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MENTAL MODEL · M1790

Sinking of Middle Qi

Sinking of Middle Qi
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-31

CORE DEFINITION

Spleen and stomach qi deficiency, unable to lift and raise, leading to visceral ptosis (gastroptosis, uterine prolapse, rectal prolapse) or chronic diarrhea, dizziness.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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A balloon leaking air. The internal organs are held up by 'qi'. When qi is deficient, things fall down. Treatment not only needs to supplement qi, but also use lifting drugs (Bupleurum, Cimicifuga) to give an upward lifting force (Buzhong Yiqi).

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Spleen and stomach qi deficiency leads to failure of lifting and raising, clear qi sinking causing prolapse, chronic diarrhea, etc., indicating the dysfunction of the 'lifting' function, requiring supplementing qi and lifting yang.

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