Abdominal Pain Due To Overeating in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different abdominal pain due to overeating patterns according to TCM theory
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Abdominal pain due to overeating is a discomfort or pain in the stomach area resulting from excessive food intake. This condition is often characterized by a sense of fullness, bloating, and discomfort in the abdomen. It occurs when the digestive system is overwhelmed by the amount of food ingested, leading to temporary digestive stagnation.
Symptoms may include epigastric pain, nausea, and a feeling of being overly full. While generally not serious, this type of abdominal pain can cause significant discomfort and disrupt daily activities.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) interprets abdominal pain due to overeating differently from Western medicine. In TCM, this symptom is seen as a manifestation of disharmony in the body’s energy flow, specifically related to the digestive system.
It is believed that overeating disrupts the balance of Qi, the vital life energy, and impairs the Spleen and Stomach's function. TCM emphasizes that symptoms are caused by various patterns of disharmony and that identifying the correct pattern is essential for effective treatment.
Herbal Formulas for Abdominal Pain Due To Overeating
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address abdominal pain due to overeating