Internal Injury with Fever
AliasChronic Low Fever
Traditional Chinese Medicine Definition
Internal Injury-Induced Fever (Chronic Low Fever)
In traditional Chinese medicine, Internal Injury-Induced Fever, also known as chronic low fever, is a type of disease related to Qi, blood, and body fluid imbalances. As recorded in the classical text "Internal Medicine of Traditional Chinese Medicine," Internal Injury-Induced Fever refers to a condition caused by dysfunction of the internal organs, leading to an imbalance of Qi, blood, and Yin and Yang, which manifests as a low-grade fever. The characteristic of this fever is that it is not very high and lasts for a long time, often accompanied by symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, palpitations, and insomnia.
In clinical practice, Internal Injury-Induced Fever is a common disease pattern, with its core pathogenesis being the dysfunction of internal organs and an imbalance of Qi, blood, and Yin and Yang. Common triggers include emotional disturbances, irregular diet, and improper work and rest. During the process of differentiation, it is important to distinguish between cold and heat, deficiency and excess. For instance, Yin Deficiency-induced fever is characterized by afternoon heat, hot palms and soles, dry mouth and throat, and night sweats, with the treatment approach focusing on nourishing Yin and clearing heat, and removing deficiency and vapor. On the other hand, Qi Deficiency-induced fever is characterized by an increase in fever after exertion, accompanied by fatigue and weakness, with the treatment approach emphasizing invigorating Qi, strengthening the spleen, and clearing heat. The overall approach to treatment suggests that attention should be paid to harmonizing Yin and Yang, adjusting the function of internal organs, and restoring the balance of Qi and blood.
Common Syndrome Types and Key Points of Differentiation
Yin Deficiency with Fever
Main Manifestations: Afternoon feverishness, heat in the palms and soles of the hands and feet, dry mouth and throat, night sweats
Management Approach: Zhi Yin Qing Re, Tui Xu Chu Zhen
Qi Deficiency with Fever
Main Manifestations: Fever often worsens after exertion, accompanied by fatigue and weakness
Management Approach: Yi Qi Ji Pan, Gan Wen Chu Re
The above syndrome information is based on traditional Chinese medicine textbooks and clinical standards. Specific differentiation should be completed by a practicing traditional Chinese medicine physician in person.
Physician's Clinical Insights
For practitioners, observing the type of fever, its duration, and accompanying symptoms is of great significance in the process of differential diagnosis and treatment for patients with Internal Injury-Induced Fever.
— Tang Yulan Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (Apprentice)
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This page is for the popular science of traditional Chinese medicine knowledge and does not constitute medical advice. Specific diagnosis should be completed by a licensed traditional Chinese medicine practitioner in person.
This article has been reviewed by licensed TCM physicians at Hangzhou Kezhentang TCM Clinic. It is for TCM popular science reference only and does not involve specific treatment plan recommendations.
References: Internal Medicine of TCM (13th Five-Year Plan Textbook), Diagnostic and Therapeutic Effectiveness Standards for TCM Diseases and Syndromes (ZY/T001.1-94), Classification and Codes of TCM Diseases and Syndromes (GB/T 15657-2021)