Abdominal Pain in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different abdominal pain patterns according to TCM theory
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Abdominal pain, a common complaint among individuals, can manifest in numerous forms, from mild discomfort to severe cramps. The symptoms associated with abdominal pain include a range of conditions like belly aches, intestinal cramps, and upper stomach pain, pointing to the diversity in its potential causes and presentations. Sub-symptoms further categorize the pain, offering a glimpse into the complexity of diagnosing and treating abdominal discomfort. This variety underscores the importance of understanding the specific nature of abdominal pain for effective management and treatment.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches abdominal pain with a holistic lens, focusing on the underlying imbalances within the body's energy system. TCM suggests that pain is a manifestation of disharmony among the body's vital energies, identifying specific patterns of this disharmony is essential for treatment.
This approach contrasts with Western medicine by emphasizing the restoration of balance through natural methods and personalized treatments. Identifying the root cause, or pattern, is crucial as it informs the selection of herbs, formulas, and acupuncture points used to alleviate the pain.
TCM Patterns for Abdominal Pain
Heat
Intense, ascending pathogenic force that consumes body fluids, disturbs the mind, and accelerates all physiological processes
Causes: Abdominal and epigastric pain, Abdominal pain, Burning abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastric pain, Burning epigastric pain, Intermittent epigastric pain
Heat is a major pathogenic factor in Traditional Chinese Medicine that can arise from external invasion or internal generation. Heat has the characteristics of burning intensity, rising upward, consuming qi and fluids, and generating wind and disturbing blood. In TCM philosophy, normal physiological warmth is called "minor fire" (少火) which maintains life functions, while pathological heat is "major fire" (壮火) which damages the body.
Damp-Heat invading the Spleen
Abdominal and epigastric pain
Along with: Loss of appetite, Feeling of heaviness, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea or vomiting, Malodorous diarrhea, Anal burning, Feeling of heat, Scanty and dark urine, Low grade fever, Dull headache, Dull yellow complexion, Yellow sclera, Oily sweat, Itchy rashes, Bitter taste in the mouth, Upper abdominal fullness, Upper abdominal pain
Toxic-Heat
Abdominal pain
Along with: Fever, Edema, Pus and discharge, Boils, Carbuncles, Pustule, Red skin eruptions, Sore throat, Eczema, Perineum swollen, Prostate swollen, Testicular swelling, Mouth ulcers, Tonsil swelling
Bright Yang Fire in Stomach and Intestines
Abdominal pain
Along with: Afternoon fever, Excessive sweating, Sweating on limbs, Abdominal fullness, Constipation, Dry stools, Thirst, Dark urine, Anal burning, Irritability, Delirium
Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine
Abdominal pain
Along with: Abdominal fullness, Diarrhea, Hematochezia, Mucous in feces, Smelly stools, Anal burning, Scanty and dark urine, Fever, Excessive sweating, Feeling of heat, Thirst, Feeling of heaviness
Heat in the Blood
Abdominal pain
Along with: Feeling of heat, Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria, Vomiting blood, Cough of blood, Nosebleeds, Excessive menstruation
Full-Heat in the Small Intestine
Abdominal pain
Along with: Restlessness, Insomnia, Tongue ulcers, Mouth ulcers, Throat pain, Deafness, Cardiac burning sensation, Craving for cold beverages, Scanty and dark urine, Hematuria, Urinary burning
Heat in Lessor Yang
Abdominal pain, Burning abdominal pain
Along with: Fever, Bitter taste in the mouth, Diarrhea, Sticky taste in the mouth, Malodorous diarrhea, Anal irritation, Upper abdominal burning pain, Tenesmus
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
Abdominal pain
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Feeling of heat, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation
Damp-Heat
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heat, Feeling of heaviness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Acne
Damp-Heat in the Stomach
Epigastric pain
Along with: Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal fullness, Feeling of heaviness, Face pain, Congested nose, Thick nasal discharge, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea, Feeling of heat, Dull yellow complexion, Sticky taste in the mouth
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
Epigastric pain
Along with: Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Feeling of heat, Thirst, Head and body heaviness, Dizziness, Copious thick yellow sputum
Stomach Heat or Fire
Burning epigastric pain
Along with: Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth, Mouth ulcers, Acid reflux, Nausea, Vomiting after eating, Excessive hunger, Bad breath, Feeling of heat, Acne
Damp-Heat in the Lower Burner
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Scanty and yellow urine, Lower back pain, Weakness of lower extremities, Red and swollen feet, Swollen knee, Thick greasy vaginal secretions, Ulcers on the lower limbs, Scanty and dark urine, Painful urination, Dry mouth
Heat and Blood Stagnation in the Lower Burner
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Nighttime fever, Incoherent or confused speech, Irritability, Restlessness, Thirst, Amenorrhea, Menstrual cramps, Uterine fibroids, Retained placenta, Prolonged lochia
Liver Qi Stagnation that transforms into Heat
Intermittent epigastric pain
Along with: Intermittent upper abdominal pain, Hernia-Related pain, Dysmenorrhea exacerbated by hot food or drinks, Irritability, Bitter taste in the mouth, Peptic ulcer, Chronic gastritis, Hepatitis, Cholecystitis
Cold
Congeals body fluids, damages Yang Qi, and causes pain with fixed location
Causes: Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth, Postpartum abdominal pain, Abdominal pain alleviated by pressure, Severe epigastric pain, Abdominal pain after childbirth
Cold is the predominant pathogenic factor of winter in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Cold represents an environmental pathogen that, when excessive, causes disease characterized by its cold, congealing, and contracting nature. While Cold is the main pathogen of winter, it can cause illness in any season through exposure to cold temperatures, getting caught in rain, sweating followed by wind exposure, or excessive air conditioning.
