Introduction

Question 0

Principles and methods of tx:

Answer 0

1. Reinforce the upright or correct qi, eliminate evil qi
2. tx according to weather, season, geographic region
3. individual cond’n, cover everything it should be unique
4. Balance yin and yang
5. Treat the root- if you do not tx the root, the sxs may return.

if acute- treat manifestations
if chronic- treat root
if severe- treat both

Question 1

What are the two key issues with making diagnosis?

Answer 1

1. Nature of dz (using 8 principles, hot/cold, yin/yang, shi/xu)
2. Location of dz (organs, channels, jiao, etc.)

-name of dz and pattern or major pathology