Trigeminal Neuralgia · Yin Deficiency with Yang Hyperactivity Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Head

Pattern Overview

Yin Deficiency with Yang Hyperactivity is a chronic pattern in trigeminal neuralgia, characterized by increased nerve excitability, burning pain, worse at night, dry mouth, and irritability. The core pathogenesis is Yin deficiency failing to control Yang, leading to Yang hyperactivity, nerve hyperexcitability, and central sensitization.