Rhinitis

General

Clinical Manifestations	Watery nasal discharge Sneezing Itching eyes and nose Red, swollen conjunctiva Edema and vasodiation of the nasal mucus membrane Sore, dry throat Supraorbital and maxillary pain
Treatment Principle
Herb Formulas	Xiao Chai Hu Tang Qing Bi Tang Chronic rhinitis: Ge Gen Tang Pediatric rhinitis: Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang
Points	Yintang,LI-4, LI-20 Yintang,LI-4, LI-20, Bitong GB-20, UB-10, DU-23 (may use moxa), LI-4, LI-20 GB-20, UB-10, DU-14, DU-16, DU-20, UB-12, LI-4, LI-19, LI-20, PC-8, SI-2 DU-23, LI-4, LIV-3 UB-7, DU-23, Yintang, LI-4 Chronic:   1. GB-20, DU-23, Yintang, LI-4, LI-20   2. Yintang, LI-4, DU-23, Bitong Loss of smell: DU-25, UB-13, LI-20 (alternate sides) Ear: Internal nose, Adrenal, Endocrine

Wind Attacks The Lungs (Acute)

Clinical Manifestations	Nasal discharge Sneezing Itching eyes and nose Red, swollen conjunctiva Edema and vasodiation of the nasal mucus membrane Maybe nasal obstruction Nasal congestion
Treatment Principle	Release the exterior
Herb Formulas	Cang Er Zi Tang Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San Jing Jie Lian Qiao Tang For Superficial Wind-Dampness: Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang For Superficial Wind-Dampness with Qi Deficiency: Wang Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang
Points	Yintang,LI-4, LI-20 Yintang,LI-4, LI-20, Bitong GB-20, UB-10, DU-23 (may use moxa), LI-4, LI-20 GB-20, UB-10, DU-14, DU-16, DU-20, UB-12, LI-4, LI-19, LI-20, PC-8, SI-2 DU-23, LI-4, LIV-3 UB-7, DU-23, Yintang, LI-4 Chronic:   1. GB-20, DU-23, Yintang, LI-4, LI-20   2. Yintang, LI-4, DU-23, Bitong Loss of smell: DU-25, UB-13, LI-20 (alternate sides) Ear: Internal nose, Adrenal, Endocrine

Shang Han-Tai Yang Level Wind-Cold Attacks The Lungs (Acute)

Clinical Manifestations	Watery nasal discharge Sneezing Itching eyes and nose Irritated, watery eyes Pale, baggy mucus membranes Red, swollen conjunctiva Edema and vasodiation of the nasal mucus membrane Reduction or loss of the sense of smell Maybe nasal polyps Maybe nasal obstruction Severe chills Mild or no fever Frontal or maxillary headache Generalized discomfort Stiff neck and shoulders Body aches	Joint ache Nausea Vomiting Hiccups Anhidrosis Gasping Stabbing joint pain Itchy throat Cough Asthma Aversion to Wind and Cold Maybe low back pain Maybe frozen shoulder Maybe dyspnea Maybe epistaxis (severe) T: Normal C: Thin, white P: Superficial and tight
Treatment Principle	Relieve Exterior Expel Wind-Cold Warm the Lungs Disperse the Lungs Stop Asthma Transform Phlegm-Fluids Descend Lung Qi
Herb Formulas	Ma Huang Tang Jing Fang Bai Du San Xing Su San Xiao Qing Long Tangmodified Gui Zhi Tang Ma Huang Jia Zhu Tang Xin Yi San Jia Wei Ge Gen Tangmodified With Phlegm: Jin Fe Cao San #2 For pain in the nasal cavity: Jia Wei Xin Yi San If Wind-Cold transforms into Heat:  Sang Ju Yin modified Wind-Cold Invasion with Damp Accumulation: Ma Huang Jia Ju Tang Patent Medicines:   Bi Min Gan Wan (Pe Min Kan Wan)   Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao Wan   For signs of Heat:     Bi Yan Pian
Points	LI-4, LI-20, LI-19, UB-7, LU-7, ST-36 GB-20, GB-11, LI-20, LI-11, LI-4 UB-12, UB-13, GB-20, LU-7, LU-5, LI-4, KI-7, DU-16 UB-6, UB-2, SI-3 LU-7, LI-4, LI-11, Yintang, LI-20, DU-23, UB-2, Bitong To Expel Wind Cold:   GB-20, DU-16, UB-12 To Disperse the Lung:   UB-13 To clear nasal obstruction:   LI-20, Bitong, Yintang To Promote Sweat:   LI-4, KI-7, LU-7, SJ-5 LU-7, LI-4, LI-20, UB-12, UB-13, DU-23, GB-20, Yintang Moxa Yintang With copious mucus: SP-3, ST-40 With Heat: LU-10, LI-11

