Lung Qi Deficiency
肺气虚fèi qì xū · deficiency (emptiness)
Tongue
pale
Pulse
weak, especially in the front (cun) position
Description
Weak Lung Qi fails to govern respiration and protect the exterior, giving a feeble cough, breathlessness, a weak voice and vulnerability to colds.
Symptoms
weak cough with thin, clear sputum shortness of breath, worse on exertion weak, low voice, reluctance to speak spontaneous daytime sweating frequent colds, aversion to wind fatigue, pale complexion
Treatment principle
tonify the Lung Qi
Recommended formulas
玉屏风散
补中益气汤
Points
Taiyuan
Zhongfu
Feishu
Zusanli
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.