Traditional Chinese Medicine| Opinions may be controversial, content is for reference only Written by | Anonymous Edited by | Zichu 04 Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach, Regulating Diet, Promoting Qi Flow Qi Stagnation Stomach Pain Symptoms and Signs Core Symptoms Detailed Description Worsening pain with anger, severe pain after eating Stomach pain worsens after anger … Read more
Xian pulse is a common pulse pattern in clinical practice, often associated with external pathogens indicating a Shaoyang syndrome. In cases of internal injury and miscellaneous diseases, it frequently indicates liver qi stagnation, internal wind, liver fire, damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder, phlegm syndrome, and fluid retention. In summary, it is predominantly associated with … Read more
Common Chinese patent medicines for liver qi stagnation: Chai Hu Shu Gan San (Bupleurum Liver-Soothing Powder) has the effects of invigorating blood, relieving pain, and soothing the liver and regulating qi. It can effectively improve symptoms caused by liver qi stagnation, such as pain in the hypochondrium, emotional depression, irritability, belching, abdominal distension, and wiry … Read more
In this great era, I have the opportunity to connect with many patients on WeChat, helping them overcome their health issues, which is the greatest comfort for me as a doctor. —— Teacher Li Liver Qi Stagnation Syndrome (Gan Yu Qi Zhi Zheng) Discussing Liver Qi Stagnation Syndrome How to identify Liver Qi Stagnation Syndrome? … Read more
01 Xiao Yao Wan (Xiao Yao Pills) 【Prescription Composition】Chai Hu (Bupleurum), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis), Bai Shao (White Peony), Chao Bai Zhu (Fried Atractylodes), Fu Ling (Poria), Zhi Gan Cao (Honey-fried Licorice), Bo He (Mint), Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger). 【Functions and Indications】Soothes the liver, strengthens the spleen, nourishes the blood, and regulates menstruation. It is … Read more
Yes, today we are going to discuss Liver Qi stagnation. Why? Because in the comments section, many friends have reported issues such as insomnia with vivid dreams, constipation, abdominal distension, and even a sensation of a foreign body in the throat, all of which are often linked to Liver Qi stagnation during diagnosis. So today … Read more
1. A netizen, Jie Mu, consulted: Recently, I have been feeling uncomfortable with bloating in my stomach. I haven’t eaten much, yet my stomach feels distended and sometimes it hurts so much that I feel pain in my ribs. Occasionally, I also experience acid reflux and I am hesitant to eat, as I can hardly … Read more
It is well known that anger can harm the liver, and everyone has experienced bouts of anger. Over time, this can lead to liver qi stagnation (gan qi yu jie). Also known as liver depression (gan yu), liver qi stagnation is a common condition, particularly prevalent among women. Therefore, it is essential to understand how … Read more
Liver Qi Stagnation, also known as Liver Qi Constraint (gan qi yu jie), is often caused by emotional stress, depression, and anger that harms the liver. The pathology manifests as Qi stagnation in certain areas of the body, leading to symptoms such as distension and pain. If phlegm and Qi are mutually constrained, or if … Read more
The liver is a very important organ in our body for detoxification. If people often experience anger and depression, it can harm the liver. This leads to a condition known as “Liver Qi Stagnation” (gan yu qi zhi), which is a term used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Today, we will explore what Liver Qi … Read more