What is Purple Tongue?

Zǐ Shé · 紫舌 · Tongue Diagnosis

A tongue body with a purplish hue, which can range from bluish-purple to reddish-purple, signifying Blood Stasis or severe Cold.

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Purple Tongue belongs to the Tongue Diagnosis group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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What is Purple Tongue in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

A tongue body with a purplish hue, which can range from bluish-purple to reddish-purple, signifying Blood Stasis or severe Cold.

What category does Purple Tongue belong to?

Purple Tongue is part of the Tongue Diagnosis group of TCM concepts.

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