Main symptoms of kidney yin deficiency
Disease description:
I am 55 years old and have recently been experiencing soreness and weakness in my lower back and knees, along with occasional feelings of heat. A friend mentioned it might be kidney yin deficiency. I would like to know what symptoms are associated with kidney yin deficiency?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Kidney yin deficiency refers to a condition caused by insufficient kidney yin fluids, which are unable to nourish the entire body, leading to a series of symptoms associated with deficiency heat. The main symptoms include:
1. Weakness and soreness in the lower back and knees: Patients often feel weakness and pain in the lower back and knee areas, especially after physical exertion.
2. Dizziness and tinnitus: Patients with kidney yin deficiency may experience dizziness and tinnitus; in severe cases, blurred vision may also occur.
3. Tidal fever and night sweats: Characterized by intermittent body heat, particularly noticeable at night or during emotional excitement, often accompanied by profuse, sticky sweating.
4. Insomnia and vivid dreams: Kidney yin deficiency affects the interaction between the heart and kidneys, leading to excessive heart fire and restlessness of the mind, resulting in insomnia, vivid dreams, and decreased sleep quality.
5. Heat sensation in the five centers: Unexplained heat sensations in the palms, soles, and chest are signs of internal heat due to kidney yin deficiency.
6. Red tongue with little moisture: Kidney yin deficiency leads to insufficient body fluids, failing to moisten the mouth and tongue, resulting in a red tongue with little coating.
However, the severity of symptoms varies among individuals. If you experience the above symptoms, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly.
