What is Deficiency Pattern?

Xu Zheng · 虛證 · Pattern Differentiation

A pattern resulting from an insufficiency of Qi, Blood, Yin, or Yang, leading to weakness, fatigue, and a general lack of vital substances or functions.

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Deficiency Pattern belongs to the Pattern Differentiation group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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What is Deficiency Pattern in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

A pattern resulting from an insufficiency of Qi, Blood, Yin, or Yang, leading to weakness, fatigue, and a general lack of vital substances or functions.

What category does Deficiency Pattern belong to?

Deficiency Pattern is part of the Pattern Differentiation group of TCM concepts.

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