Dizziness is one of the common clinical symptoms that many people have experienced before. Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that the etiology and pathogenesis of dizziness are complex and often related to dysfunction of organs such as the liver, spleen, and kidneys. According to different clinical manifestations and pathogenesis, traditional Chinese medicine divides dizziness into nine types, including liver yang hyperactivity type, liver fire inflammation type, phlegm turbidity obstruction type, qi and blood deficiency type, kidney essence deficiency type, blood stasis obstruction type, cold water excess type, wind heat disturbance type, and damp heat accumulation type. Next, we will introduce the traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis and treatment of these nine types of dizziness one by one.
The advantages of traditional Chinese medicine in treating dizziness
1. Small side effects: Traditional Chinese medicine often uses natural medicines and manual therapy to treat diseases, with relatively small side effects. In the treatment of dizziness, there are generally no side effects, and patients can use it with confidence.
2. Stable therapeutic effect: Traditional Chinese medicine focuses on overall regulation and individualized treatment for diseases, resulting in relatively stable therapeutic effects. In the treatment of dizziness, traditional Chinese medicine doctors will develop personalized treatment plans based on the specific situation of the patient, in order to achieve better treatment results.
3. Low cost: The cost of treating diseases with traditional Chinese medicine is relatively low, and patients can afford it economically. In the treatment of dizziness, the cost is relatively low, and patients can benefit more economically.
Liver Yang Hyperactivity Dizziness
Liver Yang Hyperactivity Dizziness is mainly characterized by symptoms such as dizziness, vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss, dry mouth, bitter mouth, red face and eyes, irritability, insomnia and dreams. In terms of treatment, traditional Chinese medicine adopts the method of calming the liver and suppressing yang, and commonly used drugs include Tianma, Gouteng, Shixianming, Eucommia ulmoides, etc. At the same time, traditional Chinese medicine also emphasizes regulating emotions and avoiding emotional fluctuations that worsen the condition.
Liver fire inflammation type vertigo
Liver fire inflammation type vertigo is mainly characterized by dizziness, vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss, red face and eyes, bitter mouth and dry throat, irritability and irritability. In terms of treatment, traditional Chinese medicine adopts the method of clearing the liver and purging fire, and commonly used drugs include gentian grass, Scutellaria baicalensis, Gardenia jasminoides, Bupleurum chinense, etc. In addition, traditional Chinese medicine also emphasizes dietary regulation to avoid spicy and greasy foods that worsen the condition.
Phlegm obstruction type dizziness
Phlegm obstruction type dizziness is mainly characterized by symptoms such as dizziness, head heaviness, chest tightness, and nausea and vomiting. In terms of treatment, traditional Chinese medicine adopts the method of dispelling phlegm and eliminating turbidity, and commonly used drugs include Pinellia ternata, Chenpi peel, Poria cocos, Atractylodes macrocephala, etc. In addition, traditional Chinese medicine also emphasizes dietary regulation to avoid aggravating the condition with fatty, sweet, and thick tasting foods.
Qi and blood deficiency type dizziness
Qi and blood deficiency type dizziness is mainly characterized by symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, palpitations, insomnia, and pale complexion. In terms of treatment, traditional Chinese medicine adopts the method of nourishing qi and blood, and commonly used drugs include astragalus, ginseng, Atractylodes macrocephala, Angelica sinensis, etc. In addition, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes regulating diet and avoiding excessive fatigue that exacerbates the condition.
Dizziness caused by insufficient kidney essence
Dizziness caused by insufficient kidney essence mainly manifests as symptoms such as dizziness and vertigo, tinnitus and hearing loss, soreness and weakness of the waist and knees, nocturnal emissions and night sweats. In terms of treatment, traditional Chinese medicine uses the method of tonifying the kidney and essence, and commonly used drugs are rehmannia, cornus officinalis, and wolfberry fruit. In addition, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes regulating emotions and avoiding excessive sexual activity from worsening the condition.
Blood stasis obstruction type dizziness
Blood stasis obstruction type dizziness mainly manifests as symptoms such as dizziness, headache, insomnia, forgetfulness, and palpitations. In terms of treatment, traditional Chinese medicine adopts the method of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, and commonly used drugs include peach kernels, safflower, and red peony. In addition, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes regulating diet and avoiding cold foods that worsen the condition.
Cold Water Generalized Dizziness
Cold Water Generalized Dizziness mainly manifests as symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, chest tightness, and abdominal distension. In terms of treatment, traditional Chinese medicine adopts the method of warming yang and promoting diuresis, and commonly used drugs include Poria cocos and Atractylodes macrocephala. In addition, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes regulating diet and avoiding cold foods that worsen the condition.
Wind heat disturbance type dizziness
Wind heat disturbance type dizziness is mainly characterized by symptoms such as dizziness, fever, headache, thirst, and dry throat. In terms of treatment, traditional Chinese medicine adopts the method of dispelling wind and clearing heat, and commonly used drugs include honeysuckle, forsythia suspensa, etc. In addition, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes regulating diet and avoiding spicy foods that worsen the condition.
Damp heat intrinsic vertigo
Damp heat intrinsic vertigo is mainly characterized by symptoms such as dizziness, heaviness, drowsiness, chest tightness, and abdominal distension. In terms of treatment, traditional Chinese medicine adopts the method of clearing heat and dampness, and commonly used drugs include Huanglian, Huangqin, etc. In addition, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes regulating diet and avoiding greasy foods that worsen the condition.
Conclusion
Different types of dizziness have different treatment methods, therefore, patients should first clarify which type of dizziness they belong to before treatment. At the same time, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the principle of combining holistic concepts with individualized treatment, and developing personalized treatment plans based on the specific situation of patients. During the treatment process, patients should actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment recommendations and precautions in order to recover as soon as possible.