Blood Stasis Constitution
血瘀體質 / 血瘀体质
Constitutional pattern of sluggish blood circulation, often with dark complexion, fixed pain or purple tongue.
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| Health Topic | Constitution Care |
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| Also Known As | Blood stasis type, Tendency to Blood stasis, Xue Yu constitution, Stagnant blood constitution |
| Common Symptoms | A constitutional tendency toward sluggish Blood circulation. Common observations include a darker or purplish complexion, fixed pain in certain areas, dark menstrual flow with clots in women, and a tongue that may show purple spots. Symptoms often feel more fixed than moving. |
| Related Classical Formulas | |
| Related Articles | Blood Stasis Constitution: Syndrome Differentiation and Daily Care |
Blood Stasis Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Blood stasis constitution describes a long-term tendency in Traditional Chinese Medicine characterised by impaired Blood movement. Typical features include fixed pain, darker complexion and tongue signs of stasis. It is distinguished from pure Qi stagnation and from Blood deficiency. Traditional strategies focus on invigorating Blood; specific formulas are selected only after clinical pattern differentiation. Accompanying signs such as tongue appearance, pulse quality and the presence of heat or cold help distinguish one presentation from another.
Classical Formulas Traditionally Associated With This Pattern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blood Stasis Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Blood Stasis Constitution (血瘀质) is one of the nine body constitutions in TCM. It is characterized by poor Blood circulation and a tendency toward stagnation. Common features include a dull or dark complexion, purple or dark lips, rough skin, fixed pain, spider veins or varicose veins, a dark tongue with stasis spots or purple hue, and a choppy pulse. It is often linked to trauma, prolonged Qi stagnation, cold exposure or chronic illness.
What are the typical signs and symptoms of Blood Stasis Constitution?
Typical manifestations include dark or dull facial complexion, dark lips or eyelids, fixed stabbing pain, dry or rough skin, easy bruising, spider nevi or varicose veins, and in women, painful menstruation with dark clots. The tongue is often dark purple with stasis spots, and the pulse may feel choppy or wiry.
How does TCM regulate Blood Stasis Constitution?
The main principle is to invigorate Blood and resolve stasis while addressing any underlying Qi stagnation or Cold. Classic formulas such as Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang or Tao Hong Si Wu Tang may be modified according to the individual. Acupuncture, moderate exercise and lifestyle adjustments are also used. All treatment should be guided by a qualified TCM practitioner.
This library is educational. It describes how Traditional Chinese Medicine has traditionally understood these presentations. It is not a diagnosis, and it is not a treatment recommendation.
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