What are the symptoms of excessive dampness in the human body?
Disease description:
Recently, people have been asking me whether they have excessive dampness in their body. I would like to ask, what are the symptoms of excessive dampness in the human body?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Tiesheng
Excessive dampness in the human body is a common constitutional condition in traditional Chinese medicine theory, mainly caused by spleen deficiency, improper diet, and humid environments. Excessive dampness can affect multiple systems and organs, presenting a series of symptoms as follows:
1. Fatigue and weakness: Patients may feel heavy-bodied, tired, and weak, always wanting to sleep, experiencing dizziness with a heavy head and heavy limbs, and even memory decline.
2. Digestive disturbances: Excessive dampness can also affect appetite, leading to symptoms such as poor appetite, chest tightness, abdominal distension, sticky mouth sensation, and thirst without desire to drink.
3. Skin manifestations: Excessive dampness may trigger skin problems such as eczema, acne, and skin itching, particularly common in summer.
4. Loose or unformed stools: Individuals with excessive dampness typically have loose, unformed stools that tend to stick to the toilet bowl and are difficult to flush away.
5. Joint discomfort: Dampness tends to invade the joints, causing joint pain and stiffness, especially noticeable during rainy weather.
6. Decreased sleep quality: Individuals with excessive dampness often experience poor sleep, frequent awakenings, and vivid dreams, which may eventually lead to neurasthenia over time.
