exterior syndrome

The Application of Exterior-Interior Differentiation in Clinical Practice

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The Application of Exterior-Interior Differentiation in Clinical Practice

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is characterized by two main principles: a holistic perspective and the differentiation of syndromes for treatment. Among the various methods of syndrome differentiation, such as the “Eight Principles”, “Six Meridians”, “Zang-Fu”, “Wei-Qi-Ying-Xue”, and “San Jiao”, the “Eight Principles” serve as the foundation for all other differentiations. The content of the Eight … Read more

Differentiation of Exterior and Interior Syndromes in Traditional Chinese Medicine (8th Edition)

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Differentiation of Exterior and Interior Syndromes in Traditional Chinese Medicine (8th Edition)

The differentiation of exterior and interior syndromes is a method for identifying the location of disease, the severity of the condition, and the trend of the disease. It focuses on distinguishing between internal and external disease locations and the depth of the disease. The skin, muscles, and meridians are considered external (biao), while the five … Read more

Understanding the Concepts of Exterior and Interior Syndromes in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding the Concepts of Exterior and Interior Syndromes in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Clickthe blue textto follow us Discussion on Master-Disciple Relationships Exterior and Interior Syndromes, are among the earliest concepts encountered by students of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Initially, it may seem confusing, but over time, it becomes increasingly overlooked, and the concepts of exterior and interior become more and more blurred. Today, let’s re-familiarize ourselves with … Read more

Essence of TCM Diagnostic Methods

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Essence of TCM Diagnostic Methods

Exterior and Interior Syndrome Differentiation The differentiation of exterior and interior refers to a method of identifying the location of the disease, whether it is internal or external, and the severity and depth of the condition. Exterior and interior are relative concepts. Generally speaking, the skin, muscles, and meridians are considered the exterior, and diseases … Read more

The Eight Principles: Exterior and Interior

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The Eight Principles: Exterior and Interior

ClickBlue↑FollowUs! The concept of exterior and interior is a guiding principle for distinguishing the location of diseases and the depth of their severity. It is a relative concept. In terms of the body structure and internal organs, the body structure is considered the exterior, while the internal organs are the interior; in terms of the … Read more

Daily Sharing 31 (2021.03.28) Abnormal Pulse Patterns – Deep Pulse

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Daily Sharing 31 (2021.03.28) Abnormal Pulse Patterns - Deep Pulse

(1) Characteristics of Deep Pulse “Insufficient when lifted, excessive when pressed.” The sensation of a deep pulse under the fingers is that the pulse is not obvious when taken superficially, but becomes increasingly pronounced with medium and deep pressure. The phrase from the “Pulse Classic” describes it succinctly: “Insufficient when lifted, excessive when pressed.” The … Read more

Understanding Floating Pulse: A Misinterpretation of Symptoms

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Understanding Floating Pulse: A Misinterpretation of Symptoms

Click the blue text to follow us. Let’s discuss the understanding of pulse diagnosis. However, we will not delve into lengthy theories, diagnostic methods, elements, or schools of thought; instead, we will share insights and personal experiences regarding the floating pulse. The definition of floating pulse in textbooks is as follows: it is easily felt … Read more

What is a Floating Pulse?

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What is a Floating Pulse?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the term “floating pulse” (fu mai) is frequently mentioned during pulse diagnosis. Many people notice a floating pulse when they have a cold. However, some individuals may not have a cold, yet the doctor still describes their pulse as floating. What does this mean? Today, let us learn about the … Read more