Bright Yang Fire in Stomach and Intestines
Abdominal pain
Along with: Afternoon fever, Excessive sweating, Sweating on limbs, Abdominal fullness, Constipation, Dry stools, Thirst, Dark urine, Anal burning, Irritability, Delirium
Cold in the Uterus
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Cold invading the Large Intestine
Abdominal pain
Along with: Diarrhea, Chills, Abdominal cold sensation
Damp-Cold
Abdominal pain
Along with: Mouth ulcers, White and watery sputum, Nasal discharge, Sneezing, Chills, Cold extremities, Arthralgia, Diarrhea, Feeling of heaviness
Exterior Cold with Interior Dampness in Summer
Abdominal pain
Along with: Chills with warm skin, Lack of sweating, Heavy sensation in the head, Headaches, Vomit, Diarrhea, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Fatigued extremities, Nausea
Large Intestine Cold
Abdominal pain
Along with: Diarrhea, Borborygmi, Clear urination, Cold extremities
Interior Cold
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth, Postpartum abdominal pain
Along with: Abdominal cold sensation, Hernia-Related pain, Flank pain, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Kidney and Spleen Yang Deficiency with Empty Cold
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Along with: Chronic dysentery, Dark blood in stool, Mucous in feces, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Small Intestine Deficient and Cold
Abdominal pain alleviated by pressure
Along with: Borborygmi, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure or eating, Craving for hot beverages, Diarrhea, Pale and abudant urination, Cold extremities
Cold invading the Stomach
Severe epigastric pain
Along with: Severe upper abdominal pain, Chills, Cold extremities, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Nausea, Feeling worse after drinking cold drinks
Exterior Cold invading the Interior
Abdominal pain
Along with: Constipation, Hypochondriac pain, Chills, Low grade fever, Cold extremities, Sweating that doesn't reduce fever, Epigastric palpitations, Dizziness, Twitching, Unsteadiness
Blood Stagnation in the Lower Burner caused by Cold
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Abdominal masses, Lower abdominal distension, Lower back pain, Abnormal uterine bleeding, Menstrual cramps, Dark menstrual clots, Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, Primary dysmenorrhea, Endometriosis, Uterine fibroids
Full Cold in the Directing and Penetraing Vessels
Abdominal pain after childbirth
Along with: Menstrual cramps, Cold sensation in lower abdomen, Infertility, Late menstruation, Dark menstrual clots, Postpartum abdominal pain, Abnormal uterine bleeding, Uterine hypoplasia, Endometrial hyperplasia, Endometriosis
Blood Stasis
Blood that is no longer flowing smoothly through the vessels
Causes: Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastric pain, Umbilical pain
Blood Stasis represents blood that is no longer flowing smoothly through the vessels, either moving too slowly, pooling in certain areas, or congealing into clots. It's one of the most important pathological conditions in Traditional Chinese Medicine and can be both a result of disease and a cause of further illness.
Qi And Blood Stagnation
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails, Irritability, Mood swings, Depression, Mottled skin, Foot edema, Abdominal masses, Melena black tarry stool, Menstrual cramps, Amenorrhea, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Irregular periods, Melasma
Blood Stagnation
Abdominal pain
Along with: Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Lumps
Liver Blood Stagnation
Abdominal pain
Along with: Hypochondriac pain, Vomiting blood, Nosebleeds, Menstrual cramps, Irregular periods, Dark menstrual clots, Infertility, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Purple lips, Purple face, Skin dryness, Petechiae
Stomach Blood Stagnation
Epigastric pain
Along with: Nocturnal epigastric pain, Abdominal pain worsened by pressure, Nausea or vomiting, Potential vomiting of blood, Hematochezia
Blood Stagnation and Phlegm in the Uterus
Abdominal pain
Along with: Persistent uterine bleeding of purple or dark blood, Lower abdominal distension and pain that increases with pressure, Lower abdominal fibroids and cysts, Menstrual cramps, Irregular periods, Prolonged lochia, Uterine fibroids, Endometriosis, Infertility, Postpartum hemorrhage
Blood Stagnation in the Directing and Penetrating Vessels
Lower abdominal pain, Umbilical pain
Along with: Irregular periods, Brown vaginal discharge, Dark menstrual clots, Menstrual cramps, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Breast engorgement, Breast pain, Anxiety, Irritability
Blood Stagnation in the Lower Burner caused by Cold
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Abdominal masses, Lower abdominal distension, Lower back pain, Abnormal uterine bleeding, Menstrual cramps, Dark menstrual clots, Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, Primary dysmenorrhea, Endometriosis, Uterine fibroids
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor constitution, Irregular periods, Amenorrhea, Muscle contractions
Heat and Blood Stagnation in the Lower Burner
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Nighttime fever, Incoherent or confused speech, Irritability, Restlessness, Thirst, Amenorrhea, Menstrual cramps, Uterine fibroids, Retained placenta, Prolonged lochia
Qi Stagnation
Blocked or disrupted flow of vital energy causing distending pain, emotional distress, and symptoms that worsen with stress
Causes: Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastic pain, Epigastric pain, Abdominal pain relieved by flatulence, Lower abdominal twisting pain, Intermittent epigastric pain
Qi Stagnation is a fundamental pathological pattern in Traditional Chinese Medicine where the smooth flow of vital energy becomes obstructed, creating areas of pressure, pain, and dysfunction throughout the body.
