Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis – Observation Diagnosis Observing Color Today we will learn about the second part of whole-body observation diagnosis – observing color. Color refers to the hue and luster. Observing color involves examining the changes in skin color across the patient’s body, primarily focusing on the changes in facial skin color to assess … Read more
Facial Observation in TCM The various parts of the face correspond to different organs, forming the basis of facial observation in TCM. The combination of color and location further enhances the understanding of the patient’s condition. The facial regions corresponding to the organs are classified according to the “Lingshu: Five Colors” as follows: Nose … Read more
Outline of the Ten Methods of Observation In general, observation diagnosis begins with the division of body parts, followed by the observation of complexion. To understand the subtlety of the five colors, one must know the outline of the ten methods. The ten methods are: floating, sinking, clear, turbid, subtle, intense, scattered, gathered, moist, and … Read more
Observation diagnosis (望诊) is the most intuitive and straightforward method among the four diagnostic methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The “Nanjing – Difficulty 61” describes observation diagnosis: “To know by observation is called spirit (神),” highlighting the importance of observation in diagnosing diseases. Observation diagnosis is divided into general observation, local observation, observation of … Read more
Facial Diagnosis 1. Spots on the eyelids: Indicate hormonal imbalance or intrauterine congestion, irregular menstruation, or gynecological fibroids. 2. Spots at the outer corners of the eyes: Suggest decreased thyroid function, poor organ oxygenation, low psychological resilience, and sensitive skin. 3. Swelling of the eyelids due to spleen deficiency: Indicates kidney deficiency, dark eye bags, … Read more
The correspondence between the Five Elements (五行) and Five Colors (五色), and their relation to the Five Organs (五脏).
Source: National Committee for the Approval of Scientific and Technological Terms 望诊 (Wang Zhen) Inspection Diagnosis Definition: A diagnostic method that uses visual observation of the patient’s spirit, color, shape, state, tongue appearance, excretions, and children’s fingerprints to understand the condition of the illness. Discipline: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) _ Diagnosis _ Diagnostic Methods Related … Read more
Interpretation of Whole Body and Local Observation in TCMObservation (望诊) is a method used by physicians to visually examine changes in the patient’s entire body, local areas, and excretions to assess the condition of the illness. The content emphasized in TCM observation mainly involves observing the color, shape, and dynamics of the observed object. Whether … Read more
Taiji Luo Wanxiang The theory of the Five Elements (Wu Xing) is an important part of traditional Chinese culture and is closely related to colors. The Five Elements, namely Metal (Jin), Wood (Mu), Water (Shui), Fire (Huo), and Earth (Tu), each correspond to specific colors. These colors are not only visual representations but also contain … Read more
The Correspondence of the Five Elements in the Zhou Yi Five Elements: Metal (Jin), Wood (Mu), Water (Shui), Fire (Huo), Earth (Tu) The Five Elements are interrelated through generation and overcoming. Generation: Wood generates Fire, Fire generates Earth, Earth generates Metal, Metal generates Water, Water generates Wood; this represents development. Overcoming: Wood overcomes Earth, Earth … Read more