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The breast is the pathway of the Foot-Yangming Stomach Meridian. The nipple belongs to the Foot-Jueyin Liver Meridian. Nursing mothers who do not know how to regulate their lifestyle may experience qi rebellion due to anger, qi stagnation due to depression, and damp-heat accumulation from consuming rich and greasy foods. This leads to impaired circulation of Qi in the Jueyin Liver Meridian, causing the mammary orifices to be blocked and milk unable to discharge. Simultaneously, blood heat in the Yangming Stomach Meridian becomes excessive, leading to severe fever and suppuration. Another cause is when an infant has phlegm stagnation in the diaphragm and hot breath; sleeping while suckling allows the infant's hot breath to blow into the mammary collaterals, forming nodules. At the initial stage, one must endure pain, massage until slightly soft, and suckle to promote natural milk flow, which can resolve the condition. If treatment is delayed, it will inevitably develop into a carbuncle or furuncle. The treatment method involves using Qingpi (Cortex Aurantii) to relieve Jueyin Liver stagnation; finely grinding Shigao (Gypsum Fibrosum) to clear Yangming Stomach heat; using raw Gancao (Radix Glycyrrhizae) joints to move turbid blood; and using Gualouzi (Semen Trichosanthis) to clear swelling and guide out toxins. Alternatively, add Moyao (Resina Myrrhae), Qingjuye (Folium Citri Reticulatae), Zaojiaoci (Spina Gleditsiae), Jinyinhua (Flos Lonicerae), and Danggui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis). These can be prepared as decoctions or powders, with modifications based on the condition. Alcohol should be added in small amounts as an adjuvant. Applying two or three moxa cones directly on the swelling accelerates efficacy. Needles or knives should not be used rashly, as this may lead to critical danger. Some cases arise from chronic sorrow and depression, accumulating over time to damage Spleen Qi and cause Liver Qi to invade horizontally, forming hidden nodules the size of chess pieces, painless and non-itchy. Years later, they ulcerate and sink, named "Ru Yan" (Breast Rock/Cancer), because the wound shape resembles rocky caves. This condition is incurable. However, if at the onset, the root cause is eliminated by maintaining a clear mind and peaceful spirit, followed by treatment, recovery is possible.

One theory states that for women with infants, it is called "Wai Chui Ru" (External Blowing Breast); for pregnant women, it is called "Nei Chui Ru" (Internal Blowing Breast). Both require urgent treatment, suitable for Li Xiao San (Rapid Effect Powder). Made from Bai Zhi (Radix Angelicae Dahuricae) and Bei Mu (Bulbus Fritillariae Cirrhosae) in equal parts, ground into powder. Take 2 qian per dose, mixed with good wine. If milk flow is absent, add Loulu (Radix Euphorbiae Humifusae), decocted in wine.

Another theory addresses breast swelling and pain in women, impending abscess formation, suitable for Shen Xiao Gua Lou San (Miraculous Effect Trichosanthes Powder). Ingredients: Large Gualou (Fructus Trichosanthis, yellow and ripe, including peel, seeds, and pulp, wrapped in paper and roasted, half per dose); Bai Zhi 1.5 qian; Yuan Shen (Radix Scrophulariae) 2 qian; Shengma (Rhizoma Cimicifugae) 0.5 qian; Gui Wei (Radix Angelicae Sinensis tail) 2 qian; Jie Geng (Radix Platycodonis) 1 qian; Lian Qiao (Fructus Forsythiae) 2 qian; Chai Hu (Radix Bupleuri) 1 qian; Qingpi (Cortex Aurantii) 1 qian; Tian Hua Fen (Radix Trichosanthis) 1.5 qian; Chuanshan Jia (Squama Manis, stir-fried) 1 qian; Chuan Xiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong) 0.8 qian; Zhi Mu (Rhizoma Anemarrhenae) 1 qian; Mu Tong (Caulis Akebiae) 1 qian; Mibie Zi (Semen Momordicae) 2 seeds; Yuan Hu Suo (Rhizoma Corydalis) 0.2 qian. Decoct one dose in water and take warm.

