LI-19 (Kǒuhéliáo, 口禾髎) — Mouth Grain-Hole

Anatomical location

On the face, level with the midpoint of the philtrum, below the lateral edge of the nostril and 0.5 body-cun lateral to GV-26.

Traditional actions

Opens the nasal passages; disperses wind from the face; activates the local channel.

Recorded indications

Primary: Nasal obstruction; nasal discharge; nosebleed; reduced sense of smell; facial weakness.

Secondary: Swelling or deviation of the upper lip; facial itching; pain beside the nostril.

How to read this reference

AcuAtlas separates anatomical location, traditional classification, recorded actions, indications, insertion-depth references, and moxibustion notes because these fields answer different study questions. The location statement is the orientation anchor. The classification and actions describe traditional reference categories, while indications summarize how checked educational sources associate the point with established teaching material. They are not a recommendation to select or stimulate the point.

Depth and moxibustion entries are reproduced as bounded reference notes rather than procedural instructions. Individual anatomy, technique, angle, clinical setting, and local professional standards can change what is appropriate. Review the cited documents and supervised training material before using any technical field. The normalized map coordinate is included only to place the point on the matching AcuAtlas body plate; it is not a substitute for palpation or anatomical assessment.