Blurry Vision in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different blurry vision patterns according to TCM theory
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Condition Categories
Condition Categories
Blurry vision is the loss of sharpness in one’s sight, causing objects to appear out of focus and hazy. This common visual complaint can be a benign, transient condition or a sign of a more serious eye problem necessitating medical attention.
From refractive errors like myopia and hyperopia to cataracts and age-related macular degeneration, the causes of blurry vision are diverse. Understanding its origin is crucial as it affects everything from daily activities to overall quality of life.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) interprets blurry vision through a lens of energy balance. Unlike the focus on anatomical defects in Western medicine, TCM considers vision clarity as a reflection of internal health.
The concept of 'Qi', the vital life force, along with the harmony of Yin and Yang energies in the body, is central. Recognizing the specific 'pattern' behind the symptom is key because it guides how TCM practitioners approach treatment, aiming to restore the body’s equilibrium and improve vision.
TCM Patterns for Blurry Vision
Blood Deficiency
Insufficient blood to nourish the body, causing paleness, dizziness, and dryness throughout the system
Causes: Blurred vision
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
Blurred vision
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
Blurred vision
Along with: Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
Blurred vision
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, Amenorrhea, Muscle cramps, Muscle weakness, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Withered and brittle nails
Liver Blood Deficiency
Blurred vision
Along with: Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Dizziness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Amenorrhea, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Vivid dreaming
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency
Blurred vision
Along with: Fine tremor, Facial tic, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Insomnia, Scanty menstruation
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
Blurred vision
Along with: Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor constitution, Irregular periods, Amenorrhea, Lower abdominal pain
Yin Deficiency
Depletion of cooling, moistening fluids causing dryness, false heat rising, and restless agitation throughout the body
Causes: Blurred vision
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 and Liver Yin Deficiency
Blurred vision
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, Amenorrhea, Late menstruation, Infertility, Melasma
Kidney Yin Deficiency
Blurred vision
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
Liver Yin Deficiency
Blurred vision
Along with: Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Dry eyes, Night blindness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, 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
Deficiency of the Liver and Kidney Yin
Blurred vision
Along with: Sore knees, Lower back pain, Knee weakness, Dry mouth, Dry tongue, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Hair graying
Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys
Blurred vision
Along with: Dizziness, Tinnitus, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor memory, Lower back pain, Knee pain, Night sweats, Constipation, Menopausal hot flashes
Qi Deficiency
Insufficient vital energy causing fatigue, weakness, poor digestion, and reduced function of organs and protective systems
Causes: Blurred vision
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
Blurred vision
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
Gallbladder Deficiency
Blurred vision
Along with: Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of courage, Indecision, Sighing, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Early awakening, Vivid dreaming
Liver Qi Deficiency
Blurred vision
Along with: Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of courage, Indecision, Sighing, Vivid dreaming, Depression, Irritability, Hypochondriac distention, Irregular periods, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Abdominal distention
Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency
Blurred vision
Along with: Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Blurry vision, Deafness, Tinnitus, Shortness of breath, Weak voice, Pale face, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea
Wind
Causes sudden symptoms, movement disorders, and serves as the vehicle for other pathogens
Causes: Blurred vision
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.
Interior Wind
Blurred vision
Along with: Convulsions, Hand tremor, Dizziness, Paralysis, Coma, Tic disorder, Mouth deviation, Eye deviation, Tremors, Headaches, Limb numbness
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency
Blurred vision
Along with: Fine tremor, Facial tic, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Insomnia, Scanty menstruation
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
Blurred vision
Along with: Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension, Dry throat, Dry eyes, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Back pain, Oliguria, Night sweats
Yang Excess
Excessive yang energy that generates heat, agitation, and hyperactivity throughout the body systems
Causes: Blurred vision
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.
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
Blurred vision
Along with: Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension, Dry throat, Dry eyes, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Back pain, Oliguria, Night sweats
Liver Yang Rising
Blurred vision
Along with: Headaches, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Deafness, Blurry vision, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Insomnia, Irritability, Exhaustion, Anger, Stiff neck, Shoulder stiffness, Stiff upper back
Blood Stasis
Blood that is no longer flowing smoothly through the vessels
Causes: Blurred vision
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.
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
Blurred vision
Along with: Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs, Diarrhea, Emaciation, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, 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
Blurred vision
Along with: Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor constitution, Irregular periods, Amenorrhea, Lower abdominal pain
Heat
Intense, ascending pathogenic force that consumes body fluids, disturbs the mind, and accelerates all physiological processes
Causes: Blurred vision
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.
Half Exterior Half Interior
Blurred vision
Along with: Chest distension, Bitter taste in the mouth, Dry cough, Anxiety, Restlessness, Vomit, Loss of appetite, Dizziness, Blurry vision
Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys
Blurred vision
Along with: Dizziness, Tinnitus, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor memory, Lower back pain, Knee pain, Night sweats, Constipation, Menopausal hot flashes
Essence Deficiency
Depletion of the fundamental substance governing growth, development, reproduction, and aging
Causes: Blurred vision
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
Blurred vision
Along with: Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain, Infertility, Primary amenorrhea, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Absentmindness
Herbal Formulas for Blurry Vision
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address blurry vision
Si Wu Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Restores and nourishes Blood
- Stimulates Blood circulation
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Interior Wind
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Convulsions, Hand tremor, Dizziness, Paralysis, Coma, Tic disorder...
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Liver Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled...
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Fine tremor, Facial tic, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs...
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations...
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the yin and nourishes the Kidneys
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor memory, Lower back pain...
Qi Ju Di Huang Wan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Kidney and Liver Yin
- Improves vision
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Interior Wind
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Convulsions, Hand tremor, Dizziness, Paralysis, Coma, Tic disorder...
