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Monkey in a Cave,Effective for all types of hemorrhoidal fistulas and fistulas resulting from abscesses and boils.

Formulas Name : Monkey in a Cave

Chinese Name : 猿猴人洞

Drug Formulation

20 wheel-pushing worms, 5 large-flowered spiders (it is best if the 5 spiders are of five different colors).

Source

From *Supplement to the Treatise on Surgical Diseases*, Volume 2.

Processing

Mix the above ingredients thoroughly to form pills the size of mustard seeds, then air-dry them.

Benefits

Effective for all types of hemorrhoidal fistulas and fistulas resulting from abscesses and boils.

Instructions for Use

When needed, insert 1 pill into the canal and cover the external area with an ointment.

Monkey in a Cave,From *Supplement to the Treatise on Surgical Diseases*, Volume 2.,Effective for all types of hemorrhoidal fistulas and fistulas resulting from abscesses and boils.

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