Shang Han-Tai Yang Level With Interior Yang Deficiency (Wind-Cold Attacks The Lungs With Interior Yang Deficiency)

Clinical Manifestations	Sensation of extreme cold Severe chills Chills are not relieved by clothing or covers Slight fever Anhidrosis Exhaustion Almost constant desire to sleep Pale face Cold extremities Headache Cough Pain penetrating to the back Toothache Sore throat Raspy voice Edema due to Wei Qi Stagnation Chronic wheezing T: Pale and swollen C: White and slippery P: Deep and weak
Treatment Principle	Disperse Wind-Cold Replenish Yang
Herb Formulas	Ma Huang Fu Zi Xi Xin Tang
Points	Moxa and needle DU-23, LI-20, UB-13, UB-23, KI-3 UB-7, UB-3, DU-24, Yintang, LI-20 through to Bitong, LI-4, LU-7, GB-20 For severe sinus congestion: UB-2 For sore throat: PC-6, ST-9 UB-7, UB-3, DU-24, Yintang, LI-20 through to Bitong, LI-4, LU-7 For Wind-Cold: LU-7, LI-4, UB-13, LU-5, UB-12, DU-16 For creating sweat: LI-4 + KI-7

Shang Han-Tai Yang Level Transforms Into Yang Ming

Clinical Manifestations	Nasal obstruction caused by Damp-Heat Stuffy nose Yellow and sticky nasal discharge Sneezing Headache Itchy nose and throat Decreased sense of smell Decreased energy Fatigue
Treatment Principle	Release the Exterior Clear Heat Resolve toxicity Unblock the nasal passages
Herb Formulas	Qing Bi Tang
Points	LI-4, LI-20, LI-19, UB-7, LU-7, ST-36 GB-20, GB-11, LI-20, LI-11, LI-4 UB-12, UB-13, GB-20, LU-7, LU-5, LI-4, KI-7, DU-16 UB-6, UB-2, SI-3 LU-7, LI-4, LI-11, Yintang, LI-20, DU-23, UB-2, Bitong To Expel Wind Cold:   GB-20, DU-16, UB-12 To Disperse the Lung:   UB-13 To clear nasal obstruction:   LI-20, Bitong, Yintang To Promote Sweat:   LI-4, KI-7, LU-7, SJ-5 LU-7, LI-4, LI-20, UB-12, UB-13, DU-23, GB-20, Yintang Moxa Yintang With copious mucus: SP-3, ST-40 With Heat: LU-10, LI-11

Wen Bing Wei Stage Wind-Heat (Wind-Heat Attacks The Lungs)

