Syndromes - Symptoms

Question 1

Paul has palpitations/awareness of heartbeat which is worse when tired, cold or on exertion, feeling cold, spiritual fatigue, shortness of breath on exertion.

His pulse is deep, weak, esp front left position, and slow. Knotted in severe case. His tongue is pale, wet and swollen.

Acc symptoms are: spontaneous sweating, bright white complexion, slightly dark lips, mild stuffy feeling in the heart area, cold hands.

What syndrome does Paul have?

Answer 1

Heart Yang Deficiency

Question 2

J has insomnia, poor memory, anxiety and is easily startled. Her pulse is thin or choppy esp front left. her tongue is pale, dry and in some cases thin.

What syndrome does J have?

Answer 2

Heart Blood deficiency

Question 3

What are the main signs and symptoms for Qi deficiency

Answer 3

Bright pale face, general weakness and tiredness, weak breathing and voice, spontaneous sweating, loose stools. All symptoms are worse after exercise or nearer end of day.

Empty pulse
Pale flabby tongue

Question 4

What are main signs and symptoms for yang deficiency?

Answer 4

Similar to Qi deficiency but more severe: bright pale face, gen weakness and tired, weak breathing and voice , spontaneous sweating, loose stools but with signs of cold, chills, cold limbs, aversion to cold
Slow sinking pulse
Pale flabby tongue