Amenorrhea in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different amenorrhea patterns according to TCM theory
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Amenorrhea, a term that might not frequently headline health sections, still concerns a significant number of women worldwide. It describes a condition where an individual misses one or more menstrual periods. Women typically experience this absence of menstruation in two forms: primary, where menstruation never begins by the age of 15 or secondary, where periods that were previously regular cease for three months or longer. The condition encompasses various experiences from delayed to completely missed periods, impacting not just physical health but often emotional well-being.
From the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), amenorrhea isn't just an isolated symptom; it's a signal of deeper imbalances within the body's energy systems. TCM delves into the harmony of Qi (vital energy), Blood, Yin, and Yang, seeing amenorrhea as a result of disharmony among these elements.
The TCM approach prioritizes understanding the individual's unique pattern of disharmony—be it a Deficiency in Blood, a Stagnation of Qi, or an imbalance in Yin and Yang—to tailor a treatment that addresses the root cause, not just the symptoms.
TCM Patterns for Amenorrhea
Blood Deficiency
Insufficient blood to nourish the body, causing paleness, dizziness, and dryness throughout the system
Causes: absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods, No period, No menstruation by 18
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.
Qi and Blood Deficiency
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods
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
Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Along with: Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
Amenorrhea
Along with: Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety, Easily startled, Dull pale complexion, Pale lips, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Tingling of limbs, Limb numbness, Scanty menstruation, Muscle cramps, Muscle weakness, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Withered and brittle nails
Liver Blood Deficiency
Amenorrhea
Along with: Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Dizziness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Vivid dreaming
Pericardium Blood Deficiency
Amenorrhea
Along with: Chest distension, Chest stiffness, Chest pain, Palpitations, Insomnia, Poor memory
Spleen Blood Deficiency
Amenorrhea
Along with: Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Weak limbs, Diarrhea, Depression, Emaciation, Scanty menstruation, Insomnia, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency
No period
Along with: Fine tremor, Facial tic, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Insomnia, Scanty menstruation
Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
Amenorrhea, absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, No menstruation by 18
Along with: Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Dizziness, Depression, Apathy, Chills, Dark face, Dry mouth
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
Amenorrhea
Along with: Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor constitution, Irregular periods, Lower abdominal pain, Muscle contractions
Yin Deficiency
Depletion of cooling, moistening fluids causing dryness, false heat rising, and restless agitation throughout the body
Causes: absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
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.
Lung Yin Deficiency
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods
Along with: Hoarse voice, Itchy throat, Dislike of speaking, Thin chest
Heart Yin Deficiency
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods
Along with: Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Feeling of heat, Heat sensation in palms, Hysteria, Neurasthenia
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Along with: Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Dry eyes, Blurry vision, Dry throat, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Withered and brittle nails, Vaginal dryness, Night sweats, Dry stools, Nocturnal emission, Scanty menstruation, Late menstruation, Infertility, Melasma
Liver Yin Deficiency
Amenorrhea
Along with: Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Dry eyes, Night blindness, Scanty menstruation, Dull pale complexion, Flushed cheekbones, Muscle weakness, Muscle cramps, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Night sweats, Vivid dreaming, Afternoon fever, Hot palms and soles, Preference for sipping
Kidney-Deficiency
Amenorrhea
Along with: Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Frequent urination, Late menstruation, Chills, Cold extremities
Blood Stasis
Blood that is no longer flowing smoothly through the vessels
Causes: absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, Absence of menstruation
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
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
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, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Irregular periods, Melasma
Blood Stagnation
Absence of menstruation
Along with: Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Lumps
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
Amenorrhea
Along with: Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs, Diarrhea, Emaciation, Scanty menstruation, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Muscle cramps, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
Amenorrhea
Along with: Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor constitution, Irregular periods, Lower abdominal pain, Muscle contractions
Heat and Blood Stagnation in the Lower Burner
Amenorrhea
Along with: Lower abdominal pain, Nighttime fever, Incoherent or confused speech, Irritability, Restlessness, Thirst, Menstrual cramps, Uterine fibroids, Retained placenta, Prolonged lochia
Qi Deficiency
Insufficient vital energy causing fatigue, weakness, poor digestion, and reduced function of organs and protective systems
Causes: absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
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
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods
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
Qi Deficiency
Amenorrhea
Along with: General weakness, Weak voice, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Dislike of speaking, Spontaneous sweat, Frequent colds or flu, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of breath
Spleen Deficiency
Amenorrhea
Along with: Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge, Loss of appetite, Dull shallow face, Weak limbs, Edema
Essence Deficiency
Depletion of the fundamental substance governing growth, development, reproduction, and aging
Causes: Primary amenorrhoea, Amenorrhea, absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, No menstruation by 18
Essence Deficiency is a fundamental pattern category in Traditional Chinese Medicine involving insufficient Jing (精), the vital substance that governs human growth, development, reproduction, and the aging process. Jing forms the material foundation of life itself, stored primarily in the Kidneys, and manifests throughout the body as the source of constitutional strength and vitality.
