Comprehensive Overview of the Eight Principles of Diagnosis – Every illness has its unique cause.
Organ Diagnosis is the core; Qi, Blood, and Body Fluids must be clearly differentiated.
External Pathogenic Heat Diseases must be classified; assess the disease’s symptoms and patterns.
Eight Principles Diagnosis – Exterior Syndrome
Exterior Syndrome – Pathogenic factors invade the exterior, causing nasal congestion, runny nose, and body aches.
Fever, chills, presence or absence of sweating, cough with white tongue coating, and floating pulse.
Interior Syndrome
Interior syndrome can be transmitted from the exterior or arise internally; the disease is located deep within.
Organ, Qi, and Blood diseases belong to the interior; all non-exterior syndromes are included.
Cold Syndrome
Cold syndrome results from the invasion of cold pathogens; Yang deficiency and Yin excess lead to internal cold.
Chills, preference for warmth, cold limbs, pale complexion, loose stools.
Preference for warm drinks, white and slippery tongue coating, tight and tense pulse.
Heat Syndrome
Heat syndrome results from the invasion of heat pathogens or from Yang excess and Yin deficiency.
Restlessness, thirst, preference for cold drinks, fever, preference for coolness, red face.
Constipation, red and yellow tongue coating, rapid and forceful pulse.
Deficiency Syndrome
Deficiency syndrome indicates insufficient Zheng Qi; the body’s ability to resist disease is low.
Thin physique, fatigue, shortness of breath, palpitations, spontaneous sweating, loose stools.
Pale and tender tongue, weak and thin pulse.
Excess Syndrome
Excess syndrome indicates an abundance of pathogenic Qi; Zheng Qi is not weakened and can resist.
Rough breathing, long speech, chest and abdominal distension, pain upon pressure.
Heat, constipation, red and painful urination, thick and dry tongue coating, strong and full pulse.
Yin Syndrome
Yin syndrome indicates closed eyes, aversion to light, quietness, and low energy.
Preference for warmth, cold limbs, spontaneous diarrhea, clear urination.
Pale tongue, white coating, deep and slow pulse; Yang deficiency and excessive cold symptoms.
Yang Syndrome
Yang syndrome indicates open eyes, desire for light, restlessness, and loud speech.
Fever, aversion to cold, thirst for cold drinks, constipation, red face.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid and forceful pulse; Yang Qi is excessive, indicating excess heat symptoms.
Yin Deficiency Syndrome
Yin deficiency syndrome indicates thin physique, dizziness, insomnia, dry mouth, and throat.
Red cheeks, red lips, tidal fever, night sweats, thin and rapid pulse, red tongue.
Yang Deficiency Syndrome
Yang deficiency syndrome indicates fatigue, low energy, pale tongue, and cold limbs.
Fear of cold, preference for warmth, pale complexion, thin and slow pulse.
Loss of Yin
Loss of Yin indicates depletion of Yin fluids, excessive sweating, and warm hands and feet.
Thirst for cold drinks, rapid and weak pulse, red tongue.
Loss of Yang
Loss of Yang indicates depletion of Yang Qi, excessive sweating, cold limbs, and faint pulse.
Pale tongue, moist tongue, weak pulse.
Diagnosis of Pathogenic Factors – Six Floating Diseases
Wind-cold causes fever, sweating, aversion to wind, throat itch, cough, and headache.
Wind-cold Disease
Bitter tongue, thin white coating, floating and slow pulse; wind rash may appear intermittently.
Skin itching may occur in various locations or migratory joint pain.
Cold Pathogen Disease
Exterior cold causes fever, aversion to cold, no sweating, headache, and body aches.
Thin white tongue coating, floating and tight pulse; nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain.
Heat Pathogen Disease
(1) Heat Stroke
Heat stroke causes high fever, thirst, sweating, headache, and rough breathing.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may cause shortness of breath and fatigue.
May lead to convulsions, clenched jaws, or delirium.
(2) Sunstroke
Sunstroke occurs suddenly with dizziness and headache.
Chest tightness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, and fatigue.
Severe cases may lead to fainting or loss of consciousness; fever, thirst, and profuse sweating.
May present with no sweating, cold limbs, or convulsions.
Moist Pathogen Disease
Moisture invades, causing heaviness in the head and limbs, and poor digestion.
Chest tightness, poor appetite, abdominal distension, and joint pain.
White greasy tongue coating, slow pulse; may present with edema or gynecological issues.
