Stomach 20
ST 20 / Chengman / Assuming Fullness
POINT LOCATION
5 cun above the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to the midline (Ren13)
INDICATIONS / CONDITIONS TREATED
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Epigastric pain and distention
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Anorexia (poor appetite)
TCM ACTIONS
- Harmonizes the Middle Jiao
- Descends Qi
TCM PATTERNS TREATED
- ST Rebellious Qi
- LV and GB Damp Heat
Cautions
- Organ caution for deep needling
