Worm pain is experienced when there are intestinal parasites. Usually the pain is felt near the umbilicus. It is treated by anthelmintic formulas. Food pain is experienced by individuals who have poor dietary habits, eat too fast, or consume foods that are too hot or cold. It can also occur following use of antibiotics or other drugs that effect the gastro-intestinal system.
Fluid pain occurs when there is phlegm accumulation placing pressure in the upper abdomen and chest.
It can cause nausea, vomiting, headache, or Lymphatic swelling and is sometimes accompanied by shortness of breath and aching in the ribs. Deficiency pain occurs when there is degeneration of the internal organs and reduced circulation to the extremities. Qi deficiency is accompanied by fatigue and disinclination to speak, Blood deficiency is accompanied by palpitations, Yin deficiency by restless heat affecting the palms, soles, and chest, and Yang deficiency by cold extremities. Clearly, an understanding of the origins of the pain are important to proper treatment. The inflammatory process is a means of allowing blood cells and other plasma contents to leak out of the vessels.