Understanding the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation

Understanding the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation

Official Account: Dalian Friendship HospitalVirtue, Benevolence, Sincerity, AspirationFriendship Science Popularization In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) outpatient clinics, it is common to see patients immediately extending their arms upon entering, saying, “Doctor, please take my pulse and see what illness I have.” Is TCM diagnosis solely reliant on pulse-taking? The answer is no; this is a … Read more

Essence Illustrated Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis (Eyes, Mouth, Tongue, Nose, Face, Teeth, Fingers)

Essence Illustrated Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis (Eyes, Mouth, Tongue, Nose, Face, Teeth, Fingers)

Click 【Hand Diagnosis | Facial Diagnosis | Eye Diagnosis | Mouth Diagnosis】Did you know?   Eyes:   1. Symptoms around the eyes   Eyelid swelling — Reduced function of internal organs (kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, heart) leading to water retention in the body.   Dark circles — When blood contains excessive waste, it causes the area around the eyes to … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine Study Diary 1 | Observation Diagnosis (1)

Traditional Chinese Medicine Study Diary 1 | Observation Diagnosis (1)

Every morning at seven o’clock, we meet on time to study Traditional Chinese Medicine! The method of diagnosing diseases in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is commonly referred to as the Four Examinations, which includes observation (望, wàng), listening (闻, wén), inquiry (问, wèn), and palpation (切, qiè). This is abbreviated as “Four Examinations”. The application … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to Holographic Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Holographic Observation and Pulse Diagnosis Techniques

Comprehensive Guide to Holographic Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Holographic Observation and Pulse Diagnosis Techniques

For listeners who enjoy audiobooks, you can click below to listen to the audio. 1. Comprehensive Guide to Holographic Observation 1 Through facial color diagnosis 1. Yellow: Indicates potential issues with the spleen and stomach, and digestive system; 2. White: Indicates potential issues with the lungs and respiratory system; 3. Red: Indicates potential issues with … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis – Observation Diagnosis (Color Observation) (1.3)

Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis - Observation Diagnosis (Color Observation) (1.3)

Color Observation: Refers to the method of diagnosing a patient’s condition by observing the color and luster of the skin (mainly the face). ​​ (1) Principles of Facial Color Diagnosis • The face has abundant blood vessels, reflecting the qi and blood of the internal organs. The deficiency or excess of the internal organs can … Read more

Facial Diagnosis Tutorial by Traditional Chinese Medicine Expert

Facial Diagnosis Tutorial by Traditional Chinese Medicine Expert

Facial Diagnosis is a part of the essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory developed over thousands of years, and is one of the four diagnostic methods in TCM: observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation. A healthy person’s face should be clean, with a rosy and lustrous complexion. Newborns typically have clean faces; however, as time … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine Observation Diagnosis

Traditional Chinese Medicine Observation Diagnosis

1. Eyes 1Symptoms around the eyes Swelling of the eyelids indicates reduced function of internal organs (kidneys, gastrointestinal, heart) leading to fluid retention in the body. Wrinkles below the eyes are a sign of aging. Sunken eye sockets indicate excessive consumption of body energy. White inner eyelids may suggest anemia. Yellowish-white spots on the eyelids … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis

Absolutely comprehensive guide to observation diagnosis, unparalleled!!! Shen Kui (Kidney Deficiency) leads to dark circles under the eyes, Fei Re (Lung Heat) results in red eyes, Gan Sheng (Liver Excess) causes red eyes, Han Chuan (Cold Cough) leads to dark cheeks, Feng Lan (Wind Blue) results in white eyes, Tan Shi (Phlegm Damp) leads to … Read more

Common Diagnostic Methods for Warm Diseases in TCM (Observation Diagnosis)

Common Diagnostic Methods for Warm Diseases in TCM (Observation Diagnosis)

01 Observation of TeethTeeth Moisture and Dryness Glossy and Dry: The surface of the teeth is dry but retains a shine—indicating Stomach Heat injuring fluids, with Kidney Yin not yet exhausted. Dry as Bone: The surface of the teeth is dry and lacks luster—indicating Kidney Yin depletion. Teeth Dry and Black: The teeth are dry … Read more

Understanding TCM Observation Diagnosis: A Guide for Everyone

Understanding TCM Observation Diagnosis: A Guide for Everyone

Click on the top“Herbal Medicine Handbook”, then click“Follow” Learn to identify Chinese herbs and gain comprehensive knowledge about them. 1. Eyes 1. Symptoms around the eyes Swollen eyelids indicate reduced function of internal organs (kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, heart) leading to fluid retention in the body. Wrinkles below the eyes are a sign of aging. Sunken … Read more