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Discussion: Carbuncle induced by wind-heat is considered most taboo in infants and children in ancient prescriptions, because their vital qi and blood are not yet settled, and their skin and muscles are tender and fragile, unable to withstand the fierce toxicity. Therefore, various types of carbuncles appear in不定 locations. Folk medicine also calls it "Liu" (flowing), indicating that it flows through the meridians and spreads on the body surface, appearing red like cinnabar paint. If there is a method to drain the toxic gas, it will be harmless; otherwise, if the carbuncle toxin enters the abdomen and approaches the heart, it will cause death. However, if it initially appears at the heart region, the aforementioned purgative methods should not be used.

For treating infantile carbuncle toxin presenting with redness, swelling, severe heat, and failing to heal after multiple treatments. Lanqing Decoction (Blue Indigo Decoction):
Qian Lan Qing (Isatidis Folium, dried leaf of Isatis tinctoria) (2 liang), Ningshui Shi (Calcitum, crushed), Shigao (Gypsum Fibrosum, ground), Shanzhizi Ren (Gardeniae Fructus, seedless) (each 1.5 liang), Chaihu (Bupleuri Radix, stems removed), Xijiao (Rhinocerotis Cornu, shaved), Huangqin (Scutellariae Radix, black heart removed), Xingren (Armeniacae Semen, soaked in hot water, skin and tip removed, non-double kernels stir-fried), Gancao (Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma, honey-fried and chopped), Chi Shaoyao (Paeoniae Radix Rubra), Lingyangjiao (Saigae Tataricae Cornu, shaved), Gegen (Puerariae Radix, chopped, each 0.5 liang), Zhimu (Anemarrhenae Rhizoma, 1 liang).
The above thirteen ingredients are coarsely pounded and sieved. Take one qianbi (approx. 3-5g) per dose, add half zhan (approx. 100ml) of water, decoct until four parts remain. Add half qianbi of honey and a small amount of Zhuli (Bambusae Succus), decoct again until three parts remain. Strain. Take warm on an empty stomach in the morning and evening, divided into two doses. Adjust dosage according to the child's age and size.

For treating infantile carbuncle toxin spreading over the whole body. Huangqin Decoction:
Huangqin (Scutellariae Radix, black heart removed), Mahuang (Ephedrae Herba, roots and joints removed), Qinjiao (Gentianae Macrophyllae Radix, stems and soil removed), Shengma (Cimicifugae Rhizoma, each 1 fen), Dahuang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma, chopped and stir-fried), Fangfeng (Saposhnikoviae Radix, forked branches removed, each 0.5 liang).
The above six ingredients are coarsely pounded and sieved. Take one qianbi per dose. Add seven parts water, decoct until four parts remain. Add Banxia Xiao (Natrii Sulfas, fine powder) half qianbi. Strain. Take warm on an empty stomach, divided into two doses, with an additional dose in the evening. Adjust dosage according to the child's age and size.

For treating infantile carbuncle. Huangqi Decoction:
Huangqi (Astragali Radix, chopped), Jili Zi (Tribuli Fructus, stir-fried and spines removed), Huangqin (Scutellariae Radix, black heart removed), Dahuang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma, chopped and baked), Gancao (Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma, honey-fried and chopped, each 1 fen).
The above five ingredients are coarsely pounded and sieved. Take one qianbi per dose. Add seven parts water, decoct until four parts remain. Add Banxia Xiao (Natrii Sulfas, fine powder) half qianbi. Strain. Take warm before meals, divided into two doses. Adjust dosage according to the child's age and size.

For treating infantile carbuncle where the toxin has entered the abdomen and lower genitalia (scrotum), unresponsive to hundred medicines. Mahuang San (Ephedra Powder):
Mahuang (Ephedrae Herba, roots and joints removed), Shengma (Cimicifugae Rhizoma, each 0.5 liang), Xiaoshi (Natrii Nitras, ground, 1 liang).
The above three ingredients are pounded and sifted into a powder. Take half qianbi per dose, mixed well with Jinghua Shui (well water drawn from the surface). Take on an empty stomach in the morning and evening, once each time.

