Pathogenesis of Qi in the Human Body: Qi Mechanism Imbalance

Pathogenesis of Qi in the Human Body: Qi Mechanism Imbalance

Today, we continue discussing the basic pathogenesis of Qi in the human body, following yesterday’s discussion on Qi deficiency. Today, we will focus on Qi mechanism imbalance. The Qi mechanism in the human body is fundamentally characterized by the processes of rising, descending, entering, and exiting. Qi mechanism imbalance refers to an abnormal pathological state … Read more

Imbalances of Qi: Beyond Qi Deficiency – Understanding Qi Stagnation, Qi Obstruction, and Qi Collapse

Imbalances of Qi: Beyond Qi Deficiency - Understanding Qi Stagnation, Qi Obstruction, and Qi Collapse

In this great era, I have the opportunity to connect with many patients on WeChat, helping them overcome their health issues, which is the greatest comfort for me as a doctor. —— Teacher Li Qi, as referred to in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is the most fundamental substance of the human body, formed by the … Read more

Fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine 84: Pathophysiology of Qi – Abnormalities of Qi

Fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine 84: Pathophysiology of Qi - Abnormalities of Qi

This issue covers: 1.Qi Deficiency 2.Qi Stagnation 3.Qi Rebellion 4.Qi Sinking 5.Qi Obstruction or Qi Collapse Abnormalities of Qi include pathological changes such as Qi deficiency, Qi stagnation, Qi rebellion, Qi sinking, and Qi obstruction or collapse. 1.Qi Deficiency Qi deficiency refers to insufficient Qi that cannot normally propel the organs to function properly, resulting … Read more

Manifestations of Qi Abnormalities in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Manifestations of Qi Abnormalities in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Qi abnormalities mainly include Qi deficiency, Qi stagnation, Qi counterflow, Qi collapse, Qi sinking, and Qi obstruction. Below, we will introduce these six manifestations of Qi abnormalities and their causes. Have you experienced any of these?      Qi Abnormality One: Qi Deficiency   Concept: Refers to the pathological state of depleted vital energy, insufficient Qi throughout … Read more