Clinical Manifestations	Continuous or sustained nasal congestion Transient, declining sense of smell or loss of sense of smell Generally severe frontal, maxillary or temporal headache Nasal congestion Sticky yellow or green, purulent and malodorous mucus discharge from the nose Inflamed or swollen nasal mucus membranes Nasal voice Frontal headache Maxillary pain Thirst Fever or fever and chills (early-stage) Sneezing Itching eyes and nose Red, swollen conjunctiva Perspiration	Edema and vasodiation of the nasal mucus membrane Inflammation of throat and/or tongue Cough with sticky yellow sputum Aversion to Wind and Heat Thirst with desire for cold drinks Red bumps around mouth and lips (herpes simplex) Headache Nasal obstruction Sore, swollen throat Dyspnea Chest pain Dry mouth Rapid breathing Maybe constipation Maybe scanty urine T: Red tip C: Thin yellow P: Floating and/or Rapid
Treatment Principle	Disperse Wind Clear Heat Open the nose Clear the Lungs
Herb Formulas	Sang Ju Yin modified Yin Qiao San Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang Cang Er Zi Sanmodified Jing Jie Lian Qiao Tang Gan Mao Dan Snuff: Bing Lian San Patent Medicines:   Bi Yuan Wan   Bi Yan Pian
Points	LU-5, LU-7, LU-10, LU-11, DU-14, DU-16, SJ-5, GB-20, UB-12, UB-13 SJ-5, LI-4, LI-11, LI-20, GB-20, DU-23, UB-2, Yintang, Taiyang For fever:   DU-14, UB-40 (bleed) For Wind-Heat:   GB-20, LI-4, SJ-5, LI-11, UB-12 For cough:   LU-7, UB-13, REN-22 For headache:    DU-23, DU-24, ST-8, Taiyang For Lung Heat:    LU-5, LU-10 For Asthma:    DU-16, ST-40, Dingchuan

Wen Bing Qi Stage Lung Heat (Chronic)

Clinical Manifestations	High fever Fever with or without sweat No chills Aversion to Heat Cough Asthma Nasal flaring and pain Nasal congestion Nasal polyps Restlessness Thirst Dark yellow urine Dyspnea Chest pain Shortness of breath Phlegm (thick yellow) T: Red C: Thick yellow, maybe dry and sticky or Thin and yellow or Thin and white P: Rapid, maybe slippery, maybe forceful, maybe Superficial
Treatment Principle	Clear Heat in Lungs Strengthen when weak or elderly
Herb Formulas	Xin Yi Qing Fei Yin Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang
Points	To Clear Heat (reduce fever):    LI-11, DU-14, ST-44 To soothe and clear Heat from the Lungs:    LU-5, LU-10 To regulate Lung Qi and stop cough and asthma:    UB-13, DU-13, Dingchuan To strengthen weak or elderly patients:    ST-36, UB-20, REN-6

Lung Qi Deficiency

Clinical Manifestations	Transitory, recurrent episodes of paroxysmal sneezing, nasal itch with copious clear watery nasal discharge or congestion The symptoms are triggered or aggravated by exposure to Wind or Cold air Easily catches colds Reduction or loss of sense of smell Chronic nasal congestion Frequent colds Soft, low voice Shortness of breath Spontaneous sweating Waxy, pale complexion In atopic individuals, there may be a history or concurrent eczema or asthma T: Pale C: Thin white P: Deficient and weak
Treatment Principle	Warm and tonify the Lungs Expel Wind
Herb Formulas	Yu Ping Feng San + Cang Er Zi San Cang Er Zi San modified Wen Fei Zhi Liu Dan modified For a patient with pre-existing Lung Qi Deficiency who contracts a Wind-Cold: Shen Su Yin For a patient with Lung Qi Deficiency who suddenly has a worsening of the congestion or the primary formula fails: Wen Fei Tang (short time) Patent Medicines:   Bu Zhong Yi Qi Wan   Bi Min Gan Wan (Pe Min Kan Wan)     Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Wan  Shen Ling Bai Zhu Wan
Points	Yintang,LI-4, LI-20 Yintang,LI-4, LI-20, Bitong GB-20, UB-10, DU-23 (may use moxa), LI-4, LI-20 GB-20, UB-10, DU-14, DU-16, DU-20, UB-12, LI-4, LI-19, LI-20, PC-8, SI-2 DU-23, LI-4, LIV-3 UB-7, DU-23, Yintang, LI-4 Chronic:   1. GB-20, DU-23, Yintang, LI-4, LI-20   2. Yintang, LI-4, DU-23, Bitong Loss of smell: DU-25, UB-13, LI-20 (alternate sides) Ear: Internal nose, Adrenal, Endocrine For Lung Qi Deficiency: UB-13, LU-9, ST-36, UB-43, REN-17