For treating carbuncle toxin entering the abdomen. Zelan Decoction:
Zelan (Lycii Cortex, or possibly Lycopi Herba depending on context, here likely Lycii Cortex or similar herb for moving blood/qi), Xiong (Chuanxiong Rhizoma), Fuzi (Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata, cracked, skin and navel removed), Mangcao (Herba Siegesbeckiae), Bencao (Ligustici Chuanxiong Rhizoma, stems and soil removed), Xixin (Asari Radix et Rhizoma, stems and leaves removed), Yinyu (Hydrangeae Tinctoriae Folium, equal parts).
The above seven ingredients are chopped like hemp seeds. Take one qianbi per dose. Add seven parts water, decoct until four parts remain. Strain. Take warm, divided into two doses, on an empty stomach in the morning and evening, once each time.

For treating infantile carbuncle toxin preventing entry into the abdomen. Gancao San (Licorice Powder):
Gancao (Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma, honey-fried, chopped, one part made into powder), Youma (Sesami Fructus, half sheng).
The above two ingredients: first take Youma, remove skin, grind finely, squeeze out juice (one he). Mix with half qianbi of Gancao powder. Take twice daily.

For treating infantile carbuncle. Qinglan Zhi (Blue Indigo Juice):
Qinglan Zhi (Indigo Naturalis Juice, one he), Zhuli (Bambusae Succus, two he).
Mix the above two ingredients evenly. Take one he warm on an empty stomach, and another dose in the evening and morning. Continue until healed.

For treating dozens of types of infantile carbuncle. Dahuang Tuo Tang (Rhubarb Poultice Decoction):
Dahuang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma), Gancao (Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma, honey-fried and chopped), Danggui (Angelicae Sinensis Radix, sliced and baked), Xiong (Chuanxiong Rhizoma), Baizhi (Angelicae Dahuricae Radix), Duhuo (Angelicae Pubescentis Radix, root head removed), Huangqin (Scutellariae Radix, black heart removed), Shaoyao (Paeoniae Radix), Shengma (Cimicifugae Rhizoma), Chenxiang (Aquilariae Lignum Resinatum, chopped), Muxiang (Aucklandiae Radix), Mulanpi (Magnoliae Officinalis Cortex, each 0.5 liang), Mangxiao (Natrii Sulfas, 3 liang).
The above thirteen ingredients are coarsely pounded, sieved, and mixed evenly. Use 2 liang per application. Add 6 sheng of water, decoct until 4 sheng remain. Strain. Dip two pieces of cotton cloth in the liquid, apply warm compresses alternately on the carbuncle. Change when cold. Apply 5-7 times daily until healed.

For treating infantile carbuncle toxin with heat and pain. Wulan Tuo Tang (Wulan Poultice Decoction):
Wulan (Isatidis Folium or similar bitter cold herb), Dahuang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma), Huai Bapi (Morus Albae Cortex), Shanglu (Phytolaccae Radix), Yu Pi (Ulmus Rubra Cortex, each 2 liang).
Finely chop the above five ingredients. Use 3 liang per application. Add 5 sheng of water, decoct until 4 sheng remain. Strain, add Banxia Xiao (Natrii Sulfas) 0.5 liang, mix evenly. Dip two pieces of cotton cloth in the decoction, apply warm compresses alternately on the carbuncle. Apply 3-5 times daily until healed.

For treating infantile carbuncle. Zhuma Gen Tang Wash (Ramie Root Decoction Wash):
Zhuma Gen ( Boehmeriae niveae Radix, chopped 3 liang), Xiaodou (Vigna angularis, 2 he).
Add 7 sheng of water to the above two ingredients, decoct until 4 sheng remain. Strain. Wash the carbuncle with the warm liquid. Re-warm if cooled. Apply 3-5 times daily until healed.

For treating carbuncle toxin spreading all over the body with crimson color. Jiyu Tu (Crucian Carp Paste):
Sheng Jiyu (Fresh Crucian Carp, one weighing 3 liang), Mayou (Sesamum Oil, 2 liang).
Pound the fish finely, mix with oil until uniform. Apply to the carbuncle. Apply 3-5 times daily until healed.