Dry Pathogen Disease
(1) Cool Dryness
Cool dryness causes chills, no sweating, headache, and dry mouth.
Pale tongue, thin white coating, floating pulse; nasal congestion, cough with little phlegm.
(2) Warm Dryness
Warm dryness causes fever, slight chills, and dry throat.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; dry cough with thick phlegm.
Fire Syndrome causes high fever, irritability, thirst, and constipation.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may lead to vomiting, nosebleeds, or skin rashes.
Diagnosis of Seven Emotions
Joy damages the heart Qi; the spirit becomes disoriented.
Confusion, erratic behavior, incoherent speech, weak and thin pulse.
Anger damages the liver Qi; it rises and causes dizziness.
Severe cases may lead to fainting or vomiting blood; anger leads to depression.
Chest and flank fullness, wiry pulse; irritability and easy anger.
Worry damages the lung and spleen; excessive worry leads to fatigue.
Poor appetite, loose stools, weak pulse; shortness of breath and cough with clear phlegm.
Overthinking damages the heart and spleen; leads to poor appetite.
Insomnia, forgetfulness, palpitations, thin and weak pulse.
Sadness damages the heart and lung; leads to low energy.
Pale complexion, weak pulse; low energy, reluctance to speak, and sweating.
Fear damages the heart and kidney; leads to anxiety.
Fear leads to incontinence, deep and weak pulse; anxiety and restlessness.
Shock damages the heart Qi; leads to confusion.
Erratic behavior, incoherent speech, weak pulse; inability to focus.
Organ Diagnosis – Heart Yin Deficiency
Heart Yin deficiency causes palpitations, irritability, insomnia, and excessive dreaming.
Red tongue, little moisture, thin and rapid pulse; yellow urine, constipation, dry mouth and throat.
Heart Blood Deficiency
Heart blood deficiency causes palpitations, insomnia, forgetfulness, and dizziness.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; pale complexion, lack of luster.
Heart Qi Deficiency
Heart Qi deficiency causes palpitations, fatigue, and spontaneous sweating.
Weak pulse, pale tongue; fatigue, shortness of breath, and heaviness.
Heart Yang Deficiency
Heart Yang deficiency causes palpitations, cold limbs, and spontaneous sweating.
Chest tightness, shortness of breath, weak pulse; pale tongue.
Heart Fire Rising
Heart fire rising causes palpitations, irritability, and mouth sores.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; red face, thirst, and dry mouth.
Heart Blood Stasis
Heart blood stasis causes chest pain, cold limbs, and cyanosis.
Dark red tongue, stasis points, thin and choppy pulse.
Phlegm Obstructing the Heart
Phlegm obstructing the heart causes confusion, dullness, and mental fog.
Slippery pulse, pale tongue, white greasy coating; may present with cough and phlegm.
Phlegm Fire Disturbing the Heart
Phlegm fire disturbing the heart causes confusion, erratic behavior, and irritability.
Yellow greasy tongue coating, rapid pulse; may present with red face and agitation.
Small Intestine Heat
Small intestine heat causes heat in the heart, irritability, and red lips.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; short and painful urination.
Small Intestine Qi Pain
Small intestine qi pain causes distension and pain, with intermittent severity.
White slippery tongue coating, wiry pulse; pain may worsen with heat and improve with cold.
Liver Qi Stagnation
Liver qi stagnation causes wiry pulse, chest and flank fullness, and breast tenderness.
Depression, low mood, and menstrual irregularities.
Liver Fire Rising
Liver fire rising causes red eyes, irritability, and headache.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; bitter taste, constipation, and dark urine.
Liver Yin Deficiency
Liver yin deficiency causes dry eyes, irritability, and night sweats.
Red tongue, little moisture, thin and rapid pulse; bitter taste, yellow urine.
Liver Blood Deficiency
Liver blood deficiency causes dizziness, pale complexion, and menstrual irregularities.
Pale tongue, thin pulse; may present with fatigue and low energy.
Liver Yang Rising
Liver yang rising causes irritability, headache, and red face.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with yellow urine and constipation.
Liver Yang Transforming into Wind
Liver yang transforming into wind causes dizziness, tremors, and unsteady gait.
Red tongue, wiry pulse; may present with severe cases leading to stroke.
Liver and Gallbladder Damp Heat
Liver and gallbladder damp heat causes yellow skin, irritability, and nausea.
Yellow greasy tongue coating, rapid pulse; may present with bitter taste and abdominal pain.
