1.
Uterus is related to these main organs: __, ___, and ___
Correct Answer
A. LV, HT, KD
Explanation
The correct answer is LV, HT, KD. The uterus is related to the liver (LV), heart (HT), and kidneys (KD) because these organs are all involved in the reproductive system and play a role in the regulation and support of the uterus. The liver helps to metabolize hormones, the heart pumps blood to supply oxygen and nutrients to the uterus, and the kidneys help to filter waste products from the blood.
2.
Menarche (the onset of the first menstrual period) statistically starts at ___ years of age, with a range of ___-___ years
Correct Answer
A. 12; 10-16
Explanation
Menarche, the onset of the first menstrual period, typically begins at around 12 years of age. However, it is important to note that there is a range of normalcy, with the onset of menarche occurring between the ages of 10 and 16. This means that some girls may experience their first period as early as 10 years old or as late as 16 years old, and both cases are considered within the normal range of development.
3.
The mean age of menopause is ___.
Correct Answer
A. 50
Explanation
The mean age of menopause is typically around 50 years old. This is the average age at which women experience the natural cessation of their menstrual cycles and fertility. While the age of menopause can vary among individuals, 50 is considered the average age for this biological milestone.
4.
The menstrual cycle occurs every __-__ days and lasts __-__ days. Average menstrual phase lasts ___ days.
Correct Answer
A. 21-35; 3-7; 5
Explanation
The menstrual cycle occurs every 21-35 days and lasts 3-7 days. The average menstrual phase lasts 5 days.
5.
During this phase blood is moving, for which it relies on the free flow of liver qi and liver blood.
Correct Answer
A. Menstrual pHase
Explanation
During the menstrual phase, the uterus sheds its lining, resulting in the flow of blood. This process requires the free flow of liver qi and liver blood, which refers to the movement and nourishment of blood in the liver. Therefore, the correct answer is the menstrual phase.
6.
During this phase blood and yin are relatively empty and the Penetrating and Directing vessels are depleted. (best time to tonify yin and blood)
Correct Answer
A. Post-menstrual pHase
Explanation
During the post-menstrual phase, the body's blood and yin are relatively empty, indicating a deficiency. Additionally, the Penetrating and Directing vessels are depleted during this phase. Therefore, it is the best time to tonify yin and blood, as the body is in need of nourishment and replenishment.
7.
During this phase blood and yin gradually fill up in the Penetrating and Directing vessels. (ovulation, conception, best time to treat fertility)
Correct Answer
A. Mid-cycle pHase
Explanation
During the mid-cycle phase, blood and yin gradually fill up in the Penetrating and Directing vessels. This is the time when ovulation occurs, which is the release of an egg from the ovary. It is also considered the best time to treat fertility because it is the most fertile period of a woman's menstrual cycle. The increase in blood and yin in the Penetrating and Directing vessels helps support the development and nourishment of the egg, increasing the chances of successful conception.
8.
During this phase yang qi rises and liver qi moves in preparation for the period. The mobilization of liver qi is essential to move liver blood during the period. (best time to soothe LV and move LV blood, to get periods to come on time)
Correct Answer
A. Pre-menstrual pHase
Explanation
The correct answer is the Pre-menstrual phase. During this phase, yang qi rises and liver qi moves in preparation for the period. The mobilization of liver qi is essential to move liver blood during the period, which helps to regulate the menstrual cycle and ensure that the periods come on time. Therefore, the pre-menstrual phase is the best time to soothe and move liver qi and blood.
9.
1. It is connected to Yin, Essence and fluids. It is called the ‘sea of Yin channels’.
2. controls the fetus. It has more responsibility for conception, fertility, pregnancy and menopause.
Correct Answer
B. Ren mai
Explanation
The correct answer is "ren mai." The explanation for this answer is that the ren mai, also known as the Conception Vessel, is connected to Yin, Essence, and fluids. It is referred to as the "sea of Yin channels" because it carries and nourishes Yin energy throughout the body. Additionally, the ren mai has a significant role in controlling the fetus and is responsible for conception, fertility, pregnancy, and menopause.
10.
It has a deep influence on menstruation as it is the sea of blood. This vessel influences the supply and proper movement of blood in the uterus and controls menstruation.
Correct Answer
A. Chong mai
Explanation
The correct answer is chong mai. Chong mai is one of the eight extraordinary meridians in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is often referred to as the Sea of Blood because it plays a crucial role in the supply and movement of blood in the uterus. Chong mai is responsible for controlling menstruation and ensuring proper blood flow in the reproductive system.
11.
Early periods are defined as a period that is consistently up to ____ days ahead of the due time, or one that presents once every ___days or more. Therefore, the cycle is less than 21 days, which is seen in more than two successive menstrual cycles, is considered as preceded menstruation.