Lung Qi Deficiency With Heat Affecting The Lung And Large Intestine

Clinical Manifestations	This condition is initiated or aggravated by certain foods or wine Transitory, recurrent episodes of paroxysmal sneezing, nasal itch with copious clear watery nasal discharge or congestion The symptoms are triggered or aggravated by exposure to Wind or Cold air Reduction or loss of sense of smell Frequent colds Soft, low voice Shortness of breath Spontaneous sweating Waxy, pale complexion In atopic individuals, there may be a history or concurrent eczema or asthma Nasal obstruction Stuffy nose Thick, sticky, yellow nasal discharge Decreased sense of smell T: Red C: Yellow or white P: Rapid
Treatment Principle	Dispel Lung Heat Disseminates Lung Qi Unblocks the nose
Herb Formulas	Xin Yi Qing Fei Yin
Points	Yintang,LI-4, LI-20 Yintang,LI-4, LI-20, Bitong GB-20, UB-10, DU-23 (may use moxa), LI-4, LI-20 GB-20, UB-10, DU-14, DU-16, DU-20, UB-12, LI-4, LI-19, LI-20, PC-8, SI-2 DU-23, LI-4, LIV-3 UB-7, DU-23, Yintang, LI-4 Chronic:   1. GB-20, DU-23, Yintang, LI-4, LI-20   2. Yintang, LI-4, DU-23, Bitong Loss of smell: DU-25, UB-13, LI-20 (alternate sides) Ear: Internal nose, Adrenal, Endocrine For Lung Qi Deficiency: UB-13, LU-9, ST-36, UB-43, REN-17 For Lung Heat: LU-5, LU-10, LI-11, DU-14, ST-44 For Large Intestine Heat: ST-25, SJ-6, ST-37, LI-11, LI-4, ST-44

Phlegm-Heat Congests The Lung

Clinical Manifestations	Copious sticky, continuous yellow or green nasal discharge or Severe, continuous or sustained nasal congestion Transient, declining sense of smell or loss of sense of smell Generally severe frontal headache Inflamed and swollen mucus membranes Vertigo Dizziness Heavy woolly-headedness Heaviness and aches in the body Lethargy Fatigue Epigastric and abdominal distention Anorexia Loose or sluggish stools T: Red C: Greasy and yellow P: Soft and rapid or Slippery and rapid
Treatment Principle	Clear and transform Phlegm Heat Open the nose
Herb Formulas	Dan Xi Bi Yuan Fang Jia Jian + Huo Dan Wan (patent) Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan Patent Medicines:   Bi Yuan Wan   Bi Yan Pian   Bi Yan Ning Snuff: Bing Lian San
Points	LI-4, LI-11, LI-20, GB-20, GB-39, SP-9, DU-23, UB-2, Taiyang, Yintang, Bitong

Lung And Spleen Qi Deficiency

Clinical Manifestations	Recurrent episodes of relatively severe nasal congestion or Persistent runny nose with thin watery or sticky white sputum Nasal mucosa swollen and pale or ashen Nasal polyps Children may have upturned noses from frequent wiping upwards with the palm of the hand Nasal itch Sneezing Reduction or loss of sense of smell Fullness and heaviness in the head Wooly headaches Fatigue Listlessness Aversion to Cold Tired limbs Poor appetite Picky eater Loose stools or diarrhea T: pale or Pale and swollen with tooth marks C: White P: Soft and weak
Treatment Principle	Strengthen the Spleen Tonify Qi Tonify the Lungs to consolidate Qi
Herb Formulas	Liu Jun Zi Tangmodified Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang For children with perennial rhinitis: Shen Ling Bai Zhu San modified Patent Medicines:   Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Wan   Bu Zhong Yi Qi Wan   Bi Min Gan Wan (Pe Min Kan Wan)
Points	ST-40, SP-3, LU-7, UB-13, UB-20, GB-20, LI-4, LI-19, LI-20, DU-23 In atopic patients: + UB-23, DU-4 or REN-4 For chronic cases moxa three or four of the following: Yintang, REN-4, REN-6, REN-12, DU-4, DU-12, DU-23, SP-6, ST-36, UB-23

