Kidney Yang Deficiency
肾阳虚shèn yáng xū · deficiency (emptiness)
Tongue
pale, damp
Pulse
deep, weak (especially in the chi position)
Description
The “fire” of the kidneys is weakened: sensitivity to cold, weakness in the lower back, and nocturia. Treatment gently warms the yang without drying out the yin.
Symptoms
sensitivity to cold, cold extremities Weakness and a feeling of cold in the lower back and knees frequent nighttime urination, swelling in the lower body decreased libido
Treatment principle
warm and tonify kidney yang
Recommended formulas
金匮肾气丸
Points
Mingmen
Guanyuan
Shenshu
Taixi
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