» conventional diagnoses: hypertension; chronic menstrual ailments; anemia.
» etiology: poor nutrition or excessive consumption of cold and raw foods weakens Spleen which is then unable to produce sufficient Xue (Blood) for Liver to store.
signs and symptoms
» signs and symptoms:
little or no appetite
dizziness
blurring of vision
numbness or tingling in limbs
irregular menstrual cycle with scanty, light colored flow
sallow/pale facial complexion
loose stools
» pulse: choppy; thin
» tongue: pale, esp. on sides; severe cases may demonstrate slight orange color on sides.
course and prognosis
» principle of treatment: tonify Spleen Qi; nourish Xue (Blood); tonify Liver Xue (Blood)
differential diagnosis
footnotes