Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) places great emphasis on observation diagnosis. The primary focus during clinical diagnosis is to observe the patient’s demeanor, physique, and certain specific manifestations to understand the nature and severity of the disease. The key to observation diagnosis is first to observe the spirit. If the patient has bright, lively eyes, clear … Read more
Observation Diagnosis 1. Observing Spirit The severity of the condition relies on observing the spirit; calmness indicates a yin condition, while agitation suggests a yang condition. Blood deficiency and fluid loss often lead to confusion; dullness and depression are signs of emotional distress. Restlessness and exhaustion indicate a depletion of qi; heat in the heart … Read more
1. Observation of the Eyes in Diagnosis: The essence and energy of the five zang organs and six fu organs are reflected in the eyes. If the spleen qi is deficient, yang will decline, failing to contain yin, causing the spirit light to scatter outward, leading to a wide appearance of the spirit water, making … Read more
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 tongue’s color, shape, … Read more
Observation Diagnosis: Observing the Finger Meridian of Children 1. Methods and Normal Manifestations of Observing the Finger Meridian in Children (1) Method of Observing the Finger Meridian in Children Hold the child in a well-lit area. The practitioner uses the thumb and index finger of the left hand to grasp the tip of the child’s … Read more