zhu 10 g, A Jiao 10 g (dissolved in warm water), Huo Zhang 10 g, Pu Gong Ying 20 g, Sheng Yi Mi Ren 25 g, Red Dates 4 pieces, Muxiang 10 g. Adjustments: For patients experiencing nausea and vomiting, add 30 g of Sheng Dai Shi; for patients with severe abdominal pain, add 10 g of Yan Hu Suo and 10 g of Chuan Lian Zi. Take the decoction once daily, one dose per day. This formula is suitable for patients with early-stage colon cancer. (2) Intestinal Wind with Heat Symptoms include weight loss, exhaustion, anemia, fatigue, fever, discomfort in the lower abdomen, frequent bowel movements—3–4 times a day—with tenesmus, mucus-bloody stools or bloody stools, difficulty in defecation, a red tongue with a yellowish, greasy coating, a slippery, rapid pulse. Treatment focuses on clearing heat and drying dampness, regulating qi and relieving pain. The formula includes Shaoyao Tang, Foping Tang, and modified Huanglian Xishe Tang. Prescription: Danggui 10 g, Cang Zhu 9 g, Zhi Ke 10 g, Huangqin 10 g, Huanglian 6 g, Houpu 10 g, Binlang 10 g, Sheng Huangqi 30 g, Muxiang 6 g, Chuan Xiong 6 g, Sheng…

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Sheng Yi Mi Ren 30 g, Chen Pi 10 g, Fang Feng 12 g, Gancao 6 g. Adjustments: For patients with poor appetite, add 9 g each of Jiao San Xian; for patients with severe abdominal pain, add 10 g of Yan Hu Suo and 10 g of Chuan Lian Zi; for patients with significant fatigue, add 30 g of Taizi Shen. Take the decoction once daily.

(3) Zangdu Accumulation Type Symptoms include abdominal fullness and a heavy sensation in the anus, palpable masses in the abdomen, patients already showing signs of malnutrition, difficulty in movement, abdominal pain and diarrhea, mucus-bloody stools or bloody stools; some patients experience unbearable abdominal distension and even intestinal obstruction; others suffer from persistent high fever; some patients have enlarged lymph nodes throughout the body, enlarged liver, a red tongue with a yellowish, greasy coating, a slippery, rapid pulse. Treatment focuses on clearing heat and reducing fire, detoxifying and dispersing stasis. The formula includes Er Bai Yin with modifications, Bai Hua She Tie Cao Tang, and Anti-Cancer Five-Flavor Disinfection Drink; small Chengqi Tang with modifications can also be used. Prescription: Bai Hua She Tie Cao 30 g, Ban Zhi Lian 30 g, Cao He Che 15 g, Donggua Zi 15 g, Huai Hua 15 g, Shan Cigu 15 g, Bai Zhu 20 g, Erythrina 10 g, Niu Zhen Zi 15 g, Han Lian Cao 15 g, Sheng Yi Mi Ren 60 g, Danshen 15 g, Pu Gong Ying 15 g, Bajiang Cao 15 g, Wu Xue 3 g. Take the decoction once daily. Patients with this type of condition are often in the late stages of colon cancer, frequently accompanied by metastasis to distant organs and lymph nodes.

III. Case Examples [Example 1] A 66-year-old male patient presented for consultation on December 12, 2011. Chief complaint: fever and constipation for one month. Current medical history: One year ago, the patient experienced abdominal distension and difficulty in defecation, underwent relevant examinations, and was suspected of having colorectal cancer. He underwent surgery and received four cycles of chemotherapy, with stable condition. In the past month, the patient began experiencing fever, constipation, tenesmus, mucus-bloody stools, fatigue, poor appetite, insomnia, a red tongue with a yellowish, greasy coating, a slippery, rapid pulse. On October 9, 2010, postoperative pathology at Gansu Provincial People’s Hospital showed: moderately to poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma. Western medical diagnosis: colorectal cancer. TCM diagnosis: intestinal accumulation, with symptoms consistent with intestinal wind combined with heat. Treatment focused on clearing heat and drying dampness, regulating qi and relieving pain. The patient was treated with Foping Tang with modifications, or Shaoyao Tang and modified Huanglian Xishe Tang. Prescription: Danggui 10 g, Cang Zhu 9 g, Zhi Ke 10 g, Huangqin 10 g, Huanglian 6 g, Houpu 10 g, Binlang 10 g, Sheng Shigao 15 g, Foshou 10 g, Chuan Xiong 6 g, Xingren 10 g, Sheng Yi Mi Ren 30 g, Chen Pi 10 g, Huangqi 30 g, Fang Feng 12 g, Gancao 6 g. Take the decoction once daily. After five doses, the patient’s constipation and tenesmus improved significantly, and the mucus-bloody stools were noticeably relieved. However, the patient remained fatigued, had poor appetite, suffered from insomnia, the tongue was red with a thin white coating, and the pulse was weak. Above…

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As Professor Pei said, “With every tumor, there is always an infection—fever often arises from this very cause.” [1] This view aligns closely with modern theories of tumor inflammation. Based on the principle that “the lungs and intestines are in harmony,” treatment for patients with deficient righteous qi and excessive pathogenic factors involved increasing the amount of Sheng Shi in the Mah Xing Shi Gan Tang to 30 g; for patients with deficient righteous qi and excessive pathogenic factors, a combination of tonifying and purging therapies was employed, using Foping Tang or Six Gentlemen Tang, along with Anti-Cancer Five-Flavor Disinfection Drink (Bai Hua She Tie Cao, Ban Zhi Lian, Cao He Che, Donggua Zi, Xingren), integrating formulas based on timing, efficacy, and individual responses to achieve optimal results.

[Example 2] A 82-year-old female patient presented for consultation on June 8, 2012. Chief complaint: fever, hiccups, abdominal distension and pain, and bloody stools for more than a month. Current medical history: One month ago, the patient experienced abdominal distension and bloody stools, underwent relevant examinations, and was suspected of having colorectal cancer. Due to her advanced age, her family declined surgery and chemotherapy. Her inguinal lymph nodes were enlarged, the tongue was red with a yellowish, greasy coating, and the pulse was slippery and rapid. On June 2, 2012, lymph node biopsy pathology at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital showed: poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma. Western medical diagnosis: rectal cancer. TCM diagnosis: intestinal accumulation, with symptoms consistent with zangdu accumulation. Treatment focused on clearing heat and reducing fire, detoxifying and dispersing stasis. The patient was treated with Er Bai Yin and Anti-Cancer Five-Flavor Disinfection Drink with modifications. Prescription: Bai Hua She Tie Cao 30 g, Ban Zhi Lian 30 g, Cao He Che 15 g, Donggua Zi 15 g, Huai Hua 15 g, Shan Cigu 15 g, Bai Zhu 20 g, Erythrina 10 g, Niu Zhen Zi 15 g, Han Lian Cao 15 g, Sheng Yi Mi Ren 60 g, Danshen 15 g, Pu Gong Ying 15 g, Bajiang Cao 15 g, Sheng Huangqi 30 g, Fang Feng 12 g, Gancao 6 g. Take the decoction once daily. After two to four hours of administration, the patient’s stomach contents were drained via gastric tube, followed by a wash of the stomach with large Chengqi Tang and Huangtu Tang, with the medicinal liquid slowly infused through the gastric tube and then slowly dripped into the rectum via an anal catheter—both tubes working in tandem. After three doses, the fever subsided, and the hiccups, abdominal distension, abdominal pain, and stool volume decreased significantly. After five additional doses, the hiccups, abdominal distension, abdominal pain, and bloody stools were markedly reduced. The formula was adjusted to remove Anti-Cancer Five-Flavor Disinfection Drink, instead using Er Bai Yin, Small Chengqi, and Wuchui Compound. The treatment plan was: Bai Hua She Tie Cao 300 g, Ban Zhi Lian 300 g, Cao He Che 150 g, Donggua Zi 150 g, Huai Hua 150 g, Shan Cigu 150 g, Bai Zhu 200 g, Erythrina 100 g, Niu Zhen Zi 150 g, Yan Hu Suo 200 g, Da Huang 150 g, Ji Shi 100 g, Houpu 100 g, Danggui 100 g. Take the decoction once daily, after grinding the herbs into a powder, filtering them, and taking them orally, three times a day, 9 g each time, diluted with warm water. Three months later, the patient reported that the abdominal mass and inguinal lymph nodes had decreased in size, with no longer severe abdominal distension or bloody stools, only occasional abdominal pain, and she was still able to manage her daily activities.

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1. Once daily, 500 ml of 10% glucose solution with 2 g of vitamin C, 0.2 g of vitamin B6, and 10 ml of 10% potassium chloride solution, along with 4 units of insulin, administered via intravenous drip twice a week for 7 days of treatment. After the treatment period, liver area pain significantly alleviated; liver enlargement below the xiphoid process measured 2.0 cm, with a softer texture. However, fatigue and loss of appetite were observed. The treatment was then adjusted to include Chaihu Shugan San and Xiangsha Liujun Tang with modifications. The prescription consisted of: Chaihu 10 g, Bai Shao 10 g, Jushi 10 g, Gancao 6 g, Mu Xiang 3 g, Cao Kou 3 g, Dang Shen 10 g, Bai Zhu 10 g, Fu Ling 12 g, Ban Xia 6 g, San Ling 10 g, E Jiu 10 g, Gui Ban 10 g, Bi Jia 10 g, Qing Chen Pi each 6 g. The herbs were decocted into a single dose daily, taken in divided doses. After another 20 days of treatment, the patient’s diet and overall condition improved, and a CT scan at discharge revealed that the liver tumor had decreased in size by 1 cm × 1 cm. Liver function tests also returned to normal. Since then, the patient has continued traditional Chinese medicine treatment and remains alive today.

[Case 2] A 44-year-old male patient was diagnosed with primary liver cancer at a hospital in 2009. Following hepatic arterial interventional therapy, he experienced liver region pain, abdominal distension, poor appetite, fatigue, and weight loss one month post-surgery. A small amount of ascites was detected, with a red tongue coated with a thin, greasy coating, a wiry, slippery pulse, ALT at 133 μmol/L, AST at 98 μmol/L, and AFP at 200 ng/mL. The diagnosis was primary liver cancer. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) identified “flank pain” due to qi stagnation and blood deficiency, as well as spleen deficiency leading to impaired transport of Qi. Treatment focused on activating blood circulation, resolving stasis, regulating qi, and strengthening the spleen. Following hepatic arterial interventional therapy, the patient experienced abdominal distension, weight loss, and fatigue with poor appetite. Recognizing that liver disease often reflects issues originating in the spleen, it is essential to first strengthen the spleen. The initial treatment regimen included Xiangsha Liujun Tang with modifications: Mu Xiang 6 g, Sha Ren 6 g, Chen Pi 6 g, Ban Xia 6 g, Fu Ling 10 g, Gancao 6 g, Dang Shen 10 g, Shi 10 g, Huang Cui 10 g, Huang Lian 6 g, Gan Jiang 6 g, Jushi 10 g, Bai Shao 10 g, Sheng Longgu 15 g, Sheng Muli 15 g, Wuchui 15 g, Da Huang 6 g, Hou Pu 10 g. After seven doses of medication, the patient’s appetite improved, though he still experienced right upper quadrant pain and back distension. His symptoms were attributed to qi stagnation and blood stasis. The treatment plan was adjusted to include the “Gan Pan He Zheng Fang” with modifications: Chaihu 10 g, Jushi 10 g, Bai Shao 10 g, Zhi Gancao 6 g, Mu Xiang 6 g, Danshen 10 g, Cao Kou 6 g, Da Huang 10 g, Huang Cui 10 g, Huang Lian 6 g, Yuan Hu 10 g, Chuan Hua Zi 20 g, Zhi Ru Mo 6 g, Gan Jiang 6 g, Pu Gong.

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3. Summary

Professor Pei believed that the etiology and pathogenesis of primary liver cancer are complex, the disease is severe, and its progression is highly variable. Therefore, when treating patients, it is crucial to fully leverage the strengths of both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. First, in clinical diagnosis, we should fully utilize the advantages of advanced Western medical instruments, harnessing the expertise of Western medicine while employing molecular biology, imaging techniques, and histopathology to arrive at a clear clinical diagnosis and an accurate staging of the tumor. This provides a solid theoretical foundation for determining an appropriate treatment plan. Second, from a TCM perspective, Professor Pei believed that deficiency of righteous qi is the root cause of liver cancer. As stated in “Yizong Bi Du”: “When evil accumulates, righteous qi becomes insufficient, and then evil builds up.” Professor Pei viewed “deficiency of righteous qi” as encompassing modern medical concepts of immune dysfunction, which is a key factor in the onset and progression of all tumors. Thus, in general, liver cancer is characterized by liver qi stagnation, qi stagnation with blood stasis, and damp-heat accumulation—these are the external manifestations, while deficiency of righteous qi is the underlying cause. Treatment should focus on addressing both the symptoms and the root causes, adhering to the principle of tonifying the root and expelling the evil. Professor Pei developed the “Gan Pan He Zheng Fang” and “Liver Cancer No. 1 Formula,” which aim to regulate liver qi, resolve qi stagnation, clear heat and detoxify, and soften and dissolve masses to treat the external symptoms. The “Lanzhou Fang” supports the root and strengthens the body, inhibiting tumor growth from an immunological perspective. Furthermore, during surgical procedures, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and interventional treatments—both Western and traditional Chinese medicine—traditional Chinese medicine can be used to support the root and strengthen the body, reducing the side effects of chemotherapy and enhancing therapeutic efficacy. At the same time, traditional Chinese medicine possesses properties such as regulating liver qi, resolving blood stasis, and strengthening the spleen, which can work synergistically with Western medicine to enhance anti-tumor effects. Finally, most patients with advanced or late-stage primary liver cancer lose the opportunity for surgery. These patients often present with deficiency of righteous qi and excess of evil. As described in “Suwen: Zhi Zhen Yao Da Lun,” “For severe cases, follow the natural course; for mild cases, reverse the trend.” Therefore, in treatment, traditional Chinese medicine should be the primary approach, focusing on boosting the body’s immunity and improving overall health conditions, while combining Western medicine with low-dose chemotherapy to enhance clinical efficacy. This approach is also a distinctive feature and innovative aspect of Professor Pei’s treatment of primary liver cancer.

In conclusion, Professor Pei Zhengxue advocated for “Western diagnostic methods, TCM syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the mainstay, and Western medicine as a complementary treatment,” using a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine in the treatment of primary liver cancer. By integrating disease diagnosis with syndrome differentiation, balancing tonification with excretion, and emphasizing comprehensive therapies that target both the liver and the spleen, Professor Pei achieved remarkable clinical outcomes.

References [1] Liu Houchui, Primary Liver Cancer [M]. Beijing: People’s Medical Publishing House, 2010: 450. [2] Ma Xiaohong, Wang Xiaoqin, Ding Yanyue. Research Progress in Integrative Medicine for Primary Liver Cancer [J]. Journal of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine for Liver Disease. 2007, 17(3): 188–189. [3] Cai Jianqiang, Bi Xinyu. Individualized Comprehensive Treatment of Primary Liver Cancer [J]. Clinical Journal of Hepatology and Cholangitis, 201, 27(4): 20. [4] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue’s Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 200: 832–855. [5] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Pei Zhengxue’s Medical Experiences [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2009: 357.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collected Volume 2 Supplementary Guide for Integrative Medicine: Using a Combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine in the Treatment of Primary Liver Cancer By integrating disease diagnosis with syndrome differentiation, balancing tonification with excretion, and emphasizing comprehensive therapies targeting both the liver and the spleen, Professor Pei Zhengxue achieved significant clinical results.

Key References [1] Liu Houchui, Primary Liver Cancer [M]. Beijing: People’s Medical Publishing House, 2010: 450. [2] Ma Xiaohong, Wang Xiaoqin, Ding Yanyue. Research Progress in Integrative Medicine for Primary Liver Cancer [J]. Journal of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine for Liver Disease. 2007, 17(3): 188–189. [3] Cai Jianqiang, Bi Xinyu. Individualized Comprehensive Treatment of Primary Liver Cancer [J]. Clinical Journal of Hepatology and Cholangitis, 201, 27(4): 20. [4] Pei Zhengxue. Pei Zhengxue’s Medical Notes [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 200: 832–855. [5] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Pei Zhengxue’s Medical Experiences [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2009: 357.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Colon Cancer Huang Bangrong [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue is a chief physician at Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a doctoral supervisor, a nationally renowned veteran TCM practitioner, and a director of the China Association for Integrative Medicine. He is a renowned expert in integrated TCM and Western medicine in China. Born in 1938 into a family with three generations of medical tradition, Professor Pei Zhengxue pioneered the 16-character guiding principle of “Western diagnostic methods, TCM syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the mainstay, and Western medicine as a complement,” which he adopted as his guiding philosophy. Known for his expertise in treating difficult and complex diseases, Professor Pei Zhengxue gained fame throughout Gansu Province. Based on the classic theory that “the lungs and the intestines are in harmony,” Professor Pei Zhengxue employed formulas such as Xiangsha Liujun Tang, Huang Tu Tang, modified Fuzi Lizhong Tang, Chengqi Tang, Shaoyao Tang, Huanglian Xishe Tang, along with his own formulations like Foping Heji and Er Bai Yin, to treat colon cancer. His clinical practice was versatile and effective, yielding remarkable results.

[Keywords] Pei Zhengxue; TCM Practitioner; Colon Cancer; TCM Therapies; Clinical Experience; Foping Heji/Treatment Application; Er Bai Yin; Treatment Application

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a chief physician at Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a doctoral supervisor, a nationally renowned veteran TCM practitioner, and a director of the China Association for Integrative Medicine. Born in 1938 into a family with three generations of medical tradition, Professor Pei Zhengxue pioneered the 16-character guiding principle of “Western diagnostic methods, TCM syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the mainstay, and Western medicine as a complement.” Colon cancer includes both colorectal cancer and rectal cancer, and is a common malignant tumor. In traditional Chinese medicine, the clinical manifestations of conditions such as “Chang Qian,” “Chang Feng,” “Zang Du,” “Polyps,” and “Chang Pi” are quite similar to those of colon cancer. According to “Ling Shu ● Shui Zhang, Chapter 57,” “What is Chang Qian? Qi Bo said: ‘Cold energy resides outside the intestines, competing with the defensive qi; qi cannot circulate properly, and because of this, it becomes trapped, forming nodules that become embedded inside, causing evil qi to arise, and polyps to form. When they first appear, they are as large as chicken eggs, but grow larger over time; as they mature, they resemble the shape of a fetus. Over time, if pressed, they become firm; if pushed, they shift. Menstrual cycles…””

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I. Understanding the Etiology and Pathogenesis of Colon Cancer in Traditional Chinese Medicine Since the lungs and intestines are in harmony, the lungs govern the skin and hair, which are easily affected by wind. Wind enters the lungs through the skin and hair, then descends directly to the intestines. Therefore, when wind and heat combine, bloody stools become more frequent, and historians have referred to this condition as “intestinal wind with bloody stools,” also known as “intestinal wind.” Intestinal wind can originate from yang transforming into heat, or from yin transforming into cold—though the latter tends to be slow and gradual, while the former is quick and severe. If fire accumulates and turns toxic, it is called “zang du,” and the resulting condition is characterized by turbid blood in the stool, swelling and hardness in the anus and rectum, accompanied by pain radiating to the lower abdomen. Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that when cold energy resides in the intestinal cavity and competes with the defensive qi, yin and yang become blocked, leading to the formation of “polyps.” When yang is strong, heat arises; when yin is strong, cold prevails. When yang is dominant, blood may flow uncontrollably, causing bloody stools; when yin is dominant, cold may prevent blood from circulating properly, leading to bloody stools as well. II. Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment Methods (1) Intestinal Wind with Deficiency of Yang and Cold Symptoms include pale complexion, poor appetite, fatigue, bloody stools, occasional dull pain in the lower abdomen, alternating constipation and diarrhea, varying frequency depending on the case, a deep, fine pulse, a swollen, pale tongue with a thin white coating. Treatment focuses on strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi, warming the middle burner to stop bleeding. The formula used is Xiangsha Liujun Tang, Huang Tu Tang, and modified Fuzi Lizhong Tang. Prescription: Dang Shen 10 g, Bai Zhu 10 g, Fu Ling 12 g, Gancao 6 g, Gan Jiang 6 g, Fuzi 6 g, Huang Lian 3 g, Huang Qin 10 g, Huang Bai 10 g, Bai Zhu 10 g, A Jiao 10 g (dissolved in warm water), Hu Zhang 10 g, Pueraria 20 g, Fresh Job’s Tears 25 g, Four Red Dates 4, Mu Xiang 10 g. Adjustments: For patients experiencing nausea and vomiting, add 30 g of Sheng Dai Shi; for patients with severe abdominal pain, add 10 g of Yan Hu Suo and 10 g of Chuan Lian Zi. Take the decoction once daily. Suitable for early-stage colon cancer patients. (2) Intestinal Wind with Heat Symptoms include weight loss, exhaustion, anemia, fatigue, fever, discomfort in the lower abdomen, frequent bowel movements—3–4 times a day—with tenesmus, mucus-bloody stools or bloody stools, difficulty in defecation, a red tongue with a yellowish, greasy coating, a slippery, rapid, yet weak pulse. Treatment focuses on clearing heat and drying dampness, regulating qi and relieving pain. The formula used is Shaoyao Tang, Foping Tang, and modified Huanglian Xishe Tang. Prescription: Dang Shen 10 g, Cang Zhu 9 g, Zhi Ke 10 g, Huang Qin 10 g, Huang Lian 6 g, Hou Pu 10 g, Bin Lang 10 g, Fresh Astragalus 30 g, Mu Xiang 6 g, Chuan Xiong 6 g, Fresh…

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Job’s Tears 30 g, Chen Pi 10 g, Fang Feng 12 g, Gancao 6 g. Adjustments: For patients with poor appetite, add 9 g each of Jiao San Xian; for patients with severe abdominal pain, add 10 g of Yan Hu Suo and 10 g of Chuan Lian Zi; for patients experiencing extreme fatigue, add 30 g of Taizi Shen. Take the decoction once daily.

(3) Zang Du Accumulation Symptoms include abdominal fullness and a heavy sensation in the anus, palpable masses in the abdomen, patients already showing signs of malnutrition, difficulty in movement, abdominal pain and diarrhea, mucus-bloody stools or bloody stools, some patients experiencing unbearable abdominal distension and even intestinal obstruction; others suffer from persistent high fever; some patients exhibit enlarged lymph nodes throughout the body, enlarged liver, a red tongue with a yellowish, greasy coating, a slippery, rapid, yet hollow pulse. Treatment focuses on clearing heat and extinguishing fire, detoxifying and resolving blood stasis. The formula used is Er Bai Yin with modifications, Bai Hua She Tiao Cao Tang, and Anti-Cancer Five-Taste Disinfection Drink; Small Chengqi with modifications can also be used. Prescription: Bai Hua She Tiao Cao 30 g, Ban Zhi Lian 30 g, Cao He Che 15 g, Donggua Zi 15 g, Huai Hua 15 g, Shan Cigu 15 g, Bai Zhu 20 g, E Jiu 10 g, Nu Zhen Zi 15 g, Han Lian Cao 15 g, Fresh Job’s Tears 60 g, Danshen 15 g, Pueraria 15 g, Bajiang Cao 15 g, Zihua Di Ding 15 g, Wuchui 10 g, Sheng Hua 3 g. Take the decoction once daily. Patients in this type often have advanced colon cancer, frequently accompanied by metastasis to distant organs and lymph nodes.

III. Case Examples [Example 1] A 66-year-old male patient presented for consultation on December 12, 2011. Chief complaint: fever and constipation for one month. Current medical history: One year earlier, the patient experienced abdominal distension and difficulty in defecation, underwent relevant examinations, and was suspected of having colon cancer. He underwent surgery and received four cycles of chemotherapy, with stable condition. In the past month, the patient began experiencing fever, constipation, tenesmus, mucus-bloody stools, fatigue, poor appetite, insomnia, a red tongue with a yellowish, greasy coating, a slippery, rapid pulse. On October 9, 2010, pathology after surgery at Gansu Provincial People’s Hospital indicated: moderately to poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma. Western medical diagnosis: colon cancer. TCM diagnosis: intestinal accumulation, with symptoms consistent with intestinal wind with heat. Treatment focused on clearing heat and drying dampness, regulating qi and relieving pain. The patient was treated with Foping Tang with modifications, or Shaoyao Tang and modified Huanglian Xishe Tang. Prescription: Dang Shen 10 g, Cang Zhu 9 g, Zhi Ke 10 g, Huang Qin 10 g, Huang Lian 6 g, Hou Pu 10 g, Bin Lang 10 g, Fresh Gypsum 15 g, Fo Shou 10 g, Chuan Xiong 6 g, Xing Ren 10 g, Fresh Job’s Tears 30 g, Chen Pi 10 g, Astragalus 30 g, Fang Feng 12 g, Gancao 6 g. Take the decoction once daily. After five doses, the patient’s constipation and tenesmus improved significantly, and the mucus-bloody stools were noticeably relieved. However, the patient still felt fatigued, had poor appetite, suffered from insomnia, and his tongue was red with a thin white coating, his pulse was weak. Up

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As Professor Pei said, “When there is a tumor, there is always an infection—this is how fever develops.” [1] This view aligns perfectly with modern theories of tumor inflammation. Based on the principle of “the lungs and the intestines being in harmony,” treatment for patients with deficient righteous qi and excessive evil qi involved increasing the dosage of gypsum to 30 g in the Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang; for patients with deficiency of righteous qi and excess of evil qi, a combined approach of tonification and supplementation was used, often employing Foping Tang or Six Junzi Tang, along with Anti-Cancer Five-Taste Disinfection Drink (Bai Hua She Tiao Cao, Ban Zhi Lian, Cao He Che, Donggua Zi, Wuchui), combining clinical experience, timing, and trial-and-error approaches to achieve effective results.

[Example 2] A 82-year-old female patient was admitted for treatment on June 8, 2012. Chief complaint: fever, hiccups, abdominal distension and pain, and bloody stools for more than a month. Current medical history: One month earlier, the patient experienced abdominal distension and bloody stools, underwent relevant examinations, and was suspected of having colon cancer. Due to her advanced age, her family declined surgery and chemotherapy. Her inguinal lymph nodes were enlarged, her tongue was red with a yellowish, greasy coating, and her pulse was slippery and rapid. On June 2, 2012, pathology from a lymph node biopsy at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital indicated: poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma. Western medical diagnosis: rectal cancer. TCM diagnosis: intestinal accumulation, with symptoms consistent with zang du accumulation. Treatment focused on clearing heat and extinguishing fire, detoxifying and resolving blood stasis. The patient was treated with Er Bai Yin and Anti-Cancer Five-Taste Disinfection Drink with modifications. Prescription: Bai Hua She Tiao Cao 30 g, Ban Zhi Lian 30 g, Cao He Che 15 g, Donggua Zi 15 g, Huai Hua 15 g, Shan Cigu 15 g, Bai Zhu 20 g, E Jiu 10 g, Nu Zhen Zi 15 g, Han Lian Cao 15 g, Fresh Job’s Tears 60 g, Danshen 15 g, Pueraria 15 g, Bajiang Cao 15 g, Zihua Di Ding 15 g, Wuchui 10 g. The herbs were decocted into a single dose, infused via gastric tube. After 2–4 hours of infusion, the gastric contents were drained through the gastric tube, followed by a cleansing rinse with a large Chengqi Tang and Huang Tu Tang, with the medicinal liquid slowly dripped through the gastric tube and then slowly infused through the anus, using dual tubes. After three doses, the fever subsided, and the hiccups, abdominal distension, abdominal pain, and bowel movements improved significantly. After five additional doses, the hiccups, abdominal distension, abdominal pain, and bloody stools were markedly reduced. The formula was modified by removing Anti-Cancer Five-Taste Disinfection Drink, instead using Er Bai Yin, Small Chengqi, and Wuchui, combining the three formulas into one treatment plan: Bai Hua She Tiao Cao 300 g, Ban Zhi Lian 300 g, Cao He Che 150 g, Donggua Zi 150 g, Huai Hua 150 g, Shan Cigu 150 g, Bai Zhu 200 g, E Jiu 100 g, Nu Zhen Zi

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[Case 2] A 44-year-old male patient was diagnosed with primary liver cancer at a hospital in 2009. Following hepatic arterial embolization therapy, he experienced liver region pain, abdominal distension, poor appetite, fatigue, and weight loss post-surgery. A small amount of ascites was detected, with a red tongue coated with a thin, greasy coating, a wiry, tense pulse, ALT at 133 μmol/L, AST at 98 μmol/L, and AFP at 200 ng/mL. The diagnosis was primary liver cancer. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) identified his condition as “flank pain,” due to qi stagnation and blood deficiency, with spleen deficiency leading to impaired transport of Qi. Treatment focused on activating blood circulation, resolving stasis, and regulating qi while strengthening the spleen. Following hepatic arterial embolization, the patient experienced abdominal distension, weight loss, and fatigue with poor appetite. Recognizing that liver disease often reflects issues originating in the spleen, it is essential to first strengthen the spleen. The initial treatment regimen included Xiangsha Liujun Tang with modifications: Mu Xiang 6 g, Sha Ren 6 g, Chen Pi 6 g, Ban Xia 6 g, Fu Ling 10 g, Gancao 6 g, Dang Shen 10 g, Shi 10 g, Huang Cui 10 g, Huang Lian 6 g, Gan Jiang 6 g, Jushi 10 g, Bai Shao 10 g, Sheng Longgu 15 g, Sheng Muli 15 g, Wuchui 15 g, Da Huang 6 g, Hou Pu 10 g. After seven doses of medication, the patient’s appetite improved, though he still experienced right upper quadrant pain and back distension. His condition was characterized by qi stagnation and blood stasis. The treatment plan was adjusted to include the “Chaihu Shugan San” formula with modifications: Chaihu 10 g, Jushi 10 g, Bai Shao 10 g, Zhi Gancao 6 g, Mu Xiang 6 g, Danshen 10 g, Cao Kou 6 g, Da Huang 10 g, Huang Cui 10 g, Huang Lian 6 g, Yuan Hu 10 g, Chuan Hua Zi 20 g, Zhi Ru Mo 6 g, Gan Jiang 6 g, Pu Gong.

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3. Summary

Professor Pei believed that the etiology and pathogenesis of primary liver cancer are complex, the disease is severe, and its progression is highly variable. Therefore, when treating patients, it is crucial to fully leverage the strengths of both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. First, in clinical diagnosis, we should fully utilize the advantages of advanced Western medical instruments and harness the expertise of Western medicine, employing molecular biology, imaging techniques, and histopathology to arrive at a clear clinical diagnosis and an accurate staging of the tumor. This provides a solid theoretical foundation for determining an appropriate treatment plan. Second, from a TCM perspective, Professor Pei believed that deficiency of righteous qi is the root cause of liver cancer. As stated in “Yizong Bi Du”: “When evil accumulates, righteous qi becomes insufficient, and then evil builds up.” Professor Pei viewed “deficiency of righteous qi” as encompassing modern medical concepts of immune dysfunction—a key factor in the onset and progression of all tumors. Thus, in general, liver cancer is associated with liver qi stagnation, qi stagnation and blood stasis, and damp-heat accumulation as the external manifestations, while deficiency of righteous qi is the underlying cause. Treatment should focus on addressing both the symptoms and the root causes, adhering to the principle of nurturing the body’s vital energy while eliminating harmful factors. Professor Pei developed the “Chaihu Shugan San” formula and the “Liver Cancer No. 1 Formula,” which aim to regulate liver qi, resolve qi stagnation, clear heat and detoxify, and soften and dissolve masses to treat the external manifestations. The “Lanzhou Formula,” meanwhile, focuses on nourishing the body’s vital energy and reinforcing the fundamental principles, thereby suppressing tumor growth from an immunological perspective. Furthermore, during surgical procedures, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and interventional treatments—both Western and traditional Chinese medicine—traditional Chinese medicine can be used to support the body’s vital energy, strengthen the body’s defenses, reduce the side effects of chemotherapy, and enhance therapeutic efficacy. At the same time, traditional Chinese medicine possesses properties such as regulating liver qi, resolving blood stasis, and strengthening the spleen, which can work synergistically with Western medicine to enhance anti-tumor effects. Finally, most patients with advanced or late-stage primary liver cancer lose the opportunity for surgery. These patients often present with deficiency of righteous qi and excess of evil, as described in “Suwen: Zhi Zhen Yao Da Lun”: “For severe cases, follow the natural course; for mild cases, reverse the trend.” Therefore, in treatment, traditional Chinese medicine should be the primary approach, focusing on boosting the body’s immunity and improving overall health conditions, while combining Western medicine with low-dose chemotherapy to enhance clinical efficacy. This approach is also a distinctive feature and innovative aspect of Professor Pei’s treatment of primary liver cancer.

In conclusion, Professor Pei Zhengxue advocated for “Western diagnostic methods, TCM-based syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the mainstay, and Western medicine as a complementary treatment,” using a combination of both approaches to treat primary liver cancer. By integrating Western and TCM therapies, he emphasized the importance of diagnosing diseases based on both clinical presentation and syndrome differentiation, balancing the nurturing of righteous qi with the elimination of harmful factors, and prioritizing comprehensive treatments that focus on regulating the liver and spleen. These approaches have yielded remarkable clinical outcomes.

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Keywords: Pei Zhengxue; TCM Physician; Colon Cancer; TCM Therapies; Clinical Experience; Fuping Compound/Therapeutic Applications; Er Bai Yin; Therapeutic Applications

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a chief physician at the Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a doctoral supervisor, a nationally renowned veteran TCM practitioner, and a director of the China Association for Integrative Medicine. He was born in 1938 into a family with three generations of medical tradition and pioneered the 16-character guiding principle of “Western diagnostic methods, TCM syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the mainstay, and Western medicine as a complement.” Guided by this principle, Professor Pei Zhengxue became renowned throughout Gansu Province for his skillful treatment of difficult and complex cases. Based on the classic theory that “the lung and the large intestine are in harmony,” Professor Pei Zhengxue employed formulas such as Xiangsha Liujun Tang, Huang Tu Tang, modified Fuzi Lizhong Tang, Chengqi Tang, Shaoyao Tang, Huanglian Xishe Tang, along with his own self-developed Fuping Compound and Er Bai Yin, to treat colon cancer. His clinical practice was versatile and effective, yielding significant results.

[Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue is a chief physician at the Gansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a doctoral supervisor, a nationally renowned veteran TCM practitioner, and a director of the China Association for Integrative Medicine. He was born in 1938 into a family with three generations of medical tradition and pioneered the 16-character guiding principle of “Western diagnostic methods, TCM syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the mainstay, and Western medicine as a complement.” Professor Pei Zhengxue’s treatment of colon cancer, including both colorectal cancer and rectal cancer, is a common malignant tumor. In traditional Chinese medicine, the clinical manifestations of conditions such as “Chang Qian,” “Chang Feng,” “Zang Du,” “Polyps,” and “Chang Pi” are quite similar to those of colon cancer. According to “Ling Shu ● Shui Zhang No. 57,” “What is Chang Qian? Qi Bo said: ‘Cold qi resides outside the intestines, competing with the defensive qi; qi cannot circulate properly, and because of this, it becomes trapped, forming a mass that becomes embedded inside, causing evil qi to arise, and polyps to form.’ When they first appear, they are as large as a chicken egg, but grow larger over time; as they mature, they resemble a fetus in the womb. Over time, they become firm to the touch and move easily when pushed—but not when pulled.” Today, this is precisely the stage when the disease manifests itself.” Below, we present Professor Pei Zhengxue’s experience in treating colon cancer, for reference by fellow practitioners.

1. Understanding the Etiology and Pathogenesis of Colon Cancer in TCM Because the lung and the large intestine are in harmony, the lung governs the skin and hair, which are easily affected by wind. Wind enters the lung through the skin and hair, then descends directly to the large intestine. Thus, when wind and fire combine, bloody stools become more frequent, and this condition has been referred to throughout history as “Chang Feng with Bloody Stools,” also known as “Chang Feng.” Chang Feng can manifest as heat generated from yang energy, or as cold arising from yin energy—either way, the process is slow and gradual, while the other is quick and abrupt. If fire accumulates and turns toxic, it is called “Zang Du,” a condition where the disease manifests as “zang du,” characterized by turbid stools, swelling and hardness in the anus and rectum, and painful bowel movements that radiate to the lower abdomen. In TCM, when cold qi resides in the intestinal cavity and competes with the defensive qi, yin and yang become locked, leading to the formation of “polyps.” When yang energy is excessive, heat arises; when yin energy is abundant, cold takes hold. When yang energy is too strong, it may cause blood to flow abnormally, leading to bloody stools; when cold energy is dominant, qi fails to regulate blood flow, resulting in bloody stools.
2. Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment Principles (1) Chang Feng with Deficiency of Cold Symptoms include yellowish complexion, poor appetite, fatigue, bloody stools, occasional dull pain in the lower abdomen, alternating constipation and diarrhea, varying frequency depending on the case, a deep, fine pulse, a pale, plump tongue with a thin white coating. Treatment focuses on strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi while warming the middle burner to stop bleeding. The formula includes Xiangsha Liujun Tang, Huang Tu Tang, and modified Fuzi Lizhong Tang. Prescription: Dang Shen 10 g, Bai Zhu 10 g, Fu Ling 12 g, Gancao 6 g, Gan Jiang 6 g, Fuzi 6 g, Huang Lian 3 g, Huang Qin 10 g, Huang Bai 10 g, Bai Zhu 10 g, A Jiao 10 g (dissolved in warm water), Huo Zhang 10 g, Pueraria 20 g, Fresh Job’s Tears 25 g, Red Dates 4 pieces, Mu Xiang 10 g. Adjustments: For patients experiencing nausea and vomiting, add 30 g of Sheng Dai Shi; for patients with severe abdominal pain, add 10 g of Yan Hu Suo and 10 g of Chuan Lian Zi. Take the decoction once daily. This formula is suitable for patients with early-stage colon cancer. (2) Chang Feng with Heat Symptoms include weight loss, exhaustion, anemia, fatigue, fever, discomfort in the lower abdomen, frequent bowel movements—3–4 times a day—with tenesmus, mucus-bloody stools or bloody stools, difficulty passing stool, a red tongue with a yellowish, greasy coating, a slippery, rapid pulse. Treatment focuses on clearing heat and drying dampness while regulating qi and relieving pain. The formula includes Shaoyao Tang, Fuping Tang, and modified Huanglian Xishe Tang. Prescription: Dang Shen 10 g, Cang Zhu 9 g, Zhi Ke 10 g, Huang Qin 10 g, Huang Lian 6 g, Hou Pu 10 g, Bin Lang 10 g, Fresh Astragalus 30 g, Mu Xiang 6 g, Chuan Xiong 6 g, Fresh…

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Huo Zhang 30 g, Chen Pi 10 g, Fang Feng 12 g, Gancao 6 g. Adjustments: For patients with poor appetite, add 9 g each of Sheng Dai Shi and Jiao San Xian; for patients with severe abdominal pain, add 10 g of Yan Hu Suo and 10 g of Chuan Lian Zi; for patients with extreme fatigue, add 30 g of Taizi Shen. Take the decoction once daily.

(3) Zang Du Accumulation Symptoms include abdominal fullness and a heavy sensation in the anus, palpable masses in the abdomen, patients already exhibiting malnutrition, difficulty moving, abdominal pain and diarrhea, mucus-bloody stools or bloody stools, some patients experiencing unbearable abdominal distension and even intestinal obstruction; others suffer from persistent high fever; some patients exhibit enlarged lymph nodes throughout the body, liver enlargement, a red tongue with a yellowish, greasy coating, a slippery, rapid pulse. Treatment focuses on clearing heat and reducing fire, detoxifying and resolving blood stasis. The formula includes Er Bai Yin with modifications, Bai Hua She Tie Cao Tang, and Anti-Cancer Five-Taste Disinfection Drink; Small Cheng Qi with modifications can also be used. Prescription: Bai Hua She Tie Cao 30 g, Ban Zhi Lian 30 g, Cao He Che 15 g, Donggua Zi 15 g, Huai Hua 15 g, Shan Cigu 15 g, Bai Zhu 20 g, E Jiu 10 g, Nu Zhen Zi 15 g, Han Lian Cao 15 g, Fresh Job’s Tears 60 g, Danshen 15 g, Pueraria 15 g, Bajiang Cao 15 g, Zihua Di Ding 15 g, Wuchui 10 g, Water Leech 3 g. Take the decoction once daily. Patients with this type of condition are often in the late stages of colon cancer, frequently accompanied by metastasis to distant organs and lymph nodes.

3. Case Examples [Example 1] A 66-year-old male patient presented for consultation on December 12, 2011. Chief complaint: Fever and difficulty passing stool for one month. Current medical history: One year ago, the patient experienced abdominal distension and difficulty passing stool, underwent relevant examinations, and was suspected of having colon cancer. He underwent surgery, followed by four cycles of chemotherapy, and his condition remained stable. Over the past month, the patient began experiencing fever, difficulty passing stool, tenesmus, mucus-bloody stools, fatigue, poor appetite, insomnia, a red tongue with a yellowish, greasy coating, a slippery, rapid pulse. On October 9, 2010, pathology reports from the Gansu Provincial People’s Hospital indicated: moderately to poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma. Western medical diagnosis: Colon cancer. TCM diagnosis: Intestinal accumulation, characterized by Chang Feng with Heat. Treatment focused on clearing heat and drying dampness while regulating qi and relieving pain. The patient was treated with Fuping Tang with modifications, or with Shaoyao Tang and modified Huanglian Xishe Tang. Prescription: Dang Shen 10 g, Cang Zhu 9 g, Zhi Ke 10 g, Huang Qin 10 g, Huang Lian 6 g, Hou Pu 10 g, Bin Lang 10 g, Fresh Gypsum 15 g, Fo Shou 10 g, Chuan Xiong 6 g, Xing Ren 10 g, Fresh Job’s Tears 30 g, Chen Pi 10 g, Astragalus 30 g, Fang Feng 12 g, Gancao 6 g. Take the decoction once daily. After five doses, the patient’s bowel movements improved significantly, with relief from tenesmus and mucus-bloody stools, though he still felt fatigued, had poor appetite, suffered from insomnia, and his tongue was red with a thin white coating, his pulse was weak. Up

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As Professor Pei once said: “Whenever there is a tumor, there is always an infection—this is how fever develops.” [1] This view aligns perfectly with modern theories of tumor inflammation. Based on the principle that “the lung and the large intestine are in harmony,” treatment for patients whose righteous qi is not deficient but whose evil qi is relatively strong involves increasing the dosage of gypsum in Mah Xing Shi Gan Tang to 30 g; for patients whose righteous qi is deficient but whose evil qi is abundant, treatment combines both tonification and purgation, often employing Fuping Tang or Six Gentlemen Tang, combined with Anti-Cancer Five-Taste Disinfection Drink (Bai Hua She Tie Cao, Ban Zhi Lian, Cao He Che, Donggua Zi, Wuchui), and utilizing combinations of formulas, timing, and clinical experience to achieve effective results.

[Example 2] A 82-year-old female patient presented for consultation on June 8, 2012. Chief complaint: Fever, hiccups, abdominal distension and pain, and bloody stools for more than a month. Current medical history: One month ago, the patient experienced abdominal distension and bloody stools, underwent relevant examinations, and was suspected of having colon cancer. Due to the patient’s advanced age, her family declined surgery and chemotherapy. Her inguinal lymph nodes were enlarged, her tongue was red with a yellowish, greasy coating, and her pulse was slippery and rapid. On June 2, 2012, a lymph node biopsy at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital revealed: poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma. Western medical diagnosis: Rectal cancer. TCM diagnosis: Intestinal accumulation, characterized by Zang Du accumulation. Treatment focused on clearing heat and reducing fire, detoxifying and resolving blood stasis. The patient was treated with Er Bai Yin and Anti-Cancer Five-Taste Disinfection Drink with modifications. Prescription: Bai Hua She Tie Cao 30 g, Ban Zhi Lian 30 g, Cao He Che 15 g, Donggua Zi 15 g, Huai Hua 15 g, Shan Cigu 15 g, Bai Zhu 20 g, E Jiu 10 g, Nu Zhen Zi 15 g, Han Lian Cao 15 g, Fresh Job’s Tears 60 g, Danshen 15 g, Pueraria 15 g, Bajiang Cao 15 g, Zihua Di Ding 15 g, Wuchui 10 g. The herbs were decocted into a single dose, infused via gastric tube. After 2–4 hours of infusion, the gastric contents were aspirated through the gastric tube, and after gastric lavage, the patient was given a large purgative, Huang Tu Tang with modifications, and the medicinal liquid was slowly infused via gastric tube, then slowly dripped through the anus. Both tubes were used simultaneously. After three doses, the fever subsided, and the hiccups, unbearable abdominal distension, abdominal pain, and bowel movements improved significantly. After five additional doses, the hiccups, abdominal distension, abdominal pain, and bloody stools were noticeably reduced. The formula was adjusted by removing Anti-Cancer Five-Taste Disinfection Drink, replacing it with Er Bai Yin, Small Purge, and Wuchui Compound. The treatment plan was: Bai Hua She Tie Cao 300 g, Ban Zhi Lian 300 g, Cao He Che 150 g, Donggua Zi 150 g, Huai Hua 150 g, Shan Cigu 150 g, Bai Zhu 200 g, E Jiu 100 g, Chuan Hua Zi 200 g, Yu Jin 150 g, Yan Hu Suo 200 g, Da Huang 150 g, Ji Shi 100 g, Hou Pu 100 g, Dang Shen 100 g, Tan Xiang 100 g, Shen Xiang 100 g, Da Huang 100 g, Ji Shi 100 g, Hou Pu 100 g, and the herbs were ground to a powder, mixed 10 times, sieved, and taken orally, three times daily, 9 g each time, diluted with warm water. Three months later, the patient reported that the abdominal mass and inguinal lymph nodes had decreased in size, with no longer unbearable abdominal distension or bloody stools, only occasional abdominal pain, and the patient was still able to manage daily activities.

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In the course of colorectal cancer, intestinal obstruction is a common complication. For incomplete obstructions, Professor Pei Zhengxue often uses Da Cheng Qi Tang as a basic formula, employing syndrome differentiation and treatment, and employs modified formulas combining Wu Chuan with other herbs to promote bowel movement and reduce upward pressure [2]. In cases of complete obstruction, it is essential to use a gastric tube to aspirate gastric contents, then flush the stomach before administering Da Cheng Qi Tang as a basic formula for syndrome differentiation and treatment. The medicinal solution can be slowly dripped into the stomach via the gastric tube, or administered via an enema through the anus in a slow drip; both methods should be employed simultaneously. When necessary, gastrointestinal tubes may be left in place for gastrointestinal decompression. However, special attention should be paid to the cautious use of medications in cases of ulcerative tumors.

4. Summary

Professor Pei often said: “In the treatment of tumors, traditional Chinese medicine requires perseverance; strengthening the body’s fundamental forces and consolidating its roots are the basic principles for treating malignant tumors [3].” Even in cases of severe illness or emergency situations, it is still advisable to actively employ effective Western medical and pharmaceutical treatments, adopting a combined approach of TCM and Western medicine—“treat the symptoms when they are acute, address the root causes when they are chronic,” so as not to delay treatment. A comprehensive understanding and application of TCM’s principle of “when the condition is severe, treat the symptoms; when it is mild, treat the root cause” is a fundamental principle for tumor treatment.

References:

[1] Pei Zhengxue ● Collection of Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M] ● Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003

[2] Pei Zhengxue ● Medical Notes of Pei Zhengxue [M] ● Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008

[3] Wang Ning ● Preliminary Exploration of Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Academic Thoughts on the Treatment of Malignant Tumors [J] ● Gansu Medical Journal, 2008, 27(3):63–64

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collected Volume II Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Gastric Cancer Qi Xueting [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue proposed the sixteen-character principle of “Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach,” which serves as a guiding philosophy. By combining disease identification with syndrome differentiation, while focusing on both strengthening the body’s fundamental forces and eliminating harmful toxins, we can fully leverage the strengths of both TCM and Western medicine, emphasizing the body’s self-regulatory capabilities, alleviating patient pain, improving quality of life, and compensating for the shortcomings of purely Western medical treatments for this condition, resulting in satisfactory therapeutic outcomes. [Keywords] Gastric Tumors; Professor Pei Zhengxue; Clinical Experience Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in the integration of TCM and Western medicine, a doctoral supervisor, and has published numerous medical works. He also proposed the sixteen-character principle of “Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach.” Professor Pei has been engaged in research on the integrated prevention and treatment of tumors using both TCM and Western medicine for more than 40 years, accumulating extensive clinical experience. I had the privilege of studying under him, and now I would like to summarize Professor Pei’s experience in treating gastric cancer as follows.

1. The root cause lies in spleen and stomach deficiency, while the external pathogenic factors lead to accumulation of evil toxins. Gastric cancer ranks first among malignant tumors of the digestive tract and poses a serious threat to human health. While TCM does not have a specific term for “gastric cancer,” its symptoms can be categorized under conditions such as “stomach pain,” “nausea,” “gastroesophageal reflux,” or “accumulation” [1]. Professor Pei believed that the causes of gastric cancer are primarily external and internal factors. As early as the “Ling Shu: Nine Needles Theory,” it was stated: “During the four seasons and eight winds, if they invade the meridians, they can lead to tumor formation.” This means that exposure to external wind pathogens and toxins is an external cause; internal causes include: ① immoderate diet—according to the “Health Treasure Guide,” “When people’s spleen and stomach are weak, or they overeat, or they favor raw and cold foods, their normal functions are disrupted, leading to accumulation and blockage.” ② emotional imbalance—according to the “Su Wen: Discussion on Pain,” “All diseases arise from qi.” When qi circulation is blocked and qi stagnates, blood stasis occurs.

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Stagnation of blood, phlegm, food, and various pathogenic factors accumulate to form cancer. ③ Weakness of the spleen and stomach serves as the underlying foundation; as the saying goes, “When evil accumulates, qi will inevitably become deficient.” When the spleen and stomach qi are weak, qi circulation becomes unbalanced, the stomach fails to properly digest food, the spleen loses its ability to transform and transport, water and dampness stagnate internally. Over time, qi stagnation, phlegm accumulation, blood stasis, and heat-toxin syndromes emerge, damaging the body’s vital energy. As qi becomes increasingly deficient, toxic energies grow stronger, making the condition complex—characterized primarily by qi stagnation, blood stasis, dampness, and heat-toxin accumulation.

2. Integration of TCM and Western Medicine

The complementary relationship between TCM and Western medicine—“Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach”—is the sixteen-character principle proposed by Professor Pei. Professor Pei believed that combining disease identification with syndrome differentiation allows us to draw upon the strengths of both TCM and Western medicine. For gastric cancer, it is crucial to first confirm the diagnosis through clinical examinations such as gastroscopy, imaging studies, and pathology. Only then can we accurately identify the core issues of the disease. At this stage, diagnosing spleen and stomach deficiency, gastric heat and blood stasis, or qi-yin deficiency becomes even more precise. Using methods such as tonifying qi and the stomach, clearing heat and nourishing yin, and regulating qi and strengthening the spleen yields particularly effective results. In terms of treatment, for early and mid-stage gastric cancer, surgery is the primary approach. Patients in good general condition may benefit from low-dose chemotherapy, though this can lead to bone marrow suppression and nausea, affecting the spleen and stomach qi. Taking herbal medicine can help protect the qi, enhance vital energy, reduce the side effects of chemotherapy, and improve the efficacy of chemotherapy, demonstrating the complementary nature of TCM and Western medicine in treatment. Professor Pei’s treatment of gastric cancer includes the following four key approaches: First, treat the symptoms when they are acute. Professor Pei adhered to the principle of “treat the symptoms when they are acute, address the root causes when they are chronic,” because although spleen and stomach deficiency are the root cause of gastric cancer, during different stages, the presence of harmful toxins can also become the primary issue. For patients who experience pain in the flank area, he used a modified version of the “Bile and Pancreas Combination Formula” [2]. Professor Pei often said, “Cancer and inflammation often go hand in hand,” so he first treated bile and pancreatic inflammation; for patients experiencing severe pain, he used modified versions of the “Wumei Pill,” among others. Yet, while “treat the symptoms when they are acute,” Professor Pei also did not forget to strengthen the body’s vital energy, frequently incorporating the “Lanzhou Formula” [3] to enhance the body’s resistance to disease. Second, reduce the side effects of chemotherapy. Professor Pei believed that although chemotherapy cannot cure gastric cancer, it can kill and inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells, offering advantages that Western medicine lacks. Chemotherapy can lower the patient’s immune function and cause gastrointestinal reactions. Professor Pei believed that the effects of herbal medicine on chemotherapy include early prevention and late-stage treatment of chemotherapy side effects, as well as enhancing the efficacy of chemotherapy. Therefore, the complementary relationship between herbal medicine that strengthens the body’s fundamental forces and Western medicine’s chemotherapy became an effective model for treating gastric cancer. Professor Pei typically used tonifying the spleen, strengthening qi, and nourishing yin remedies before and after chemotherapy to adjust his prescriptions. Third, maintain the internal environment of the tumor and prevent metastasis and spread—this is another distinctive feature of Professor Pei’s treatment of gastric cancer. For early-stage gastric cancer, surgical treatment is often used, but most patients are diagnosed at an advanced stage, where surgically removing the tumor or eliminating tumor cells becomes challenging. Professor Pei believed that for patients who cannot undergo surgery, allowing them to “live with the tumor” can help enhance vital energy and bring the tumor and the body into a state of balance between yin and yang, thereby preventing metastasis and spreading, ultimately improving the patient’s quality of life. Fourth, treat precancerous lesions. Precancerous lesions of gastric cancer include chronic atrophic gastritis and intestinal metaplasia. Herbal medicine can effectively block the development of precancerous lesions, reversing these lesions. When treating patients, Professor Pei used tonifying the spleen, strengthening qi, activating blood circulation to remove stasis, and detoxifying to resolve nodules—using syndrome differentiation to tailor treatment, which often yielded excellent results by addressing the root cause of the disease. 3. Selection of Classic Prescriptions and Flexible Medicinal Choices After more than 40 years of clinical experience, Professor Pei compiled the “Gastric Cancer Formula No. 1” and “Gastric Cancer Formula No. 2” [3], which proved highly effective in treating this condition, especially for those with damp-heat accumulation in the middle burner and accompanying pain symptoms. The formula contains Wumei Pill, along with Turmeric, Salvia miltiorrhiza, White Peony, Pinellia, Coix Seed, Poria, Citrus Aurantium, Ligusticum chuanxiong, Acorus tatarinowii, Amomum villosum, Cardamom, Fritillaria cirrhosa, and Sea Algae. Professor Pei chose Zhongjing’s Wumei Pill to treat this condition—a formula never used by predecessors. Wumei Pill is a formula from the “Shanghan Lun” used to treat Jueyin diseases, containing Wumei, Dried Ginger, Coptis chinensis, Sichuan Pepper, and Pinellia. Professor Pei said: “In this formula, Wumei enhances the sour taste and soothes the stomach; Coptis chinensis clears heat and dissipates dampness; Acorus tatarinowii, Dried Ginger, and Sichuan Pepper dispel cold and warm the middle burner; Pinellia dries dampness and resolves nodules—these ingredients are essential for treating cold-heat conflicts; Thickened Ginger, Citrus Aurantium, Poria, and Coix Seed promote qi flow and dry dampness; Ligusticum chuanxiong, Coptis chinensis, Acorus tatarinowii, and Cardamom relieve qi and stop pain; Salvia miltiorrhiza and Coptis chinensis activate blood circulation and resolve stasis; Sea Algae soften and dissolve nodules.” This formula represents one of Professor Pei’s major innovations. For example, when patients were treated with the “Lanzhou Formula” to suppress tumor growth and alleviate chemotherapy side effects, those with poor appetite could add Fragrant Sand Six Herbs; for patients with ascites, the addition of Large Belly Skin, Gourd Skin, and Plantain Seeds was beneficial. Professor Pei emphasized the importance of balancing the strengthening of the body’s fundamental forces with the elimination of harmful toxins, focusing on the body’s self-regulatory capabilities—thus reducing patient pain and improving quality of life, compensating for the shortcomings of Western medical treatments for this condition. 4. Typical Cases Li, male, 65 years old. On December 1, 2011, he presented with upper abdominal distension, epigastric fullness, and loss of appetite for more than one month. A gastroscopy at a certain hospital confirmed gastric cancer, with pathology showing moderately differentiated adenocarcinoma. On January 13, 2012, the patient underwent radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer. After surgery, he received anti-infection treatment and supportive care, but no radiotherapy or chemotherapy was performed. He requested to take herbal medicine, and thus came to Professor Pei’s outpatient clinic for consultation. Physical examination revealed a thin physique, epigastric distension below the xiphoid process, a red tongue with yellow coating, a wiry pulse on the radial artery and a weak pulse on the ulnar artery. Professor Pei’s initial prescription included: 4 Wumei berries, 6g of Coptis chinensis, 6g of Sichuan Pepper, 6g of Dried Ginger, 6g of Pinellia, 6g of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 15g of White Peony, 10g of Thickened Ginger, 10g of Citrus Aurantium, 10g of Fritillaria cirrhosa, 30g of Coix Seed, 10g of Ligusticum chuanxiong, 20g of Coptis chinensis, 10g each of Acorus tatarinowii, Fritillaria cirrhosa, and Salvia miltiorrhiza, 20g of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 6g of Cardamom, 6g of Acorus tatarinowii, 10g of Sea Algae, 15g of Sea Algae, to be taken in decoction form, once daily, after breakfast and dinner. Professor Pei instructed him to continue taking Pei’s Blood-Rising Granules for a long period. On February 15, upon follow-up visit, the patient reported that after 15 doses of the formula, his upper abdominal distension and discomfort had eased, his appetite improved, and he was scheduled to undergo chemotherapy. Professor Pei’s prescription included modifications to the “Lanzhou Formula,” namely 15g of North Sand Ginseng, 15g of Prince Ginseng, 15g of Ginseng Root, 15g of Codonopsis, 10g of Cinnamon Twig, 30g of Wheat Grass, 10g of Ophiopogon, 3g of Five Flavors, 10g of Ligusticum chuanxiong, 20g of Coptis chinensis, 10g each of Acorus tatarinowii and Fritillaria cirrhosa, 20g of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 6g of Cardamom, 6g of Acorus tatarinowii, 10g of Sea Algae, 15g of Sea Algae, advising him to continue taking the formula during chemotherapy to alleviate chemotherapy side effects. On February 30, during the third visit, the patient reported that after 15 doses of the formula, there was no significant discomfort in his epigastric region, his spirits were better than before, though he still experienced nausea. He added 10g of Spinulaceae Flower, 15g of Hematite, and advised him to continue taking the formula once daily. Since then, the patient has experienced no significant discomfort during chemotherapy cycles, maintaining good general condition. A CT scan showed no recurrence or metastasis. To prevent recurrence, Professor Pei advised him to continue taking herbal medicine and Pei’s Blood-Rising Granules to enhance his body’s vital energy. 5. Discussion

Professor Pei has practiced medicine for more than 50 years, treating hundreds of gastric cancer patients. Observing Professor Pei’s syndrome differentiation and clinical practice, we find that he always relied on the “Lanzhou Formula,” Wumei Pill, Banxia Xie Xin Tang, Fragrant Sand Six Herbs, and Xiao Dan Shen Yin, among other formulas. Herbal medicine has proven highly effective for most patients, extending the lives of those who underwent surgery and alleviating the toxic side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The treatment of this disease fully demonstrates the combination of “sixteen characters,” with herbal medicine as the primary treatment—this is precisely the essence of the integrated TCM and Western medicine model. Only by fully leveraging the strengths of both TCM and Western medicine, balancing the strengthening of the body’s fundamental forces with the elimination of harmful toxins, and emphasizing comprehensive treatment approaches such as organ regulation, can we better improve therapeutic outcomes and alleviate symptoms.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases A Summary of Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience in Treating Lung Cancer Zhan Wenguo, Lu Weide [Abstract] Objective: To summarize Professor Pei Zhengxue’s clinical experience in treating lung cancer. Methods: Employing inductive analysis to organize his academic thoughts and clinical experience. Results: Professor Pei emphasized the etiology of the disease, combining syndrome differentiation with clinical presentation, analyzing the causes and treating accordingly, integrating TCM and Western medicine, cultivating the earth to generate gold, strengthening the body’s fundamental forces and consolidating its roots, while also incorporating modern pharmacological research to apply anti-cancer herbal medicines as a key treatment approach. Conclusion: TCM-based syndrome differentiation and treatment has shown remarkable clinical efficacy in treating lung cancer. [Keywords] Lung Cancer; TCM Syndrome Differentiation; Clinical Experience; Pei Zhengxue Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in the integration of TCM and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and the chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. Professor Pei Zhengxue has practiced medicine for 50 years, specializing in the treatment of tumors and various difficult and complicated cases, possessing unique clinical experience in tumor prevention and treatment, and holding distinctive academic insights into the treatment of lung cancer. I had the privilege of studying under him and listening to his teachings, benefiting greatly. I now present the clinical experience of Professor Pei in treating lung cancer as follows, hoping to share and learn from fellow practitioners.

Primary bronchial lung cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the epithelial cells of bronchi at all levels and in the alveolar epithelial cells of the bronchioles. Clinically, it is mainly characterized by cough, hemoptysis, chest pain, and fever, with lymph node and organ metastasis occurring as the disease progresses [1].

1. Etiology and Pathogenesis

Professor Pei believed that lung cancer falls within the categories of “cough,” “hemoptysis,” and “chest pain” in traditional Chinese medicine. The root cause of this disease lies in the six external evils and toxic influences, immoderate diet, emotional trauma, and tobacco smoke invading the lungs, causing damage to the lung meridians and leading to blood stasis obstructing the meridians [2]; toxic heat invades and damages the body’s fluids, leading to deficiency of lung yin, lung damage affecting the kidneys, kidney water failing to support lung qi and yin, gradually depleting the body’s constitution and weakening vital energy; spleen deficiency leads to dampness accumulation, which transforms into phlegm, and phlegm-stasis obstructs the lung meridians, forming masses. As the “Yizong Bi Du” states, “When accumulation forms, vital energy is insufficient, and then harmful qi takes hold.” As the “Su Wen: Discussion on Heat Disease” says, “When evil gathers, qi will inevitably become deficient.” Therefore, lung cancer arises from visceral deficiency, qi and blood deficiency, internal invasion of harmful toxins, leading to phlegm, blood stasis, and heat-toxin attacks that invade the lungs, damage the lung meridians, and cause accumulation. Deficiency of lung qi and vital energy are the fundamental causes of onset; lung cancer is a mixture of deficiency and excess, with deficiency as the root cause and excess as the manifestation, located in the lungs, related to the spleen and kidneys. If lung cancer is left untreated or misdiagnosed, and the viscera and qi and blood become increasingly deficient, cancerous toxins can take advantage of these weaknesses to spread to bones, organs, brain matter, and other areas, leading to a critical condition if left untreated. 2. Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment (1) Combining Clinical Presentation with Syndrome Analysis and Treatment Professor Pei Zhengxue believed that the syndrome differentiation of lung cancer should begin with distinguishing between deficiency and excess, and between the strength and weakness of pathogenic qi and vital energy. In the early stages, the focus is on the excess of pathogenic qi, treating with the goal of eliminating harmful qi while supporting vital energy; in the middle and late stages, the focus shifts to vital energy deficiency, treating with the aim of strengthening vital energy while eliminating harmful qi. When deficiency leads to excess, or when excess leads to deficiency, treatment should consider both deficiency and excess, adapting the approach flexibly. Yin deficiency with internal heat, lung-spleen qi deficiency, qi-yin deficiency, or post-radiotherapy and chemotherapy-induced heat-toxin damage to yin and spleen-kidney yang deficiency all fall under the category of deficiency; the six external evils, intense heat-toxin, phlegm-dampness accumulating in the lungs, qi stagnation and blood stasis, or postoperative blood stasis obstructing the meridians and residual masses all represent excess conditions. Secondly, combine clinical presentation with syndrome differentiation and formulate treatment plans based on type. ① External invasion by the six external evils, phlegm-dampness accumulating and causing cough and chest pain, fever with chills, difficulty expectorating phlegm, shortness of breath and chest tightness, dark red tongue, white greasy coating, and a wiry, slippery, rapid pulse. Treatment principle: Disperse wind and clear heat, transform phlegm and eliminate toxins. Prescription: Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang combined with Su Xing San, with modifications. Composition: Ma Huang, Xing Ren, Raw Gypsum, Licorice, Su Ye, Chen Pi, Banxia, Bai Zhu, Fu Ling, Pu Gong Ying, and others. Modifications: For yellow, thick phlegm, add Huang Qin, Yu Xing Cao, Gua Lou; for chest pain, add Er Chou, Xiang Fu, Wu Ling Zhi to resolve blood stasis and relieve qi. ② Qi stagnation and blood stasis, phlegm and blood stasis blocking the meridians, causing cough and chest pain, pain like a needle prick, chest tightness and shortness of breath, blood streaks in sputum, burning heat in the chest, insomnia and dizziness, purple-dark lips, dark red tongue with bruise-like spots on the edges, thin white coating on the tongue, and a wiry, fine, dull pulse. Treatment principle: Activate blood circulation and resolve stasis, relieve qi and stop pain. Prescription: Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang combined with modifications. Composition: Tao Ren, Hong Hua, Dang Gui, Bai Shao, Chuan Xiong, Chai Hu, Zhi Ke, Huai Niu Xi, Juheng, Licorice, San Ling, and others. Modifications: For hemoptysis, add Han San Qi. ③ Yin deficiency with heat-toxin, blood stasis

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Lung cancer arises from vital energy deficiency, with the six external evils and toxic influences entering the lungs, leading to dysfunction of lung function, impaired lung dispersal and descending qi, unfavorable qi circulation, loss of fluid distribution, fluid accumulation into phlegm, phlegm-stasis, blood stasis, blocking the lung meridians, and internal accumulation of toxic substances. When lung qi is deficient, the child qi steals the mother qi, and the spleen and stomach also become deficient—five elements are described as “earth cannot generate gold.” The spleen belongs to earth, residing in the middle burner, serving as the root of postnatal creation, the source of qi and blood production, and the hub for qi circulation and rising and falling; the lungs belong to metal, residing in the upper burner, acting as the mother organ of the spleen, the canopy where water and grain qi and blood are distributed. If the spleen’s transformation and transportation are disrupted, lung qi becomes insufficient, leading to symptoms such as cough, wheezing, and phlegm. “When deficiency exists, replenish the mother”; strengthening the spleen and stomach can benefit lung qi, enriching the spleen’s qi and ensuring that the source of qi and blood remains strong, thus providing sufficient lung qi to nourish the heart’s meridians and regulate breathing. In the treatment of lung cancer, Professor Pei often used the method of cultivating the earth to generate gold—both to strengthen the spleen, transform phlegm and eliminate harmful toxins, and to strengthen the body’s fundamental forces and consolidate its roots, promoting qi and blood production. Commonly used formulas include the Fragrant Sand Six Herbs, the Supplementing Middle Qi Soup, and the Shen Ling Bai Zhu San.

