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Acupuncture Points for Tongue Coating White

4 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Tongue Coating White:

Pulse ThinPulse ThinTongue Coating WhitePulse DeepPulse DeepPoor Appetite

Points cited for Tongue Coating White

How often each point appears across the 4 entries ranked highest for Tongue Coating White. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel3 of 4
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 4
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 4
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 4
  • BL13Lung Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL16Governing Vessel Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL21Stomach Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 4
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel1 of 4
  • KD06Shining SeaKidney Meridian1 of 4
  • KD27Shu MansionKidney Meridian1 of 4
  • LU06Collection HoleLung Meridian1 of 4

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (9 points)

90%

ST36 · SP06 · SP18 · BL13 · BL20 · BL23 · KD27 · CV04 · CV06

FatiguePoor AppetiteVoice WeaknessPulse DeepPulse ThinPulse WeakUpright Zheng Qi WeaknessPhlegmAsthmaAsthma ParoxysmalBronchial AsthmaSputumBreathing ShortSleeplessWaist PainStools DryUrine ScantyUrine RedComplexion PaleLips BlueSweatingTirednessTongue Coating WhiteTongue Coating MoistLung DeficiencyKidney DeficiencyMiddle Burner Qi DeficiencyCold Bl13Poor AppetiteVoice WeaknessPulse DeepPulse ThinPulse WeakUpright Zheng Qi WeaknessAsthma ParoxysmalBronchial AsthmaBreathing ShortWaist PainStools DryUrine ScantyUrine RedComplexion PaleLips BlueTongue Coating WhiteTongue Coating MoistLung DeficiencyKidney DeficiencyMiddle Burner Qi DeficiencyCold Bl13
Point 1 of 9

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Acupuncture Point Prescriptions, entry ACC2

Protocol (3 points)

90%

SP04 · KD06 · CV06

CoughSputum WhiteTongue Coating PalePulse DeepPulse ThinAsthmaBronchial AsthmaBreathing ShortWaist PainTongue Coating WhiteKnee PainWaist WeaknessKnees WeaknessCold LimbsDizzinessTinnitusUrination FrequentLegs SwellingTongue Body SwollenTongue Coating GreasySpleen Yang DeficiencyKidney Yang DeficiencySpleen Qi DeficiencyKidney Qi DeficiencyWarm SpleenKidney WeaknessQi RebelliousWarm SpleenSputum WhiteTongue Coating PalePulse DeepPulse ThinBronchial AsthmaBreathing ShortWaist PainTongue Coating WhiteKnee PainWaist WeaknessKnees WeaknessCold LimbsUrination FrequentLegs SwellingTongue Body SwollenTongue Coating GreasySpleen Yang DeficiencyKidney Yang DeficiencySpleen Qi DeficiencyKidney Qi DeficiencyKidney WeaknessQi Rebellious
Point 1 of 3

SP04Grandfather Grandson

SP04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 公孫 (gōng sūn)

🎯 Location: In the depression the distal and inferior to the base of the 1st metatarsal bone at the junction of the red and white skin.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated during pregnancy.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Jaundice, Depression, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Acupuncture Point Prescriptions, entry ACC2-2

Protocol (6 points)

90%

LU06 · LU10 · ST36 · ST40 · BL23 · CV06

Sputum WhiteHaemoptysisPoor AppetitePulse DeepPulse ThinShortness of BreathStools DryTongue Coating WhiteCoughing BloodSputum ScantyJoints PainPalpitationsStools LooseEmaciatedJaundiceComplexion YellowTemperature NormalTongue Coating ThinPulse RapidSputum WhitePoor AppetitePulse DeepPulse ThinStools DryTongue Coating WhiteCoughing BloodSputum ScantyJoints PainStools LooseComplexion YellowTemperature NormalTongue Coating ThinPulse Rapid
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 (7 points)

90%

ST36 · BL16 · BL20 · BL21 · PC06 · LV14 · CV12

Pulse ThinPulse WeakTongue Coating WhiteCold LimbsTongue Body SwollenStools LooseEmaciatedTongue Coating Thin WeaknessDifficulty SwallowingAchalasiaAchalasia CardiaVomitingIntolerance ColdTongue Body PalePulse ThinPulse WeakTongue Coating WhiteCold LimbsTongue Body SwollenStools LooseTongue Coating ThinDifficulty SwallowingAchalasia CardiaIntolerance ColdTongue Body Pale
Point 1 of 7

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Acupuncture Point Prescriptions, entry ACC8
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Using Acupoints for Tongue Coating White

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 Tongue Coating White
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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