Swallow’s Nest Pill，*Seeds of Blessings in Laryngology*, Volume 3.，Epidemic Scarlet Throat. This condition results from exposure to the pathogenic qi of an epidemic, causing swelling of the neck and sore throat. The inside of the mouth and throat appear red; phlegm is foul and turbid, constantly sticky and clinging; hot breath is exhaled, and a foul odor is emitted. In severe cases, the neck, head, and face may all swell, and the face may turn red—commonly known as “Toad Plague.”
Swallow’s Nest Pill
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Formulas Name : Swallow’s Nest Pill
Chinese Name : 燕垒丹
Drug Formulation
Refined realgar, mud from a swallow’s nest, “thousand-step soil” (i.e., soil from beneath a door threshold, where feet frequently tread), soil from beneath a latrine bucket (in northern regions where latrine buckets are unavailable, use soil from the usual urination site instead), and green onions.
Source
*Seeds of Blessings in Laryngology*, Volume 3.
Benefits
Epidemic Scarlet Throat. This condition results from exposure to the pathogenic qi of an epidemic, causing swelling of the neck and sore throat. The inside of the mouth and throat appear red; phlegm is foul and turbid, constantly sticky and clinging; hot breath is exhaled, and a foul odor is emitted. In severe cases, the neck, head, and face may all swell, and the face may turn red—commonly known as “Toad Plague.”
Instructions for Use
Heat them by stir-frying in strong liquor, then apply the mixture to the neck.
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Swallow’s Nest Pill,Epidemic Scarlet Throat. This condition results from exposure to the pathogenic qi of an epidemic, causing swelling of the neck and sore throat. The inside of the mouth and throat appear red; phlegm is foul and turbid, constantly sticky and clinging; hot breath is exhaled, and a foul odor is emitted. In severe cases, the neck, head, and face may all swell, and the face may turn red—commonly known as “Toad Plague.”