(3) Incorporating Modern Pharmacological Research and Applying Anti-Cancer Herbal Medicines [4] Herbal medicines that strengthen the spleen, support vital energy, and fight cancer include ginseng, astragalus, coix seed, chicken gallbladder, northern sand ginseng, Mai Dong, and others; herbal medicines that clear heat and detoxify to combat cancer include white snake tongue grass, half-branch lotus, stone-view plant, heavy-lift plant, and toad venom;

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Surgical procedures and radiotherapy and chemotherapy aim to eliminate the causative agents of the disease, akin to the TCM practice of “removing evil.” Enhancing the body’s immune function and strengthening its ability to fight cancer is equivalent to TCM’s approach of “strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation.” As the Inner Canon states, “When righteous qi enters the body, evil cannot take hold,” meaning that when evil is removed, righteous qi will be stabilized. Old Master Pei’s treatment of lung cancer was guided by the principle of TCM’s focus on strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation, employing methods like “cultivating the earth to generate gold” and “strengthening the spleen and nourishing the kidneys,” which proved highly effective. When the Xiangsha Liu Junzi Tang and the Lanzhou formula were taken in conjunction during radiotherapy and chemotherapy, they not only enhanced the therapeutic effects of these treatments but also alleviated toxic side effects, promoted hematopoietic function in the bone marrow, and increased the body’s tolerance to chemotherapy. This patient had lung cancer with brain metastases and mediastinal lymph node metastasis; he experienced cough, chest pain, chest tightness and shortness of breath, dyspnea and fatigue, a red tongue with yellow greasy coating, and a wiry-slippery pulse—characteristic of external pathogenic factors, phlegm-heat accumulation, and blood stasis flowing into the brain. The evil toxins were rampant, while the body’s righteous qi was deficient. [5] Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang, Su Xing San, clears heat, transforms phlegm, and stops cough, with added Huang Qin, Yu Xing Cao, and Gualou to strengthen the effects of clearing heat and transforming phlegm. Whole scorpion, centipede, and other insect-based herbs help to calm wind and stop spasms, effectively treating headaches. After radiotherapy, the body’s righteous qi was deficient, with both qi and yin deficiency. Therefore, in the Xuanfei Huatan formula, the Lanzhou formula and the Xiangsha Liu Junzi Tang were added to nourish yin and replenish qi, strengthen the spleen and nourish the kidneys, addressing both the root and the symptoms. Experimental studies have shown that Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang possesses good antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, cough-relieving, antibacterial, and antiviral properties [6], and is particularly effective for lung conditions caused by stagnant lung qi. Old Master Pei was skilled at using Xing Su San to treat lung qi stagnation and lung dampness-related coughs in all four seasons, as well as chronic and acute bronchitis, where it often yielded remarkable results. Yu Xing Cao enhances immunity and has anti-tumor effects, helping to increase CAMP levels in cancer cells, which exhibit anti-cancer activity [7]. Huang Qin contains flavonoid compounds that possess antibacterial, antioxidant, and stem cell differentiation-inducing properties; Huang Qin glycosides have anti-tumor effects, significantly inhibiting the invasion of lung adenocarcinoma cells [8]. Ezhuzhu and Gualou possess certain anti-lung cancer effects, interfering with cancer cells

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[7] Zhao Xiaoqing, Wang Cailu, Qu Li. Injection of Yu Xing Cao and Other Chinese Herbs in the Treatment of Advanced Lung Cancer

16 Cases [J]. Journal of Liaoning College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2001, 02: 120. [8] Wang Yingmei, Zheng Haifeng, Wu Tiejun et al. Changes in the Invasion Ability of Lung Adenocarcinoma Cells Before and After Intervention with Huang Qin Glycoside [J]. Hebei Medical Journal, 2012, 09: 142–143. [9] Zhao Tingxiu, Chen Zhenfa, Qiu Xing et al. Experimental Study on the Induction of Human Lung Cancer Cell Apoptosis by Rabbit Serum Containing Ezhuzhu and Gualou [J]. Microcirculation Journal, 2005,(15)01:62–63. [10] Peng Pingya. Clinical Research on the Use of Whole Scorpion, Centipede, and Gecko in the Treatment of Lung Cancer, and Experimental Studies on the Antitumor Effects of Each Herb on Mouse Lewis Lung Cancer [D]. Master’s Thesis, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 2011: 38–39.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Lung Cancer Qi Yuan Gang, He Haiyun [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue often employs Western medical diagnoses in combination with TCM syndrome differentiation for the treatment of lung cancer. Western medical diagnoses are based on clinical symptoms, imaging examinations, and tumor markers; TCM syndrome differentiation views true deficiency as the fundamental basis for the development of lung cancer, adopting the principle of “strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation” as the main therapeutic approach. Clinically, TCM often combines with radiotherapy and chemotherapy, adopting integrated Chinese and Western medicine treatments, and provides examples of typical cases to support these approaches. [Keywords] Pei Zhengxue; Lung Cancer; Diagnosis and Treatment

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in the integration of Chinese and Western medicine in China. He has developed unique insights into the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer, achieving profound expertise. I had the privilege of studying under him and benefited greatly. Here, I would like to share his experiences with fellow practitioners. Primary bronchogenic carcinoma (commonly referred to as lung cancer) refers to malignant tumors originating in the bronchial mucosa, glands, and alveolar epithelium, and is one of the most common malignant tumors worldwide. According to a 2000 report by the World Health Organization (WHO), lung cancer ranks first among causes of cancer-related deaths. According to statistics from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) in the United States, the incidence of lung cancer is 50 per 100,000 people, placing it at the top of the list. Some predict that if China does not promptly address smoking and air pollution, by 2025, the number of lung cancer cases in China will exceed 1 million annually, making China the world’s largest country affected by lung cancer [1]. Consequently, the situation regarding lung cancer in China is particularly grim.

1. Western Medical Diagnosis Professor Pei believes that early diagnosis of lung cancer is essential to create opportunities for surgical intervention, thereby improving survival rates.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 (1) Clinical Symptoms Cough is a common early symptom. If the tumor is located in the trachea, it may cause a dry cough or a small amount of mucus-like sputum. If the tumor leads to bronchial stenosis, the cough becomes more severe, often persisting and sounding metallic in tone. If secondary infection occurs, the amount of sputum increases, becoming purulent and bloody. Hemoptysis is commonly seen in central lung cancer, often presenting as blood in the sputum or intermittent bloody sputum. If the tumor causes partial obstruction of the bronchi, it may lead to localized wheezing; chest tightness and shortness of breath are also common symptoms. If the tumor compresses the large airways, respiratory distress may occur. If the tumor invades or compresses the esophagus, it may cause difficulty swallowing. If the tumor directly compresses or metastasizes to the mediastinal lymph nodes and affects the recurrent laryngeal nerve (often on the left side), hoarseness may develop. If the tumor invades the mediastinum and compresses the superior vena cava, superior vena cava syndrome may occur (the lesion is often located in the upper lobe of the right lung). Lung cancer located at the lung apex (upper lobe cancer) may compress the cervical sympathetic nerve, leading to Honer’s syndrome. (2) Imaging Examinations Are Common and Valuable Methods for Detecting Lung Cancer Cytological and pathological examinations are essential for confirming lung cancer. On chest X-rays, lung cancer typically exhibits four key characteristics: lobulation, spiculation (radiographic coronal patterns), high density, and peripheral blur. On CT scans, if there is continuous involvement across three planes, and if contrast-enhanced images show evidence of lesion involvement, a diagnosis can be made; otherwise, the lesion is likely to be infected or a reactive pseudotumor. (3) Tumor Markers CYFRA21-1 is currently considered a tumor marker primarily used to detect lung cancer, especially valuable for diagnosing non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). If there are unclear circular shadows in the lungs, and the serum CYFRA21-1 level exceeds 30 ng/ml, the likelihood of primary bronchogenic carcinoma is very high. The serum CYFRA21-1 level is positively correlated with the clinical stage of the tumor and can serve as an effective indicator for tracking early recurrence after lung cancer surgery and chemotherapy. High serum CYFRA21-1 levels suggest that the disease is progressing and the prognosis is poor. A successful treatment is indicated by a rapid decline in serum CYFRA21-1 levels; conversely, if the level rises again, it suggests that the lesion has not been completely cleared. If the serum level drops and then rises again, it indicates disease recurrence. However, a negative CYFRA21-1 result does not rule out the possibility of lung cancer. The sensitivity of CYFRA21-1 to diagnose different types of lung cancer is as follows: squamous cell carcinoma > adenocarcinoma > large cell carcinoma > small cell carcinoma. Professor Pei believes that if the enzyme NSE or CYFRA21-1 shows mild elevation, it is often indicative of high differentiation; severe elevation often signifies low differentiation. Small cell lung cancer is the most aggressive type, with a poor prognosis, accounting for approximately 20% of primary lung cancers. It grows rapidly, has strong invasive power, and is associated with 100% mediastinal metastasis. Radiotherapy is the most effective treatment. Non-small cell lung cancer accounts for 80% of primary lung cancers, with squamous cell carcinoma being the most common type—slow-growing, with late metastasis, offering more opportunities for surgery, and having a higher 5-year survival rate. These cancers are not sensitive to radiotherapy; high-differentiation cancers do not require chemotherapy, while chemotherapy is effective for low-differentiation cancers. Adenocarcinoma has shown an increasing trend in recent years, often occurring in women, frequently appearing in peripheral locations. Because adenocarcinoma is rich in blood vessels, local infiltration and hematogenous metastasis occur earlier than in squamous cell carcinoma, making them less sensitive to radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The prognosis of lung cancer depends on early detection, early diagnosis, and early treatment. Generally speaking, squamous cell carcinoma has a better prognosis, adenocarcinoma comes next, and undifferentiated small cell carcinoma has the worst prognosis. 2. TCM Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment (1) True Deficiency as the Foundation for Lung Cancer Development Lung cancer falls under the categories of “lung accumulation,” “stagnation,” “cough,” “hemoptysis,” and “chest pain” in TCM. Professor Pei believes that true deficiency is the fundamental cause of lung cancer development. Under normal circumstances, the body maintains a state of yin balance and yang harmony, with balanced qi and blood flow; once this balance is disrupted by internal or external factors, illness arises. The Suwen, Supplemental Chapters, “On the Method of Acupuncture” states: “When righteous qi resides within, evil cannot take hold.” The Suwen, “On the Evaluation of Heat Disease,” says: “Wherever evil gathers, qi must be deficient.” It is believed that insufficient righteous qi in the body is the prerequisite and condition for disease onset, as well as the fundamental cause of tumor formation. Jin Zhang Yiyue, in “Essential Techniques,” wrote: “Healthy individuals have no accumulation; those who are deficient or weak in their spleen and stomach often develop accumulation.” Ming Li Zhongzi, in “Essential Readings on Medicine,” also noted: “Accumulation arises from insufficient righteous qi, allowing evil qi to take hold.” [2] When righteous qi is weak, evil toxins exploit the body’s vulnerabilities, entering the lungs, causing qi stagnation, disrupting the flow of qi, obstructing blood circulation, leading to fluid retention, and causing phlegm to accumulate. Phlegm clumps and qi stagnates, resulting in blood stasis and toxin buildup. Over time, these conditions form masses in the lungs. The growth of lung cancer further depletes righteous qi; when righteous qi fails to suppress evil, it fuels the progression of lung cancer. Thus, lung cancer develops from deficiency, progresses from deficiency, and is a disease characterized by deficiency intertwined with excess. Modern medicine also recognizes that the development of malignant tumors is closely related to the decline of the body’s defensive functions, especially the suppression of cellular immunity. Growing tumors can further weaken the body’s immune function. This aligns with TCM’s understanding of tumors.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 (2) Strengthening the Body’s Vital Energy and Consolidating Its Foundation Is the Main Therapeutic Approach Based on the characteristic of lung cancer—deficiency in the body with excess in the surface—and following the principle that “when righteous qi prevails, evil recedes, and when righteous qi is nurtured, accumulation is naturally resolved,” Professor Pei adopted strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation as the basic therapeutic approach for lung cancer. When applying this principle, the core of treatment lies in strengthening the spleen and nourishing the kidneys. Therefore, using太子参, Party Shen, Bei Sha Shen, and Ren Shen Xu to strengthen the spleen and replenish the middle qi is considered the primary remedy for strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation; Sheng Mai San benefits qi and nourishes yin. Sheng Di, Shan Yao, and Shan Yu Rou are chosen for their intention to nourish the kidneys and generate marrow; Shan Yu Rou should be used in larger quantities—Professor Pei generally used 30g—and additionally, Gui Zhi Tang is used to regulate the body’s defense and promote the circulation of qi and blood, stabilize the organs, and enhance immune function. The Sheng Mai Da Zao Tang is used to nourish the heart and calm the mind. As early as 1974, this formula was named “Lanzhou Formula” at the Suzhou Hematology Conference, after it had successfully treated one case of acute monoblastic leukemia (M5). It combines strengthening the spleen and nourishing the kidneys, nourishing yin and assisting yang, and benefiting qi and nourishing blood—all in one, fully embodying TCM’s principles of strengthening the body’s vital energy, holistic thinking, and syndrome differentiation. When treating lung cancer, the Lanzhou Formula serves as the basic formula, with clinical adjustments made according to individual symptoms, yielding remarkable results time and again. For intermittent cough and sputum production, Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang and Su Xing San are added; when there is excessive sputum, Sang Bai Pi and Di Gu Pi are used; when shortness of breath occurs, Ting Li Zi and Da Zao are added; for elderly patients, San Zi Yang Qin Tang is added; when hemoptysis occurs, Mo Yu San Dai (Uchi Gu, Yu Xing Cao, San Qi Fen, Dai He Shi) is used; for prolonged illness that does not improve, Dang Gui and Sheng Di are added; when the tongue coating is yellow and thick, Yu Xing Cao and Huang Qin are added; for asthma, the Lanzhou Formula is used as the core component, with Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang and Xiao Qing Long Tang, a large-flavored formula, added; when pulmonary emphysema is observed, the Lanzhou Formula is used as the core, with Sheng Mai San, Zi Shi Ying, Shen Xiang, and Gui Zhi added; when chest pain occurs, Xiao Jian Xiong Tang is used, as well as Su Jing, Jia Zhu, Er Chou, Xiang Fu, and Weiling Xian; when bone metastasis occurs and systemic pain is present, the Lanzhou Formula is supplemented with Gui Zhi, Sheng Di, and Fangzhi Tang; when appetite is poor after chemotherapy, the core of the Lanzhou Formula is supplemented with Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Wan and Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang; when white blood cell counts drop after chemotherapy, the Lanzhou Formula is supplemented with the Five White Remedies—Huang Qi, Bu Gu Zhi, Ji Xue Teng, Dang Gui, Nu Zhen Zi. (3) TCM’s approach of strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation in conjunction with radiotherapy and chemotherapy reflects the principle of “strengthening the body’s vital energy while eliminating evil.” Currently, the treatment of lung cancer still primarily relies on surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy. Surgical treatment can only remove visible tumors, but it leaves little room for preventing recurrence and metastasis. Radiotherapy and chemotherapy, while killing tumor cells, also damage normal cells—especially affecting bone marrow hematopoietic function and leading to a decline in immune function. Traditional Chinese Medicine offers multiple pathways, multiple targets, fewer toxic side effects, and the advantage of being less prone to drug resistance in the treatment of lung cancer. It is characterized by long-term survival with the tumor present, though

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In the course of colorectal cancer, intestinal obstruction is a common complication. For incomplete obstructions, Professor Pei Zhengxue often uses Da Cheng Qi Tang as a basic formula, employing syndrome differentiation and treatment, and adjusts the formula with Wu Chuan combined with other herbs to promote bowel movement and reduce upward pressure [2]. For complete obstructions, it is essential to use a gastric tube to aspirate gastric contents, then flush the stomach before administering Da Cheng Qi Tang as a basic formula for syndrome differentiation and treatment. The medicinal solution can be slowly dripped into the stomach via the gastric tube, or administered via an enema through the anus in a slow drip; both methods should be employed simultaneously. When necessary, a gastrointestinal drainage tube may be left in place for gastrointestinal decompression. However, special attention should be paid to patients with ulcerative tumors. IV. Summary

Professor Pei often said: “In the treatment of tumors, traditional Chinese medicine requires perseverance; strengthening the body’s fundamental forces and consolidating its roots are the basic principles for treating malignant tumors [3].” In cases of severe illness or emergency situations, it is also advisable to actively employ effective Western medical and pharmaceutical treatments, adopting a combination of TCM and Western medicine—“treat the symptoms when they arise, address the root cause when they subside,” so as not to delay treatment. A comprehensive understanding and application of TCM’s principle of “when the condition is severe, treat the symptoms; when it is mild, treat the root cause” is a fundamental principle for tumor treatment.

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[1] Pei Zhengxue ● Collection of Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M] ● Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003

[2] Pei Zhengxue ● Medical Notes of Pei Zhengxue [M] ● Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008

[3] Wang Ning ● An Initial Exploration of Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Academic Thoughts on the Treatment of Malignant Tumors [J] ● Gansu Medical Journal, 2008, 27(3):63–64

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collected Volume II Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Gastric Cancer Qi Xueting [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue proposed the sixteen-character principle of “Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach,” which serves as a guiding philosophy. He advocated combining disease identification with syndrome differentiation, balancing the promotion of vital energy with the elimination of pathogenic factors, fully leveraging the strengths of both TCM and Western medicine, emphasizing the body’s responsiveness, alleviating patient pain, improving quality of life, and compensating for the shortcomings of purely Western medical treatment in this condition, resulting in satisfactory therapeutic outcomes. [Keywords] Gastric Tumor; Professor Pei Zhengxue; Clinical Experience Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in the integration of TCM and Western medicine, a doctoral supervisor, and has published numerous medical works. He also proposed the sixteen-character principle of “Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach.” Professor Pei has been engaged in research on the integrated prevention and treatment of tumors using both TCM and Western medicine for more than 40 years, accumulating extensive clinical experience. I had the privilege of studying under him, and now I would like to summarize Professor Pei’s experience in treating gastric cancer as follows. I. The Root Cause Lies in Spleen and Stomach Deficiency, while the Symptoms Are Caused by the Interplay of Pathogenic Factors and Toxicity Gastric cancer ranks first among malignant tumors of the digestive tract, posing a serious threat to human health. While TCM does not have a specific term for “gastric cancer,” its symptoms can be categorized under conditions such as “stomach discomfort,” “nausea,” “gastroesophageal reflux,” or “accumulation” [1]. Professor Pei believed that the causes of gastric cancer are primarily external and internal factors. As early as the “Ling Shu: Nine Needles,” it was stated: “During the four seasons and eight winds, if they invade the meridians, they can lead to tumor formation.” This means that exposure to external wind pathogens is one external cause; internal causes include: ① immoderate diet—according to the “Health Treasure Guide,” “When people’s spleen and stomach are weak, or they overeat, or they indulge in raw and cold foods, their normal functions are disrupted, leading to accumulation and blockage.” ② emotional imbalance—according to the “Su Wen: Discussion on Pain,” “All diseases originate from qi.” When qi circulation is blocked and blood stagnates… 376

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Stagnation of blood, phlegm, food, and various pathogenic factors accumulate to form cancer. ③ Weakness of the spleen and stomach serves as the root cause; as the saying goes, “Where evil gathers, qi must be deficient.” When the spleen and stomach are weak, qi circulation becomes unbalanced, the stomach fails to properly digest food, the spleen loses its ability to transform and transport, water and dampness become stagnant within the body. Over time, qi stagnation, phlegm accumulation, blood stasis, and heat-toxicity all emerge, damaging the body’s vital energy. As vital energy further weakens, toxic energies become more potent, leading to a complex clinical picture characterized mainly by qi stagnation, blood stasis, dampness, and heat-toxicity. II. Integrating TCM and Western Medicine The complementary relationship between TCM and Western medicine—“Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach”—is the sixteen-character principle proposed by Professor Pei. Professor Pei believed that combining disease identification with syndrome differentiation allows us to draw upon the strengths of both TCM and Western medicine. For gastric cancer, it is crucial to first confirm the diagnosis through clinical examinations such as gastroscopy, imaging studies, and pathology, so that the diagnostic process can pinpoint the core of the disease. At this stage, identifying symptoms such as spleen and stomach deficiency, gastric heat and blood stasis, or qi-yin deficiency becomes more accurate. Using methods such as tonifying qi and the stomach, clearing heat and nourishing yin, and promoting qi flow and strengthening the spleen yields particularly effective results. In terms of treatment, for early and mid-stage gastric cancer, surgery is the primary approach. Patients in good general condition may benefit from low-dose chemotherapy, though this can lead to bone marrow suppression and nausea, affecting the spleen and stomach’s vital energy. Taking herbal medicine can help protect these vital energies, enhance overall vitality, reduce the side effects of chemotherapy, and improve the efficacy of chemotherapy, demonstrating the complementary nature of TCM and Western medicine in treatment. Professor Pei’s treatment of gastric cancer includes the following four key approaches: First, treat the symptoms when they arise. Professor Pei adopted the principle of “treat the symptoms when they arise, address the root cause when they subside,” as a fundamental treatment strategy. Although gastric cancer is rooted in spleen and stomach deficiency, at different stages, pathogenic factors can also become the primary concern. For patients who also experience pain in the flank area, he used a modified version of the “Bile and Pancreas Combination Formula” [2]. Professor Pei often said, “Cancer and inflammation go hand in hand,” so he first treated the inflammation of the bile and pancreas; for patients experiencing severe pain, he used a modified version of the “Wumei Pill.” Yet, while “treat the symptoms when they arise,” he also did not forget to boost vital energy, frequently incorporating the “Lanzhou Formula” [3] to enhance the body’s resistance to disease. Second, alleviate the side effects of chemotherapy. Professor Pei believed that although chemotherapy cannot cure gastric cancer, it can kill and inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells, offering advantages that Western medicine cannot match. Chemotherapy can lower the patient’s immune function and cause gastrointestinal reactions. Professor Pei believed that the effects of herbal medicine on chemotherapy include early prevention and late-stage treatment of chemotherapy side effects, as well as enhancing the efficacy of chemotherapy. Therefore, the complementary relationship between herbal medicine’s tonification of vital energy and Western medicine’s chemotherapy became an effective model for treating gastric cancer. Professor Pei typically used tonifying spleen, benefiting qi, and nourishing yin remedies before and after chemotherapy to adjust his prescriptions. Third, maintain the tumor’s internal environment and prevent metastasis and spread—this is another distinctive feature of Professor Pei’s treatment of gastric cancer. For early-stage gastric cancer, surgical treatment is often used, but most patients are diagnosed at an advanced stage, where surgically removing the tumor or eliminating tumor cells can be challenging. Professor Pei believed that for patients who cannot undergo surgery, allowing them to “live with the tumor” could help enhance vital energy and bring the tumor and the body into a state of balance between positive and negative forces, thereby preventing metastasis and spreading, ultimately improving the patient’s quality of life. Fourth, treat precancerous lesions. Precancerous lesions of gastric cancer include chronic atrophic gastritis and intestinal metaplasia. Herbal medicine can effectively block the development of precancerous lesions, reversing them. When treating precancerous lesions, Professor Pei used tonifying spleen, benefiting qi, activating blood circulation to remove stasis, and detoxifying to resolve nodules—using syndrome differentiation and treatment, he was able to target the root cause of the disease with remarkable efficacy. III. Selecting Classic Prescriptions and Flexibly Adjusting Herbs After more than 40 years of clinical experience, Professor Pei compiled the “Gastric Cancer Formula No. 1” and “Gastric Cancer Formula No. 2” [3], which proved highly effective in treating this condition, especially for those with damp-heat accumulation in the middle burner and accompanying pain symptoms. The formulas contain Wumei Pill, along with Turmeric, Salvia miltiorrhiza, White Peony, Pinellia, Coix Seed, Poria, Citrus Aurantium, Ligusticum chuanxiong, Acorus tatarinowii, Amomum villosum, Cardamom, Fritillaria cirrhosa, and Sea Algae. Professor Pei chose Zhongjing’s Wumei Pill to treat this condition—a formula never used by predecessors. Wumei Pill is a formula from the “Shanghan Lun” for treating Jueyin diseases, containing Wumei, Dried Ginger, Coptis chinensis, Sichuan Pepper, and Pinellia. Professor Pei said: “In this formula, Wumei enhances the sour taste and soothes the stomach; Coptis chinensis clears heat and dissipates dampness; Aconite, Dried Ginger, and Sichuan Pepper dispel cold and warm the center; Pinellia dries dampness and resolves nodules—these are the foundations for treating mutual conflicts between cold and heat. Thickened Pinellia, Citrus Aurantium, Poria, and Coix Seed promote qi flow and dry dampness; Ligusticum chuanxiong, Coptis chinensis, Acorus tatarinowii, and Amomum villosum relieve pain and promote qi flow; Salvia miltiorrhiza and Coptis chinensis activate blood circulation and resolve stasis; Sea Algae soften and dissolve nodules.” This formula represents one of Professor Pei’s major innovations. For example, when patients were treated with the “Lanzhou Formula” to suppress tumor growth and reduce chemotherapy side effects, those with poor appetite were added to the formula with Fragrant Sand Six Ingredients; for patients with ascites, large abdominal skin, gourd skin, and Plantago seeds were incorporated. Professor Pei emphasized the importance of balancing the promotion of vital energy with the elimination of pathogenic factors, focusing on the body’s responsiveness, alleviating pain for many patients, improving their quality of life, and compensating for the shortcomings of Western medical treatment in this condition. IV. Typical Cases Li, male, 65 years old. On December 1, 2011, he presented with upper abdominal distension, epigastric fullness, and loss of appetite for more than one month. A gastroscopy at a certain hospital confirmed gastric cancer, with a pathological report indicating moderately to poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma. On January 13, 2012, the patient underwent radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer. After surgery, he received anti-infective therapy and supportive care, but no radiotherapy or chemotherapy was performed. He requested to take herbal medicine, and thus came to Professor Pei’s clinic for consultation. Physical examination: the patient was emaciated, with distension below the xiphoid process, red tongue with yellow coating, and a pulse that was tense on the radial artery and weak on the central artery. Professor Pei’s initial prescription: 4 Wumei fruits, 6g Coptis chinensis, 6g Sichuan Pepper, 6g Dried Ginger, 6g Pinellia, 6g Radix Paeoniae Alba, 6g Turmeric, 15g White Peony, 10g Thickened Pinellia, 10g Citrus Aurantium, 30g Coix Seed, 10g Ligusticum chuanxiong, 10g Fritillaria cirrhosa, 10g Amomum villosum, 10g Acorus tatarinowii, 20g Coptis chinensis, 10g Fritillaria cirrhosa, 10g Amomum villosum, 10g Ligusticum chuanxiong, 10g Turmeric, 6g Citrus Aurantium, 6g Acorus tatarinowii, 10g Sea Algae, 15g Fructus Gardeniae, decocted and taken once daily, after breakfast and dinner. Professor Pei instructed him to continue taking Pei’s Blood-Rising Granules for a long period. On February 15, during a follow-up visit, the patient reported that after 15 doses of the formula, his upper abdominal distension and pain had eased, his appetite improved, and he was scheduled for chemotherapy. Professor Pei’s prescription: modified version of the “Lanzhou Formula,” including 15g North Sand Ginseng, 15g Prince Ginseng, 15g Ginseng Root, 15g Codonopsis, 10g Cinnamon Twig, 30g Wheat Grass, 10g Oatmeal, 3g Five Flavors, 10g Ligusticum chuanxiong, 20g Coptis chinensis, 10g Acorus tatarinowii, 10g Amomum villosum, 20g Turmeric, 10g Ligusticum chuanxiong, 10g Codonopsis, 6g Citrus Aurantium, 6g Acorus tatarinowii, 10g Sea Algae, 15g Fructus Gardeniae—advised him to continue taking the formula during chemotherapy to alleviate chemotherapy side effects. On February 30, during the third visit, the patient reported that after 15 doses of the formula, there was no significant discomfort in his epigastrium, his spirits were better than before, though he still experienced nausea. He added 10g Rotand Flower, 15g Red Ironstone to the formula, and advised him to continue taking it once daily. Since then, the patient has experienced no significant discomfort during chemotherapy cycles, maintaining good general condition. A CT scan showed no recurrence or metastasis. To prevent recurrence, Professor Pei advised him to continue taking herbal medicine and Pei’s Blood-Rising Granules to enhance his body’s vital energy. V. Discussion

Professor Pei has practiced medicine for more than 50 years, treating hundreds of gastric cancer patients. Observing Professor Pei’s syndrome differentiation and clinical practice, we find that he always relied on the “Lanzhou Formula,” Wumei Pill, Banxia Xie Xin Tang, Fragrant Sand Six Ingredients Tang, and Xiao Dan Shen Yin as his main treatment approaches. Herbal medicine has proven highly effective for most patients, extending their lives and reducing the toxic side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The treatment of this disease fully demonstrates the combination of “sixteen characters,” with herbal medicine as the primary treatment—this is precisely the essence of the integrated TCM and Western medicine model. Only by fully leveraging the strengths of both TCM and Western medicine, balancing the promotion of vital energy with the elimination of pathogenic factors, and emphasizing comprehensive treatment approaches such as regulating the internal organs, can we better improve therapeutic outcomes and alleviate symptoms.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases A Summary of Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience in Treating Lung Cancer Zhan Wenguo, Lu Weide [Abstract] Objective: To summarize Professor Pei Zhengxue’s clinical experience in treating lung cancer. Methods: By employing inductive analysis, we organized his academic thoughts and clinical experience. Results: Professor Pei emphasized the etiology of the disease, combining clinical syndrome differentiation with disease-specific treatment, integrating TCM and Western medicine, cultivating soil to generate gold, supporting vital energy and consolidating the root cause, while also incorporating modern pharmacological research to apply anti-cancer herbal medicines as a key treatment approach. Conclusion: TCM-based syndrome differentiation and treatment has shown remarkable clinical efficacy in treating lung cancer. [Keywords] Lung Cancer; TCM Syndrome Differentiation; Clinical Experience; Pei Zhengxue Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in the integration of TCM and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and the chief expert at the Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital. Professor Pei Zhengxue has practiced medicine for 50 years, specializing in the treatment of tumors and various difficult and complicated cases, possessing unique clinical experience in tumor prevention and treatment, and having distinct academic insights into the treatment of lung cancer. I had the privilege of studying under him and listening to his teachings, gaining profound insights. I now present the clinical experience of Professor Pei in treating lung cancer as follows, hoping to share and learn from fellow practitioners.

Primary bronchial lung cancer is a malignant tumor originating in the epithelial cells of bronchi at all levels and the alveolar epithelial cells of the small bronchi. Clinically, it is primarily characterized by cough, hemoptysis, chest pain, and fever; as the disease progresses, lymph node and organ metastasis may also occur [1].

I. Etiology and Pathogenesis Professor Pei believes that lung cancer falls under the categories of “cough,” “hemoptysis,” and “chest pain” in traditional Chinese medicine. The root cause of this disease lies in the six external evils, dietary indiscretions, emotional trauma, and the invasion of smoke toxins into the lungs, causing damage to the lung meridians and leading to blood stasis obstructing the meridians [2]; toxic heat invades and damages the body’s fluids, leading to deficiency of lung yin, lung damage affecting the kidneys, insufficient kidney water, and dual damage to lung qi and yin, gradually depleting the body’s vital energy; spleen deficiency leads to dampness, which accumulates as phlegm, blocking the lung meridians and forming masses. As the “Yizong Bi Du” states, “When accumulation occurs, vital energy is insufficient, and then pathogenic factors take hold.” As the “Suwen: Discussion on Heat Disease” says, “Where evil gathers, qi must be deficient.” Therefore, lung cancer arises from visceral deficiency, qi and blood deficiency, internal invasion of pathogenic factors, leading to phlegm, blood stasis, and heat toxicity that attack the lungs, damaging the lung meridians and causing accumulation. Insufficient lung qi and deficiency of vital energy are the fundamental causes of onset; lung cancer is a mixture of deficiency and excess, with deficiency as the root cause and excess as the manifestation, located in the lungs, related to the spleen and kidneys. If lung cancer is left untreated or misdiagnosed, and the viscera and qi and blood are weakened, cancerous toxins can take advantage of these weaknesses to spread to bones, organs, brain matter, and other areas, leading to a critical condition if left untreated. II. Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment (1) Combining Clinical Symptoms with Disease Identification and Treatment Professor Pei Zhengxue believed that the syndrome differentiation of lung cancer should begin with distinguishing between deficiency and excess, and between the strength and weakness of pathogenic factors and vital energy. In the early stages, pathogenic factors dominate; treatment focuses on eliminating pathogenic factors while supporting vital energy. In the middle and late stages, vital energy deficiency dominates; treatment emphasizes supporting vital energy while eliminating pathogenic factors—when deficiency leads to excess, or when excess leads to deficiency, treatment should focus on balancing both deficiency and excess, adapting treatment accordingly. Yin deficiency with internal heat, lung and spleen qi deficiency, qi-yin deficiency, or post-radiotherapy and chemotherapy-induced heat toxicity damaging yin, or kidney yang deficiency—all fall under the category of deficiency syndromes. External evils such as the six external pathogens, intense heat toxicity, phlegm and dampness accumulating in the lungs, qi stagnation and blood stasis, or post-surgical blood stasis obstructing the meridians, residual masses—all represent excess syndromes. Secondly, combine clinical symptoms with syndrome differentiation and formulate treatment plans based on type. ① External invasion by the six external evils, phlegm and heat accumulating to cause cough and chest pain, fever with chills, difficulty expectorating phlegm, shortness of breath and chest tightness, dark red tongue, white greasy coating, and a pulse that is tense, slippery, and rapid. Treatment principle: Disperse wind and clear heat, transform phlegm and eliminate toxins. Prescription: Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang combined with Su Xing San, adjusted according to the case. Drug composition: Ma Huang, Apricot Kernel, Raw Gypsum, Licorice, Su Ye, Chen Pi, Pinellia, Atractylodes Macrocephala, Poria, Polyporus, etc. Adjustments: For yellow, thick phlegm, add Coptis chinensis, Fish Herb, and Gou Teng; for chest pain, add Er Chou, Xiang Fu, and Five Ling Zhi to resolve blood stasis and relieve pain. ② Qi stagnation and blood stasis, phlegm and blood stasis interweaving, causing cough and chest pain, pain like a needle prick, chest tightness and shortness of breath, blood streaks in sputum, burning heat in the chest, insomnia and dizziness, purple-dark lips, dark red tongue with bruise-like spots on the edges, thin white coating on the tongue, a pulse that is tense, fine, and sluggish. Treatment principle: Activate blood circulation and resolve stasis, relieve pain and promote qi flow. Prescription: Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, adjusted according to the case. Drug composition: Tao Ren, Red Flower, Dang Gui, White Peony, Chai Hu, Chi Shu, Zhi Ke, Huai Niu Xi, Ji Ge, Licorice, San Ling, etc. Adjustments: For hemoptysis, add Han San Qi. ③ Yin deficiency with heat toxicity, blood stasis

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Blood stasis obstructing the meridians, cough with little phlegm, blood streaks in sputum, or hemoptysis, chest tightness and shortness of breath, irritability and insomnia, hot flashes and night sweats, thirst and dry mouth, red tongue with little coating, a pulse that is fine and rapid. Treatment principle: Nourish yin and clear heat, detoxify and resolve nodules. Prescription: Professor Pei’s self-designed Wu Yu San, adjusted according to the case. Drug composition: Wumei, Fish Herb, Han San Qi, Red Ironstone, Zhimu, Party Ginseng, Mai Dong, Wu Wei Zi. Adjustments: For hot flashes and night sweats, add Qing Hao, Turtle Shell, and Di Guo Pi. ④ Qi-yin deficiency, cough with little phlegm, sticky and difficult to expectorate, shortness of breath and a weak voice, fatigue and exhaustion, hidden pain in the chest and back, spontaneous sweating and night sweats, dry mouth and thirst, red tongue with little coating, a pulse that is fine and weak. Treatment principle: Prescription: Lanzhou Formula [3], adjusted according to the case. Drug composition: North Sand Ginseng, Prince Ginseng, Ginseng Root, Lu Dang Ginseng, Fresh Ground Yerba Mate, Mountain Yam, Mountain Hawthorn, Cinnamon Twig, White Peony, Licorice, Ginger, Jujube, Oatmeal, Floating Wheat, Wu Wei Zi. Thirdly, pay attention to preventing complications such as superior vena cava syndrome, cancerous pleural effusion, and metastatic lesions. (2) Cultivating Soil to Generate Gold, Supporting Vital Energy and Consolidating the Root Cause Lung cancer, due to vital energy deficiency and the invasion of external evils, leads to dysfunction of the lung, impaired lung dispersal and descending functions, unfavorable qi circulation, loss of fluid transport, fluid accumulation as phlegm, phlegm coagulating with blood stasis, blocking the lung meridians, and causing internal accumulation of pathogenic factors. When lung qi is deficient, the child takes over the mother’s qi; the spleen is also deficient, and the five elements’ earth element fails to generate gold. The spleen belongs to earth, residing in the middle burner, serving as the root of postnatal creation, the source of qi and blood production, and the hub for qi’s ascending and descending movements; the lung belongs to metal, residing in the upper burner, serving as the mother organ of the spleen, the canopy where water and grain qi and blood are distributed. If the spleen’s transformation and transport are disrupted, it leads to insufficient lung qi, causing cough, wheezing, and phlegm. “When deficiency exists, replenish the mother”; strengthening the spleen can benefit lung qi, enriching the spleen’s vital energy, making qi and blood production robust, thus ensuring sufficient lung qi to nourish the heart’s meridians and regulate breathing. In the treatment of lung cancer, Professor Pei often used the method of cultivating soil to generate gold—both to strengthen the spleen, transform phlegm and eliminate pathogenic factors, and to support vital energy and consolidate the root cause, promoting qi and blood production. Commonly used formulas include Fragrant Sand Six Ingredients Tang, Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang, and Shen Ling Bai Zhu San.

