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Large Intestine Cold

This empty Cold pattern focuses on weakened Large Intestine function in transforming and transmitting intestinal contents. Its conceptual scope includes loose stool, abdominal discomfort, fluid handling, and reduced warming of the limbs. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.

Key reference facts

Nature
Empty
Organ affinity
Large Intestine, Spleen
Defining presentations
Loose stools; Abdominal pain; Borborygmi; Clear urination; Cold limbs
Treatment principles
Warm the Large Intestine in theory; Support deficient qi and warming function; Stabilize intestinal transmission; Distinguish deficiency Cold from invading Cold

Related library records

Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database

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