Abnormal Vaginal Discharge in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different abnormal vaginal discharge patterns according to TCM theory
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Abnormal vaginal discharge represents a deviation from the typical secretions produced by the vagina, characterized by changes in color, consistency, volume, or odor. It can manifest as excessive, turbid, or discolored discharge, including hues of yellow, green, brown, or even the presence of blood. Such changes often signal underlying health conditions, ranging from infections to hormonal imbalances, and warrant a closer medical examination to determine their cause and appropriate treatment.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perceives abnormal vaginal discharge as a symptom of internal imbalance within the body's energetic system. According to TCM, this condition arises from disharmonies related to Qi, Blood, Yin, Yang, and the presence of pathological factors like Dampness, Heat, or Cold. Diagnosing the specific pattern of disharmony is crucial in TCM, as it guides the tailored treatment strategy aimed at correcting the imbalance and restoring the body’s natural state of health.
TCM Patterns for Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
Heat
Intense, ascending pathogenic force that consumes body fluids, disturbs the mind, and accelerates all physiological processes
Causes: abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow or brown vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge, Five colour vaginal discharge, Yellow vaginal discharge, Thick yellow smelly vaginal discharge, Foul-smelling leukorrhea
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
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow or brown vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
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
Toxic-Heat
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, Five colour vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
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
Damp-Heat in the Liver
Yellow vaginal discharge
Along with: Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Abdominal fullness, Lower abdominal fullness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Sticky taste in the mouth, Loss of appetite, Nausea, Feeling of heaviness, Vaginal itching, Vulvar eczema, Vulvar sores, Bleeding between periods, Midcycle bleeding pain, Red and swollen scrotum, Red and swelling genital, Papules, Itchy vesicular rashes, Urinary dysfunction, Urinary burning, Dark urine
Damp-Heat in the Liver Channel
Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Along with: Vulvar itching, Painful intercourse, Restlessness, Irritability, Insomnia, Dark urine, Excessive vaginal discharge, Foul-Smelling vaginal discharge, Vaginal itching
Damp-Heat in the Lower Burner
Thick yellow smelly vaginal discharge
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 Excess in the Liver or Gallbladder
Foul-smelling leukorrhea
Along with: Hypochondriac pain, Headaches, Dizziness, Red and irritated eyes, Hearing loss, Ear swelling, Bitter taste in the mouth, Irritability, Painful urination, Swollen and itchy external genitalia
Dampness
Heavy, sticky moisture that obstructs body functions and creates sluggishness
Causes: abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow or brown vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge, Yellow vaginal discharge, Brown vaginal discharge, Thick yellow smelly vaginal discharge
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
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow or brown vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
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 Liver
Yellow vaginal discharge
Along with: Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Abdominal fullness, Lower abdominal fullness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Sticky taste in the mouth, Loss of appetite, Nausea, Feeling of heaviness, Vaginal itching, Vulvar eczema, Vulvar sores, Bleeding between periods, Midcycle bleeding pain, Red and swollen scrotum, Red and swelling genital, Papules, Itchy vesicular rashes, Urinary dysfunction, Urinary burning, Dark urine
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
Brown vaginal discharge
Along with: Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, 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 in the Liver Channel
Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Along with: Vulvar itching, Painful intercourse, Restlessness, Irritability, Insomnia, Dark urine, Excessive vaginal discharge, Foul-Smelling vaginal discharge, Vaginal itching
Spleen Deficiency with Dampness
Smelly Vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Along with: Edema, Feeling of heaviness, Diarrhea, Urinary dysfunction, Glomerulonephritis, Kidney infection, Nephrotic syndrome, Cystitis, Hydrocele, Migraine
Damp-Heat in the Lower Burner
Thick yellow smelly vaginal discharge
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
Qi Deficiency
Insufficient vital energy causing fatigue, weakness, poor digestion, and reduced function of organs and protective systems
Causes: abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, White vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge
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.