For treating carbuncle walking in the skin with wide spread, named "Dan Huo" (Carbuncle Fire), which is fatal if it enters the abdomen. Qicao San (Ground Beetle Powder):
Gan Qicao (Ground Beetle, dried).
Grind the above single ingredient into powder, mix with oil for topical application. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Ye Zao Dan (Wild Stove Carbuncle) starting from the knee. Qiye Tu (Shepherd's Purse Leaf Paste):
Gan Qiye (Shepherd's Purse Leaf, powder), Xiangru (Moslae Herba, powder), Chixiaodou (Vigna angularis, powder, each 0.5 liang), Sheng Shuobi Ye Jing (Polygoni Multiflori Caulis/Leaf, fresh, one handful, finely chopped).
Grind Shuobi finely, mix with other powders, blend into a paste. Apply to the carbuncle. Replace when dry. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Hu Chui Zao Dan (Hu Blow Stove Carbuncle) starting from below the yin. Ni Cu Tu (Mud and Vinegar Paste):
Use mud mixed with knife-grinding water, blend with vinegar into a paste for application. Reapply when dry. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Hu Lou Zao Dan (Hu Leak Stove Carbuncle) starting from the umbilicus. Fulonggan Tu (Dragon's House Liver Paste):
Fulonggan (Caulis Bambusae in Taenia, or specifically calcined earth from the center of a cooking stove).
Use rainwater collected from the roof, let settle, take the sediment. Blend into a paste for application. Reapply when dry. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Shenqi Dan (Spirit Qi Carbuncle) starting from the neck. Quan Gu Hui Tu (Dog Bone Ash Paste):
Quan Guku (Dog skeleton/bone, dried).
Grind into powder, blend with Qingyangzhi (Fat of Ovis Aries Orientalis or Capra Hircus, specifically green sheep fat) into a paste for application. Apply 3-5 times daily.

For treating infantile Fei Zao Dan (Flying Stove Carbuncle) starting from the neck. Tie Cao Shui Xi (Iron Trough Water Wash):
Use water from the iron trough used for quenching steel. Wash 3-5 times daily.

For treating infantile Jia Huo Dan (Household Fire Carbuncle), appearing as large as a thumb, growing one cun per day, spreading to both flanks and cheeks. Zimu Hui Tu (Toona Wood Ash Paste):
Zimu Baipi (Cedrela sinensis bark, white inner bark), Liaoye (Polygoni Hydropiperis Folium, each 1 fen).
Burn to ash, grind to powder. Blend with egg white (Jizi Bai) into a paste for application. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Yan Huo Dan (Smoke Fire Carbuncle) starting from the body. Zhu Cao Ni Tu (Pig Trough Mud Paste):
Zhu Cao Xia Ni (Mud from under pig trough, one he), Sheng Mayou (Fresh Sesame Oil, 1 liang).
Blend into a paste for application. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Yan Huo Dan (Smoke Fire Carbuncle) starting from the back, or wandering to arms, feet red hot like fire. Zhenzhu Tu (Pearl Paste):
Zhenzhu (Margarita, ground fine like powder, 1 liang), Shenhuo Cao (Portulacae Herba, juice squeezed, also known as Jingtian).
Blend into a paste for application. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Shen Zao Dan (Spirit Stove Carbuncle) starting from both temples, turning crimson-black within one day. Shenhuo Cao Zhi Tu (Shenhuo Grass Juice Application):
Shenhuo Cao (Portulacae Herba).
Squeeze juice. First, lightly scratch the carbuncle with a knife to allow bleeding, then apply medicine. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Tian Zao Huo Dan (Heaven Stove Fire Carbuncle) starting from the coccyx, flowing crimson to the glans penis causing swelling and bleeding. Cong Qi Tu (Green Onion and Shepherd's Purse Paste):
Cong (Allium fistulosum, 5 stalks with roots, chopped and pounded), Qi (Capsella bursa-pastoris, 5 fresh stalks with stems, chopped and pounded), Chixiaodou (Vigna angularis, powder), Zaomen Shang Hui (Ash from stove door, ground, each 1 he).
Grind all together finely. Blend with 3 liang of Qingyangzhi (Sheep Fat) evenly for application. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Di Zao Dan (Earth Stove Carbuncle) starting from below yin, ascending to above the ankle bone. Fei Zhuan Tu (Waste Brick Paste):
Fei Zao Zhuan (Ash of waste stove bricks), Wu Si Jiao Mao (Thatch from four corners of house, burned to ash, 1 liang).
Grind and mix evenly. Blend with fresh drawn water into a paste for application. Replace when dry.