(3) Combining Modern Pharmacological Research and Applying Anti-Cancer Herbal Medicines [4] Herbal medicines that strengthen the spleen, support vital energy, and fight cancer include: Ginseng, Astragalus, Coix Seed, Chicken Gizzard, North Sand Ginseng, Mai Dong, etc.; herbal medicines that clear heat and detoxify and fight cancer include: White Snake Tongue Grass, Half-Branch Lotus, Stone-Seeing Plant, Chonglou, Toad Venom, etc.

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第十五章 肿瘤疾病 邪思想的体现。裴老采用中西医结合治疗 ,充分发挥中西医各自优 势 ,调整机体内环境平衡 ,调动和激发机体潜能 ,以期达到最佳疗 效 ,多数病人可以带瘤生存 ,与癌细胞和平共处",从而达到延长生 存期 ,提高生存质量的目的。 参考文献 [1]裴正学●中西医结合实用内科学[M]●兰州 :甘肃科学技术 出版社 ,2010:854 [2]裴正学●裴正学医学经验集[M]●兰州 :甘肃科学技术出版 社 ,2008:362---364 [3]张桂琼●裴正学临床荟萃[M]●兰州 :甘肃科学技术出版社 ,

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学教授治疗肺癌经验 黄邦荣 【摘要】裴正学教授是甘肃省中医院主任医师、博士生导师、国 家级名老中医、中国中西医结合学会理事。裴正学教授在肿瘤的诊 疗中 , 以他首创的"西医诊断 , 中医辨证、中药为主、西药为辅"中西 医结合"十六字方针"为指导 ,始终认为只有在机体阴阳失调、正气 亏虚的情况下肿瘤才能发生、发展 。肺癌以肺、脾、肾 3 脏论治 ,杏 苏散 、麻杏甘石汤 、葶苈大枣泻肺汤等古方与自拟乌鱼合剂 、抗癌 五味消毒饮、甘苏合剂临证权变治疗肺癌 ,效果明显。 【关键词】裴正学;中医师;肺癌/中医药疗法;经验

裴正学教授是甘肃省中医院主任医师 、博士生导师 、国家级名 老中医、中国中西医结合学会理事 。他首创"西医诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为主 ,西药为辅 "的中西医结合十六字方针 [1],并以"十六字方 针"为主导思想。原发性支气管肺癌(简称肺癌)居恶性肿瘤死因的 第 1 位 , 中医学虽无"肺癌"之病名 ,但类似肺癌症状之记载却散见 于历代中医典籍。《灵枢.玉版》曰:"脱形 ,身热 ,脉小以疾......"《难 经.五十六难》记载:"肺之积 ,名曰息贲 ,在右脊下 ,覆大如杯 ,久不 已 ,令人洒淅寒热 ,喘咳 ,发肺壅。"《证治准绳.杂病咳嗽》曰:"劳嗽 有因......所嗽之痰或浓或淡 ,或时有血腥臭异常 ,语声不出者。 " 《医学衷中参西录》曰:"时时咳吐脓血 ,此肺病已至三期 ,非常药所 能疗矣。 "现将裴正学教授治疗肺癌经验介绍如下 ,供同道参考。

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第十五章 肿瘤疾病 一、裴正学教授对肺癌的中医病因病机认识 肺属金 ,唯火能克 ,故古有 "肺之为病 ,火热为首"之说。火热犯 肺 ,症见高热喘咳 ,痰多脓臭 ,痰中带血 。克肺之火热当为壮火 ,此 火既能食气 ,又能伤阴。食气则肺气虚损 ,伤阴则肺阴耗竭 ,肺气虚 损久之则子病累母 ,乃见脾肺同病 ,症见颜面白 ,食欲不振 ,体乏无 力 ,短气懒言 ,嗽而有痰 , 自汗怕冷 ,颜面及下肢时有轻度浮肿 ,此 为脾肺气虚 。肺阴耗竭久之则母病及子 ,乃见肺肾同病 ,症见胸闷 气短 , 咳嗽吐痰 ,痰黏不利 ,痰中带血 ,骨蒸潮热 ,五心烦热 ,盗汗 , 此为肺肾阴虚 。肺之虚证最易招致风寒之邪乘虚而入 ,此所谓 "邪 之所凑 ,其气必虚",寒邪犯肺即从阳化火 ,症见头痛 ,寒热 ,身痛 , 咳嗽吐痰 ,此为风寒犯肺 。肺病既久 ,久病入络 ,除胸痛咳血 、身体 羸之外 ,胁肋下可见肿块积聚。 二、病案举例

[例 1]患者 ,男 ,70 岁 ,2010 年 10 月 6 日初诊 。主诉:咳嗽、咯 痰 ,痰中带血 1 个月余 。现病史:患者 1 个月前无明显诱因出现咳 嗽、咯痰 ,痰中带血 ,血色鲜红 ,呈渐进性加重 ,伴胸闷气短 、食欲不 振、体乏无力、五心烦热、盗汗、头晕目眩 ,脉细数 ,尺脉弱 ,舌质红 , 舌体胖伴有齿痕 ,苔少。CT 检查示左肺中下叶占位性病变 ,支气管 镜活检病理示鳞状细胞癌。西医诊断:支气管肺癌。中医诊断:肺积 属肺、脾、肾气阴两虚。治宜培土生金、滋阴降火、化痰止血 ,方用杏 苏散 、沙参麦门冬汤 、乌鱼合剂 。处方:北沙参 15g ,麦冬 10g ,玉竹 6g ,石斛 6g ,苏叶 10g ,杏仁 10g ,半夏 6g , 陈皮 6g ,茯苓 12g , 甘草 6g ,枳壳 10g ,桔梗 10g ,党参 10g ,五味子 3g , 白术 10g ,鱼腥草 20g , 乌贼骨 20g ,汉三七 3g(分 2 次冲),生代赭石 20g ,知母 10g ,浙贝 母 10g。水煎服 , 1d1 剂。服药 10 剂后 ,患者无痰中带血 ,食欲不振 , 体乏无力明显好转 , 咳嗽吐痰 , 咳痰量少 ,五心烦热 ,盗汗 ,头晕目

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 眩减轻大半 ,现发热 ,舌质红 ,苔薄白 ,尺脉弱。上方取杏苏散 ,加抗 癌五味消毒饮加味:白花蛇舌草 15g、半枝莲 15g、草河车 15g、虎杖 15g、蚤休 15g、蒲公英 15g、败酱草 15g。水煎服 , 1d1 剂。服药 15 剂 后 ,患者诸症趋好 。取上方 10 倍量药材研末 ,过筛 ,炼蜜为丸 ,9g/ 丸 1 丸/次 ,2 次/d 。3 个月后复诊病情仍平稳 ,生活自理。 按裴老治疗肺癌咯血者 , 总以乌鱼合剂(乌梅 、鱼腥草 、汉三 七 、生赭石 、知母 、浙贝母 、党参 、麦冬 、五味子)为主方 , 临症加减 , 每获奇效 。裴老谓 : 咯血因阴虚火旺、气不摄血者居多 ,鱼腥草 、知母配伍 , 阴虚可 补、火旺可消 ;生脉散益气养阴摄血 ;乌梅 、浙贝母引经 , 同时 ,乌梅 尚有收敛止血之功 ;生赭石降逆止血、汉三七止血而不留瘀。 [例 2]患者 ,女 ,78 岁 ,2011 年 3 月 15 日初诊。 主诉:胸痛、咳喘 ,高热 1 周。现病史:患者家属述 ,患者 1 周前 突发胸痛咳喘 ,高热 ,伴烦渴 ,气短干咳 ,咯血 、颈项结节 ,舌质红而 少苔 ,有瘀斑舌质红 、苔黄腻 ,脉弦滑数 。CT 检查示右肺占位性病 变 ,肺癌相关两项示神经元特异性烯醇化酶(NSE)50●35ng/ml , 细 胞角蛋白 19 片段(CYFRA21--- 1)33●21ng/ml。西医诊断:右肺癌。中 医诊断:肺积 ,属火热犯肺 ,病久入络。治宜宣肺泻火、止咳止血 ,方 用麻杏甘石汤 、甘苏合剂 、凉膈散 、泻白散 、葶苈大枣泻肺汤加味 。 处方:麻黄 10g ,杏仁 10g ,生石膏 30g ,甘草 6g ,桑白皮 10g ,地骨皮 10g ,葶苈子 10g ,连翘 15g ,薄荷 6g , 山栀 10g ,芒硝 10g ,苏叶 10g , 半夏 10g , 阿胶(烊化)10g ,乌梅 10g ,罂粟壳 10g 。水煎服 , 1d1 剂 。 服药 15 剂后 ,咯血量减少 ,余症明显好转 。上方取凉膈散 ,加乌鱼 合剂加味 。处方:鱼腥草 20g ,乌贼骨20g ,汉三七 3g(分2 次冲),生 赭石 20g ,知母 10g ,浙贝母 10g ,麦冬 10g ,党参 10g ,五味子 3g ,仙 鹤草 30g 。取上方 10 倍量药材研末 ,过筛 ,3 次/d ,6g/次 ,温开水冲 服 。2 个月后家属诉患者颈项结节有所变小 ,余恢复如前 ,生活基本自理。

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第十五章 肿瘤疾病 按 裴老认为肺癌发热 ,麻杏甘石汤屡用屡效 。干咳或咳嗽少 痰者 ,采用甘苏合剂(甘草 、苏叶 、半夏 、阿胶 、乌梅 、罂粟壳)治疗 , 咳可止、痰可化、咯血可防可治。 三、讨论

中医学认为:癌症只有在机体阴阳失调 、正气亏虚的情况下 , 才能发生、发展 。裴老认为:肿瘤一旦发生 ,加之手术的创伤 ,化疗 等对正常细胞和肿瘤细胞"敌我不分"的杀伤 ,使正气更虚 , 出现恶 性循环 , 正虚始终为主要矛盾 。此时配合中医药扶正固本非常重 要 ,不仅能减少手术、放化疗、介入治疗等的毒副作用 , 同时能增强 其治疗效果 , 以期提高患者生活质量 ,延长生存期 。在肺癌的病程 中 ,胸水 、上腔静脉压迫综合征 、肺部感染 、疼痛等是常见的并发 症。裴老总结:胸水的产生是邪毒痰瘀结聚于肺 ,肺失宣肃 ,水停为 饮 ,主要基于肺 、脾 、肾三脏论治 ;上腔静脉压迫综合征从瘀血 、水 肿论治 ,活血化瘀、利水肿可使部分患者症状缓解 。裴老常以五苓 散 、五皮饮 、真武汤等为基础方 ,根据症情灵活化裁 ,在胸水 、上腔 静脉压迫综合征的治疗中获效明显。裴老谓:"有一份肿瘤 ,就有一 份感染 ,发热也由此而至 , 即谓肺部感染。"此观点与现代肿瘤炎症 学说不谋而合 , 由此加用抗癌五味消毒饮 , 白花蛇舌草 、半枝莲 、虎 杖 、蚤休 、草河车 ,每每获效 。肺癌疼痛是诸多因素造成的脉络阻 滞 ,不通则痛 ,治疗以"通"为根本大法 。裴老以露蜂房 、延胡索 、川 楝子 、三棱 、莪术 、穿山甲等为药对外敷 , 同时辨证论治加用川乌 、 草乌 、细辛 、马钱子 、雷公藤内服 ,疗效显著 。另外 ,乌鱼合剂由乌 梅、鱼腥草、汉三七、生代赭石、知母 、浙贝母 、党参 、麦冬 、五味子组 成 ,治疗肺癌咯血有良效 [2] 。甘苏合剂由甘草 、苏叶 、半夏 、阿胶 、乌 梅、罂粟壳组成 ,对干咳者能达到药到咳止的效果。

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 3. Typical Case Studies [Case] Patient Liang, male, 70 years old, presented for treatment due to worsening cough and chest pain over three months, accompanied by headache for one week. He reported feeling chest tightness and shortness of breath, with back pain, and experiencing expectoration of blood-tinged sputum in the morning, along with a fever of 38°C. He was rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment. A fiberoptic bronchoscopy revealed central lung cancer in the right lung. Histopathological biopsy confirmed moderate differentiation adenocarcinoma. CT scan showed a 5 cm × 5 cm mass in the middle lobe of the right lung, with pleural invasion and mediastinal lymph node metastasis, as well as widespread intracranial metastases. Physical examination revealed no enlarged lymph nodes throughout the body. Current symptoms: cough, chest tightness and shortness of breath, dyspnea and fatigue, yellow, thick sputum, nausea, headache, poor appetite, red tongue with yellow greasy coating, and wiry-slippery pulse. Western medical diagnosis: Central lung cancer in the right lung, moderate differentiation adenocarcinoma, lung cancer with brain metastasis. Stage: T3N0M1, Stage IV. Lung cancer with brain metastasis; severe headache. In cases of acute conditions, focus on treating the symptoms; it is recommended to first undergo radiotherapy followed by chemotherapy. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnosed the condition as arising from external pathogenic factors—six evils, phlegm-heat accumulation, and blood stasis obstructing the brain. Treatment focused on dispersing wind, clearing heat, transforming phlegm, and stopping cough. Old Master Pei often used the Xuanfei Huatan formula. Medicinal composition: Ma Huang 10g, Xingren 10g, Sheng ShiGao 30g, Gancao 6g, Su Ye 15g, Bai Zhi 6g, Quan Xie 6g, Wugong 2 pieces, Chen Pi 6g, Ban Xia 6g, Bai Zhu 10g, Fu Ling 10g, Huang Qin 20g, Yu Xing Cao 20g, Gua Lou 10g. The herbs are decocted in water and taken as one dose per day, for a total of 7 doses. Second consultation: After taking the medication, cough and sputum production decreased, headache lessened, tongue was red with yellow coating, and pulse was wiry-slow. During radiotherapy, the patient continued to take Pei’s Lanzhou formula. Prescription: Ma Huang 10g, Xingren 10g, Gancao 6g, Bai Zhi 6g, Quan Xie 6g, Wugong 2 pieces, Shou Gong 6g, Chen Pi 6g, Ban Xia 6g, Huang Qin 20g, Yu Xing Cao 20g, Gua Lou 10g, Beisha Shen 15g, Taizi Shen 15g, Lu Dang Shen 15g, Ren Shen Xu 15g, Sheng Di 12g, Shan Yu Rou 30g. A total of 20 doses were prescribed. Third consultation: Radiotherapy had concluded, with a 40 Gray radiation dose to the head. CT scans showed shrinkage of intracranial lesions, reduced pain, and after 3 weeks of rest, the patient underwent NP-based chemotherapy. Following radiotherapy, the patient experienced nausea and loss of appetite, and hair loss was a side effect of radiotherapy. At this stage, the Lanzhou formula was primarily used with adjustments. Beisha Shen 15g, Taizi Shen 15g, Lu Dang Shen 15g, Ren Shen Xu 15g, Sheng Di 12g, Shan Yu Rou 30g, Gui Zhi 10g, Bai Shao 10g, Gancao 6g, Sheng Jiang 6g, Da Zao 6g, Fu Mian Xiao 30g, Mai Dong 10g, Wu Wei Zi 3g, Mu Xiang 6g, Sha Ren 3g, Bai Zhu 10g, Fu Ling 10g, Chen Pi 6g, Ban Xia 6g. Fourth consultation: The patient had completed three chemotherapy cycles, and CT scans showed that the lung tumor had significantly shrunk by 2 cm × 2 cm.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases The tumor was 1.5 cm in size, with no dynamic changes in intracranial metastases. The patient continued to take the Lanzhou formula during chemotherapy, and side effects were minimal. The patient declined further chemotherapy and instead treated with the Lanzhou formula combined with the Xiangsha Liu Junzi Tang, with stable disease progression. Follow-up visits two years later showed no significant progression of the lesions, and the patient’s quality of life improved markedly. 4. Reflections Lung cancer is a malignant tumor that poses a serious threat to human health. Currently, the primary treatment options for lung cancer include surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, immunotherapy, molecular targeted therapy, and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). However, most lung cancer patients are diagnosed at an advanced or late stage, missing opportunities for effective treatment. Therefore, TCM treatment plays a crucial role in managing lung cancer.

Surgical procedures and radiotherapy and chemotherapy aim to eliminate the causative agents of the disease, akin to TCM’s approach of “removing evil”; enhancing the body’s immune function and boosting its ability to fight cancer aligns with TCM’s principle of “strengthening the body’s vital energy.” As the Inner Canon states, “When righteous qi enters the body, evil cannot take hold,” meaning that when evil is removed, righteous qi becomes stable. Old Master Pei’s treatment of lung cancer was guided by the principle of TCM’s focus on strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation, employing methods like “cultivating earth to generate gold” and “strengthening the spleen and nourishing the kidneys,” which proved highly effective. When the Xiangsha Liu Junzi Tang and the Lanzhou formula were taken in conjunction during radiotherapy and chemotherapy, they not only enhanced the therapeutic effects of these treatments but also alleviated toxic side effects, promoted hematopoietic function in the bone marrow, and increased the body’s tolerance to chemotherapy. This patient had lung cancer with brain metastases and mediastinal lymph node metastasis; he experienced cough, chest pain, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and fatigue, with a red tongue, yellow greasy coating, and a wiry-slippery pulse—characteristic of external pathogenic factors, phlegm-heat accumulation, and blood stasis flowing into the brain, where evil and toxins were rampant while righteous qi was deficient [5]. The Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang and the Su Xing San were used to clear heat, transform phlegm, and stop cough, with added Huang Qin, Yu Xing Cao, and Gua Lou to strengthen their heat-clearing and phlegm-transforming effects. Whole scorpion, centipede, and other insect-based herbs were used to calm wind and stop spasms, effectively treating headaches. After radiotherapy, righteous qi was deficient, and both qi and yin were depleted; therefore, in the Xuanfei Huatan formula, the Lanzhou formula and the Xiangsha Liu Junzi Tang were added to nourish yin and replenish qi, strengthen the spleen and nourish the kidneys, addressing both the root cause and the symptoms. Experimental studies have shown that the Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang possesses good antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, cough-relieving, antibacterial, and antiviral properties [6], and it has been remarkably effective in treating lung disorders caused by insufficient lung qi. Old Master Pei was skilled in using the Xing Su San to treat lung qi deficiency and lung dampness-related coughs in all four seasons, as well as chronic and acute bronchitis, achieving remarkable results. Yu Xing Cao enhances immunity and has anti-tumor effects, helping to increase CAMP levels in cancer cells, which exhibit anti-cancer activity [7]. Huang Qin contains flavonoid compounds that possess antibacterial, antioxidant, and stem cell-inducing properties; Huang Qin glycosides have anti-tumor effects, significantly inhibiting the invasion of lung adenocarcinoma cells [8]. Ezhuzhu and Gua Lou possess certain anti-lung cancer effects, interfering with cancer cells

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16 Cases [J]. Journal of Liaoning College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2001, 02: 120. [8] Wang Yingmei, Zheng Haifeng, Wu Tiejun et al. Changes in the Invasion Ability of Lung Adenocarcinoma Cells Before and After Intervention with Huang Qin Glycoside [J]. Hebei Medical Journal, 2012, 09: 142–143. [9] Zhao Tingxiu, Chen Zhenfa, Qiu Xing et al. Experimental Study on the Induction of Human Lung Cancer Cell Apoptosis by Chinese Herbal Medicine Ezhuzhu and Gua Lou in Rabbit Serum [J]. Microcirculation Journal, 2005,(15)01:62–63. [10] Peng Pingya. Clinical Research on the Use of Whole Scorpion, Centipede, and Gecko in the Treatment of Lung Cancer and the Effect of Each Herb on Mouse Lewis Lung Cancer in terms of Tumor Suppression [D]. Master’s Thesis, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 2011: 38–39.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Lung Cancer Qi Yuan Gang, He Haiyun [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue often employs Western medical diagnoses in combination with TCM syndrome differentiation and treatment. Western medical diagnoses rely on clinical symptoms, imaging examinations, and tumor markers; TCM syndrome differentiation views true deficiency as the fundamental basis for the onset and development of lung cancer, adopting the principle of strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation as the main therapeutic approach. Clinically, TCM often combines with radiotherapy and chemotherapy, adopting integrated Chinese and Western medicine treatments, and provides case examples to validate these approaches. [Keywords] Pei Zhengxue; Lung Cancer; Diagnosis and Treatment

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in the integration of Chinese and Western medicine in China. He has developed unique insights into the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer, achieving profound expertise. I had the privilege of studying under him and benefited greatly. Here, I would like to share his experiences with fellow practitioners. Primary bronchogenic carcinoma (commonly referred to as lung cancer) refers to malignant tumors originating in the bronchial mucosa, glands, and alveolar epithelium, and it is one of the most common malignant tumors worldwide. According to a 2000 report by the World Health Organization (WHO), lung cancer ranks first among causes of cancer-related deaths. According to statistics from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) in the United States, the incidence of lung cancer is 50 per 100,000 people, placing it at the top of the list. Some predict that if China fails to promptly control smoking and air pollution, by 2025, the number of lung cancer cases in China will exceed 1 million annually, making China the world’s largest country affected by lung cancer [1]. Consequently, the situation regarding lung cancer in China is particularly grim.

1. Western Medical Diagnosis Old Master Pei believes that early diagnosis of lung cancer is essential to create opportunities for surgical intervention, thereby improving survival rates.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 (A) Clinical Symptoms Cough is a common early symptom; if the tumor is located in the trachea, it may present as a irritating dry cough or a small amount of mucus sputum. If the tumor causes bronchial narrowing, the cough may become more severe, often persisting and producing a high-pitched metallic sound. If secondary infection occurs, the amount of sputum increases, becoming mucopurulent. Hemoptysis is commonly seen in central lung cancer, often presenting as blood in the sputum or intermittent bloody sputum. If the tumor causes partial obstruction of the bronchi, it may lead to localized wheezing; chest tightness and shortness of breath are also common symptoms. If the tumor compresses the large airways, respiratory distress may occur. If the tumor invades or compresses the esophagus, it may cause difficulty swallowing. If the tumor directly compresses or metastasizes to the mediastinal lymph nodes and affects the recurrent laryngeal nerve (often on the left side), hoarseness may develop. If the tumor compresses the superior vena cava, superior vena cava syndrome may occur (the lesion is often located in the upper lobe of the right lung); lung cancer located at the lung apex (lung apical cancer) may compress the cervical sympathetic nerve, leading to Honer’s syndrome. (B) Imaging Examinations Imaging tests are a common yet valuable method for detecting lung cancer. Cytological and pathological examinations are essential for confirming lung cancer. On chest X-rays, lung cancer typically presents with four key characteristics: lobulation, spiculation (radiographic coronal patterns), high density, and peripheral blur. On CT scans, if there is continuous involvement across three planes of the lesion, and if contrast-enhanced images show involvement, a diagnosis can be made; otherwise, the lesion may be due to infection or inflammatory pseudotumors. (C) Tumor Markers CYFRA21-1 is currently considered a tumor marker primarily used for screening lung cancer, especially for diagnosing non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). If there are unclear circular shadows in the lungs, and the serum CYFRA21-1 level exceeds 30 ng/ml, the likelihood of primary bronchogenic lung cancer is very high. The serum CYFRA21-1 level is positively correlated with the clinical stage of the tumor and can serve as an effective indicator for tracking early recurrence after lung cancer surgery and chemotherapy. High serum CYFRA21-1 levels suggest that the disease is progressing and the prognosis is poor. A successful treatment is indicated by a rapid decline in serum CYFRA21-1 levels; conversely, if the level rises again, it suggests that the lesion has not been completely cleared. If the serum level drops and then rises again, it indicates disease recurrence. However, a negative CYFRA21-1 result does not rule out the possibility of lung cancer. The sensitivity of CYFRA21-1 to diagnose various types of lung cancer is ranked as follows: squamous cell carcinoma > adenocarcinoma > large cell carcinoma > small cell carcinoma. Old Master Pei believed that if the enzyme NSE and CYFRA21-1 show mild elevation, it often indicates high differentiation; if the levels rise significantly, it often indicates low differentiation. Small cell lung cancer is the most aggressive type, with a poor prognosis, accounting for approximately 20% of all primary lung cancers. It grows rapidly, exhibits strong invasive power, and has a 100% rate of mediastinal metastasis. Radiotherapy is the most effective treatment. Non-small cell lung cancer accounts for 80% of all primary lung cancers, with squamous cell carcinoma being the most common type, growing slowly and metastasizing later, offering more opportunities for surgery and higher 5-year survival rates. These cancers are not sensitive to radiotherapy; high-differentiation cancers do not require chemotherapy, while chemotherapy is effective for low-differentiation cancers. Adenocarcinoma has shown an increasing trend in recent years, often occurring in women, frequently appearing in peripheral locations. Because adenocarcinoma is rich in blood vessels, local infiltration and hematogenous metastasis occur earlier than in squamous cell carcinoma, making it less sensitive to radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The prognosis of lung cancer depends on early detection, early diagnosis, and early treatment. Generally speaking, squamous cell carcinoma has a better prognosis, adenocarcinoma comes next, and undifferentiated small cell carcinoma has the worst prognosis. 2. TCM Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment (A) True Deficiency as the Foundation for Lung Cancer Development Lung cancer falls within the categories of “lung accumulation,” “stagnation,” “cough,” “hemoptysis,” and “chest pain” in TCM. Old Master Pei believed that true deficiency is the fundamental cause of lung cancer development. Under normal circumstances, the body maintains a state of yin balance and yang harmony, with balanced qi and blood flow; once this balance is disrupted by internal or external factors, illness arises. The Suwen, Supplemental Edition, “On the Method of Acupuncture” states: “When righteous qi resides within, evil cannot take hold.” The Suwen, “On the Evaluation of Heat Disease,” says: “Where evil gathers, qi must be deficient.” It is believed that a deficiency in the body’s righteous qi is the prerequisite and condition for disease onset, as well as the fundamental cause of tumor formation. Jin Zhang Yiyue, in “Essential Methods of Life,” wrote: “Healthy individuals have no accumulation; those who are deficient or weak in the spleen and stomach often develop accumulation.” Ming Li Zhongzi, in “Essential Readings in Medicine,” also noted: “Accumulation arises from a deficiency in righteous qi, allowing evil qi to take hold.” [2] When righteous qi is weak, evil toxins exploit the gaps in the body’s defenses and enter the lungs; stagnation of qi in the lungs leads to impaired ventilation, disruption of qi flow, obstruction of blood circulation, loss of fluid transport, and accumulation of fluids into phlegm. Phlegm clumps and qi stagnates, causing blood stasis in the meridians—over time, evil qi and toxins become bound together, eventually forming masses in the lungs. The growth of lung cancer further depletes righteous qi; when righteous qi is unable to suppress evil, it fuels the progression of lung cancer. Thus, lung cancer arises from deficiency, develops from deficiency, and manifests as a disease characterized by deficiency combined with excess. Modern medicine also recognizes that the development of malignant tumors is closely related to the decline of the body’s defensive functions, especially a decrease in cellular immunity. Growing tumors can further suppress the body’s immune function. This perspective aligns with TCM’s understanding of tumors.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 (B) Strengthening the Body’s Vital Energy and Consolidating Its Foundation as the Main Therapeutic Approach Based on the characteristic of lung cancer—where true deficiency precedes actual excess—and following the principle that when righteous qi prevails, evil qi recedes and the accumulated qi is naturally eliminated, Old Master Pei adopted strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation as the basic therapeutic approach for lung cancer. When applying this principle, the core of the treatment lies in strengthening the spleen and nourishing the kidneys. Therefore, using太子参, Partya Shen, Beisha Shen, and Ren Shen Xu to strengthen the spleen and replenish the middle jiao is considered the primary remedy for strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation; Sheng Mai San benefits qi and nourishes yin. Sheng Di, Shan Yao, and Shan Yu Rou are chosen for their intention to nourish the kidneys and generate marrow; Shan Yu Rou should be used in larger quantities—Old Master Pei generally used 30g, adding Gui Zhi Tang to regulate the yin and yang, stabilize the internal organs, enhance the body’s immune function, and adding Ganmai Da Zao Tang to nourish the heart and calm the mind. As early as 1974, this formula was named “Lanzhou Formula” after successfully treating one case of acute monoblastic leukemia (M5) at the Suzhou Hematology Conference. It integrates strengthening the spleen and nourishing the kidneys, nourishing yin and supporting yang, and benefiting qi and nourishing blood—all in one, fully embodying TCM’s principles of strengthening the body’s vital energy, holistic thinking, and syndrome differentiation. When treating lung cancer, the Lanzhou Formula serves as the basic formula, with clinical adjustments made according to individual symptoms, yielding numerous positive outcomes. For intermittent cough and sputum production, add Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang or Su Xing San; for excessive sputum, add Sang Bai Pi or Di Gu Pi; for shortness of breath, add Ting Li Zi or Da Zao; for elderly patients, add San Zi Yang Qin Tang; for hemoptysis, add Mo Yu San Dai (Uchi Gu, Yu Xing Cao, San Qi Fen, Dai Jue Shi); for prolonged illness without improvement, add Dang Gui or Sheng Di; if the tongue coating is yellow and thick, add Yu Xing Cao or Huang Qin; for asthma, use the Lanzhou Formula as the core component, adding Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang or Xiao Qing Long Tang; for pulmonary emphysema, use the Lanzhou Formula as the core, adding Sheng Mai San, Zi Shi Ying, Chen Xiang, and Gui Zhi; for chest pain, use Xiao Xian Xiong Tang, or even Su Jing, Er Chou, Xiang Fu, or Weiling Xian; for bone metastasis and systemic pain, add Gui Zhi Tang with Gui Zhi, Sheng Di, and Sheng Mei; for loss of appetite after chemotherapy, add Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Wan or Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang to the core of the Lanzhou Formula; after chemotherapy, when white blood cell counts drop, add Sheng Bai Wu Yao (Huang Qi, Bu Gu Zhi, Ji Xue Teng, Dang Gui, Nu Zhen Zi) to the Lanzhou Formula. (C) TCM’s approach of strengthening the body’s vital energy and consolidating its foundation in conjunction with radiotherapy and chemotherapy reflects the principle of strengthening the body’s vital energy while eliminating evil. Currently, the primary treatments for lung cancer remain surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy. Surgical treatment can only remove visible tumors, but it leaves little room for preventing recurrence and metastasis. Radiotherapy and chemotherapy, while killing tumor cells, also damage normal cells—especially affecting bone marrow hematopoietic function and leading to a decline in the body’s immune function. TCM offers multiple pathways, multiple targets, fewer toxic side effects, and lower resistance development in the treatment of lung cancer. Its strengths lie in enabling patients to live with the tumor, though…

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[1] Pei Zhengxue ● Collection of Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M] ● Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2003:322–324

[2] Pei Zhengxue ● Practical Internal Medicine Combining Chinese and Western Medicine [M] ● Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2010:854–866

[3] Yu Yueming, Zhou Jianhua ● A Brief Analysis of Tumor Immunopathology and Deficiency of Spleen and Kidney [J] ● Hebei Journal of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, 1996, 5(1):164–165 [4] Jiang Chumeng, Pang Minrong, Gong Liyan ● Clinical Observation on the Efficacy of Chinese Herbs for Strengthening Spleen and Nourishing Kidney in Combination with Chemotherapy for Advanced Tumors and Their Impact on Immune Markers [J] ● Chinese Journal of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, 2001, 21(12):885

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer Zhao Xiaopeng, Chen Guangyan, Wang Xin

[Abstract] This article introduces Professor Pei Zhengxue’s academic philosophy of “Western medical diagnosis, Chinese medical syndrome differentiation, Chinese medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach,” along with his clinical experience in diagnosing and treating lung cancer under this framework. Keywords: Lung cancer; Pei Zhengxue; Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine; Experience. Lung cancer, also known as “bronchogenic carcinoma,” is a malignant tumor originating in the bronchi and lungs. The incidence and mortality rates of lung cancer worldwide continue to rise, with lung cancer now ranking first among all malignant tumors in terms of mortality, posing a serious threat to human health and well-being[1]. Depending on the histological type and stage of lung cancer, Western medicine can employ various treatment options such as surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. However, due to the local nature of surgical treatments and radiation therapy, as well as the toxic side effects of chemotherapy, there remain few effective strategies for preventing recurrence and metastasis, which limits the overall improvement in therapeutic efficacy. In contrast, Traditional Chinese Medicine possesses multi-pathway and multi-target synergistic effects, giving it unique advantages in regulating the body’s responsiveness and enhancing immune system function. Numerous clinical and experimental studies have demonstrated that integrating Chinese and Western medicine in the treatment of lung cancer represents an important approach[2].

