Do Herbal Stomach Medications Thin the Stomach Lining?
Stomach medication 1. Is it true that taking over-the-counter stomach medications (traditional Chinese medicine) for a long time can thin the gastric mucosa? 2. Does taking four packets of herbal medicine prescribed by a traditional Chinese medicine doctor in one day have any eff...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear user, 1. The claim that over-the-counter herbal stomach medications can thin the gastric lining with prolonged use is incorrect. 2. Both herbal stomach medications sold at pharmacies and those prescribed by traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioners can improve gast...[Read More] Do Herbal Stomach Medications Thin the Stomach Lining?
Facial Injury: Managing Pain and Eye Discomfort After a Collision
Facial impact? Hello Doctor, I have a question: A few days ago, I hit my left cheek, and besides the pain at the impact site, my left eyelid has been twitching. At night, when I wear contact lenses, my eyes feel a bit sore, and moving my eyeball also causes some pain. What should...
Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Dear Ms. Yu: I believe your issue may need to be addressed by an ophthalmologist or a neurologist, as there may be an injury to the extraocular muscles of your eyes. Currently, traditional Chinese medicine may not be very helpful for you. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, ...[Read More] Facial Injury: Managing Pain and Eye Discomfort After a Collision
Understanding the Effects of Si Wu Tang on Inflammation and Digestive Health
Inquiry 1. I have been suffering from chronic constipation for about 26 years, and I often experience internal organ strains. I heard that consuming Si Wu Tang (Four Substance Decoction) can worsen inflammation in the body. Is this true? What are the characteristics of this condi...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Dear Fang, Hello. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) categorizes constipation into various types, including excess (shi) and deficiency (xu). Excess types can further be divided into heat and qi stagnation, while deficiency types can be classified into qi deficiency, blood defic...[Read More] Understanding the Effects of Si Wu Tang on Inflammation and Digestive Health
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Unblock Fallopian Tubes?
Fallopian tubes Dear Dr. Lin: I have bilateral fallopian tube obstruction, some endometriosis, and a few uterine polyps. If I take traditional Chinese medicine, can it help to unblock the fallopian tubes? How long will it take to see results?
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Hello, Xiaopei / 35 / Online User! 1. I have bilateral fallopian tube obstruction, mild endometriosis, and some uterine polyps. These conditions can easily lead to female infertility, especially endometriosis and uterine polyps, which often cause menstrual pain or bleeding. 2...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Unblock Fallopian Tubes?
Can Astragalus Tea Boost Health and Warm Cold Extremities?
Astragalus Hello, doctor! May I ask if drinking water infused with Astragalus can be beneficial for my health? I've heard that Astragalus is good for boosting Qi! Can it help with cold hands and feet? Thank you!
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Hello! May I ask if drinking water infused with Astragalus can be beneficial for health? I’ve heard that Astragalus is good for boosting Qi! Is it suitable for someone with cold hands and feet? 1. According to the Materia Medica, Astragalus is known as a superior tonic, hence i...[Read More] Can Astragalus Tea Boost Health and Warm Cold Extremities?
Herbal Remedies for Men's Sexual Health: Tips and Training
Sexual health maintenance 1. Which traditional Chinese medicine can help with male sexual function and can be used for daily maintenance, such as Liuwei Dihuang Wan, etc.? 2. If taking both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine, how long should they be spaced apart? 3...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
1. Tonifying Yang herbs: deer antler, cynomorium, cordyceps, epimedium, rehmannia, walnut meat, morinda root, baji tian, fructus amomi, raspberry, horny goat weed, chives seeds, psoralea, gecko, eucommia, fenugreek, dog spine, cuscuta, and the formulas Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan, Ji She...[Read More] Herbal Remedies for Men's Sexual Health: Tips and Training
Understanding Growth Spurts: Do Boys Need Herbal Remedies Like Zhuanggu Soup?
