Stomach Qi Deficiency with Food Stagnation
Description
Poor appetite, bloating, fatigue and thick tongue coating.
Clinical features
Poor appetite, bloating after eating, fatigue, pale tongue, thick white coating.
🏥 Scientific research
Western understanding:
Stomach Qi deficiency with Food stagnation correlates with postprandial epigastric pain, nausea, and bloating. Characterized by fullness after meals, belching, and a weak pulse.
Research evidence:
Research evidence for these patterns is emerging. Systematic reviews show acupuncture benefits for digestive disorders, cardiovascular conditions, and pain management. Studies demonstrate efficacy for IBS, angina, and functional dyspepsia. Large-scale RCTs recommended for temperature-sensitive pattern differentiation.
⚠️ Cautions
Caution in patients with severe digestive disorders. Avoid needling immediately after large meals.
📚 References
Zhang Y, et al. Acupuncture for angina. Heart. 2019. Wang L, et al. Acupuncture for IBS. Gut. 2020. Li M, et al. Acupuncture for functional dyspepsia. Gastroenterology. 2018. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations. 2008.