Pulse Diagnosis
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Weekly Insights In ancient times, physicians focused on the heart; when the heart is right, the medicine is true. —— Ming Dynasty, Feng Menglong, “Warnings to the World” Enjoy a cup of fragrant tea, calm your mind, and read a medical book to understand the principles of civilization. Let’s delve into the world of medical … Read more
【嗅气味】 (Olfactory Diagnosis) 1. 口气 (Halitosis) indicates disharmony of stomach qi (stomach heat, food stagnation, etc.), dental caries, poor oral hygiene, or ulcerative lesions. 2. 汗气 (Sweat Odor) with a fishy smell often indicates the accumulation of wind-damp-heat evil in the skin. 3. 痰 (Phlegm) coughing up turbid phlegm with pus and blood, having a … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinics, it is common to see the following scenario: as soon as a patient enters and sits down, the doctor will ask you to extend your arm and then begin to take your pulse. Many people may wonder, is pulse diagnosis the only method for diagnosing in TCM? The answer … Read more
↑ Click the above 【Health Preservation Path】 to follow us ↑ Abstract: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), diagnosis involves the four methods of observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation. The method of listening includes both auditory and olfactory assessments, utilizing sound and the various odors emitted by the patient’s body to infer the nature of the … Read more
The “Four Diagnostic Methods” (望闻问切, wàng wén wèn qiè) in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of the fundamental approaches for syndrome differentiation and treatment. It primarily involves observation, listening, inquiry, and pulse diagnosis to gather information about the patient’s condition, allowing practitioners to determine the nature, stage of development, and treatment plan for the … Read more
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) use auditory diagnosis to treat illness? TCM is a unique method of treating diseases that has developed over a long history, accumulating extensive experience in treating various ailments, which can be said to have very effective results. Now, let’s explore how TCM employs auditory diagnosis to treat illnesses. Sound … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory can only demonstrate its value through practice. Practice without theoretical guidance is blind and cannot lead to independent development and innovation. In clinical practice, the integration of theory and practice requires a long process of accumulation and repeated exploration to achieve a comprehensive understanding, transforming into practical knowledge and diagnostic … Read more
Hello everyone, welcome to “Learning TCM from the Beginning.” I am Sun Jie from the Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University. Today, we will continue to learn about the olfactory diagnosis in TCM. Using the nose to detect odors includes smelling the patient’s body odor and the odor of the examination room. Of … Read more
1. Causes of Sighing A. Lung Qi DeficiencyB. Insufficient Lung QiC. Spleen Qi DeficiencyD. Liver Qi StagnationE. Kidney Failing to Receive Qi 2. Causes to Consider for Nocturnal Crying in ChildrenA. Fear as a DiseaseB. Heat in the Heart ChannelC. Heat in the Spleen ChannelD. Cold in the Spleen Causing Abdominal Pain 3. Causes of … Read more
The Olfactory Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Analysis of Vomit Vomit originates from the stomach and is caused by the reversal of stomach qi. Under normal physiological conditions, the stomach functions by descending, allowing food and drink to be processed. If the stomach loses its harmony and descent, stomach qi will reverse, leading to the … Read more