Water Hernia Decoction

Water Hernia Decoction,Hydrocele. Swelling and pain in the scrotum, with occasional sweating in the genital area; the scrotum may be swollen and clear as crystal, or it may itch and ooze yellow fluid; pressing on the lower abdomen may produce a gurgling sound; one testicle may gradually enlarge, or one may gradually shrink until it disappears entirely, leaving only one testicle, accompanied by pulling pain in the lower abdomen.

Formulas Name : Water Hernia Decoction

Chinese Name : 水疝汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Poria cocos, 2 qian of Smilax glabra, 2 qian of Alisma orientale, 2 qian of Dendrobium nobile, and 2 qian of Plantago asiatica.

Source

From *Yidi*, Volume 6.

Benefits

Hydrocele. Swelling and pain in the scrotum, with occasional sweating in the genital area; the scrotum may be swollen and clear as crystal, or it may itch and ooze yellow fluid; pressing on the lower abdomen may produce a gurgling sound; one testicle may gradually enlarge, or one may gradually shrink until it disappears entirely, leaving only one testicle, accompanied by pulling pain in the lower abdomen.

Instructions for Use

Take one dose before bedtime and another at the fifth watch. For external use, take one large handful of green onions with their roots attached, boil them in water to make a decoction, and wash the testicles with it, frequently adding hot water and gently massaging the area with your hands. If the scrotum ruptures and fluid leaks out, apply soil from the center of the hearth to the affected area.

Water Hernia Decoction,From *Yidi*, Volume 6.,Hydrocele. Swelling and pain in the scrotum, with occasional sweating in the genital area; the scrotum may be swollen and clear as crystal, or it may itch and ooze yellow fluid; pressing on the lower abdomen may produce a gurgling sound; one testicle may gradually enlarge, or one may gradually shrink until it disappears entirely, leaving only one testicle, accompanied by pulling pain in the lower abdomen.

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