Sundance Acupuncture

Herb & Acupuncture Database

(This is my own personal database of teachers, teachings and notes that I use in my practice. I’ve decided to share it freely with anyone who would like to reference it.)

Esophageal Cancer #40

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Herbs And Actions

Pharmaceutical Latin Pin Yin Dosage Actions
Sm. Strychni Ma Qian Zi 15g Alleviates pain, Cools Blood Heat to reduce swelling, Disperses clumps, Inhibits the growth of cancer cells, Unblocks the channels and collaterals.
Olibanum Ru Xiang 15g Invigorates the Blood, promotes the movement of Qi, reduces swelling, generates flesh and alleviates pain.
With Mo Yao, for chronic, ulcerated and non-healing sores.
Myrrh Mo Yao 15g Invigorates the Blood, dispels Blood Stasis, alleviates pain and reduces swelling.
With Ru Xiang, for swollen, painful sores and sores that are hard but not painful.
Faeces Trogopterori Wu Ling Zhi 15g Alleviates pain, Dispels Blood Stasis, Eliminates toxins, Invigorates the Blood.
Borneolum Bing Pian 3g Alleviates pain, Clears Heat, Dissipates nodules, Drains Fire, Inhibits the growth of cancer cells, Resolves toxicity.

Formula Actions

  • Invigorates the Blood
  • Breaks up Stasis
  • Clears Heat
  • Resolves toxicity
  • Inhibits the growth of cancer cells

Syndromes

  • Blood Stagnation

Clinical Manifestations

  • Progressive dysphagia
  • Vomiting after eating
  • General debility
  • A localized pricking sensation in the chest and back
  • Maybe hematemesis
  • Melaena
  • T: Dark blue or red with echymoses
  • C: Thick and greasy
  • P: Deep, sluggish and choppy or Choppy and uneven

Treats

  • Esophageal cancer

Contraindications And Herb/Drug Interactions

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For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.