Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
In traditional theory, this is a Full Liver pattern in which constrained Liver Qi develops Heat or Fire. Its conceptual role explains the combination of constrained movement, emotional reactivity, and upward or outward heat manifestations. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.
Key reference facts
- Nature
- Full
- Organ affinity
- Liver, Gallbladder, Stomach
- Defining presentations
- Hypochondrial distention; Epigastric distension; Feeling of oppression of the chest; Irritability; Melancholy
- Treatment principles
- Course Liver Qi; Clear constrained Heat; Regulate the movement of Qi; Harmonize associated menstrual manifestations
Related library records
Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database