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Greater Yang Accumulation of Water

In traditional theory, Greater Yang Accumulation of Water describes retained fluid in the Greater Yang pathway with particular affinity to the Bladder qi transformation system. Its conceptual role links an exterior disturbance with impaired urinary regulation and fluid descent. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.

Key reference facts

Nature
Full
Organ affinity
Urinary Bladder, San Jiao (Triple Burner)
Defining presentations
Aversion to cold; Fever; Urinary retention; Slight thirst; Vomiting of fluids soon after drinking
Treatment principles
Release the exterior while regulating water pathways.; Promote Bladder qi transformation.; Direct retained fluids downward.; Coordinate exterior and interior dynamics.

Related library records

Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database

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