Lecture 8 Gall Bladder

Question 1

3 functions of the GB

Answer 1

stores + excretes bile (aids digestive function of sp/st)
controls judgment (decision making, drive)
controls sinews (less nourishing than liver)

Question 2

hypochondriac pain, jaundice, n/v, fullness + distension, fat maldigestion, dull-yellow sclera + skin, heaviness sensation, STICKY TASTE IN MOUTH

wiry and slippery pulses
thick sticky coating on tongue either unilateral or on sides bilateral

Answer 2

dampness in GB

Question 3

what causes dampness in GB

Answer 3

external dampness

diet (excess fried/greasy foods, fatty foods [dairy])

Question 4

dizziness, blurred vision, floaters, nervousness, timidity, easily startled, lack of courage, lack of initiative, indecisiveness, sighing, restless sleep, waking early in the morning

weak pulses
pale or normal tongue

Answer 4

GB def

Question 5

what causes GB def

Answer 5

none