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What is indicated by a dark circle under the eye that is swollen?
What is indicated by a dark circle under the eye that is swollen?
- SP deficiency (correct)
- Blood circulation issue
- KD excess
- LV deficiency
Which of the following is characterized by a non-swollen, blue-black discoloration under the eye?
Which of the following is characterized by a non-swollen, blue-black discoloration under the eye?
- KD deficiency
- Blood circulation issue
- Poor diet
- LV deficiency (correct)
What type of deficiency is indicated by a dark circle under the eye that is both swollen and dark in color?
What type of deficiency is indicated by a dark circle under the eye that is both swollen and dark in color?
- Qi deficiency
- SP deficiency
- LV deficiency
- KD deficiency (correct)
What is the primary difference between LV deficiency and SP deficiency in terms of their physical manifestations under the eye?
What is the primary difference between LV deficiency and SP deficiency in terms of their physical manifestations under the eye?
What is not a factor contributing to the development of dark circles under the eyes?
What is not a factor contributing to the development of dark circles under the eyes?
Study Notes
Dark Circles and Eye Bags
- Dark circles and eye bags are caused by sagging, poor blood circulation, and age spots.
- The appearance of dark circles and eye bags can indicate underlying deficiencies:
- No swelling, but a fixed color suggests SP (Spleen) deficiency.
- No swelling, but blue-black in color suggests LV (Liver) deficiency.
- Swelling and dark color suggest KD (Kidney) deficiency.
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Identify the underlying causes of dark circles and eye bags based on their appearance, including sagging, poor blood circulation, and age spots, and associate them with specific deficiencies in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
