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*Zhenjiu Juying* (Gathered Essence of Acupuncture and Moxibustion)

Baizheng Fu (Ode to Hundred Symptoms). Read with repeated attention. Xinhui (GV22) connects to Yubin (GB15). Head wind is treated with golden needles. Between Xuangu (GB5) and Hanyan (GB14), lateral headache stops. At the juncture of Qiangjian (GV18) and Fenglong (ST40), severe headache is unbearable.

Originally, for facial edema and flaccid swelling, one must rely on Shuigou (GV26) and Qianding (GV21). For deafness and qi obstruction, rely entirely on Tinghui (GB2) and Yifeng (TE17). For the sensation of insects crawling on the face, Yingxiang (LI20) can be selected. For cicada-like buzzing in the ears, Tinghui (GB2) can be attacked. For dizziness, Zhizheng (SI7) and Feiyang (BL58) are effective. For yellow eyes, Yanggang (BL15) and Danshu (BL19) are effective. For pterygium, Shaose (HT9) is where the Liver meridian governs. For tearing, puncture Linqi (GB14) and Touwei (ST8). For blurred vision, seek Zhuanshu (BL1) and Sanjian (LI3). For dim vision, urgently select Yanglao (SI5) and Tianzhu (BL10). For night blindness and feiqi (abdominal mass), Jingming (BL1) and Xingjian (LR2) should be carefully explored. For stiff neck accompanied by cold damage, Wenliu (LI7) and Qimen (LR14) govern it. Lianquan (CV23) and Zhongchong (PC9) can treat swelling and pain under the tongue. Tianfu (LU3) and Hegu (LI4) should pursue epistaxis. Ermen (TE21) and Sizhukong (SJ23) treat toothache instantly. Jiache (ST6) and Dicang (ST4) correct mouth deviation in a moment. For sore throat, Yemen (TE3) and Yuji (LU10) can heal. For muscle cramps, Jinmen (BL63) and Qiuxu (GB40) treat it. Yanggu (SI5) and Xiaguan (ST7) [Note: Text says "Xia", likely Xiaguan or Xiaxi, context implies jaw/neck] treat mandibular swelling and lockjaw together. Shaoshang (LU11) and Quze (PC3) are applied together for blood deficiency and thirst. Tongtian (GV26) removes the bitterness of nasal congestion. Fuliou (KI7) dispels the sorrow of dry tongue and mouth. Yamend (GV16) and Guanchong (TE1) are crucial for tongue relaxation and aphasia. Tianding (TE16) and Jianshi (PC5) do not delay treatment for loss of voice and stuttering. Taichong (LR3) drains lip heat for rapid recovery. Chengjiang (CV24) stops toothache immediately. Stiff neck with aversion to wind: Sugu (BL65) connects to Tianzhu (BL10). For fever with no sweat: Dadu (SP2) connects to Jingqu (LU8).

