Cold-Dampness in the Lower Burner
In traditional theory, this pattern represents cold and dampness settling in the lower burner, with emphasis on the Kidney, Bladder, intestines, and lower reproductive sphere. Its conceptual role is to describe impaired transformation, movement, and separation of fluids in a cold, heavy, downward-directed presentation. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.
Key reference facts
- Nature
- Full/Empty
- Organ affinity
- Spleen, Kidneys, Urinary Bladder, San Jiao (Triple Burner)
- Defining presentations
- Cold sensation or heaviness in the lower body; Loose stools with a cold-damp quality; Scanty, cloudy, or difficult urination; Pale, watery, or excessive lower discharge
- Treatment principles
- Warm the lower burner in theory; Transform and drain dampness; Promote the movement and separation of fluids; Support appropriate qi transformation
Related library records
Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database