Gallbladder GALLBLADDER_BLOOD_DEF

Gallbladder Blood Deficiency

💊 Treatment principle: Nourish Gallbladder Blood, calm liver.

Description

Dizziness, blurred vision and pale face.

Clinical features

Dizziness, blurred vision, pale face, fatigue, poor memory, pale tongue, thin pulse.

🏥 Scientific research

Western understanding:

Gallbladder Blood deficiency correlates with poor memory, indecisiveness, and dry eyes. Characterized by timidity, forgetfulness, and a fine pulse.

Research evidence:

Multiple randomized controlled trials (RCTs) support acupuncture for these patterns. Cochrane reviews show moderate to strong evidence for acupuncture in chronic pain, digestive disorders, and cardiovascular conditions. Systematic reviews confirm efficacy for respiratory diseases and urinary disorders. Evidence quality varies by condition. Large-scale RCTs recommended for specific pattern differentiation.

⚠️ Cautions

Caution in renal failure, kidney transplant, or on dialysis. Avoid deep lumbar needling.

📚 References

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.

⚡ Cupping advice

Moderately effective
Technique: Dry
⏱️ Duration: 10 minutes
📅 Frequency: 1-2x per week
💪 Intensity: Moderate
Clinical notes:

Standaard droge cupping kan worden overwogen als aanvullende therapie

Special notes:

Local cupping on painful points or along the affected meridian. Suitable for chronic pain, joint disorders and muscle stiffness.

🚫 Contraindications:

Acute inflammation, fever, bleeding tendency, skin infections, pregnancy (back/abdomen)

Recommended cupping points:
LI4 primary
Hegu 合谷
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ST36 primary
Zusanli 足三里
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GV-14 primary
Dazhui 大椎
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BL23 secondary
Shenshu 肾俞
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GB-20 secondary
Fengchi 風池
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GB20 secondary
Fengchi 风池
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BL12 secondary
Fengmen 风门
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📍 Acupuncture points

SP6 Primary
Sanyinjiao 三阴交
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LR3 Secondary
Taichong 太冲
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ST36 Adjuvant
Zusanli 足三里
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⚠️ Moxa advice

specialist only

📜 Herbal formulas

Siwu Tang 四物汤
🧠 TCM pattern:

Blood deficiency

📋 Indications:

Dysmenorrhea, pale face, dizziness, insomnia

📖 Classical source: Xian Shou Huo Ren Fang
🚫 Contraindications:

Damp-heat

⚠️ Safety warnings:

Safe; may cause constipation due to shudi

Longdan Xiegan Tang 龙胆泻肝汤
🧠 TCM pattern:

Damp-Heat in Liver

📋 Indications:

Herpes zoster, hepatitis, cholecystitis, red eye

📖 Classical source: Yifang Jijie
🚫 Contraindications:

Spleen-Qi deficiency

⚠️ Safety warnings:

Do not use long-term – too cold

Xiaoyao San 逍遥散
🧠 TCM pattern:

Liver-Qi stagnation

📋 Indications:

PMS, depression, bloating, flank pain

📖 Classical source: Taiping Huimin Heji Jufang
🚫 Contraindications:

Zheng qi deficiency

⚠️ Safety warnings:

Safe; may cause mild diarrhea with prolonged use