Traditional Chinese Medicine: Back to the years when educated youths went to the countryside

Chapter 260 Wang Shen’s medicine cures the disease

Faced with Xu Shilong's question, Wang Chengzhou was not in a hurry to answer. Instead, he looked at Xu Xiuqin and said, "Is the medicine that the doctor prescribed to the old man last time still there?"

"Nothing."

Seeing that although Wang Chengzhou was young, he acted calmly and spoke with reason, Xu Xiuqin did not dare to be negligent and replied hurriedly.But then, he remembered something again and hesitated a little, "Well, this morning I boiled the last packet of medicine for Dad to take. However, there is still some medicine residue left in the trash can..."

"take me."

When Wang Chengzhou heard this, he stood up immediately.

Seeing that he was serious, Xu Xiuqin had no choice but to lead him and lift the trash can out.

The bucket was filled with kitchen scraps and a mess. Wu Guoshan frowned and asked, "What can you tell from this mess?"

Wang Chengzhou didn't say anything, but squatted down and picked up a few black things and smelled them. He immediately smiled, shook his head and said:

"Guizhi, Peony and Anemarrhena Decoction."

"It's no wonder. I don't know about other people. At least the doctor in front of me had a problem with dialectics. He treated the cold and damp calendar festival, which is accompanied by Qi deficiency, as the rheumatism calendar festival, and gradually turned it into heat."

"This is completely in the opposite direction. Not only is it ineffective, but the pain will actually get worse after eating it."

Xu Shilong was lying on the bed, keeping an eye on his actions. Seeing that he didn't mind being dirty and went to dig through the trash can, there was already some approval in his eyes. When he heard his words again, a smile finally appeared on his face, and he couldn't help patting the bed. He helped, but the pain was so painful that his body almost became rickety.

Still holding back, he said:

"Little comrade, you are absolutely right!"

"My mother, I took medicine this morning and almost fainted from the pain!"

"The doctor who treated me before was such a sloppy guy. He could still treat me in the opposite direction... Next time I see him again, I have to kick his ass!"

Seeing that he spoke as if he had seen it with their own eyes, both Wu Guoshan and Xu Xiuqin looked surprised.

Wang Chengzhou explained with a smile:
"Rheumatoid arthritis is actually divided into heat syndrome and cold syndrome, but fever syndrome is relatively rare."

"The main symptoms of fever are joint swelling and pain, and fever, so Guizhi Shaoyao Zhimu Decoction is used to dispel wind and remove dampness, relieve numbness and clear away heat."

"However, the old man has a pale tongue, white coating, and a heavy and tight pulse. It is obvious that he is deficient in qi and blood, and cold and damp are blocking the meridians. However, I still have a little doubt..."

In a short period of time, everyone in the room was completely impressed by his acumen and profound knowledge.Wu Guoshan and Xu Xiuqin both looked over curiously when they heard that such a powerful doctor could still find something difficult to explain.

"that is……"

Wang Chengzhou took a look at Xu Shilong's residence. Although it was a four-room red brick house, the windows were bright and clean, and it was fully furnished.In future generations, it is still at the level of a small villa.How could such a person have symptoms of Qi and blood deficiency?
Hearing his question, Xu Xiuqin's eyes immediately widened and she said angrily: "Dad, are you using the subsidies given to you by the state to help others again?"

"what?"

Xu Shilong was stunned and pretended to be stupid: "What kind of subsidy? I've eaten everything subsidized."

"you!"

As her daughter, Xu Xiuqin could tell at a glance that her father was lying. She was so angry that she immediately sat on the stool with red eyes, "I told you that you shouldn't be so thin. It turns out that you gave me all the good things at home." Those are the descendants of our old comrades, right?"

"Why are you like this!"

"Mom passed away early, and I only have you as my closest relative. Do you also want to leave me alone?"

Xu Shilong's face immediately fell down, like a child, he lowered his head and did not dare to say anything.

Wang Chengzhou sighed in his heart, this is really the nobility and sentiment that the older generation can have!

Immediately, he changed the subject and said, "Aunt Xiuqin, don't talk about this now."

"Now that the symptoms have been determined, you might as well go to the pharmacy and catch them together."

"In addition to moxa and ginger, I will make some additions and subtractions to the 'aconitum soup' and write a prescription for you. Let's take the medicine quickly to relieve the old man's pain."

After hearing his instructions, Xu Xiuqin quickly rubbed her eyes and stood up, silently waiting for him to write the prescription.

Aconite decoction is a classic recipe in "Synopsis of the Golden Chamber". The main ingredients used are: ephedra, peony, astragalus, Zhigancao and Shengcaowu.

However, according to Xu Shilong's symptoms of Qi and blood deficiency, you can add a few nourishing Chinese medicines, such as cinnamon twig, papaya, fangji, and then use jujube and ginger as the guide.Plus a large jar of white honey.

Guizhi and licorice also have the effect of detoxifying aconitum. Adding them will make the medicine safer.

Wu Guoshan was a layman, so he clearly explained Mr. Xu's illness in three strokes, five by five, and two. He felt happy in his heart, so he lay down beside him and watched him write the prescription.

But when he saw Sheng Caowu, his heart moved and his face changed with fear.

Then, without saying a word, he dragged him to the yard, avoiding Xu Shilong and Xu Xiuqin and said:

"What do you want to do, kid?!"

"You just write a prescription, why do you add poison to it?"

