Blood Stasis (血瘀 Xuè Yū)
Blood Stasis (血瘀) in Traditional Chinese Medicine refers to poor blood circulation where blood fails to flow smoothly through the channels, often manifesting as severe menstrual cramping with dark clots. The TCM principle 'stasis equals pain' (瘀则痛) explains that when blood flow is obstructed, pain inevitably follows. In this case, a 29-year-old graphic designer suffered 5 years of worsening symptoms: severe cramps (8/10 pain), heavy flow with large dark clots, fixed stabbing lower abdominal pain, and purple-spotted tongue detected by AI with 98.2% accuracy. The condition often correlates with endometriosis or uterine fibroids in Western medicine. Treatment used Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang (Drive Out Blood Stasis Decoction) with herbs like Angelica, peach kernel, and safflower to break stasis and move blood, combined with warmth therapy (hot water bottle, avoiding cold foods). Results showed remarkable improvement: pain reduced from 8/10 to 2/10 over 3 menstrual cycles, clots eliminated, and 92% stasis pattern resolution confirmed by follow-up AI tongue analysis.
Most patients notice significant improvement within 1-3 menstrual cycles with proper treatment. In this case, pain reduced from 8/10 to 6/10 in the first cycle, then to 4/10 in cycle 2, and finally to 2/10 by cycle 3. Complete resolution of clots and purple tongue signs took 3 cycles. Long-term maintenance prevents recurrence.
Yes, diet is crucial. Completely avoid cold/raw foods and iced drinks which constrict circulation. Emphasize warming foods like ginger, cinnamon, and cooked meals. Include blood-moving foods like turmeric, garlic, and fatty fish. Avoid dairy and sugar which increase inflammation and stagnation. Daily hot water bottle on lower abdomen also helps.
Blood Stasis is a TCM functional pattern that often correlates with Western diagnoses like endometriosis, fibroids, or severe dysmenorrhea. However, Blood Stasis describes the mechanism (poor circulation causing pain), while endometriosis describes tissue location. Many endometriosis patients show Blood Stasis tongue signs - purple coloration, dark spots, and engorged sublingual veins.
Gentle movement is beneficial between periods (walking, yoga, tai chi) to promote circulation. However, avoid intense exercise during menstruation when with Blood Stasis, as it can worsen cramping. Focus on rest, warmth, and gentle stretching during the flow. Resume moderate exercise 2-3 days after period ends.
Yes, Blood Stasis can contribute to infertility by obstructing uterine blood flow and potentially correlating with conditions like endometriosis or fibroids. The same herbs used for menstrual pain (blood-moving formulas) also support fertility by improving uterine circulation. However, treatment must be carefully timed around the menstrual cycle and avoided during confirmed pregnancy.
Blood Stasis with Cold
Liver Qi Stagnation
Endometriosis, uterine fibroids, dysmenorrhea, possible pelvic inflammatory disease
Liver Qi stagnation → Qi fails to move Blood → Cold congeals Blood → Stasis forms → Pain (stasis = pain)
Duration: 3 menstrual cycles
Patient continued modified formula for 6 months. At 1-year follow-up: pain-free periods, normal flow without clots, purple tongue spots completely resolved. Ultrasound showed no new fibroid growth.
This case demonstrates TCM blood-moving therapy for gynecological conditions, supported by clinical research and AI validation.
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