Understanding the Concepts of Xu (Deficiency), Shi (Excess), Han (Cold), and Re (Heat) in TCM

Understanding the Concepts of Xu (Deficiency), Shi (Excess), Han (Cold), and Re (Heat) in TCM

XuShiHanRe What are they and what are their characteristics? The four seasons of Yin and Yang are the foundation of all things. Thus, the sage nurtures Yang in spring and summer, and nurtures Yin in autumn and winter, to follow its roots, therefore, they rise and fall with the growth of all things. To go … Read more

Abdominal Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Abdominal Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Abdominal diagnosis, also known as abdominal palpation, is a part of the diagnostic process in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is aimed at determining the condition of deficiency or excess to guide treatment strategies, differing from modern medical examinations that focus on the morphology of organs or the presence of tumors. However, it is essential … Read more