Professor Pei Zhengxue (hereafter referred to as “Old Master Pei”) is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, with over 50 years of clinical experience and extensive knowledge. He is particularly skilled in treating liver diseases, kidney diseases, autoimmune disorders, blood disorders, and malignant tumors—complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions that have earned him widespread recognition throughout Gansu Province and deep trust and admiration from many patients. Having treated numerous severe cases, Old Master Pei once cured a patient with acute mononuclear leukemia using the “Lanzhou Formula” as his primary treatment as early as the 1960s[3]. I had the privilege of studying under Old Master Pei, and now I would like to share with you Old Master Pei’s experience in integrating Chinese and Western medicine for the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer:

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collected Works, Volume 2 I. Old Master Pei’s Academic Philosophy of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine As early as the 1980s, Old Master Pei pioneered the “Sixteen-Character Approach” to integrated Chinese and Western medicine, which emphasizes “Western medical diagnosis, Chinese medical syndrome differentiation, Chinese medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach.” Because this approach provides comprehensive guidance for clinical practice in integrated Chinese and Western medicine and has opened new avenues for the development of Chinese medicine, it was hailed by then-Minister of Health Chen Minzhang as the “Sixteen-Character Principle.” The “Sixteen-Character Principle” has since garnered attention from Chinese and Western medicine professionals across the country, becoming a key school of thought in the field of integrated Chinese and Western medicine today. II. Old Master Pei’s Clinical Experience in Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine for Lung Cancer (1) Western Medical Diagnosis “Western medical diagnosis” refers to utilizing all available Western diagnostic methods to accurately determine the diagnosis of a disease, which helps to grasp the common patterns and principles underlying the illness. Early-stage lung cancer often presents atypical symptoms; Old Master Pei believed that, in addition to relying on clinical symptoms and physical signs, comprehensive examinations such as chest CT scans, tumor markers, sputum cytology, percutaneous lung needle biopsy, and fiberoptic bronchoscopy are crucial for confirming lung cancer diagnoses. These methods should be actively employed. One should not reject Western diagnostic techniques simply because one seeks to emphasize traditional Chinese medicine; otherwise, misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment may occur, potentially affecting the patient’s prognosis. Lung cancer tends to metastasize to bone and brain; for patients with malignant tumors whose primary lesions remain unclear, especially those with bone or brain metastases, the focus should first be on determining whether the primary lesion originates in the lungs. (2) Chinese Medical Syndrome Differentiation “Chinese medical syndrome differentiation” involves making diagnoses based on Western medical findings, but within specific contextual frameworks. This approach helps to understand the individualized patterns of the disease, much like the recent trend toward “personalized” healthcare practices in Western medicine. Established upon the foundation of Western medical diagnosis, Chinese medical syndrome differentiation naturally integrates both the commonalities and the unique characteristics of the disease, thereby significantly improving the accuracy of diagnosis—much like fishing in a net, where the fish are caught more precisely than when fishing in the open sea[4]. It is important to emphasize that this “Chinese medical syndrome differentiation” does not mean immediately employing cooling and detoxifying therapies whenever inflammation is detected, or using blood circulation-promoting therapies whenever blood viscosity is high; nor does it mean immediately administering laxatives when test results indicate elevated levels or supplementing with tonics when test results show low values… Rather, it still follows traditional principles, focusing on the external pathogen as the primary factor.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Instead, one should adopt the Six Meridians theory, the Wei Qi, Ying Blood, and San Jiao theories, and for internal injuries, the Eight Principles theory and the organs-based diagnostic approaches. The diagnostic experiences of physicians throughout history can all be utilized, reflecting a commitment to traditional Chinese medical syndrome differentiation and the emphasis on Chinese medicine’s distinctive features.

Old Master Pei highly valued Li Zhongzi’s statement in “Yizong Bi Du – Accumulation”: “When accumulation reaches its peak, it is due to insufficient righteous qi, allowing evil qi to take hold.” He also appreciated Chen Shigong’s view in “Shu Ke Zheng Zu”: “When accumulation reaches its peak, it is due to deficiency of righteous qi; when righteous qi is deficient, accumulation forms.” Old Master Pei believed that lung cancer falls under the categories of “lung accumulation,” “coughing up blood,” and “chest obstruction” in traditional Chinese medicine. The etiology and pathogenesis of lung cancer involve both deficiency of righteous qi and excess of evil qi—deficiency of qi and yin as the root cause, while phlegm, fluid retention, and blood stasis act as external factors. On the basis of this root deficiency, phlegm, fluid retention, and blood stasis—these external evils—become increasingly concentrated and interwoven, competing with righteous qi. When evil qi overwhelms righteous qi, lung cancer ultimately develops and progresses.

(3) Chinese Medicine as the Primary Treatment, Western Medicine as a Supplementary Approach “The principle of ‘Chinese medicine as the primary treatment, Western medicine as a supplementary approach’ means emphasizing the therapeutic role of traditional Chinese medicine. It is clear that the primary goal of this approach is to develop Chinese medicine, not Western medicine. Old Master Pei believed that Western surgical procedures, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy target the causative agents of the disease, directly killing or inhibiting tumor cells; while Chinese medicine focuses on strengthening righteous qi and nourishing the body’s defenses, helping to greatly reduce the side effects of surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, thereby enhancing the efficacy of these treatments. The two approaches complement each other perfectly, working in harmony without contradiction. Patients with lung cancer often experience both excess of evil qi and deficiency of righteous qi—but the deficiency of righteous qi runs through every stage of lung cancer’s development, serving as the primary source of conflict. Therefore, treatment should primarily focus on strengthening righteous qi and nourishing the body’s defenses, always keeping in mind the need to protect original qi and stomach qi; Western medicine, specifically chemotherapy, should serve as a supplementary approach, targeting the evil qi when appropriate, and if the lesion is localized, surgery or radiation therapy can be considered. Commonly, the “Lanzhou Formula” is used with adjustments to benefit qi, strengthen the spleen, nourish the kidneys, harmonize the yin and yang, and preserve both innate and acquired qi.” The “Lanzhou Formula” was developed by Old Master Pei and named at the 1974 Suzhou Hematology Conference after successfully curing a patient with acute mononuclear leukemia (M5). The formula consists of Lu Dang Shen, Tai Zi Shen, Bei Sha Shen, Ren Shen Xu, Sheng Di, Shan Yu Rou, Shan Yao, Gui Zhi, Bai Shao, Gan Cao, Sheng Jiang, Da Zao, Mai Dong, Wu Wei Zi, and Fu Xian Mai. Among them, Lu Dang Shen, Tai Zi Shen, Bei Sha Shen, and Ren Shen Xu are highly tonifying for the middle jiao; Sheng Di, Shan Yu Rou, and Shan Yao are the “three tonics” of the Liu Wei Di Huang Wan, effectively nourishing the kidneys and generating marrow, while Sheng Mai Yi Qi and Nourishing Yin; Gui Zhi Tang externally harmonizes the yin and yang, regulating the body’s immune function—and internally stabilizes the organs, serving as a precursor to Xiao Jian Zhong Tang, capable of replenishing qi and nurturing gold from earth. Through years of clinical practice, Old Master Pei found that this formula not only showed remarkable efficacy in treating leukemia but also proved effective in treating lung cancer, reducing adverse reactions after surgery and chemotherapy in lung cancer patients.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collected Works, Volume 2 By reducing adverse reactions and improving the quality of life and survival time of lung cancer patients, the formula achieved significant benefits. III. Typical Cases Patient Li, male, 63 years old. In February 2010, he sought medical attention due to “intermittent chest tightness and shortness of breath for one year.” After undergoing chest CT scans, bronchoscopy, and other tests, he was diagnosed with “left lung cancer,” and was recommended for surgical treatment. Prior to surgery, he took 10 doses of the “Lanzhou Formula,” and his general condition improved considerably. On February 19, 2010, the patient underwent “left lung cancer and left lung total resection” under general anesthesia. Postoperative pathology revealed: squamous cell carcinoma of the left upper lung, grade II; no cancerous tissue was found at the margins of the bronchus, though lymph nodes showed metastasis (1/8). After surgery, the patient’s chest tightness and shortness of breath eased, and he reported feeling fatigued and weak, with poor appetite. He returned to Old Master Pei’s clinic for follow-up care, where Old Master Pei prescribed another 14 doses of the “Lanzhou Formula.” Following medication, his fatigue and weakness, as well as his poor appetite, improved markedly, and his chest tightness and shortness of breath further subsided. After continuing to take the formula for another 14 doses, his fatigue, weakness, and poor appetite disappeared, and he experienced no significant chest tightness or shortness of breath. Subsequently, the patient and his family went to Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital for postoperative chemotherapy. They received four cycles of the GP regimen (GEM 1.8 on day 1 and day 8; DDP 30 mg on day 1–3), with Grade I gastrointestinal reactions and Grade I bone marrow suppression. After taking 20 doses of the “Lanzhou Formula,” gastrointestinal reactions disappeared, and bone marrow suppression improved. Since then, the patient continued to take Pei’s Sheng Xue Granules (a traditional Chinese medicine formulated by Old Master Pei based on the “Lanzhou Formula”), and has remained healthy to this day, with good mental state, diet, sleep, and bowel movements. References: [1] Liu Ying. Clinical Observation of 40 Cases Treated with Traditional Chinese Medicine for Lung Cancer [J]. Practical Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2012, 26(9):21. [2] Huang Zhenzhou, Zhang Xu. Research Progress in Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine for Lung Cancer [J]. Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2012, 29(3):129–131. [3] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008:234–240. [4] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008:33.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Malignant Lymphoma Wang Xin, Chen Guangyan, Zhao Xiaopeng, Yin Yuehong [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue is renowned for his expertise in treating complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions, particularly in the field of malignant lymphoma. Old Master Pei believes that deficiency of righteous qi is the key factor behind the onset of malignant lymphoma, and that strengthening righteous qi and nourishing the body’s defenses is the fundamental approach to treatment. In clinical practice, Old Master Pei uses the “Lanzhou Formula” as a foundational treatment, combined with Western medical therapies and radiation therapy, achieving remarkable therapeutic results for this condition. [Keywords] Malignant lymphoma; Clinical Experience; Pei Zhengxue; Famous Physician’s Experience

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a nationally recognized veteran Chinese medicine practitioner, one of the first group of famous Chinese medicine practitioners in Gansu Province, a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a recipient of a special government allowance. He has been engaged in clinical, teaching, and research work in integrated Chinese and Western medicine for over 50 years, having authored numerous works and accumulated extensive clinical experience. His “Sixteen-Character Approach to Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine”—which emphasizes “Western medical diagnosis, Chinese medical syndrome differentiation, Chinese medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach”—has become one of the most important pathways for advancing Chinese medicine today, receiving high regard from both domestic Chinese medicine practitioners and integrated Chinese and Western medicine scholars. Old Master Pei is celebrated for his expertise in treating complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions, particularly for his rich experience in the treatment of malignant lymphoma (ML). I had the privilege of studying under Old Master Pei, observing his clinical practice closely, learning from his teachings, and benefiting greatly. Now, I would like to share Old Master Pei’s experience in integrating Chinese and Western medicine for the treatment of malignant lymphoma, offering it as a reference for colleagues.

I. Old Master Pei’s Understanding of ML ML is a malignant tumor that originates in the lymph nodes or in tissues and organs outside the lymphatic system.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collected Works, Volume 2 Based on clinical and pathological characteristics, ML is classified into two major categories: Hodgkin lymphoma (Hodgkin’s lymphoma, HL) and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, NHL). Depending on the cellular composition, ML can present in various subtypes. The disease often begins with painless, progressive enlargement of the cervical and supraclavicular lymph nodes; enlarged lymph nodes can spread to various parts of the body, frequently accompanied by systemic symptoms such as fever, night sweats, weight loss, and cachexia. Modern medicine generally treats this disease with a combination of chemotherapy and radiation therapy, as well as biological therapies such as monoclonal antibodies. Most patients do not achieve a cure, and the toxic side effects of these medications can be quite severe, with some patients unable to tolerate them. The use of traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies not only alleviates the toxic side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy but also enhances the efficacy of these treatments. Therefore, the integration of Chinese and Western medicine represents the optimal approach to treating this disease. Under the guidance of Old Master Pei’s “Sixteen-Character Approach to Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine,” which emphasizes “Western medical diagnosis, Chinese medical syndrome differentiation, Chinese medicine as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach,” the diagnosis is clarified through cellular morphology and imaging studies; the eight meridians and the six organs are used as the basis for prescription formulation; traditional Chinese medicine formulas are employed to enhance the body’s responsiveness. At the same time, Western medical therapies and radiation therapy are used to directly kill lymphoma cells and weaken the causative agents of the disease. Old Master Pei believed that deficiency of righteous qi and the coexistence of phlegm and blood stasis constitute the underlying mechanisms of the disease; deficiency of righteous qi is the root cause, while phlegm and blood stasis are the external manifestations. The core mechanism of the disease is rooted in deficiency of righteous qi and excess of evil qi, and strengthening righteous qi and nourishing the body’s defenses serves as the overarching principle throughout the treatment of this condition. The “Lanzhou Formula” is Old Master Pei’s foundational formula for treating ML; it became famous after curing a patient with ML, and was named at the 1974 Suzhou Hematology Conference. The formula is derived from a combination of Liu Wei Di Huang Wan, Sheng Mai San, Gan Mai Da Zao Tang, and Gui Zhi Tang. In the formula, Lu Dang Shen, Tai Zi Shen, Ren Shen Xu, and Bei Sha Shen are used to tonify the middle jiao and support the innate qi; Sheng Di Huang, Shan Yu Rou, and Shan Yao nourish the kidneys and replenish essence to strengthen the innate qi; Sheng Mai San strengthens the spleen and nourishes the lungs, benefiting qi and nourishing yin; Gan Mai Da Zao Tang nourishes the heart and calms the spirit; Xiao Jian Zhong Tang strengthens the middle jiao and externally harmonizes the yin and yang, thus balancing the disharmony between the organs. The entire formula nourishes the kidneys and strengthens the spleen, supporting righteous qi and nourishing the body’s defenses; in clinical practice, it is combined with herbs that promote blood circulation, dissolve hard masses, and eliminate toxins—such as those used in Western medical therapies and radiation therapy—for the purpose of treating the disease. Often, this combination yields remarkable therapeutic results. II. Typical Cases [Case 1] Liu, female, 53 years old, presented for her first visit on July 12, 2011. Her chief complaint was pain in the inguinal region and lower back, accompanied by frequent urination for more than one month. Her medical history included pain in the inguinal region and lower back, abdominal distension, loose stools, frequent urination, occasional nausea, weight loss, night sweats, a dark complexion, and a pale tongue with yellowish greasy coating and a wiry, tense pulse. Bilateral cervical, axillary, and inguinal lymph nodes were enlarged, resembling dates in size, relatively hard to the touch, with limited mobility. Ultrasound showed multiple oval-shaped hypoechoic nodules of varying sizes in the retroperitoneal area and within the abdominal cavity, as well as in the bilateral iliac vessels, with a maximum diameter of approximately 3 cm × 2 cm. Additionally, hypoechoic nodular masses were observed in the left neck, supraclavicular fossa, and axilla. A biopsy of the left neck mass revealed a pathological diagnosis of NHL, T-cell type. Abdominal CT scan indicated enlargement of the retroperitoneal area and within the abdominal cavity, as well as enlarged lymph nodes in the bilateral iliac vessels, with a space-occupying lesion in the bladder. Western medical diagnosis: 1. NHL; 2. Bladder implantation. Chinese medical syndrome differentiation: deficiency of both spleen and kidney, with phlegm and blood stasis coexisting. Treatment method: tonify the kidneys and strengthen the spleen, resolve phlegm and promote blood circulation, soften hard masses and disperse nodules, and promote diuresis and urinary flow. Prescription: Bei Sha Shen 15 g, Tai Zi Shen 15 g, Ren Shen Xu 15 g, Lu Dang Shen 15 g, Sheng Di Huang 12 g, Shan Yu Rou 30 g, Water Leech Powder 10 g (taken in divided doses), San Ling 10 g, Erythrina 10 g, Seaweed 10 g, Kelp 10 g, Panax Notoginseng 3 g (taken in divided doses), Anemarrhena Asphodeloides 20 g, Phellodendron Amurense 6 g, Sericite 10 g, Trichosanthes Kirilowii 6 g, Licorice Root 6 g, Machaone Seed 1 piece (fried in oil), and Coptis Chinensis 15 g (soaked in water for 1 hour), Scorpion 6 g, Ligusticum Chuanxiong 15 g (soaked in water for 1 hour), Tripterygium Wilfordii 20 g (peeled and soaked in water for 1 hour). Take one dose daily, decocted in water and consumed. Combine with Western medical chemotherapy, using the CHOP regimen.

On August 1, 2011, the second visit: after half a month of treatment with the formula, the patient underwent one round of chemotherapy. The pain in the lower back and legs had eased, the inguinal pain also decreased, frequent urination improved, abdominal distension and discomfort in the abdomen lessened, appetite declined, sleep was poor, and the patient felt tired and weak. The tongue was red, the coating was thin and yellow, and the pulse was wiry and large. The medication was appropriately adjusted, and the previous treatment plan was continued. Three additional doses of the formula were added, along with Dan Shen 30 g, Mu Xiang 6 g, and Cao Ku 6 g to regulate qi and warm the stomach. The treatment continued for another half month. On August 16, 2011, the third visit: after another half month of treatment with the formula, the patient underwent one more round of chemotherapy. The pain in the lower back and legs, as well as the inguinal region, had significantly reduced, frequent urination had nearly healed, abdominal distension and discomfort lessened, appetite remained poor, and the tongue and pulse were similar to before. The treatment plan was continued, and the patient continued to take the formula for another half month. On September 3, 2011, ultrasound showed hypoechoic nodules in the retroperitoneal area and within the abdominal cavity, with a maximum diameter of approximately 1 cm × 1 cm. Abdominal CT scan revealed enlargement of lymph nodes in the retroperitoneal area and within the abdominal cavity, as well as in the bilateral iliac vessels, with a space-occupying lesion in the bladder that had shrunk compared to the previous examination. The patient’s condition had improved significantly. Since then, over the following years, the patient continued to treat the condition with adjustments to the formula, consistently undergoing five rounds of chemotherapy.

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Input: 然近期疗效不如化疗 ,但远期生存显示出一定优势 ,坚持治疗可以 改善症状 ,对抗和预防放化疗副作用 ,提高生活质量 ,延长生存期 , 这正是中医药的优势所在 。西医化疗以最大程度地杀灭癌瘤为目 标 ,虽然近期有效率较好 ,但生存质量和远期疗效不尽人意 。 因此 两者具有优势互补 , 中西医结合治疗肺癌显得很有必要[3]。 三、典型病例

[病案 1]陈某 ,男 ,69 岁 ,有吸烟史 。患者于 2009 年 4 月出现 咳嗽咯痰 ,痰呈白色泡沫状 ,量少 ,易咳出 ,伴右胸隐痛不适 ,胸闷 , 气短。2009 年 7 月 20 日去兰大一院拍胸部 CT 示:①肺气肿 ;②右 下肺炎症 ;③左下肺结节影 ;④双侧胸腔积液 ,胸膜肥厚 ;⑤主动脉 壁钙化 。B 超检查示:①肝脏多发性实质非均质占位性病变 ;②双 肾囊性占位性病变(囊肿 ,右肾多发);③胆胰脾未见明显异常 。行 CT 下肺穿刺活检术 , 病理切片送甘肃省肿瘤医院会诊后诊断为 : 肺癌 ,多考虑低分化鳞状细胞癌。给予抗炎、止咳化痰等对症治疗 , 未予其他特殊治疗。胸闷气短减轻 ,但右侧胸部仍疼痛。2009 年 9 月 7 日于甘肃省肿瘤医院中西医结合科住院 。经完善相关检查及 化验后诊断为:支气管肺癌(右侧 ,低分化鳞癌),肺内转移 ,癌性渗 出性胸膜炎(双侧),肝脏转移 。TNM 分期:CT4NXM1Ⅳ期 ,卡氏评 分:80 分 。于 200911 给予 GP 方案(吉西他滨1●6g ,d1 ,8;卡铂 500mgd1) 化 疗 一 周 期 ;20099、200929、200919、 20105、20101 分别行 GP 方案 (吉西他滨 1●6gd1 ,8 ; 顺铂 30mgd1---3)五周期。化疗同时给予中药:北沙参 15g ,潞党参 15g ,太 子参 15g ,人参须 15g ,生地 15g , 山茱萸 30g , 山药 15g ,麦冬 10g , 五味子 3g ,浮小麦 30g ,桂枝 10g , 白芍 10g ,生姜 6g ,甘草 6g ,大枣 4 枚 。久服不辍 。化疗顺利 ,无恶性呕吐 ,无明显脱发 ,无白细胞及 血小板下降 。患者咳嗽胸痛显著减轻 。201010 查血常规:白细 胞 (WBC):5●68×109/L , 红 细 胞 (RBC):5●26×1012/L , 血 红 蛋 白

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 (HGB):162g/L ,血小板(PLT):101×109/L 。肿瘤标志物:癌胚抗原 (CEA):1.7ng/mL ,CYFRA21---1:1.05ng/mL ,NSE:8.7ng/mL 。B 超检 查示:肝囊性占位 。胸部 CT 示:右肺癌治疗后 ,左肺叶结节较前缩 小 。肺部病灶未见进展 ,未见新发病灶。 [病案 2]李某 ,男 ,40 岁 , 咳嗽咳血 7 月余 ,声音嘶哑伴气短恶 心 6 月 。胸部 CT 示:肺癌(右肺上叶),右肺不张 ,右侧胸腔积液 , 纵隔淋巴结肿大 ,心包积液。病理检查:小细胞肺癌。头颅核磁:脑 转移。肿瘤标记物:CA125:212U/mL ,CEA:84.6ng/mL ,CYFRA21---1: 12.89ng/mL ,NSE:24.5ng/mL 。查体:端坐位 ,双侧颈部淋巴结肿大 , 颈静脉怒张 ,头面部、颈部及双上肢凹陷性水肿 ,胸壁血管显露 ,右 肺可闻及少许哮鸣音 ,右下肺呼吸音低。诊断为:肺癌(右 ,小细胞) 脑 转 移 ; 上 腔 静 脉 综 合 征 。 行 EP 方 案 (vP---16100mgd1---5 , DDP30mgd1---4) 紧急抢救性化疗 。静滴头孢哌酮舒巴坦钠 3.0 抗 炎 , 口服古圣Ⅱ号 2 粒/次 ,3 次/d 以利尿消肿。同时口服中药:北沙 参 15g ,潞党参 15g ,太子参 15g ,人参须 15g , 生地 15g , 山药 15g , 山茱萸 30g ,麦冬 10g ,五味子 3g ,乌梅 4 枚 ,鱼腥草 15g ,汉三七 3g (冲),知母 20g ,浙贝母 10g ,麻黄 10g ,杏仁 10g ,生石膏 30g ,浮小 麦 30g , 桂 枝 10g , 白 芍 10g , 生 姜 6g , 甘草 6g , 大 枣 4 枚 , 代 赭 石 15g 。化疗结束 ,患者咳嗽 、咳痰 、咳血消失 ,气短减轻 ,小便量及次 数较多 。查体:右侧卧位 ,颈部血管无怒张 ,胸壁血管仍显露 ,双上 臂无水肿。 四、结语 裴老认为 ,西医放化疗虽不能彻底治愈肺癌 ,但其直接杀伤或 抑制癌细胞 ,在解决癌症标实方面具有中药无法比拟的优势 ,但中 药在调整机体的反应性 , 防治化疗的毒副作用方面 ,具有很好的效 果 。西医的放化疗如矛消灭敌人 ,杀灭癌细胞 , 中医的扶正固本好 比是盾 ,保护自己 ,保护正气 。 中药扶正配合西医放化疗是扶正祛

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第十五章 肿瘤疾病 邪思想的体现。裴老采用中西医结合治疗 ,充分发挥中西医各自优 势 ,调整机体内环境平衡 ,调动和激发机体潜能 ,以期达到最佳疗 效 ,多数病人可以带瘤生存 ,与癌细胞和平共处",从而达到延长生 存期 ,提高生存质量的目的。 参考文献 [1]裴正学●中西医结合实用内科学[M]●兰州 :甘肃科学技术 出版社 ,2010:854 [2]裴正学●裴正学医学经验集[M]●兰州 :甘肃科学技术出版 社 ,2008:362---364 [3]张桂琼●裴正学临床荟萃[M]●兰州 :甘肃科学技术出版社 ,

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学教授治疗肺癌经验 黄邦荣 【摘要】裴正学教授是甘肃省中医院主任医师、博士生导师、国 家级名老中医、中国中西医结合学会理事。裴正学教授在肿瘤的诊 疗中 , 以他首创的"西医诊断 , 中医辨证、中药为主、西药为辅"中西 医结合"十六字方针"为指导 ,始终认为只有在机体阴阳失调、正气 亏虚的情况下肿瘤才能发生、发展 。肺癌以肺、脾、肾 3 脏论治 ,杏 苏散 、麻杏甘石汤 、葶苈大枣泻肺汤等古方与自拟乌鱼合剂 、抗癌 五味消毒饮、甘苏合剂临证权变治疗肺癌 ,效果明显。 【关键词】裴正学;中医师;肺癌/中医药疗法;经验

裴正学教授是甘肃省中医院主任医师 、博士生导师 、国家级名 老中医、中国中西医结合学会理事 。他首创"西医诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为主 ,西药为辅 "的中西医结合十六字方针 [1],并以"十六字方 针"为主导思想。原发性支气管肺癌(简称肺癌)居恶性肿瘤死因的 第 1 位 , 中医学虽无"肺癌"之病名 ,但类似肺癌症状之记载却散见 于历代中医典籍。《灵枢.玉版》曰:"脱形 ,身热 ,脉小以疾......"《难 经.五十六难》记载:"肺之积 ,名曰息贲 ,在右脊下 ,覆大如杯 ,久不 已 ,令人洒淅寒热 ,喘咳 ,发肺壅。"《证治准绳.杂病咳嗽》曰:"劳嗽 有因......所嗽之痰或浓或淡 ,或时有血腥臭异常 ,语声不出者。 " 《医学衷中参西录》曰:"时时咳吐脓血 ,此肺病已至三期 ,非常药所 能疗矣。 "现将裴正学教授治疗肺癌经验介绍如下 ,供同道参考。

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第十五章 肿瘤疾病 一、裴正学教授对肺癌的中医病因病机认识 肺属金 ,唯火能克 ,故古有 "肺之为病 ,火热为首"之说。火热犯 肺 ,症见高热喘咳 ,痰多脓臭 ,痰中带血 。克肺之火热当为壮火 ,此 火既能食气 ,又能伤阴。食气则肺气虚损 ,伤阴则肺阴耗竭 ,肺气虚 损久之则子病累母 ,乃见脾肺同病 ,症见颜面白 ,食欲不振 ,体乏无 力 ,短气懒言 ,嗽而有痰 , 自汗怕冷 ,颜面及下肢时有轻度浮肿 ,此 为脾肺气虚 。肺阴耗竭久之则母病及子 ,乃见肺肾同病 ,症见胸闷 气短 , 咳嗽吐痰 ,痰黏不利 ,痰中带血 ,骨蒸潮热 ,五心烦热 ,盗汗 , 此为肺肾阴虚 。肺之虚证最易招致风寒之邪乘虚而入 ,此所谓 "邪 之所凑 ,其气必虚",寒邪犯肺即从阳化火 ,症见头痛 ,寒热 ,身痛 , 咳嗽吐痰 ,此为风寒犯肺 。肺病既久 ,久病入络 ,除胸痛咳血 、身体 羸之外 ,胁肋下可见肿块积聚。 二、病案举例

[例 1]患者 ,男 ,70 岁 ,2010 年 10 月 6 日初诊 。主诉:咳嗽、咯 痰 ,痰中带血 1 个月余 。现病史:患者 1 个月前无明显诱因出现咳 嗽、咯痰 ,痰中带血 ,血色鲜红 ,呈渐进性加重 ,伴胸闷气短 、食欲不 振、体乏无力、五心烦热、盗汗、头晕目眩 ,脉细数 ,尺脉弱 ,舌质红 , 舌体胖伴有齿痕 ,苔少。CT 检查示左肺中下叶占位性病变 ,支气管 镜活检病理示鳞状细胞癌。西医诊断:支气管肺癌。中医诊断:肺积 属肺、脾、肾气阴两虚。治宜培土生金、滋阴降火、化痰止血 ,方用杏 苏散 、沙参麦门冬汤 、乌鱼合剂 。处方:北沙参 15g ,麦冬 10g ,玉竹 6g ,石斛 6g ,苏叶 10g ,杏仁 10g ,半夏 6g , 陈皮 6g ,茯苓 12g , 甘草 6g ,枳壳 10g ,桔梗 10g ,党参 10g ,五味子 3g , 白术 10g ,鱼腥草 20g , 乌贼骨 20g ,汉三七 3g(分 2 次冲),生代赭石 20g ,知母 10g ,浙贝 母 10g。水煎服 , 1d1 剂。服药 10 剂后 ,患者无痰中带血 ,食欲不振 , 体乏无力明显好转 , 咳嗽吐痰 , 咳痰量少 ,五心烦热 ,盗汗 ,头晕目

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 眩减轻大半 ,现发热 ,舌质红 ,苔薄白 ,尺脉弱。上方取杏苏散 ,加抗 癌五味消毒饮加味:白花蛇舌草 15g、半枝莲 15g、草河车 15g、虎杖 15g、蚤休 15g、蒲公英 15g、败酱草 15g。水煎服 , 1d1 剂。服药 15 剂 后 ,患者诸症趋好 。取上方 10 倍量药材研末 ,过筛 ,炼蜜为丸 ,9g/ 丸 1 丸/次 ,2 次/d 。3 个月后复诊病情仍平稳 ,生活自理。 按裴老治疗肺癌咯血者 , 总以乌鱼合剂(乌梅 、鱼腥草 、汉三 七 、生赭石 、知母 、浙贝母 、党参 、麦冬 、五味子)为主方 , 临症加减 , 每获奇效 。裴老谓 : 咯血因阴虚火旺、气不摄血者居多 ,鱼腥草 、知母配伍 , 阴虚可 补、火旺可消 ;生脉散益气养阴摄血 ;乌梅 、浙贝母引经 , 同时 ,乌梅 尚有收敛止血之功 ;生赭石降逆止血、汉三七止血而不留瘀。 [例 2]患者 ,女 ,78 岁 ,2011 年 3 月 15 日初诊。 主诉:胸痛、咳喘 ,高热 1 周。现病史:患者家属述 ,患者 1 周前 突发胸痛咳喘 ,高热 ,伴烦渴 ,气短干咳 ,咯血 、颈项结节 ,舌质红而 少苔 ,有瘀斑舌质红 、苔黄腻 ,脉弦滑数 。CT 检查示右肺占位性病 变 ,肺癌相关两项示神经元特异性烯醇化酶(NSE)50●35ng/ml , 细 胞角蛋白 19 片段(CYFRA21--- 1)33●21ng/ml。西医诊断:右肺癌。中 医诊断:肺积 ,属火热犯肺 ,病久入络。治宜宣肺泻火、止咳止血 ,方 用麻杏甘石汤 、甘苏合剂 、凉膈散 、泻白散 、葶苈大枣泻肺汤加味 。 处方:麻黄 10g ,杏仁 10g ,生石膏 30g ,甘草 6g ,桑白皮 10g ,地骨皮 10g ,葶苈子 10g ,连翘 15g ,薄荷 6g , 山栀 10g ,芒硝 10g ,苏叶 10g , 半夏 10g , 阿胶(烊化)10g ,乌梅 10g ,罂粟壳 10g 。水煎服 , 1d1 剂 。 服药 15 剂后 ,咯血量减少 ,余症明显好转 。上方取凉膈散 ,加乌鱼 合剂加味 。处方:鱼腥草 20g ,乌贼骨20g ,汉三七 3g(分2 次冲),生 赭石 20g ,知母 10g ,浙贝母 10g ,麦冬 10g ,党参 10g ,五味子 3g ,仙 鹤草 30g 。取上方 10 倍量药材研末 ,过筛 ,3 次/d ,6g/次 ,温开水冲 服 。2 个月后家属诉患者颈项结节有所变小 ,余恢复如前 ,生活基 本自理。

