What are the 8 major signs of liver qi stagnation?

Patients with liver qi stagnation may experience decreased appetite, red eyes with dry mouth, insomnia with many dreams, chest distress, and shortness of breath. For specific conditions, patients can consult professional doctors in formal hospitals for more information.

1. Decreased Appetite

Liver qi stagnation may have a certain impact on spleen and stomach functions, hindering the digestion and absorption of food, resulting in symptoms such as decreased appetite and indigestion.

2. Red Eyes with Dry Mouth

Improper diet, long-term staying up late, and other factors usually affect the normal dispersing function of the liver, leading to liver qi stagnation and liver fire ascending. This can cause symptoms such as red and swollen eyes, dry mouth, and bitter taste in the mouth.

3. Insomnia with Many Dreams

Emotional distress and liver qi stagnation turning into fire can easily damage the normal function of the liver, resulting in emotional abnormalities and smooth flow of qi and blood being obstructed. This usually leads to symptoms of insomnia with many dreams, affecting normal life and work.

4. Chest Distress and Shortness of Breath

The liver stores blood and governs dispersion. Qi stagnation and poor circulation of qi and blood usually cause symptoms such as chest distress, shortness of breath, and dizziness.

In addition, patients with liver qi stagnation may also experience irritability, chest and rib pain, irregular menstruation in women, and other symptoms. When necessary, patients can be treated with Xiaoyao Pill, Chaihu Shugan Pill, Danzhi Xiaoyao Pill, and other medications under the guidance of a doctor, which can help improve symptoms. In daily life, it is also necessary to pay attention to a light diet, avoid spicy and stimulating foods, get enough rest, and maintain a good mindset.