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
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) observation diagnosis is one of the four diagnostic methods in TCM (observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation). It is an important component of TCM diagnostics, which involves observing the patient’s overall appearance, complexion, tongue presentation, as well as changes in the skin and facial features to understand the nature, severity, and prognosis … Read more
1. Comprehensive Guide to Holographic Observation 1 Through facial color diagnosis 1. Yellow: Indicates potential issues with the Pi Wei (Spleen and Stomach) and digestive system; 2. White: Indicates potential issues with the Fei (Lungs) and respiratory system; 3. Red: Indicates potential issues with the Xin Nao (Heart and Brain) and cardiovascular system; 4. Blue: … Read more
1. Gallbladder The gallbladder is the foremost of the six fu organs and belongs to the extraordinary organs. It is shaped like a pouch, resembling a hanging gourd, and is attached to the liver’s small lobe. The gallbladder is yang and belongs to wood, corresponding with the liver, which is yin wood. The gallbladder stores … Read more
Qi deficiency and Qi stagnation may sound contradictory. Qi deficiency refers to insufficient Qi, while Qi stagnation indicates an excess of Qi, which are exactly opposite; how can they occur simultaneously?It is not difficult to understand. The most fundamental function of Qi is to promote movement. In addition to pushing tangible substances such as blood, … Read more
1. Accurate Diagnosis In clinical practice, acupuncture at a specific point for a certain disease can sometimes be effective and sometimes not. A detailed examination reveals that it all comes down to diagnosis. For example, the acupuncture point Xiaxi (Gallbladder 43) is renowned for treating dizziness; it is effective for dizziness caused by liver yang … Read more
1. Tongue 1. The tongue is light red and moist, with a thin white coating, without cracks or indentations: indicates good health.2. Thick tongue coating: indicates indigestion, excessive putrefactive substances in the intestines, or fever and headache.3. Pale tongue color: may indicate anemia.4. Purple tongue color: indicates body hypoxia, commonly seen in patients with pulmonary … Read more