What are the symptoms of excessive dampness?
Disease description:
I always feel that my body has excessive dampness, and I often experience joint pain and red spots on my skin. I would like to ask the doctor, what are the symptoms of excessive dampness in the body?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, excessive dampness is referred to as "dampness pathogen" and may manifest in the following symptoms:
1. **Heaviness of the body**: A feeling of limb weakness, as if weighed down, with impaired mobility and even joint pain.
2. **Dizziness and drowsiness**: A sensation of mental fogginess, easy fatigue, daytime sleepiness, and difficulty concentrating.
3. **Indigestion**: Possible loss of appetite, abdominal distension, diarrhea, or sticky stools that are difficult to flush cleanly.
4. **Weight gain**: Abnormal water metabolism in the body may lead to unexplained weight gain or bodily swelling.
5. **Skin problems**: Oily skin, prone to acne, eczema, or itching.
Please note, if symptoms persist or fail to improve, timely medical consultation is advised.
