Allergic Rhinitis - Lung-Qi Deficiency with Cold Pattern
Allergic Rhinitis · Lung-Qi Deficiency with Cold Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Head
Pattern Overview
Lung-Qi Deficiency with Cold is the core pattern in allergic rhinitis, characterized by IgE-mediated type I hypersensitivity, nasal congestion with clear watery discharge, paroxysmal sneezing, cold sensitivity, and easy susceptibility to colds. The core pathogenesis is Lung-Qi deficiency with weakened defensive exterior, allowing Wind-Cold pathogens to invade the nasal passages, triggering mast cell degranulation and allergic symptoms.
Chronic Sinusitis - Lung-Qi Deficiency with Cold Pattern
Chronic Sinusitis · Lung-Qi Deficiency with Cold Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Head
Pattern Overview
Lung-Qi Deficiency with Cold is a chronic deficiency pattern in chronic sinusitis, characterized by mucosal immune dysfunction causing recurrent infections, nasal congestion with clear discharge, fatigue, cold sensitivity, and easy susceptibility to colds. The core pathogenesis is Lung-Qi deficiency with weakened defensive exterior, allowing recurrent infections and chronic sinus mucosal inflammation.