"Last time I came to your house, I knew that Caowu's stuff is very poisonous, and the poison made from it can kill a wild boar with just a little bit of it. If you prescribe this to the old man, you are not afraid of getting into a lawsuit. ?”

"I'm telling you, Mr. Xu is not an ordinary person. Even our county magistrate must treat him with respect when we meet him. If you, a silly boy, cause trouble, you won't even know how you will die. Do you know that?!"

Seeing that he was so excited, Wang Chengzhou still pulled himself out in advance and talked in private. He obviously regarded himself as one of his own. His heart warmed slightly and he said with a smile: "Lao Wu, don't be excited."

"As I said just now, Mr. Xu has been ill for a long time. If he wants to be completely cured, he must take strong medicine."

"Besides, who am I, Wang Chengzhou? I am a famous little miracle doctor from all over the Wangjia Village. Just tell me whether you believe it or not!"

Seeing how calm he was, Wu Guoshan was really frightened by him. He opened his mouth and said hesitantly:
"You, are you really sure?"

"My God!"

"The poison of Caowu is really powerful. Are you sure you want to use it to treat people's illnesses?"

"It's okay, don't worry!"

Wang Chengzhou patted him and strode into the room.

Not long after, Xu Xiuqin came back with a bag of herbs.

Wang Chengzhou spoke in an understatement, but when he saw the "crow head" in her hand, he walked up seriously and decided to do it himself.

Xu Xiuqin was stunned and said hurriedly:

"Chengzhou, right?"

"No, no, no, just sit down. It's just a matter of boiling some medicine, I can do it. Every time I came here before, I helped my father get through it, so I'm pretty familiar with it."

"You came from the countryside with Brother Wu early in the morning and were so busy that you didn't even drink a sip of water. Don't worry about it. Just rest."

Wang Chengzhou smiled and shook his head, insisting:

"Auntie, there is a medicine in here. I have to come. But you can help."

"They are originally a combination of prescriptions that need to be cooked together. But there is a very special medicine in it, and I can't come here every day, so I boil it separately. When it's time to use it, scoop out a few spoonfuls of it and add it to the medicinal soup. Just fry it in it."

"This thing is called 'aconitum honey'. You must keep it well and don't let children touch it. And the usage and dosage must be strictly in accordance with my requirements, okay?"

Seeing his serious expression, Xu Xiuqin was very puzzled, but she still obeyed obediently.

In fact, whether you are making a prescription or making aconite honey alone, you need to pay attention to the method.If it's not made properly, it could kill someone.

Take aconite honey as an example. You must first boil the aconite with water, and boil three bowls into one bowl.Then filter out the aconitum, add white honey, and boil two liters into one liter to make aconitum honey.

When using, you can add it to the soup as appropriate.

The so-called white honey refers to honey that is white and greasy after crystallization, generally referring to acacia honey.

Of course, in this day and age, it’s hard to see crystallized honey.Most of what is sold on the market is blended.

After Wang Chengzhou finished making aconite honey, he quickly gave Xu Shilong moxibustion.

As mentioned before, his rheumatoid arthritis is mainly caused by cold, and mugwort belongs to yang. The effect of ginger-partition moxibustion will be very significant.Although this alone cannot cure the condition, it can help relieve his symptoms.

Wang Chengzhou sliced ​​the ginger, found some toothpicks and poked some small holes in it, then placed it on his Tianying point, Taixi point, and Yanglingquan point, and performed five or seven moxibustion treatments in succession.

Mr. Xu was lying on the bed, his whole body relaxed, and his expression became much kinder.He had been suffering from pain just now, and his expression was a bit ferocious. Now he was obviously feeling comfortable. When he looked at Wang Chengzhou, he liked him more.

Wang Chengzhou also instructed Xu Xiuqin to use aconite honey. After drinking the decoction, the old man was able to sit up in a short while!
Wu Guoshan and Xu Xiuqin were surprised and happy.Even if they don't understand medical skills, they know that this is the right medicine, which is why it works so quickly.

The decoction means "dang" and is used to treat serious diseases; the powder means "dispersing" and is used to treat acute diseases; the pill means "slow" and cannot be quickly removed, and its use is meant to soothe and cure.

In fact, Chinese medicine is very particular about the use of pills, powders, ointments, and each has its own timing.

"Mother!"

Xu Shilong took Wang Chengzhou's hand, his eyes widened, and said excitedly:

"Little guy, you are really my reborn parent!"

"These days, I feel like I'm going to the bone scraping hell every day."

"It's not that I'm afraid of dying on the bed and being embarrassed when I see my old brother down there, I really don't want to live anymore!"

Xu Xiuqin was so excited that her eyes were wet, but when she heard his unreasonable words, she almost laughed angrily and said angrily: "Dad!"

It means that your daughter and your nephew are still here. If you accept someone else as your reborn parent, where do you want us to stand?

Wang Chengzhou couldn't help but laugh and shook his head to show that it was nothing.

"Stop saying anything. You are from the countryside. I have been a farmer for several generations in the past. We are all honest people, so we will not deal with those who are vain."

Xu Shilong showed the momentum of a parent and directly ordered:

"Xiu Qin, buy groceries and cook!"

"Guoshan, go and buy me two bottles of good wine from the supply and marketing cooperative. I must not get drunk with Comrade Chengzhou today!"

"Don't say anything and hurry up and cook!"

(End of this chapter)