Treating Steroidogenic Diabetes Mellitus Based on Theory of"Strong Fire Consuming Qi"
The development of steroidogenic diabetes mellitus is closely related to the function of Liver and Spleen.According to the the-ory of"strong Fire consuming Qi",which was proposed in Su Wen·Yin Yang Ying Xiang Da Lun,hormones are products with pure Yang character with Fire Toxin.When used in excess,the"strong Fire"would be born inside the body,which can deplete the Liver Yin and cause the Liver's dysfunction in regulating and free coursing.Then the liver dysfunction would spread to the Spleen,which cannot be able to carry out the Fluid for the Stomach.The essence of water and grain would not be transferred to the whole body.At the same time,the evil strong Fire directly burn the Spleen and Stomach,and the strong Heat injurys the Yin,resulting Qi and Yin deficiency,Dryness,Heat and Fire increase gradually in the body,hence the development of thirst.Therefore,the treatment should focus on the key issues of Spleen and Stomach,and follow the principle of preventing the disease before it occurs as well as nourishing Yin and protecting the Liver.Preventing the disease transmission in treatment,paying attention to the Spleen and Stomach condition.Taking into account of the excess and the deficiency syndrome as well as regulating Qi and Fire to achieve balance.
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