For breast swelling and pain from blowing breast without suppuration: Use one raw Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae) ground to powder. Mix with 0.5 cun of Cong Bai (Scallion White), form pills, wrap in cotton, and insert into the nostril overnight for cure. Left breast issue -> right nostril; Right breast issue -> left nostril. Highly effective.

External application for blowing breast: Crush a large handful of Cong Bai (Scallion White) into a paste, apply thickly to the breast. Place a tile pot filled with ash fire on top to steam and induce sweating, reducing swelling and pain. Alternatively, frequently drink Zisu (Perilla Leaf) decoction.

Treatment for blowing breast: Grind earthworm feces from leek fields into fine powder, mix with vinegar, apply thickly. Replace when dry. Cures in three applications.

Treatment for blowing breast: Take Yi Yuan San (Five Elements Powder) 5 qian, administer with Dan Dou Chi (Fermented Soybean) and Cong Bai decoction. Frequent administration cures.

For women over fifty with recurrent breast abscess ulcers that fail to heal: Suitable for Chong Mai Yin Zi (Chong Mai Decoction). Ingredients: Huang Qi (Radix Astragali, 1 liang processed with 1 qian Gui Zhi, steamed, use 1 qian per dose); Ren Shen (Radix Ginseng) 1.5 qian; Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractylodis Macrocephalae) 1 qian; Sheng Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Preparata, wine-soaked) 1 qian; Fu Ling (Poria) 1 qian; Dang Gui Shen (Radix Angelicae Sinensis body) 2 qian; Bai Shao (Radix Paeoniae Alba, wine-fried) 1 qian; Chuan Xiong 1 qian; Chai Hu 0.5 qian; Qingpi 0.5 qan; Xuan Mu Gua (Fructus Chaenomelis) 0.4 qian; Zao Jiao Zi (Semen Gleditsiae Sinensis) 2 qian; Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae) 0.2 qian. Decoct and take frequently. For constipation, add Chao Huo Ma Ren (Semen Cannabis Preparatum) 2 qian and Jiu Chao Huang Lian (Rhizoma Coptidis, wine-fried) 2 qian.

Theory for curing internal/external blowing breast and abscesses immediately: Burn Ya Zao (Fructus Gleditsiae Sinensis) to retain properties, mix with equal parts Ge Fen (Calamina) powder. Administer with strong head wine until intoxicated, keep warm to sweat. Externally, burn Ba Dou (Semen Crotonis) 3 seeds to retain properties, mix with sesame oil, apply to abscess head, cover with plaster. Surround with Tie Gu San (Iron Hoop Powder): Bai Ji (Rhizoma Bletillae), Bai Lian (Rhizoma Ampelopsis Japonicae), Bai Zhi Shao (Tip of Radix Angelicae Dahuricae), Chi Shao Shao (Tip of Radix Paeoniae Rubra). Mix with honey, apply around the wound.

Formula for immediate effect on blowing breast and suppurating wounds: Huang Qi, Ren Shen, Dang Gui, Chuan Xiong, Bai Zhi, Mu Tong, Lian Qiao, Lou Lu, Tian Hua Fen, Qing Pi, Ju Rui (Tangerine Bud), Fang Feng (Radix Saposhnikoviae), Bai Shao, Bei Mu, Gua Lou, Ru Xiang (Olibanum), Gan Cao, Chuan Shan Jia, Zao Jiao Ci. Decoct in water, take after meals and before bed.

Treatment for breast labor and abscesses, resolving suppuration or preventing formation, uniquely miraculous: Shen Xiao Gua Lou San (Miraculous Effect Trichosanthes Powder). Also effective for scrofula and sores. Ingredients: Gua Lou (large, crushed) 2, Dang Gui (wine-washed) 5 qian, Gan Cao 5 qian, Ru Xiang (ground separately) 1 qian, Mo Yao (ground separately) 1 qian. Make two doses. Decoct in 3 bowls of wine until 2 bowls remain. Drink in three portions. Apply dregs externally. Effective for all carbuncles, sores, and groin abscesses.