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第十五章 肿瘤疾病 按 裴老认为肺癌发热 ,麻杏甘石汤屡用屡效 。干咳或咳嗽少 痰者 ,采用甘苏合剂(甘草 、苏叶 、半夏 、阿胶 、乌梅 、罂粟壳)治疗 , 咳可止、痰可化、咯血可防可治。 三、讨论

中医学认为:癌症只有在机体阴阳失调 、正气亏虚的情况下 , 才能发生、发展 。裴老认为:肿瘤一旦发生 ,加之手术的创伤 ,化疗 等对正常细胞和肿瘤细胞"敌我不分"的杀伤 ,使正气更虚 , 出现恶 性循环 , 正虚始终为主要矛盾 。此时配合中医药扶正固本非常重 要 ,不仅能减少手术、放化疗、介入治疗等的毒副作用 , 同时能增强 其治疗效果 , 以期提高患者生活质量 ,延长生存期 。在肺癌的病程 中 ,胸水 、上腔静脉压迫综合征 、肺部感染 、疼痛等是常见的并发 症。裴老总结:胸水的产生是邪毒痰瘀结聚于肺 ,肺失宣肃 ,水停为 饮 ,主要基于肺 、脾 、肾三脏论治 ;上腔静脉压迫综合征从瘀血 、水 肿论治 ,活血化瘀、利水肿可使部分患者症状缓解 。裴老常以五苓 散 、五皮饮 、真武汤等为基础方 ,根据症情灵活化裁 ,在胸水 、上腔 静脉压迫综合征的治疗中获效明显。裴老谓:"有一份肿瘤 ,就有一 份感染 ,发热也由此而至 , 即谓肺部感染。"此观点与现代肿瘤炎症 学说不谋而合 , 由此加用抗癌五味消毒饮 , 白花蛇舌草 、半枝莲 、虎 杖 、蚤休 、草河车 ,每每获效 。肺癌疼痛是诸多因素造成的脉络阻 滞 ,不通则痛 ,治疗以"通"为根本大法 。裴老以露蜂房 、延胡索 、川 楝子 、三棱 、莪术 、穿山甲等为药对外敷 , 同时辨证论治加用川乌 、 草乌 、细辛 、马钱子 、雷公藤内服 ,疗效显著 。另外 ,乌鱼合剂由乌 梅、鱼腥草、汉三七、生代赭石、知母 、浙贝母 、党参 、麦冬 、五味子组 成 ,治疗肺癌咯血有良效 [2] 。甘苏合剂由甘草 、苏叶 、半夏 、阿胶 、乌 梅、罂粟壳组成 ,对干咳者能达到药到咳止的效果。

裴老常说:中医治疗肿瘤要持之以恒 ,扶正固本是治疗恶性肿 瘤的基本法则 。 中医之扶正固本疗法与西医生物免疫疗法具有异

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 曲同工的作用。且中医扶正固本内容更加丰富多彩 ,治疗效果更为 确切 。大量报道 [3---6]也证明:恶性肿瘤的发生 、发展 、疗效 、复发 , 以 及生存期均与机体免疫功能有密切关系。在病情危重或急诊时 ,应 积极采取西医的有效手段 , 以免延误病情 。许多患者常有"至虚有 盛候 "的临床表现 ,此时治疗应本着"急则治其标 ,缓则治其本 "的 原则

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Input: ,病情或有反复 ,依法加减均能缓解 。2012 年 12 月 15 日彩 超示:纵隔 、腹腔 、双侧颈区 、锁骨上窝 、腋下和腹股沟区未见肿大 淋巴结 。腹部 CT 示:腹膜后区域及腹腔内 、双侧髂血管旁未见大 淋巴结 ,膀胱未发现占位性病变 。 自觉无明显不适 ,处以兰州方加 马钱子 1 个(油炸)、土大 15g ,水蛭粉 10g(分冲)嘱其长期服用 , 以 巩固疗效 。随访至今 ,未见复发。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 按:此例患者确诊为 NHL ,辨证属脾肾两虚 ,痰瘀互结 ,治疗 以兰州方为主健脾补肾、扶正固本 ,配合水蛭粉 、三棱 、莪术 、海藻 、 昆布、汉三七等品化痰活血。因肿大淋巴结压迫神经导致腹股沟及 腰腿疼痛 , 同时伴有膀胱植入之小便频多症状 ,又合用复方川草乌 合剂(马钱子 、川草乌 、辽细辛 、雷公藤)通络止痛 ,寒通汤利尿通 淋。淋巴肿块压迫症状明显 ,单纯的中医中药 ,难以迅速缩小肿块 , 减轻其压迫所致疼痛 , 因此 , 在给予兰州方扶正固本的同时配合 CHOP 方案化疗 ,消灭肿瘤细胞使肿块缩小 ,从根本上解除疼痛。 [案 2]张某 ,男 ,42 岁 ,2008 年 6 月 2 日初诊 。主诉:锁骨上淋 巴结进行性肿大一年余 。现病史:左锁骨上可触及一 5cm×3cm 大 小淋巴结肿块 ,颈部淋巴结肿大如蚕豆大小 ,质地坚硬如石 ,活动 度较差 ,疲乏纳差 ,舌质淡 ,苔厚腻 ,脉弦。颈部肿块取活检 ,病理诊 断:HL。西医诊断:HL。中医辨证:脾肾两虚 ,痰瘀互结。治法:补肾 健脾 ,化痰活血 ,软坚散结 。方药:北沙参 15g ,太子参 15g ,人参须 15g ,潞党参 15g ,生地黄 12g , 山萸肉 30g , 山药 10g ,桂枝 10g , 白芍 10g , 生 姜 6g , 大 枣 4 枚 , 浮 小 麦 30g , 麦 冬 10g , 五 味 子 3g , 玄 参 10g ,生牡蛎 15g ,水蛭粉 10g(分冲),三棱 10g ,莪术 10g ,海藻 10g , 昆布 10g ,汉三七 3g(分冲),炙甘草 6g 。15 剂 , 日 1 剂 ,水煎服 。同 时给予局部放疗 。2008 年 6 月 17 日二诊:服前方半月 ,疲乏减轻 , 前 方 加 山 慈 姑 15g , 夏 枯 草 15g , 蒲 黄 10g , 五 灵 脂 10g , 一 天 半 1 剂 ,继服 1 月 。2008 年 7 月 20 日三诊:左锁骨肿块减小 ,颈部肿大 淋巴结消失 ,纳食精神好转 。坚持前方治疗两年余 ,放疗总计 30 次 ,肿大淋巴结全消 。随访至今 ,未见复发。 按:此例患者确诊为 HL ,治疗始终以中药健脾补肾 、扶正固本 主 ,在兰州方基础上合用三棱 、莪术 、海藻 、昆布 、汉三七 、山慈 姑、夏枯草、蒲黄、五灵脂等活血化痰 、软坚散结之品 ,标本兼治 ,寓 攻于补 , 同时配合西医放疗直接杀灭癌细胞 , 以加快瘤体消散 。坚 持治疗两年而获痊愈。

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ML 据临床表现属中医学"石疽"、"失荣"、"恶核"、"积聚 "等病 范畴 ,裴老引《医宗必读》"积之成者 ,正气不足 ,而后邪气踞之 "之 论 ,认为正虚为 ML 发病关键 ,治疗以扶正固本为大法 。脾为后天 之本 ,气血生化之源 , 肾为先天之本 , 内藏元阴元阳 ,扶正固本舍此 二者别无他本可求。健脾能提高机体非特异性免疫力 ,补肾能提高 机体特异性免疫力 , 非特异性免疫和特异性免疫组成机体的免疫 系统 ,发挥吞噬、清除各种致病因子的功能。现代肿瘤研究认为 ,机 体免疫功能紊乱 , 导致免疫系统对突变细胞的监视和杀灭作用减 弱是形成此病的主要因素。健脾补肾能够增强机体免疫力 ,改善免 疫功能的紊乱 ,从而对 ML 发挥治疗作用 。ML 淋巴结肿大为临床 特点 ,治疗除健脾补肾 、扶正固本外 ,还需祛邪攻癌以消散肿大淋 巴结 。淋巴肿块多因痰湿与瘀血胶结凝聚而成,《丹溪心法》云"痰 挟瘀血 ,遂成窠囊"。 裴老常选具有化痰活血 、软坚散结作用的药 物 ,如汉三七 、水蛭 、海藻 、昆布 、三棱 、莪术等 ,配合兰州方消散淋 巴肿块 ,其中汉三七 、水蛭为治疗 ML 必不可少之品 。 中医扶正固 本能够从宏观上调整机体的反应性 , 但对肿瘤细胞之抑制作用不 及西医化、放疗 ,在瘤体较大、压迫症状明显时 ,单纯的中医中药难 以迅速缩小瘤体 ,减轻其压迫症状 ,西医化 、放疗以抑制癌细胞的 致病性为主 ,在给予兰州方扶正固本的同时配合化 、放疗 ,可提高 此病临床疗效 。实践证明 ,只有在西医明确诊断下 ,发挥中医药诊 疗特色 ,做到中西医有机结合 ,不断总结经验 、提高疗效 ,才能达到 治疗 ML 理想疗效之目的。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学教授治疗原发性肝癌的经验 齐雪婷 董琴琴 【摘要】裴正学教授以其提出的 " 西医诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为 主 , 西药为辅"十六字方针为指导 ,辨病与辨证相结合 ,扶正与祛邪 兼顾 ,重视疏肝健脾 , 充分发挥了中西医所长 , 治疗原发性肝癌疗 效显著 ,现列举具有代表性的病例进行报道。 【关键词】裴正学 ;原发性肝癌 ; 临床经验 裴正学教授是我国著名中西医结合专家 ,博士生导师 ,先后有 多部医学论著问世 。裴正学教授从事中西医结合肿瘤病的防治及 科研工作 40 余年 ,积累了丰富的临床经验。我有幸随师学习 ,现将 裴老治疗肝癌经验阐述如下。 原发性肝癌(primary livercancer ,PLC)是源于肝细胞或肝内胆 管细胞的癌 ,为我国常见恶性肿瘤之一 ,它的死亡率仅次于胃癌和 食管癌[1] ,在消化系统恶性肿瘤中列第三位 。裴老认为原发性肝癌 病因复杂 ,而乙型肝炎 、丙型肝炎 、自免肝是患原发性肝癌的危险 因素 。本病通过 B 超 、CT 或 MRI 影像学检查呈肝脏占位表现 ,特 别是 AFP>400ug/L ,持续 4 周以上是诊断的可靠指标。肝癌的表现 有不同程度的肝区疼痛 , 明显乏力 ,食欲减退及消瘦 ,发热 , 黄疸 等 ,虽然目前有手术、介入 ,化疗等治疗手段 ,但患者就诊时已经发

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[病例一]患者 ,女 ,57 岁 , 因"肝区疼痛 2 月 "于 2011 年 12 月 于某医院检查诊断为肝癌 ,未做任何治疗 ,而来裴老门诊处就诊 。 查体:患者形体消瘦 ,皮肤及巩膜尚无黄染 ,右胁下疼痛 ,肝脏右肋 下 4cm ,脾肋下可触及 ,纳差 ,舌红苔黄有瘀点 ,脉弦 。CT 示:肝右 叶可见大小为 5.0cm×4.1cm 占位病变 , 多考虑肝癌 ;肝功化验示 : ALT:155U/L;AST:414U/L;AFP:500μg/L 。根据病史、症状、体征及 实验室检查 ,西医诊断为:原发性肝癌。中医辨证:胁痛 ,肝郁脾虚 , 瘀血内阻 ,治法:疏肝健脾 ,活血化瘀。方药:胆胰合症方[2]合降酶合 剂加味 。柴胡 10g ,枳实 10g , 白芍 10g ,炙甘草 6g ,大黄 10g ,黄连 6g ,黄芩 10g ,丹参 20g ,木香 10g ,草蔻 10g ,川芎 6g ,香附 6g ,元胡 10g ,川楝子 20g ,制乳没各 6g ,干姜 6g ,蒲公英 15g ,败酱草 15g ,金 银花 15g ,连翘 15g ,汉三七 3g(分冲),五味子粉 10g(分冲),白花 蛇舌草 15g ,半枝莲 15g o 水煎服 ,一日一剂 , 14 剂 o 14 日后复诊 ,患 者自述右胁下疼痛减轻 ,食欲好转 o 化验肝功恢复正常 o 后患者在

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 门诊以此方为基础进行临症加减治疗至今 ,情况尚可。 [病例二]患者 ,男 ,48 岁 , 因"肝区疼痛 1 月伴疲乏 "于 2010 年 10 月于某医院诊断:原发性肝癌 ,慢性胆囊炎。遂在该医院行肝 脏介入术 ,但症状仍未减轻 ,患者为求进一步诊治 ,来裴老门诊处 就诊。查体:患者肝区疼痛 ,形体消瘦 ,纳差 ,皮肤及巩膜未见黄染 , 肝大剑突下 3cm ,舌质淡 ,苔黄腻 ,脉弦 。B 超示:肝右叶见 4.0cm× 2.5cm 占位病变 , 考虑肝癌 ; 慢性胆囊炎 。肝功示:ALT:51U/L; AFP:456μg/L 。根据病史 、症状 、体征及实验室检查 ,西医诊断:原 发性肝癌 ;慢性胆囊炎 。 中医辩证:胁痛 ,肝郁气滞 ,脾失健运 ;治 法:疏肝行气 ,健脾运化 。方药:胆胰合症方合香砂六君加减 ,柴胡 10g ,枳实 10g , 白芍 10g ,炙甘草 6g ,大黄 10g ,黄连 6g ,黄芩 10g ,丹参 20g ,木香 10g ,草 蔻 10g ,川芎 6g ,香附 6g ,元胡 10g ,川楝子 20g ,制乳没各 6g ,干姜 6g ,蒲公英 15g ,败酱草 15g ,半夏 6g , 陈皮 6g ,党参 10g , 白术 10g ,茯苓 12g ,金银花 15g ,连翘 15g ,汉三七 3g (分冲)、五味子粉 10g(分冲),7 付 ,水煎服 ,二日一剂 。 14 日后复 诊 ,患者疼痛减轻 ,食欲好转 ,肝功化验正常 。患者为求进一步治 疗 ,裴老开胆胰合症方合肝癌一号[3]合方 ,柴胡 10g ,枳实 10g , 白芍 10g ,炙甘草 6g ,大黄 10g ,黄连 6g ,黄芩 10g ,丹参 20g ,木香 10g ,草 蔻 10g ,川芎 6g ,香附 6g ,元胡 10g ,川楝子 20g ,制乳没各 6g ,干姜 6g ,蒲公英 15g ,败酱草 15g ,龟板 15g ,鳖甲 15g ,生牡蛎 15g ,玳瑁 15g ,三棱 10g ,莪术 10g ,海藻 10g ,黄芪 30g ,青皮 6g ,陈皮 6g。患者 回家后服用此方一年余 ,B 超检查示 : 肝右叶可见大小为 3.0cm× 2.0cm 占位病变 ,较前缩小 ,感觉良好 。后患者在门诊以此方为基 础进行加减治疗 ,至今已存活一年余。 二、讨论 肝癌属中医之"癥"、"积聚"、"胁痛"、"黄疸"范畴。肝癌的主要 病因为毒邪内侵、情志失和。"邪之所凑 ,其气必虚","积之成也 ,正

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气不足 ,而后邪气踞之",故本病发生其本是正气不足。《血证论》云 ":肝属木 ,木气冲和条达 ,不致遏郁 ,则血脉得畅。"若肝郁不舒 ,气 机不畅 ,则血行瘀滞 ,木克脾土 ,脾失健运 , 聚湿生痰 ,痰瘀互结于 腹中 , 日久可变生积块。肝郁则化火 ,气郁之时必有血瘀 ,则气滞血 瘀 、肝郁化火是引致肝痛的主要原因 ;肝木易克脾土 ,会出现食欲 下降 ;肝火与湿相合 ,谓湿热 ,证见发热 ,黄疸 ,腹胀 ; 日久邪毒耗气 伤阴 ,则正气亏损 ,可致气虚不摄 ,血动窍闭 , 临床可见消化道出血 等症。因而肝癌之病理特点为气滞、血瘀、毒聚。裴老集四十余年的 临床经验总结出的胆胰合症方疏肝理气 、清热解毒以缓解疼痛 ;肝 癌体质尚可者用肝癌一号方(柴胡 、白芍 、枳实 、鳖甲 、龟板 、玳瑁 、 牡蛎、莪术、三棱、海藻、昆布、元胡、川楝子 、青陈皮 、制乳没 、丹参 、 黄芪等)软坚散结 ,理气活血 ;化疗患者用"兰州方[4]"抑制肿瘤生 长 ,减轻化疗患者的副作用 ,减少复发 ;纳差者加入香砂六君子汤 ; 黄疸者加入茵陈 、山栀 ;有腹水加入大腹皮 、葫芦皮 、车前子 ;转氨 酶增高者用降酶合剂(金银花、连翘 、公英 、败酱 、汉三七 、五味子粉 等);裴老在治疗中注重扶正和祛邪兼顾 ,注重机体的反应性 ,为广 大患者减轻了疼痛 , 提高了生活质量 , 弥补了西医治疗此病之不 足。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学教授从痰论治乳腺癌术后淋巴水肿验案 倪红 蔡正良 【摘要】裴正学教授善用经方 ,从痰湿论治乳腺癌术后并发上 肢淋巴水肿 , 以指迷茯苓丸(汤)加减配合古圣Ⅱ胶囊口服 ,获效满 意。 【关键词】上肢淋巴水肿 ,乳腺癌术后 ;名医经验;裴正学 裴正学教授出身于中医世家 ,从事中西医结合临床工作 50 余 载 ,擅治各种疑难杂症 ,屡起沉疴 ,蜚声中外 。 1997 年被国家中医 药管理局认定为全国 500 名名老中医之一 ,享受国务院特殊津贴 , 硕士、博士研究生导师 。笔者有幸跟师学习 ,侍诊左右 ,获益匪浅 。 现将老师治疗乳腺癌术后上肢淋巴水肿经验整理如下 : 一、典型病例 患者 ,女 ,44 岁 ,汉族 ,2009 年 5 月因右侧乳腺包块 , 于 2009 年 6 月行"右乳区段切除术 ,右乳癌改良根治术",术后病理:右侧 乳腺浸润性导管癌 , 同侧腋窝淋巴结转移 2/13 ; 免 疫 组 化 :ER (+++),PR(+++)。 术后行 6 个疗程 TAC(紫杉醇+阿霉素+环磷酰 胺)全身化疗及右乳足程放疗 。疗后行内分泌治疗:枸橼酸托瑞米 芬 60mg , 1 次/d , 口服 。2011 年 7 月出现右侧上肢肿胀麻木 ,呈进

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Input: ,fully leverage the role of Western medicine in addressing prominent issues, while also not forgetting the obvious effectiveness of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in cases where cancer patients experience symptoms such as pain and fever—these are typical signs of excess or real conditions. When combining TCM and Western medicine in a complementary manner, treating acute conditions by addressing their immediate symptoms is a necessary approach for managing malignant tumors[7]. References:

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[2] Pei Zhengxue ● Practical Internal Medicine Combining TCM and Western Medicine [M] ● Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2010:854–866

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[4] Jiang Chumeng, Pang Minrong, Gong Liyan ● Clinical Observation on the Efficacy of TCM Remedies for Strengthening Spleen and Nourishing Kidney in Combination with Chemotherapy for Advanced Tumors and Their Impact on Immune Markers [J] ● Chinese Journal of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, 2001, 21(12):885

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Integrating TCM and Western Medicine for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer Zhao Xiaopeng, Chen Guangyan, Wang Xin

[Abstract] This article introduces Professor Pei Zhengxue’s academic philosophy of “Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, TCM as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach,” along with his clinical experience in diagnosing and treating lung cancer under this framework. Key words: lung cancer; Pei Zhengxue; integrated TCM and Western medicine; experience. Lung cancer, also known as “bronchogenic carcinoma,” is a malignant tumor originating in the bronchi and lungs. The incidence and mortality rates of lung cancer worldwide continue to rise, with lung cancer now ranking first among all malignant tumors in terms of mortality, posing a serious threat to human health and well-being[1]. Depending on the histological type and stage of lung cancer, Western medicine can employ various treatment options such as surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. However, due to the local nature of surgical treatments and radiation therapy, as well as the toxic side effects of chemotherapy, there remain few effective strategies for preventing recurrence and metastasis, which limits the overall improvement in therapeutic efficacy. In contrast, Traditional Chinese Medicine possesses multi-pathway and multi-target synergistic effects, giving it unique advantages in regulating the body’s responsiveness and enhancing immune system function. Numerous clinical and experimental studies have demonstrated that integrating TCM and Western medicine in the treatment of lung cancer represents an important approach[2].

Professor Pei Zhengxue (hereinafter referred to as “Old Master Pei”) is a renowned expert in integrated TCM and Western medicine in China, with over 50 years of clinical experience and extensive knowledge. He is particularly skilled in treating liver diseases, kidney diseases, autoimmune disorders, blood disorders, and malignant tumors—diseases that often present complex and challenging cases. His reputation extends far beyond Gansu Province, earning him the trust and admiration of countless patients. Having treated numerous difficult cases, Old Master Pei once cured a patient with acute monoblastic leukemia using the “Lanzhou Formula” as his primary treatment as early as the 1960s[3]. I had the privilege of studying under Old Master Pei, and now I would like to share with you Old Master Pei’s experience in integrating TCM and Western medicine for the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer:

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collected Volume II I. Old Master Pei’s Academic Philosophy of Integrated TCM and Western Medicine As early as the 1980s, Old Master Pei pioneered the “Sixteen-Character Approach” to integrating TCM and Western medicine, which emphasizes “Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, TCM as the primary treatment, and Western medicine as a supplementary approach.” Because this approach provides universal guidance for clinical practice in integrating TCM and Western medicine and has opened new avenues for the development of TCM scholarship, it was hailed by then-Minister of Health Chen Minzhang as the “Sixteen-Character Principle.” The “Sixteen-Character Principle” has since garnered attention from TCM and Western medicine communities nationwide, becoming a key school of thought in the field of TCM and Western medicine today.

II. Old Master Pei’s Clinical Experience in Integrating TCM and Western Medicine for Lung Cancer (1) Western Medical Diagnosis “Western medical diagnosis” refers to utilizing all available Western medical diagnostic tools to accurately determine the diagnosis of lung cancer, which helps to grasp the common patterns and principles underlying the disease. Early-stage lung cancer often presents atypical symptoms; Old Master Pei believed that, in addition to relying on clinical symptoms and physical signs, comprehensive examinations such as chest CT scans, tumor markers, sputum cytology, percutaneous lung needle biopsy, and fiberoptic bronchoscopy are crucial for confirming lung cancer diagnoses. These methods should be actively employed. One should not reject Western medical diagnostic techniques simply because one seeks to emphasize TCM characteristics; otherwise, misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment may occur, potentially affecting the patient’s prognosis. Lung cancer is prone to metastasis to bone and brain; for patients with malignant tumors whose primary lesions remain unclear, especially those with bone or brain metastases, one should first consider whether the primary lesion originates in the lungs. (2) TCM Syndrome Differentiation “TCM syndrome differentiation” involves making diagnoses based on Western medical findings, but within specific contextual frameworks. This approach helps to understand the individualized patterns of the disease, much like the recent trend toward “personalized” healthcare practices in Western medicine. Established upon the foundation of Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation naturally integrates both the commonalities and the unique aspects of the disease, thereby significantly increasing the accuracy of diagnosis—much like fishing in a net, where the fish are more likely to be caught than when fishing in the open sea[4]. It is important to emphasize that this “TCM syndrome differentiation” does not mean immediately employing heat-clearing and detoxification therapies whenever inflammation is observed, or using blood circulation-promoting and stasis-resolving therapies whenever blood viscosity is high; nor does it mean immediately administering laxatives when test results indicate elevated levels or supplementing when test results show low values… Rather, it still follows traditional principles, focusing on the pathogenetic factors of external invasion, primarily through the Six Meridians, the Wei Qi, the Ying Qi, and the Blood, as well as the Eight Principles, and the internal injuries, which are often addressed through the Eight Classics’ diagnostic approaches. Old Master Pei highly valued the teachings found in Li Zhongzi’s “Yizong Bi Du – Accumulation”: “When accumulation reaches its peak, it is due to insufficient righteous qi, allowing evil qi to take hold,” and in Chen Shigong’s “Shuai Zuo Zheng Zong”: “When accumulation reaches its peak, it is due to deficiency of righteous qi; when righteous qi is deficient, accumulation forms.” Old Master Pei believed that lung cancer falls under the categories of “lung accumulation,” “hemoptysis,” “chest oppression,” and other similar conditions in TCM. The etiology and pathogenesis of lung cancer involve fundamental deficiency combined with external manifestations; deficiency of qi and yin serves as the root cause, while phlegm-dampness, water retention, and blood stasis act as external factors. On the basis of this fundamental deficiency, phlegm-dampness, water retention, blood stasis, and other external evils accumulate, intertwining with righteous qi, leading to conflict between the evil forces and the righteous qi—and ultimately causing the onset and progression of lung cancer.

(3) TCM as the Primary Treatment, Western Medicine as a Supplementary Approach “The TCM as the primary treatment, Western medicine as a supplementary approach” means emphasizing the therapeutic role of TCM remedies. It is clear that the primary goal of this approach is to develop TCM, rather than to promote Western medicine. Old Master Pei believed that Western medical treatments—such as surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy—target the causative agents of the disease and can directly kill or inhibit tumor cells; while TCM focuses on strengthening the body’s response through tonifying the vital energy and reinforcing the root causes, thereby significantly reducing the side effects of surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, and ultimately enhancing the efficacy of these treatments. The two approaches complement each other perfectly, working in harmony without contradiction. Patients with lung cancer often experience both excess of evil qi and deficiency of righteous qi, but the deficiency of righteous qi runs throughout the entire process of lung cancer development, serving as the primary source of conflict. Therefore, the treatment should focus primarily on TCM’s efforts to strengthen the vital energy and reinforce the root causes, always keeping in mind the need to protect the original qi and stomach qi; Western medicine’s chemotherapy should serve as a supplementary approach, targeting the evil qi when appropriate, and if the lesion is localized, surgery or radiation therapy can be considered. Commonly used formulas like the “Lanzhou Formula,” adjusted according to the needs of the patient, aim to replenish qi, strengthen the spleen, nourish the kidneys, harmonize the Ying and Wei qi, and preserve both the innate and acquired qi. The “Lanzhou Formula” was developed by Old Master Pei and was named at the 1974 Suzhou Hematology Conference after successfully curing a patient with acute monoblastic leukemia (M5). The formula consists of Lu Dang Shen, Tai Zi Shen, Bei Sha Shen, Ren Shen Xu, Sheng Di, Shan Yu Rou, Shan Yao, Gui Zhi, Bai Shao, Gan Cao, Sheng Jiang, Da Zao, Mai Dong, Wu Wei Zi, and Fu Xian Mai. Among them, Lu Dang Shen, Tai Zi Shen, Bei Sha Shen, and Ren Shen Xu greatly tonify the middle jiao; Sheng Di, Shan Yu Rou, and Shan Yao are the “three supplements” of the Liu Wei Di Huang Wan, which nourish the kidneys and generate marrow, enhance qi and nourish yin; Gui Zhi Tang externally harmonizes the Ying and Wei qi, regulating the body’s immune function; internally it calms the organs, serving as a precursor to Xiao Jian Zhong Tang, and can also help to build up the middle qi and nourish earth to generate metal. After years of clinical practice, Old Master Pei discovered that this formula not only showed remarkable efficacy in treating leukemia but also proved effective in treating lung cancer, helping to reduce adverse reactions following surgery and chemotherapy, and improving the quality of life and survival time of lung cancer patients.\n III. Typical Cases Patient Li, male, 63 years old, presented to the clinic in February 2010 with symptoms of “intermittent chest tightness and shortness of breath for one year.” Following chest CT scans, bronchoscopy, and other tests, he was diagnosed with “left lung cancer,” and was recommended for surgical treatment. Before surgery, he took 10 doses of the “Lanzhou Formula,” and his general condition improved significantly. On February 19, 2010, the patient underwent “left lung cancer and left lung total resection” under general anesthesia. Postoperative pathology revealed: squamous cell carcinoma of the left upper lung, grade II; no cancerous tissue was found at the margins of the bronchus, though lymph nodes showed metastasis (1/8). After surgery, the patient’s chest tightness and shortness of breath eased, and he reported feeling fatigued and weak, with poor appetite. He returned to Old Master Pei’s clinic for follow-up, where Old Master Pei prescribed another 14 doses of the “Lanzhou Formula.” After taking the medication, his fatigue, weakness, and poor appetite improved markedly, and his chest tightness and shortness of breath further subsided. After continuing to take the formula for another 14 doses, his symptoms of fatigue and poor appetite disappeared, and he experienced no significant chest tightness or shortness of breath. Subsequently, the patient and his family went to Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital for postoperative chemotherapy. They received four cycles of the GP regimen (GEM 1.8 on day 1 and day 8; DDP 30 mg on day 1–3), with Grade I gastrointestinal reactions and Grade I bone marrow suppression. After taking 20 doses of the “Lanzhou Formula,” gastrointestinal reactions disappeared, and bone marrow suppression improved. Since then, the patient continued to take Pei’s Sheng Xue Granules (a traditional Chinese medicine formulated by Old Master Pei based on the “Lanzhou Formula”), and has remained healthy to this day, with good mental state, diet, sleep, and bowel movements. References: [1] Liu Ying. Clinical Observation of 40 Cases Treated with TCM for Lung Cancer [J]. Practical Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2012, 26(9):21. [2] Huang Zhenzhou, Zhang Xu. Research Progress in Integrating TCM and Western Medicine for Lung Cancer [J]. Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2012, 29(3):129–131. [3] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008:234–240. [4] Pei Zhengxue. Collection of Medical Experiences of Pei Zhengxue [M]. Lanzhou: Gansu Science and Technology Press, 2008:33.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Experience in Treating Malignant Lymphoma Wang Xin, Chen Guangyan, Zhao Xiaopeng, Yin Yuehong [Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue is renowned for his expertise in treating a wide range of complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions, particularly accumulating extensive experience in the treatment of malignant lymphoma. Old Master Pei believes that deficiency of righteous qi is the key factor behind the onset of malignant lymphoma; therefore, strengthening the righteous qi and reinforcing the root causes is the primary therapeutic approach. In clinical practice, Old Master Pei uses the “Lanzhou Formula” as a foundational treatment, combined with Western medical treatments and radiation therapy, achieving remarkable therapeutic outcomes for this condition. [Keywords] malignant lymphoma; clinical experience; Pei Zhengxue; renowned physician’s experience

Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated TCM and Western medicine in China, a nationally recognized veteran Chinese medicine practitioner, one of the first group of renowned Chinese medicine practitioners in Gansu Province, a lifetime director of the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a recipient of a special government allowance. He has been engaged in clinical, teaching, and research work in integrated TCM and Western medicine for over 50 years, having authored numerous books and accumulated extensive clinical experience. His proposed “Sixteen-Character Approach to Integrating TCM and Western Medicine—Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, TCM as the primary treatment, Western medicine as a supplementary approach”—which has become an important pathway for the development of TCM today, has been highly regarded by both domestic TCM and integrated TCM academic circles. Old Master Pei is celebrated for his expertise in treating complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions, particularly for his rich experience in the treatment of malignant lymphoma (ML). I had the privilege of studying under Old Master Pei, listening closely to his teachings, and benefiting greatly from his guidance. Now, I would like to share Old Master Pei’s experience in integrating TCM and Western medicine for the treatment of malignant lymphoma, as a reference for colleagues.