Bone Growth Soup Hello Dr. Lin, I would like to ask if it is too early for a boy in the fifth grade to start developing? (He has a slight Adam's apple, a hoarse and deep voice, and some fine pubic hair.) Will this affect his height growth? Is it necessary for him to drink ...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
Hello: The purpose of the growth tonic is twofold: firstly, to promote growth and development, commonly referred to as increasing height; secondly, to regulate the body constitution during the growth process. Xiao Wu has started developing a bit early, as this typically occurs ar...[Read More] Understanding Growth Spurts: Do Boys Need Herbal Remedies Like Zhuanggu Soup?
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Irregular menstrual cycle? Hello Dr. Ding, I have been experiencing irregular menstrual cycles, with my period only coming every three to four months. This year (2008), my menstruation was delayed for about six months until February. I visited a gynecologist who performed an ult...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Dear Nancy, From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), late menstruation or amenorrhea can be categorized into various patterns such as Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Kidney deficiency, Cold stagnation, and Qi stagnation with Blood stasis. If your menstrual cy...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Natural Remedies for Anemia and Cold Extremities in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Anemia and cold extremities? Hello, Doctor Yan: My girlfriend has been experiencing some stress from her studies recently, which has led to migraines. She also has symptoms of anemia and cold hands and feet. Doctor, if she needs to take supplements for the long term, what can she...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Student, I am pleased to receive your letter. Regarding your girlfriend's symptoms of anemia and cold extremities, using Angelica Sinensis (Dong Quai) + Astragalus (Huang Qi) + Goji Berries (Gou Qi Zi) is acceptable. If her stools are softer, the ratio of Angelica Sine...[Read More] Natural Remedies for Anemia and Cold Extremities in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Is Eating Bananas for Breakfast Effective for Weight Loss?
Weight loss Is it true that having bananas with water for breakfast and eating normally for the other two meals can help with weight loss? Is this method good for the body? Can I replace bananas with plantains? Thank you.
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Hello, if you are prone to body aches, it is not advisable to consume bananas excessively. Additionally, if you are prone to bloating, it is also not suitable to consume bananas or plantains.[Read More] Is Eating Bananas for Breakfast Effective for Weight Loss?
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Sunken Eyes Effectively?
Regarding the issue of orbital depression? Hello, I would like to ask if Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can treat sunken eye sockets? My eye sockets look relatively normal when I wake up in the morning, but after a few hours, one of them becomes sunken, making my eyes look ve...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Dear Lynn, Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that the spleen governs the muscles, and the kidneys are related to the eyes. Therefore, sunken eyes may be addressed by first regulating the body through these two aspects, in conjunction with acupuncture. However, it requires pa...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Sunken Eyes Effectively?
Dietary Recommendations for Ligament Injuries Near the Knee: What to Eat and Avoid
Ligament injury If you have a ligament injury near the knee, it's advisable to avoid foods that can promote inflammation, such as processed foods, sugary snacks, and excessive saturated fats. Instead, focus on consuming anti-inflammatory foods that can aid in recovery, inclu...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
Hello, for knee ligament injuries, remember to apply heat therapy and perform moderate flexion and extension exercises. In terms of diet, you can eat bananas, bamboo shoots, and citrus fruits, while avoiding foods high in gelatin. You may consume more foods rich in collagen, such...[Read More] Dietary Recommendations for Ligament Injuries Near the Knee: What to Eat and Avoid
Is Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Right for Your Body Type?
Is it suitable for me? Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao is suitable for individuals with deficiencies in both Qi and Yin, as well as those experiencing symptoms related to kidney deficiency. However, it is not recommended for individuals with excess heat conditions, such as Qi and Yin deficie...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Ling Mei, I hope this message finds you well. The signs of yin deficiency and excessive fire include: five hearts feeling hot, dry mouth, red tongue, and thin, rapid pulse. Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao is a formulation made from four ingredients: turtle shell, deer antler glue, gins...[Read More] Is Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Right for Your Body Type?
Achieving Nutritional Balance When Dining Out: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
Eating out How to achieve balanced nutrition when eating out.
