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  • 1Department of Ancient Medical Language, Guangzhou University of TCM.

Zhonghua Yi Shi Za Zhi (Beijing, China : 1980)
|June 22, 2007
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Rabies, caused by mad dog bites, has a historical understanding of its etiology and pathogenesis. Its diagnosis and treatment evolved significantly over centuries, aligning with modern infectious disease knowledge.

Area of Science:

  • Medical History
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Rabies etiology historically attributed to mad dog bites and internal "heat and blood stasis."
  • Traditional understanding of rabies pathogenesis evolved over dynasties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To trace the historical evolution of rabies knowledge.
  • To compare ancient rabies understanding with modern medical concepts.

Main Methods:

  • Historical analysis of medical texts from Sui-Tang to Ming-Qing Dynasties.
  • Comparative study of traditional diagnosis, trauma care, and therapy with contemporary infectious disease standards.

Main Results:

  • Recognition of mad dog bites in Sui-Tang Dynasties; central nervous system manifestations detailed in Ming-Qing Dynasties.

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  • Traditional diagnostic and prognostic knowledge aligns with modern infectious disease textbooks.
  • Trauma care evolved from mouth suction to washing with specific substances; therapy advanced from single drugs to patent prescriptions.

    • Conclusions:

    • Historical understanding of rabies etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical manifestations shows significant progression.
    • Traditional Chinese medical approaches to rabies diagnosis and treatment demonstrate early insights comparable to modern practices.