Correct Answer
A. 7, 10
Explanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that an early period is defined as a period that occurs consistently up to 7 days ahead of the due time, or one that presents once every 10 days or more. This means that if a menstrual cycle is less than 21 days in length for more than two successive cycles, it is considered to be preceded by menstruation.
12.
Late periods refer to the morbid condition that the period is more than 7 days later than the proper time or even every _____ days a cycle and this condition lasts more than two consecutive months.
Correct Answer
A. 7,40-50
Explanation
Late periods refer to the morbid condition that the period is more than 7 days later than the proper time or even every 40-50 days a cycle and this condition lasts more than two consecutive months. This means that the menstrual cycle is irregular and occurs less frequently than the average 28-day cycle. It is important to note that this condition lasts for more than two consecutive months, indicating a persistent issue rather than a one-time occurrence.
13.
Successive occurrence of irregular menstrual periods, either more than ___ days ahead of or more than ___ days later than normal, and in more than______ consecutive cycles, is known as irregular periods.
Correct Answer
A. 7, 7, 3
Explanation
Irregular periods refer to the successive occurrence of menstrual periods that deviate from the normal cycle. In this case, the correct answer is 7, 7, 3. This means that irregular periods are characterized by menstrual periods that occur either more than 7 days ahead of or more than 7 days later than the expected date, and this pattern persists for more than 3 consecutive cycles.
14.
Blood-Heat Due to Excess Yang
Early period that is heavy with bright-red or dark-red blood or purple blood, mental restlessness, red face, thirst, dark urine, dry stools. Red tongue with yellow coat. Rapid, slippery pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Qing Jing San
Explanation
Qing Jing San is the correct answer because it is a formula specifically used to treat symptoms of blood-heat due to excess yang. The symptoms described in the question, such as heavy menstrual bleeding with bright-red or dark-red blood, mental restlessness, red face, thirst, dark urine, dry stools, and a red tongue with a yellow coat, are all indicative of blood-heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Qing Jing San is a formula that helps to clear heat and cool the blood, making it an appropriate choice for this condition.
15.
(Spleen) Qi Deficiency
Early period, pale and dilute menstrual blood, poor appetite, loose stools, epigastric distension, tiredness, feeling of emptiness in abdomen, Pale tongue. Thin forceless pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Explanation
The symptoms described in the question, such as pale and dilute menstrual blood, poor appetite, loose stools, epigastric distension, tiredness, feeling of emptiness in the abdomen, pale tongue, and thin forceless pulse, are all indicative of Spleen Qi Deficiency. Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang is a Chinese herbal formula that is commonly used to tonify or strengthen the Qi (energy) of the Spleen. It helps to improve digestion, increase appetite, and boost energy levels. Therefore, it is the most appropriate choice for treating Spleen Qi Deficiency.
16.
Blood-Heat Due to Liver-Qi Stagnation
Early period that is usually heavy with dark (purple) blood and many clots, pre-menstrual breast distension, abdominal pain, distension at hypochondrium, irritability, bitter taste, red tongue with redder sides, yellow coat, wiry and rapid pulse
Correct Answer
A. Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San
Explanation
The symptoms described in the question, including heavy menstrual flow with dark blood and clots, pre-menstrual breast distension, abdominal pain, distension at the hypochondrium, irritability, bitter taste, red tongue with redder sides, yellow coat, and wiry and rapid pulse, are indicative of Blood-Heat due to Liver-Qi Stagnation. Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San is a Chinese herbal formula commonly used to treat this condition. It helps to regulate Liver-Qi, clear Heat, and promote Blood circulation, thereby alleviating the symptoms associated with this pattern.
17.
Deficient Heat (blood heat due to yin deficiency)
Early period, normal or little in volume, red in color and viscid in quality, malar flush, a feeling of heat in the evening, dizziness, tinnitus, five palms heat, night sweating, red tongue without coating. Thin and rapid pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Liang Di Tang
Explanation
Liang Di Tang is the correct answer because the symptoms described in the question, such as feeling of heat in the evening, night sweating, and red tongue without coating, are indicative of a deficiency of yin energy in the body. Liang Di Tang is a traditional Chinese herbal formula that is specifically used to nourish yin and clear heat. It helps to replenish the body's yin energy, reduce heat symptoms, and restore balance.
18.
Blood Deficiency
Late scanty period, pale menstrual blood, pale complexion, blurred vision, dizziness, palpitation, insomnia. Pale and thin tongue, thin or even choppy pulse
Correct Answer
A. Da Bu Yuan Jian
Explanation
Da Bu Yuan Jian is the correct answer because it is a Chinese herbal formula that is commonly used to treat blood deficiency. The symptoms described in the question, such as late scanty period, pale menstrual blood, pale complexion, blurred vision, dizziness, palpitation, insomnia, and the physical examination findings of a pale and thin tongue and thin or even choppy pulse, are all indicative of blood deficiency. Da Bu Yuan Jian is specifically designed to tonify and nourish the blood, which can help alleviate these symptoms and improve overall health.