Qi And Blood Stagnation
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails, Irritability, Mood swings, Depression, Mottled skin, Foot edema, Abdominal masses, Melena black tarry stool, Menstrual cramps, Amenorrhea, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Irregular periods, Melasma
Large Intestine Qi Stagnation
Abdominal pain
Along with: Abdominal distention, Constipation, Anxiety, Bitty stools
Qi Stagnation
Abdominal pain
Along with: General fullness, Moving pain, Depression, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Liver Qi Stagnation
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastic pain
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Irregular periods, Globus sensation, Pre menstrual breast distension, Pre menstrual tension, Anxiety, Anger, Melasma
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
Abdominal pain
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Feeling of heat, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation
Stomach Qi Stagnation
Epigastric pain
Along with: Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Belching, Nausea, Vomit, Hiccups, Irritability
Small Intestine Qi Pain
Abdominal pain relieved by flatulence, Lower abdominal twisting pain
Along with: Abdominal distention, Abdominal pain worsened by pressure, Borborygmi, Excessive gas and flatulence, Testicular pain
Liver Qi Stagnation that transforms into Heat
Intermittent epigastric pain
Along with: Intermittent upper abdominal pain, Hernia-Related pain, Dysmenorrhea exacerbated by hot food or drinks, Irritability, Bitter taste in the mouth, Peptic ulcer, Chronic gastritis, Hepatitis, Cholecystitis
Dampness
Heavy, sticky moisture that obstructs body functions and creates sluggishness
Causes: Abdominal and epigastric pain, Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastric pain
Dampness manifests as swelling, bloating, a feeling of heaviness in the head and limbs, and digestive issues. It's like having waterlogged tissues that make everything feel heavy and slow. Common signs include a thick, greasy tongue coating, sticky mouth sensation, and stools that are difficult to flush.
Damp-Heat invading the Spleen
Abdominal and epigastric pain
Along with: Loss of appetite, Feeling of heaviness, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea or vomiting, Malodorous diarrhea, Anal burning, Feeling of heat, Scanty and dark urine, Low grade fever, Dull headache, Dull yellow complexion, Yellow sclera, Oily sweat, Itchy rashes, Bitter taste in the mouth, Upper abdominal fullness, Upper abdominal pain
Damp-Cold
Abdominal pain
Along with: Mouth ulcers, White and watery sputum, Nasal discharge, Sneezing, Chills, Cold extremities, Arthralgia, Diarrhea, Feeling of heaviness
Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine
Abdominal pain
Along with: Abdominal fullness, Diarrhea, Hematochezia, Mucous in feces, Smelly stools, Anal burning, Scanty and dark urine, Fever, Excessive sweating, Feeling of heat, Thirst, Feeling of heaviness
Exterior Cold with Interior Dampness in Summer
Abdominal pain
Along with: Chills with warm skin, Lack of sweating, Heavy sensation in the head, Headaches, Vomit, Diarrhea, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Fatigued extremities, Nausea
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue, Diarrhea, Dull pale complexion, Obesity, Infertility, Ovarian cysts, Ovarian fibroids, Polycystic ovary syndrome, Pseudocyesis, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness
Damp-Heat
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heat, Feeling of heaviness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Acne
Damp-Heat in the Stomach
Epigastric pain
Along with: Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal fullness, Feeling of heaviness, Face pain, Congested nose, Thick nasal discharge, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea, Feeling of heat, Dull yellow complexion, Sticky taste in the mouth
Damp-Heat in the Lower Burner
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Scanty and yellow urine, Lower back pain, Weakness of lower extremities, Red and swollen feet, Swollen knee, Thick greasy vaginal secretions, Ulcers on the lower limbs, Scanty and dark urine, Painful urination, Dry mouth
Yang Deficiency
Insufficient yang qi causing coldness, fatigue, and diminished physiological functions throughout the body
Causes: Abdominal pain, abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth, Abdominal pain and distension relieved by pressure and warmth, Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating, Abdominal pain that worsens with cold
Yang Deficiency represents a fundamental weakness of the body's yang qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It manifests as an inability to warm the body, transform substances, and maintain normal physiological activities, resulting in various cold-type symptoms and functional decline.
Kidney Yang Deficiency
Abdominal pain
Along with: Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills, Weak legs, Bright pale face, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Leg edema, Female infertility, Diarrhea, Depression, Erectile dysfunction, Premature ejaculation, Oligospermia, Low sex drive, Pale and abudant urination, Constipation
Kidney and Spleen Yang Deficiency with Empty Cold
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Along with: Chronic dysentery, Dark blood in stool, Mucous in feces, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Yang Deficiency or Empty Yang
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Along with: Chills, General cold feeling, Pale urine, Undigested food in stools, General weakness, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth, Frequent urination, Polyuria, Nocturia, White vaginal discharge
Spleen Yang Deficiency
Abdominal pain and distension relieved by pressure and warmth
Along with: Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills, Undigested food in stools, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth, Dull shallow face
Stomach Yang Deficient and Cold
Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating
Along with: Loss of appetite, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Absence of thirst, Weak limbs, Cold extremities, Generalized fatigue, Pale face
Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency
Abdominal pain that worsens with cold
Along with: Urinary dysfunction, Deep pain and heaviness in limbs, Dizziness, Heavy sensation in the head, Edema, Diarrhea, Palpitations, Coughing, Vomit, Congestive heart failure
Phlegm
Thick, sticky pathological fluid that obstructs body functions and can manifest anywhere in the body
Causes: Abdomen pain, Epigastric pain, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal pain
Phlegm is both a pathological product and a pathogenic factor in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It results from impaired fluid metabolism when the body's transformative functions fail, particularly affecting the Spleen, Lungs, and Kidneys. Classical texts emphasize that "the Spleen is the source of phlegm production, while the Lungs are the storage vessel for phlegm."
Phlegm in Kidneys or Gallbladder
Abdomen pain, Epigastric pain
Along with: Frequent and urgent urination, Urinary dysfunction, Hematuria
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue, Diarrhea, Dull pale complexion, Obesity, Infertility, Ovarian cysts, Ovarian fibroids, Polycystic ovary syndrome, Pseudocyesis, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
Epigastric pain
Along with: Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Feeling of heat, Thirst, Head and body heaviness, Dizziness, Copious thick yellow sputum
Blood Stagnation and Phlegm in the Uterus
Abdominal pain
Along with: Persistent uterine bleeding of purple or dark blood, Lower abdominal distension and pain that increases with pressure, Lower abdominal fibroids and cysts, Menstrual cramps, Irregular periods, Prolonged lochia, Uterine fibroids, Endometriosis, Infertility, Postpartum hemorrhage
Qi Deficiency
Insufficient vital energy causing fatigue, weakness, poor digestion, and reduced function of organs and protective systems
Causes: Lower abdominal pain, Slight abdominal pain, Abdominal pain
Qi Deficiency is a fundamental pattern in Traditional Chinese Medicine where the body's vital energy is insufficient to maintain normal physiological functions, leading to weakness, fatigue, and various organ dysfunctions.
