Description
Book SynopsisIs it possible to take your health in your own hand without having to see a doctor? Common problems such as acne and pimples, color spots, swollen face, red veins in the eyes and on the face, and color changes in the face—what caused these things to happen? Facial diagnosis in traditional Chinese medicine can help you understand the various signals your body sends out regarding the state of your health. Facial diagnosis is an integral part of TCM’s diagnostic methods. TCM believes that all that exists on the inside of the body will ultimately reveal themselves on the outside. By observing changes occurring in the face, one can gain insight into the health status of the internal organs of the human body, thereby preventing some diseases from developing and improving one’s health as a result. Facial diagnostic method, as introduced in this book, is easy to learn and practice. Combined with pictures and texts, the book is accessible to the readers and suitable for daily home health care.
Table of ContentsContents Introduction Chapter One Understanding Face Reading 1. Basic Concepts
2. Theoretical Foundation
3. Cautions
Chapter Two Face Reading Methods 1. General Diagnosis of the Face
2. Diagnosis Through the Eyes
3. Diagnosis Through the Ears
4. Diagnosis Through the Nose
5. Diagnosis Through the Lips
6. DiagnosisThrough the Tongue
7. Diagnosis Through the Teeth
Chapter Three Diagnosis and Treatment of Common Ailments 1. Common Cold
2. Chronic Bronchitis
3. Pharyngitis
4. Tonsillitis
5. Pulmonary Emphysema
6. Tuberculosis
7. Chronic Gastritis
8. Gastric and Duodenal Ulcers
9. Gastroptosis
10. Constipation
11. Enteritis
12. Fatty Liver
13. Chronic Hepatitis
14. Cholecystitis and Gallstones
15. Hyperthyroidism
16. Diabetes
17. Heart Disease
18. Hypertension
19. Hypotension
20. Dizziness
21. Insomnia
22. Tinnitus
23. Headache
24. Neurasthenia
25. Cerebral Arteriosclerosis
26. Cervical Spondylosis
27. Rheumatoid Arthritis
28. Lower Back Pain
29. Frozen Shoulder
30. Irregular Menstruation
31. Dysmenorrhea
32. Hyperplasia of the Breast
33. Uterine Fibroids
34. Ovarian Cysts
35. Infertility
36. Chronic Prostatitis
37. Erectile Dysfunction
38. Nocturnal Emissions
Appendix Location of Acupoints
