Table 6.

Diagnosis based on TCM theory with “Four Procedures” (Case 2)

Feeling (Pulse)	(A) string-like, (B) rapid (100/min)
Looking	(C) pale complexion, (D) pale tongue body, (E) slightly dark vena sublingualis
Hearing and asking	(F) generalized fatigue, (G) palpitations, shortness of breath, (H) diarrhea, (I) weak by nature, (J) intolerant to cold (K) difficulty falling asleep, dream abundantly, (L) sweaty palms and soles, (M) emphysema
Diagnosis	Qi deficiency (F, I), “Heart Qi Deficiency” (B, G), “Blood Deficiency” (B, C, D) yin deficiency (B, K, L), yang deficiency (J), “Blood Stasis” (E), simultaneous “Spleen” and “Lung” dysfunction (H, M)

Notes: Letters in parentheses show the diagnosis based on “Four Procedures”: “feeling, looking, hearing and asking”.