Qi and Blood Deficiency
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Dizziness, Poor memory, Insomnia, Dislike of speaking, Loss of appetite, Limb numbness, Skin numbness
Spleen Qi Deficiency
Slight abdominal pain
Along with: Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen, Dyspepsia, Swollen complexion, Obesity
Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Blurry vision, Deafness, Tinnitus, Shortness of breath, Weak voice, Pale face, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea
Blood Deficiency
Insufficient blood to nourish the body, causing paleness, dizziness, and dryness throughout the system
Causes: Lower abdominal pain
Blood Deficiency represents a fundamental lack of blood volume or quality in the body, resulting in organs, tissues, and the mind being undernourished. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, blood not only refers to the red fluid in our vessels but encompasses the body's entire nourishing and moistening functions.
Blood Deficiency
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia
Qi and Blood Deficiency
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Dizziness, Poor memory, Insomnia, Dislike of speaking, Loss of appetite, Limb numbness, Skin numbness
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
Lower abdominal pain
Along with: Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor constitution, Irregular periods, Amenorrhea, Muscle contractions
Qi Rebellion
Qi flowing against its natural direction, typically surging upward when it should descend
Causes: Abdominal pain, Epigastric pain
Qi Rebellion represents a fundamental disruption in the body's energy flow, where qi moves against its proper direction - like water flowing uphill or smoke sinking downward. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, each organ has a natural directional flow for its qi, and when this flow reverses, it creates a cascade of symptoms that shoot upward through the body.
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Spleen
Abdominal pain
Along with: Irritability, Abdominal distention, Alternating diarrhea and constipation, Dry stools, Excessive gas and flatulence, Generalized fatigue
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
Epigastric pain
Along with: Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression, Acid reflux, Hiccups, Belching, Nausea or vomiting, Sighing, Weak limbs
Yin Deficiency
Depletion of cooling, moistening fluids causing dryness, false heat rising, and restless agitation throughout the body
Causes: Epigastric pain, Epigastic pain
Yin Deficiency represents a fundamental pattern in Traditional Chinese Medicine where the body's yin fluids - blood, essence, and body fluids - become depleted, losing their ability to cool, moisten, and anchor the yang energy, resulting in relative hyperactivity of yang and internal heat manifestations.
Stomach Yin Deficiency
Epigastric pain, Epigastic pain
Along with: Loss of appetite, Preference for sipping, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Yin Excess
Pathological accumulation of cold, heavy substances causing stagnation, obstruction, and suppression of yang energy with internal cold manifestations
Causes: Epigastric pain worsen by pressure
Yin Excess represents patterns in Traditional Chinese Medicine where yin-natured pathological substances - cold, phlegm, dampness, and fluids - accumulate excessively in the body, overwhelming yang energy and causing obstruction, stagnation, and cold manifestations throughout the system.
Yin Excess
Epigastric pain worsen by pressure
Along with: Absence of thirst, Slow and forceful movement, Polyuria, Feeling of chest oppression, Nausea, Excessive vaginal discharge, Loss of appetite, Pain relieved by heat, Chills, Cold extremities, Pale urine
Wind
Causes sudden symptoms, movement disorders, and serves as the vehicle for other pathogens
Causes: Abdominal pain
Wind is the predominant pathogenic factor of spring in Traditional Chinese Medicine and is considered the leader of the six external pathogens. Wind is described as "the leader of the hundred diseases" (百病之长), serving as the primary factor in external pathogenic invasions. Wind represents a pathogen characterized by constant movement, changeability, and a tendency to affect the upper and outer portions of the body.
Bright Yang Fire in Stomach and Intestines
Abdominal pain
Along with: Afternoon fever, Excessive sweating, Sweating on limbs, Abdominal fullness, Constipation, Dry stools, Thirst, Dark urine, Anal burning, Irritability, Delirium
Herbal Formulas for Abdominal Pain
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address abdominal pain
Xiao Yao San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Courses the Liver and Resolves Constraint
- Nourishes Blood and Softens the Liver
- Strengthens the Spleen and Harmonizes the Middle
- Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Depression, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Liver Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac pain, Vomiting blood, Nosebleeds, Menstrual cramps, Irregular periods, Dark menstrual clots...
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastic pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Spleen
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Abdominal distention, Alternating diarrhea and constipation, Dry stools, Excessive gas and flatulence, Generalized fatigue
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Chai Hu Shu Gan San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Courses the Liver and Resolves Constraint
- Moves Qi and Alleviates Pain
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Large Intestine Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Abdominal distention, Constipation, Anxiety, Bitty stools
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Depression, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Liver Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac pain, Vomiting blood, Nosebleeds, Menstrual cramps, Irregular periods, Dark menstrual clots...
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastic pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Small Intestine Qi Pain
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain relieved by flatulence, Lower abdominal twisting pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Abdominal distention, Abdominal pain worsened by pressure, Borborygmi, Excessive gas and flatulence, Testicular pain
Si Wu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Blood
- Nourishes Blood and Alleviates Pain
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Cold in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations...
Jia Wei Xiao Yao San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Courses the Liver and Resolves Constraint
- Clears Heat from the Liver and Blood
- Nourishes Blood
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Feeling of heat, Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia...
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastic pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression...
Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Warms the Channels and Disperses Cold
- Moves Qi and Alleviates Pain
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Cold in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Blood Stagnation in the Lower Burner caused by Cold
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Abdominal masses, Lower abdominal distension, Lower back pain, Abnormal uterine bleeding, Menstrual cramps, Dark menstrual clots...
Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Moves Qi and Alleviates Pain
- Disperses Accumulations and Dissipates Nodules
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Liver Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac pain, Vomiting blood, Nosebleeds, Menstrual cramps, Irregular periods, Dark menstrual clots...
