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Collapse of Yin

In traditional theory, this is an Empty, crisis-level pattern in which Yin and bodily fluids are described as becoming profoundly depleted. It encompasses cooling, moistening, and anchoring functions, with deficient Heat, dryness, sweating, agitation, and wasting as conceptual expressions; the traditional label is not a self-assessment tool. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.

Key reference facts

Nature
Empty
Organ affinity
Heart, Liver, Kidneys
Defining presentations
Low-grade fever; Night sweats; Restlnessness; Dry mouth with desire to sip liquids; Five palm heat
Treatment principles
Secure and restore Yin in traditional theory; Enrich bodily fluids; Clear deficient Heat; Stabilize the body's containment functions

Related library records

Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database

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