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Acupuncture Points for Taste Dry

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Taste Dry:

ChoreaDizzinessInattentionIrritabilityTaste BitterTic Eyelid

Points cited for Taste Dry

How often each point appears across the 1 entries ranked highest for Taste Dry. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 1
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 1
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian1 of 1
  • ST08Head CornerStomach Meridian1 of 1

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

90%

LI04 · ST08 · GB20 · LV03

DizzinessVertigoTremorIrritabilityInattentionChoreaTic HeadTic EyelidTic ScalpTaste BitterTaste Dry
Point 1 of 4

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: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Zhang Li-ling, Zhang Gang, Zhang Li-ping. Prof. ZHANG Zhi-jun's Experience in the Combined Treatment with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs — A Report of 3 Illustrative Cases. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2009, 29(4): 279-281
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Using Acupoints for Taste Dry

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 Taste Dry
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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