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Qi Stagnation: Symptoms of Distension and Pain, Irritability, Phlegm, and Coughing – Treatment: Strengthening the Spleen, Smoothing the Liver, and Clearing the Lung and Stomach

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Qi Stagnation: Symptoms of Distension and Pain, Irritability, Phlegm, and Coughing - Treatment: Strengthening the Spleen, Smoothing the Liver, and Clearing the Lung and Stomach

The lungs govern the storage of Qi; all Qi within the organs and meridians is disseminated by the lungs. Qi is inherently clear and descending; when the heart fire turns right, it transforms into lung Qi. Once lung Qi is transformed, it has already nurtured the Yin spirit, thus its nature is clear, solemn, and … Read more

What is Qi Stagnation? Symptoms and How to Regulate It

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What is Qi Stagnation? Symptoms and How to Regulate It

In traditional medicine, there are many descriptions related to “Qi”. For example, we often mention “Qi deficiency”, “Qi sinking”, and “Qi stagnation”. Here, we will discuss a common issue that both young and elderly populations may frequently encounter: “Qi stagnation”. What is Qi Stagnation? In traditional medicine, “Qi” is viewed as a form of life … Read more

Understanding the Pathogenesis of Zang-Fu Disorders in TCM: Qi Stagnation

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Qi stagnation refers to the pathological change of qi not flowing smoothly, resulting in stagnation either throughout the body or in specific areas. The smooth flow of qi requires the liver qi to be properly regulated; generally, qi stagnation is related to the stagnation of liver qi. When the liver’s function of regulation is normal, … Read more

Understanding Qi Stagnation, Qi Depression, Qi Reversal, and Qi Sinking in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding Qi Stagnation, Qi Depression, Qi Reversal, and Qi Sinking in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Introduction: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the treatment of diseases focuses on regulating Qi (气), helping it to restore or return to the body’s natural functional state, in accordance with the activities of various organs. We know that Qi is a type of movement generated by the interaction of Yuan Yin (元阴) and Yuan Yang … Read more

Understanding Qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Qi Stagnation, Qi Reversal, Qi Sinking, Qi Closure, and Qi Collapse

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Understanding Qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Qi Stagnation, Qi Reversal, Qi Sinking, Qi Closure, and Qi Collapse

Abnormalities of Qi mainly include two aspects: one is insufficient generation or excessive consumption of Qi, leading to the pathological changes of Qi deficiency; the other is certain functional disorders of Qi and abnormal movement of Qi, resulting in pathological changes such as Qi stagnation, Qi reversal, Qi sinking, Qi closure, or Qi collapse. 1. … Read more

Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis: The Root of Many Illnesses!

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Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis: The Root of Many Illnesses!

Qi Stagnation Qi stagnation primarily results from emotional distress, phlegm, dampness, food accumulation, and blood stasis, which obstruct the flow of Qi, leading to local or systemic Qi stagnation and dysfunction of certain organs and meridians. When we feel emotionally unwell and cannot express it, we often feel a sense of Qi being “blocked.” We … Read more

Understanding Qi Stagnation: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment in TCM

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Understanding Qi Stagnation: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment in TCM

↑Click the blue text above to follow us Life is sustained by Qi, which is the material basis for all life activities. Qi is constantly undergoing self-renewal and replication through metabolic processes. It flows throughout the body, circulating in various organs and meridians, perpetually driving and stimulating various physiological activities. The movement of Qi is … Read more

Understanding Qi Stagnation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding Qi Stagnation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

What does Qi stagnation mean? When visiting a TCM practitioner for illness, the diagnosis may include “Qi stagnation.” So, what does Qi stagnation mean? Let’s take a closer look. What is Qi Stagnation? Qi stagnation is a term in TCM that refers to the obstruction of Qi flow in the organs and meridians. It can … Read more

Qi Stagnation in the Spleen

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Qi Stagnation in the Spleen

When the “Qi” in our body does not function properly, we become ill and uncomfortable. Qi stagnation refers to a pathological state where the flow of Qi is obstructed and stagnant. Qi stagnation is primarily caused by emotional distress, or by the obstruction of phlegm, dampness, food accumulation, heat, and blood stasis, which affects the … Read more

Symptoms of Qi Stagnation

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Symptoms of Qi Stagnation

Follow me — Discover something new every day What is Qi Stagnation? Qi stagnation refers to the impaired flow of Qi (气) within the body, where the Qi mechanism in a specific organ or area is obstructed, leading to various symptoms. This condition is often caused by emotional distress, internal pathogenic factors, or weakness of … Read more