Spleen Deficiency
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, White vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Along with: Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Weak limbs, Edema, Back pain
Spleen Deficiency with Dampness
Smelly Vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Along with: Edema, Feeling of heaviness, Diarrhea, Urinary dysfunction, Glomerulonephritis, Kidney infection, Nephrotic syndrome, Cystitis, Hydrocele, Migraine
Yang Deficiency
Insufficient yang qi causing coldness, fatigue, and diminished physiological functions throughout the body
Causes: abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Clear white vaginal discharge
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
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge
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
Yang Deficiency or Empty Yang
Clear white vaginal discharge
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
Qi Stagnation
Blocked or disrupted flow of vital energy causing distending pain, emotional distress, and symptoms that worsen with stress
Causes: abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Yellow vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge, Red and white vaginal discharge
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.
Liver Qi Stagnation
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Yellow vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
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
Blood and Qi Deficiency with Blood Stagnation
Red and white vaginal discharge
Along with: Loss of appetite, Weak limbs, Lower back pain, Abdominal distention, Irregular periods, Infertility
Blood Stasis
Blood that is no longer flowing smoothly through the vessels
Causes: Brown vaginal discharge, Red and white vaginal discharge
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.
Blood Stagnation in the Directing and Penetrating Vessels
Brown vaginal discharge
Along with: Irregular periods, Dark menstrual clots, Menstrual cramps, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Lower abdominal pain, Umbilical pain, Breast engorgement, Breast pain, Anxiety
Blood and Qi Deficiency with Blood Stagnation
Red and white vaginal discharge
Along with: Loss of appetite, Weak limbs, Lower back pain, Abdominal distention, Irregular periods, Infertility
Yin Deficiency
Depletion of cooling, moistening fluids causing dryness, false heat rising, and restless agitation throughout the body
Causes: abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, White vaginal discharge
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.
Kidney Yin Deficiency
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, White vaginal discharge
Along with: Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation, Scanty and dark urine, Infertility, Premature ejaculation, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Depression, Anxiety, Heat sensation in palms, Evening heat sensation, Flushed cheekbones, Menopausal hot flashes, Preference for sipping, Evening anxiety
Yin Excess
Pathological accumulation of cold, heavy substances causing stagnation, obstruction, and suppression of yang energy with internal cold manifestations
Causes: Heavy vaginal discharge
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
Heavy vaginal discharge
Along with: Absence of thirst, Slow and forceful movement, Epigastric pain worsen by pressure, Polyuria, Feeling of chest oppression, Nausea, Excessive vaginal discharge, Loss of appetite, Pain relieved by heat, Chills, Cold extremities, Pale urine
Yang Excess
Excessive yang energy that generates heat, agitation, and hyperactivity throughout the body systems
Causes: Yellow vaginal discharge
Yang Excess represents pathological hyperactivity of the body's yang qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It manifests as excessive heat, inflammation, and overstimulation that disrupts the normal balance between yin and yang, causing various acute and intense symptoms.
Yang Excess or Full Yang
Yellow vaginal discharge
Along with: Feeling of heat, Hyperactivity, Lack of sweating, Heat intolerance, Constipation
Phlegm
Thick, sticky pathological fluid that obstructs body functions and can manifest anywhere in the body
Causes: Brown vaginal discharge
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."
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
Brown vaginal discharge
Along with: Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, 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
Blood Deficiency
Insufficient blood to nourish the body, causing paleness, dizziness, and dryness throughout the system
Causes: Red and white vaginal discharge
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 and Qi Deficiency with Blood Stagnation
Red and white vaginal discharge
Along with: Loss of appetite, Weak limbs, Lower back pain, Abdominal distention, Irregular periods, Infertility
Herbal Formulas for Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address abnormal vaginal discharge
Ba Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Yang
- Warms the Kidneys and lower extremities
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, White vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Yang Deficiency or Empty Yang
How it manifests:
Clear white vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, General cold feeling, Pale urine, Undigested food in stools, General weakness, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth...
Er Miao San
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Expels Dampness from the Lower Burner
- Drains Heat from the Lower Burner
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow or brown vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Damp-Heat in the Lower Burner
How it manifests:
Thick yellow smelly vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Scanty and yellow urine, Lower back pain, Weakness of lower extremities, Red and swollen feet, Swollen knee, Thick greasy vaginal secretions...
Xiao Yao San
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Harmonizes the function of Liver and Spleen
- Relieves Liver Qi stagnation
- Nourishes the Blood
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Yellow vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow or brown vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Yi Huang Tang
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Dries Dampness
- Clears Heat
- Stops vaginal discharge
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, White vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Amenorrhea...