Gallbladder Qi Stagnation
Gallbladder qi stagnation causes fullness in the chest and flank, bitter taste, and nausea.
Yellow greasy tongue coating, rapid pulse; may present with irritability and insomnia.
Spleen Qi Deficiency
Spleen qi deficiency causes fatigue, poor appetite, and abdominal distension.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with loose stools and poor digestion.
Spleen Yang Deficiency
Spleen yang deficiency causes cold limbs, fatigue, and poor appetite.
Pale tongue, slow pulse; may present with abdominal distension and loose stools.
Spleen Yin Deficiency
Spleen yin deficiency causes five heart heat, poor appetite, and fatigue.
Red tongue, little moisture, thin and rapid pulse; may present with dry mouth and constipation.
Cold Dampness Obstructing the Spleen
Cold dampness obstructing the spleen causes heaviness in the head and limbs, poor appetite, and abdominal distension.
Pale tongue, white greasy coating, slow pulse; may present with loose stools and fatigue.
Heat Dampness Accumulating in the Spleen
Heat dampness accumulating in the spleen causes yellow urine, poor appetite, and abdominal distension.
Yellow greasy tongue coating, rapid pulse; may present with loose stools and nausea.
Stomach Yin Deficiency
Stomach yin deficiency causes dry mouth, burning pain, and nausea.
Red tongue, little moisture, thin and rapid pulse; may present with poor appetite and weight loss.
Food Stagnation in the Stomach
Food stagnation in the stomach causes sour belching, abdominal pain, and nausea.
Thick greasy tongue coating, slippery pulse; may present with poor appetite and vomiting.
Cold Pathogen Invading the Stomach
Cold pathogen invading the stomach causes sudden severe pain, worsened by cold and relieved by warmth.
Cold limbs, no thirst, pale tongue, tight pulse; may present with nausea and vomiting.
Stomach Fire Excess
Stomach fire excess causes burning pain, thirst, and irritability.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with bad breath and swollen gums.
Lung Qi Deficiency
Lung qi deficiency causes weak voice, cough, and shortness of breath.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with fatigue and spontaneous sweating.
Lung Yin Deficiency
Lung yin deficiency causes dry throat, night sweats, and irritability.
Red tongue, little moisture, thin and rapid pulse; may present with dry cough and hoarseness.
Wind Cold Binding the Lungs
Wind cold binding the lungs causes chills, no sweating, and heaviness in the head and body.
Thin white tongue coating, floating pulse; may present with cough and clear phlegm.
Wind Heat Invading the Lungs
Wind heat invading the lungs causes fever, cough, and sore throat.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with thick phlegm and chest pain.
Lung Dryness Cough
Lung dryness cough causes dry mouth, cough, and chest pain.
Red tongue, little moisture, thin and rapid pulse; may present with dry cough and difficulty expectorating.
Heat Pathogen Obstructing the Lungs
Heat pathogen obstructing the lungs causes fever, cough, and chest pain.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with yellow phlegm and difficulty breathing.
Phlegm Obstructing the Lungs
Phlegm obstructing the lungs causes cough, shortness of breath, and excessive phlegm.
White greasy tongue coating, slippery pulse; may present with chest tightness and wheezing.
Large Intestine Cold Dampness
Large intestine cold dampness causes abdominal pain, diarrhea, and borborygmi.
White slippery tongue coating, slow pulse; may present with loose stools and cold limbs.
Large Intestine Damp Heat
Large intestine damp heat causes abdominal pain, diarrhea, and blood in stools.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with fever and urgency.
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal abscess causes abdominal pain, especially in the right lower quadrant.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with fever and tenderness upon palpation.
Kidney Yin Deficiency
Kidney yin deficiency causes weakness in the lower back and knees, dizziness, and irritability.
Red tongue, little moisture, thin and rapid pulse; may present with night sweats and dry mouth.
Kidney Yang Deficiency
Kidney yang deficiency causes weakness in the lower back and knees, cold limbs, and fatigue.
Pale tongue, slow pulse; may present with low energy and spontaneous sweating.
Kidney Qi Not Firm
Kidney qi not firm causes weakness in the lower back and knees, premature ejaculation, and dizziness.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with frequent urination and incontinence.
Kidney Not Containing Qi
Kidney not containing qi causes weakness in the lower back and knees, fatigue, and shortness of breath.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with difficulty breathing and fatigue.
Kidney Deficiency with Water Overflow
Kidney deficiency with water overflow causes weakness in the lower back and knees, dizziness, and cold limbs.
