In life, people often associate their yellow complexion with qi deficiency. In fact, yellowish complexion can stem from various factors, and if women can identify the specific manifestations of qi deficiency, it will be beneficial for timely recognition and addressing of this issue. The following discusses several common situations that may cause yellow complexion in women besides qi deficiency, as well as the six major signs of qi deficiency in women, to help everyone accurately grasp their own health status.
Long-term staying up late, insufficient sleep, or enduring immense pressure can put the body in a tense state, disrupt liver function and blood circulation, making the complexion appear dull and yellow. Malnutrition and anemia, especially the lack of key nutrients such as folic acid, vitamin B12, and iron, can lead to a decrease in hemoglobin levels, accompanied by pale or yellowish complexion, along with feelings of fatigue and dizziness. Additionally, liver and gallbladder diseases, such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, and jaundice caused by bile duct obstruction, can make the skin and eyes yellow, accompanied by darkening urine color, itchy skin, and lightening of feces color.
As for female qi deficiency, its characteristics not only include a sallow and lackluster complexion but also manifest in the following aspects: persistent physical weakness and easy fatigue, even with adequate rest, it’s difficult to recover; decreased appetite, reduced food intake, sometimes accompanied by nausea or vomiting, which is related to qi deficiency affecting spleen and stomach digestive functions; shortness of breath and palpitations after slight physical activity, indicating the involvement of cardiopulmonary functions; abnormal menstrual cycle, such as light-colored and scanty flow, irregular cycles, or dysmenorrhea, suggesting impaired uterine function; and hypersensitivity to cold, frequently experiencing cold hands and feet, which is related to qi deficiency reducing the body’s heat production and temperature regulation capacity.
Facing qi deficiency, apart from following the doctor’s medication advice, attention should also be paid to dietary adjustments, moderate exercise, acupressure, and psychological balance, as comprehensive intervention measures to effectively improve and promote health.
