Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine - E-Book

Written by world-renowned author and teacher Giovanni Maciocia, Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine, 2^nd Edition is a comprehensive, highly illustrated, and easy-to-understand resource. With a focus on clear interpretations of 'real world' signs and symptoms, this new edition addresses the practice beyond the theory and leads you through both basic and sophisticated levels of diagnostic interpretation. Since Chinese medicine diagnosis relies on a subtle appraisal of a patient's disharmony, many factors beyond traditional Western symptoms are considered, including a patient's voice, the absence of thirst, feeling hot or cold, the patient's smell, tone of voice, and glitter of eyes. This practical resource helps students and practitioners alike carefully interpret a wide range of diagnostic nuances.

• One-of-a-kind text gives you a clinical understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
• Rich, unique content offers an unparalleled depth of information that is meticulously cross-referenced.
• Includes all the signs and symptoms that a modern patient may present in the clinic, no matter how subtle.
• Outlines the decision-making options in key situations to help you through the most challenging topics.
• Case histories with diagnoses present common conditions that professionals will often find in practice.
• Logically organized to help you quickly find the information you need in clinical situations.
• Written by a leader in the field of Chinese medicine provides you with an expert's clinical experience and understanding.

• NEW UPDATED full-color design and color photographs depict external clinical signs for more accurate clinical recognition.
• NEW Thoroughly updated content from an expert author clarifies the best practices for diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Giovanni Maciocia has written other best-selling books under the Elsevier Churchill Livingstone imprint - The Practice of Chinese Medicine: The Treatment of Diseases with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs, 2e (ISBN 978-0443074905), Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide, 1e (ISBN 9780443064487), The Channels of Acupuncture: Clinical Use of the Secondary Channels and Eight Extraordinary Vessels, 1e (ISBN 9780443074912), The Psyche in Chinese Medicine: Treatment of Emotional and Mental Disharmonies with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs, 1e (ISBN 9780702029882), and Obstetrics and Gynecology in Chinese Medicine, 2e (ISBN 9780443104220).