I. Old Master Pei’s Understanding of ML ML is a malignant tumor that originates in the lymph nodes or in tissues and organs outside the lymphatic system.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collected Volume II Based on clinical and pathological characteristics, ML is classified into two major categories: Hodgkin lymphoma (Hodgkin’s lymphoma, HL) and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, NHL), and it is further subdivided into multiple subtypes depending on the cellular composition. The disease often begins with painless, progressive enlargement of the cervical and supraclavicular lymph nodes; enlarged lymph nodes can spread to various parts of the body, often accompanied by systemic symptoms such as fever, night sweats, weight loss, and cachexia. Modern medicine generally treats this disease with a combination of chemotherapy and radiation therapy, as well as biological therapies such as monoclonal antibodies. Most patients do not achieve a cure, and the toxic side effects of these medications can be quite severe, with some patients unable to tolerate them. The use of TCM and traditional Chinese medicine not only alleviates the toxic side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy but also enhances the efficacy of these treatments. Therefore, the integration of TCM and Western medicine represents the best choice for treating this disease. Under the guidance of Old Master Pei’s “Sixteen-Character Approach to Integrating TCM and Western Medicine—Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, TCM as the primary treatment, Western medicine as a supplementary approach,” the disease is diagnosed through cellular morphology and imaging studies; the eight principles of TCM are used as the basis for formulation and prescription; TCM remedies are employed to strengthen the body’s response. At the same time, Western medical treatments—such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy—are used to directly kill lymphoma cells and weaken the causative agents of the disease. Old Master Pei believed that deficiency of righteous qi and the interplay between phlegm and blood constitute the underlying mechanism of the disease; deficiency of righteous qi is the root cause, while phlegm and blood are the external manifestations. The disease’s characteristic pattern is rooted in fundamental deficiency and external manifestation, and strengthening the righteous qi and reinforcing the root causes remains the overarching therapeutic principle throughout the treatment of ML. The “Lanzhou Formula” serves as Old Master Pei’s foundational treatment for ML; it became famous after curing a patient with ML, and was named at the 1974 Suzhou Hematology Conference. The formula is derived from a combination of Liu Wei Di Huang Wan, Sheng Mai San, Gan Mai Da Zao Tang, and Gui Zhi Tang. In the formula, Lu Dang Shen, Tai Zi Shen, Ren Shen Xu, and Bei Sha Shen greatly tonify the middle jiao to support the innate qi; Sheng Di Huang, Shan Yu Rou, and Shan Yao nourish the kidneys and replenish essence to strengthen the innate qi; Sheng Mai San strengthens the spleen and nourishes the lungs, enhancing qi and nourishing yin; Gan Mai Da Zao Tang nourishes the heart and calms the spirit; Xiao Jian Zhong Tang strengthens the middle jiao internally and externally harmonizes the Ying and Wei qi to balance the yin and yang of the organs. The entire formula tonifies the kidneys and strengthens the spleen, reinforcing the righteous qi and strengthening the root causes; in clinical practice, it is combined with herbs that promote blood circulation, resolve phlegm, soften hard masses, and disperse nodules—alongside Western medical treatments and radiation therapy for ML—to often achieve remarkable therapeutic effects. II. Typical Cases [Case 1] Liu, female, 53 years old, presented for initial consultation on July 12, 2011. Her chief complaint was pain in the groin and lower back, accompanied by frequent urination for more than one month. Current medical history: pain in the groin and lower back, abdominal distension, loose stools, frequent urination, occasional nausea, weight loss, night sweats, a dark complexion, pale tongue, yellow greasy coating, and a wiry, tense pulse. Bilateral cervical, axillary, and inguinal lymph nodes were enlarged, about the size of a date, relatively hard to the touch, with limited mobility. Ultrasound showed that multiple elliptical hypoechoic nodules of varying sizes were visible in the retroperitoneal region, the abdominal cavity, and alongside the bilateral iliac vessels, with a maximum diameter of approximately 3 cm × 2 cm. Additionally, low-echoic nodular masses were observed in the left neck, the suprascapular fossa, and the axilla. A biopsy of the left neck mass revealed a pathological diagnosis of NHL, T-cell type. Abdominal CT scan indicated enlargement of lymph nodes in the retroperitoneal region and the abdominal cavity, as well as lymph nodes alongside the bilateral iliac vessels, with a space-occupying lesion in the bladder. Western medical diagnosis: 1. NHL; 2. Bladder implantation. TCM syndrome differentiation: deficiency of both the spleen and the kidneys, with phlegm and blood intermingling. Treatment method: tonify the kidneys and strengthen the spleen, resolve phlegm and promote blood circulation, soften hard masses and disperse nodules, and promote diuresis and urinary flow. Prescription: Bei Sha Shen 15 g, Tai Zi Shen 15 g, Ren Shen Xu 15 g, Lu Dang Shen 15 g, Sheng Di Huang 12 g, Shan Yu Rou 30 g, Water Leech Powder 10 g (taken in divided doses), San Ling 10 g, E Jiu 10 g, Hai Zao 10 g, Kun Bu 10 g, Han San Qi 3 g (taken in divided doses), Zhi Mu 20 g, Huang Bo 6 g, Hua Shi 10 g, Mu Tong 6 g, Gan Cao Shao 6 g, Ma Qian Zi 1 piece (fried in oil), Chuan Cao Wu 15 g each (first decocted for 1 hour), Quan Xie 6 g, Liao Xi Xin 15 g (first decocted for 1 hour), Lei Gong Teng 20 g (peeled, first decocted for 1 hour). Take one dose daily, decocted in water and consumed. Combine with Western medical chemotherapy, using the CH0p regimen.

On August 1, 2011, the second consultation: after half a month of taking the formula, the patient underwent one round of chemotherapy; the pain in the lower back and legs eased, the groin pain also decreased, frequent urination improved, abdominal distension and discomfort lessened, appetite declined, sleep was poor, and the patient felt tired and weary. The tongue was red, the coating thin and yellow, the pulse was wiry and large. The medication was appropriately matched to the condition; continuing the previous treatment plan, the patient added 30 g of Danshen, 6 g of Mu Xiang, and 6 g of Cao Kou to regulate qi and warm the stomach, and continued taking the formula for another half month. On August 16, 2011, the third consultation: after half a month of taking the formula, the patient underwent another round of chemotherapy; the pain in the lower back and legs, as well as the groin, was significantly reduced, frequent urination had nearly healed, abdominal distension and discomfort lessened, appetite was poor, and the tongue and pulse were the same as before. The patient continued to follow the previous treatment plan, and continued taking the formula for another half month. On September 3, 2011, ultrasound showed that the retroperitoneal region and the abdominal hypoechoic nodules had decreased in size, with a maximum diameter of approximately 1 cm × 1 cm. Abdominal CT scan indicated enlargement of lymph nodes in the retroperitoneal region and the abdominal cavity, as well as lymph nodes alongside the bilateral iliac vessels, with a space-occupying lesion in the bladder that had shrunk compared to the previous scan. The condition had clearly improved. Since then, for more than a year, the patient continued to treat the condition with adjustments to the previous formula, undergoing five rounds of chemotherapy.

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二、讨论

乳腺癌是我国女性发病率最高的恶性肿瘤之一 , 随着手术 、放 化疗 、内分泌治疗及分子生物靶向治疗的进展 ,其预后明显改善 。 但治疗后患侧上肢淋巴水肿是乳腺癌术后最常见 、最难处理的并 发症 [1] ,发生率为 6%~62% [2] ,水肿一旦发生往往不断加重并引起 上肢感觉运动障碍 ,反复感染 ,甚至残疾。有研究表明肥胖、腋窝淋 巴结清扫和放疗是其危险因素 [3-4] 。由于女性患者上肢淋巴系统交 通支少 、变异小 ,通过其他分支代偿能力弱 ,成为发生淋巴水肿的 解剖基础 。其发展过程为淋巴液回流不畅 ,组织蛋白质浓度增高 , 渗透压增高 ,血管内液体进入组织 ,发生水肿。淋巴管不断扩张 , 内 皮间隙逐渐增大 ,其阀门功能破坏 ,淋巴液回收进一步下降 。如早 期未能祛除病因消除水肿 ,高渗液长期刺激 ,周围组织成纤维细胞

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The teacher believes that "positive deficiency" is a key factor in the onset of malignant tumors. The Classic of Difficulties states, "When righteous qi resides within, evil cannot take hold," and "Where evil gathers, qi must be deficient." The chapter "Ling Shu: The Origin of All Diseases" also says, "This occurs because of the wind of deficient qi, which, when combined with the body's form, creates a situation where two deficiencies meet and then invade the body's form," indicating that insufficient righteous qi is an intrinsic factor in disease development, playing a dominant role in the progression of illness. Moreover, the application of surgical, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy treatments can easily lead to an imbalance in qi, blood, yin, and yang, as well as to a condition characterized by phlegm, turbidity, and blood stasis—where the underlying deficiency is compounded by external manifestations. Over more than 50 years of clinical practice, the teacher proposed the sixteen-character principle of integrated traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine: "Western diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation, traditional Chinese medicine as the primary treatment, Western medicine as a supplementary approach." This principle emphasizes that, under the premise of a clear Western medical diagnosis, TCM syndrome differentiation should be employed for treatment—this approach not only improves diagnostic accuracy but also helps avoid delaying the treatment process.

Postoperative lymphedema of the upper limbs in breast cancer patients falls under the TCM categories of "edema" and "pulse blockage." [8] In this case, the treatment began with addressing phlegm and dampness, using the ancient formula Zhi Mi Fu Ling Wan (soup) with modifications, combined with the self-made Gu Sheng II capsule, achieving satisfactory results. Zhi Mi Fu Ling Wan originates from "Quan Sheng Zhi Mi Fang," later known as "Fu Ling Wan." The formula consists of two liang of Jiangzhi Banxia, one liang of Fu Ling, five qian of Zhike, and two liang and a half of Nuo Shi. It primarily treats conditions such as stagnation of phlegm in the middle abdomen, difficulty raising the arms, or shoulder and back pain, with a pulse that is deep and fine, as well as symptoms like shortness of breath after childbirth, swelling in the limbs, and edema. Medical practitioners throughout history have highly regarded this formula; Cheng Guopeng in the Qing Dynasty wrote in "Medical Heart Wisdom," "For shoulder and back pain, ancient physicians often prescribed Fu Ling Wan, believing that phlegm was the root cause... Phlegm, carried by the wind, enters the meridians, causing swelling and pain in the shoulders and back... Yet, it never failed to treat the condition effectively."

Wang Ang in the Qing Dynasty's "Collection of Medical Formulas" said, "This formula is a remedy for the Taiyin and Yangming meridians; Banxia dries dampness, Fu Ling drains water, Zhike regulates qi, Nuo Shi softens and strengthens, eliminating stubborn phlegm, and fresh ginger transforms the toxicity of Banxia while clearing phlegm. When phlegm and qi are cleared, arm pain naturally subsides." Gu Sheng II capsule was created by Teacher Pei himself, made by grinding alum, nitrate, trace amounts of furosemide, and hydrochlorothiazide into powder, then encapsulating the mixture. The nitrate-alum mixture was originally used in "Jin Kui Yao Lü" to treat jaundice, and Zhang Xichun considered this formula to be "the ultimate remedy for jaundice," with remarkable and rapid effects. Alum and nitrate both support liver function, aid bile production, and promote water excretion.

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Postoperative lymphedema of the upper limbs in breast cancer patients remains an unresolved medical challenge. Traditional Chinese medicine and herbal therapies have shown certain advantages; TCM syndrome differentiation often provides effective relief from symptoms and alleviates pain. The teacher’s approach to treating lymphedema through phlegm and dampness has yielded satisfactory results, offering new perspectives for effective treatment of this condition, worthy of further research and wider adoption.

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Chapter 15: Tumor Diseases Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience in Treating Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Zhan Wenguo

[Abstract] Professor Pei Zhengxue believes that the etiology and pathogenesis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma involve deficiency of righteous qi and accumulation of phlegm and blood stasis. He emphasizes the integration of disease and syndrome, employing syndrome-specific treatment approaches, with radiotherapy and chemotherapy being the primary treatment methods, while traditional Chinese medicine plays a crucial role in supporting righteous qi and reinforcing the body’s fundamental forces. Commonly used formulas include Zilong Xiao Lao Tang, Tongqiao Huoxue Tang, Maiwei Dihuang Tang, Yangyin Qingfei Tang, and modified versions of Lanzhou formulas, which can significantly extend patient survival and improve quality of life, with satisfactory clinical outcomes.

[Keywords] Nasopharyngeal carcinoma; syndrome-based treatment; experience; Pei Zhengxue

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a malignant tumor that develops in the mucosal epithelial tissue of the nasopharynx, resulting from prolonged exposure to various internal and external risk factors. Deficiency of righteous qi is considered the fundamental cause of tumor development. As stated in "Yizong Bi Du," "When accumulation leads to disease, it is due to insufficient righteous qi; when righteous qi is deficient, evil qi takes hold." According to "Suwen ● Ping Re Bing Lun," "Where evil gathers, qi must be deficient." Deficiency in innate energy, weak righteous qi, dysfunction of internal organs, and obstruction of the meridians can lead to the formation of masses. The throat serves as a hub for the upward and downward movement of qi in the Lung and Stomach meridians; when external pathogens invade the lungs, lung qi fails to ascend and descend, qi becomes stagnant, leading to cough, chest tightness, and discomfort. The lungs open to the nose, and the nose is the gateway to the lungs; when external pathogens enter the body, they become trapped and transform into heat, causing lung heat to damage yin and blood, leading to nosebleeds and coughing up blood. When lung disease affects the kidneys, kidney yin becomes deficient; over time, lung and kidney yin deficiency may occur. Alternatively, if emotions are not properly regulated, qi stagnates, blood becomes congested, and masses accumulate—such as gallbladder fire rising to the ears, causing tinnitus and hearing loss; if the spleen fails to transport qi properly, phlegm accumulates internally, and the Shaoyang gallbladder fire interacts with phlegm and dampness, obstructing the gallbladder meridian, leading to neck metastases such as lymph nodes or phlegm nodules. Or, if diet is not clean, damp heat accumulates, phlegm forms, and blood becomes congested, toxic heat combines with the body’s pathways, blocking the meridians, eventually leading to cancerous growths. Therefore, this disease primarily affects the nasopharynx, associated with dysfunction of the lungs, spleen, liver, gallbladder, and other organs, representing a condition of deficiency in the root and excess in the manifestation. The root deficiency stems from insufficient qi and blood in the internal organs, with deficiency of righteous qi, kidney yin deficiency, and qi-yin deficiency. The manifestation of excess is the accumulation of phlegm and dampness, qi stagnation, and blood stasis. [2]

Two, Syndrome-Based Treatment

In the early stages of NPC, radiotherapy is the primary treatment, with traditional Chinese medicine providing supportive care. In the middle and late stages, or after radiotherapy and chemotherapy, TCM syndrome-based treatment is commonly employed, focusing on strengthening righteous qi while eliminating pathogenic factors, treating both the root and the manifestation. Strengthening righteous qi involves methods such as nourishing qi and strengthening the spleen, nourishing yin and tonifying the kidneys, and nourishing qi and enriching blood. Eliminating pathogenic factors involves methods such as clearing heat and detoxifying, softening and dissolving masses, activating blood circulation, and regulating liver qi. (1) Combining disease and syndrome, treating according to the specific pattern

① For those with phlegm and dampness accumulation, characterized by purulent nasal discharge, or bloody nasal mucus, nasal congestion, cough, bitter taste in the mouth, dry throat, dizziness, headache, fullness in the chest and stomach, swollen cervical lymph nodes, red tongue with white greasy coating, and a pulse that is wiry and slippery. Treatment focuses on clearing heat and detoxifying, resolving phlegm and dissolving masses. The formula Zilong Xiao Lao Tang (a formula based on Professor Pei Zhengxue’s experience) includes purple grass, gentian, summer savory, macha, gourd, peach kernel, salvia, yuan shen, mountain lily, mountain corn, mountain bean root. For swollen cervical lymph nodes, add oyster, Zhebei mu, and curcuma; for nosebleeds, add white hair grass, xianhe cao, and peppermint. ② For those with qi stagnation and blood stasis, characterized by nasal congestion, headaches, bloody nasal discharge, worsening at night, tinnitus and dizziness, visible cervical lymph node metastases, irritability, easy anger, bitter taste in the mouth, dry throat, red tip of the tongue, yellowish-white coating, and a pulse that is wiry and slippery. Treatment focuses on activating blood circulation and resolving stasis, reducing swelling and dissolving masses. The formula Tongqiao Huoxue Tang with modifications is used. Add peach kernel, safflower, angelica sinensis, red peony, chuan xiong, raw rehmannia, fine sinew, ice mint, peppermint, Zhebei mu, oyster, summer savory, three-edged blade, and curcuma. For chest and flank pain, add chai hu, yu jin; for constipation, add rhubarb and magnesium sulfate. ③ For those with lung and kidney yin deficiency and liver qi stagnation, characterized by dizziness, blurred vision, tinnitus and hearing loss, blurred vision, hoarseness, soreness in the lower back and knees, hot flashes and night sweats, bitter taste in the mouth, thirst, irritability, red tongue with little coating, and a pulse that is fine and rapid. Treatment focuses on soothing the liver and resolving stasis, nourishing the lungs and kidneys. The formula Maiwei Dihuang Tang and Xiaoyao San with modifications is used. Add mai dong, wu wei zi, raw rehmannia, mountain yam, mountain corn, dan pi, chai hu, angelica sinensis, white peony, poria, and white atractylodes. For hoarseness, add pinyin hua, platycodon, yuan shen; for dry mouth, add天花粉. ④ For those with fluid depletion and qi-yin deficiency, characterized by dry lips and mouth, sore throat, palpitations, shortness of breath, fatigue, night sweats, constipation, and red tongue with cracks, a pulse that is fine and rapid. Treatment focuses on nourishing yin and nourishing the stomach, benefiting qi and generating fluids. The Yangyin Qingfei Tang with modified Lanzhou formula [3] is used. The formula includes north sand rehmannia, mai dong, yuan shen, raw rehmannia, platycodon, licorice, Zhebei mu, taizhuang rehmannia, ginseng whiskers, ginseng, mountain corn, wu wei zi, five flavors wheat, zhimu, dan pi, fresh reed roots.

(2) Emphasizing the Treatment of Complications After Radiotherapy and Chemotherapy

After radiotherapy and chemotherapy, NPC patients often experience gastrointestinal disorders, suppression of bone marrow hematopoietic function, weakened immune function, radiation-induced oral inflammation, erosion, ulcers, and pain in the oral and nasopharyngeal mucosa, along with dry mouth, dry tongue, and lip fissures, throat pain, and other toxic side effects that can affect the progress of radiotherapy and chemotherapy, even leading to interruptions in radiation therapy and reduced treatment efficacy, ultimately impacting the patient’s quality of life [4]. Therefore, administering treatments that nourish qi and yin, clear heat and detoxify, increase survival rates, enhance therapeutic effects, and simultaneously alleviate the side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy has become a necessary step toward improving patient quality of life. Commonly used formulas include north sand rehmannia, mai dong, yuan shen, raw gypsum, gardenia, coptis, indigo, ho xiang, fangfeng, white atractylodes, poria, poria, chuan xiong, angelica sinensis, white peony, and others; after radiotherapy, cranial nerve damage can lead to difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, choking during eating, radiation-induced dermatitis, radiation-induced temporomandibular joint arthritis, and other issues. The throat is a region where the Hand Taiyin Lung Meridian and the Foot Shaoyin Kidney Meridian converge, and the nasopharynx is also a site where the Foot Jueyin Liver Meridian runs, with all three meridians converging at the throat. Radiation-induced heat and toxins tend to damage righteous qi.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume 2 [5] After radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma, radiation-induced heat and toxins damage yin and consume qi, leading to qi-yin deficiency and kidney essence depletion, thus causing throat pain and hoarseness. Si Yin San is a formula from "Shang Han Lun" used to treat cold-dampness in the four limbs of the Shaoyin disease, with the effect of clearing excess heat and soothing the liver while regulating the spleen. Professor Pei believes that nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients often suffer from emotional distress, qi stagnation, and blood stasis, compounded by the heat and toxins caused by radiotherapy and chemotherapy, which break down metal and prevent qi from flowing freely. Thus, throat pain and hoarseness arise, closely related to the liver and lungs. Therefore, when treating patients who become hoarse or experience throat pain after radiotherapy and chemotherapy, Professor Pei approaches the issue from the perspective of the liver and lungs, using Si Yin San to regulate qi flow and soothe the liver and regulate qi. Sheng Jiao San (with rhubarb, cicada shell, silkworm pupae, turmeric) rises clear qi and lowers turbid qi, clearing the wind and cooling the heat. Yangyin Qingfei Tang nourishes yin and clears heat, moistens the throat and relieves cough, balancing liver fire, distributing lung fluids, and opening qi flow—thus curing all symptoms. As stated in "Shang Han Wen Yi Tiao Bian," Volume Four, "When the exterior and interior of the Three Jiao are severely heated by warm diseases, and the symptoms are beyond description, use silkworm pupae and cicada shell to raise the clear yang in the middle; turmeric and rhubarb to lower the turbid yang in the lower part of the body—one rises, one descends, harmonizing the interior and exterior, and instantly eliminating the lingering toxins." Three, Typical Cases

1. Li Mou, male, 53 years old, presented with hoarseness six months after surgery and radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Six months ago, the patient was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal carcinoma, with swollen cervical lymph nodes. Surgical biopsy revealed high-grade squamous cell carcinoma. After 25 sessions of radiotherapy and three cycles of chemotherapy, the cervical lymph nodes disappeared, but hoarseness, dry mouth, thirst, throat pain, irritability, chest and flank fullness, shortness of breath, fatigue, night sweats, constipation, and a red tongue with little coating, a pulse that is fine and rapid—all these symptoms were present. Diagnosis: nasopharyngeal carcinoma. TCM syndrome differentiation indicated qi-yin deficiency and blood stasis after radiotherapy and chemotherapy, with residual toxins accumulating inside. Treatment focused on nourishing yin and benefiting qi, activating blood circulation and dissolving masses. The formula used was Lanzhou formula, with Si Yin San and Sheng Jiao San with modifications. North sand rehmannia 15g, Taizhuang rehmannia 15g, Lu Dong rehmannia 15g, ginseng whiskers 15g, raw rehmannia 12g, mountain corn 30g, cinnamon twig 10g, white peony 10g, licorice 6g, fresh ginger 6g, dates 6g, five flavors wheat 30g, mai dong 10g, wu wei zi 3g, chai hu 10g, citrus fruit 10g, cicada shell 6g, silkworm pupae 10g, rhubarb 15g.

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 按:此例患者确诊为 NHL ,辨证属脾肾两虚 ,痰瘀互结 ,治疗 以兰州方为主健脾补肾、扶正固本 ,配合水蛭粉 、三棱 、莪术 、海藻 、 昆布、汉三七等品化痰活血。因肿大淋巴结压迫神经导致腹股沟及 腰腿疼痛 , 同时伴有膀胱植入之小便频多症状 ,又合用复方川草乌 合剂(马钱子 、川草乌 、辽细辛 、雷公藤)通络止痛 ,寒通汤利尿通 淋。淋巴肿块压迫症状明显 ,单纯的中医中药 ,难以迅速缩小肿块 , 减轻其压迫所致疼痛 , 因此 , 在给予兰州方扶正固本的同时配合 CHOP 方案化疗 ,消灭肿瘤细胞使肿块缩小 ,从根本上解除疼痛。 [案 2]张某 ,男 ,42 岁 ,2008 年 6 月 2 日初诊 。主诉:锁骨上淋 巴结进行性肿大一年余 。现病史:左锁骨上可触及一 5cm×3cm 大 小淋巴结肿块 ,颈部淋巴结肿大如蚕豆大小 ,质地坚硬如石 ,活动 度较差 ,疲乏纳差 ,舌质淡 ,苔厚腻 ,脉弦。颈部肿块取活检 ,病理诊 断:HL。西医诊断:HL。中医辨证:脾肾两虚 ,痰瘀互结。治法:补肾 健脾 ,化痰活血 ,软坚散结 。方药:北沙参 15g ,太子参 15g ,人参须 15g ,潞党参 15g ,生地黄 12g , 山萸肉 30g , 山药 10g ,桂枝 10g , 白芍 10g , 生 姜 6g , 大 枣 4 枚 , 浮 小 麦 30g , 麦 冬 10g , 五 味 子 3g , 玄 参 10g ,生牡蛎 15g ,水蛭粉 10g(分冲),三棱 10g ,莪术 10g ,海藻 10g , 昆布 10g ,汉三七 3g(分冲),炙甘草 6g 。15 剂 , 日 1 剂 ,水煎服 。同 时给予局部放疗 。2008 年 6 月 17 日二诊:服前方半月 ,疲乏减轻 , 前 方 加 山 慈 姑 15g , 夏 枯 草 15g , 蒲 黄 10g , 五 灵 脂 10g , 一 天 半 1 剂 ,继服 1 月 。2008 年 7 月 20 日三诊:左锁骨肿块减小 ,颈部肿大 淋巴结消失 ,纳食精神好转 。坚持前方治疗两年余 ,放疗总计 30 次 ,肿大淋巴结全消 。随访至今 ,未见复发。 按:此例患者确诊为 HL ,治疗始终以中药健脾补肾 、扶正固本 主 ,在兰州方基础上合用三棱 、莪术 、海藻 、昆布 、汉三七 、山慈 姑、夏枯草、蒲黄、五灵脂等活血化痰 、软坚散结之品 ,标本兼治 ,寓 攻于补 , 同时配合西医放疗直接杀灭癌细胞 , 以加快瘤体消散 。坚 持治疗两年而获痊愈。

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ML 据临床表现属中医学"石疽"、"失荣"、"恶核"、"积聚 "等病 范畴 ,裴老引《医宗必读》"积之成者 ,正气不足 ,而后邪气踞之 "之 论 ,认为正虚为 ML 发病关键 ,治疗以扶正固本为大法 。脾为后天 之本 ,气血生化之源 , 肾为先天之本 , 内藏元阴元阳 ,扶正固本舍此 二者别无他本可求。健脾能提高机体非特异性免疫力 ,补肾能提高 机体特异性免疫力 , 非特异性免疫和特异性免疫组成机体的免疫 系统 ,发挥吞噬、清除各种致病因子的功能。现代肿瘤研究认为 ,机 体免疫功能紊乱 , 导致免疫系统对突变细胞的监视和杀灭作用减 弱是形成此病的主要因素。健脾补肾能够增强机体免疫力 ,改善免 疫功能的紊乱 ,从而对 ML 发挥治疗作用 。ML 淋巴结肿大为临床 特点 ,治疗除健脾补肾 、扶正固本外 ,还需祛邪攻癌以消散肿大淋 巴结 。淋巴肿块多因痰湿与瘀血胶结凝聚而成,《丹溪心法》云"痰 挟瘀血 ,遂成窠囊"。 裴老常选具有化痰活血 、软坚散结作用的药 物 ,如汉三七 、水蛭 、海藻 、昆布 、三棱 、莪术等 ,配合兰州方消散淋 巴肿块 ,其中汉三七 、水蛭为治疗 ML 必不可少之品 。 中医扶正固 本能够从宏观上调整机体的反应性 , 但对肿瘤细胞之抑制作用不 及西医化、放疗 ,在瘤体较大、压迫症状明显时 ,单纯的中医中药难 以迅速缩小瘤体 ,减轻其压迫症状 ,西医化 、放疗以抑制癌细胞的 致病性为主 ,在给予兰州方扶正固本的同时配合化 、放疗 ,可提高 此病临床疗效 。实践证明 ,只有在西医明确诊断下 ,发挥中医药诊 疗特色 ,做到中西医有机结合 ,不断总结经验 、提高疗效 ,才能达到 治疗 ML 理想疗效之目的。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学教授治疗原发性肝癌的经验 齐雪婷 董琴琴 【摘要】裴正学教授以其提出的 " 西医诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为 主 , 西药为辅"十六字方针为指导 ,辨病与辨证相结合 ,扶正与祛邪 兼顾 ,重视疏肝健脾 , 充分发挥了中西医所长 , 治疗原发性肝癌疗 效显著 ,现列举具有代表性的病例进行报道。 【关键词】裴正学 ;原发性肝癌 ; 临床经验 裴正学教授是我国著名中西医结合专家 ,博士生导师 ,先后有 多部医学论著问世 。裴正学教授从事中西医结合肿瘤病的防治及 科研工作 40 余年 ,积累了丰富的临床经验。我有幸随师学习 ,现将 裴老治疗肝癌经验阐述如下。 原发性肝癌(primary livercancer ,PLC)是源于肝细胞或肝内胆 管细胞的癌 ,为我国常见恶性肿瘤之一 ,它的死亡率仅次于胃癌和 食管癌[1] ,在消化系统恶性肿瘤中列第三位 。裴老认为原发性肝癌 病因复杂 ,而乙型肝炎 、丙型肝炎 、自免肝是患原发性肝癌的危险 因素 。本病通过 B 超 、CT 或 MRI 影像学检查呈肝脏占位表现 ,特 别是 AFP>400ug/L ,持续 4 周以上是诊断的可靠指标。肝癌的表现 有不同程度的肝区疼痛 , 明显乏力 ,食欲减退及消瘦 ,发热 , 黄疸 等 ,虽然目前有手术、介入 ,化疗等治疗手段 ,但患者就诊时已经发

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第十五章 肿瘤疾病 展到中晚期 ,不适于手术 ,单一治疗效果不佳 ,而放化疗又会使患 者免疫力下降、产生血象降低、脱发 、恶心等严重不良反应 ,此时中 医药可显示一定的优势 。裴老认为治疗此病时应汲取中西医之所 长 , 以其提出的"西医诊断 , 中医辨证 , 中药为主 ,西药为辅"十六字 方针为治疗思想之精华 ,首先辨病与辨证相结合 ,利用生化 、影像 、 病检等手段来确诊 ,再辨中医之肝胆湿热 、气滞血瘀 、肝郁脾虚 、肝 肾阴虚等证就如同在渔网捕鱼 , 每劳必获 ; 其次中药与西药相协 同 ,一般情况良好的患者可小剂量化疗 ,但要服用中药为其保驾 ,减少化疗的副作用 ,这是裴老治疗肿瘤之特色 。肝癌在发现之 时已是中晚期 ,正气亏虚 ,所以治疗仍以中药为主扶正固本 。裴老 的治疗以其疗效可靠、降低化疗的不良反应而独树一帜。实为肝癌 患者求医于裴老的主要原因之一。 一、典型病例

[病例一]患者 ,女 ,57 岁 , 因"肝区疼痛 2 月 "于 2011 年 12 月 于某医院检查诊断为肝癌 ,未做任何治疗 ,而来裴老门诊处就诊 。 查体:患者形体消瘦 ,皮肤及巩膜尚无黄染 ,右胁下疼痛 ,肝脏右肋 下 4cm ,脾肋下可触及 ,纳差 ,舌红苔黄有瘀点 ,脉弦 。CT 示:肝右 叶可见大小为 5.0cm×4.1cm 占位病变 , 多考虑肝癌 ;肝功化验示 : ALT:155U/L;AST:414U/L;AFP:500μg/L 。根据病史、症状、体征及 实验室检查 ,西医诊断为:原发性肝癌。中医辨证:胁痛 ,肝郁脾虚 , 瘀血内阻 ,治法:疏肝健脾 ,活血化瘀。方药:胆胰合症方[2]合降酶合 剂加味 。柴胡 10g ,枳实 10g , 白芍 10g ,炙甘草 6g ,大黄 10g ,黄连 6g ,黄芩 10g ,丹参 20g ,木香 10g ,草蔻 10g ,川芎 6g ,香附 6g ,元胡 10g ,川楝子 20g ,制乳没各 6g ,干姜 6g ,蒲公英 15g ,败酱草 15g ,金 银花 15g ,连翘 15g ,汉三七 3g(分冲),五味子粉 10g(分冲),白花 蛇舌草 15g ,半枝莲 15g o 水煎服 ,一日一剂 , 14 剂 o 14 日后复诊 ,患 者自述右胁下疼痛减轻 ,食欲好转 o 化验肝功恢复正常 o 后患者在

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气不足 ,而后邪气踞之",故本病发生其本是正气不足。《血证论》云 ":肝属木 ,木气冲和条达 ,不致遏郁 ,则血脉得畅。"若肝郁不舒 ,气 机不畅 ,则血行瘀滞 ,木克脾土 ,脾失健运 , 聚湿生痰 ,痰瘀互结于 腹中 , 日久可变生积块。肝郁则化火 ,气郁之时必有血瘀 ,则气滞血 瘀 、肝郁化火是引致肝痛的主要原因 ;肝木易克脾土 ,会出现食欲 下降 ;肝火与湿相合 ,谓湿热 ,证见发热 ,黄疸 ,腹胀 ; 日久邪毒耗气 伤阴 ,则正气亏损 ,可致气虚不摄 ,血动窍闭 , 临床可见消化道出血 等症。因而肝癌之病理特点为气滞、血瘀、毒聚。裴老集四十余年的 临床经验总结出的胆胰合症方疏肝理气 、清热解毒以缓解疼痛 ;肝 癌体质尚可者用肝癌一号方(柴胡 、白芍 、枳实 、鳖甲 、龟板 、玳瑁 、 牡蛎、莪术、三棱、海藻、昆布、元胡、川楝子 、青陈皮 、制乳没 、丹参 、 黄芪等)软坚散结 ,理气活血 ;化疗患者用"兰州方[4]"抑制肿瘤生 长 ,减轻化疗患者的副作用 ,减少复发 ;纳差者加入香砂六君子汤 ; 黄疸者加入茵陈 、山栀 ;有腹水加入大腹皮 、葫芦皮 、车前子 ;转氨 酶增高者用降酶合剂(金银花、连翘 、公英 、败酱 、汉三七 、五味子粉 等);裴老在治疗中注重扶正和祛邪兼顾 ,注重机体的反应性 ,为广 大患者减轻了疼痛 , 提高了生活质量 , 弥补了西医治疗此病之不 足。

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裴正学临床荟萃第二辑 裴正学教授从痰论治乳腺癌术后淋巴水肿验案 倪红 蔡正良 【摘要】裴正学教授善用经方 ,从痰湿论治乳腺癌术后并发上 肢淋巴水肿 , 以指迷茯苓丸(汤)加减配合古圣Ⅱ胶囊口服 ,获效满 意。 【关键词】上肢淋巴水肿 ,乳腺癌术后 ;名医经验;裴正学 裴正学教授出身于中医世家 ,从事中西医结合临床工作 50 余 载 ,擅治各种疑难杂症 ,屡起沉疴 ,蜚声中外 。 1997 年被国家中医 药管理局认定为全国 500 名名老中医之一 ,享受国务院特殊津贴 , 硕士、博士研究生导师 。笔者有幸跟师学习 ,侍诊左右 ,获益匪浅 。 现将老师治疗乳腺癌术后上肢淋巴水肿经验整理如下 : 一、典型病例 患者 ,女 ,44 岁 ,汉族 ,2009 年 5 月因右侧乳腺包块 , 于 2009 年 6 月行"右乳区段切除术 ,右乳癌改良根治术",术后病理:右侧 乳腺浸润性导管癌 , 同侧腋窝淋巴结转移 2/13 ; 免 疫 组 化 :ER (+++),PR(+++)。 术后行 6 个疗程 TAC(紫杉醇+阿霉素+环磷酰 胺)全身化疗及右乳足程放疗 。疗后行内分泌治疗:枸橼酸托瑞米 芬 60mg , 1 次/d , 口服 。2011 年 7 月出现右侧上肢肿胀麻木 ,呈进

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6g, turmeric 10g. Brew with water and take as one dose per day, for 14 doses. For the second consultation, after taking the medication, symptoms such as dry mouth, thirst, and hoarseness improved; shortness of breath and fatigue were alleviated; the tongue was red with a thin coating, and the pulse was deep and fine. Take the above formula with added Gui Zhi, Sheng Jiang, and Da Zao, along with 10g of Mu Hua Di and 10g of Shan Cigu. Continue to adjust the dosage accordingly. By March, the symptoms had significantly improved, with both mental clarity and appetite returning to normal. The patient was prescribed the aforementioned herbs, ground into a fine powder, and taken in 10g doses three times daily to consolidate the therapeutic effect. 2. Gao, female, 60 years old, presented with throat pain accompanied by cough and blood in sputum for two weeks. After treatment...

