Zhou, male, 40 years old, first consultation on September 23, 1976. Diarrhea with red and white discharge containing pus, tenesmus, abdominal pain for four days, thirst. Had taken Western medicine such as Furazolidone, but the effect was not significant. Still experiencing abdominal pain and diarrhea, defecating seven to eight times a day, with pus and blood in stool, listlessness, soggy and rapid pulse, thick and greasy tongue coating. Treatment should focus on clearing heat and removing toxins, promoting blood circulation. Prescribed modified Pulsatilla Decoction.
Chinese Pulsatilla Root 15g, Coptis Rhizome 9g, Phellodendron Bark 9g, Ash Bark 9g, Chinese Angelica 9g, Peony Root 12g
Second consultation on September 25, after taking 2 doses, bowel movements decreased, abdominal pain reduced, but still passing stool with pus and blood. Continued with the original prescription for 2 more doses.

Third consultation on September 28, after taking the medicine, all symptoms disappeared, diet returned to normal, occasionally mucus in stool, still feeling discomfort in the abdomen. Tongue coating pale, pulse slightly rapid. Continued with the original prescription for 3 more doses, one dose every other day. Cured.