Abdominal pain worsened by pressure according to Chinese Medicine

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What is abdominal pain worsened by pressure?

Unpleasant sensation felt in the stomach or abdomen that gets worse when applying pressure in the area.

What causes abdominal pain worsened by pressure according to TCM?

There are 6 patterns of disharmony in our database that are associated with abdominal pain worsened by pressure. TCM sees our body (and mind) as a holistic system in which health issues stem from imbalances, known as "patterns of disharmony". These patterns can manifest in a wide range of symptoms and illnesses, such as abdominal pain worsened by pressure here.

All the patterns associated with abdominal pain worsened by pressure are "Full" (also called "Excess") in nature. This means that according to TCM abdominal pain worsened by pressure is seen as an acute condition, caused by an excess of pathological factors or substances that overwhelm the body's defensive capabilities.

In this case, the most common of these excesses is Blood Stagnation, behind 3 patterns associated with abdominal pain worsened by pressure. Other excesses or pathogenic factors which might contribute to abdominal pain worsened by pressure include "Heat" and "Phlegm".

For more details on the underlying causes and patterns behind abdominal pain worsened by pressure, refer to this comprehensive page on the subject.

Herbal formulas used in TCM for abdominal pain worsened by pressure

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Individual herbs used in TCM for abdominal pain worsened by pressure

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Acupuncture and acupressure points for abdominal pain worsened by pressure

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TCM dietary and lifestyle recommendations that might help with abdominal pain worsened by pressure

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