From: Acupuncture for menopausal vasomotor symptoms: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
 | Kidney Yin deficiency scale | Kidney Yang deficiency scale |
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History | Sensations of heat in the body with sweatinga | Cold limbsa |
Dizziness or vertigo | ||
Feelings of heat in the palms, soles and chest | Ache and soreness in the lower back | |
Dry mouth or dry hard stool | Frequency of micturition | |
Aching and soreness in the lower back and knees Dizziness or tinnitus | Low energy and pale complexion | |
Examination | Red tongue with scant coat | Pale tongue with thin coat |
 | Rapid fine pulse | Sunken, fine pulse without force |