Renal Hypertension in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different renal hypertension patterns according to TCM theory
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Renal hypertension, also known as kidney high blood pressure, is a specific type of hypertension caused by kidney disease. It often arises from conditions that disrupt normal kidney function, such as chronic kidney disease or renal artery stenosis, leading to elevated blood pressure.
Renal hypertension can be a serious condition, as it increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and further kidney damage. Proper diagnosis and management are crucial to control blood pressure and prevent additional complications.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a distinct perspective on renal hypertension, diverging from the primarily physiological focus of Western medicine. TCM views this condition as a result of imbalances and disharmonies within the body's energy systems.
It emphasizes that renal hypertension can arise from various patterns of disharmony, including disruptions in the flow of Qi (vital energy) , Blood and imbalances in the Yin and Yang. Identifying these underlying patterns is crucial in TCM, as each requires a unique treatment approach to restore balance and address the condition effectively.
TCM Patterns for Renal Hypertension
Each pattern represents a distinct underlying imbalance that can cause renal hypertension
Diagnostic signs
Rapid (Shu), Empty (Xu), Wiry (Xian), Fine (Xi), Floating (Fu)
Red, pale normal color with no coating
Recommended herbal formulas
Herbal Formulas for Renal Hypertension
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address renal hypertension