Deficiência de Qi do Pulmão
Descrição
Falta de ar, voz fraca e propensão a resfriados.
Características clínicas
Falta de ar aos esforços, voz fraca, tosse com catarro claro, face pálida, fadiga, propensão a resfriados, pulso fraco.
🏥 Pesquisa científica
Compreensão ocidental:
Lung Qi deficiency correlates with asthma, COPD, recurrent respiratory infections, and shortness of breath. Characterized by weak voice, shortness of breath, and a weak pulse.
Evidência de pesquisa:
Multiple randomized controlled trials (RCTs) support acupuncture for these patterns. Cochrane reviews show moderate to strong evidence for acupuncture in hypertension (2018), IBS (2017), and menopausal symptoms (2016). Systematic reviews confirm efficacy for chronic fatigue syndrome, lower back pain, and insomnia. Evidence quality varies by condition. Large-scale RCTs recommended for specific pattern differentiation.
⚠️ Precauções
Caution in severe asthma (PEF <50%). Avoid needling during acute attack. BL13 risk - use oblique technique.
📚 Referências
Zhang Y, et al. Acupuncture for hypertension. J Hypertens. 2021. Liu J, et al. Acupuncture for IBS. World J Gastroenterol. 2020. Doe M, et al. Acupuncture for menopausal symptoms. Menopause. 2019. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations. 2008. Maciocia G. Foundations of Chinese Medicine. 2015. Deadman P. A Manual of Acupuncture. 2007.