Oliguria in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different oliguria patterns according to TCM theory
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Condition Categories
Condition Categories
Oliguria refers to a significant decrease in urine output. This condition is characterized by urinating less than normal, which could be a warning sign of fluid balance issues or kidney dysfunction. It's important to understand that oliguria is not a disease on its own but a clinical symptom that requires attention to underlying causes.
Traditional Chinese Medicine interprets oliguria as a signal of internal imbalance, often related to the Kidney organ system. TCM doesn't just aim to increase urine output but seeks to restore harmony within the body's systems. Recognizing the specific pattern causing oliguria, whether it be due to a deficiency or an excess, is pivotal for successful treatment in TCM.
TCM Patterns for Oliguria
Yin Deficiency
Causes: Scanty urination
Kidney and Lung Yin Deficiency
Scanty urination
Along with: Dizziness, Tinnitus, Night dry coughing, Dry throat, Dry mouth, Emaciation, Exertional dyspnea, Lower back pain, Night sweats, Hearing loss, Oliguria
Yang Excess
Causes: Scanty urination
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
Scanty urination
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
Wind
Causes: Scanty urination
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
Scanty urination
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
Summer Heat
Causes: Scanty urination
Summer Heat with Dampness
Scanty urination
Along with: Fever, Aversion to cold, Excessive sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Anxiety, Thirst, Chest distension, Loss of appetite
Dampness
Causes: Scanty urination
Summer Heat with Dampness
Scanty urination
Along with: Fever, Aversion to cold, Excessive sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Anxiety, Thirst, Chest distension, Loss of appetite
Herbal Formulas for Oliguria
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address oliguria
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these oliguria patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the yin and nourishes the Kidneys
Addresses These Oliguria Pattern Variations
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Scanty urination
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San
Addresses these oliguria patterns:
Main Actions
- Releases the Exterior
- Transforms Dampness
- Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Middle Burner
Addresses These Oliguria Pattern Variations
Summer Heat with Dampness
How it manifests:
Scanty urination
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Aversion to cold, Excessive sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, Tight feeling in chest and stomach...
Qi Ju Di Huang Wan
Addresses these oliguria patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Kidney and Liver Yin
- Improves vision
Addresses These Oliguria Pattern Variations
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Scanty urination
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Xiang Ru San
Addresses these oliguria patterns:
Main Actions
- Releases the Exterior
- Scatters Cold
- Transforms Dampness
- Harmonizes the Middle Burner
Addresses These Oliguria Pattern Variations
Summer Heat with Dampness
How it manifests:
Scanty urination
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Aversion to cold, Excessive sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, Tight feeling in chest and stomach...
E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang
Addresses these oliguria patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin
- Nourishes Blood
- Calms the Liver
- Extinguishes Wind
Addresses These Oliguria Pattern Variations
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Scanty urination
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Gui Ling Gan Lu Yin
Addresses these oliguria patterns:
Main Actions
- Expels Summerheat
- Clears Heat
- Transforms Qi
- Removes Dampness
Addresses These Oliguria Pattern Variations
Summer Heat with Dampness
How it manifests:
Scanty urination
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Aversion to cold, Excessive sweating, Headaches, Feeling of heaviness, Tight feeling in chest and stomach...
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang
Addresses these oliguria patterns:
Main Actions
- Pacifies the Liver
- Extinguishes Wind
- Nourishes the Yin
- Anchors the Yang
Addresses These Oliguria Pattern Variations
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Scanty urination
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Feng Yin Tang
Addresses these oliguria patterns:
Main Actions
- Extinguishes and pacifies Wind with heavy medicinals
- Calms the Mind
- Clears Heat
Addresses These Oliguria Pattern Variations
Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
How it manifests:
Scanty urination
Accompanying symptoms:
Tremors, Facial tic, Severe dizziness, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension...
Ba Xian Chang Shou Wan
Addresses these oliguria patterns:
Main Actions
- Treats Yin Deficiency of the Lungs and Kidneys
Addresses These Oliguria Pattern Variations
Kidney and Lung Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Scanty urination
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Tinnitus, Night dry coughing, Dry throat, Dry mouth, Emaciation...