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Wind-Cold invading the Lungs

In traditional theory, this is an exterior replete pattern in which wind and cold constrain the Lung's dispersing and descending functions. It accounts for an acute respiratory presentation with cold signs, nasal obstruction, and impaired surface opening. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.

Key reference facts

Nature
Full
Organ affinity
Lungs
Defining presentations
Aversion to cold; Fever; Itchy throat; Shortness of breath; Blocked nose
Treatment principles
Release the exterior wind-cold constraint in traditional terms.; Restore the Lung's dispersing and descending movement.; Open the surface while respecting the presence or absence of sweating.; Transform accumulated fluids when watery sputum or wheezing is prominent.

Related library records

Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database

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