When we talk about cancer, we often use the word "cancer". However, in ancient times, the name of this disease in Chinese medicine was different from the modern term "cancer". They use one word to describe this terrible disease, that word, does that sound familiar?
During the Yin Shang period, people lived a relatively simple life, and they were surprised to discover a mysterious phenomenon: some people suddenly appeared in their bodies with a lump as hard as a stone, causing them great pain. This unexplained symptom is simply classified as a "tumor".became a mystery of medical exploration at the time.
The Yin people recorded these mysterious phenomena in detail in the oracle bone inscriptions, however, they knew nothing about the nature of these tumors, and simply believed that they might be the result of the accumulation of evil qi in their bodies.
At that time, people's living environment was relatively difficult and the level of medicine was relatively low, so the knowledge of diseases was limited to superficial symptoms.
The Yin people's insoluble mystery about these lumps drove them to seek the help of mystical powersWitch doctors appear frequently, trying to ** these suffering patients through rituals of sacrifice and exorcism. The depiction of the word "tumor" in the oracle bone inscription is filled with prayer and fear of unknown forces in every stroke.
With the rise of the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, people's observation of diseases became more detailed, and their attention to the changes in diseases also increased, which also promoted the updating of the name and cognition of diseases.
It was during this period,The word "ulcer" appears for the first time in the "Book of Difficulties".What it describes is no longer a simple "tumor" mass, but a lesion that can continue to spread in the body.
Ancient famous doctors began to classify ulcers as a manifestation of damp heat constitution, and delved into the essence of this lesion. They no longer stop at the superficial symptoms, but try to ** the inner mechanism of the disease.
Through the observation and summary of a large number of cases,They came up with the best way to clear the heat and cool the bloodAnd this theory was incorporated into the medical canon.
In the process of medical development, the best methods of ancient famous doctors have become a valuable experience for future generations to learn Xi. Their medical skills do not stop at simple appearances, but try to fundamentally understand the essence of disease. This in-depth and methodological innovation of disease mechanisms has laid a solid foundation for the development of ancient medicine.
During the Jin and Tang dynasties, the concept of medicine began to evolve furtherA new term for the disease "swollen ulcer" was introducedReplacing the "ulcer", this change also reflects the in-depth observation and cognition of the deterioration of the condition and the growth of the lump by ancient doctors. Medical classics such as "Preparing for Emergencies" became the culmination of medicine in that era, recording the best experience of doctors in the Tang Dynasty for swelling and ulcers.
They are no longer satisfied with a simple description of the symptomsInstead, it focuses on the pathological mechanism and method of the disease。These medical texts bring together a wealth of medical cases and prescriptions, meticulous observation of the disease and the practice of prescribing the right medicine, leaving a valuable medical legacy for future generations.
Doctors in the Tang Dynasty tried to use methods such as clearing heat, invigorating blood, and reducing swelling to improve swelling and ulcers, and accumulated a lot of clinical experience. Although their first plan was not complete under the conditions at that time, it explored a new direction for the development of ancient medicine and provided valuable experience for the development of medicine in the future.
With the influx of Western medicine, a more scientific term "cancer" has gradually integrated into the vision of Chinese medicineIt has brought people a deeper understanding of the disease.
Behind this vocabulary carries the concept of cell theory, revealing the dire consequences that can lead to the uncontrolled proliferation of cells. The introduction of this concept goes beyond the theoretical framework of traditional Chinese medicine and provides a new perspective for the exploration of the nature of disease.
The cooperation between Chinese and Western medicine has gradually become the mainstream trend of cancer research and research. The combination of the two medical systems is no longer simply juxtaposed, but complements each other, jointly promoting the progress of comprehensive understanding and methods of cancer.
The combination of traditional Chinese medicine experience and modern scientific understanding of Western medicine has made the understanding of cancer more comprehensive and in-depth. Together, this collaboration fosters innovation in the field of medicine, where each has a blend of strengths, providing more options for disease control and **.
The ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine complements the modern science of Western medicine and opens up new avenues for cancer research. People are confident about the future, and believe that with the guidance of science and history, we will be able to better understand and respond to this difficult problem that plagues humanity.
This process of deepening understanding will surely open up broader prospects for cancer prevention and prevention.
The evolution of the term cancer in ancient times is not only a change of one word, but also the evolution of human cognition. From "tumor" to "ulcer" to "swelling and ulcer", each stage represents the progress of medical wisdom.
The collaboration between Chinese medicine and Western medicine has opened a new door to explore the mysteries of cancer, allowing us to embrace the future with confidence and look forward to more medical breakthroughs and innovations.