Obstruction Of the Spleen By Dampness with Liver Qi Stagnation
In traditional theory, this is a mixed full-empty pattern in which Dampness obstructs the Spleen while Liver qi becomes constrained. Its conceptual role links middle-jiao digestive dysfunction with lateral or hypochondrial distention, emotional irritability, and impaired movement of qi. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.
Key reference facts
- Nature
- Full/Empty
- Organ affinity
- Liver, Spleen, Stomach
- Defining presentations
- Feeling of oppression and fullness of the epigastrium; Nausea; No appetite; Loose stools; Feeling of heaviness
- Treatment principles
- Transform Dampness and support Spleen transportation.; Soothe and regulate Liver qi in traditional theory.; Harmonize the Liver and Spleen relationship.; Address constrained heat only when represented in the overall pattern.
Related library records
Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database