Facial Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Facial Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Facial Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) (Abbreviated as Facial Diagnosis) To know by observation is called “Shen”. ​ The diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can be summarized in four characters: “Wang, Wen, Wen, Qie” (Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation). Facial Diagnosis involves observing the characteristics of various parts of the face to identify … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to Observation Diagnosis in TCM

Comprehensive Guide to Observation Diagnosis in TCM

Observation Diagnosis 1. Observing Spirit The severity of the condition relies on observing the spirit; calmness indicates a yin condition, while agitation suggests a yang condition. Blood deficiency and fluid loss often lead to confusion; dullness and depression are signs of emotional distress. Restlessness and exhaustion indicate a depletion of qi; heat in the heart … Read more

Clinical TCM: Gynecological Diagnosis

Clinical TCM: Gynecological Diagnosis

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

A Comprehensive Guide to Pediatric Observation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

A Comprehensive Guide to Pediatric Observation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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 TCM

Interpretation of Whole Body and Local Observation in TCM

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

Comprehensive Guide to Holographic Observation Diagnosis (Recommended for Collection)

Comprehensive Guide to Holographic Observation Diagnosis (Recommended for Collection)

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

Traditional Chinese Medicine Observation Diagnosis

Traditional Chinese Medicine Observation Diagnosis

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

Essential Observations in TCM Diagnosis

Essential Observations in TCM Diagnosis

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

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis

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

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

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

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