What is Clear Heat?

Qing Re · 清热 · Treatment Principles

To eliminate various forms of heat from the body, whether it's excess heat, deficient heat, or heat lodged in specific organs or channels.

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Clear Heat belongs to the Treatment Principles group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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What is Clear Heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

To eliminate various forms of heat from the body, whether it's excess heat, deficient heat, or heat lodged in specific organs or channels.

What category does Clear Heat belong to?

Clear Heat is part of the Treatment Principles group of TCM concepts.

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