Hypothyroidism · Liver Depression with Spleen Deficiency Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Liver Depression with Spleen Deficiency is a common pattern in hypothyroidism, particularly associated with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, fatigue, depression, and stress-related immune dysfunction. The core pathogenesis is chronic stress causing Liver Qi depression, which overacts on the Spleen, leading to immune dysregulation and progressive thyroid dysfunction.

Hypothyroidism · Phlegm-Dampness Internal Obstruction Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Phlegm-Dampness Internal Obstruction is a common pattern in hypothyroidism, characterized by glycosaminoglycan deposition, myxedema, heavy sensation, sticky mouth, and fluid retention. The core pathogenesis is accumulation of Phlegm-Dampness in the body due to impaired Spleen transformation, leading to interstitial fluid retention and myxedema.

Key Symptoms and Differentiation Points

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Hypothyroidism · Qi-Blood Deficiency Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Qi-Blood Deficiency is a common pattern in hypothyroidism, characterized by thyroid hormone deficiency anemia, fatigue, pale complexion, dizziness, and palpitations. The core pathogenesis is insufficient Qi and Blood failing to nourish the body, leading to anemia, fatigue, and reduced oxygen-carrying capacity.

Key Symptoms and Differentiation Points

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Hypothyroidism · Spleen-Kidney Yang Deficiency Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Whole Body

Pattern Overview

Spleen-Kidney Yang Deficiency is a core pattern in hypothyroidism, characterized by reduced basal metabolic rate, fatigue, cold intolerance, myxedema, and weight gain. The core pathogenesis is Spleen and Kidney Yang deficiency failing to warm and transform the body, leading to reduced metabolism, fluid retention, and systemic hypofunction.

Hypothyroidism: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide

Updated: June 22, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 8 min
Body Area: Neck / Endocrine System

Overview

Hypothyroidism—an underactive thyroid—affects roughly 5% of the global population, with women and older adults at higher risk. When the thyroid gland fails to produce sufficient thyroid hormones (T3 and T4), virtually every system in the body slows down: metabolism drops, energy fades, mood darkens, and the body feels cold and sluggish. The most common cause in developed countries is Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the thyroid.