The application of constitution theory in COPD

Hu Sirong adopts constitution theory to treat COPD patients with phlegm dampness. Phlegm dampness is not only the characteristic factor of phlegm dampness constitution,but the important decision factor of disease development and prognosis as well. To solve the problem has become the common core of adjusting treatment and syndrome differentiation treatment. Eliminating dampness and phlegm for phlegm dampness patients with COPD is exactly kill two birds with one stone. The warming treatment principles were established based on the nature and characteristics of phlegm dampness. Ginger Granule was made according to relevant principles and treatment points of COPD patients. The extensive use of Ginger Granule in improving phlegm dampness constitution of patients with COPD shows not only the treatment thoughts of eliminating dampness and phlegm,promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis,but also the characteristics and rich connotation of TCM in treating COPD.