“To know by observation is called spirit, to know by hearing is called sage, to know by inquiry is called skill, to know by palpation is called clever.” Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes the integration of the four diagnostic methods: observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation. When discussing TCM diagnosis, one must mention the Ten Questions … Read more
Last week during a clinic visit, an intern asked me how to conduct a diagnosis in clinical practice. This question is very important; how to inquire and collect information through the four examinations reflects your clinical thinking. Previously, we discussed that the Six Meridians (Liù Jīng) originate from the Eight Principles (Bā Gāng). In clinical … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) inquiry is an important part of the four diagnostic methods and is the most effective way to obtain firsthand information from patients. During the inquiry, the first question is about “cold and heat”; what can we learn from asking about cold and heat? Teacher Zhu Wenfeng elaborates on this, revealing that … Read more
A TCM platform with a serious attitude, aiming to share reliable TCM knowledge. “Wang, Wen, Wen, Qie” (Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation) is a significant characteristic of TCM in diagnosing diseases, among which inquiry is a crucial part. In fact, TCM inquiry follows certain fixed patterns, and these questions can be asked by anyone to … Read more
Diagnosing a disease requires understanding the patient’s lifestyle habits, mental state, as well as the onset and progression of the illness. If necessary, it is also important to understand their family history and personal medical history. Generally, the main content of the inquiry focuses on the process of onset and subjective symptoms. There is a … Read more
“To know by observation is called spirit, to know by hearing is called sage, to know by inquiry is called skill, and to know by palpation is called cleverness.” Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes the integration of the four diagnostic methods: observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation. When discussing TCM inquiry, one must mention the “Ten … Read more
For those preparing for the medical licensing exam, time has become very tight! The study of TCM diagnostics is quite challenging to memorize and can easily be forgotten. Previously, I compiled the content of the inquiry method in a TCM inquiry table format. I hope everyone has saved it! Today, I have thoughtfully compiled the … Read more