Damp-Heat in the Gallbladder
In traditional theory, this full pattern combines dampness and heat in the Gallbladder functional system, impairing coursing and discharge. It organizes hypochondrial constraint with yellow coloration, digestive disturbance, and systemic heat or turbidity signs. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.
Key reference facts
- Nature
- Full
- Organ affinity
- Gallbladder, Liver, Spleen, Stomach
- Defining presentations
- Hypochondrial pain; Hypochondrial distention; Nausea or vomiting; Inability to digest fats; Yellow complexion
- Treatment principles
- Clear Gallbladder heat; Drain dampness; Course constrained qi; Separate clear from turbid influences
Related library records
Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database