Blood Deficiency
In traditional theory, Blood Deficiency denotes inadequate nourishment and anchoring of tissues and the Shen, with frequent reference to the Liver and Heart systems. Its conceptual role is to account for pallor, scant menstrual flow, sensory changes, and signs of insufficient moistening or settling. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.
Key reference facts
- Nature
- Empty
- Organ affinity
- Heart, Liver, Spleen
- Defining presentations
- Dizziness; Scanty periods; Amenorrhea; Dull white shallow face; Pale lips
- Treatment principles
- Nourish Blood; Support Liver and Heart functions in traditional terms; Enrich tissue nourishment and moistening; Settle the Shen conceptually
Related library records
Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database