A pulse that feels smooth, rounded, and rolls under the finger like pearls in a dish. It often suggests phlegm, dampness, food stagnation, or pregnancy.
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Slippery Pulse belongs to the Pulse Diagnosis group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.
What is Slippery Pulse in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
A pulse that feels smooth, rounded, and rolls under the finger like pearls in a dish. It often suggests phlegm, dampness, food stagnation, or pregnancy.
What category does Slippery Pulse belong to?
Slippery Pulse is part of the Pulse Diagnosis group of TCM concepts.
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