Intestinal Parasite
Intestinal Parasite
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Diagnostic Signs
Key Characteristic Symptoms
Diagnostic Considerations
abdominal pain that moves with the movement of the parasites, particularly around the periumbilical region, and possibly vomiting of clear fluids or the parasites themselves if the Stomach is disturbed.
Causes & Pathology
Common Causes
Consuming contaminated or improperly prepared food can lead to parasitic infections.
Individuals with a constitution that is inherently cold or weak are more susceptible to harboring intestinal parasites.
Pathological Mechanism
This pattern typically results from improper or unsanitary eating habits and is more common in individuals with cold, weak constitutions. The movement of parasites within the abdomen, particularly in the Small Intestine, leads to pain that shifts location as the parasites move, often being most pronounced around the periumbilical area.
If these parasites disturb the Stomach, they can disrupt the organ's Qi, impairing its descending function and potentially causing vomiting of clear fluids or the parasites themselves. This pattern emphasizes the importance of dietary habits and constitutional factors in the development and manifestation of parasitic infections within the body.
Treatment Approach
Treatment Principle
Kills parasites