“Inquiry is a method by which doctors purposefully ask patients or their companions to understand the condition of the illness. It is one of the fundamental methods of diagnosing diseases in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The Neijing has long recorded many specific contents of inquiry, such as in Suwen: Sanbu Jiuhou Lun, which states: ‘One … Read more
Click the above“blue text” to follow us! Through wènzhěn (consultation) we can systematically collect patient history data which is the primary means of gathering medical history and a fundamental skill that clinical practitioners must master. Consultation is also an important opportunity for doctor-patient communication and establishing a good doctor-patient relationship. Next, let’s take a closer … Read more
The foundation of clinical medicine is diagnostics. Accurate diagnosis is essential for effective treatment (though not necessarily completely effective, as follow-up and individualized safe and effective treatment plans are needed). However, if the diagnosis is incorrect, effective treatment is impossible.The basis of diagnostics is symptomatology, and obtaining symptoms (the patient’s complaints of discomfort) can only … Read more
In the written examination for practicing physicians, the subject of diagnosis is a key focus throughout the exam, making it quite challenging to master. The knowledge points of auscultation and olfaction are complex and provide a foundation for differential diagnosis. The teacher has compiled a summary of 20 key points for students to pay attention … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Listening with a Clean Ear, Hearing the Heart’s Voice Listening encompasses both hearing sounds and smelling odors. Physicians assess the nature and location of diseases by listening to the patient’s sounds, such as coughing, breathing, and speech, as well as by smelling body odors and excretions. During the listening … Read more
1. Eyes 1Symptoms around the eyes Swelling of the eyelids indicates reduced function of internal organs (kidneys, gastrointestinal, heart) leading to fluid retention in the body. Wrinkles below the eyes are a sign of aging. Sunken eye sockets indicate excessive consumption of body energy. White inner eyelids may suggest anemia. Yellowish-white spots on the eyelids … Read more
Local observation diagnosis also includes the observation of the body, limbs, and skin. Observation of the Body The observation of the body includes the examination of the neck, chest, abdomen, waist, back, and the anterior and posterior genital areas. 1. Observation of the Neck: The neck connects the head and the trunk, with the front … Read more