ZHANG Haiyan,SHI Xia,ZHOU Ruiling,et al.Discussion on the Treatment Thoughts of Bronchiectasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine based on Hypothesis of “Vicious Circle”[J].Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine,2023,64(21):2188-2191.
ZHANG Haiyan,SHI Xia,ZHOU Ruiling,et al.Discussion on the Treatment Thoughts of Bronchiectasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine based on Hypothesis of “Vicious Circle”[J].Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine,2023,64(21):2188-2191.DOI: 10.13288/j.11-2166/r.2023.21.006.
Discussion on the Treatment Thoughts of Bronchiectasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine based on Hypothesis of “Vicious Circle”
Bronchiectasis is characterized by a “vicious cycle” involving compromised host defense, mpaired clearance of airway mucus, bacterial colonization, infections, and inflammation, leading to frequent acute exacerbations and diminished quality of life. Based on the hypothesis of “vicious circle”, this paper explores the treatment of bronchiectasis by traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) from three aspects. Firstly, dissipating excessive “phlegm” secretion and enhancing airway clearance form the foundation of the treatment, aiming to improve the condition of mucus hypersecretion. Secondly, invigorating spleen for strengthening vital energy can improve the function of immune system and reduce recurrent infections and acute attacks. Lastly, clearing heat and purging the lung can alleviate infection and inflammatory damage. By employing these methods, TCM can disrupt the progression of the “vicious circle”, delaying disease advancement, minimizing acute exacerbations, and improving the quality of life for patients.
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