Pale tongue, slippery pulse; may present with edema and cough with phlegm.
Kidney Essence Deficiency
Kidney essence deficiency causes weakness in the lower back and knees, dizziness, and slow development.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with infertility and developmental delays.
Bladder Yang Deficiency
Bladder yang deficiency causes cold limbs, frequent urination, and clear urine.
Pale tongue, slow pulse; may present with incontinence and fatigue.
Bladder Damp Heat
Bladder damp heat causes burning urination, urgency, and frequency.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with fever and abdominal pain.
Qi Deficiency Syndrome
Qi deficiency causes fatigue, weakness, and dizziness.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with shortness of breath and spontaneous sweating.
Qi Sinking Syndrome
Qi sinking syndrome causes fatigue, weakness, and abdominal distension.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with prolapse and frequent urination.
Qi Stagnation Syndrome
Qi stagnation syndrome causes distension and pain, with variable severity.
Pale tongue, wiry pulse; may present with emotional distress and digestive issues.
Qi Reversal Syndrome
Qi reversal syndrome indicates qi rising, causing nausea and vomiting.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with cough and shortness of breath.
Blood Deficiency Syndrome
Blood deficiency causes numbness, palpitations, and dizziness.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with menstrual irregularities and fatigue.
Blood Stasis Syndrome
Blood stasis causes localized swelling, hardness, and pain.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with dark spots and varicose veins.
Blood Heat Syndrome
Blood heat syndrome causes fever, irritability, and bleeding.
Red tongue, rapid pulse; may present with skin rashes and nosebleeds.
Body Fluid Deficiency Syndrome
Body fluid deficiency causes dryness, thirst, and constipation.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with dry skin and hair.
Water Retention
(1) Wind Phlegm Syndrome
Wind phlegm syndrome causes dizziness, nausea, and vomiting.
White greasy tongue coating, slippery pulse; may present with cough and phlegm.
(2) Heat Phlegm Syndrome
Heat phlegm syndrome causes cough, fever, and thick phlegm.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with chest pain and difficulty breathing.
(3) Cold Phlegm Syndrome
Cold phlegm syndrome causes cough, chills, and clear phlegm.
Pale tongue, white coating, slow pulse; may present with fatigue and cold limbs.
(4) Dry Phlegm Syndrome
Dry phlegm syndrome causes dry cough, chest pain, and difficulty expectorating.
Red tongue, little moisture, thin and rapid pulse; may present with dry throat and hoarseness.
(5) Damp Phlegm Syndrome
Damp phlegm syndrome causes fullness in the chest and abdomen, cough, and excessive phlegm.
Pale tongue, white greasy coating, slow pulse; may present with fatigue and poor appetite.
(6) Phlegm Fluid Syndrome
Phlegm fluid syndrome causes fullness in the chest and abdomen, cough, and shortness of breath.
White greasy tongue coating, slippery pulse; may present with dizziness and nausea.
(7) Suspended Fluid Syndrome
Suspended fluid syndrome causes fullness in the chest and abdomen, cough, and difficulty breathing.
White greasy tongue coating, slow pulse; may present with fatigue and cold limbs.
(8) Overflowing Fluid Syndrome
Overflowing fluid syndrome causes heaviness in the limbs, cough, and shortness of breath.
Pale tongue, white coating, rapid pulse; may present with edema and fatigue.
(9) Stagnant Fluid Syndrome
Stagnant fluid syndrome causes fullness in the chest and abdomen, cough, and difficulty breathing.
White greasy tongue coating, slow pulse; may present with dizziness and nausea.
Summary of Diagnosis Levels
External pathogenic heat diseases must be classified; cold and heat must be differentiated.
Initial symptoms may present as external; if unresolved, they may transmit internally.
Fever and heat transformation can damage Yin; the severity of the disease has stages.
Summary of External Syndromes
Initial external syndrome presents with superficial symptoms; pathogens invade and Zheng Qi resists.
Different causes lead to different syndromes; must differentiate between wind, heat, dampness, dryness, and cold.
(1) External Wind Cold Syndrome
External wind cold causes chills, fever, and body aches.
Thin white tongue coating, floating pulse; may present with cough and nasal congestion.
(2) External Wind Heat Syndrome
External wind heat causes fever, thirst, and sore throat.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with cough and thick phlegm.
(3) External Cold Dampness Syndrome
External cold dampness causes fever, body aches, and heaviness.
White greasy tongue coating, slow pulse; may present with poor appetite and fatigue.
