» conventional diagnoses: constipation
» etiology: excessive consumption of Hot foods (such as lamb, beef and alcohol) and Dry foods (such as broiled or baked meats)
signs and symptoms
signs and symptoms:
dry tongue
burning sensation in mouth
constipation
dry stools
burning and swelling in anus
dark scanty urine
» pulse: rapid, full
» tongue: thick dry coating, can be yellow, brown or black
course and prognosis
» principle of treatment: clear Heat from Stomach and Large Intestine; promote body fluids; nourish Yin
differential diagnosis
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