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Disperses Fixed Masses
- Warms the Channels and Disperses Cold
- Harmonizes Qi and Blood
- Removes Stasis and Generates New Blood
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation and Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Persistent uterine bleeding of purple or dark blood, Lower abdominal distension and pain that increases with pressure, Lower abdominal fibroids and cysts, Menstrual cramps, Irregular periods, Prolonged lochia...
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Blood Stagnation in the Directing and Penetrating Vessels
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain, Umbilical pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Irregular periods, Brown vaginal discharge, Dark menstrual clots, Menstrual cramps, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia...
Liang Fu Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Interior and Dispels Cold
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Alleviates Pain
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Cold invading the Large Intestine
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Chills, Abdominal cold sensation
Large Intestine Cold
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Borborygmi, Clear urination, Cold extremities
Cold invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Severe epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Severe upper abdominal pain, Chills, Cold extremities, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Nausea...
Shen Ling Bai Zhu San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Drains Dampness
- Stops Diarrhea
- Tonifies Lung Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain, Epigastic pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Preference for sipping, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Slight abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen, Dyspepsia...
Small Intestine Deficient and Cold
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain alleviated by pressure
Accompanying symptoms:
Borborygmi, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure or eating, Craving for hot beverages, Diarrhea, Pale and abudant urination, Cold extremities
Tao Hong Si Wu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Nourishes Blood
- Regulates menstruation
- Moves Qi in the Blood level
- Unblocks the Channels and Alleviates Pain
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations...
Tao Hua Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Astringes the Intestines and Stops Diarrhea
- Secures Essence and Stops Leakage
- Stops Dysentery
- Stops Bleeding
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Cold invading the Large Intestine
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Chills, Abdominal cold sensation
Large Intestine Cold
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Borborygmi, Clear urination, Cold extremities
Kidney and Spleen Yang Deficiency with Empty Cold
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Chronic dysentery, Dark blood in stool, Mucous in feces, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Wen Jing Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Channels and Disperses Cold
- Nourishes Blood
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Regulates menstruation
- Tonifies Qi
- Nourishes Yin and Clears Deficiency Heat
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Cold in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Full Cold in the Directing and Penetraing Vessels
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain after childbirth
Accompanying symptoms:
Menstrual cramps, Cold sensation in lower abdomen, Infertility, Late menstruation, Dark menstrual clots, Postpartum abdominal pain...
Wu Yao Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Moves Qi
- Regulates menstruation
- Alleviates Pain
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Nourishes and invigorates Blood
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Depression, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastic pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Ba Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Promotes Qi transformation
- Warms the Ming Men Fire
- Promotes Urination
- Supplements Yin and Benefits Yang
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Yang Deficiency or Empty Yang
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, General cold feeling, Pale urine, Undigested food in stools, General weakness, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth...
Ban Xia Hou Po Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Moves Qi and Dissipates Nodules
- Descends Qi
- Resolves Phlegm
- Dries Dampness
- Harmonizes the Stomach
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression...
Stomach Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Belching, Nausea, Vomit, Hiccups...
Fei Er Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Expels Parasites
- Promotes Digestion and Resolves Food Stagnation
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Clears Stomach Heat
- Moves Qi
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Slight abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen, Dyspepsia...
Stomach Heat or Fire
How it manifests:
Burning epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth...
Jin Ling Zi San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Courses the Liver and Drains Heat
- Moves Qi and Alleviates Pain
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Liver Qi Stagnation that transforms into Heat
How it manifests:
Intermittent epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Intermittent upper abdominal pain, Hernia-Related pain, Dysmenorrhea exacerbated by hot food or drinks, Irritability, Bitter taste in the mouth, Peptic ulcer...
Lian Po Yin
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and Drains Dampness
- Regulates Qi and Harmonizes the Middle Burner
- Dries Dampness
- Stops Vomiting
- Eliminates Focal Distention and Fullness
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat invading the Spleen
How it manifests:
Abdominal and epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Feeling of heaviness, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Nausea or vomiting, Malodorous diarrhea, Anal burning...
Damp-Heat in the Stomach
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal fullness, Feeling of heaviness, Face pain, Congested nose, Thick nasal discharge...
Shi Xiao San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Dissipates Nodules and Softens Hardness
- Alleviates Pain
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Liver Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac pain, Vomiting blood, Nosebleeds, Menstrual cramps, Irregular periods, Dark menstrual clots...
Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Mildly Purges Heat Accumulation
- Softens Hardness and Moistens Dryness
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Clears Interior Heat
- Promotes Bowel Movement
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Bright Yang Fire in Stomach and Intestines
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Afternoon fever, Excessive sweating, Sweating on limbs, Abdominal fullness, Constipation, Dry stools...
Stomach Heat or Fire
How it manifests:
Burning epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth...
Wei Ling Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Dries Dampness and strengthens the Spleen
- Promotes Urination and Drains Dampness
- Regulates Qi and Harmonizes the Middle Burner
- Warms Yang and Transforms Qi
- Transforms Water-Dampness
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Damp-Cold
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Mouth ulcers, White and watery sputum, Nasal discharge, Sneezing, Chills, Cold extremities...
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue...
Wu Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner and tonifies deficiency
- Directs Rebellious Qi Downward and Stops Vomiting
- Warms the Liver Channel and Dispels Cold
- Warms the Interior and Dispels Cold
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Yang Deficient and Cold
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Absence of thirst, Weak limbs, Cold extremities...
Cold invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Severe epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Severe upper abdominal pain, Chills, Cold extremities, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Nausea...
Xiao Jian Zhong Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Relaxes Spasms and Relieves Urgency
- Harmonizes Yin and Yang
- Nourishes the Spleen and Stomach
- Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen
- Tonifies Qi and Generates Blood
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Small Intestine Deficient and Cold
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain alleviated by pressure
Accompanying symptoms:
Borborygmi, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure or eating, Craving for hot beverages, Diarrhea, Pale and abudant urination, Cold extremities
Stomach Yang Deficient and Cold
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Absence of thirst, Weak limbs, Cold extremities...
