What does the number of pulse examinations in TCM indicate?

Pulse diagnosis is an important diagnostic method in TCM. It can judge the health status of the human body by touching the pulse. The number of pulse diagnosis is also particular. Usually, TCM will perform multiple pulse diagnosis to obtain more comprehensive information. Generally speaking, TCM pulse diagnosis will be performed 1 to 3 times, and the interval between each pulse diagnosis is several minutes to dozens of minutes. The following are the main purposes of each pulse diagnosis: 1. First pulse diagnosis: mainly to understand the basic characteristics of pulse, including pulse frequency, rhythm, depth, strength, etc. In addition, the patient's complexion, tongue coating and other signs will be observed to preliminarily judge the condition. 2. Intermediate pulse diagnosis: On the basis of the first pulse diagnosis, further understand the changes of pulse. By comparing the results of two pulse examinations, we can find out the development trend of the disease and the effect of treatment. 3. The last pulse examination: after treatment, mainly to evaluate the effect of treatment. Through the change of pulse, we can judge whether the effect of medicine is effective or not, and whether it is necessary to adjust the treatment plan. It should be noted that pulse diagnosis is only a method of TCM diagnosis and cannot be used as the basis for diagnosis of diseases alone. When pulse diagnosis is performed, doctors will also combine other methods such as observation, hearing and questioning to fully understand the patient's condition. For some special cases, the frequency of pulse diagnosis may vary. For example, for patients with complicated or complicated diseases, doctors may perform pulse diagnosis more frequently to ensure the accuracy of diagnosis. In addition, doctors may perform pulse diagnosis at appropriate times according to changes in the condition during treatment to adjust the treatment plan. In short, the frequency of pulse diagnosis is determined according to the needs of the disease and the doctor's experience. Through multiple pulse diagnosis, doctors can understand the patient's condition more comprehensively and provide basis for formulating reasonable treatment plan.