Spleen Qi Deficiency

Clinical Manifestations	Relates closely to diet Chronic, copious and persistent sticky nasal discharge or Nasal congestion which is relatively severe The congestion is worse at night and when lying down and better during the day when active Discharge of frothy yellow phlegm (possible infection) The mucus is sticky and white and without a bad odor Pale and swollen mucous membranes Reduction in or loss of smell Wooly-headedness Dizziness Distended headache Frontal headache Heavy, tired limbs Fatigue Anorexia Abdominal distention Pale, sallow complexion Diarrhea or loose stools T: Pale C: Thin or thick and white P: Moderate and weak
Treatment Principle	Strengthen the Spleen Tonify Qi Facilitate the raising of Clear Yang and the descending of turbid Yin
Herb Formulas	Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tangmodified Shen Ling Bai Zhu Sanmodified Wan Dai Tang With Accumulation of Phlegm-Damp: Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang Patent Medicines:   Xiang Xia Liu Jun Zi Wan   Bu Zhong Yi Qi Wan   Shen Ling Bai Zhu Wan Medicated Oil #1 Snuff: (for severe cases) Bi Yun San Rinse with warm salt water Rinse with a decoction of any one of the following: Bul. Allii Fistulosi Cong Bai, Hb. Centipeda E Bu Shi Cao, Flos Magnoliae Xin Yi Hua
Points	LI-20, LI-4, DU-20, DU-23, Yintang, Bitong, UB-2, UB-20, GB-20, ST-36, ST-40, SP-3 Yintang (moxa over a slice of Ginger) GB-20, LI-4, LI-20, LI-19, UB-13, UB-20, UB-23, LU-7, LU-9, ST-36, KI-6 Moxa: (Select three or four per treatment) Yintang, DU-4, DU-12, DU-23, REN-6, REN-8, REN-12, SP-6, ST-36

Liver Qi Stasgnation With Heat

Clinical Manifestations	Continuous or sustained nasal congestion Transient, declining sense of smell or loss of sense of smell Nasal swelling Sinus pain Generally severe frontal, maxillary or temporal headache Chronic sinus inflammation and congestion which is worse with stress or emotional upset May have pain or sinus pressure May have occasional postnasal discharge Frontal or temporal headaches Neck and shoulder tension Red eyes Facial flushing Irritability Easily angered Hypochondriac tension or discomfort Bitter taste in the mouth T: Red edges with spots C: Thin and yellow P: Wiry and possibly rapid
Treatment Principle	Soothe the Liver Qi Clear Heat Open the nose
Herb Formulas	Jia Wei Xiao Yao Sanmodified Si Ni San Patent Medicines:   Xiao Yao Wan   Shu Gan Wan   Bi Yuan Wan (combine with one of the above)   Bi Yan Pian (combine with one of the first two)   Huo Dan Wan (combine with one of the first two)
Points	LIV-2, LIV-3, LI-4, LI-20, GB-20, SI-3, DU-23, UB-2, Yintang, Taiyang, Bitong

Liver And Gall Bladder Fire

Clinical Manifestations	Thick, sticky copious yellow or green nasal discharge which is malodorous and maybe purulent Nasal swelling Continuous or sustained nasal congestion Sinus pain Bitter taste in the mouth Infection or inflammation of the sinuses Violent frontal, maxillary or temporal headache or distention Transient, declining sense of smell or loss of sense of smell Dry throat Dizziness Tinnitus Insomnia with much dreaming Irritability Restlessness A quick temper Dry stools or constipation Feverishness Symptoms worse with stress T: Red C: Yellow P: Wiry and rapid
Treatment Principle	Clear Fire from the Liver and Gallbladder Resolve Dampness Open the nose
Herb Formulas	Long Dan Xie Gan Tangmodified  Patent Medicines:   Long Dan Xie Gan Wan   Qing Fei Yi Huo Pian   Bi Yan Ning (combine with one of the first two)   Bi Yan Kang (combine with one of the first two)   Huo Dan Wan (combine with Long Dan Xie Gan Wan) Snuff: Bing Lian San
Points	SJ-5, LI-4, LI-20, GB-20, GB-39, LIV-2, DU-23, UB-2, Yintang, Taiyang, Bitong

