Chronic Constipation · Blood Deficiency Constipation Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Abdomen

Pattern Overview

Blood Deficiency Constipation is a common pattern in chronic constipation, characterized by reduced intestinal mucus secretion, dry stools, pale complexion, and dizziness. The core pathogenesis is Blood deficiency failing to moisten the intestines, leading to dry stools, poor lubrication, and difficult defecation.

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Chronic Constipation · Cold Constipation Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Abdomen

Pattern Overview

Cold Constipation is a severe deficiency pattern in chronic constipation, characterized by hypothyroidism-related constipation, cold pain, cold intolerance, and slow intestinal transit. The core pathogenesis is Kidney Yang deficiency failing to warm the intestines, leading to decreased intestinal motility and prolonged colonic transit.

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Chronic Constipation · Heat Constipation Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Abdomen

Pattern Overview

Heat Constipation is a common pattern in chronic constipation, characterized by excessive colon water absorption, dry hard stools, abdominal distension, red face, and thirst. The core pathogenesis is accumulation of Heat in the Yangming channel, causing excessive fluid absorption in the colon, dry stools, and difficulty in defecation.

Chronic Constipation · Qi Constipation Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Abdomen

Pattern Overview

Qi Constipation is a common pattern in chronic constipation, characterized by pelvic floor dyssynergia, difficult defecation, abdominal distension, and frequent sighing. The core pathogenesis is Qi stagnation in the intestines, causing impaired intestinal motility and pelvic floor dyssynergia.

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Chronic Constipation · Qi Deficiency Constipation Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Abdomen

Pattern Overview

Qi Deficiency Constipation is a common pattern in chronic constipation, characterized by weak abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, difficulty defecating, fatigue, and shortness of breath. The core pathogenesis is Spleen and Lung Qi deficiency failing to generate sufficient defecatory force, leading to weak bowel movements and slow-transit constipation.

Chronic Constipation: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide

Updated: June 22, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 8 min
Body Area: Abdomen / Digestive System

Overview

Chronic constipation affects roughly 16% of adults worldwide, rising to over 30% among those aged 60 and above. It involves infrequent bowel movements, hard or lumpy stools, excessive straining, and a persistent sense of incomplete evacuation. Beyond physical discomfort, chronic constipation contributes to anxiety, reduced quality of life, and—in severe cases—hemorrhoids, fecal impaction, and rectal prolapse.