Zang Fu 1 Sp/st

Front 1

the ST controls ___________, aka ________

Back 1

Controlls Rotting and Ripening of food(r/r) aka The Bubbling Cauldron

Front 2

St is the origin of ___
SP is the Origin of__________

Back 2

ST- origin on fluids
SP origin of Birth and Dvlpmnt

Front 3

what is the relationship between ST/KD and why is it important

Back 3

KD is the Gate of the ST
tgthr they transform fluids in the lower burner- if kd fnctn is impaired fluids stagnate and flow up toward ST and impair digestion

ST yin xu -> KD yin xu

Front 4

what functns does the ST control?

Back 4

r/r
transportation of food essence
decnding of Qi

Front 5

how does the ST affect the Tongue and Pulse?

Back 5

ST qi ensures that the QI of all organs reaches the pulse- rough pulse=ST Qi xu

Transportation of food essence/fluids is closely related to the tongue coat

Front 6

where is food essence transported to

Back 6

SP/ST transport food essence to the whole body especially the limbs

Front 7

what functn of the ST aids digestion?

Back 7

decnding function- downward mvt through the intestines

Front 8

ST easily suffers from xu or xs?
what is commonly affected by such conditions

Back 8

xs such as fire or phlgm fire
agitates the mind -> Mental Symptms - shut oneself inthe house, close all windows and doors, wanting to be alone, uncontrolled laughing/singing/talking, violent/manic behavior, taking off one's clothes, hypomania, hyperactivity, anxiety, mental confusion

Front 9

what is the relationship between SP/ST

Back 9

opposites r/r vs t/t

Front 10

what aspect of Qi doese the SP control

Back 10

controls raising of QI

Front 11

what is the SP relationship with blood?

Back 11

produces Qi and blood and
Controls blood (Qi) by holding the blood in the vessels
must tonify SP when tonifying blood

Front 12

this organ has a function that prevents atrophy

Back 12

SP - controls the muscles and 4 limbs - extracts food qi and nourished all tissues in the body

Front 13

where does the SP open to?

Where does the SP manifest?

Back 13

OPens to mouth - contributes to taste

Manifets on Lips

Front 14

What tastes may occur if there is impairment of the SP?

Back 14

bland, sticky, sweet (heat)

Front 15

which direction of Qi does the SP contorl? why is this important?

Back 15

Controls Raising of Qi- holds all organs in place, ascnds clear yang qi to LU/HT

Front 16

The SP houses the _____

What does this influence

Back 16

Thought - Yi
influences capacity of thinking, studying, concenetrating, focusing, memorizing

SP/HT-think about problems, long term memory
SP/KD-nourish brain, short term memory, everyday life

Front 17

SP loathes ________

Back 17

damp

Front 18

what are some causes of SP Qi Xu?

Back 18

irregular diet, xs/not enough eating, lack protein, xs thinking, cold/raw food, damp exposure, long term illness

Front 19

your px is an analyst, and she comes to you bc she always feels tired, and wants to lies down. after intake you find that she has a poor appetite with distention after eating, loose stools and feels weak, you notice her complexion is sallow and her eyes are tearing.

what is the diagnosis and tx?

Back 19

SP Qi xu

tonify SP

Front 20

what tongue and pulse are associated with SP Qi Xu

Back 20

T-pale thin white coat
P-weak empty

Front 21

tearing of the eyes is a symptom of what pattern?

Back 21

SP Qi Xu

Front 22

what can cause SP yang xu

Back 22

long term qi xu, cold/damp environment, ice cold drinks/food, KD yang Xu

Front 23

your px has cocks crow diarrhea, edema, abdominal distention, lassitdues, and clear vaginal discharge
Her pulse is deep/weak/slow
Her Tongue is Pale/moist/puffy

waht is the diagnosis and tx?

Back 23

SP Yang Xu

Tonify and warm SP yang

Front 24

what causes SP Qi Sinking?

Back 24

Weakness post illness, overstrain, standing for long hours, irregular diet, mental strain, cold/raw foods

Front 25

your px is depressed has a pale complexn, weak limbs, frequent and urgent urination, and menorragiah,
Tongue is pale
P is weak
what is the Dx and Tx?

Back 25

Sp Qi Sinkning,

tonify Sp Qi and Raise Qi

Front 26

what are some causes of SP not controlling the blood?

Back 26

irreg diet, xs thinking, cold/raw foods, exposure to damp, prolonged illness, overstrain

Front 27

your px is depressed and has a sallow complexn, she has blood in her stools and urine. her tongue is pale, and her pulse is thready and weak

what is the diagnosis and tx?

Back 27

Sp not controlling the blood

tonify SP Qi and stop bleeding

Front 28

can emotions cause yin xu?

Back 28

yes

Front 29

what is the tongue and pulse for SP Yin xu?

what is the tx?

Back 29

t- red, scanty coat
p- thready, rapid, rough

Nourish SP, harmoninze the MJ

Front 30

what are s/s of SP yin xu?

Back 30

emaciation, weakness, no appetite w/o desire, abd distention after eating, dry lips/mouth, 5 cnnt hear, yellow urine, dry stool

Front 31

joint pain, insomnia, depression and thin body are s/s associated with what pattern?

what is the tx?

