Stomach Blood Deficiency with Food Stagnation
Description
Poor appetite, pale face, bloating and fatigue.
Clinical features
Poor appetite, pale face, pale lips, bloating after eating, fatigue, pale tongue, thick coating.
🏥 Scientific research
Western understanding:
Stomach Blood deficiency with Food stagnation correlates with postprandial epigastric discomfort, fatigue, and poor appetite. Characterized by dull pain after meals, fatigue, and a fine 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.