Asthma in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is understood as a disorder of Lung, Spleen, and Kidney dysfunction with “phlegm obstruction” and impaired Qi flow in the airways . 1. TCM pathophysiology of asthma TCM describes asthma as “ Xiao Chuan (哮喘) ”, mainly involving: Lung Qi failing to descend → breathlessness, wheeze Phlegm retention (痰) → airway obstruction Spleen deficiency → poor fluid metabolism → phlegm formation Kidney deficiency → weak breathing root (diffi

Heart disease in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is approached as a systemic imbalance involving Heart Qi, Blood circulation, and organ network dysfunction , rather than only a structural heart problem. 1. TCM understanding of heart disease In TCM, the Heart governs: Blood circulation Shen (mind/spirit) Emotional stability Common patterns include: Heart Qi deficiency Heart Blood stasis Phlegm obstruction of the Heart Heart Yin deficiency 2. Why TCM is used 🔹 (1) Improv

Emotional disorders are commonly approached in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) because TCM views emotions as closely linked to organ function, Qi circulation, and body–mind balance , rather than purely psychological processes. 1. TCM theory of emotions In Traditional Chinese Medicine , emotions are not separate from the body: Liver → anger, irritability Heart → anxiety, insomnia, palpitations Spleen → overthinking, worry Lung → sadness, grief Kidney → fear, insecurity E

Liver disease is often managed with both biomedical and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches because TCM focuses on functional regulation, symptom control, and long-term liver support , rather than only structural damage. 1 . TCM perspective on liver disease In Traditional Chinese Medicine , the liver is responsible for: Smooth Qi flow (疏泄功能) Blood storage Emotional regulation Digestive coordination (via Spleen interaction) Liver disease is often interpreted as: L