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Acupoints for Perimenopausal Syndrome

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Protocol (14 points)

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Point selection reported in a published study.

SweatingDizzinessTinnitusInsomniaIrritabilityHot FlashesVaginal DrynessDyspareuniaBone PainMenstrual IrregularityPerimenopausal Syndrome
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LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated during pregnancy; avoid in first trimester.

🛡️ Treats: fever, tinnitus, release:exterior, amenorrhea, wind

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Protocol (6 points)

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Point selection reported in a published study.

Dry EyePerimenopausal Syndrome
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BL13Lung Shu Point

BL13 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 肺俞 (fèi yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the du12 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: cough, pain:chest, fever, dyspnoea, asthma

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Related Symptoms

Other symptoms often treated alongside perimenopausal syndrome:

sweatingdizzinesstinnitusinsomniairritabilityhot flashes

Using Acupoints for Perimenopausal Syndrome

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 perimenopausal syndrome
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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