PCOS · 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 PCOS, characterized by HPO axis dysfunction, anovulation, low ovarian reserve, irregular menstruation, and infertility. The core pathogenesis is Kidney deficiency failing to govern reproduction, leading to HPO axis dysfunction, impaired follicular development, and anovulation.

Key Symptoms and Differentiation Points

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PCOS · Liver Depression Transforming into Fire Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Liver Depression Transforming into Fire is a common pattern in PCOS, characterized by elevated LH/FSH ratio, ovarian androgen excess, irritability, acne, hirsutism, and emotional symptoms. The core pathogenesis is chronic stress causing Liver Qi stagnation transforming into Fire, leading to elevated LH/FSH ratio, ovarian androgen excess, and hyperandrogenism.

PCOS · Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Phlegm-Dampness Obstruction is the most common pattern in PCOS, characterized by insulin resistance, obesity, anovulation, amenorrhea, and lipid metabolism disorder. The core pathogenesis is Spleen deficiency causing Phlegm-Dampness accumulation, leading to insulin resistance, elevated androgen production, and chronic anovulation.

Key Symptoms and Differentiation Points

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PCOS · Spleen Deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Spleen Deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness is a common pattern in PCOS with metabolic syndrome, characterized by insulin resistance, obesity, anovulation, fatigue, and glucose and lipid metabolism disorder. The core pathogenesis is Spleen deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness accumulation, leading to insulin resistance, metabolic dysfunction, and chronic anovulation.

PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome): 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

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age, affecting up to 1 in 7 women worldwide. It is characterized by irregular menstrual cycles, elevated androgens (testosterone), polycystic ovarian morphology, and metabolic disturbances including insulin resistance, obesity, and dyslipidemia.