The differentiation of Yin and Yang summarizes the categories of syndromes. Since Yin and Yang represent two opposing aspects of things, the nature of diseases and clinical symptoms can usually be classified into the categories of Yin or Yang: Yin-Yang differentiation is a fundamental method of diagnosis and serves as the overarching principle of the … Read more
In the worldview of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the process of resisting disease is illustrated as follows: The human body is likened to a city; disease is viewed as an external enemy. Initially, when the enemy approaches, we engage in battle at the city walls, which represents the exterior syndrome (biao zheng). If our forces … Read more
Author | Mu Mu Editor | Chun Feng Reviewer | Xiao Ye Have you ever felt this way? There was a time when I often felt chest tightness and shortness of breath, getting breathless even after a little walking, and speaking felt exhausting. When I got anxious or talked for too long, I would easily … Read more