Experience of Lin Qizhan in Treating Chronic Kidney Disease with Zhang Qi's Empirical Formula
This article summarized Professor Lin Qizhan's experience in the treatment of chronic kidney disease by using Zhang Qi's experienced formula.Zhang Qi believes that the basic pathogenesis of chronic kidney disease is based on spleen and kidney deficiency,and advocates regulating the spleen and kidney to restore the born and acquired functions in the treatment,often using the modified ancient formulas such as Qingxin Lianzi Decoction,Gualou Qumai Pills and Shenqi Dihuang Decoction.Based on Zhang Qi's academic thoughts,combined with the regional climate dominated by humidity and heat in Lingnan,Professor Lin Qizhan adapts measures to local conditions,and uses the methods of clearing heat,detoxifying and relieving the pharynx to disperse the pathogens of Jiao,strengthening the spleen and invigorating the kidney and invigorating qi,restoring the transportation of middle-Jiao,and clearing heat and dampness,and discharging the turbidity of Jiao,and at the same time making good use of Rhei Radix et Rhizoma,Chuanxiaong Rhizoma and Centellae Herba to reduce urine protein,inhibit renal fibrosis to delay kidney failure.
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