Monday Nov 25, 2024

The Yellow Emperor Chapter 47 - Basic Questions - Discourse on Unusual Illnesses 奇病论

The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine, specifically Chapter 47, presents a dialogue between the Yellow Emperor and Qi Bo, exploring various unusual illnesses. The text details several conditions, their symptoms, causes (often attributed to imbalances of qi and the five elements), and prognoses. Qi Bo, a renowned physician, offers explanations based on traditional Chinese medicine principles, including the importance of channels, organs, and the interplay between excess and deficiency. The discussion covers a range of ailments, from pregnancy-related muteness to chronic headaches and digestive issues, providing insights into ancient diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. The Emperor's questions guide the discussion, clarifying the nature of each disease and its treatment (or lack thereof).

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