19.
Blood Cold (Full)
Late period, scanty bleeding with dark blood and clots, painful periods, abdominal pain which is relieved by the application of heat and worsened by pressure, feeling cold, abdomen very tight of palpation. Dark red tongue with a thick white coating. Slow and tight pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Wen Jing Tang
Explanation
Wen Jing Tang is the correct answer because the symptoms described in the question match the indications for this formula. The patient is experiencing late period, scanty bleeding with dark blood and clots, painful periods, and abdominal pain. These symptoms are relieved by the application of heat and worsened by pressure, which aligns with the characteristics of Wen Jing Tang. Additionally, the patient feels cold and has a tight abdomen on palpation, further supporting the use of this formula. The tongue presentation of a dark red color with a thick white coating and the slow and tight pulse are also consistent with the pattern that Wen Jing Tang is designed to address.
20.
Blood Cold (Empty)
Late period, scanty bleeding which is light in clour and thin in quality, dull pain in the lower abdomen which is relieved by the application of heat and pressure, feeling cold, abdomen loose of palpation. cold pain in the back and lower back. profuse urine, loose stool. Pale tongue with a thick white coating. Slow and weak pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Ai Fu Nuan Gong Wan
Explanation
The symptoms described in the question, such as late period, scanty bleeding, dull pain in the lower abdomen relieved by heat and pressure, feeling cold, loose stool, and pale tongue with a thick white coating, indicate a condition called Blood Cold. Ai Fu Nuan Gong Wan is a Chinese herbal formula that is commonly used to treat Blood Cold patterns. It helps to warm the uterus and promote blood circulation, thereby alleviating the symptoms associated with Blood Cold.
21.
(Liver) Qi Stagnation
The late and scanty periods, dark red in colour with clots, irritability, depression, abdominal and breast distension, normal tongue or slightly red on the sides if the stagnation is pronounced. Wiry pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Wu Yao San/Tang
Explanation
The symptoms described in the question, such as late and scanty periods, dark red color with clots, irritability, depression, abdominal and breast distension, and wiry pulse, are indicative of Liver Qi Stagnation in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Wu Yao San/Tang is a herbal formula commonly used to treat Liver Qi Stagnation. Therefore, Wu Yao San/Tang is the correct answer to this question.
22.
Liver Qi Stagnation
Irregular periods with a large or small amount of menses, purple in color and mixed with some blood clots, abdominal and breast distension, pre-menstrual tension, depression, sighing, irritability. Normal coloured tongue or if the stagnation is long-standing with red sides. Wiry pulse
Correct Answer
A. Xiao Yao San
Explanation
Xiao Yao San is the correct answer because it is a traditional Chinese herbal formula that is commonly used to treat liver qi stagnation. The symptoms described in the question, such as irregular periods, abdominal and breast distension, pre-menstrual tension, depression, sighing, irritability, and a wiry pulse, are all indicative of liver qi stagnation. Xiao Yao San is known for its ability to regulate liver qi, relieve emotional stress, and promote a smooth flow of qi and blood, which can help alleviate the symptoms associated with liver qi stagnation.
23.
Kidney (Yang) Deficiency
Irregular periods that are scanty with pale menstrual blood, no clots, back soreness and weak knees, frequent urination, aversion to cold, pale and swollen tongue, weak and deep pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Gu Yin Jian
Explanation
Gu Yin Jian is the correct answer because it is specifically used for the condition described in the question, which is Kidney (Yang) Deficiency. The symptoms mentioned, such as irregular periods with pale menstrual blood, back soreness, weak knees, frequent urination, aversion to cold, pale and swollen tongue, and weak and deep pulse, are all indicative of Kidney (Yang) Deficiency. Gu Yin Jian is a Chinese herbal formula that is commonly used to tonify and warm the Kidney Yang, which can help alleviate the symptoms associated with this condition.
24.
This indicates the periodic pain in the lower abdomen which may radiate to the sacral region or even be so severe that patient gets faint or vomits during, before or after the menstrual period. It is also called abdominal pain during menstruation and is mostly seen in the young women.
Correct Answer
A. Dysmenorrhea
Explanation
Dysmenorrhea is the correct answer because it refers to the periodic pain in the lower abdomen that is associated with menstruation. This pain can be severe and may cause symptoms such as fainting or vomiting. Dysmenorrhea is commonly experienced by young women and is often referred to as abdominal pain during menstruation.
25.
