Acupuncture Points for Coughing Blood

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Coughing Blood:

Points cited for Coughing Blood

How often each point appears across the 2 entries ranked highest for Coughing Blood. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • LU06Collection HoleLung Meridian2 of 2
  • BL13Lung Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL17Diaphragm Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel1 of 2
  • KD06Shining SeaKidney Meridian1 of 2
  • LU01Central MansionLung Meridian1 of 2
  • LU07Interrupted SequenceLung Meridian1 of 2
  • LU10Fish BorderLung Meridian1 of 2
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian1 of 2
  • ST40Abundant BulgeStomach Meridian1 of 2

No study in this index covers Coughing Blood

Every protocol below comes from a clinical text or a website. Nothing here has a published trial behind it, so no two independent sources have been shown to agree. How often that happens

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (6 points)

79%

LU06 · LU10 · ST36 · ST40 · BL23 · CV06

Point 1 of 6

LU06Collection Hole

LU06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 孔最 (kǒng zuì)

🎯 Location: On the palmar aspect of the forearm on the line joining LU09 and LU05 7 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of local inflammation or skin conditions.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Asthma, Coughing Blood, Heat

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Acupuncture Point Prescriptions, entry ACC3

Protocol (6 points)

70%

LU01 · LU06 · LU07 · BL13 · BL17 · KD06

Point 1 of 6

LU01Central Mansion

LU01 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 中府 (zhōng fǔ)

🎯 Location: Laterosuperior to the sternum 1 thumb width below LU02 at the level of the 1st intercostal space 6 thumb widths lateral to the anterior midline.

⚠️ Cautions: Needle obliquely or laterally, never deeply or medially – risk of pneumothorax.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Cough, Chest Pain, Fever, Shortness of Breath

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Using Acupoints for Coughing Blood

Self-Treatment Guidelines

  • Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
  • Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
  • Treat 2-3 times daily for best results

When to Seek Professional Help

  • Severe or persistent Coughing Blood
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.