Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns according to TCM theory
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Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth is a symptom that describes discomfort or ache in the abdominal area that decreases or subsides with the application of warmth or physical pressure.
This type of pain is distinct because it suggests that warmth or pressure somehow mitigates the discomfort, hinting at underlying conditions that respond to these specific interventions. In clinical terms, such pain might indicate various digestive or muscular issues, and its relief through warmth or pressure offers clues to its origins.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) interprets abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth through the lens of energy flow, or Qi, and the balance of Yin and Yang within the body. This symptom is often seen as indicative of underlying Yang Deficiency or Cold invading the body's interior.
TCM posits that the application of warmth and pressure helps to dispel Cold and support Yang, thereby alleviating pain. This perspective underscores the importance of identifying and correcting imbalances within the body's energy system to address symptoms and restore health.
TCM Patterns for Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth
Yang Deficiency
Causes: abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth, Abdominal pain and distension 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
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
Cold
Causes: abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Interior Cold
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Along with: Postpartum abdominal pain, 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
Herbal Formulas for Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Tao Hua Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle
- Dispels Cold
- Binds up the bowels and stops dysenteric disorders
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth 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
Huan Shao Dan
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Spleen, Heart and Kidneys
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
- Augments Qi
- Tonifies Yang
- Promotes Longevity
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth 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
Dang Gui Sheng Jiang Yang Rou Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Interior
- Nourishes the Blood
- Alleviates Pain
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth Pattern Variations
Interior Cold
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Postpartum abdominal pain, Abdominal cold sensation, Hernia-Related pain, Flank pain, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Ba Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Yang
- Warms the Kidneys and lower extremities
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth 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...
Wu Ji San
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Releases the Exterior
- Warms the Interior
- Smoothes the flow of Qi
- Transforms Phlegm
- Invigorates the Blood
- Reduces Stagnation
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth Pattern Variations
Interior Cold
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Postpartum abdominal pain, Abdominal cold sensation, Hernia-Related pain, Flank pain, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
You Gui Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies Kidney Yang
- Replenishes the Essence
- Tonifies the Blood
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth 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...
Chai Hu Gui Jiang Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Harmonizes and releases the Lesser Yang
- Removes Stagnation
- Warms the Interior
- Dispels Cold
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth Pattern Variations
Interior Cold
How it manifests:
abdominal pain relieved by presure and warmth
Accompanying symptoms:
Postpartum abdominal pain, Abdominal cold sensation, Hernia-Related pain, Flank pain, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth
Ban Liu Wan
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Fortifies the Fire at the Gate of Vitality
- Expels Cold
- Unblocks the Yang
- Drains Turbidity
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth 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...
Zhen Wu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies the Yang and Qi of the Spleen and Kidneys
- Eliminates Dampness
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth 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...
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi of the Spleen and Stomach (Middle Burner)
- Raises the Yang
- Detoxifies
- Lifts what has sunken
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth 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 Huang Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Dries Dampness
- Clears Heat
- Stops vaginal discharge
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth 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...
Huang Tu Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Yang
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Nourishes the Blood
- Stops bleeding
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth 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 Pi Tang
Addresses these abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies the Spleen Yang
- Clears Cold Evil
Addresses These Abdominal Pain Relieved By Pressure And Warmth 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...