Kidney Yin Deficiency

Clinical Manifestations	Many years of perennial nasal itch, congestion, sneezing, watery and nasal discharge all of which are worse in the morning and evening, after sex or when fatigued Variable and transient sense of smell or permanent loss of sense of smell Dull or thick headache with dizziness Pale, wet and edematous nasal mucosa Dizziness Tinnitus Deafness Forgetfulness Poor memory Muddle headedness Slow to learn Soreness and weakness of the back and spine Graying, lifeless hair Pale, lusterless complexion Edema of the lower extremities Five sole Heat Insomnia Night sweats Facial or malar flushing T: Red and dry C: Little or none P: Thready and rapid
Treatment Principle	Tonify the Kidneys Supplement Yin Benefit the Brain Stop discharge
Herb Formulas	Liu Wei Di Huang Wan + Sheng Mai San Zuo Gui Wan Patent Medicines:   Liu Wei Di Huang Wan   Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan   He Che Da Zao Wan   Da Bu Yin Wan
Points	UB-15, UB-23, DU-4, DU-20, REN-4, REN-6, GB-39, Yintang, Bitong

Kidney Yang Deficiency

Clinical Manifestations	Many years of perennial nasal itch, congestion, sneezing, watery and nasal discharge all of which are worse in the morning and evening, after sex or when fatigued Variable and transient sense of smell or permanent loss of sense of smell Dull or thick headache with dizziness Pale, wet and edematous nasal mucosa Chronic nasal discharge which is worse with exposure to Cold Dizziness Tinnitus Deafness	Forgetfulness Poor memory Muddle headedness Slow to learn Soreness and weakness of the back and spine Graying, lifeless hair Pale, lusterless complexion Edema of the lower extremities Pale complexion Aversion to Cold Cold extremities Nocturia Impotence T: Pale or Bluish and swollen C: White P: Deep and slow
Treatment Principle	Tonify the Kidneys Supplement Yang Benefit the Brain Stop discharge
Herb Formulas	You Gui Wan Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan modified Wen Fei Zhi Liu Dan modified Patent Medicines:   Jin Kui Shen Qi Wan   Ren Shen Lu Rong Wan   Ge Jie Bu Shen Wan   Quan Lu Wan   Bu Nao Wan   Jian Nao Wan
Points	Moxa UB-15, UB-23, DU-4, DU-20, REN-4, REN-6, GB-39, Yintang, Bitong

Kidney Jing Deficiency

Clinical Manifestations	Many years of perennial nasal itch, congestion, sneezing, watery and nasal discharge all of which are worse in the morning and evening, after sex or when fatigued Variable and transient sense of smell or permanent loss of sense of smell Dull or thick headache with dizziness Pale, wet and edematous nasal mucosa Chronic nasal discharge which is worse with exposure to Cold Dizziness Tinnitus Deafness Forgetfulness Poor memory Muddle headedness Slow to learn Soreness and weakness of the back and spine Graying, lifeless hair	Pale, lusterless complexion Edema of the lower extremities In adults:   Hair loss   Graying or whitening of hair   Weak sexual function   Atrophy and weakness of feet with difficulty walking   Poor memory   Senility (premature or mature)   Brittle bones   Gradual deterioration of hearing In children:   Retardation in mental and / or physical development   Failure to thrive   Late or incomplete closing of fontanel   Poor bone development, brittle bones T: Pale and swollen C: White P: Deep and slow
Treatment Principle	Tonify the Kidneys Supplement Jing Benefit the Brain Stop discharge
Herb Formulas	Bu Nao Wan Patent Medicines:   Bu Nao Wan   Jian Nao Wan ��
Points	Moxa UB-15, UB-23, DU-4, DU-20, REN-4, REN-6, GB-39, Yintang, Bitong

