Are梅核气and rebellious stomach qi the same condition?

Generally speaking, Meigenqi (a sensation of a foreign body in the throat) and rebellious stomach qi are not the same condition. The specific analysis is as follows:

Meigenqi is a syndrome in traditional Chinese medicine characterized by a sensation of a foreign object in the throat, as if a plum kernel were stuck there—unable to be coughed up or swallowed down, with symptoms that come and go intermittently. This symptom is relatively common in clinical practice and may be associated with pharyngeal diseases, disorders of adjacent organs, distant organ conditions such as gastrointestinal diseases, or systemic illnesses. Rebellious stomach qi is a term used in traditional Chinese medicine referring to impaired downward movement of stomach qi, resulting in its abnormal upward reversal. It is commonly caused by improper diet, emotional imbalances, or spleen and stomach deficiency, and frequently occurs in conditions such as indigestion, reflux esophagitis, neurogenic vomiting, and gastric spasms. Its main symptoms include belching, acid regurgitation, nausea and vomiting, abdominal distension, and loss of appetite.

Meigenqi and rebellious stomach qi are two distinct medical conditions, requiring diagnosis and treatment based on the patient's specific symptoms, underlying causes, and physical constitution. When related symptoms occur, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention and follow the advice of qualified healthcare professionals.