Wang, wen, qie, wen (望闻切问) is the method of diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Color diagnosis (色诊) is a part of visual diagnosis (望诊). Observing the complexion and color is not only for doctors; we can also use it for self-examination. In Chinese culture, red and yellow are the primary colors. Each person has … Read more
ObservationalDiagnosisNotes Observation Diagnosis Concept of Observation Diagnosis The method by which doctors use visual observation of the patient’s overall and local manifestations, tongue appearance, and excretions to collect information about the condition. Principle of Observation Diagnosis The human body is an organic whole, where the heart governs, and the organs are central. Each part of … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the practice of observation, known as wang zhen (望诊), involves the purposeful examination of visible signs and excretions from the body to understand health or disease states. The content of wang zhen primarily includes observing the patient’s spirit, color, shape, posture, tongue appearance, pulse, skin, and the conditions of the … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory can only demonstrate its value through practice. Practice without theoretical guidance is blind and cannot lead to independent development and innovation. In clinical practice, the integration of theory and practice requires a long process of accumulation and repeated exploration to achieve a comprehensive understanding, transforming into practical knowledge and diagnostic … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the practitioner uses visual observation to purposefully examine all visible signs of the human body and its excretions to understand health or disease status, a practice known as wang zhen (望诊).The content of wang zhen mainly includes: observing the patient’s spirit, color, shape, posture, tongue appearance, pulse, skin, and the … Read more