Friends who have watched the TV drama “Empresses in the Palace” may remember a scene where the imperial physician concentrates and takes the pulse of the empress, then suddenly kneels and exclaims: “Congratulations, Your Majesty! The pulse is slippery, indicating a joyful sign.” At this point, everyone understands: the empress is pregnant. Therefore, when a … Read more
Slippery Pulse (Hua Mai) (1) Pulse Characteristics The characteristic of a slippery pulse is that it flows smoothly, like pearls rolling, moving forward and then retreating. The “Pulse Classic” states: “Moving forward and retreating, flowing smoothly and turning, resembling the number of times.” (2) Similar Pulses Both slippery and rapid pulses flow smoothly. The main … Read more
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Slippery Pulse 1 Pulse Characteristics The slippery pulse is smooth and flowing, like pearls rolling over each other. 2 Pulse Diagnosis Left cun (寸) slippery pulse indicates excessive heat in the heart, with a strong pulse causing palpitations and a stiff tongue. Left guan (关) slippery pulse indicates liver heat with eye pain, while left … Read more
Reading Traditional Chinese MedicineEvery day11:30pushing the freshest Authoritative and high-quality knowledge of TCM If you like it, please star it for me Editor’s Guide In historical dramas, it is common for doctors to say, “Congratulations, madam, you are pregnant” after feeling the pulse. The “slippery pulse” that assists in diagnosing pregnancy is actually a pulse … Read more
Looking for a good TCM practitioner near you or one you have visited >>> [TCM Encyclopedia App] Online/Offline reading of TCM ancient and modern books >>> [TCM Encyclopedia] September 2018 article rankings Three fingers determine life and death, pressing the pulse at the wrist to know the ailments. Pulse diagnosis is a unique diagnostic method … Read more
(1) Characteristics of Slippery Pulse The slippery pulse (hua mai) is one of the most common and significant pulse patterns in clinical practice. Its pulse quality is exceptionally smooth, indicating an abnormal state, as its fluidity exceeds that of a normal pulse. The sensation of the pulse flows swiftly beneath the fingers. It is particularly … Read more
Introduction When first learning about pulse diagnosis, many people easily fall into the misconception that a slippery pulse (hua mai) is indicative of pregnancy, and that only pregnant women exhibit this pulse quality. This is not the case; a slippery pulse can appear in various pathological conditions and may sometimes be found in healthy individuals. … Read more
Today we will learn about slippery pulse and choppy pulse. Pulse Characteristics Slippery Pulse: Smooth and flowing, feels round and smooth, like beads rolling. Choppy Pulse: Thin and slow, feels difficult and obstructed, like a light knife scraping bamboo. Specifically The characteristic of a slippery pulse is that the shape of the pulse felt under … Read more
The slippery pulse (hua mai) is one of the pulse patterns in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pulse diagnosis. It is characterized by a smooth and flowing sensation, resembling beads rolling on a jade plate. When three fingers are placed on the patient’s cun (distal), guan (middle), and chi (proximal) positions, the pulse feels like a … Read more