Type 2 Diabetes · Yin Deficiency with Dryness-Heat Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Yin Deficiency with Dryness-Heat is an early pattern in type 2 diabetes, characterized by early-stage β-cell dysfunction, polydipsia, polyuria, dry mouth, and polyphagia. The core pathogenesis is Yin deficiency failing to control Yang, generating dryness-heat, leading to excessive fluid consumption, frequent urination, and hyperglycemia.