digestive system (Norwalk) virus

[Guest guest]

Waiting until one is thirsty is a bit late to be digging a well for

water but,

would anyone here care to explain the TCM theory with regards to the

flu virus that impacts the digestive system (like the Norwalk Virus

that has been attacking cruise ship vacationers).

 

and, though its beyond my scope of shiatsu practice,

what I might mention to stricken clients when they call to

cancel(beyond for them to stay home and drink lots of fluids).

 

Penel

[Guest guest]

--- Penel Eynde LeGrand <penel wrote:

> would anyone here care to explain the TCM theory

> with regards to the

> flu virus that impacts the digestive system (like

> the Norwalk Virus

> that has been attacking cruise ship vacationers).

 

It often falls into the pattern of dampness attacking

spleen/stomach. In my practice I've seen it manifested

as ainly a deficiency condition which erupts after

some sort of abuse - over-eating, rich foods, alcohol,

over-work and carelessness with exposure to the

elements.

For prevention I recommend taking care of all the

above, drinking ginger tea once a day (or mint for

those who may have heat patterns) and having HuoXiang

ShengQi / Lophanthus AntiFebrile on hand. The patent

would be taken upon any sign of impending doom such as

chills, queasy stomach, excess salivation, fatigue esp

upon exposure to the wind, damp, or cold.

 

> and, though its beyond my scope of shiatsu practice,

> what I might mention to stricken clients when they

> call to

> cancel(beyond for them to stay home and drink lots

> of fluids).

 

Once the vomiting has started, the

HuoXiangZhengQiTang (soup/tea) is the best thing, but

it's still too late. It would be bst, I think, to be

well protected from the evironment, eat moderately,

sleep well, protect oneself from overwork (i.e. do

whatever necessary to minimise the effects of

overwork) and to drink ginger / scallion / mint soups.

 

Bye,

Hugo

 

 

 

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