What is Parasites / Poisons?

Chóng Dú · 虫毒 · Etiology / Pathogenic Factors

Internal parasites or external poisons can directly harm the body's organs and substances, leading to a range of symptoms depending on their nature, often causing depletion, stagnation, or toxic heat.

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Parasites / Poisons belongs to the Etiology / Pathogenic Factors group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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What is Parasites / Poisons in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Internal parasites or external poisons can directly harm the body's organs and substances, leading to a range of symptoms depending on their nature, often causing depletion, stagnation, or toxic heat.

What category does Parasites / Poisons belong to?

Parasites / Poisons is part of the Etiology / Pathogenic Factors group of TCM concepts.

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