Deficiência de Essência do Estômago
Descrição
Falta de apetite, fadiga e perda de peso.
Características clínicas
Falta de apetite, fadiga, perda de peso, rosto pálido, digestão fraca, língua pálida, pulso fino.
🏥 Pesquisa científica
Compreensão ocidental:
Stomach Essence deficiency correlates with severe digestive weakness, malnutrition, and wasting. Characterized by poor appetite, emaciation, 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 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.
⚠️ Precauções
Caution in active peptic ulcer bleeding. Avoid deep abdominal needling.
📚 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.