
Herbal medicine,like acupuncture,treats symptoms based on a careful differential diagnosis. Specific herbal substances may be used for particular conditions regardless of the overall energetic evaluation.For example,the herb Huang Qi (Astragalus) in sufficient dosages may help prevent fatigue and raise the neutrophil count to allow chemotherapy to continue.Herbs such as Sha Ren (Cardamom seeds) and Sheng Jiang (fresh ginger) are useful in preventing nausea.Herbs such as Ji Xue Teng (Caulis Ji Xue Teng) show a potent effect for raising white blood cell counts.
