Table 1 The causes of dysfunctions of the five viscera according to traditional Chinese theory
From: Acupuncture and moxibustion for stress-related disorders
| Cause of dysfunction | Heart | Liver | Spleen | Lung | Kidney |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aging | ○ | ○ | |||
| Psychological stress | ○ | ○ | ○ | ||
| Chronic dysfunction of other organs | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | |
| Infection | ○ | ○ | |||
| Disregard for health | ○ | ○ | ○ | ||
| Environmental stress | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | |
| Congenital | ○ | ○ | ○ |