What Are the 10 Symptoms of Liver Qi Stagnation?

Nov 13, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

Introduction

Under normal circumstances, symptoms of liver qi stagnation include emotional depression, distension and pain in the chest and hypochondrium, irregular menstruation, insomnia with vivid dreams, poor appetite, etc. The specific content is as follows: 1. Emotional depression: Patients with liver qi stagnation often exhibit symptoms such as low mood and emotional depression. They may feel sad, helpless, lose interest in daily activities, and may even experience emotional problems such as anxiety and irritability.

Generally, symptoms of liver qi stagnation include emotional depression, distension and pain in the chest and hypochondrium, irregular menstruation, insomnia with frequent dreams, and loss of appetite. The specific details are as follows:

1. Emotional Depression: Patients with liver qi stagnation often exhibit symptoms of low mood and emotional depression. They may feel sad, helpless, lose interest in daily activities, and may even experience emotional problems such as anxiety and irritability.

2. Distension and Pain in the Chest and Hypochondrium: Due to stagnant liver qi leading to impaired flow of qi, patients may experience distension and pain in the chest and hypochondrium. This pain may vary in intensity and becomes particularly noticeable during emotional fluctuations. It may sometimes be accompanied by chest tightness and shortness of breath.

3. Irregular Menstruation: For female patients, liver qi stagnation may also affect the normal menstrual cycle. Patients may experience menstrual irregularities, reduced or increased menstrual flow, prolonged or shortened menstrual periods, and may also suffer from dysmenorrhea and breast distension.

4. Insomnia with Frequent Dreams: Liver qi stagnation may also affect the patient's sleep quality. Symptoms may include difficulty falling asleep, easy awakening, and frequent dreaming, resulting in decreased sleep quality that subsequently impacts daily life and work performance.

5. Loss of Appetite: Liver qi stagnation may also impair the function of the spleen and stomach, leading to symptoms such as loss of appetite and indigestion. Patients may experience poor appetite, lose interest in food, and may even develop nausea and vomiting.

In daily life, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits and a positive mindset can help alleviate symptoms of liver qi stagnation.

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