jam1 heoi1陰虛阴虚
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Yaleyām hēui
Definition
Yin deficiency; a Chinese medicine condition where insufficient bodily fluids lead to relative excess of Yang and deficiency heat.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a state of internal dryness rather than an actual infection or fever. It is frequently associated with symptoms like night sweats, dry throat, and a rapid pulse, which are interpreted as false heat. Practitioners emphasize that cooling herbs used for typical inflammation can actually worsen the condition by further depleting body fluids.
Examples
He is always thirsty and feels feverish, is it Yin deficiency?
The TCM practitioner said my constitution is Yin deficient, I need to drink more nourishing soups.
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Common phrases
Yin deficiency with excessive fire
Yin deficiency with internal heat
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for simple heatiness and try to treat it with bitter cooling teas, which can be counterproductive. True Yin deficiency requires nourishing fluids to restore balance rather than aggressive cooling.
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