Infertility · Blood Stasis Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Blood Stasis is a common pattern in infertility, characterized by pelvic adhesions, endometriosis, tubal obstruction, hypercoagulability, and immune-inflammatory factors. The core pathogenesis is Blood stasis in the uterus and pelvic region, leading to tubal obstruction, endometrial dysfunction, and impaired implantation.

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Infertility · Kidney Deficiency Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Kidney Deficiency is the fundamental pattern in infertility, characterized by ovulation disorders or luteal phase defect, HPO axis dysfunction, poor endometrial receptivity, and irregular menstruation. The core pathogenesis is Kidney deficiency failing to govern reproduction, leading to HPO axis dysfunction, impaired follicular development, and poor endometrial receptivity.

Infertility · Liver Depression Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Liver Depression is a common pattern in infertility, characterized by psychological factors causing ovulation disorders, elevated prolactin, tubal spasm, endometriosis, and emotional symptoms. The core pathogenesis is chronic stress causing Liver-Qi stagnation, leading to endocrine dysfunction, tubal spasm, and impaired fertility.

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Infertility · Phlegm-Dampness Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Phlegm-Dampness is a common pattern in infertility, characterized by obesity-related ovulation disorders (PCOS-associated), insulin resistance, chronic anovulation, and thin endometrium. The core pathogenesis is Phlegm-Dampness accumulation obstructing the uterus, leading to chronic anovulation, insulin resistance, and impaired fertility.

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Infertility: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide

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

Overview

Infertility affects approximately 1 in 6 couples worldwide, defined as the inability to conceive after 12 months of unprotected intercourse. The causes span female factors (ovulatory dysfunction, tubal blockage, endometriosis, diminished ovarian reserve), male factors, and unexplained infertility. Assisted reproductive technologies (ART) like IVF have revolutionized treatment, but success rates remain limited—often 30-40% per cycle for women under 35, declining with age.