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In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), observation (wang zhen) is the first of the four diagnostic methods, emphasizing its importance as stated, “To know by observation is called spirit (shen).” This highlights the significance of observation in TCM. This article will introduce gynecological observation from three aspects: observing the shape and color, tongue coating, and the … Read more
Observation (Wang Zhen) refers to the physician’s assessment of a patient’s condition through visual inspection. The content of observation includes a general assessment of the overall condition of the body, such as observing the spirit and complexion; and a focused assessment of specific areas, such as examining the orifices, identifying rashes, checking urination and defecation, … Read more
Interpretation of Whole Body and Local Observation in TCMObservation (望诊) is a method used by physicians to visually examine changes in the patient’s entire body, local areas, and excretions to assess the condition of the illness. The content emphasized in TCM observation mainly involves observing the color, shape, and dynamics of the observed object. Whether … Read more
Facial 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: observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation. A healthy person’s face should be clean, with a rosy and shiny complexion. Newborns typically have clean faces; however, as time passes and … Read more
1. Observation of the Eyes in Diagnosis: The essence and energy of the five zang organs and six fu organs are reflected in the eyes. If the spleen qi is deficient, yang will decline, failing to contain yin, causing the spirit light to scatter outward, leading to a wide appearance of the spirit water, making … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) observation diagnosis is one of the four diagnostic methods in TCM (observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation). It is an important component of TCM diagnostics, which involves observing the patient’s overall appearance, complexion, tongue presentation, as well as changes in the skin and facial features to understand the nature, severity, and prognosis … Read more
Introduction: Wang Zhen (望诊) refers to the practice of using visual observation by the physician to assess all visible signs of the human body and excretions to understand health or disease status. The content of Wang Zhen mainly includes observing the spirit, color, shape, posture, tongue appearance, collaterals, skin, and the five sense organs, as … Read more
1. Comprehensive Guide to Holographic Observation 1 Through facial color diagnosis 1. Yellow: Indicates potential issues with the Pi Wei (Spleen and Stomach) and digestive system; 2. White: Indicates potential issues with the Fei (Lungs) and respiratory system; 3. Red: Indicates potential issues with the Xin Nao (Heart and Brain) and cardiovascular system; 4. Blue: … Read more
Observation diagnosis mainly includes the following aspects: Observing the patient’s mental state and posture to understand their constitution and the severity of their condition.Facial color diagnosis: Changes in facial color can reflect internal organ diseases, with the five colors—blue, red, yellow, white, and black—corresponding to different organs and conditions.Tongue diagnosis: Observing the tongue’s color, shape, … Read more
Click above to read the classics of acupuncture To learn acupuncture, we must understand the basic concepts of ‘pulse’ (脉), ‘meridians’ (经), and ‘collaterals’ (络). Many people know these concepts superficially but do not understand their deeper meanings. Therefore, Professor Li traces back to the origins and analyzes the relevant content from a philological perspective … Read more