Kidney Essence Deficiency
Primary amenorrhoea
Along with: Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain, Infertility, Primary amenorrhea, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Absentmindness
Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
Amenorrhea, absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, No menstruation by 18
Along with: Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Dizziness, Depression, Apathy, Chills, Dark face, Dry mouth
Qi Stagnation
Blocked or disrupted flow of vital energy causing distending pain, emotional distress, and symptoms that worsen with stress
Causes: absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
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
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
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, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Irregular periods, Melasma
Qi Stagnation
delayed periods, late periods
Along with: General fullness, Moving pain, Depression, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Cold
Congeals body fluids, damages Yang Qi, and causes pain with fixed location
Causes: No period, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
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.
Cold in the Uterus
No period, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Along with: Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Empty-Cold
No period
Along with: Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face, Absence of thirst, Apathy, Excessive sweating, Diarrhea, Clear urination, Frequent urination
Phlegm
Thick, sticky pathological fluid that obstructs body functions and can manifest anywhere in the body
Causes: absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
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
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Along with: Late menstruation, 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
Yang Deficiency
Insufficient yang qi causing coldness, fatigue, and diminished physiological functions throughout the body
Causes: Absence of menstruation, delayed periods, late periods
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
Absence of menstruation, delayed periods, late periods
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
Dampness
Heavy, sticky moisture that obstructs body functions and creates sluggishness
Causes: absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
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-Phlegm in the Uterus
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Along with: Late menstruation, 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
Heat
Intense, ascending pathogenic force that consumes body fluids, disturbs the mind, and accelerates all physiological processes
Causes: Amenorrhea
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.
Heat and Blood Stagnation in the Lower Burner
Amenorrhea
Along with: Lower abdominal pain, Nighttime fever, Incoherent or confused speech, Irritability, Restlessness, Thirst, Menstrual cramps, Uterine fibroids, Retained placenta, Prolonged lochia
Wind
Causes sudden symptoms, movement disorders, and serves as the vehicle for other pathogens
Causes: No period
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.
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency
No period
Along with: Fine tremor, Facial tic, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Insomnia, Scanty menstruation
Herbal Formulas for Amenorrhea
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address amenorrhea
Si Wu Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Blood
- Nourishes Blood and Alleviates Pain
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations...
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
No period
Accompanying symptoms:
Fine tremor, Facial tic, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs...
Cold in the Uterus
How it manifests:
No period, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Gui Pi Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs...
Spleen Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Weak limbs, Diarrhea...
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia
Bu Gan Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Liver Blood
- Softens and Relaxes the Sinews
- Brightens the Eyes
- Nourishes Yin and Generates Fluids
- Calms the Spirit
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
No period
Accompanying symptoms:
Fine tremor, Facial tic, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs...
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue...
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge...
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea, absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, No menstruation by 18
Accompanying symptoms:
Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Dizziness, Depression...
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia
Suan Zao Ren Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Blood and Calms the Spirit
- Clears deficiency Heat and eliminates irritability
- Nourishes Liver Blood
- Calms the Heart and Quiets the Spirit
- Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Zuo Gui Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Kidney Yin
- Benefits Essence and Fills the Marrow
- Nourishes Blood
- Tonifies the Liver
- Strengthens the Lower Back and Knees
- Astringes and Secures Essence
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney-Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus...
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Primary amenorrhoea
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Chai Hu Shu Gan San
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Depression, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Dan Shen Yin
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Moves Qi
- Alleviates Pain
- Regulates Qi and Harmonizes the Middle Burner
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
He Che Da Zao Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin
- Clears Deficiency Heat
- Tonifies the Kidneys
- Tonifies Lung Qi
- Nourishes Essence and Blood
- Strengthens the Sinews and Bones
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea, absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, No menstruation by 18
Accompanying symptoms:
Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Dizziness, Depression...
