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Rheumatism results when genuine Qi is deficient so that Wind, Cold, Dampness, or Heat is able to invade and block the meridians, muscles and joints. This blockage impedes the flow of Qi and blood and results in aching pain, numbness, heaviness, burning or reduced mobility of the bones, joints and sinews. In more severe cases, there may be swelling or changes in shape. Rheumatism is also regarded as a Bi-syndrome.
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Liu, Z. (2010). Rheumatism. In: Liu, Z. (eds) Essentials of Chinese Medicine. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84882-112-5_44
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