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow or brown vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Blood
- Invigorates the Blood
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Blood and Qi Deficiency with Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Red and white vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Weak limbs, Lower back pain, Abdominal distention, Irregular periods, Infertility
Ban Liu Wan
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Fortifies the Fire at the Gate of Vitality
- Expels Cold
- Unblocks the Yang
- Drains Turbidity
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Yang Deficiency or Empty Yang
How it manifests:
Clear white vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, General cold feeling, Pale urine, Undigested food in stools, General weakness, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth...
Bi Xie Fen Qing Yin
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Warms the Kidneys
- Drains Dampness
- Separates the clear from the turbid
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency with Dampness
How it manifests:
Smelly Vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Edema, Feeling of heaviness, Diarrhea, Urinary dysfunction, Glomerulonephritis, Kidney infection...
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi of the Spleen and Stomach (Middle Burner)
- Raises the Yang
- Detoxifies
- Lifts what has sunken
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, White vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Amenorrhea...
Cang Fu Dao Tan Wan
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Resolves Dampness and Phlegm
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Brown vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest...
Da Cheng Qi Tang
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Purges Heat from the Stomach and Intestines
- Relieves constipation
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Yang Excess or Full Yang
How it manifests:
Yellow vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Feeling of heat, Hyperactivity, Lack of sweating, Heat intolerance, Constipation
Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates the Blood
- Transforms Blood Stasis
- Softens lumps
- Reduces fixed abdominal pain
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation in the Directing and Penetrating Vessels
How it manifests:
Brown vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Irregular periods, Dark menstrual clots, Menstrual cramps, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Lower abdominal pain...
Liu Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen and Stomach
- Clears Phlegm and mucus
- Promotes appetite
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency with Dampness
How it manifests:
Smelly Vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Edema, Feeling of heaviness, Diarrhea, Urinary dysfunction, Glomerulonephritis, Kidney infection...
Qing Re Tiao Xue Tang
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Expel Dampness
- Relieve pain
- Move Qi and Blood
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow or brown vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Wan Dai Tang
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Middle Burner
- Removes Dampness
- Stops vaginal discharge
- Strengthens the Spleen
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, White vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Amenorrhea...
Wu Ling San
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Promotes urination,
- Warms the Yang
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Promotes Qi transformation function
- Drains Dampness
- Clears edema
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Yin Excess
How it manifests:
Heavy vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Absence of thirst, Slow and forceful movement, Epigastric pain worsen by pressure, Polyuria, Feeling of chest oppression, Nausea...
Wu Pi Yin
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Reduces edema, diuretic
- Regulates and strengthens Spleen Qi
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Yin Excess
How it manifests:
Heavy vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Absence of thirst, Slow and forceful movement, Epigastric pain worsen by pressure, Polyuria, Feeling of chest oppression, Nausea...
Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Resolves Toxicity
- Cools the Blood
- Reduces swelling
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Toxic-Heat
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, Five colour vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge, Smelly Vaginal discharge, Yellow vaginal discharge, Sticky vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Edema, Pus and discharge, Boils, Carbuncles, Pustule...
Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Strengthens the Essence
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, white vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Resolves Damp-Phlegm
- Nourishes Blood
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Brown vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest...
Yin Chen Hao Tang
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears heat
- Resolves dampness
- Reduces jaundice
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat in the Liver
How it manifests:
Yellow vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Abdominal fullness, Lower abdominal fullness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Sticky taste in the mouth, Loss of appetite...
You Gui Wan
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies Kidney Yang
- Replenishes the Essence
- Tonifies the Blood
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Yang Deficiency or Empty Yang
How it manifests:
Clear white vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, General cold feeling, Pale urine, Undigested food in stools, General weakness, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth...
Zuo Gui Wan
Addresses these abnormal vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Strengthens the Kidneys
- Fills the Essence
- Augments the marrow
Addresses These Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
abnormal vaginal discharge, excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge, White vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Wen Jing Tang
Traditional formula for abnormal vaginal discharge
Main Actions
- Warms the Uterus and vessels
- Nourishes Blood
- Dispels Cold
- Dispels Blood Stagnation