Hypochondriac Fullness in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding different hypochondriac fullness patterns according to TCM theory

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Condition Categories

Chest & Hypochondriac Pain and Distention Chest Swelling, Congestion, and Physical Changes
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TCM Patterns
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Formulas
Overview
What causes it 5 TCM patterns documented
How to recognize Symptoms specific to each hypochondriac fullness pattern
Classical remedies 6 herbal formulas documented

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), hypochondriac fullness is seen not just as a physical symptom but as a manifestation of an underlying imbalance in the body's energetic systems. TCM posits that such symptoms result from disruptions in the flow of Qi, the vital energy, or imbalances in the Yin and Yang. Recognizing the specific pattern of disharmony—whether it involves stagnation, dampness, heat, or a deficiency—is crucial for targeting treatment effectively and restoring balance.

TCM Patterns for Hypochondriac Fullness

Dampness

Causes: Hypochondrium fullness

2 variations documented
Damp-Heat in the Liver
How it presents with hypochondriac fullness

Hypochondrium fullness

Along with: Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Abdominal fullness, Lower abdominal fullness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Sticky taste in the mouth, Loss of appetite,

Dampness in the Gallbladder
How it presents with hypochondriac fullness

Hypochondrium fullness

Along with: Jaundice, Dull yellow complexion, Yellow eyes, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Nausea or vomiting,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Qi Stagnation

Causes: Hypochondrium fullness

1 variation documented
Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation
How it presents with hypochondriac fullness

Hypochondrium fullness

Along with: Coughing, Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Dizziness, Headaches, Depression, Apathy,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Qi Deficiency

Causes: Hypochondrium fullness

1 variation documented
Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation
How it presents with hypochondriac fullness

Hypochondrium fullness

Along with: Coughing, Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Dizziness, Headaches, Depression, Apathy,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Cold

Causes: Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth

1 variation documented
Stagnation of Cold in the Liver Channel
How it presents with hypochondriac fullness

Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth

Along with: Testicular pain, Scrotal contraction, Vertical headaches, Chills, Cold extremities, Vomiting clear liquid,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Heat

Causes: Hypochondrium fullness

1 variation documented
Damp-Heat in the Liver
How it presents with hypochondriac fullness

Hypochondrium fullness

Along with: Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Abdominal fullness, Lower abdominal fullness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Sticky taste in the mouth, Loss of appetite,

Herbal Formulas for Hypochondriac Fullness

Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address hypochondriac fullness

Long Dan Xie Gan Tang

Addresses these hypochondriac fullness patterns:

Dampness Heat

Xiao Chai Hu Tang

Addresses these hypochondriac fullness patterns:

Qi Stagnation Qi Deficiency

Yin Chen Hao Tang

Addresses these hypochondriac fullness patterns:

Dampness Heat

Nuan Gan Jian

Addresses these hypochondriac fullness patterns:

Cold

San Ren Tang

Addresses these hypochondriac fullness patterns:

Dampness