Illustration of Head-Erupting Carbuncles

This illustration depicts a man from behind, exposing the nape of the neck and the occipital region of the skull. The small circles indicate the specific anatomical locations where "head-erupting carbuncles" (fanaoyong) typically manifest. In traditional Chinese surgery (waike), the precise location of a sore was critical for determining which meridian was affected and how dangerous the prognosis might be.

Collected Illustrations of the Three Realms: Volume 6 of the Body

Regarding back-erupting carbuncles fabeioriginal: "fabei" (發背). These are severe, deep-seated subcutaneous infections or clusters of boils. In the Ming and Qing Dynasties, when these texts were compiled, they were considered extremely dangerous because of their proximity to the spine and internal organs.: they occur when wind-heat fengreoriginal: "fengre" (風熱). A traditional medical category for pathogens that cause sudden inflammation, fever, and redness. and evil toxins pour into the spaces between the ribs and manifest within the meridians jingluooriginal: "jingluo" (經絡). The network of channels through which vital energy is believed to circulate..

When a person experiences deep sorrow and bitterness, or indulges in excessive pleasures, the nutritive and defensive energies ying-weioriginal: "ying-wei" (營衛). "Ying" refers to the blood-nourishing energy, while "wei" is the body's outermost immune-like defense. both become hollowed and weak. If phlegm In this context, phlegm refers not just to mucus, but to a pathological accumulation of fluids that blocks the flow of energy and blood. is present and the true qi The body's essential life force and constitutional strength. is exhausted and depleted, the toxins will seize the opportunity to attack and erupt.

Method of Treatment

The protocol for healing begins with decocting Angelica and Forsythia Powder original: "Danggui Lianqiao San" (當歸連翹散). A classic formula used to move the blood and clear internal heat. taken together with Detoxification Pills to clear and unblock the internal pathways. Afterward, the patient should take Frankincense and Astragalus Powder original: "Ruxiang Huangqi San" (乳香黃芪散). Astragalus is a root used to boost the "qi" and help the body push toxins outward to the surface so the wound can heal. to support the body's recovery.