For treating infantile Si Zao Dan (Private Stove Carbuncle) starting from the back. Zao Tu Tu (Stove Earth Paste):
Zao Zhong Huangtu (Yellow earth from inside stove, ground).
Take water from the iron-working/knife-grinding trough. Blend into a paste for application. Replace when dry. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Fei Zao Dan (Waste Stove Carbuncle) starting from red feet, or rising from arm bends. Wujia Hui Tu (Eleutherococcus Ash Paste):
Wujia Ye Gen (Eleutherococcus senticosus leaves and roots, burned to ash).
Grind to fine powder. Take water from the iron-working/knife-grinding trough. Blend into a paste for application. Replace when dry. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Gui Huo Dan (Ghost Fire Carbuncle) appearing on both arms. Reddish lumps like plums, or starting from face. Rongyan Tu Fu (Halite Application):
Rongyan (Halitum, 1 fen), Fuzi (Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata, one piece).
Burn, grind fine. Blend with blood of male chicken for application on carbuncle. Apply 5 times daily. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Ye Huo Dan (Wild Fire Carbuncle) spreading over the body, spots like plum or apricot. Cihuang Tu (Orpiment Paste):
Cihuang (Realgar/Orpiment mixture, ground), Rongyan (Halitum, ground, each 1 liang).
Blend with egg white for application on carbuncle. Apply 3-5 times daily. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Zhuyu Dan (Cornel Carbuncle) starting from back, spreading like fine pattern, becoming sores overnight. Jizi Tu (Egg White Paste):
Jizi Bai (Albumen Ovi Galli), Chixiaodou (Vigna angularis, powder).
Blend into a paste for application. Continue until healed. Another source says this treats Water Carbuncle.

For treating infantile Yinghuo Dan (Firefly Carbuncle) appearing, burning bright under ribs, pure red and long, starting from forehead with much pain. Fulonggan Tu (Dragon's House Liver Paste):
Fulonggan (Caulis Bambusae in Taenia, ground fine, 5 he), Sheng Mayou (Fresh Sesame Oil).
Blend and grind into paste for application. Replace when dry. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Wuse Dan (Five-Color Carbuncle). Shuobi Tu (Polygoni Multiflori Leaf Application):
Shuobi Ye (Polygoni Multiflori Folium).
Pound thoroughly and apply to carbuncle. Replace when dry. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Bai Dan (White Carbuncle). Zhu Tong Hui Tu (Pig Dung Ash Paste):
Zhu Shi Hui (Ash of pig dung), Jizi Bai (Albumen Ovi Galli).
Blend into a paste for application. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Huo Dan (Fire Carbuncle) wandering in skin, red like burning fire, blisters forming quickly. Cu Chi Tu (Vinegar and Fermented Soybean Paste):
Chi (Fermented Soybean/Dou Chi).
Grind fine, mix with vinegar for application. Continue until healed.

Another Banjiao Tu (Banana Leaf Paste):
Banjiao Ye Gen (Musa basjoo leaves and roots).
Pound and extract juice for application. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Huo Dan (Fire Carbuncle) hot like fire wrapping waist, requires urgent treatment. Yuntaie Tu (Rapeseed Leaf Paste):
Yuntaie (Brassica campestris leaves).
Pound thoroughly, mix juice for application. Continue until healed.

Also for treating Huo Dan. Zhen Tiao (Needle Pricking):
Prick the whorl on the left thumb of boys or right thumb of girls. If a tendon-like structure breaks, it heals immediately.

