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Hand and foot "Liao" poison original: 了毒 (Liǎodú). This refers to a category of "Nail-like" sores (疔瘡, dīngchuāng), which are deep, hard, and highly virulent infections, similar to carbuncles or severe whitlows. sores—though they grow on the hands and feet and share the same name—must be carefully distinguished. Those occurring on the hands belong to the hand meridians, while those on the feet belong to the foot meridians. Furthermore, one must distinguish between the dorsal and palmar surfaces. Sores on the back of the hand or foot involve the Three Yang meridians; those on the palm or sole involve the Three Yin meridians. Observe which meridian is affected and use herbs corresponding to that meridian. By "Supporting the Interior and Harmonizing the Middle" A strategy to strengthen the body's internal energy so it can effectively push toxins out to the surface. and adding "channel-ushering" ingredients Specific herbs that guide the formula's effects to a particular meridian or limb., success can be achieved in a matter of days. If internal medicine is taken and external poultices are applied to "hoop" To "hoop" (箍, gū) means to apply a ring of herbal paste around the sore to prevent the infection from spreading into the surrounding tissue. the poison, the toxin will not disperse; once the pus is discharged, the patient will immediately find peace. This is truly a miraculous healing method. Liao poison on the hands and feet is located near "Cinnabar Points" original: 丹穴 (Dān xué). This likely refers to sensitive areas or vital acupuncture points where infection can easily enter the bone or bloodstream., so it is best to treat it early. Do not delay, lest a minor ailment turn into a serious one.
| Dong Quai | three mace | Raw Astragalus | three mace |
| Safflower | two mace | Raw Rehmannia | three mace |