Traditional Chinese Medicine - Ear, Nose, and Throat Science

Author: Yan Daonan
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Publish Date: 2002-12-01
Features: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Otolaryngology is a clinical discipline that guides itself with the traditional theories of TCM and combines modern TCM clinical methods for syndrome differentiation and treatment to study the prevention and treatment of ear, nose, and throat diseases in the human body. This book primarily introduces the basic theories of TCM Otolaryngology and the TCM treatment methods for common diseases. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is the General Theory, which introduces routine examination methods for ear, nose, and throat diseases, syndrome differentiation methods for these diseases, and the major principles of TCM treatment for otolaryngological disorders. The second part is the Specific Theory, divided into three chapters, covering 29 common ear, nose, and throat diseases. It briefly discusses the basic concepts, main etiology and pathogenesis, key diagnostic points, and syndrome differentiation and treatment methods for these diseases. Some conditions also include simple and practical single formulas, external treatment methods, and other relevant information. Regarding acupuncture, massage, and health preservation and rehabilitation, these are covered in separate specialized books and are not elaborated on in this volume.