Acupuncture Points for Taste Dysfunction

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

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Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Taste Dysfunction:

Cough Facial Deviation Facial Paralysis Idiopathic Insomnia Malaise Olfactory Dysfunction Post-covid

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Points cited for Taste Dysfunction

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

GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel2 of 2
BL10Celestial PillarBladder Meridian1 of 2
BL14Absolute Yin Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
CV17Chest CentreConception Vessel1 of 2
GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
GV12Body PillarGoverning Vessel1 of 2
HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian1 of 2
KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian1 of 2
LI20Receiving FragranceLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 2
LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian1 of 2
PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian1 of 2

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Protocol (15 points)

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LI20 · SP03 · SP09 · HT07 · BL10 · BL14 · BL15 · KD03 · PC06 · PC07 · GB20 · LV03 · CV17 · GV12 · GV20

Cough Insomnia Malaise Shortness Of Breath Olfactory Dysfunction Post-covid Taste Dysfunction

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LI20Receiving Fragrance

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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 迎香 (yíng xiāng)

🎯 Location: In the nasolabial groove at the level of the midpoint of the lateral border of the ala nasi.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep needling; proximity to facial artery.

🛡️ Treats: Shortness of Breath, Constipation, Heat, Wind, Numbness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3389/fneur.2022.916944 ↗

Single-point entry

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Paralysis Facial Taste Dysfunction Facial Deviation Paralysis Facial Peripheral Facial Paralysis Idiopathic

GV20100 Convergences

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🗺️ Meridian: Governing Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 百會 (bǎi huì)

🎯 Location: On the midline of the head 5 thumb widths directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline approximately on the midpoint of the line connecting apex of the ears.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Palpitations, Jaundice, Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20240595 ↗

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Using Acupoints for Taste Dysfunction

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 Dysfunction
Symptoms worsen despite treatment
If you have underlying health conditions

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