Chapter 3: Organ Manifestation (藏象/脏象)

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts and terms from the lecture notes on organ manifestations and their interrelationships.

Extraordinary Fu-Organs

Organs that include marrow, brain, bones, uterus, vessels, and gallbladder; exhibit characteristics of both hollow and storing functions.

Marrow

Generated by the Kidneys, nourishes the brain and spinal cord, produces bones.

Brain

Referred to as the 'Sea of Marrow', connects with the Heart and Liver, controlling intelligence and memory.

Bones

Governed by the Kidney, involved in storage of marrow and providing structure and strength.

Uterus

Regulated by Kidney Jing, functions include menstruation and pregnancy support.

Gallbladder

Stores bile and is unique for not connecting directly to exterior; connected to digestive functions.

Heart-Lungs Relationship

Interactive relationship where the Heart governs blood and Lungs dominate Qi, important for respiration.

Heart-Liver Relationship

Cooperative interaction that ensures normal blood circulation and regulates mental and emotional activities.

Heart-Kidneys Relationship

Mutual support between Fire and Water; essential for nourishment and mental stability.

Spleen-Lungs Relationship

Spleen governs Qi and Blood generation, while the Lungs control respiration.

Heart-Spleen Disharmony

Condition occurring when insufficient Heart blood fails to nourish Spleen, leading to various clinical manifestations.

Liver-Spleen Disharmony

Combination of disharmony where stagnant Liver Qi invades the Spleen leading to digestion issues.

Kidney Essence

The foundation of Shen, interrelated with Heart function regulating vitality and mental activity.

Liver-Blood Deficiency

Condition resulting from prolonged Spleen dysfunction leading to insufficient generation of blood.

Lung-Kidney Disharmony

Imbalance affecting fluid metabolism, characterized by respiratory difficulties.