In TCM, this condition is differentiated into several patterns, each with a classical herbal formula:
Treatment principle: Warm the Stomach and Dispel Cold, Move Qi and Relieve Pain
Formula: Xiangsu San (Cyperus and Perilla Powder) — from *Formulary of the Bureau of the People's Welfare Pharmacies*; Liangfu Wan (Galangal and Cyperus Pill) — from *Liang Fang Ji Ye*
Treatment principle: Promote Digestion and Remove Stagnation, Harmonize the Stomach and Relieve Pain
Formula: Baohe Wan (Harmony-Preserving Pill) — from *Teachings of Master Danxi*
Treatment principle: Subdue Counterflow and Dissipate Fire, Drain Heat and Harmonize the Stomach
Formula: Huagan Jian (Transform the Liver Decoction) — from *Jingyue's Complete Works*
Treatment principle: Soothe the Liver and Resolve Depression, Regulate Qi and Relieve Pain
Formula: Chaihu Shugan San (Bupleurum Liver-Coursing Powder) — from *Jingyue's Complete Works*
Treatment principle: Clear and Transform Damp-Heat, Regulate Qi and Harmonize the Stomach
Formula: Qingzhong Tang (Clear the Center Decoction) — from *Yi Xue Tong Zhi*
Treatment principle: Resolve Stasis and Free the Collaterals, Regulate Qi and Harmonize the Stomach
Formula: Shixiao San (Sudden Smile Powder) — from *Formulary of the Bureau of the People's Welfare Pharmacies*; Danshen Yin (Salvia Drink) — from *Shi Fang Ge Kuo*
Treatment principle: Nourish Yin and Benefit the Stomach, Harmonize the Middle and Relieve Pain
Formula: Yiguan Jian (Linking Decoction) — from *Xu Ming Yi Lei An*; Shaoyao Gancao Tang (Peony and Licorice Decoction) — from *Treatise on Cold Damage*
Treatment principle: Warm the Middle and Fortify the Spleen, Harmonize the Stomach and Relieve Pain
Formula: Huangqi Jianzhong Tang (Astragalus Center-Fortifying Decoction) — from *Synopsis of the Golden Chamber*
These formulas are for reference under TCM syndrome differentiation and should only be used under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.
Dietary therapy recipes for this condition are being compiled.
Gastric and duodenal ulcers are related to the digestive action of gastric acid and pepsin, so they are called peptic ulcers. The main clinical symptom is chronic, periodic, and rhythmic upper abdominal pain, which may present as hunger pain, dull pain, distending pain, burning pain, or severe pain. Gastric ulcer pain typically begins about one hour after a meal and lasts until the next meal, while duodenal ulcer pain usually appears three to four hours after a meal and persists until the next meal, and eating can relieve the pain. Attacks mostly occur from early autumn to early spring of the following year; mental stress, overfatigue, improper diet, and certain drugs can trigger pain. Other symptoms include belching, acid reflux, nausea, and vomiting.
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