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Supplements the Liver and Kidneys
- Nourishes Essence and Blood
- Blackens the Hair and Beard
- Strengthens the Sinews and Bones
- Secures Essence and Stops Seminal Emission
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Primary amenorrhoea
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Qi Ju Di Huang Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Liver and Kidney Yin
- Brightens the Eyes
- Clears Liver Heat
- Tonifies Kidney Essence
- Calms the Liver and Subdues Yang
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia
Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Warms the Channels and Disperses Cold
- Moves Qi and Alleviates Pain
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Cold in the Uterus
How it manifests:
No period, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Tao He Cheng Qi Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Heat and Blood Stagnation in the Lower Burner
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower abdominal pain, Nighttime fever, Incoherent or confused speech, Irritability, Restlessness, Thirst...
Tao Hong Si Wu Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations...
Wan Dai Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge...
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue...
Wu Yao Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Moves Qi
- Regulates menstruation
- Alleviates Pain
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Nourishes and invigorates Blood
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Depression, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Yi Guan Jian
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
You Gui Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Kidney-Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus...
Bai He Gu Jin Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin and Moistens Dryness
- Nourishes Kidney Yin
- Resolves Phlegm and Stops Cough
- Clears Deficiency Heat
- Cools the Blood and Stops Bleeding
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Lung Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Hoarse voice, Itchy throat, Dislike of speaking, Thin chest
Ban Liu Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Kidneys and expels Cold
- Warms the Ming Men Fire
- Purges Cold Accumulation
- Descends Qi
- Transforms Turbidity
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Empty-Cold
How it manifests:
No period
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face, Absence of thirst, Apathy, Excessive sweating...
Cang Fu Dao Tan Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Dries Dampness and Transforms Phlegm
- Moves Qi and Resolves Stagnation
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue...
Da Bu Yuan Jian
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia
Da Huang Mu Dan Pi Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat from Blood Stasis
- Purges Heat and Unblocks the Bowels
- Disperses Swelling and Dissipates Nodules
- Expels pus and resolves intestinal abscess
- Clears Damp-Heat from the intestines
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Transforms and Expels Blood Stasis
- Invigorates Blood and Unblocks the Channels and Collaterals
- Clears Heat from Blood Stasis
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
- Removes Stasis and Generates New Blood
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Da Jian Zhong Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Tonifies Qi
- Descends Qi
- Disperses Cold
- Alleviates Pain
- Stops Vomiting
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Empty-Cold
How it manifests:
No period
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face, Absence of thirst, Apathy, Excessive sweating...
Da Ying Jian
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Cold in the Uterus
How it manifests:
No period, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Nourishes Blood
- Secures the Exterior
- Clears Deficiency Heat
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia
Dang Gui Di Huang Yin
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Kidneys
- Strengthens the Lower Back and Knees
- Nourishes Blood
- Nourishes Liver and Kidney Yin
- Strengthens the Sinews and Bones
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea, absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, No menstruation by 18
Accompanying symptoms:
Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Dizziness, Depression...
Dang Gui Shao Yao San
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Blood and Softens the Liver
- Strengthens the Spleen and Resolves Dampness
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Promotes Urination
- Relieves Abdominal Pain
- Calms the Fetus
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs...
Di Dang Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Breaks Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Purges accumulated Blood from the Lower Burner
- Clears Heat from the Blood Level
- Unblocks the Channels and Collaterals
- Promotes Menstruation
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
- Softens the Liver and extinguishes Wind
- Subdues Floating Yang
- Calms the Spirit
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
No period
Accompanying symptoms:
Fine tremor, Facial tic, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs...
Er Zhi Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Liver and Kidney Yin
- Tonifies the Kidneys
- Tonifies the Liver
- Cools the Blood
- Stops Bleeding
- Blackens the Hair and Beard
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney-Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus...
Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Gui Shao Di Huang Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Liver and Kidney Yin
- Nourishes Blood
- Nourishes Blood and Softens the Liver
- Clears Deficiency Heat
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Guo Qi Yin
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Blood
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Moves Qi
- Regulates menstruation
- Warms the Channels and Disperses Cold
- Promotes Menstruation
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Hai Tong Pi Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Dispels Wind-Dampness
- Unblocks the Channels and Collaterals
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Reduces Swelling and Alleviates Pain
- Warms the Channels and Disperses Cold
- Softens and Relaxes the Sinews
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Huan Shao Dan
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Primary amenorrhoea
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and warms the channels
- Harmonizes the Nutritive and Defensive Qi
- Nourishes Blood and dispels obstruction (Bi)
- Warms the Channels and Disperses Cold
- Warms and Unblocks Yang
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Empty-Cold
How it manifests:
No period
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face, Absence of thirst, Apathy, Excessive sweating...
