What is Qi Deficiency Constitution
Qi deficiency constitution refers to a condition where the functions of the body’s organs are disordered, leading to insufficient generation of Qi, which results in manifestations of Qi deficiency.
Qi deficiency constitution is often caused by insufficient congenital endowment, long-term dietary imbalance, emotional disturbances, prolonged illness, fatigue, and aging, which can lead to damage to the functions of the heart, lungs, spleen, and kidneys. Since the heart governs blood vessels, the lungs govern Qi throughout the body, the kidneys store original Qi, and the spleen and stomach are the “source of Qi generation and transformation,” Qi deficiency constitution can easily lead to reduced blood circulation, insufficient generation of Qi within the body, and a decline in the body’s ability to defend against external pathogens, protect the skin, and maintain the functional positions of the internal organs.
Common manifestations include a weak voice, thin or slightly overweight body, pale complexion, shortness of breath, reluctance to speak, lack of energy, fatigue, spontaneous sweating, especially upon exertion, a pale red tongue with tooth marks on the edges, white coating, and a weak pulse. Symptoms may vary depending on the specific organs affected by Qi deficiency.
Predisposition to illness: prone to colds, organ prolapse, generally weak resistance, and slow recovery after illness.
The general treatment principle is to tonify and nourish Qi, while also differentiating based on the specific organs involved and selecting appropriate herbal formulas to tonify the Qi of those organs. According to the theory of the shared origin of Qi and blood, appropriate blood-nourishing herbs may also be added.
Characteristics of Qi Deficiency Constitution
Overall characteristics: Insufficient original Qi, with fatigue, shortness of breath, and spontaneous sweating as the main features of Qi deficiency.
Physical characteristics: Soft and weak muscles.
Common manifestations: Generally weak voice, shortness of breath, reluctance to speak, easy fatigue, lack of energy, tendency to sweat, pale red tongue with tooth marks on the edges, and weak pulse.
Psychological characteristics: Introverted personality, dislike of risk-taking.
Predisposition to illness: prone to colds, organ prolapse, etc.; slow recovery after illness.
Adaptability to external environmental conditions: intolerant to wind, cold, heat, and dampness.
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