How to distinguish cold constitution from yang deficiency constitution

Cold constitution and yin deficiency constitution can be distinguished by inspection, consultation and palpation.

1. Inspection of

cold constitution group shows white and smooth tongue coating, pale and luke-free complexion and slow movement. Inspection of yin deficiency constitution group shows flushing, red and dry tongue, restlessness, etc.

2. Consultation of TCM

doctors can be carried out on the examined person. Cold constitution group self-reports fatigue, fatigue, fear of cold, cold hands and feet, etc., while yin deficiency constitution group self-reports dry mouth, dizziness, tinnitus, restlessness, etc.

3. Palpation of

cold constitution group shows weak yang qi, weak viscera function, and slow pulse. Yin deficiency constitution group generally has thin pulse and weak pulse.