GB

Question 1

What are the functions of the GB?

Answer 1

• stores and excretes bile (affected by LV circulation of Qi)
• controls judgement (courage and initiative)
• controls sinews (Qi distribution to sinews)

Question 2

causes: external dampness, excess fried/greasy foods, excess fatty foods)
sx: fat maldigestion, dull-yellow sclera and skin, sticky taste in mouth
tongue: thick sticky coating either unilateral on sides or bilateral
pulses: wiry and slippery

Answer 2

Dampness in GB

Question 3

causes: none
sx: lack of courage/initiative, indecisiveness, nervousness, dizziness, restless sleep
tongue: pale/normal
pulses: weak

Answer 3

GB Deficiency