Essential Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis

Observation diagnosis mainly includes the following aspects: Observing the patient’s mental state and posture to understand their constitution and the severity of their condition.Facial color diagnosis: Changes in facial color can reflect internal organ diseases, with the five colors—blue, red, yellow, white, and black—corresponding to different organs and conditions.Tongue diagnosis: Observing the color, shape, moisture, … Read more

The Classic of Observation Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Classic of Observation Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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

Traditional Chinese Medicine Observation Diagnosis

Traditional Chinese Medicine Observation Diagnosis

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

Observational Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Observational Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

ObservationalDiagnosisNotes Observation Diagnosis Concept of Observation Diagnosis The method by which doctors use visual observation of the patient’s overall and local manifestations, tongue appearance, and excretions to collect information about the condition. Principle of Observation Diagnosis The human body is an organic whole, where the heart governs, and the organs are central. Each part of … Read more

Understanding ‘Wang Zhen’ (Observation Diagnosis) Simplified by Teacher Wang Bobo

Understanding 'Wang Zhen' (Observation Diagnosis) Simplified by Teacher Wang Bobo

Teacher Wang Bobo provides practical exam preparation tips for 2018 licensed pharmacist candidates Hello everyone, I am Teacher Wang Bobo. Chapter Two of Comprehensive Chinese Medicine is the foundation of TCM diagnosis, which is a key focus of the exam every year. However, to score well on this section, one must memorize a large amount … Read more

Ten Types of Observation Diagnosis for Women’s Health

Ten Types of Observation Diagnosis for Women's Health

Ten Types of Observation Diagnosis for Women’s Health Guiding Expert: Associate Professor Pang Zhenmiao, Department of Gynecology, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine Reporter: Lin Henghua, Correspondent: Zhang Qiuxia 2016-5-10New Express B01 Edition “Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Pulse Taking” are the four major diagnostic methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Ancient medical … Read more

Observation Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Observation Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Observation Diagnosis (Wang Zhen) is a method of diagnosing diseases based on the theories of the internal organs (zangfu) and meridians. The external aspects of the human body are closely related to the five internal organs. If there are changes in the functions of the internal organs, it will inevitably be reflected in various aspects … Read more

TCM Diagnosis | The Methods and Significance of Palpation Diagnosis

TCM Diagnosis | The Methods and Significance of Palpation Diagnosis

TCM Diagnosis – Palpation Diagnosis “Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation” are the four diagnostic methods used to diagnose diseases, which are still widely used today and serve as an important basis for TCM syndrome differentiation and treatment. Today, we will learn about the last diagnostic method of the four—Palpation Diagnosis. The so-called “Observation Diagnosis” involves … Read more

The Significance of the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Significance of the Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Four Diagnostic Methods in TCM: This refers to the “Four Diagnostic Methods” proposed by Bian Que based on the experiences of predecessors, namely: observation (望, wàng), listening and smelling (闻, wén), inquiry (问, wèn), and palpation (切, qiè). These four diagnostic methods are still widely used today and are important bases for TCM syndrome differentiation … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Observation Diagnosis

Absolutely comprehensive guide to observation diagnosis, unparalleled!!! Shen Kui (Kidney Deficiency) leads to dark circles under the eyes, Fei Re (Lung Heat) results in red eyes, Gan Sheng (Liver Excess) causes red eyes, Han Chuan (Cold Cough) leads to dark cheeks, Feng Lan (Wind Blue) results in white eyes, Tan Shi (Phlegm Damp) leads to … Read more