Collected Illustrations of the Three Realms: Volume VI of the Human Body

Regarding Withered Jaw sores original: "Qiaosai" (癄顋). A historical term for a painful, hardened swelling or abscess on the lower jaw or chin, often involving the salivary glands or deep tissue inflammation., these are caused by deficiency-heat in the Spleen and Stomach, combined with "evil wind" In traditional medicine, "evil wind" refers to external environmental pathogens that invade the body. from the Heart and Lungs attacking upwards.

The condition originates at the edge of the Heliao point original: "Heliao" (禾髎). An acupuncture point located on the upper lip, lateral to the philtrum; its name literally means "Grain Bone-hole." and is mostly found at the side of the Chengjiang point original: "Chengjiang" (承漿). An acupuncture point located in the center of the groove below the lower lip; its name literally means "Saliva Container.". Its appearance is shaped like a "sheep's thorn" likely referring to a jagged, prickly, or sharply protruding inflammation, and the four surrounding sides are swollen and hard.

The pain is nearly unbearable; when yellow fluid flows out, the patient may experience numbness and increased chills. The nature of this ailment is "rebellious" meaning it is stubborn and difficult to treat, often progressing against the desired healing direction.

The method of treatment is as follows:
First, the patient should ingest Angelica and Forsythia Powder original: "Danggui Lianqiao San." A formula used to clear heat, detoxify, and reduce swelling..
The fistula opening original: "Lukou" (瘻口). The head of the sore or the opening of a chronic draining sinus. should be lightly rubbed until it breaks open. Then, apply Needle-tip Powder original: "Zhentou San." and Divine Efficacy Plaster original: "Shenying Gao." on top.

If the swelling is mature and large, mix a dose of Frankincense Toxin-Extracting Powder original: "Ruxiang Badu San." Frankincense was highly valued for its ability to move blood and alleviate pain in sores. and apply it. For those suffering from significant pain, use Frankincense and Astragalus Powder original: "Ruxiang Huangqi San." Astragalus was added here to support the body's vital energy and help the sore heal and close..