There is a fundamental process within TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) referred to as the ‘differential’ diagnosis. This diagnosis evaluates the underlying relationships between all the systems of the physiology, in particular evaluating their fluency of communication and delivery. This is often phrased as pattern and syndrome differentiation, and offers a very specific understanding of the signs and symptoms that may arise.

      This aspect of diagnosis is not a part of the Western (Orthodox) evaluation process. For many patients the addition of the Chinese diagnosis can offer valuable understanding of what is particular and unique to their physiology and TCM treatment can engender significant improvement to the underlying condition.

      In fertility we see that the integration of TCM diagnosis and treatment can greatly enhance the physician’s understanding of the particular physiology of each patient, and that this differential diagnosis can help to inform the drug and protocol regime that may be chosen for that individual.