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What is a Healing Crisis (Herxheimer Reaction)?

Healing Crisis (Herxheimer Reaction), also known in Traditional Chinese Medicine as the Reverse Reaction. This is a positive occurrence, representing a disruption of the body’s pathological balance, readjusting it toward a healthy balance. It indicates activation of the immune system, with the functions of the internal organs in the process of recovery.

Healing Crisis (Herxheimer Reaction), also known as the Reverse Reaction in Traditional Chinese Medicine
What is a Healing Crisis (Herxheimer Reaction)?

The ancients said: “If medicine does not cause a reaction, the illness will not be cured” (from *The Book of Shangshu, On Command*). Interpretation: If a seriously ill person does not experience any discomfort after taking herbal medicine, the illness cannot be fully cured. One of the major differences between Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western medicine is that TCM treatments can induce a Herxheimer Reaction, which is a necessary process for activating the body’s yang energy to repair itself.

The Herxheimer Reaction is broad in scope, referring to the body’s response as it shifts from a weakened to a healthier state (e.g., changing from a cold deficiency constitution to health) or during the detoxification process (such as removing pesticides, artificial additives, hormones, antibiotics, or bodily waste products). It’s also known as a detox reaction or healing response. This reaction is temporary, does not happen to everyone, and may occur more than once. Symptoms can appear not only on the face or body but also in the mouth, and may include hives, swelling, increased bowel movements, abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, tinnitus, blood pressure fluctuations, skeletal aches, and more. If symptoms worsen after taking medication, it often indicates that the medicine is working to expel external pathogens.

QiRobo 18 has a potent qi-promoting effect, and people with weaker or unique constitutions may experience a healing response (Herxheimer Reaction) after taking it. For those with weaker constitutions or long-term hypoxia, it is recommended to start with a reduced dose. Individuals with weak or sensitive constitutions should also consider adjusting their dosage. It is suggested to take 1–2 capsules each time, 1–3 times per day, adjusting the dose based on individual response.

The Healing Crisis differs from Drug Side Effects. The differences are summarized in the following table:

 

Comparison of Healing Crisis and Drug Side EffectsHealing Crisis / Reverse ReactionDrug Side Effects
Occurrence Probability / Frequency
  • Occurs only in some users; those with stronger constitutions rarely experience discomfort;
  • Users with sensitive constitutions or health issues may experience discomfort when the treatment takes effect;
  • Symptoms vary based on individual constitution or health conditions.
  • Almost 100% occurrence rate; nearly all users, regardless of constitution, will experience one or more specific discomfort symptoms to some degree.
When Discomfort Symptoms Occur
  • The occurrence time of discomfort symptoms is affected by the properties, dosage, and individual constitution;
  • Symptoms may appear within minutes, hours, or days after taking the supplement.
  • Each drug’s side effects usually appear within a certain time after intake.
Intensity and Progression of Symptoms
  • Healing Crisis symptoms tend to decrease in severity and disappear over time.
  • Side effects tend to increase in severity over time and may accumulate, potentially leading to new issues.
Types of Discomfort Symptoms
  • Healing Crisis symptoms are brief reactions in the detoxification or weakened function recovery process, driven by the body’s self-healing ability, with diverse manifestations;
  • The commonality is that the adjustment typically starts from the area of the body that needs it the most.
  • Each drug’s side effects are usually limited to one or a few fixed symptoms.
Response and Treatment
  • Generally does not require special treatment; observation is sufficient, and dosage or frequency can be adjusted based on the severity of the reaction.
  • Requires prompt treatment; sometimes it may be necessary to discontinue or switch to a different medication to reduce side effects.
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