What does a thin pulse mean?

Everyone's pulse is different, but as ordinary people, we cannot know our own pulse conditions to judge any disease problems. But if it is a Chinese medicine practitioner, he or she should usually know something about it, because Chinese medicine practitioners have certain medical knowledge and can understand the changes that occur in people's bodies. A thin pulse is a phenomenon that occurs in the human body, but what does a thin pulse mean?

A deep pulse is a sign of poor Yang Qi, so what does a thin pulse mean? According to Chinese medicine, a thin pulse is one that feels thinner than a normal pulse, or even as thin as a thread. A thin pulse indicates deficiency syndrome, which is mostly caused by yin deficiency or blood deficiency.

Yin deficiency is mostly caused by blood deficiency, and "Yin deficiency causes internal heat." Symptoms include fever in the five parts of the body, dry mouth and throat, irritability and shortness of breath, yellow urine and dry stools; physical weakness, palpitations and shortness of breath, dizziness and blurred vision, poor mental state; irregular menstruation, dull complexion, melanin deposition, chloasma and butterfly spots; menopausal distress; premature entry into menopause; generally more common in women, various hyperfunctional diseases such as tuberculosis, long-term low-grade fever, etc.

People with Yin deficiency should eat more foods that nourish kidney Yin, with the aim of nourishing Yin and suppressing Yang. Commonly chosen foods include sesame, glutinous rice, mung bean, lotus root, watercress, cabbage, black fungus, white fungus, tofu, sugarcane, plum, peach, watermelon, cucumber, lily, yam, squid, turtle, sea cucumber, abalone, crab, milk, oysters, clams, jellyfish, duck meat, pork skin, etc. These foods are mostly sweet, cold and refreshing in nature, and have the effect of nourishing the body's yin. Yin deficiency is the only condition that does not require abstention from cold drinks. Cold drinks have a regulating effect on Yin deficiency. Of course, eating more is encouraged but not excessive.

From the above, we can understand that a thin pulse is a symptom of deficiency, and we can regulate it through daily life and diet. So what are the pulse conditions in traditional Chinese medicine? Let’s continue reading below.

1. Weak pulse

This pulse generally shows that the body is weak and the Qi and blood are insufficient. The pulse appears weak and powerless. At this time, it is recommended that the patient supplement the body scientifically and eat more nutritious foods and fruits so that they can recover as soon as possible and replenish the Qi and blood.

2. Solid pulse

In contrast to a weak pulse, all three pulse locations diagnosed are in a strong state. This symptom is also the opposite of a weak pulse, and it represents the invasion of evil spirits and the body's immune system's resistance. It is recommended that you prescribe the right medicine to cure the external evil.

3. Slippery pulse

This is often a happy pulse, which usually means that the woman is pregnant. Of course, if she is not pregnant, there may be some problems with her diet. The appearance of the pulse is a bit like a ball.

4. Hongmai

This is the opposite of slippery pulse. The pulse is very strong, like surging waves, and the appetite is relatively strong. It is recommended to reduce fire at this time so that you can return to normal life.

5. Floating pulse

This often occurs in patients with long-term illnesses. It is because of the invasion of external evils, but the disease has never been cured, resulting in the disease being plaguing them and the damage of their Yang Qi. Therefore, the pulse appears to be relatively light. Generally, you can feel the pulse when you press lightly with your fingers, but once you press hard, there will be no pulse.

6. Deep pulse

This type of pulse is usually caused by blockage in blood vessels or organs. It is the opposite symptom of floating pulse. Usually, you cannot feel the pulse when you press lightly, but you can feel it when you press hard. This is a manifestation of poor Yang Qi.

7. Slow pulse

The performance of this pulse is the same as its name, which means slow. The normal pulse is 70 to 80 beats per minute, but this pulse is relatively slow, with the number of beats per minute being less than 60. It is usually caused by cold symptoms in the body, which leads to slow circulation of qi and blood.

8. Counting the pulse

This pulse is the opposite of the slow pulse, and it beats more rapidly. Basically, the pulse beats more than 90 times per minute. The reason for this pulse is the opposite of slow pulse, which is due to heat syndrome.

The above is some relevant information about pulse. Pulse is a method used by traditional Chinese medicine to diagnose diseases. If you have an unstable pulse, you should seek medical treatment in time.