Bai He Bing 百合病 Lily Disease

Bai He Bing (百合病, Lily Disease) is a syndrome described in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), primarily originating from the classical medical text Jin Kui Yao Lue (《金匮要略》, Essential Prescriptions from the Golden Cabinet) by Zhang Zhongjing. It is characterized by a complex set of physical and psychological symptoms, including:

• Mental restlessness or a sense of unease
• Frequent sighing
• Dissociation-like symptoms, such as a feeling of detachment or wandering thoughts
• Sleep disturbances
• Loss of appetite or changes in taste perception
• Alternating sensations of heat and cold

In modern interpretations, Bai He Bing is often associated with depression, anxiety, and emotional disorders. It is thought to result from an imbalance in the heart and lung systems, particularly a deficiency of yin and disharmony between the heart and lungs.

The classic treatment for Bai He Bing involves herbal medicine, particularly Bai He Di Huang Tang (Lily Bulb and Rehmannia Decoction), which nourishes yin and calms the mind. Acupuncture and other TCM therapies can also be used to regulate qi, harmonize emotions, and restore balance.