Diseases and symptoms caused by Qi stagnation and blood stasis
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In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), qi stagnation and blood stasis refer to a pathological condition where the flow of qi (vital energy) is obstructed, leading to poor blood circulation and a range of related symptoms and disorders. Here is a comprehensive list of ailments caused by qi stagnation and blood stasis:
1. Disorders Caused by Qi Stagnation
- Emotional Disturbances: Depression, anxiety, irritability, restlessness.
- Qi Blockage: Chest tightness, hypochondriac pain, globus hystericus (feeling of a lump in the throat).
- Digestive Issues: Epigastric distention, belching, hiccups, abdominal bloating, borborygmus, abdominal pain.
- Menstrual Disorders: Dysmenorrhea, irregular menstruation, menstrual blood clots.
- Headaches: Migraines, tension headaches.
- Chest Pain: Precordial pain, palpitations, chest discomfort.
2. Disorders Caused by Blood Stasis
- Pain: Fixed, stabbing pain, pain worsened by pressure.
- Blood Stasis Masses: Subcutaneous bruises, purpura, blood stasis masses.
- Menstrual Abnormalities: Dysmenorrhea, dark menstrual blood with clots, amenorrhea, menorrhagia.
- Dark Complexion: Dark, dull facial complexion.
- Abnormal Tongue: Dark or purplish tongue with spots, sublingual vein engorgement.
- Abnormal Pulse: Choppy, hesitant pulse or thin, wiry pulse.
- Cardiovascular Diseases: Angina pectoris, myocardial infarction, stroke.
- Liver Diseases: Liver qi stagnation, liver cirrhosis, ascites.
- Tumors: Various benign or malignant tumors.
- Joint Pain: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis.
3. Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis Syndrome
- Interrelated Conditions: Qi stagnation can lead to blood stasis, and prolonged blood stasis can result in qi stagnation, creating a vicious cycle.
- Combined Symptoms: Chest and hypochondriac pain, epigastric and abdominal distention, palpitations, insomnia, headaches, chest pain, dark complexion, dark or purplish tongue.
4. Specific Conditions
- Gynecological Disorders: Dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, irregular menstruation, infertility, postpartum abdominal pain.
- Digestive Disorders: Gastric pain, gastric distention, abdominal pain, constipation, hemorrhoids.
- Respiratory Disorders: Cough, asthma, chest tightness, hemoptysis.
- Cardiovascular Disorders: Coronary heart disease, angina pectoris, stroke, hypertension.
- Neurological Disorders: Migraines, neuralgia, post-stroke sequelae.
Summary
The symptoms of qi stagnation and blood stasis cover many body systems and organs, manifesting as various symptoms and diseases. TCM treatments for qi stagnation and blood stasis often involve promoting blood circulation, regulating qi, and relieving liver qi stagnation through herbal medicine, essential oils, acupuncture, and other modalities to improve the flow of qi and blood, alleviate symptoms, and promote recovery.