Accumulation and stagnation of cold dampness
Dysmenorrhea --
Cold or colicky pain in the lower abdomen before or during menstrual period, which can be relieved by hot compress but aggravated by exposure to cold, dark purplish menses with blood clots, accompanied with aversion to cold, cold limbs, blue purplish lips, white and greasy tongue coating, and a deep tense pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Shao fu Zhu yu Tang
Explanation
Shao fu Zhu yu Tang is the correct answer because it is a Chinese herbal formula that is commonly used to treat dysmenorrhea caused by the accumulation and stagnation of cold dampness in the lower abdomen. The symptoms described in the question, such as cold or colicky pain in the lower abdomen, aversion to cold, cold limbs, and a deep tense pulse, are all indicative of this pattern. Shao fu Zhu yu Tang helps to promote blood circulation, remove cold dampness, and alleviate the pain and discomfort associated with dysmenorrhea.
26.
Stagnation of Liver qi (and blood stasis)
Dysmenorrhea--
Distending pain or colicky pain in the lower abdomen before or during the menstrual period, irritability or emotional depression, distending pain in the chest, costal region and breasts, little menses or sluggish discharge of menses which is also dark purplish in color with blood clots. The pain is usually relieved after discharge of blood clots. The tongue is normal or dark purplish with ecchymosis in its margin, and the pulse is wiry or uneven.
Correct Answer
A. Ge xia Zhu yu Tang
Explanation
Ge xia Zhu yu Tang is the correct answer because it is a Chinese herbal formula that is commonly used to treat dysmenorrhea caused by stagnation of Liver qi and blood stasis. The symptoms described in the question, such as distending pain in the lower abdomen, dark purplish menses with blood clots, and a wiry or uneven pulse, are all indicative of this pattern. Ge xia Zhu yu Tang helps to promote the movement of qi and blood, relieve pain, and regulate the menstrual flow, making it an appropriate choice for this condition.
27.
Interior cold due to yang deficiency
Dysmenorrhea --
Persistent cold pain in the lower abdomen which can be relieved by palpation or by hot compress, a small amount of menses which is also light red in color, accompanied with a pale and puffy face, aversion to cold, cold limbs, loose stools, pale tongue with white and moist tongue coating, and a deep, fine and slow pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Wen jing tang
28.
Downward flow of damp-heat
Dysmenorrhea --
Pain with a burning sensation in the lower abdomen before menstrual period, dark purplish and viscid menses, or dull pain in the lower abdomen in the ordinary days which is aggravated during menstrual period, yellow, viscid and foul leukorrhea, sticky mouth, bitter taste in the mouth, poor appetite, scanty and difficult urine, difficult defecation, red tongue with yellow greasy tongue coating and a slippery rapid pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Qing re tiao xue tang
Explanation
The symptoms described in the question, such as pain with a burning sensation in the lower abdomen, dark purplish and viscid menses, and yellow, viscid, and foul leukorrhea, suggest an excess of damp-heat in the body. Qing re tiao xue tang is a Chinese herbal formula that is commonly used to clear heat and eliminate dampness in the lower abdomen. It helps to regulate the flow of blood and alleviate the symptoms of dysmenorrhea. Therefore, Qing re tiao xue tang is the most suitable choice to address the downward flow of damp-heat in this case.
29.
Deficiency of both qi and blood
Dysmenorrhea --
Dull pain in the lower abdomen in the end of or just after the menstrual period, which is relieved by pressing or kneading, or a lowering sensation in the vulva, scanty menses which is light in color, accompanied with pale and puffy face, palpitation, shortness of breath, lassitude, insomnia, poor appetite, loose stools, pale tongue with thin coating, and a feeble and fine pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Sheng Yu Tang
Explanation
Sheng Yu Tang is the correct answer because it is a formula that addresses the deficiency of both qi and blood, which is consistent with the symptoms described in the question. The formula contains herbs that nourish and tonify both qi and blood, helping to alleviate the dull pain in the lower abdomen, improve the quality of menstruation, and relieve other accompanying symptoms such as pale and puffy face, palpitation, shortness of breath, lassitude, insomnia, poor appetite, loose stools, pale tongue with thin coating, and a feeble and fine pulse.
30.
Depletion of the liver and kidney
Dysmenorrhea--
Dull pain in the lower abdomen after menstrual period, soreness in the lumbar and sacral regions, or dizziness, tinnitus, amnesia, insomnia, scanty menses with a dark color, thin whitish or thin yellowish coating, and a deep fine pulse.
Correct Answer
A. Tiao Gan Tang
Explanation
Tiao Gan Tang is the correct answer because it helps to regulate and soothe the liver, which can be depleted in cases of dysmenorrhea. Dysmenorrhea is characterized by symptoms such as dull pain in the lower abdomen, soreness in the lumbar and sacral regions, and dizziness. Tiao Gan Tang helps to relieve these symptoms and promote a healthy menstrual cycle by addressing liver imbalances.