Damp-Phlegm
In traditional theory, Damp-Phlegm describes accumulation and thickening of dampness into phlegm, with emphasis on the Spleen’s transformation and the Lung’s dispersing and descending functions. Its conceptual role is to explain obstructive sensations, turbid secretions, and heaviness within a mixed deficient-excess pattern. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.
Key reference facts
- Nature
- Full/Empty
- Organ affinity
- Spleen, Lungs, Stomach
- Defining presentations
- Profuse white sputum; Focal distention of the chest; Epigastric focal distention; Nausea; Sticky taste in the mouth
- Treatment principles
- Transform phlegm and leach dampness.; Support Spleen transformation and transportation.; Regulate qi to reduce focal obstruction.; Harmonize the Stomach’s descending function.
Related library records
Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database