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Greater Yin stage

In traditional theory, the Greater Yin stage centers on Spleen function and a deficient, cold digestive pattern. Its conceptual role is to describe impaired transformation and transportation, with abdominal and fluid-regulation signs predominating. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.

Key reference facts

Nature
Empty
Organ affinity
Spleen, Stomach, Lungs
Defining presentations
No appetite; Vomiting; Abdominal fullness; Feeling of cold; Diarrhea
Treatment principles
Warm and support Spleen function; Transform and transport fluids; Harmonize the middle region; Reduce the influence of internal cold

Related library records

Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database

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