Jia Wei Xiao Yao San
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Liang Di Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin
- Clears Deficiency Heat
- Cools the Blood
- Regulates menstruation
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney-Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus...
Liu Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Dries Dampness
- Resolves Phlegm
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Weak voice, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Dislike of speaking, Spontaneous sweat...
Qi Li San
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Reduces Swelling
- Alleviates Pain
- Stops Bleeding
- Moves Qi
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Qing Gu San
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Deficiency Heat
- Clears Deficiency Heat and Reduces Steaming Bone Disorder
- Nourishes Yin and Subdues Yang
- Vents Pathogenic Heat Outward
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
San Zhong Kui Jian Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and Resolves Toxicity
- Dissipates Nodules and Softens Hardness
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Reduces swelling and induces ulceration
- Harmonizes the Shaoyang
- Resolves Phlegm and Disperses Accumulation
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Relaxes Spasms and Relieves Urgency
- Nourishes Yin and Generates Fluids
- Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen
- Nourishes Blood and moistens the sinews
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs...
Shen Qi Si Wu Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Generates Blood
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Regulates menstruation
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Supplements the source of Blood production
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Pericardium Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest stiffness, Chest pain, Palpitations, Insomnia, Poor memory
Shen Tong Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Unblocks the Channels and Alleviates Pain
- Moves Qi and Alleviates Pain
- Dispels Wind-Dampness
- Unblocks the Channels and Collaterals
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Sheng Yu Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Nourishes Blood
- Restores the Spleen's Governance of Blood
- Nourishes Yin
- Generates Fluids
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Shi Quan Da Bu Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Generates Blood
- Strengthens the Spleen and Lungs
- Nourishes Blood and regulates menstruation
- Secures the Exterior
- Promotes Tissue Regeneration and Heals Sores
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Shi Xiao San
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Dissipates Nodules and Softens Hardness
- Alleviates Pain
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Si Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Promotes transportation and transformation
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Weak voice, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Dislike of speaking, Spontaneous sweat...
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin
- Nourishes Blood
- Tonifies Heart Qi
- Calms the Spirit
- Clears Deficiency Heat
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Heart Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Feeling of heat, Heat sensation in palms, Hysteria, Neurasthenia
Tiao Gan Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Liver Blood
- Nourishes Kidney Yin
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Nourishes Blood and Alleviates Pain
- Secures the Chong and Ren Vessels
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Tu Si Zi Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Primary amenorrhoea
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Wei Jing Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Lung Heat
- Resolves Phlegm
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Expels Pus
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Wei Ling Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue...
Wen Jing Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Cold in the Uterus
How it manifests:
No period, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Cold in the Uterus
How it manifests:
No period, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Thin vaginal discharge
Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Kidneys
- Benefits Essence and Fills the Marrow
- Secures Essence and Stops Leakage
- Regulates and facilitates Kidney Qi
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Primary amenorrhoea
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue...
Xiao Yao San
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Depression, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Dries Dampness and Transforms Phlegm
- Nourishes and invigorates Blood
- Regulates Qi and Harmonizes the Middle Burner
- Promotes Menstruation
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea, delayed periods, late periods
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue...
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Yi Huang Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge...
Yu Lin Zhu
Addresses these amenorrhea 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 Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Absence of menstruation
Accompanying symptoms:
Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps...
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Calms the Liver and Extinguishes Wind
- Subdues Floating Yang
- Nourishes Yin
- Anchors and Calms the Spirit
- Directs Blood and Qi downward
- Clears Liver Heat
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Zhen Zhu Mu Wan
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Calms the Liver and Subdues Yang
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
- Anchors and Calms the Spirit
- Extinguishes Wind and Stops Spasms
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Zuo Gui Yin
Addresses these amenorrhea patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Kidney Yin
- Supplements True Yin
- Supplements the Liver and Kidneys
- Tonifies Spleen Qi
- Benefits Essence and Fills the Marrow
Addresses These Amenorrhea Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
absence of menstruation, amenorrhoea, no menstruation, no periods, absence of periods, Amenorrhea
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Ping Wei San
Traditional formula for amenorrhea
Main Actions
- Dries Dampness
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Moves Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Eliminates Focal Distention and Fullness
- Transforms Dampness and Resolves Turbidity