(4) External Heat Dampness Syndrome
External heat dampness causes fever, yellow urine, and body aches.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with nausea and vomiting.
(5) External Dryness Syndrome
External dryness causes chills, fever, and dry throat.
Red tongue, little moisture, thin and rapid pulse; may present with dry cough and hoarseness.
Summary of Intermediary Syndromes
Intermediary syndromes indicate deep invasion of pathogens; external and internal symptoms may coexist.
Must differentiate between internal and external symptoms; may present with mixed symptoms.
(1) Non-Internal and External Syndrome
Non-internal and external syndrome causes chest and flank fullness, alternating chills and fever.
(Half exterior and half interior syndrome)
Nausea, dry heaving, poor appetite, irritability, and dry throat.
Thin white or yellow greasy tongue coating, wiry pulse; may present with fatigue and low energy.
(2) Internal and External Same Disease
External cold and internal dampness cause chills, fever, and body aches.
(1) External Cold and Internal Dampness
White greasy tongue coating, floating pulse; may present with cough and shortness of breath.
(2) External Cold and Internal Heat
External cold and internal heat cause chills, fever, and thirst.
Thin yellow tongue coating, rapid pulse; may present with irritability and insomnia.
(3) Both Internal and External Cold
Both internal and external cold cause chills, fever, and body aches.
Pale tongue, white coating, slow pulse; may present with fatigue and cold limbs.
(4) Both Internal and External Heat
Both internal and external heat cause fever, irritability, and thirst.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with dry mouth and constipation.
Summary of Internal Syndromes
Internal syndromes indicate deep invasion of pathogens; diseases affect the five organs and six bowels.
Qi, blood, and body fluids may be depleted; Yin may be exhausted, and Yang may collapse, leading to critical illness.
(1) Pathogenic Heat Obstructing the Lungs
Pathogenic heat obstructing the lungs causes cough, fever, and chest pain.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with yellow phlegm and difficulty breathing.
(2) Internal Heat Excess
Internal heat excess causes high fever, irritability, and thirst.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with dry mouth and constipation.
(3) Heat Binding the Stomach and Intestines
Heat binding the stomach and intestines causes abdominal pain, fever, and constipation.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with dry mouth and thirst.
(4) Damp Heat Obstructing the Spleen
Damp heat obstructing the spleen causes abdominal fullness, fever, and poor appetite.
Yellow greasy tongue coating, rapid pulse; may present with loose stools and fatigue.
(5) Fever with Bitter Taste
Fever with bitter taste causes fever, irritability, and abdominal pain.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with nausea and vomiting.
(6) Bladder Damp Heat
Bladder damp heat causes burning urination, urgency, and frequency.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with fever and abdominal pain.
(7) Damp Heat Dysentery
Damp heat dysentery causes abdominal pain, diarrhea, and blood in stools.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with fever and urgency.
(8) High Fever Disturbing the Heart
High fever disturbing the heart causes high fever, sweating, and irritability.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with confusion and agitation.
(9) Heat Scorching Yin Blood
Heat scorching yin blood causes high fever, irritability, and thirst.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with skin rashes and bleeding.
(10) Heat Invading the Pericardium
Heat invading the pericardium causes confusion, high fever, and irritability.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with fainting and agitation.
(11) Blood Heat Causing Wind
Blood heat causing wind leads to high fever, confusion, and agitation.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with convulsions and tremors.
(12) Yin Deficiency Causing Wind
Yin deficiency causing wind leads to confusion, dizziness, and irritability.
Red tongue, little moisture, thin and rapid pulse; may present with night sweats and dry mouth.
(13) Heat and Blood Stasis
Heat and blood stasis cause abdominal pain, constipation, and irritability.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with dark spots and varicose veins.
(14) Heat Excess Causing Blood Loss
Heat excess causing blood loss leads to high fever, irritability, and bleeding.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with skin rashes and bleeding.
(15) Heat Collapse Syndrome
Heat collapse syndrome causes high fever, cold limbs, and fainting.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with confusion and agitation.
(16) Worm Infestation Syndrome
Worm infestation syndrome causes abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Red tongue, yellow coating, rapid pulse; may present with diarrhea and weight loss.
(17) Yin Exhaustion Syndrome
Yin exhaustion syndrome causes weakness, dizziness, and confusion.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with fatigue and low energy.
(18) Yang Collapse Syndrome
Yang collapse syndrome causes cold limbs, weakness, and fainting.
Pale tongue, weak pulse; may present with confusion and low energy.
