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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Damp-Heat Obstruction Pattern

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome · Damp-Heat Obstruction Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Damp-Heat Obstruction is a pattern in chronic fatigue syndrome, characterized by chronic low-grade inflammation, fatigue, heavy sensation, and sticky mouth. The core pathogenesis is accumulation of Damp-Heat in the body, leading to obstruction of Qi flow, chronic inflammation, and systemic fatigue.

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Kidney Yang Deficiency Pattern

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome · Kidney Yang Deficiency Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Kidney Yang Deficiency is a severe deficiency pattern in chronic fatigue syndrome, characterized by HPA axis dysfunction, fatigue, cold intolerance, frequent urination, and reduced metabolic rate. The core pathogenesis is insufficient Kidney Yang failing to warm the body, leading to reduced energy production, cold sensitivity, and systemic fatigue.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Liver Qi Stagnation Pattern

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome · Liver Qi Stagnation Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Liver Qi Stagnation is a common pattern in chronic fatigue syndrome, characterized by chronic stress-induced fatigue, HPA axis and autonomic dysfunction, and 5-HT/DA neurotransmitter imbalance. The core pathogenesis is chronic psychological stress causing Liver Qi stagnation, leading to Qi obstruction, systemic fatigue, and mood disturbance.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Qi-Blood Deficiency Pattern

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome · Qi-Blood Deficiency Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Qi-Blood Deficiency is a chronic pattern in chronic fatigue syndrome, characterized by anemia or subclinical anemia, fatigue, pale complexion, poor sleep, and impaired immune function. The core pathogenesis is insufficient Qi and Blood to nourish the body, leading to reduced energy production, poor tissue perfusion, and systemic fatigue.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Spleen-Qi Deficiency Pattern

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome · Spleen-Qi Deficiency Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Spleen-Qi Deficiency is a core pattern in chronic fatigue syndrome, characterized by mitochondrial energy dysfunction, fatigue, poor appetite, loose stools, and weakness. The core pathogenesis is insufficient Spleen Qi failing to generate adequate Qi and Blood, leading to reduced energy production, muscle weakness, and systemic fatigue.