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Headaches, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Deafness, Blurry vision, Dry mouth...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Bu Gan Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies and regulates the Blood
- Nourishes the Liver Yin
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Interior Wind
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Convulsions, Hand tremor, Dizziness, Paralysis, Coma, Tic disorder...
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Fine tremor, Facial tic, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Gui Pi Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies and nourish Qi and Blood
- Tonifies Heart and Spleen
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs...
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi of the Spleen and Stomach (Middle Burner)
- Raises the Yang
- Detoxifies
- Lifts what has sunken
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Blurry vision, Deafness, Tinnitus, Shortness of breath...
Liver Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled...
E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin
- Nourishes Blood
- Calms the Liver
- Extinguishes Wind
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Interior Wind
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Convulsions, Hand tremor, Dizziness, Paralysis, Coma, Tic disorder...
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Fine tremor, Facial tic, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs...
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Suan Zao Ren Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Blood
- Calms the Mind and eliminates irritability
- Clears Heat
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Calms the Liver
- Extinguishes wind
- Invigorates the blood
- Clears heat
- Tonifies the Liver and Kidneys
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Interior Wind
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Convulsions, Hand tremor, Dizziness, Paralysis, Coma, Tic disorder...
Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Headaches, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Deafness, Blurry vision, Dry mouth...
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Pacifies the Liver
- Extinguishes Wind
- Nourishes the Yin
- Anchors the Yang
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Interior Wind
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Convulsions, Hand tremor, Dizziness, Paralysis, Coma, Tic disorder...
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Zuo Gui Wan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Strengthens the Kidneys
- Fills the Essence
- Augments the marrow
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Cools the Liver
- Extinguishes Wind
- Increases Fluids
- Relaxes the sinews
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Interior Wind
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Convulsions, Hand tremor, Dizziness, Paralysis, Coma, Tic disorder...
Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Headaches, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Deafness, Blurry vision, Dry mouth...
Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Kidney Yin and Essence
- Nourishes the Liver Blood
- Beautifies hair
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Blood
- Nourishes the Heart
- Calms the Mind
- Warms Yang
- Strengthens the Spleen and Lungs
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Yi Guan Jian
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Yin
- Spreads the Liver Qi
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Zhen Zhu Mu Wan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin and Blood
- Sedates the Heart and calms the Mind
- Calms the Liver
- Anchors the yang
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Headaches, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Deafness, Blurry vision, Dry mouth...
Da Bu Yuan Jian
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Yin and Blood
- Nourishes Qi and Yang
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Da Chai Hu Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Harmonizes and releases the Lesser Yang
- Drains internal clumping due to Heat
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Headaches, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Deafness, Blurry vision, Dry mouth...
Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Qi
- Generates Blood
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Dang Gui Shao Yao San
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Liver Blood
- Spreads the Liver Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Resolves Dampness
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs...
Er Zhi Wan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Liver Yin
- Nourishes Kidney Yin
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Deficiency of the Liver and Kidney Yin
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Sore knees, Lower back pain, Knee weakness, Dry mouth, Dry tongue, Dizziness...
Feng Yin Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Extinguishes and pacifies Wind with heavy medicinals
- Calms the Mind
- Clears Heat
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Gui Shao Di Huang Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Blood
- Nourishes Yin
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
He Che Da Zao Wan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Kidneys
- Strengthens the Directing and Penetrating Vessels
- Regulates the periods
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Huan Shao Dan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Spleen, Heart and Kidneys
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
- Augments Qi
- Tonifies Yang
- Promotes Longevity
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Ming Mu Di Huang Wan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Liver
- Enriches the Kidneys
- Improves the vision
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Qing Gu San
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat from Deficiency
- Alleviates steaming bone disorder
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Ren Shen Zi Xie Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Blood
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Blood and augments the Yin
- Moderates painful spasms
- Alleviates pain
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs...
Sheng Yu Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Blood
- Preserves the Blood
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Shi Quan Da Bu Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies Qi
- Warms and tonifies Blood
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Tao Hong Si Wu Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Blood and regulates the Liver
- Moves Qi and Blood in the lower abdomen
- Stops pain
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations...
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Yin
- Nourishes the Blood
- Clears Heat
- Calms the Mind
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor memory, Lower back pain...
Tiao Gan Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Kidney and Liver Yin
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Tu Si Zi Wan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Kidneys
- Prevents abnormal leakage such as urinary incontinence or seminal emissions
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Wen Dan Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Phlegm
- Clears Gallbladder
- Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Gallbladder Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of courage, Indecision, Sighing, Dizziness...
Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Strengthens the Essence
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Xiao Chai Hu Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Treats the Lesser Yang Channels (Gallbladder and Triple Warmer)
- Regulates the Liver and Spleen functions
- Addresses combined Yin-Yang symptoms of External and Internal, Excess and Deficiency, and Hot and Cold
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Half Exterior Half Interior
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Bitter taste in the mouth, Dry cough, Anxiety, Restlessness, Vomit...
Xiao Yao San
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Harmonizes the function of Liver and Spleen
- Relieves Liver Qi stagnation
- Nourishes the Blood
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled...
Zhen Xin An Shen Tang
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Anchors the Heart and calms the Mind
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Headaches, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Deafness, Blurry vision, Dry mouth...
Zuo Gui Yin
Addresses these blurry vision patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Tonifies the Kidneys
Addresses These Blurry Vision Pattern Variations
Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Blurred vision
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache...
Chai Hu Gui Zhi Tang
Traditional formula for blurry vision
Main Actions
- Harmonizes the Lessor Yang and Greater Yang Stage
- Releases the Exterior and muscle layer
- Harmonizes the Liver, Spleen and Intestines
- Dispels Water Accumulation