Pulse Diagnosis
Tongue Diagnosis
Face & Body Signs
In ancient dramas, whenever there is a scene of seeing a doctor, the first thing the doctor does upon entering is almost always ↓ ↓ ↓ That’s right, it’s taking the pulse! Infected with wind-cold? First, take the pulse. Poisoned? First, take the pulse. Wondering if there is joy? First, take the pulse. Dizzy and … 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 them to extend their arm and begin to take their pulse. Many people may wonder, is pulse diagnosis the only method for diagnosing in TCM? The answer … 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 them to extend their arm and begin to take their pulse. Many people may wonder, is pulse diagnosis the only method for diagnosing in TCM? The answer is … Read more
Phlegm is the mucus expelled by the lungs and airways. Thick and turbid phlegm is termed tan (痰), while clear and thin phlegm is referred to as yin (饮). Both are considered tangible forms of phlegm. The formation of phlegm is primarily due to the disharmony of the organs’ qi and blood, as well as … Read more
The Olfactory Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine—Sweat Odor Normal human sweat does not have a strong irritating odor; it is a metabolic product of physiological activities, formed by the evaporation of yang qi (阳气) and body fluids. In pathological conditions, sweat can also be a pathway for evil qi (邪气) to exit the body. Due … Read more
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