Qi and Yin Deficiency
气阴两虚qì yīn liǎng xū · deficiency (emptiness)
Tongue
reddish, somewhat dry, with a slight coating
Pulse
soft, faint, sometimes rapid
Description
Both qi and yin are depleted: weakness and sweating are accompanied by dryness and thirst. The treatment simultaneously replenishes qi and nourishes yin.
Symptoms
shortness of breath, weakness, sweating during physical activity dry mouth, thirst fatigue, heart palpitations weak pulse
Treatment principle
tonify qi, nourish yin
Recommended formulas
生脉散
Points
Zusanli
Sanyinjiao
Taixi
Neiguan
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