What is Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel)?

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Often called the 'Sea of Blood,' this vessel originates in the pelvis and ascends through the abdomen and chest, having branches that connect with the twelve primary channels and influencing blood circulation and menstruation.

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Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) belongs to the Channels & Vessels group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

Related Channels & Vessels terms

Bladder Channel of Foot TaiyangDai Mai (Belt Vessel)Du Mai (Governing Vessel)Eight Extraordinary VesselsGallbladder Channel of Foot ShaoyangHeart Channel of Hand ShaoyinKidney Channel of Foot ShaoyinLarge Intestine Channel of Hand YangmingLiver Channel of Foot JueyinLung Channel of Hand TaiyinLuo Mai (Collaterals)Pericardium Channel of Hand JueyinRen Mai (Conception Vessel)San Jiao Channel of Hand Shaoyang

Frequently asked questions

What is Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Often called the 'Sea of Blood,' this vessel originates in the pelvis and ascends through the abdomen and chest, having branches that connect with the twelve primary channels and influencing blood circulation and menstruation.

What category does Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) belong to?

Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) is part of the Channels & Vessels group of TCM concepts.

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