In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the precursor symptom of myocardial infarction is manifested as "heart paralysis", which is mainly related to the dysfunction of the heart and spleen. The heart and spleen are one of the five organs of traditional Chinese medicine, and their main functions are to produce blood and transport nutrients throughout the body. As a result, dysfunction of the heart and spleen can lead to poor blood circulation, which can lead to pre-myocardial infarction symptoms. Here are the specific symptoms at the five sites:
1. Head: Before a heart attack, some people may experience symptoms such as dizziness, headache, and scalp numbness. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the head is the meeting place of the Yang meridians, and if the qi and blood in the body do not flow smoothly, the head will be affected. At this time, some famous Chinese medicine prescriptions such as Chuanxiong and Cinnamon can play a role in relaxing the muscles and invigorating the blood, and regulating the qi and blood.
2. Chest: Among the precursor symptoms of myocardial infarction, chest pain is one of the more common symptoms. This pain is often described as chest tightness, tightness in the chest, and sometimes radiating to the left arm. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that this is due to the dysfunction of the heart and spleen, which leads to qi stagnation and blood stasis. In traditional Chinese medicine**, some traditional Chinese medicines such as:
Three. 7. Salvia miltiorrhiza is often used to comfort the heart and invigorate blood and relieve the symptoms of chest tightness.
3. Epigastric appraisal: In the precursor symptoms of myocardial infarction, some people may feel discomfort in the upper abdomen, including stomach pain, indigestion, etc. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that if the heart and spleen are out of balance, it will cause symptoms such as stomach discomfort. In view of this situation, some traditional Chinese medicines such as ginseng and poria cocos can be used to regulate and promote the recovery of spleen and stomach function.
4. Arms: In the precursor symptoms of myocardial infarction, some people may experience discomfort such as soreness and numbness in the left arm. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the arm is connected to the heart meridian, and if the heart and spleen are dysfunctional, it will lead to a lack of heart, spleen, qi and blood, which in turn will cause discomfort in the arm. In traditional Chinese medicine**, some Chinese herbs such as salvia, angelica, etc. can be used to promote blood circulation and relieve arm discomfort.
5. Lower limbs: In the precursor symptoms of myocardial infarction, sometimes people may feel soreness and weakness in the lower limbs. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the lower limbs are closely related to the heart and spleen, and if the heart and spleen are dysfunctional, it will lead to poor flow of qi and blood, which will cause discomfort in the lower limbs. In traditional Chinese medicine**, some traditional Chinese medicines such as angelica, psoralen, etc., can promote the flow of qi and blood and relieve discomfort in the lower limbs.
The above are the manifestations of precursor symptoms of myocardial infarction in different parts and the corresponding TCM conditioning methods. It is important to note that not everyone will experience these precursor symptoms, and not necessarily all of them are precursors of heart attack, but if symptoms persist or are severe, it is recommended to seek medical attention in time to rule out the risk.
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