Excessive Vaginal Discharge in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different excessive vaginal discharge patterns according to TCM theory
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Condition Categories
Condition Categories
Excessive vaginal discharge is characterized by an increase in the volume of secretions produced by the vagina, surpassing normal levels and often accompanied by changes in color, consistency, or odor. This condition can signal various underlying health issues, from hormonal imbalances and infections to more serious gynecological conditions. It's essential for women experiencing such symptoms to seek medical evaluation to determine the cause and appropriate treatment.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches excessive vaginal discharge as an indication of imbalance within the body's internal systems. According to TCM, such symptoms arise from disharmonies related to Qi (vital energy), Blood, Yin, Yang, and Dampness or Heat accumulation.
Identifying the specific pattern of disharmony is crucial for effective treatment in TCM, emphasizing the importance of restoring balance and harmony to alleviate the symptom and improve overall health.
TCM Patterns for Excessive Vaginal Discharge
Heat
Causes: excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Damp-Heat
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heat, Feeling of heaviness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Acne
Toxic-Heat
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Along with: Fever, Edema, Pus and discharge, Boils, Carbuncles, Pustule, Red skin eruptions, Sore throat, Eczema, Perineum swollen, Prostate swollen, Testicular swelling, Mouth ulcers, Tonsil swelling
Qi Deficiency
Causes: excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Spleen Deficiency
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Along with: Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge, Loss of appetite, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Weak limbs
Yang Deficiency
Causes: excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Kidney Yang Deficiency
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Along with: Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills, Weak legs, Bright pale face, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Leg edema, Female infertility, Diarrhea, Depression, Erectile dysfunction, Premature ejaculation, Oligospermia, Low sex drive, Pale and abudant urination, Constipation
Yin Deficiency
Causes: excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Kidney Yin Deficiency
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Along with: Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation, Scanty and dark urine, Infertility, Premature ejaculation, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Depression, Anxiety, Heat sensation in palms, Evening heat sensation, Flushed cheekbones, Menopausal hot flashes, Preference for sipping, Evening anxiety
Qi Stagnation
Causes: excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Liver Qi Stagnation
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Irregular periods, Globus sensation, Pre menstrual breast distension, Pre menstrual tension, Anxiety, Anger, Melasma
Yin Excess
Causes: Heavy vaginal discharge
Yin Excess
Heavy vaginal discharge
Along with: Absence of thirst, Slow and forceful movement, Epigastric pain worsen by pressure, Polyuria, Feeling of chest oppression, Nausea, Excessive vaginal discharge, Loss of appetite, Pain relieved by heat, Chills, Cold extremities, Pale urine
Dampness
Causes: excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Damp-Heat
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heat, Feeling of heaviness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Acne
Herbal Formulas for Excessive Vaginal Discharge
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address excessive vaginal discharge
Yi Huang Tang
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Dries Dampness
- Clears Heat
- Stops vaginal discharge
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge...
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Long Dan Xie Gan Tang
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and Fire from the Liver and Gallbladder
- Clears and drains Damp-Heat from the Lower Burner
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Wan Dai Tang
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Middle Burner
- Removes Dampness
- Stops vaginal discharge
- Strengthens the Spleen
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge...
Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Strengthens the Essence
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Zuo Gui Wan
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Strengthens the Kidneys
- Fills the Essence
- Augments the marrow
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Resolves Toxicity
- Cools the Blood
- Reduces swelling
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Toxic-Heat
How it manifests:
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Edema, Pus and discharge, Boils, Carbuncles, Pustule...
Xiao Yao San
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Harmonizes the function of Liver and Spleen
- Relieves Liver Qi stagnation
- Nourishes the Blood
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Wu Ling San
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Promotes urination,
- Warms the Yang
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Promotes Qi transformation function
- Drains Dampness
- Clears edema
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Yin Excess
How it manifests:
Heavy vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Absence of thirst, Slow and forceful movement, Epigastric pain worsen by pressure, Polyuria, Feeling of chest oppression, Nausea...
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi of the Spleen and Stomach (Middle Burner)
- Raises the Yang
- Detoxifies
- Lifts what has sunken
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge...
Ba Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Yang
- Warms the Kidneys and lower extremities
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
excessive vaginal discharge, profuse vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Wu Pi Yin
Addresses these excessive vaginal discharge patterns:
Main Actions
- Reduces edema, diuretic
- Regulates and strengthens Spleen Qi
Addresses These Excessive Vaginal Discharge Pattern Variations
Yin Excess
How it manifests:
Heavy vaginal discharge
Accompanying symptoms:
Absence of thirst, Slow and forceful movement, Epigastric pain worsen by pressure, Polyuria, Feeling of chest oppression, Nausea...