As for stubborn numbness in both arms: Shaohai (HT3) works alongside Zusanli (ST36). For hemiplegia: Yanglingquan (GB34) reaches far to Quchi (LI11). Jianli (CV11) and Neiguan (PC6) sweep away chest distress. Tinggong (SI19) and Pishu (BL20) dispel lingering sorrow in the epigastrium. Knowing well that hypochondriac pain has efficacy at Qihu (ST15) and Huagai (CV20). For borborygmus within the abdomen: Xiawan (CV10) and Xangu (BL43) can calm it. How to treat fullness and distension in the chest and hypochondrium? Zhangmen (LR13) needs no detailed search. For diaphragmatic pain with retained fluid difficult to bear: Danzhong (CV17) and Juque (CV14) should be selected. For abdominal fullness with dysphagia: Zhongfu (LU1) and Yishe (BL49) are traversed. For stasis in the chest and diaphragm: Shenshu (BL23) and Jugu (GB27) show signs. For chest fullness and stiff neck: Shencang (BL52) and Xuanji (CV15) have been tested. For back connecting to lower back pain: Baihuanxu (BL30) and Weizhong (BL40) have been effective. For stiff spine: Shuidao (ST28) and Jinsuo (GV9) are effective. For dizziness: Quanliao (SI18) and Daying (ST5) are effective. Hernia is not cured without Cruxi (GB21). Umbilical wind requires moxibustion on RanGu (KI2) to awaken. WeiYang (BL38) and Tianchi (PC17): axillary swelling disperses upon needling. Houxi (SI3) and Tiaotiao (GB30): leg pain lightens upon needling. Nightmares and restlessness: Lidui (ST45) harmonizes with Yinbai (SP1). Manic running and shouting: Shangwan (CV13) rises together with Shenmen (HT7). Palpitations and fright: Select Yangjiao (GB35) [variant: Yangfu GB38]. Do not mistake the release. Opisthotonos and weeping: Rely on Tianchong (GB22) and Daheng (SP15) with precision. Epilepsy requires the command of Shenzhu (GV12) and Benshen (GB13). Fever relies on the fluids of Shaochong (HT9) and Quchi (LI11). For seasonal epidemics of heat: Taodao (GV10) seeks Lung Shu (BL13) [variant: Zhonglvshu BL48]. Frequent wind epilepsy: Shendao (GV11) requires Xinshu (BL15) to calm. Damp-cold and damp-heat descending: Yongquan (KI1) clears. Chills and aversion to cold: Erjian (LI2) unblocks Yinqiao; good for... [Text unclear, likely referring to specific channel imbalance]. Irritated heart and vomiting: Youmen (KI15) opens, Yutang (CV19) clarifies. Xingjian (LR2) and Yongquan (KI1) govern kidney exhaustion in Xiao Ke (wasting-thirst). Yinlingquan (SP9) and Shuifen (CV9) remove edema with umbilical distension. For consumption and corpse-transmission disease: Seek the path of Pohu (BL42) and Gao Huang (BL43). For evil invasion and cholera: Find the journey of Yinggu (KI3) and Zusanli (ST36). To treat jaundice and eliminate yellow: Harmonize Houxi (SI3) and Laogong (PC8) and observe. For fatigue, excessive speech, and desire to lie down: Go to Tongli (HT5) and Dazhong (KI4). For continuous cough: Lung Shu (BL13) must welcome Tiantu (CV22). For red and scanty urination: Duiduan (CV27) alone drains the Taiyang meridian (For excess fire in Heart and Small Intestine, puncture Hand Shaoyin Shu point Shenmen, located at the end of the styloid process after the palm; also puncture Hand Taiyang Wanggu point Yanggu). Puncturing Changqiang (GV1) and Chengshan (BL57) effectively treats fresh bleeding from intestinal wind. Needling Sanyinjiao (SP6) and Qihai (CV6) exclusively manages white turbidity and chronic spermatorrhea.

As for Huangshu (KI15) and Henggu (KI11) [both Kidney meridian points]: Drain long-standing accumulation of Wu Lin (five types of strangury). Yinxi (HT6) afterwards treats frequent night sweats. For spleen deficiency with undigested food: Seek Pishu (BL20) and Pangguangshu (BL28). For stomach cold with difficult digestion: Hunmen (BL47) and Weicang (ST19) are responsible. For nasal polyps: Must select Yinjiao (GV27). For goiter: Must seek Fubai (GB12). Dadun (LR1) and Zhaohai (KI6) excellently dispel cold hernia. Wuli (LI13) and Binao (LI14) treat sores. Zhiyin (BL67) and Wuyi (ST15) treat many pains from itching diseases. Jianjing (GB21) and Yangxi (LI5) eliminate extreme heat from wind rash. For women with irregular menstruation: There are naturally Diji (SP8) and Xuehai (SP10). For women with shortness of qi and leakage bleeding: There are indeed Jiaoxin (KI8) and Heyang (BL57). For leukorrhea and postpartum hemorrhage: Chongmen (SP12) and Qichong (ST30) should be examined. For delayed menstrual cycles: Tianshu (ST25) and Shuiquan (KI5) require detailed analysis. Jianjing (GB21) is extremely effective for mastitis. Shangqiu (SP5) is best for hemorrhoids and fistulas. For rectal prolapse: Seek Baihui (GV20) and the tailbone area [Dacheng text says Wei Yi error]. For infertility: Search Yinjiao (SP6) and Shiguan (KI15) region [Shiguan is Foot Shaoyin meridian]. Zhongwan (CV12) governs accumulated dysentery. Waixiu (GB36) collects large intestine issues. For cold malaria: Shangyang (LI1) and Taixi (KI3) are verified. For abdominal masses: Chongmen (SP12) and Xuehai (SP10) are strong.

Indeed, medicine is the master of human life; only wise men can practice it. Acupuncture is the profound subtlety of principle; it requires instruction from perfected masters. First investigate the source of the disease, then attack the acupoints. Efficacy follows the hand; results appear with the needle.