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Half Exterior Half Interior

In traditional theory, this is a transitional full/empty pattern located between exterior and interior levels, commonly associated with the Shaoyang sphere rather than a single Zang-Fu organ. Its conceptual role is to describe incomplete exterior penetration with interior disharmony, often involving the Gallbladder and Stomach functions. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.

Key reference facts

Nature
Full/Empty
Organ affinity
Gallbladder, Liver, San Jiao (Triple Burner), Stomach
Defining presentations
Chest fullness; Bitter taste in the mouth; Dry cough; Anxiety; Restlnessness
Treatment principles
Harmonize the intermediate level; Regulate the Shaoyang pivot; Coordinate exterior and interior movement; Harmonize Stomach qi

Related library records

Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database

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