Conclusion: Key Points of Diagnosis and Treatment
Heart and small intestine diseases require nourishing heart blood and Qi.
Yin tonics and Yang tonics are essential for heart nourishment.
Heart fire rising requires clearing heat and promoting blood flow.
Yang deficiency requires warming Yang and restoring balance.
Loss of Yang requires emergency treatment with ginseng and supportive herbs.
Phlegm fire disturbing the heart requires clearing phlegm and calming the heart.
Small intestine heat requires clearing heat and promoting urination.
Liver and Gallbladder Diseases
Liver qi stagnation requires soothing the liver and promoting qi flow.
Liver blood deficiency requires nourishing the liver and promoting blood flow.
Liver fire rising requires clearing heat and calming the liver.
Blood deficiency causing wind requires nourishing blood and calming the liver.
Liver and gallbladder damp heat requires clearing dampness and promoting digestion.
Cold stagnation in the liver requires warming the liver and promoting qi flow.
Spleen and Stomach Diseases
Spleen qi deficiency requires nourishing qi and promoting digestion.
Spleen yang deficiency requires warming the spleen and promoting digestion.
Damp heat in the spleen requires clearing dampness and promoting digestion.
Spleen deficiency with edema requires promoting urination and reducing swelling.
Stomach yin deficiency requires nourishing the stomach and promoting digestion.
Food stagnation in the stomach requires promoting digestion and relieving pain.
Qi stagnation in the stomach requires soothing the stomach and promoting digestion.
Stomach fire excess requires clearing heat and promoting digestion.
Lung and Large Intestine Diseases
Wind heat invading the lungs requires clearing heat and promoting lung function.
Wind cold binding the lungs requires warming the lungs and promoting qi flow.
Phlegm obstructing the lungs requires clearing phlegm and promoting lung function.
Lung qi deficiency requires nourishing qi and promoting lung function.
Lung yin deficiency requires nourishing yin and promoting lung function.
Large intestine cold dampness requires warming the intestines and promoting digestion.
Large intestine damp heat requires clearing heat and promoting digestion.
Intestinal abscess requires clearing heat and promoting digestion.
Kidney and Bladder Diseases
Kidney yin deficiency requires nourishing yin and promoting kidney function.
Kidney yang deficiency requires warming yang and promoting kidney function.
Kidney qi not firm requires nourishing qi and promoting kidney function.
Kidney not containing qi requires nourishing qi and promoting kidney function.
Kidney deficiency with water overflow requires promoting urination and reducing swelling.
Kidney essence deficiency requires nourishing essence and promoting kidney function.
Bladder yang deficiency requires warming the bladder and promoting urination.
Bladder damp heat requires clearing heat and promoting urination.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Qi, Blood, and Body Fluids
(Qi)
Qi deficiency requires nourishing qi and promoting energy.
Qi sinking requires promoting qi and restoring balance.
Qi stagnation requires soothing qi and promoting flow.
(Blood)
Blood deficiency requires nourishing blood and promoting circulation.
Blood stasis requires promoting circulation and relieving pain.
Blood heat requires clearing heat and promoting circulation.
(Body Fluids)
Body fluid deficiency requires nourishing fluids and promoting hydration.
Water retention requires promoting urination and reducing swelling.
Phlegm and Fluid Diseases
Wind phlegm requires clearing phlegm and promoting lung function.
Cold phlegm requires warming the lungs and promoting qi flow.
Heat phlegm requires clearing heat and promoting lung function.
Dry phlegm requires nourishing fluids and promoting lung function.
Damp phlegm requires clearing dampness and promoting digestion.
Phlegm fluid requires promoting urination and reducing swelling.
Suspended fluid requires promoting urination and reducing swelling.
Overflowing fluid requires promoting urination and reducing swelling.
Stagnant fluid requires promoting digestion and relieving pain.
External Pathogenic Heat Diseases Treatment
Wind cold requires dispersing wind and promoting sweating.
Wind heat requires clearing heat and promoting lung function.
Cold dampness requires warming the body and promoting digestion.
Heat dampness requires clearing heat and promoting digestion.
Dryness requires nourishing fluids and promoting hydration.
Intermediary syndromes require balancing internal and external symptoms.
Internal heat requires clearing heat and promoting digestion.
Damp heat requires clearing dampness and promoting digestion.
Yin deficiency requires nourishing yin and promoting hydration.
Yang deficiency requires warming yang and promoting energy.
Heat collapse requires emergency treatment and supportive care.
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