Obstruction Of the Spleen By Dampness with Liver Qi Stagnation
Obstruction Of the Spleen By Dampness with Liver Qi Stagnation
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Diagnostic Signs
Thick sticky yellow coating
Slippery (Hua), Wiry (Xian)
Diagnostic Considerations
Fullness of epigastrium, hypochondrial distension and a thick sticky yellow tongue coating are enough in and of themselves to diagnose this pattern.
Causes & Pathology
Common Causes
The excessive consumption of fried, fatty or greasy food as well as dairy products can create Dampness in the Spleen, which will in turn trigger Liver Qi Stagnation by hampering the free flow of Qi.
Pathological Mechanism
When the Spleen is deficient and fails in its function of transformation and transportation, Fluids accumulate into Dampness.
Dampness then obstructs the Middle Burner which hampers the proper flow of Qi and results in Liver Qi Stagnation.
The relationship is also described in the Five Phases theory, it corresponds to Earth insulting Wood.
Treatment Approach
Treatment Principle
Resolve Dampness, promote the smooth flow of Liver Qi, clear Heat
Recommended Herbal Formulas
Diet & Lifestyle Recommendations
Eat a light diet, paying particular attention to steer clear from an excessive amount of fried, fatty or greasy food as well as dairy products.
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