What are the symptoms of qi and blood deficiency during menopause

The symptoms of menopausal Qi and blood deficiency mainly include hot flashes, night sweats, palpitations, insomnia, dizziness, fatigue, menstrual disorders, pale complexion, etc. Qi and blood deficiency may be related to factors such as ovarian dysfunction, insufficient nutrient intake, long-term fatigue, chronic blood loss, and emotional disorders.

1. Hot flashes and night sweats

Hot flashes and night sweats are typical manifestations of menopausal Qi and blood deficiency. Patients often suddenly feel facial flushing and fever, and sweat soaked clothes at night. This is related to the decrease in estrogen levels in the body, which leads to dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that it belongs to the syndrome of yin deficiency and fire excess. It is recommended to keep the environment ventilated and cool, wear breathable cotton clothing, and avoid spicy and irritating foods that worsen symptoms.

2. Palpitations and Insomnia

Insufficient Qi and blood can affect the blood supply function of the heart, causing discomfort such as palpitations and irregular heartbeat, making it difficult to fall asleep at night or easy to wake up. These symptoms are related to the impact of menopausal hormone fluctuations on cardiovascular system stability, and can be alleviated by practicing abdominal breathing and drinking warm milk before bedtime.

3. Dizziness and fatigue

Insufficient blood supply to the brain can lead to persistent dizziness and vertigo, accompanied by obvious fatigue, and even slight activity can result in shortness of breath. This is related to the decreased oxygen carrying capacity of red blood cells. It is recommended to increase iron containing foods such as animal liver and lean meat appropriately to avoid sudden changes in body position that may induce dizziness.

4. Menstrual disorders

Menstrual disorders occur when the menstrual period is advanced or delayed by more than 7 days, resulting in a sudden decrease in menstrual flow or incomplete bleeding, and some may experience pale and watery menstrual blood. This is a manifestation of abnormal periodic changes in the endometrium caused by ovarian dysfunction, and attention should be paid to recording the changes in the menstrual cycle.

5. Pale complexion

Patients with qi and blood deficiency often have pale or lifeless complexion, pale lip and nail color, dry and dull skin. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that this is a manifestation of the inability to nourish the blood and nourish the noodles. It can be improved by consuming medicinal and edible ingredients such as red dates and goji berries in moderation.

Daily adjustment for menopausal Qi and blood deficiency should pay attention to balanced diet and nutrition, and appropriately increase the intake of high-quality protein and iron containing foods, such as fish, egg yolk, black fungus, etc. Maintain a regular schedule and moderate exercise, and recommend soothing exercises such as Ba Duan Jin and Tai Chi. In terms of emotional regulation, activities such as meditation and gardening can be used to relieve stress and avoid exacerbating symptoms of excessive anxiety. If severe palpitations or persistent menstrual abnormalities occur, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly for examination to rule out organic diseases.