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Cush-Support for Spleen/Kidney Yang Vacuity
Product Overview
Cush-Support for Spleen/Kidney Yang Vacuity is a specialized Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) herbal formula crafted to address canine Cushing’s disease symptoms, particularly those involving significant phlegm accumulation and fluid metabolism issues. In Western medicine, Cushing’s is defined by excessive cortisol production, but TCM focuses on the pattern of Spleen and Kidney Yang Vacuity, where the body fails to transform food and fluids, leading to dampness, phlegm, and related symptoms. Developed through extensive clinical experience and informed by texts like The Treatment of Modern Western Medical Disease with Chinese Medicine by Bob Flaws & Philippe Sionneau and Manual of Natural Veterinary Medicine by Susan Wynn & Steve Marsden, this formula restores Yang, invigorates the Spleen, and supports adrenal function for holistic canine wellness.
Symptoms Addressed
This formula is designed for dogs displaying TCM symptoms of Spleen/Kidney Yang Vacuity with phlegm, which often correlate with Cushing’s disease. Key symptoms include:
- Obesity ("fei pang") or water swelling ("shui zhong"): Weight gain or edema due to poor fluid metabolism.
- Shiny skin: A sign of dampness accumulation on the body’s surface.
- Jagged or tight breathing: Shortness of breath caused by phlegm obstructing the lungs.
- Pain in the sides or flank: Linked to Liver Qi stagnation or Kidney deficiency.
- Aggressive or irritable behavior ("yi nu"): Reflects emotional imbalance from Qi stagnation.
- Fatigue: A Western Cushing’s symptom aligning with Yang deficiency.
TCM Actions and Benefits
Cush-Support for Spleen/Kidney Yang Vacuity works to:
- Soothe the Liver: Relieves Qi stagnation to reduce irritability and flank pain.
- Invigorate the Spleen: Strengthens Spleen function to transform fluids and prevent dampness.
- Transform Phlegm: Clears phlegm to alleviate respiratory issues and heaviness.
- Transform Damp: Eliminates excess moisture to reduce edema and obesity.
Key Herbal Ingredients
The formula features a synergistic blend of herbs tailored to this pattern:
- Yi Yi Ren (Semen Coicis): Drains dampness and strengthens the Spleen to reduce edema and obesity.
- Dang Shen (Radix Codonopsitis): Tonifies Qi and supports Spleen function for improved digestion.
- Huang Qi (Astragali Membranacei): Boosts Qi and promotes fluid metabolism to reduce swelling.
- Fu Ling (Poriae Cocos): Drains dampness and strengthens the Spleen to address phlegm.
- Zhi Ban Xia (Pinelliae Ternatae): Transforms phlegm and dries dampness to relieve shortness of breath.
- Zhi Fu Zi (Praeparatus Aconiti Carmichaeli): Warms Kidney Yang to support adrenal function.
- Bai Zhu (Atractylodis Macrocephalae): Dries dampness and strengthens the Spleen.
- Chen Pi (Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae): Regulates Qi and transforms phlegm to relieve stagnation.
- Gan Jiang (Rhizoma Zingiberis): Warms the interior and supports Spleen Yang.
- Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae): Harmonizes the formula and tonifies the Spleen.
- Da Zao (Fructus Zizyphi Jujubae): Nourishes Qi and harmonizes the formula.
Western Correlation
In Western veterinary medicine, Cushing’s disease results from prolonged cortisol excess, often due to pituitary or adrenal tumors or iatrogenic steroid use. Symptoms like obesity, water retention, and shortness of breath align with TCM’s Spleen/Kidney Yang Vacuity pattern, particularly when phlegm is prominent (e.g., shiny skin, respiratory issues). While Western treatments focus on cortisol reduction, Cush-Support for Spleen/Kidney Yang Vacuity offers a complementary approach by warming Yang, clearing phlegm, and restoring fluid balance.
Usage and Recommendations
Use under the supervision of a TCM-trained veterinarian to determine appropriate dosing based on your dog’s symptoms and condition. This formula is ideal for dogs with dampness and phlegm signs (e.g., edema, shiny skin) but should be avoided in cases of significant heat or Yin deficiency due to its warming herbs (e.g., Zhi Fu Zi, Gan Jiang). Monitor improvements in symptoms like swelling, breathing, and behavior, and consult your veterinarian for integration with Western therapies. Ensure the formula is sourced from a trusted provider to guarantee safety and efficacy.
Why Choose Cush-Support for Spleen/Kidney Yang Vacuity?
Rooted in TCM principles and refined through clinical expertise, this formula offers a natural, holistic solution for dogs with Cushing’s symptoms involving phlegm and dampness. By warming Yang and transforming phlegm, it supports adrenal health, improves quality of life, and complements conventional treatments, helping your dog regain balance and vitality.
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