Lung Yin Deficiency

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肺陰虛 (Fèi Yīn Xū)

Zang-Fu

Tongue

Red with little coat

Pulse

Thin, rapid

Key Symptoms

Dry cough with little/no sputumDry throat and mouthHoarse voiceNight sweatsAfternoon heat

Overview

Depleted Lung Yin with dryness and empty heat.

Etiology

Febrile disease damaging fluids, chronic cough, or smoking.

Pathomechanism

Insufficient Lung Yin fails to moisten, and empty heat arises.

Treatment Principle

Nourish Lung Yin and moisten dryness.

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