Cervical Spondylosis - Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction Pattern
Cervical Spondylosis · Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 6 min
Body Area: Neck
Pattern Overview
Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction is a pattern in cervical spondylosis, characterized by vertebrobasilar insufficiency with dizziness, heavy neck sensation, and nausea. The core pathogenesis is accumulation of Phlegm-Dampness in the neck meridians, obstructing the clear yang from ascending and causing dizziness and vertigo.
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Neck Pain - Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction Pattern
Neck Pain · Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 6 min
Body Area: Neck
Pattern Overview
Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction is a pattern in neck pain, characterized by dizziness and heaviness, neck heaviness, nausea, and chest tightness. The core pathogenesis is accumulation of Phlegm-Dampness in the neck meridians, obstructing the clear yang from ascending and causing dizziness and vertigo.
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PCOS - Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction Pattern
PCOS · Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Pelvis
Pattern Overview
Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction is the most common pattern in PCOS, characterized by insulin resistance, obesity, anovulation, amenorrhea, and lipid metabolism disorder. The core pathogenesis is Spleen deficiency causing Phlegm-Dampness accumulation, leading to insulin resistance, elevated androgen production, and chronic anovulation.
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