A Wind-Cold Headache can often progress to a Wind-Heat Headache since the body is inherently warm. However, if you contract a "cold" during the summer, or if you live in a warm and windy climate, you may experience a Wind-Heat headache during the beginning stages of the "cold." This type of headache produces a feeling of distention inside the head, and the pain can be very intense. It's the kind of pain that makes you feel like your head needs to be cracked open to relieve the pressure. Other symptoms which may accompany this headache include shivering, fever, thirst, ruuny nose with yellow discharge, sore throat, swollen tonsils, bloodshot eyes, and darker urine than usual. A Chinese herbalist skillfully trained in pulse and tongue diagnosis will recognize that your tongue is darker red on the sides and tip, and your pulse feels faster and more superficial than normal. The herbal remedy should include herbs that help fight the infection, lower your fever, and relieve pain in the appropriate areas.
A common herbal formula that is effective against Wind-Heat Headache is Shan Yang Shang Feng Ling (Goat Horn Influenza formula). This formula consists of shan yang jiao (goat horn), tian hua fen (trichosanthis root), lian qiao (forsythia fruit), zhu ru (bamboo shavings), Jing Jie (schizonepeta), ge gen (kudzu), gan cao (licorice), jin yin hua (lonicerae), niu bang zi, and bo he (field mint). Let's take a look at the actions of each individual ingredient to learn more about how this formula works so well for Wind-Heat Headache:
Shan yang jiao is a natural fever-reducer that can even treat convulsions and delirium due to high fever. Be sure to consult a licensed practitioner of Oriental Medicine for the proper dosage for such conditions. Tian hua fen helps your body to generate fluids to relieve thirst and irritability. Lian qiao is a strong anti-microbial against a wide spectrum of infections including shigella and staphylococcus. Also an anti-microbial, zhu ru is an expectorant when thick, yellow sputum is trapped in the lungs and sinuses. Jing jie, ge gen, and niu bang zi treat rashes and fever, and ge gen also alleviates thirst and stops diarrhea. Gan cao aids the body in detoxification and strengthens enery levels, while jin yin hua and niu bang zi are effective against salmonella and streptococcos. Bo he soothes the throat and improves mood.
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