This class breaks down The weather is getting cooler, and with less irritability, one can quietly read and practice calligraphy. Recently, I seem to have gained some insights into ‘虚’ (Xu) and ‘实’ (Shi). This week, let’s discuss ‘虚’ and ‘实’. ‘虚’ is a large mound. The Kunlun mound is referred to as Kunlun Xu. … Read more
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
Xū (虚) refers to emptiness, derived from the character 虍 (hǔ, tiger skin) and 丘 (qiū, mound). The original meaning of Xū is a desolate area governed by a tiger (土, earth). The character 丘 represents two people fleeing back to back, symbolizing the discord of human hearts (土, heart). The character 虍 is composed … Read more
Xu (虚) and Shi (实) refer to the nature of pathological changes and are extremely important in differential diagnosis. Thus, Xu indicates supplementation, while Shi indicates purging, which are essential methods for diagnosis and treatment; supplementation leads to Shi, and purging leads to Xu, which are the inevitable results of accurate diagnosis and treatment. However, … Read more
1. Standards for Differentiating Xu and Shi The primary criterion for distinguishing between Xu (deficiency) and Shi (excess) is the pulse. A strong pulse indicates Shi, and one that is weak indicates Xu. The differentiation between Shi and Xu based on the strength of the pulse is very clear and accurate. In the context of … Read more
1. At the beginning of the consultation, patients often feel anxious due to unfamiliarity with the medical environment and fear of illness. The physician should actively create a relaxed and harmonious environment to alleviate the patient’s anxiety. It is important to protect the patient’s privacy. Ideally, the consultation should not begin in front of strangers. … Read more
Micro Learning Platform Recommended Reading Audience: 2016 Clinical Medicine, Acupuncture and Tuina, Rehabilitation Therapy Technology students Concurrent Learning Courses: “Diagnosis Ia (Basic Diagnostic Skills)”, “Fundamentals of Diagnosis”, “Overview of Clinical Medicine (Diagnosis)” Concurrent Learning Progress: Diagnosis | Inquiry (History Collection) Diagnosis | How Much Do You Know About Inquiry Techniques The methods and techniques of … Read more
TCM Diagnosis • Inquiry Overview 【Meaning】 Inquiry is a method by which the physician purposefully and systematically questions the patient or accompanying person to understand the occurrence, development, treatment process, current symptoms, and other disease-related situations, as a means of diagnosing the disease. 【Evolution】 The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) laid the foundation for … Read more
Consultation refers to the process and method of collecting various clinical data necessary for diagnosing diseases and identifying problems through questioning and conversation. It is also a process of interaction and communication between doctors and patients, establishing a positive doctor-patient relationship, and promoting cooperation. The quality of the consultation not only affects the completeness and … Read more
Abstract In clinical diagnosis and physical examination, the inquiry process is crucial. I know you are an expert, but extracting information from patients is not always an easy task. However, a higher quality inquiry requires attention to methods and techniques. What situations in inquiry are the most challenging? What details should be noted? Grasping the … Read more