Record of Thinking about Difficult Diseases and Syndromes: Revised and Annotated Edition

Author: Ke Xuefan
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: This book is a revision and supplement of the previous edition, "Reflections on Difficult and Unclear Syndromes," written by the author personally after his retirement at the age of over 70. Building on the 30 chapter-style medical case novels of the previous edition, it adds 20 more chapters. These 50 carefully selected cases are highly representative in clinical practice, allowing readers to effortlessly and naturally learn about Traditional Chinese Medicine's (TCM) four diagnostic experiences, understanding of pathogenesis, syndrome differentiation methods, treatment strategies, prescription and herbal experiences, as well as TCM analysis when Western medicine hides the original condition or causes side effects. Due to the novel genre, some important aspects of TCM in the original book were left unaddressed. Therefore, 30 commentary articles have been added, discussing the issues raised in the novel in thematic chapters, offering insightful perspectives and proposing new insights, methods, and experiences that combine both TCM and contemporary clinical practice. These fully reflect the rigorous academic pursuit, diligent exploration, and rational thinking of the first generation of graduates from newly established TCM university schools, making it an excellent reading material for post-graduation continuing education in TCM institutions.