Qi And Blood Stagnation

Clinical Manifestations	Chronic, continuous nasal congestion or Post nasal drip with sticky yellow or white Nasal mucous membranes appear swollen, hard and or dark purple Reduction or loss of sense of smell T: Dark red or Purple with brown or purple spots C: Normal P: Wiry and thready or Choppy
Treatment Principle	Harmonize Qi and Blood Move Stagnation Eliminate Blood Stasis
Herb Formulas
Points	LI-20, LI-4, DU-20, DU-23, Yintang, Bitong, UB-2, UB-17, GB-20, SP-6 Moxa Yintang

Blood Stagnation

Clinical Manifestations	Chronic nasal congestion, ameliorated during daytime activities Alternating sides Scanty, sticky, dry discharge Dry nose, throat and mouth Poor memory T: Dark red or Purple with brown or purple spots C: Normal P: Wiry and thready or Choppy
Treatment Principle	Harmonize Qi and Blood Move Stagnation Eliminate Blood Stasis
Herb Formulas	Tao Hong Si Wu Tang modified
Points	LI-20, LI-4, DU-20, DU-23, Yintang, Bitong, UB-2, UB-17, GB-20, SP-6 Moxa Yintang

Heat Excess In The Exterior And Interior

Clinical Manifestations	Dizziness Red, sore eyes Difficulty swallowing Nasal congestion and infection Thick, sticky nasal discharge and saliva Bitter taste in the mouth Dry mouth Focal distention in the chest and diaphragm Stifling sensation in the chest and diaphragm Manic behavior Carbuncles Heat rash Headache Acne Chills High fever Restlessness Urticaria Sore throat Swelling of the throat Skin rashes Skin ruptures or ulcers Tense abdomen Shoulder stiffness Numb extremities Fatigue Constipation Dysuria with reddish urine Dark, rough urination Obesity Fullness of the abdomen Fullness of the epigastrium Heaviness in the head T: Red C: White or Yellow and greasy P: Flooding and rapid or Wiry and slippery or Floating, smooth and rapid or Floating, slippery, rapid and wiry or Floating, slippery, rapid and overflowing
Treatment Principle	Disperse Wind Release the Exterior Drain Heat Unblock the bowels
Herb Formulas	Fang Feng Tong Sheng San
Points

Phlegm Heat

Clinical Manifestations	Copious sticky, continuous yellow or green nasal discharge or Severe, continuous or sustained nasal congestion Transient, declining sense of smell or loss of sense of smell Generally severe frontal headache Inflamed and swollen mucus membranes Vertigo Dizziness Heavy Wooly-headedness Heaviness and aches in the body Lethargy Fatigue Epigastric and abdominal distention Anorexia Loose or sluggish stools T: Red C: Greasy and yellow P: Soft and rapid or Slippery and rapid
Treatment Principle	Clear and transform Phlegm Heat Open the nose
Herb Formulas	Dan Xi Bi Yuan Fang Jia Jian+ Huo Dan Wan (patent) Gun Tan Wan Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan For Dry-Phlegm: Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang Jia Jian Patent Medicines:   Bi Yuan Wan   Bi Yan Pian   Bi Yan Ning Snuff: Bing Lian San
Points	LI-4, LI-11, LI-20, GB-20, GB-39, SP-9, DU-23, UB-2, Taiyang, Yintang, Bitong Ear: Inner nose, Forehead, Tip of the nose, Lung

Upper Jiao Damp-Heat

Clinical Manifestations	Nasal obstruction caused by Damp-Heat Stuffy nose Yellow and sticky nasal discharge Sneezing Headache Itchy nose and throat Decreased sense of smell Decreased energy Fatigue
Treatment Principle	Release the Exterior Clear Heat Resolve toxicity Unblock the nasal passages
Herb Formulas	Qing Bi Tang
Points	REN-17, LU-1, GB-20, SP-9, ST-36