Phlegm-Fluids in the hypochondrium
In traditional theory, Phlegm-Fluids in the hypochondrium describes retained fluid localized to the lateral rib-side region. Its conceptual role is to connect fluid obstruction with restricted breathing, cough-related pain, and disturbance of qi movement in the chest and flank. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.
Key reference facts
- Nature
- Full/Empty
- Organ affinity
- Lungs, Spleen, Kidneys, San Jiao (Triple Burner)
- Defining presentations
- Hypochondrial pain that is worse on coughing and breathing; Shortness of breath; HypochondriaI distension
- Treatment principles
- Move retained fluids; Regulate qi in the chest and hypochondrium; Descend Lung qi; Unbind lateral obstruction
Related library records
Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database