Stomach Yin Deficiency
In traditional theory, this is a deficient pattern of the Stomach involving insufficiency of yin, fluids, and the moistening aspect of digestion. Its conceptual role is to explain reduced appetite with dryness, mild fullness, and possible deficiency heat in the afternoon. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.
Key reference facts
- Nature
- Empty
- Organ affinity
- Stomach
- Defining presentations
- No desire to eat; Desire to drink in small sips; Slight feeling of fullness after eating
- Treatment principles
- Nourish Stomach yin in theory; Protect and restore traditional fluids; Harmonize the Stomach's receiving and descending functions; Clear only relative deficiency heat when supported by the pattern
Related library records
Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database