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Abdominal Distension (Bloating)
腹胀 (Fù Zhàng)
A Chinese medicine perspective — in everyday language
Abdominal distension is a feeling of fullness, bloating, pressure or discomfort in the abdomen. It may affect the upper abdomen or the whole abdominal area and can occur with or without visible swelling.
How Chinese Medicine Abdominal Distention
In Chinese Medicine, abdominal distension is often associated with disrupted Qi movement in the digestive system, particularly involving the Spleen, Stomach and Liver.
Heart
— mental clarity & awareness
The Heart is associated with the Shen — the mind, awareness and our ability to perceive and process experiences clearly.
Spleen
— focus & concentration
The Spleen is associated with our ability to concentrate, think clearly and hold our attention. When it is weakened, forgetfulness may occur alongside mental fatigue, poor concentration or excessive thinking.
Kidneys
— deeper memory & ageing
Kidney Essence is traditionally associated with the storage and retrieval of memory over time. It naturally declines with age and may also be affected by prolonged exhaustion or overwork.
A personalised approach
This understanding guides the choice of acupuncture points, herbal support, and other therapies.
These are always selected after a full individual assessment, rather than following a fixed protocol.
When to seek medical advice
Ce contenu est proposé à titre informatif et pour une meilleure compréhension.
Il ne remplace pas un diagnostic ni un suivi médical.
Les maux de tête persistants, intenses ou inhabituels doivent toujours être évalués par un professionnel de santé.