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The anti-inflammatory medications did not alleviate the symptoms, and upon admission, the patient was found to have swollen, painful cervical lymph nodes. A head CT scan revealed nasopharyngeal cancer. A biopsy confirmed high-grade adenocarcinoma. Due to the patient’s advanced age, she declined surgery and chose traditional Chinese medicine treatment. She experienced throat pain, nasal congestion, headache, dizziness, dry mouth and thirst, fullness and discomfort in the chest and abdomen, a red tongue with a white, greasy coating, and a wiry, slippery pulse. Diagnosis: Nasopharyngeal cancer (high-grade adenocarcinoma). Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis: Phlegm-damp accumulation, lung-yin deficiency, and toxic heat attacking the throat. Treatment principle: Eliminate phlegm and disperse nodules, nourish yin and clear heat. The prescription used was Zi Long Xiao Lou Tang (a formula from Pei Zhengxue’s experience). Zi Cao 30g, Long Dan Cao 10g, Xia Ku Cao 15g, Ma Qian Zi 1 piece, Guo Lu 10g, Tao Ren 10g, Dan Shen 20g, Yuan Shen 30g, Shan Cigu 10g, Shan Yu Rou 10g, Shan Dou Gen 15g, Sheng Miu Li 20g, Zhe Bei Mu 10g, E Zhu 10g, E Zhu 10g. Brew with water and take as one dose per day, for 30 doses. At the second consultation, after taking the medication, throat pain and dry mouth were relieved, fatigue and sweating decreased; the tongue was red with a thin coating, and the pulse was fine and rapid. The condition was characterized by yin deficiency and excess fire; therefore, the formula was adjusted to remove Zi Cao, Xia Ku Cao, and Long Dan Cao, adding 10g each of Mai Dong, San Ling, and E Zhu, along with 15g each of Tai Zi Shen and Bei Sha Shen. The formula was continued to be adjusted over more than a year, and the patient’s condition improved; the tumor size on CT scan shrank, but the treatment remained unchanged, and the patient continued to take the medication to consolidate the therapeutic effect.

4. Reflections Radiation therapy is currently widely recognized as the preferred treatment for nasopharyngeal cancer [6-7]. For early-stage patients, single radiation therapy is often employed. Before the advent of intensity-modulated radiation therapy, early nasopharyngeal cancer treatment included conventional external beam radiation therapy, as well as intracavitary brachytherapy, which achieved relatively good therapeutic outcomes. The 5-year survival rate for nasopharyngeal cancer after radiation therapy ranged from 47% to 55%. The standard fractionation dose for nasopharyngeal cancer is 2 Gy per fraction, with a total dose of 66–70 Gy administered to the nasopharynx, and a dose of 60–70 Gy administered to the cervical lymph nodes. Precautionary radiation was given at 46–50 Gy to the neck region. Combining radiation therapy with traditional Chinese medicine can help alleviate the toxic side effects following radiotherapy and chemotherapy. For advanced nasopharyngeal cancer where surgical or radiation therapy options are no longer available, traditional Chinese medicine also demonstrates excellent therapeutic efficacy. Traditional Chinese medicine serves not only as an adjunct treatment to radiotherapy and chemotherapy, enhancing their effectiveness through detoxification and synergistic anticancer effects, but also helps improve immune function, enhance physical condition and nutritional status, thereby prolonging survival and improving quality of life. Nasopharyngeal cancer is a common malignant tumor in otolaryngology. In traditional Chinese medical literature, this disease was not specifically named; ancient medical texts recorded conditions such as “nasal congestion,” “headache due to brain compression,” “tinnitus,” “suppurative carbuncle,” and “loss of vision,” which share similar clinical symptoms with this disease. Professor Pei believed that the primary cause of nasopharyngeal cancer is...

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[4] Li Yanqi, Li Xiaofeng, Jiang Yuliang et al. A Brief Discussion on the Advantages of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Treating Radiation Therapy Side Effects in Nasopharyngeal Cancer [G]. Collection of Papers on the Inheritance and Research of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Otolaryngology, 2009, pp. 235–238. [5] Bai Jianping, Liu Weisheng, Xu Kai. Overview of Comprehensive Treatment for Locally Advanced Nasopharyngeal Cancer [G]. Collection of Papers from the 2nd International Symposium on Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine Oncology, 2004, pp. 558–560. [6] He Yangke, Zhang Xingping. Advances in the Comprehensive Treatment of Locally Advanced Nasopharyngeal Cancer [J]. Modern Biomedical Progress, 2012, 05: 124–126. [7] Pan Jianji. Advances in Radiotherapy for Nasopharyngeal Cancer [J]. Practical Oncology Journal, 2001, 01: 78–80. The 17th China-Korea Symposium on Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, September 2013.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume Two Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience in Treating Gastric Cancer Zhan Wenguo [Abstract] Objective: To introduce Professor Pei Zhengxue’s understanding of traditional Chinese medicine-based syndrome differentiation in treating gastric cancer and his clinical experience. Methods: Through typical outpatient cases, we applied Professor Pei’s empirical formulas for syndrome differentiation-based treatment. Results: Professor Pei Zhengxue’s summary of gastric cancer I and “Formula No. 1” demonstrated significant clinical efficacy in treating gastric cancer. Conclusion: Traditional Chinese medicine treatment for gastric cancer has shown satisfactory clinical results. [Keywords] Pei Zhengxue; Gastric Cancer; Experience. Professor Pei Zhengxue is a renowned expert in integrated Chinese and Western medicine in China, a chief physician, doctoral supervisor, national-level mentor for senior students, and a lifetime director of the China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He specializes in treating various complex and difficult diseases. I had the privilege of studying under Professor Pei, and now I present the following report on Professor Pei’s clinical experience in treating gastric cancer. Gastric cancer is a malignant tumor of the gastric epithelial tissue. In the early stages, over 70% of gastric cancers are asymptomatic. In the middle and late stages, patients may experience upper abdominal pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, perforation, pyloric obstruction, weight loss, fatigue, metabolic disorders, and cancerous tumor spread. The incidence of gastric cancer in China is high, and its mortality rate ranks first among all malignant tumors [1]. The causes of gastric cancer are related to genetic factors, gastric diseases, environmental factors, and dietary habits. Most patients seek medical attention when the disease has already progressed to the middle or late stages, losing the opportunity for radical surgical treatment.

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Professor Pei believes that gastric cancer arises from weakened immune function, poor dietary habits, deficiency of righteous qi, emotional imbalance, and the accumulation of stagnant toxins within the body [2]. The liver governs the flow of qi; it prefers to be open and unblocked, but dislikes depression. When the liver’s flow is obstructed, liver qi becomes stagnant, crossing over and affecting the spleen’s earth element, leading to qi stagnation and blockage, and the stomach’s inability to descend and harmonize. This results in nausea, vomiting, and epigastric fullness. The spleen governs the transport and transformation of water and dampness; the spleen should ascend to be healthy, while the stomach should descend to be harmonious. According to the Classic of Difficult Issues, “The spleen and stomach are the repositories of food, where the five flavors are stored.” When the spleen is deficient and its functions are impaired, phlegm and dampness accumulate, blood stasis and toxins gather, causing abdominal distension and pain. As the Classic of Medical Essentials states, “When accumulation occurs, it is due to insufficient righteous qi; when righteous qi is deficient, pathogenic qi takes hold.” Gastric cancer is characterized by deficiency in the root and excess in the branch. Its site of onset is in the spleen and stomach, involving the liver, gallbladder, and kidneys. Deficiency of qi and blood, insufficient stomach yin, or deficiency of kidney yang and yin deficiency are considered root deficiencies; liver-stomach disharmony, qi stagnation, blood stasis, and phlegm-damp accumulation are considered branch manifestations [3]. In the early stages, the focus is on pathogenic excess; the pathogenic mechanism shifts to the qi level. In the later stages, the predominant pattern is deficiency—often due to qi and blood deficiency, dryness of fluids, and weakening of organ qi. In clinical practice, it is important to weigh the severity and urgency of the condition, depending on the different syndromes: either eliminate pathogenic factors, strengthen righteous qi, or employ both approaches to attack and nourish. Nourishing righteous qi involves tonifying qi and strengthening the spleen, enriching qi and nourishing blood, warming the kidneys and tonifying yang, nourishing yin and nourishing the stomach; eliminating pathogenic factors involves clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis, softening hard masses, dissolving phlegm and regulating qi, and eliminating dampness and reducing abdominal fullness [4]. In the first and second stages, surgery is the primary treatment; in the third stage, chemotherapy and combined Chinese and Western medicine are used; in the fourth stage, anti-cancer chemotherapy is employed, alongside traditional Chinese medicine to nourish righteous qi and strengthen the root [5].

II. Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment: Professor Pei divided gastric cancer into four syndromes, with adjustments made according to the specific case. (1) Spleen-Stomach Qi Deficiency Type

Patients experience epigastric distension and pain, cold hands and feet, nausea and vomiting, epigastric fullness, weight loss, a red tongue with a white or white-yellowish thick coating, and a weak pulse. Treatment principle: Warm the center and tonify deficiency. Prescription: Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, with modifications to Formula No. 1 for gastric cancer. Ingredients include: Mu Xiang 6g, Sha Ren 6g, Chen Pi 6g, Ban Xia 6g, Fuling 10g, Gan Cao 6g, Dang Shen 10g, Bai Zhu 10g, Yuan Hu 10g, Chuan Lian Zi 20g, Ji Nei Jin 10g, Jiao San Xian each 10g, Dan Shen 10g, Xia Ku Cao 15g, Hai Cao 10g, Kun Bu 10g. When cold and heat are combined, add Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang for epigastric fullness; when vomiting occurs, add Xuan Fu Hua 10g, Dai He Shi 15g, Ding Xiang 6g, Shi Cui 10g; when diarrhea occurs, add Fu Zi 6g, Gan Jiang 6g.

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Patients experience epigastric distension and pain, belching, poor appetite, sour and bitter regurgitation, constipation, a red tongue with a white-yellowish thick coating, and a wiry, slippery pulse. Treatment principle: Soothe the liver and regulate qi, promote blood circulation and resolve stasis. Prescription: Chai Hu Shu Gan San, with additions of Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang. Ingredients include: Chai Hu 10g, Zhi Shi 10g, Bai Shao 10g, Gan Cao 6g, Chuan Xiong 6g, Xiang Fu 6g, Chen Pi 6g, Tao Ren 10g, Hong Hua 6g, Dang Gui 10g, Sheng Di 6g, Huai Niu Xi 10g, Jie Geng 20g. When there is bitter taste or dry mouth, add Huang Qin 10g, Ban Xia 6g, Dang Shen 15g; when gastrointestinal bleeding occurs, add Da Huang 6g, Huang Qin 10g, Huang Lian 6g, Hua Rui Shi 15g, Dai He Shi 15g, San Qi 3g; when epigastric pain occurs, add Chao Pu Huang 10g, Wu Ling Zhi 10g; when there are masses in the flank area, add San Ling 10g, E Zhu 10g, Yan Hu Su 10g. (3) Stomach Yin Deficiency Type

Patients experience dry mouth, epigastric pain, weight loss and fatigue, vomiting upon eating, dry stools, a red and dark tongue with little coating, or even cracked tongue surfaces, and a weak, thin pulse. Treatment principle: Nourish yin and benefit qi. Prescription: Ye Shi Yang Wei Tang with additions. Bei Sha Shen 10g, Mai Dong 10g, Yu Zhu 10g, Shi Hu 10g, Sang Ye 15g, Bai Bian Dou 30g, Ban Xia 6g, Huang Qin 10g, Huang Lian 6g, Gan Jiang 6g, Dang Shen 10g, Gan Cao 6g, Da Zao 4g, Xuan Fu Hua 10g, Dai He Shi 15g. (4) Phlegm-Damp Accumulation with Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis Type

Patients experience epigastric distension and pain, nausea and vomiting, poor appetite, fatigue and weakness, a red tongue with a white-yellowish thick coating, and a wiry, slippery pulse. Treatment principle: Transform phlegm and dry dampness, regulate qi and harmonize the stomach. Prescription: Formula No. 2 for gastric cancer. Use 6 Ume berries, 6 Chuan Jiao, 6 Gan Jiang, 6 Huang Lian, 10 Huang Qin, 10 Yu Jin, 10 Dan Shen, 10 Bai Shao, 6 Ban Xia, 10 Hou Pu, 30 Xin Yi Mi, 10 Fuling, 10 Fo Shou, 15 Dang Shen, 10 Xuan Fu Hua, 15 Dai He Shi. III. Typical Cases

1. Liu, male, 61 years old, presented with epigastric distension and pain for two months, weight loss, fatigue, and loss of appetite. A gastroscopy at a certain hospital diagnosed him with gastric antral cancer, with a histological examination revealing high-grade adenocarcinoma. Physical examination showed a gaunt physique, weighing 50 kg, pale complexion, a red tongue with bruising at the edges, a slightly greasy white coating, and a wiry, thin pulse. Diagnosis: Gastric cancer (high-grade adenocarcinoma), stage T3N0M1. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis: Epigastric pain, spleen-stomach deficiency, qi stagnation and blood stasis. Prescription: Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang with additions. Ingredients include: Mu Xiang 6g, Sha…

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Chapter Fifteen: Tumor Diseases 2. Li, male, 65 years old, presented with upper abdominal pain for three months accompanied by nausea and vomiting for a week, progressive weight loss, and bloody vomitus. A gastroscopy diagnosed him with grade III atrophic gastritis, stage III gastric cancer, with adenocarcinoma identified through a biopsy. A CT scan revealed enlarged abdominal lymph nodes, CEA levels of 75 μmol/L, and Hb levels of 75 g/L. Upon examination, he reported upper abdominal distension, a red tongue with a white-yellowish thick coating, and a wiry, slippery pulse. Diagnosis: Gastric cancer, clinical stage: stage III. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis: Epigastric pain, characterized by phlegm-damp accumulation, qi stagnation and blood stasis, and the stomach’s inability to descend and harmonize. Treatment principle: Transform phlegm, regulate qi, promote blood circulation, resolve stasis, and harmonize the stomach. Prescription: Formula No. 1 for gastric cancer. Use 6 Ume berries, 6 Chuan Jiao, 6 Gan Jiang, 6 Huang Lian, 10 Huang Qin, 6 Ban Xia, 10 Hou Pu, 30 Xin Yi Mi, 10 Fuling, 10 Fo Shou, 10 Yu Jin, 10 Dan Shen, 10 Mu Xiang, 10 Cao Kou, 10 Jiao San Xian, 10 Xia Ku Cao, 10 Hai Cao, 10 Kun Bu. The patient adhered to the above formula for two years; epigastric pain disappeared, and a gastroscopic examination showed no signs of tumor. His condition healed, and he is still alive today.

2. Li, male, 65 years old, presented with upper abdominal pain for three months accompanied by nausea and vomiting for a week, progressive weight loss, and bloody vomitus. A gastroscopy diagnosed him with grade III atrophic gastritis, stage III gastric cancer, with adenocarcinoma identified through a biopsy. A CT scan revealed enlarged abdominal lymph nodes, CEA levels of 75 μmol/L, and Hb levels of 75 g/L. Upon examination, he reported upper abdominal distension, a red tongue with a white-yellowish thick coating, and a wiry, slippery pulse. Diagnosis: Gastric cancer, clinical stage: stage III. Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis: Epigastric pain, characterized by phlegm-damp accumulation, qi stagnation and blood stasis, and the stomach’s inability to descend and harmonize. Treatment principle: Transform phlegm, regulate qi, promote blood circulation, resolve stasis, and harmonize the stomach. Prescription: Formula No. 1 for gastric cancer. Use 6 Ume berries, 6 Chuan Jiao, 6 Gan Jiang, 6 Huang Lian, 10 Huang Qin, 6 Ban Xia, 10 Hou Pu, 30 Xin Yi Mi, 10 Fuling, 10 Fo Shou, 10 Yu Jin, 10 Dan Shen, 10 Mu Xiang, 10 Cao Kou, 10 Jiao San Xian, 10 Xia Ku Cao, 10 Hai Cao, 10 Kun Bu. After 14 doses of the above formula, his abdominal distension and nausea and vomiting were reduced, his mental state and appetite improved slightly, Hb levels reached 96 g/L, WBC levels were 3.5×10^9/L, PLT levels were 120×10^9/L, and epigastric pain eased somewhat. The formula was adjusted to remove Xuan Fu Hua and Dai He Shi, adding Yuan Hu, Chuan Lian Zi, Xia Ku Cao, Hai Cao, and Jiao San Xian each 10g. Combined with Pei’s own prepared Pei’s Blood-Producing Particles [6], whose basic ingredients include (Bei Sha Shen, Tai Zi Shen, Ren Shen, Lu Dang Shen, Sheng Di, Shan Yao, Shan Yu Rou, Gui Zhi, Bai Shao, Gan Cao, Sheng Jiang, Da Zao, Fu Xiao Mai, Mai Dong, Wu Wei Zi, Sheng Long Mu), Pei’s Stomach Health Granules were administered orally to the patient, who was instructed to return home and continue taking the formula for over a year. The patient’s condition did not recur, his epigastric pain completely disappeared, his weight increased, and he was able to resume his daily work.

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Pei Zhengxue Clinical Collection, Volume Two IV. Discussion Gastric cancer is a common and frequently occurring disease of the digestive system. Most patients seek medical attention when the disease has already progressed to the middle or late stages, losing the opportunity for surgery. Radiation therapy and chemotherapy have limited efficacy; at this point, combining traditional Chinese medicine with methods that strengthen the body and reinforce the root can significantly improve patients’ survival time and quality of life. Professor Pei Zhengxue believed that gastric cancer falls within the scope of traditional Chinese medicine’s terms like “hiccups,” “nausea,” and “accumulation.” Its pathogenic mechanisms mainly stem from qi stagnation, blood stasis, and the failure of the spleen and stomach’s transport and transformation functions; anger and frustration can lead to liver dysfunction, causing the liver’s flow to be blocked and the liver’s wood element to overcome the earth element, resulting in cross-flow and invasion of the stomach. When qi stagnates, fire rises, and when fire is excessive, it harms yin; prolonged pain that affects the meridians is considered a concurrent symptom. Case one involved spleen-stomach qi deficiency and qi stagnation with blood stasis, treated with Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang combined with Formula No. 1 for gastric cancer (Yuan Hu, Chuan Lian Zi, Chao Pu Huang, Wu Ling Zhi, Ji Nei Jin, Jiao San Xian, Dan Shen, Mu Xiang, Cao Kou, Xia Ku Cao, Hai Cao, Kun Bu). The treatment yielded remarkable results, and after continuing to use the Lanzhou formula combined with Formula No. 1 for gastric cancer for over two years, the patient’s condition improved. Among the formulas, Yuan Hu and Chuan Lian Zi were used in the Jin Ling Zi Song to promote blood circulation, resolve stasis, and regulate qi to relieve pain; Pu Huang and Wu Ling Zhi were used in the Shishi Song to promote blood circulation, resolve stasis, and disperse nodules to relieve pain. Ji Nei Jin…

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右上肢沉重麻木,肿胀,近腋下部位硬肿,肩关节不能活动,功能障碍,手掌发麻疼痛,头颈部汗出,形体偏胖,舌质红,舌体胖大,边有齿痕,苔薄白,脉沉滑。查体:右/左上肢肘上10cm处周径37/30cm,皮肤硬而韧,肿胀波及整个上肢,皮肤无溃破,无红肿,肩关节水平外展及向上外展严重受限。中医辨证为脾虚湿蕴,痰湿阻络,治以健脾化痰,温经通络,活血利水。药物组成:党参15g,白术10g,茯苓10g,制半夏10g,陈皮10g,甘草5g,枳壳10g,生姜10g,芒硝(烊化)10g,制乳药、没香各6g,川、草乌各15g(先煎1h),细辛(先煎1小时)15g,马钱子1个(油炸)o15剂,水煎分服,2次/d。古圣Ⅱ胶囊2粒,2次/d,口服,嘱患者抬高患肢,促进淋巴回流。半月后再诊,患肢肿胀明显减轻,右/左侧上肢肘上10cm处周径33/30cm,手掌麻木疼痛缓解,前臂可适度抬起,治疗有效,效不更方,古圣Ⅱ胶囊减量为1粒,2次/d,口服。再服药1个月,患肢肿胀基本消失,功能恢复,随诊半年,病情稳定,未见复发。

二、讨论

乳腺癌是我国女性发病率最高的恶性肿瘤之一，随着手术、放疗、化疗、内分泌治疗及分子生物靶向治疗的进展，其预后明显改善。但治疗后患侧上肢淋巴水肿是乳腺癌术后最常见、最难处理的并发症[1]，发生率为6%~62%[2]，水肿一旦发生往往不断加重并引起上肢感觉运动障碍、反复感染、甚至残疾。有研究表明肥胖、腋窝淋巴结清扫和放疗是其危险因素[3-4]。由于女性患者上肢淋巴系统交通支少、变异小，通过其他分支代偿能力弱，成为发生淋巴水肿的解剖基础。其发展过程为淋巴液回流不畅，组织蛋白质浓度增高，渗透压增高，血管内液体进入组织，发生水肿。淋巴管不断扩张，内皮间隙逐渐增大，其阀门功能破坏，淋巴液回收进一步下降。如早期未能祛除病因消除水肿，高渗液长期刺激，周围组织成纤维细胞增殖，胶原蛋白沉积，纤维化加重，淋巴回流受阻加重，水肿进一步加重且难以恢复，后期出现皮肤营养不良、感染等，促进瘢痕增生，形成恶性循环[5]。在治疗上，目前尚无理想的治疗药物，常用的处理方法有：抬高患肢、按摩、压迫肢体、微波照射、服用利尿药物等，但只对预防淋巴水肿的形成和轻度淋巴水肿有一定疗效，而重度水肿由于发生了明显的皮下纤维化，其治疗效果不理想。

老师认为“正虚”是恶性肿瘤发生的关键，《素问》有“正气存内，邪不可干”“邪之所凑，其气必虚”的论述，《灵枢·百病始生》篇也说：“此必因虚邪之风，与其身形，两虚相得，乃客其形”，说明正气不足是疾病发生的内在因素，在疾病的发展过程中起主导作用。加之手术、放化疗等治疗手段的应用易形成气血阴阳失衡，痰浊瘀血内停的本虚标实之证。老师临床50余载，提出“西医诊断，中医辨证，中药为主，西药为辅”的中西医结合十六字方针[6-7]，主张在西医诊断明确的前提下进行中医辨证施治，一可提高辨治准确率，二可避免延误病情。

乳腺癌术后上肢淋巴水肿属中医“水肿”“脉痹”范畴[8]。本案从痰湿入手，应用古方指迷茯苓丸（汤）加减配合自制古圣Ⅱ胶囊，疗效满意。指迷茯苓丸出自《全生指迷方》，后世或称为“茯苓丸”，全方由姜制半夏二两，茯苓一两，枳壳五钱，分化硝二钱半组成，主治中脘停痰，举臂艰难，或肩背酸痛，脉沉细，及产后作喘，四肢浮肿等症。历代医家对其评价颇高，清代程国彭在《医学心悟》中说：“肩背痛，古人主以茯苓丸，谓痰饮为患也……痰饮随风走入经络而肩背肿痛……治无不效。”清代汪昂《医方集解》说：“此足太阴、阳明药也，半夏燥湿，茯苓渗水，枳壳行气，风化硝软坚去坚痰，生姜制半夏之毒而除痰，使痰气通则臂痛自止矣。”古圣Ⅱ胶囊系裴师自创名方，由明矾、火硝、微量速尿、氨苯蝶啶共研为末，装入胶囊而成。方中硝石矾石散为《金匮要略》治疗阴黄之专剂，张锡纯谓此方为“治黄疸之总方”，奇效堪捷。明矾、火硝两药具保肝利胆、利水，亦可健脾消食，为治疗肝木克土之理想药物[9]。主治肝硬化腹水形成等症，本案与汤药配合应用，加强了利水消肿的作用。本案患者诊断明确，系乳腺癌术后放化疗后重度淋巴水肿，治疗较为困难。老师从痰湿入手，以健脾化痰，温经通络为主，辅以活血利水，方中四君子汤健脾化痰，治生痰之源以治本，指迷茯苓丸燥湿导痰，行气散结以治标，小半夏汤燥湿浊而祛痰涎，配枳壳调畅气机，茯苓渗运水湿，芒硝软坚涤痰，细辛、川草乌、马钱子为老师特色用药，此药对善治一切疼痛，不仅用量较大，而且久煎去毒，与制乳香、没药相配温经活血，通络止痛，古圣Ⅱ胶囊利水消肿。全方攻补兼施，标本同治，符合肿瘤患者本虚标实之特点，长期服用扶正不留邪，祛邪不伤正，使痰湿去而水肿自消。

乳腺癌术后并发上肢淋巴水肿，是目前尚未解决的医学难题，中医中药治疗显示出一定优势，中医辨证论治常可有效缓解症状，减轻病痛。老师从痰湿论治，疗效满意，为该病的有效治疗提供了新的思路，值得进一步研究和推广。

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[416]第十五章 肿瘤疾病

裴正学教授治疗鼻咽癌的临床经验 展文国

【摘要】裴正学教授认为鼻咽癌的病因病机为正气亏虚，痰凝血瘀。注重病证结合，依证论治，放、化疗后配合中药扶正固本为主治疗特色的治疗体系，常用紫龙消瘤汤、通窍活血汤、麦味地黄汤、养阴清肺汤、兰州方对证加减治疗，可明显延长患者生存期，提高生活质量，临床疗效满意。

【关键词】鼻咽癌；辨证施治；经验；裴正学

鼻咽癌（Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, NPC）是人体鼻咽腔黏膜上皮和腺体上皮组织，在各种内在因素的长期作用下使鼻咽腔组织过度增生和分裂增殖所形成的恶性肿瘤。鼻咽癌的早期主要症状有颈淋巴结肿大、鼻塞、鼻衄、耳鸣耳聋、头痛面麻等。NPC绝大多数起源于外胚层上皮细胞，95%以上是鳞形细胞癌，其次是腺癌和未分化癌[1]。局部扩散和淋巴结转移为其转移途径。鼻咽癌患者以颈淋巴结肿大为首发症状占36.5%，约有70%～80%的病人颈部较早出现质硬而固定的淋巴结转移灶。鼻咽癌除外科手术治疗外，还需配合放、化疗、免疫治疗以及中医中药综合治疗。

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一、病因病机

裴正学教授认为鼻咽癌的病因与机体内外多种致病因素有关。正气亏虚是肿瘤发生的根本原因。《医宗必读》云：“积之成者，正气不足，正气虚而后邪气踞之。”《素问●平热病论》云：“邪之所凑，其气必虚。”先天不足，正气虚弱，脏腑功能失调，脉络阻滞而成肿块；咽喉为肺、胃二经气机升降之枢纽，六淫外邪侵肺，肺失宣降，气机不利，咳嗽胸闷。肺开窍于鼻，鼻为肺之门户，外邪入内，郁而化热，肺热伤阴动血，鼻衄咳血。肺病及肾，肾阴亏虚，久则肺肾阴虚；或情志不遂，疏泄失常，肝气郁结，气血凝滞，积聚成块，胆火上逆耳鸣、耳聋；脾失健运，痰浊内生，少阳胆火与痰湿相搏，淤于胆经，则成瘰疬、痰核等颈部转移性包块；或饮食不洁，湿热蕴结，痰凝血瘀，毒热互结，阻塞经络，日久而成癌肿。因此，本病病位在鼻咽，与肺、脾、肝、胆等脏腑功能失调有关，属本虚标实之证，本虚为脏腑气血不足，正气亏虚，肺肾阴虚、气阴两虚。标实为痰湿凝聚，气滞血瘀[2]。

二、辨证施治

鼻咽癌早期以放疗为主，中药辅助治疗。中晚期或放化疗后病人以中医辨证治疗为主，扶正祛邪，标本兼治。扶正以益气健脾、滋阴补肾、补气养血等法，祛邪以清热解毒、软坚散结、活血化瘀、疏肝理气等法。

①痰浊凝聚型，鼻中流脓涕，或涕中带血，鼻塞咳嗽，口苦咽干，头晕头痛，胸脘满闷，颈部淋巴结肿大，舌质红，苔白腻，脉弦滑。治则：清热解毒，消痰散结。方药紫龙消瘤汤（裴正学经验方）：紫草、龙胆草、夏枯草、马钱子、瓜蒌、桃仁、丹参、元参、山慈姑、山萸肉、山豆根。颈部淋巴结肿大加牡蛎、浙贝母、莪术；鼻衄加白茅根、仙鹤草、汉三七；鼻塞加苍耳子、辛夷、薄荷。

②气滞血瘀型，鼻塞头痛，涕中带血，入夜加重，耳鸣头昏，可见颈淋巴结转移肿块，烦躁易怒，口苦咽干，舌边尖红，苔黄白，脉弦滑。治法：活血化瘀，消肿散结。方药通窍活血汤加减：桃仁、红花、当归、赤芍、川芎、生地、细辛、冰片、薄荷、浙贝母、牡蛎、夏枯草、三棱、莪术。胸胁胀痛加柴胡、郁金；大便干结加大黄、芒硝。

③肺肾阴虚，肝郁气结型，头晕目眩，耳鸣耳聋，视物不清，声音嘶哑，腰膝酸软，潮热盗汗，口苦口渴，心烦易怒，舌质红，苔少，脉细数。治则：疏肝化瘀，滋补肺肾。方药麦味地黄汤和逍遥散加减：麦冬、五味子、生地、山药、山萸肉、丹皮、柴胡、当归、白芍、茯苓、白术。声音嘶哑加胖大海、桔梗、元参；口干加天花粉。

④津液耗伤，气阴两虚型，唇口干燥，咽喉肿痛，心悸气短、神疲乏力，盗汗失眠，大便干结，小便短赤，舌质红有裂纹，苔少，脉细数。治法：滋阴养胃，益气生津。养阴清肺汤加兰州方[3]（裴教授经验方）。方药：北沙参、麦冬、元参、生地、桔梗、甘草、浙贝母、太子参、人参须、党参、山萸肉、五味子、浮小麦、知母、丹皮、鲜芦根。

（二）重视放、化疗后并发症之治疗

NPC病人在放、化疗后，胃肠功能紊乱，骨髓造血功能抑制，免疫功能减退，出现放射性口腔炎，口腔及鼻咽黏膜糜烂、溃疡、肿痛，口干舌燥和唇裂咽痛等毒副反应，影响放化疗进程，甚至中途停止放射治疗，使治疗效果降低，进而影响患者生存质量[4]。因此，给予益气养阴、清热解毒等治疗，提高生存率，增强疗效，同时减轻了放化疗之副作用，已成为提高患者生存质量的必要手段。常用北沙参、麦冬、元参、生石膏、山栀子、黄连、青黛、藿香、防风、白术、茯苓、重楼、白花蛇舌草；放疗后颅神经损伤导致吞咽困难及声音嘶哑、进食时呛咳、放射性皮炎、放射性颞颌关节炎等。咽喉为手太阴肺经和足少阴肾经共同循行之部位，鼻咽部同时又是足厥阴肝经绕行部位，三经汇聚于咽喉部位。放射性属热毒之邪，易损伤正气[5]，鼻咽癌经放疗后，辐射火毒伤阴，耗气伤血，致气血亏虚及肾精亏损，故咽喉疼痛，声音嘶哑。四逆散为《伤寒论》中治疗少阴病四肢厥逆证，有透解郁热，疏肝理脾之功。裴教授认为鼻咽癌患者系情志不遂，气机郁结，气滞血瘀所致，加之放化疗热毒伤阴，金破不鸣，故而咽喉疼痛、声音嘶哑，故与肝、肺密切相关，故裴教授对放化疗后喑哑、喉痛者，从肝、肺论治，以四逆散调畅气机，疏肝理气。升降散（大黄、蝉衣、僵蚕、姜黄）升清降浊，疏风清热。养阴清肺汤滋阴清热，润喉止咳，使肝火平，肺津布，气机疏，诸证治焉。《伤寒温疫条辨》卷四云：“温病表里三焦大热，其证不可名状者，用僵蚕、蝉蜕，升阳中之清阳；姜黄、大黄，降阴中之浊阴，一升一降，内外通和，而杂气之流毒顿消矣。”

三、典型病例

1.李某，男，53岁，主诉：鼻咽癌术后、放化疗后半年声音嘶哑。患者于半年前患鼻咽癌，颈部淋巴结肿大，手术活检示：高分化鳞癌，术后放疗25次，化疗三疗程，颈淋巴结肿大消失，随后出现声音嘶哑，口干口渴，咽痛，心烦急躁，胸胁胀满，气短乏力，失眠盗汗，大便干结，舌质红少苔，脉细数。诊断：鼻咽癌。中医辨证属放化疗后气阴两虚，瘀毒内结。治以滋阴益气，活血散结。方药：兰州方，四逆散，升降散加减。北沙参15g，太子参15g，潞党参15g，人参须15g，生地12g，山萸肉30g，桂枝10g，白芍10g，甘草6g，生姜6g，大枣6g，浮小麦30g，麦冬10g，五味子3g，柴胡10g，枳实10g，蝉衣6g，僵蚕10g，大黄。

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Professor Pei Zhengxue’s Clinical Experience in Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine for Nasopharyngeal Cancer

Bai Lijun, Chen Guangyan, Liang Yi
[Keywords] Nasopharyngeal cancer; Integrated TCM and Western Medicine; Professor Pei Zhengxue

Professor Pei Zhengxue is the Chief Physician at Gansu Provincial Cancer Hospital and a doctoral supervisor. He is a renowned expert in the integration of traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine in China, a national-level mentor for advanced students, and a lifetime director of the Chinese Society of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He specializes in treating various complex and difficult cases. I had the privilege of studying under Professor Pei, and here I share Professor Pei’s clinical experience in treating nasopharyngeal cancer as follows.

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