Author: Wang Zhengxiang, a Practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine Physician (Practice License Number: застрялпоторописьчто мы передаем информациютайна чжунъивообще0000включая следующие несколько). This article is written by Dr. Wang Zhengxiang, based on classical theories of traditional Chinese medicine and clinical experience, and is intended for general knowledge only. The qualifications can be verified on the official website of the National Health Commission of China.
Many people think that if there's always something stuck in the throat like a ball of cotton, which can't be coughed up or swallowed, it's "chronic pharyngitis," and they need to take anti-inflammatory drugs or drink cold tea. However, this is not necessarily the case. In clinical practice of traditional Chinese medicine, such symptoms have a more vivid name - "Méi hé qì" (plum kernel qi), as if a plum kernel is stuck in the throat, making it impossible to spit out or swallow. This condition is often not due to inflammation, but to an imbalance in the flow of Qi.
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What is "Méi hé qì"?In traditional Chinese medicine, "Méi hé qì" is a term used to describe a condition where the patient feels as if a plum kernel is stuck in the throat. This feeling is often accompanied by difficulty in swallowing and a persistent cough. The cause of "Méi hé qì" is usually related to emotional disturbances, such as stress, anxiety, or sadness, which can lead to Qi stagnation in the throat region.
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How to Diagnose and Treat "Méi hé qì"?The diagnosis of "Méi hé qì" is mainly based on the patient's symptoms and the doctor's clinical judgment. Treatment usually involves adjusting the flow of Qi and calming the mind. Acupuncture, herbal medicine, and dietary adjustments are commonly used methods. For example, acupuncture points such as "Fengchi" (GBрассмотреть веко) and "Shenmen" (HTмягко) are often used to relieve the symptoms of "Méi hé qì".