For treating infantile Yifang Huo Dan (Yifang Fire Carbuncle) starting from both flanks, cyan-black. Yangzhi Tu (Sheep Fat Paste):
Tie Xia Cao Zhong Tie Shi (Iron residue from iron trough, pounded and ground, 0.5 liang), Yangzhi (Adipovis Ovis, 2 liang), Zhu Fen (Porci Faeces, burned to ash, 1 liang).
Grind evenly into paste for application. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Gu Huo Dan (Bone Fire Carbuncle) starting on arm, crimson-black. Er Suan Tu (Two Garlic Paste):
Dasuan (Allium sativum), Xiaosuan (Allium macrostemon, each 1 liang).
Pound thoroughly and apply thickly. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Niao Zao Huo Dan (Urine Stove Fire Carbuncle) starting below knee, from thighs, and umbilicus, entering glans. Sangmu Gen Xi (Mulberry Root Wash):
Sangmu Gen (Mori Radix, 5 liang).
Finely chop. Add 5 sheng water, decoct until 3 sheng remain. Strain. Wash with warm liquid 5-7 times daily until healed.

For treating infantile Niao Zao Dan (Urine Stove Carbuncle) starting from ankle and calf. Mao Hui Tu (Thatch Ash Paste):
Mao Cao (Thatch from four corners of house, burned to ash and ground), Jizi Bai (Albumen Ovi Galli).
Blend into paste for application. Continue until healed.

For treating infantile Zhu Tian Huo Dan (Vermilion Field Fire Carbuncle) starting on back, becoming sores all over body within one day. Ji Gen Tang Xi (Bramble Root Decoction Wash):
Ji Gen (Rubi Corillae Radix, chopped coarse, half jin).
Add 5 sheng water, decoct until 3 sheng remain. Strain. Wash carbuncle with warm liquid 3-5 times until healed.

For treating infantile Chi Dan (Red Carbuncle), pure red color, caused by heat-toxin clashing with qi and blood. Machixian Zhi Tu (Purslane Juice Application):
Machixian (Portulacae Herba).
Pound thoroughly, squeeze juice (3 he). Take 1 he warm on empty stomach, and another dose at noon and evening. Heals quickly.

For treating infantile carbuncle toxin with redness, swelling, severe heat, unresponsive to hundred doctors. Lanqing Jian (Blue Indigo Concentrate):
Lan Qing (Isatidis Folium, cut), Zhuli (Bambusae Succus, each 1 sheng), Sheng Gegen Zhi (Fresh Puerariae Radix Juice, clarified, 4 he), Mi (Mel, 2 sheng), Hanshuishi (Calcitum, ground, 4 liang), Shigao (Gypsum Fibrosum, ground, 3 liang), Shanzhizi Ren (Gardeniae Fructus, 2.1 liang), Zhimu (Anemarrhenae Rhizoma, baked, 2.5 liang), Chaihu (Bupleuri Radix, stems removed), Xijiao (Rhinocerotis Cornu, shaved), Huangqin (Scutellariae Radix, black heart removed), Xingren (Armeniacae Semen, skin/tip removed, double kernels stir-fried), Chi Shaoyao (Paeoniae Radix Rubra), Lingyangjiao Hui (Saigae Tataricae Cornu Ash, ground), Gancao (Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma, honey-fried/chopped, each 1.1 liang).
The above fifteen ingredients: except for those already ground and juices, chop the rest. Add 5 sheng water and Zhuli. Decoct first, strain to get 3 sheng. Then add Xingren, Gegen juice, and Mi. Simmer on low heat to make a concentrate (Jian). Take 0.5-1 he per dose, dissolved in Mi Yin (rice drink). Three times daily.

For treating infantile carbuncle appearing within one month of birth. Shengma Huangqin Tang (Cimicifuga and Scutellaria Decoction):
Shengma (Cimicifugae Rhizoma), Huangqin (Scutellariae Radix, black heart removed), Xijiao (Rhinocerotis Cornu, shaved), Dahuang (Rhei Radix et Rhizoma, chopped/stir-fried), Chaihu (Bupleuri Radix, stems removed), Shanzhizi Ren (Gardeniae Fructus, each 0.5 liang), Lan Ye (Isatidis Folium, cut, 2 he), Shigao (Gypsum Fibrosum, 3 fen), Gancao (Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma, honey-fried/chopped, 1 fen).
The above nine ingredients are coarsely pounded and sieved. Take 2 qianbi per dose. Add 1 zhan water, decoct until half zhan remains. Strain. Take warm after meals, divided into two doses. Adjust dosage according to child's size.