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Lili, I hope this message finds you well! Eating out can indeed make it difficult to maintain a balanced diet. My approach is relatively simple, though it may be a bit more expensive. I suggest going to the supermarket's formula section or a pharmacy to purchase produc...[Read More] Achieving Nutritional Balance When Dining Out: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help My Child with ADHD?
Childhood hyperactivity I would like to ask for your advice regarding my 8-year-old child, who has consistently maintained top grades but exhibits symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I am wondering if it would be beneficial to seek assistance from traditi...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Dear An Ma, Hello. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood syndrome characterized by diminished self-control, inattention, hyperactivity, emotional instability, and varying degrees of learning difficulties and behavioral abnormalities in children wi...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help My Child with ADHD?
Relieving Winter Skin Itch: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help?
Itching skin? Hello: In winter, my skin becomes dry and itchy. Even after using moisturizer, it doesn't help, and avoiding hot water still leaves me uncomfortable. Is it possible to improve this through traditional Chinese medicine? Can eczema be completely cured? The itchin...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Some traditional Chinese medicine that promotes circulation and aids in skin repair can be taken, and moisturizing products or petroleum jelly can be used after bathing to prevent water loss. Whether this can completely resolve the issue depends on the patient's condition. T...[Read More] Relieving Winter Skin Itch: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help?
Understanding the Symptoms Treated by Traditional Chinese Medicine Herbs
Pharmacological effects Recently, I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who prescribed a formula containing Poria, Atractylodes, American Ginseng, Licorice, Astragalus, Chuanxiong, Kudzu Root, Raw Rehmannia, Tianmen Dong, Wheat Grass, Sour Jujube Seed, Codonopsis,...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Xiaoling, I hope this letter finds you well! I am very pleased to receive your correspondence. The prescription includes Poria, Atractylodes, American ginseng, Licorice, Astragalus, Chuanxiong, Kudzu root, Rehmannia, Asparagus, Ophiopogon, Sour Jujube Seed, Codonopsis, Salv...[Read More] Understanding the Symptoms Treated by Traditional Chinese Medicine Herbs
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine or Acupuncture Help Nerve Damage Recovery?
Can nerve damage be improved with traditional Chinese medicine or acupuncture? Hello, Director Peng: I underwent lumbar spinal fusion surgery six months ago, and my recovery has been quite good. However, since the surgery, I have been experiencing a heavy sensation in my right le...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
It is recommended to use traditional Chinese medicine that includes bone and kidney tonics combined with blood invigorating and meridian-unblocking herbs, along with local acupuncture treatment. The earlier the treatment begins, the better the chances of recovery.[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine or Acupuncture Help Nerve Damage Recovery?
Effective Chinese Medicine Remedies for Acne and Skin Spots
Acne Is applying a mixture of 15 grams each of rhubarb, yellow flower, phellodendron, and bitter gourd powder mixed with water on the face daily effective for treating acne? Are there any side effects? I have had spots on my face since elementary school; what traditional Chinese ...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
Rhubarb, yellow flower, huangbai (phellodendron), and bitter gourd, each 15 grams, ground into powder and mixed with water, are all herbs that clear heat and detoxify, characterized by their bitter and cold properties. I'm not sure about the yellow flower; could it be a typo...[Read More] Effective Chinese Medicine Remedies for Acne and Skin Spots
Can This Traditional Chinese Remedy Help with Fat Loss?
Can this help with fat reduction? Ingredients: 20 slices of red guava, 15 slices of hawthorn, 2 slices of dried tangerine peel, 2000 cc of hot water. Method: 1. Bring the above ingredients to a boil over high heat, then simmer for 10 minutes on low heat. 2. During meals, inst...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear LING online user, Regarding the use of red heart guava slices, hawthorn, and dried tangerine peel, these are primarily natural materials. Hawthorn is sour and astringent, and it is not advisable for individuals with gastrointestinal issues to use it excessively. However, if...[Read More] Can This Traditional Chinese Remedy Help with Fat Loss?