Acupuncture for PCOS
Phlegm-Damp, Kidney Deficiency and cycle regulation
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Polycystic ovary syndrome maps in Chinese medicine onto a cluster of well-described patterns rather than a single diagnosis. The most frequent clinical picture is Phlegm-Damp accumulation obstructing the Chōng and Rèn vessels, layered over Kidney deficiency. Liver Qi stagnation and Blood Stasis are common complicating factors, particularly where cycles are long, irregular or absent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most common TCM pattern in PCOS?+
Phlegm-Damp accumulation obstructing the Chōng and Rèn vessels is the classic presentation, typically layered over an underlying Kidney deficiency. Liver Qi stagnation and Blood Stasis frequently complicate the picture in longer-standing cases.
Which acupuncture points are used for PCOS?+
SP 6 Sān Yīn Jiāo, CV 4 Guān Yuán and Zǐ Gōng (EX-CA 1) form the pelvic core, with ST 40 Fēng Lóng added for Phlegm-Damp and LR 3 Tài Chōng where the cycle shifts with stress.
Should acupuncture replace medical management of PCOS?+
No. PCOS carries metabolic and fertility implications that require medical oversight, including monitoring for insulin resistance. Chinese medicine is used alongside that care, not instead of it.