Obesity · Spleen Deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Spleen Deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness is a common pattern in obesity, characterized by lipid metabolism disorder, abdominal obesity, fatigue, heavy sensation, and loose stools. The core pathogenesis is Spleen deficiency failing to transform and transport, leading to Phlegm-Dampness accumulation, fat deposition, and insulin resistance.

PCOS · Spleen Deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Spleen Deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness is a common pattern in PCOS with metabolic syndrome, characterized by insulin resistance, obesity, anovulation, fatigue, and glucose and lipid metabolism disorder. The core pathogenesis is Spleen deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness accumulation, leading to insulin resistance, metabolic dysfunction, and chronic anovulation.

PMS · Spleen Deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Spleen Deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness is a common pattern in PMS, characterized by water retention, weight gain, bloating, heavy sensation, and sticky mouth. The core pathogenesis is Spleen deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness accumulation, leading to fluid retention, weight gain, and bloating.

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