What is Liver Qi Stagnation?

Gan Qi Yu Jie · 肝氣鬱結 · Pattern Differentiation

A common internal pattern where the Liver's function of ensuring smooth Qi flow is impaired, leading to emotional irritability, distending pain in the hypochondrium, and a wiry pulse.

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Liver Qi Stagnation 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 Liver Qi Stagnation in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

A common internal pattern where the Liver's function of ensuring smooth Qi flow is impaired, leading to emotional irritability, distending pain in the hypochondrium, and a wiry pulse.

What category does Liver Qi Stagnation belong to?

Liver Qi Stagnation is part of the Pattern Differentiation group of TCM concepts.

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