You Gui Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Benefits Essence and Fills the Marrow
- Warms the Ming Men Fire
- Nourishes Blood
- Strengthens the Sinews and Bones
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Yang Deficiency or Empty Yang
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, General cold feeling, Pale urine, Undigested food in stools, General weakness, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth...
Zhen Wu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms Yang and Disperses Cold
- Promotes Urination and Drains Dampness
- Transforms Water-Dampness
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain and distension relieved by pressure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills...
Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain that worsens with cold
Accompanying symptoms:
Urinary dysfunction, Deep pain and heaviness in limbs, Dizziness, Heavy sensation in the head, Edema, Diarrhea...
Ba Zheng San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and Drains Fire
- Promotes Urination and Relieves Stranguria
- Clears Damp-Heat from the Lower Burner
- Promotes Urination and Drains Dampness
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat in the Lower Burner
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Scanty and yellow urine, Lower back pain, Weakness of lower extremities, Red and swollen feet, Swollen knee, Thick greasy vaginal secretions...
Ban Liu Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Kidneys and expels Cold
- Warms the Ming Men Fire
- Purges Cold Accumulation
- Descends Qi
- Transforms Turbidity
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Yang Deficiency or Empty Yang
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, General cold feeling, Pale urine, Undigested food in stools, General weakness, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth...
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Middle and Augments Qi
- Raises sunken Yang
- Lifts Sunken Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Clears Heat from deficiency (sweet-warm method)
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain and distension relieved by pressure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills...
Cang Fu Dao Tan Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Dries Dampness and Transforms Phlegm
- Moves Qi and Resolves Stagnation
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue...
Chai Hu Gui Jiang Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Harmonizes the Shaoyang
- Warms Yang and Transforms Fluid Retention
- Disperses Cold
- Nourishes Yin and Generates Fluids
- Dissipates Nodules and Softens Hardness
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Interior Cold
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth, Postpartum abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Abdominal cold sensation, Hernia-Related pain, Flank pain, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Da Bu Yuan Jian
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Generates Blood
- Supplements the Liver and Kidneys
- Nourishes Essence and Blood
- Greatly Tonifies the Source Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Da Huang Fu Zi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Interior and Dispels Cold
- Purges Heat and Unblocks the Bowels
- Alleviates Pain
- Warms Yang to resolve Cold stagnation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Exterior Cold invading the Interior
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Constipation, Hypochondriac pain, Chills, Low grade fever, Cold extremities, Sweating that doesn't reduce fever...
Da Ying Jian
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Blood and Generates Essence
- Warms the Channels and Disperses Cold
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Supplements the Liver and Kidneys
- Strengthens the Sinews and Bones
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Cold in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Dang Gui Sheng Jiang Yang Rou Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Interior and Dispels Cold
- Nourishes Blood and Alleviates Pain
- Tonifies Deficiency and Strengthens the Body
- Warms the channels and promotes Blood circulation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Interior Cold
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth, Postpartum abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Abdominal cold sensation, Hernia-Related pain, Flank pain, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Dao Chi San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heart Fire
- Nourishes Yin
- Promotes Urination and Relieves Stranguria
- Clears Heat from the Heart and Small Intestine
- Cools the Blood
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Full-Heat in the Small Intestine
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Restlessness, Insomnia, Tongue ulcers, Mouth ulcers, Throat pain, Deafness...
Di Gu Pi Yin
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
- Clears Deficiency Heat
- Cools the Blood
- Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Feeling of heat, Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia...
Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Descends Qi
- Tonifies Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Directs Rebellious Qi Downward and Stops Hiccup
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression...
Er Miao San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and dries Dampness
- Clears Damp-Heat from the Lower Burner
- Dispels Dampness and Unblocks Painful Obstruction
- Secures the Kidneys and Stops Vaginal Discharge
- Kills Parasites and Eliminates Lice
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Er Xian Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Tonifies Kidney Essence
- Drains Ministerial Fire
- Secures the Chong and Ren Vessels
- Nourishes Blood
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Ge Hua Jie Cheng San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Separates and reduces alcohol-Dampness
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Relieves Alcohol Toxicity
- Promotes Urination and Drains Dampness
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat in the Stomach
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal fullness, Feeling of heaviness, Face pain, Congested nose, Thick nasal discharge...
Gui Pi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Nourishes Blood
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Tonifies Heart Qi
- Calms the Spirit
- Restores the Spleen's Governance of Blood
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Hua Ban Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat from the Qi level
- Cools the Blood
- Resolves Toxicity
- Cools the Blood and Resolves Macules
- Nourishes Yin
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Heat or Fire
How it manifests:
Burning epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth...
Huan Shao Dan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Nourishes the Heart and Calms the Spirit
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
- Benefits Essence and Fills the Marrow
- Tonifies Qi
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Kidney and Spleen Yang Deficiency with Empty Cold
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Chronic dysentery, Dark blood in stool, Mucous in feces, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Middle and Augments Qi
- Relaxes Spasms and Relieves Urgency
- Tonifies Qi and Generates Blood
- Warms Yang and Disperses Cold
- Harmonizes the Nutritive and Defensive Qi
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Yang Deficient and Cold
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Absence of thirst, Weak limbs, Cold extremities...
Huang Qin Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Stops Diarrhea
- Harmonizes the Middle Burner
- Relieves Abdominal Pain
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Heat in Lessor Yang
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Burning abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Bitter taste in the mouth, Diarrhea, Sticky taste in the mouth, Malodorous diarrhea, Anal irritation...
Huang Tu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Nourishes Blood and stops bleeding
- Restores the Spleen's Governance of Blood
- Stops Bleeding
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain and distension relieved by pressure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills...
Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Aromatically Transforms Dampness
- Disperses Wind-Cold from the Exterior
- Regulates Qi and Harmonizes the Middle Burner
- Directs Rebellious Qi Downward and Stops Vomiting
- Strengthens the Spleen and Stops Diarrhea
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Cold invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Severe epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Severe upper abdominal pain, Chills, Cold extremities, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Nausea...
