Sinking Spleen Qi: When the Ascending Force Fails
Sinking Spleen Qi is a form of Spleen Qi deficiency where the ascending function of the Spleen weakens or completely fails. Instead of sending/holding Qi and organs upward, everything sinks downward.
Recognizable symptoms are organ prolapse (uterus, intestines, anus), frequent urination with urgency, chronic diarrhea and a heavy sinking feeling in the lower abdomen. Mentally you see depression, concentration problems, soft voice and a bent posture.
Main causes are chronic overwork, prolonged stress, persistent illness or living in damp conditions. Constitutional weakness also plays a role. The Spleen slowly exhausts itself until the ascending force completely disappears.
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