Interpretation of Slippery Pulse in ‘Binhuh Pulse Studies’ Introduction: The slippery pulse (hua mai) is one of the most common pulse types associated with liver, gallbladder, spleen, and stomach diseases. The string-like pulse (xian mai) primarily indicates spleen disorders and is often seen in conditions such as phlegm-dampness, food accumulation, and excess heat. The characteristic … Read more
To treat diseases, one must seek the root cause. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), treatment relies on the four diagnostic methods, analyzes the pathogenesis based on these methods, determines the syndrome type, establishes treatment principles, and prescribes accordingly. Each step is interconnected and essential. The diagnostician employs the four examinations: observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation; … Read more
Deep Pulse (Chen Mai): Principle of the Deep Pulse: The deep pulse can only be felt with significant pressure on the tendons and bones. It is like sand wrapped in cotton, firm inside and soft outside. Like a stone thrown into water, it must reach the bottom. Definition: The deep pulse is easily understood in … Read more
Abstract: Today, we will introduce three common pulse patterns in clinical practice. 1. Floating Pulse Does Not Always Indicate Exterior Syndrome According to the “Shang Han Lun” (Treatise on Cold Damage), it states: “If the pulse is floating, the disease is in the exterior.” This has been the primary interpretation of floating pulse in subsequent … Read more
Floating Pulse is characterized by a strong presence when lifted and a weak presence when pressed (as stated in the Pulse Classic). It resembles the gentle breeze ruffling the feathers on a bird’s back, light and fleeting (a description of its subtlety), akin to the floating of the Yuan (Elm) pods (as mentioned in the … Read more
Temporal, Frontal, and Orbital Pain for 2 Months Diagnosis Scene A 16-year-old male patient was diagnosed on January 2, 1988. The patient began experiencing dizziness and headaches six months prior. Two months ago, after a high fever (39°C) due to a cold, the headache suddenly worsened, accompanied by drowsiness, vomiting, dilated pupils, blurred vision, sore … Read more
Previously, we discussed the five steps of tongue observation. The second step is to examine the tongue quality. What characteristics does the tongue quality have, and how do we analyze it? First, we understand that a healthy tongue quality is light red, clear but not overly bright, without spots or prickles, normal taste sensation, and … Read more
Section Three: Observation of Tongue Body 1. Tongue Color Light red, pale white, red, deep red, blue, purple tongue. (1) Light Red Tongue Tongue Characteristics: The tongue body is light red and moist, with a white base showing red. Clinical Significance: Indicates a harmonious balance of Qi and blood, commonly seen in healthy individuals, and … Read more
Teacher Wang Bobo provides practical exam preparation tips for 2018 licensed pharmacist candidates Hello everyone, I am Teacher Wang Bobo. Chapter Two of Comprehensive Chinese Medicine is the foundation of TCM diagnosis, which is a key focus of the exam every year. However, to score well on this section, one must memorize a large amount … Read more
Observation of local conditions, also known as sectional observation, is based on overall observation and focuses on specific areas of the patient’s body according to the condition or diagnostic needs. Since overall pathological changes can reflect in local areas, observing local conditions helps to understand the overall pathological situation. （一）Observation of the Head and Face … Read more