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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

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