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Definitions and Content of Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Definitions and Content of Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Observation Diagnosis Observation Diagnosis is a method of diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that primarily infers internal changes in the body through the observation of certain external characteristics and excretions to diagnose conditions and determine appropriate treatments. It includes the following aspects: 　　 (1) Observation of External Characteristics The term “external characteristics of the … Read more

Understanding Tongue Diagnosis in TCM

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Understanding Tongue Diagnosis in TCM

The tongue is a window to health, as its appearance can reflect a person’s health status. It is often said that “the tongue is a mirror of the body’s health.” Through this window, ordinary people can monitor their physical condition in a timely manner, allowing for prompt medical attention! In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there … Read more

A Comprehensive Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis (Collection)

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A Comprehensive Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis (Collection)

Introduction: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), observation, listening, questioning, and pulse-taking are essential. Observing the patient’s body shape, color, posture, etc., provides the physician with firsthand information. Observation is crucial! First, here are two verses: Kidney deficiency leads to dark circles, Lung heat shows red tips, Liver excess results in red eyes, Cold cough shows … Read more

The Importance of Facial Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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The Importance of Facial Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Editor’s Introduction The “Nanjing” states: “To know by observation is called spirit.” This emphasizes the importance of facial diagnosis in the process of diagnosing and treating diseases in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The “Danxi Heart Method” states: “What is within must manifest externally.” Through facial diagnosis, TCM practitioners can understand the internal state of the … Read more

TCM Diagnosis | Observation Diagnosis – Observing Excretions

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TCM Diagnosis | Observation Diagnosis - Observing Excretions

TCM Diagnosis – Observation Diagnosis Local observation diagnosis is based on the overall observation diagnosis, where specific local characteristics of the patient are observed in detail according to the condition and diagnostic needs, to assess the corresponding organ pathology. Today we will learn how to assess and diagnose conditions through the observation of excretions. Observing … Read more

Understanding the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation (Wang Zhen)

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Understanding the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation (Wang Zhen)

II. The Four Diagnostic Methods The Four Diagnostic Methods refer to the basic techniques of observing, listening, questioning, and palpation used to diagnose diseases. The human body is an organic whole, and the physiological or pathological state of the entire body and internal organs will inevitably reflect on the five senses, limbs, and surface of … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis: Observation of Spirit

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis: Observation of Spirit

TCM Diagnosis • Observation Diagnosis Whole Body Observation Diagnosis 【Meaning】 Also known as holistic observation diagnosis, it is a method where the physician first observes the patient’s spirit, complexion, body shape, posture, and other overall manifestations to understand the overall condition of the disease. 【Significance】 Through observation, one can gain a general impression of the … Read more

The Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation

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The Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation

The four diagnostic methods are the primary means of collecting clinical data, which requires objectivity, accuracy, systematic approach, comprehensiveness, and emphasis on key points. This necessitates the use of “four diagnostics in combination,” “four diagnostics given equal weight,” and “four diagnostics referenced together.” The Four Diagnostics Observation refers to observing the complexion Listening refers to … Read more

Understanding Facial Diagnosis, Tongue Diagnosis, and Hand Diagnosis (Recommended for Collection)

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Understanding Facial Diagnosis, Tongue Diagnosis, and Hand Diagnosis (Recommended for Collection)

Wang Zhen (Observation Diagnosis) is a part of the essence of TCM theory developed over thousands of years, and is one of the four diagnostic methods in TCM: “Wang, Wen, Wen, Qie”. A healthy person’s face should be clean, with a rosy and shiny complexion. Newborns typically have clean faces; however, as they grow older … Read more

Comprehensive Observation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Comprehensive Observation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Comprehensive observation primarily involves assessing the patient’s overall appearance, including complexion and demeanor, to form a general understanding of the nature of the illness, such as cold or heat, deficiency or excess, and the severity of the condition. Observation of Shen (Spirit) Shen, in a broad sense, refers to the external manifestation of life activities … Read more