In traditional Chinese health concepts, it is believed that good health practices not only require living in harmony with nature but also emphasize the importance of maintaining emotional well-being. Often, we may indulge in our lifestyle habits occasionally, such as staying up late for a day or two or enjoying barbecued spicy food. If these … Read more
The deep pulse (沉脉, Chen Mai) has two meanings, similar to the floating pulse (浮脉, Fu Mai): one is a conceptual location. Any pulse that can only be felt by pressing down to the bones, regardless of its size, speed, strength, or weakness, is termed deep; the other refers to the deep pulse as a … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) considers liver qi stagnation (gan yu qi zhi) to be an abnormal manifestation, which can present with various symptoms. Firstly, there may be abdominal distension and pain, along with an inability to control personal emotions. If not effectively managed, this can lead to rib pain, and there may also be noticeable … 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
The phlegm-damp constitution refers to a condition where the functions of the internal organs are disordered, leading to the dysfunction of qi, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of water and dampness, which transforms into phlegm and manifests as phlegm-dampness within the body. This condition is often characterized by obesity, fullness in the … Read more
[Syndrome Differentiation] Chapter Two: Syndrome Differentiation of Disease Nature Section Five: Simultaneous Disease of Qi and Blood Lecture 35: Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis Syndrome Question: What is Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis syndrome? Answer: It refers to a syndrome where both Qi stagnation and Blood stasis coexist. The obstruction of Qi flow leads to … Read more