Back 31

Sp Blood Xu

poor appetite, sl ab distention after eating, tired, lassitude, dull/pale complxn, weak limbs, loose stool, deprssn, scanty/amenorrhea

TX- tonify SP Qi, nourish blood

Front 32

what Tongue and Pulse are associated with SP Blood Xu

Back 32

T- pale, thin, sl dry
P- choppy, thready

Front 33

your px feels heavy. she feels cold in her abdmn and epigastrium, and she has white vaginal discharge. Her complexion is dull white and her pulse is moderate and soggy.
what is the diagnosis
what do you expect her tongue to look like
what is the tx?

Back 33

SP Damp Cold
T- greasy thick white coat
Resolve damp, expel cold

Front 34

Your px has loose stools with a foul smell, a dull yelllow complexion and oily sweat. She has a bitter taste in the mouth too
her tongue is red w a greasy yellow coat
what is the diagnosis and tx

Back 34

SP Damp heat
Resolve Damp , clear heat

Front 35

constant lo grade fever and oily sweat are associated with what pattern?

Back 35

SP Damp Heat
constant lo fever bc damp traps heat inside

Front 36

Epigastric pain is associated with ____
Abdominal pain is associated with ____

Back 36

Epigastric - ST
Abdominal - SP

Front 37

fatigue especially in the morning is associated with ___

Back 37

ST QI XU

Front 38

mono can cause ___
what are s/s of this pattern?

Back 38

ST QI XU
epigastric fullness/distention, belching, loose stool, no desire to eat/drink, no taste

TX- strengthn St Qi

Front 39

ST XU Cold is closely associated with ____. what are some causes

Back 39

Similar to Yang Xu
cold diet, lack of protein, exterior cold, constitutional SP/ST yang xu, illness, xs cold herbs

Front 40

epigastric pain that is worse after a BM is associated with __. what are some other key s\s

Back 40

ST Xu Cold- epigastric pain that feels better after easting and with warmth, refluc of clear fluids, no appetite/thirst. desire for warm food/drink. weak limbs, fatigue, pale/bright white complexion

t-pale moist puffy
p-deep waek slow

Front 41

what is the tx for ST Xu Cold?

Back 41

tonify/warm ST/SP Qi/Yang

Front 42

your px had a cold with a high fever and now she is on antibiotics. she has a dull/burning epigastric pain, dry retching and no desire to eat
Her tongue is red with no coat
what is the diagnosis and tx?

Back 42

ST Yin Xu
Nourish St Yin, generate fluids

Front 43

what causes ST qi stag?

Back 43

LV Qi Stag, eating in a hurry, worry/upset while eating, anger, frustration

Front 44

what are the tongue and pulse like for ST Qi Xu

what is the tx?

Back 44

t- normal or red side in severe cases
p- wiry

move the St Qi, eliminate stag, descnd ST Qi

Front 45

sour regurg, desire for cold drinks, xs hunger, constipation, bleeding gums, vomit after eating are all s/s of ___. what other s/s would occur if there was phlgm also?

Back 45

ST Fire
Phlgm Fire - stools with mucus, insomnia, less thrist, expectorate phlgm, greasy yellow/black coat, slippery, slippery,rapid,overflowing pulse

Front 46

what is the tx for ST fire and Phlgm Fire?

Back 46

Drain St Fire, Descnd St Qi - resolve phlgm

Front 47

cold invading the ST is longterm or acute?

what are the s/s?

Back 47

acute
sever ab pain, feel cold, vomit clear fluids esp after cold fluids. likes warmth

t-thick white coat
p-deep tight slow

Front 48

what is the TX for Cold invading the ST?

Back 48

expel cold, warm ST, descnd ST Qi

Front 49

What causes Rebel St Qi?

Back 49

Emotions causing LV to invade ST, irreg diet, eating while upset/hurry/working. qi stag

Front 50

what is the tongue and pulse for rebel ST Qi

what is the tx?

Back 50

t- no change
p- tight or wiry

tx-subdue/descnd rebel qi

Front 51

facial pain wth thick nasal dischage, sticky taste in mouth, dull yellow complxn, epigastric fullness are all s/s of ___
what is the t/p/tx?

Back 51

ST Damp Heat
t- red, sticky yellow coat
p- slippery rapid
tx- clear heat, resolve damp, descnd ST Qi

Front 52

this pattern is especially common in babies and children

Back 52

Food Retention -
also overeating, eaet in hurry/worry, SP/ST qi xu, unclean food

Front 53

epigastric pain relieved by vomit, sour regurg/vomit, foul breath, insomnia, loose stools or constipation are s/s if ___

what are t/p/tx?

Back 53

Food Retention
T-thick white or yellow coat
P-full, slippery
TX-resolve food stag, descnd ST Qi

Front 54

what causes ST blood Stasis?

Back 54

Qi Stag, Heat or Cold

Front 55

vomiting of food that looks like coffee grounds is associated with ____
what are some other s/s?

Back 55

ST Blood Stasis
severe stabbing epigastric pain, worse with heat/pressure, vomit dark blood, bloody stool, nausea

t- purple/purple spots
P- wiry, choppy

Front 56

invigorate blood, eliminate stasis and descnd qi is the tx for which pattern?

Back 56

ST Blood Stasis