Abstract

Purpose: This case study was conducted to advance the interpretation of the 34 provision of Shanghanlun by retrospectively examining the results of prescribing Galgeunhwangryeonhwanggeum-tang to a patients with trunk folliculitis. Methods: The therapeutic effect of Galgeunhwangryeonhwanggeum-tang on folliculitis was evaluated based on skin findings and patient statements. In addition, the clinical manifestations of ‘喘而汗出’ and ‘利遂不止’ in Provision 34 were confirmed. Results: The patient took Galgeunhwangryeonhwanggeum-tang for a total of 45 days, and the folliculitis findings on the skin were clearly improved. The skin did not worsen even when performing tasks that made him short of breath and sweaty. In addition, shortness of breath and excessive sweating improved along with the main symptoms. Conclusion: .Galgeunhwangryeonhwanggeum-tang showed a therapeutic effect on the trunk folliculitis of this case patient. ‘喘而汗出’ and ‘利遂不止’ in Provision 34 mean that shortness of breath, excessive sweating, and hyperactivity due to hasty personality are decisive aggravating factors for the patient.