SP 11 Acupuncture Point

• English Name: Winnower Gate
• Pinyin Name: Jimen
• Chinese Character: 箕門

SP 11 Clinical Usages

• Used for a variety of urinary issues related to a collection of dampness/damp-heat - difficult urination/obstruction, retention of urine.
• Swelling in the groin, pain/itching of the external genitalia.

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This point along with others in a proper point prescription may be used to balance the following TCM Patterns:

• Bladder Damp Heat

For more on this, read "What Does Acupuncture Treat?" and "Point Prescription Guidelines".

This point along with others in a proper point prescription may be used to balance the following Conditions / Symptoms:

• Urinary Disorders (Lin Disease)
• Genital Pain - Swelling

For more on this, read "What Does Acupuncture Treat?" and "Point Prescription Guidelines".

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