Ji Chuan Jian
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Kidneys and Secures Essence
- Moistens the Intestines and Unblocks the Bowels
- Supplements Blood and lubricates dryness
- Raises Clear Yang and Descends Turbid Yin
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Directs Rebellious Qi Downward and Stops Hiccup
- Clears Stomach Heat
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Tonifies Qi
- Stops Vomiting
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression...
Liang Di Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin
- Clears Deficiency Heat
- Cools the Blood
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Feeling of heat, Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia...
Liu Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Dries Dampness
- Resolves Phlegm
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Slight abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen, Dyspepsia...
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Kidney Yin
- Supplements Liver and Spleen Yin
- Benefits Essence and Fills the Marrow
- Clears Deficiency Heat
- Drains Dampness and Resolves Turbidity
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Long Dan Xie Gan Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Drains excess Fire from the Liver and Gallbladder
- Clears Damp-Heat from the Lower Burner
- Clears Heat from the Liver channel
- Promotes Urination and Drains Dampness
- Nourishes Blood and Yin to prevent damage from bitter cold
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Feeling of heat, Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia...
Mai Men Dong Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Lung and Stomach Yin
- Clears Deficiency Heat
- Descends Qi
- Generates Fluids
- Moistens Dryness
- Descends Lung Qi and Stops Cough
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain, Epigastic pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Preference for sipping, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Qing Jing San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat from the Blood Level
- Cools the Blood
- Drains Kidney Fire
- Nourishes Yin
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Heat in the Blood
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Feeling of heat, Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia...
Qing Re Tiao Xue Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat from the Blood Level
- Cools the Blood
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Regulates menstruation
- Moves Qi and Alleviates Pain
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Qing Wei San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Stomach Heat
- Cools the Blood
- Nourishes Yin
- Resolves Toxicity
- Disperses Depressed Heat
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Heat or Fire
How it manifests:
Burning epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth...
Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Generates Blood
- Strengthens the Spleen and Lungs
- Nourishes the Heart and Calms the Spirit
- Consolidates the Exterior and Stops Sweating
- Moves Qi and Resolves Stagnation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
San Jin Pai Shi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and Promotes Urination
- Unblocks painful urinary dysfunction and expels stones
- Clears Damp-Heat from the Lower Burner
- Softens hardness and dissolves stones
- Promotes Urination and Drains Dampness
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Phlegm in Kidneys or Gallbladder
How it manifests:
Abdomen pain, Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Frequent and urgent urination, Urinary dysfunction, Hematuria
Shao Yao Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and dries Dampness
- Invigorates Blood and Moves Qi
- Resolves Toxicity
- Relieves Abdominal Pain
- Stops Dysentery
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Abdominal fullness, Diarrhea, Hematochezia, Mucous in feces, Smelly stools, Anal burning...
Sheng Yu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Nourishes Blood
- Restores the Spleen's Governance of Blood
- Nourishes Yin
- Generates Fluids
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Si Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Promotes transportation and transformation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Slight abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen, Dyspepsia...
Si Mo Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Moves Qi
- Descends Qi
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Broadens the Chest and Dissipates Nodules
- Supports the Upright and Dispels Pathogens
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression...
Si Ni San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen
- Courses the Liver and Resolves Constraint
- Transmits Yang and unblocks counterflow
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Phlegm in Kidneys or Gallbladder
How it manifests:
Abdomen pain, Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Frequent and urgent urination, Urinary dysfunction, Hematuria
Tao He Cheng Qi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Breaks Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Purges Heat from the Lower Burner
- Purges Heat and Unblocks the Bowels
- Nourishes Blood and Unblocks the Vessels
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Heat and Blood Stagnation in the Lower Burner
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Nighttime fever, Incoherent or confused speech, Irritability, Restlessness, Thirst, Amenorrhea...
Tong Xie Yao Fang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Nourishes Blood and Softens the Liver
- Drains Dampness
- Stops Diarrhea
- Moves Qi
- Relieves Abdominal Pain
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Spleen
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Abdominal distention, Alternating diarrhea and constipation, Dry stools, Excessive gas and flatulence, Generalized fatigue
Tu Si Zi Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Secures Essence and Stops Leakage
- Strengthens the Lower Back and Knees
- Tonifies the Kidneys
- Secures Essence and Stops Enuresis
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Wan Dai Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Drains Dampness
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Astringes to Stop Vaginal Discharge
- Raises Clear Yang
- Moves Qi
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue...
Wei Jing Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Lung Heat
- Resolves Phlegm
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Expels Pus
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Wen Pi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Purges Cold Accumulation
- Tonifies Qi
- Disperses Cold
- Promotes Bowel Movement
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain and distension relieved by pressure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills...
Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Lower Burner and Dispels Cold
- Drains Dampness
- Tonifies Spleen Qi
- Assists Yang
- Secures the Chong and Ren Vessels
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Cold in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Wu Ji San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Releases the Exterior and Warms the Interior
- Dispels Cold-Dampness
- Regulates Qi and Transforms Phlegm
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Promotes Digestion and Resolves Food Stagnation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Interior Cold
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth, Postpartum abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Abdominal cold sensation, Hernia-Related pain, Flank pain, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Wu Ling San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Promotes Urination and Drains Dampness
- Warms Yang and Transforms Qi
- Releases the Exterior
- Supplements Earth to Control Water
- Resolves Phlegm-Fluid Retention
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Yin Excess
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain worsen by pressure
Accompanying symptoms:
Absence of thirst, Slow and forceful movement, Polyuria, Feeling of chest oppression, Nausea, Excessive vaginal discharge...
Wu Pi Yin
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Promotes Urination and Reduces Edema
- Transforms Dampness and Moves Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Descends Lung Qi to open the water pathways
- Moves Qi and Relieves Distension
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Yin Excess
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain worsen by pressure
Accompanying symptoms:
Absence of thirst, Slow and forceful movement, Polyuria, Feeling of chest oppression, Nausea, Excessive vaginal discharge...
Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and Resolves Toxicity
- Cools the Blood
- Disperses Swelling and Dissipates Nodules
- Disperses Swelling and Dissipates Abscesses
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Toxic-Heat
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Edema, Pus and discharge, Boils, Carbuncles, Pustule...
Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Kidneys
- Benefits Essence and Fills the Marrow
- Secures Essence and Stops Leakage
- Regulates and facilitates Kidney Qi
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Xiang Ru San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Releases the Exterior and Resolves Summerheat
- Disperses Cold
- Transforms Dampness
- Harmonizes the Middle Burner
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Exterior Cold with Interior Dampness in Summer
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills with warm skin, Lack of sweating, Heavy sensation in the head, Headaches, Vomit, Diarrhea...
Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Strengthens the Spleen
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Moves Qi and Resolves Stagnation
- Dries Dampness and Transforms Phlegm
- Warms the Middle Burner
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Blurry vision, Deafness, Tinnitus, Shortness of breath...
Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Drains Dampness
- Moves Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Eliminates Focal Distention and Fullness
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Yang Deficient and Cold
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Absence of thirst, Weak limbs, Cold extremities...
Xiao Cheng Qi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Mildly Purges Heat Accumulation
- Promotes Bowel Movement
- Moves Qi and Relieves Distension
- Eliminates distention and disperses clumping
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Bright Yang Fire in Stomach and Intestines
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Afternoon fever, Excessive sweating, Sweating on limbs, Abdominal fullness, Constipation, Dry stools...
Xiao Xian Xiong Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and Transforms Phlegm
- Broadens the Chest and Dissipates Nodules
- Descends Qi and Resolves Binding
- Eliminates Focal Distention
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Feeling of heat...
Xie Huang San
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat from the Spleen and Stomach
- Clears Heat and Drains Fire from the Middle Burner
- Disperses Depressed Heat
- Awakens the Spleen and Harmonizes the Stomach
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Heat or Fire
How it manifests:
Burning epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal burning pain, Excessive thirst, Craving for cold beverages, Restlessness, Dry stools, Dry mouth...
Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Dries Dampness and Transforms Phlegm
- Nourishes and invigorates Blood
- Regulates Qi and Harmonizes the Middle Burner
- Promotes Menstruation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Lower abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue...
Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Descends Qi
- Resolves Phlegm
- Tonifies Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Eliminates Focal Distention
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression...
Xuan Yu Tong Jing Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Courses the Liver and Resolves Constraint
- Clears Liver Fire
- Regulates Qi and Promotes Menstruation
- Nourishes Blood and Softens the Liver
- Cools the Blood and Dispels Stasis
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression...
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Moves Qi and Alleviates Pain
- Opens the Chest and Disperses Stagnation
- Courses the Liver and Resolves Constraint
- Guides Herbs and Blood Downward
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Nocturnal epigastric pain, Abdominal pain worsened by pressure, Nausea or vomiting, Potential vomiting of blood, Hematochezia
Yi Guan Jian
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Liver and Kidney Yin
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Nourishes Blood and Softens the Liver
- Generates Fluids
- Courses the Liver and Drains Heat
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastic pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Yi Huang Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Secures the Kidneys and Stops Vaginal Discharge
- Clears Heat and Drains Dampness
- Secures the Chong and Ren Vessels
- Secures the Lower Burner
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain and distension relieved by pressure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills...
Yi Wei Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Protects the Stomach
- Generates Fluids
- Moistens Dryness
- Clears deficiency Heat from the Stomach
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain, Epigastic pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Preference for sipping, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Yu Lin Zhu
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Generates Blood
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Tonifies the Liver
- Secures the Chong and Ren Vessels
- Regulates menstruation
- Warms the Uterus and Promotes Fertility
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Yue Ju Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Moves Qi and Resolves Stagnation
- Resolves the Six Stagnations (Liu Yu)
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Clears Heat and Drains Fire
- Dries Dampness and strengthens the Spleen
- Promotes Digestion and Resolves Food Stagnation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain, Lower abdominal pain, Epigastic pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Zhu Yu Zhi Xue Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Stops Bleeding Without Retaining Stasis
- Cools the Blood
- Moves Qi
- Nourishes Yin and Subdues Yang
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Abdominal pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Zuo Jin Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Liver Fire
- Directs Rebellious Qi Downward and Stops Vomiting
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Drains Dampness
- Disperses Accumulations and Dissipates Nodules
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Pattern Variations
Stomach Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Epigastric pain
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Belching, Nausea, Vomit, Hiccups...
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang
Traditional formula for abdominal pain
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Heart and Calms the Spirit
- Relaxes Spasms and Relieves Urgency
- Tonifies Spleen Qi
- Nourishes Yin and Moistens Dryness
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
Bao He Wan
Traditional formula for abdominal pain
Main Actions
- Promotes Digestion and Resolves Food Stagnation
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Moves Qi
- Transforms Dampness
- Clears Heat from food stagnation
Zhi Shi Dao Zhi Wan
Traditional formula for abdominal pain
Main Actions
- Promotes Digestion and Resolves Food Stagnation
- Clears Heat and Drains Dampness
- Moves Qi and Relieves Distension
- Purges Heat and Unblocks the Bowels
- Dries Dampness in the Intestines
Gua Di San
Traditional formula for abdominal pain
Main Actions
- Induces Vomiting to Expel Phlegm
- Expels pathogenic factors from the chest
- Unblocks Qi Stagnation in the Upper Jiao
Hua Chong Wan
Traditional formula for abdominal pain
Main Actions
- Expels Parasites
- Dries Dampness
- Resolves Toxicity
Wu Mei Wan
Traditional formula for abdominal pain
Main Actions
- Warms the organs and calms roundworms
- Harmonizes Cold and Heat
- Soothes the Liver and regulates the middle
- Tonifies Qi and Generates Blood
- Astringes the Intestines and Stops Diarrhea