Kidney Yin Deficiency

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腎陰虛 (Shèn Yīn Xū)

Zang-Fu

Tongue

Red, little or no coat

Pulse

Thin, rapid

Key Symptoms

Sore/weak low back and kneesTinnitusDizzinessNight sweatsFive-center heatDry mouth at nightNocturnal emissions

Overview

Deficient Kidney Yin with empty heat.

Etiology

Aging, chronic illness, febrile disease, overwork, excessive sexual activity.

Pathomechanism

Deficient Kidney Yin fails to cool and moisten; empty heat arises.

Treatment Principle

Nourish Kidney Yin.

Representative Formulas

Acupuncture Points

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