Traditional Chinese Medicine Q&A - Page 24

Is it still possible to grow taller? 1. I would like to ask, I am about to enter the third year of junior high school, but I have already developed an Adam's apple and pubic hair. I am currently 165 cm tall (my dad is 177 cm and my mom is 160 cm) and weigh 50 kg. Will I stil...

Menstrual issues and gastrointestinal problems? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing an increased heart rate after meals. Is this a normal condition? Currently, I am on my menstrual period, and I also have symptoms of dizziness and headaches. Previously, when I had my pulse che...

Is it a case of heatstroke or gastroenteritis? I have been experiencing frequent diarrhea recently, and the situation has worsened over the past two days. I usually need to stay in air-conditioned rooms and ride my bike outside. Last night, I felt nauseous and had diarrhea, along...

Can traditional Chinese medicine treat Eustachian tube issues? Four months ago, I started experiencing difficulty swallowing saliva, opening my mouth, and when I exert pressure with my mouth, I hear a popping sound in my ears. Occasionally, I also feel a dull pain inside my ears ...

Subretinal fluid accumulation after retinal detachment surgery? Hello Doctor, I underwent retinal detachment surgery (scleral buckle procedure) in early May, and since then, I have been experiencing a strange sensation of seeing things as if I were looking through water, along wi...

Nonspecific dizziness Hello doctor, I started experiencing dizziness in early February. During this time, I had two episodes of blood rushing to my head, but I did not experience vertigo. On March 30, I visited a doctor due to this dizziness. The doctor said it was because I was ...

What causes lower back pain? Recently, whenever I finish studying at my desk and lie down on my bed, I start to experience sharp pain around my lower back, even though my sitting posture is correct. What could be the reason for this?

Unstable sleep Frequent waking up after 2-3 hours of sleep, then falling asleep again for another 2-3 hours, and repeating this cycle every night can lead to poor daytime energy levels, pale complexion, and a yellowish tint to the skin. What over-the-counter medications, foods, o...

Vaginal yeast infection Hello, doctor. 1. I frequently experience vaginal yeast infections. When I consult Western medicine, they only prescribe suppositories, but I cannot find a permanent solution, which is very troubling for me. I would like to know how I can improve this si...

I have been experiencing frequent urination unusually over the past couple of days? Recently, I have not been waking up in the morning, and my DIY measurements have been very low. I have been experiencing symptoms such as split urine stream, fatigue, occasional pain in the urethr...

Fungal infection I would like to ask the doctor about itching on both sides of my groin, which also appears a bit dark. Additionally, the outer pubic hair area is somewhat itchy, but it doesn't happen frequently—just occasionally. The discharge seems normal, and I mostly don...

Regarding pain in the occipital region? Dear Dr. He, I would like to inquire about the area approximately two centimeters above the "Wangu" (完骨) and "Fengchi" (風池) acupoints on the left posterior side of the head, as well as the region between the "Ge Gu...

Does bloodletting prevent blood vessel blockage? Ten months ago, I developed deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in my right leg due to tight bandaging from an injury. After taking anticoagulants, a follow-up ultrasound two weeks later showed no embolism. However, I later experienced pain...

Eye problems Hello, Dr. Yan. I would like to ask you again... Ever since I started experiencing floaters, I have been very anxious every day. Now that the floaters have increased, my anxiety has worsened. I keep searching for information to see if there are any treatment options ...

The wrist injury has not healed yet? 1. I have had a wrist injury for over four months. Currently, when I press down on the ulnar side of my right hand while placing my hands on my hips, I feel pain. Additionally, when my palm is facing up and bearing weight on the ulnar side, I ...

Eye problems Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing floaters for over a month now, and I'm not used to it. I'm feeling quite anxious about it. I initially thought that over time it would lessen, but it seems to have increased instead. The information I found online sta...

Rash after taking medication? Recently, I followed the advice of my usual traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to take "Jiawei Xiaoyao" (twice a day, two teaspoons each time). After taking it only two or three times, I developed many small red rashes on my limbs, w...

Questions about acupuncture? Doctor, I have a question. I have been receiving acupuncture once a week, and last week was my first session. This week, as the next acupuncture appointment approaches, the bruising has not yet faded. Can I continue with the acupuncture treatment unde...

I would like to know what kind of symptoms it is? Recently, I've been feeling a bloated sensation in my stomach, and sometimes I experience nausea but can't seem to vomit. At night, I feel very sleepy and my body feels fatigued. Suddenly, I've lost my appetite, and...

What exactly is body weight? Hello doctor, I fell ill at the end of July last year, during which I couldn't eat anything and lost 15 kilograms within a month. I'm wondering whether the weight I lost was fat or muscle. Now I want to build a stronger body; are there any p...