Physical manifestations of disequilibrium
- diseases associated with heart function and with organs or sites through which the pathway passes
- yellowing of the sclera
- heart palpitations
- frequent reddening of the face
- paleness of the face
- night sweats and sweating with minimal exertion
- sweating of the palms and soles
- sweaty armpits
- sensitivity to heat and cold
- dry throat
- thirst
- chest and heart pain
- pain below the ribs involving the abdomen and small pelvis
- pain in the medial sides of the hands
- feeling of cold seeping into the hands
- sensation of heat in the palms
Psychological manifestations of disequilibrium
- fits of laughter
- irritability
- inability to show empathy
- mental restlessness
- emotional instability
- manic psychoses
- excessive emotional reactions
- hysteria
- speech disorders and inability to communicate
- memory disorders
- forgetfulness
- absent-mindedness
- sleep disorders
- nightmares
- behavioral disorders
- self-discipline
- respect
- reverence
- lack of respect for one’s closest relatives
- garrulity
- stammer
PATHWAY
This yin pathway runs downwards from the chest to the hand. It begins in the heart from where it branches in three directions. One branch descends into the small intestine. The second ascends across the pharynx to the eyes and the third proceeds across the lungs towards the armpit and from there to the centre of the hand and down to the tip of the little finger, where it terminates.
