Cysts in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding different cysts patterns according to TCM theory

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Condition Categories

Lumps, Swellings & Abscesses
3
TCM Patterns
7
Formulas
Overview
What causes it 3 TCM patterns documented
How to recognize Symptoms specific to each cysts pattern
Classical remedies 7 herbal formulas documented
Related conditions

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), cysts are seen as manifestations of underlying imbalances within the body's Qi (energy) and Blood, influenced by factors like Dampness, Phlegm, or Heat. TCM doesn't just treat the symptoms but aims to identify and correct the pattern of disharmony causing the cysts.

This holistic approach ensures that treatment addresses not only the cyst itself but also the environmental and emotional factors that may contribute to its development, thereby reducing the risk of recurrence and promoting overall well-being.

TCM Patterns for Cysts

Phlegm

Causes: Ovarian cysts, Fibroids and cysts in the lower abdomen

2 variations documented
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it presents with cysts

Ovarian cysts

Along with: Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest,

Blood Stagnation and Phlegm in the Uterus
How it presents with cysts

Fibroids and cysts in the lower abdomen

Along with: Persistent uterine bleeding of purple or dark blood, Lower abdominal distension and pain that increases with pressure, Lower abdominal fibroids and cysts, Menstrual cramps, Irregular periods, Abdominal pain,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Blood Stasis

Causes: Fibroids and cysts in the lower abdomen

1 variation documented
Blood Stagnation and Phlegm in the Uterus
How it presents with cysts

Fibroids and cysts in the lower abdomen

Along with: Persistent uterine bleeding of purple or dark blood, Lower abdominal distension and pain that increases with pressure, Lower abdominal fibroids and cysts, Menstrual cramps, Irregular periods, Abdominal pain,

Traditional Herbal Formulas

Dampness

Causes: Ovarian cysts

1 variation documented
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it presents with cysts

Ovarian cysts

Along with: Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest,

Herbal Formulas for Cysts

Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address cysts

Cang Fu Dao Tan Wan

Addresses these cysts patterns:

Phlegm Dampness

Wei Ling Tang

Addresses these cysts patterns:

Phlegm Dampness

Wan Dai Tang

Addresses these cysts patterns:

Phlegm Dampness

Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang

Addresses these cysts patterns:

Phlegm Dampness

Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan

Addresses these cysts patterns:

Phlegm Blood Stasis