Traditional Chinese Medicine Q&A - Page 21

Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation I apologize for the inquiry. Due to high blood pressure during childbirth, I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for body recovery and have not taken Western medicine. It has been 5 years now, and the doctor has prescribed Bu Ya...

Missed menstruation? Hello, Doctor. Since I started menstruating, my periods have always been quite regular, especially in the last two to three years, occurring approximately every twenty days. However, my menstrual flow tends to be on the heavier side, bright red, and sometimes...

Head hot, body cold? Hello, doctor. I'm not sure why last night before bed I suddenly felt a heat in my head, but I wasn't sweating. Later, while I was sleeping with the air conditioning on, my head still felt hot, but I didn't feel cold, so I didn't cover mys...

Gallbladder stone issues? Hello Dr. Yan: I was recently diagnosed with gallstones and would like to ask if surgery is the only option for treating gallstones. Are there any treatment methods available in traditional Chinese medicine? Thank you!

Clove tea? Hello, doctor. Last time I asked about whether cloves can inhibit Helicobacter pylori. You mentioned, "What is said online is that the clove oil and eugenol in clove tea have antibacterial effects, while traditional Chinese medicine uses the flower buds of cloves,...

Headache issues? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing headaches recently. The pain is not localized and comes and goes, feeling like it's coming from inside. What can I do to improve this? Thank you.

Clove tea? Hello, doctor. I saw online that traditional Chinese medicine suggests that cloves can kill Helicobacter pylori in the stomach. Is this true? Also, if I brew 3g to 5g of cloves in hot water every day, will it be too warming? If so, how many cups (250ml per cup) should ...

Poor postpartum care can lead to hand pain and discomfort? My mother did not take proper care of herself after giving birth. She handled everything on her own, overexerting herself and constantly getting her hands wet. As a result, she now experiences unbearable pain in her hands...

Is it safe to consume? Hello, I would like to ask if individuals with "hyperthyroidism" can consume products containing "wild kudzu root." Thank you for your response and hard work.

Intraocular pressure maintenance Hello, doctor. I previously raised related questions on the ophthalmology board, but I have some maintenance methods I would like to ask you about. 1. I developed acute glaucoma due to work-related stress, and after receiving eye drops from the ...

Medication Use During Breastfeeding Hello, doctor. May I ask if the following medications can be taken during breastfeeding? Ephedra 1 qian, Asarum 1 qian, Processed Aconite 2 qian, Ophiopogon 3 qian, Rehmannia 6 qian. Thank you for your response, and I appreciate your hard work.

Peeling and itching of the nose? Hello, I currently have allergic rhinitis. I have undergone two surgeries with an otolaryngologist, specifically carbon dioxide laser surgery. After the first surgery, I initially did not notice any changes, but later I felt that my allergy sympto...

Surgery and its impact on the gastrointestinal system? I just had surgery for an aneurysm last month, during which part of my liver and kidney were removed. However, I now find myself easily experiencing constipation from consuming hot and dry foods, and diarrhea from cold and co...

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Contraceptive Pills I would like to ask the doctor, I have been taking birth control pills for almost a year now, specifically the over-the-counter brand "Yueji." Recently, I have noticed a decrease in my hair volume. My mother is sugges...

The taste of medication? My daughter has been regularly visiting a large hospital for traditional Chinese medicine. Today, the physician prescribed her Gui Pi Decoction, Wen Jing Decoction, Gui Zhi Decoction, Ejiao, and Xianhe Cao. However, she found the taste very unpleasant ton...

Lip issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing a cool sensation around my lips, and sometimes I feel like saliva is dripping down, but when I check, there is no saliva. Can you help clarify what this condition might be? Thank you.

How can a high school sophomore increase their height? Hello doctor, I am currently a sophomore in high school, but my classmates often say that I am short. My height is only 154 cm, which is similar to a male classmate of mine. How can I grow taller? I have been drinking milk an...

I would like to inquire about information related to dizziness. Thank you, doctor? About two years ago (if I remember the timing correctly), I experienced dizziness where everything seemed to spin. I went to the Veterans General Hospital to see a doctor, who performed the Epley m...

Seven-leaf gall tea leaves, harmonizing cold properties? Hello, doctor! I usually drink Seven Leaves tea, but I found out that it has a cooling property. Can I eat a slice of ginger before drinking the tea to balance its cooling nature? I would like to hear your opinion on this! ...

Questions related to urticaria? Hello Doctor: I have chronic urticaria and have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for four months now, consistently following the regimen and avoiding foods that you advised against. 1. I still experience hives once or twice daily, with the ...