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Postpartum loss of breast milk
产后乳汁自出 〔產後乳汁自出〕 chǎn hòu rǔ zhī zì chū
Leaking of milk from the breasts after delivery. Postpartum loss of breast milk is attributed either to spleen-stomach qì vacuity preventing breast milk from being contained or to hyperactive liver fire and excessive free coursing action of the liver.
Patterns
Qì vacuity (气虚 qì xū) patterns are characterized by the absence of distension of the breasts, thin milk, and shortness of breath and lack of strength.
Medicinal therapy: Treat with variations of
Liver heat (肝热 gān rè) patterns are characterized by distension of the breasts, thick milk, heart vexation, irascibility, bitter taste in the mouth, and dry throat.
Medicinal therapy: Calm the liver and clear heat with