Episode Summary:

Welcome to another insightful episode of "Study Acupuncture with Me". In this episode, we're diving into the intricacies of Heart Yin Deficiency, a common pattern in both clinical practice and board exams. We're going to talk about Heart Yin Deficiency in terms of Pattern identification and potential causes

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Introduction to Heart Yin Deficiency:

   • Overview of heart functions in traditional Chinese medicine, focusing on the heart's role in governing blood and housing the Shen (spirit).

2. Heart Yin vs. Heart Yang:

   • Explanation of how Heart Yin and Yang are complementary forces, with Yin nourishing and anchoring the heart, and Yang propelling physiological activity.

3. Signs and Symptoms:

   • Common manifestations include palpitations, insomnia, anxiety, and dry mouth, with specific signs such as a tongue without coating and a floating, empty pulse indicating Yin deficiency.

4. Causes:

   • Discusses stress, overwork, and external factors like heat as primary causes of Heart Yin Deficiency.

5. Differential Diagnosis:

   • Differentiating insomnia from Heart Yin Deficiency and Heart Blood Deficiency based on sleep patterns.

6. Recommendations:

   • Importance of consulting an acupuncturist for personalized treatment, with points like Ren 4, Ren 14, and Spleen 6 highlighted for nourishing heart Yin.

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