Acute Urinary Retention in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different acute urinary retention patterns according to TCM theory
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Acute urinary retention, an emergent urological condition, manifests as an abrupt and painful inability to urinate. This sudden blockage disrupts the normal flow of urine, necessitating immediate medical attention to relieve the distress and potential bladder damage. This is a severe and more immediate version of urinary retention, which can have various underlying causes and may lead to complications if not promptly addressed.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acute urinary retention is seen not merely as a singular physical ailment but as a symptom of underlying imbalances within the body’s energetic pathways.
TCM practitioners look beyond the physical manifestation to diagnose the root cause as a disharmony in the body's Qi, the vital life force. The key to treatment in TCM lies in identifying the specific pattern of disharmony, which dictates a tailored treatment approach to restore balance and flow within the body.
Herbal Formulas for Acute Urinary Retention
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address acute urinary retention