Effective Traditional Chinese Medicine Tips for Postpartum Belly Fat
Slimming the abdomen? I am a postpartum mother, and my child is already 4 years old. I've lost most of the weight I needed to lose, but my lower abdomen is still quite large and won't slim down no matter what I do. Is there any way to help me reduce my lower belly? This...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
You can try acupuncture for localized treatment to help restore elasticity in the lower abdomen, once a week.[Read More] Effective Traditional Chinese Medicine Tips for Postpartum Belly Fat
Improving Appetite in Toddlers: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Appetite loss in toddlers? Hello, My daughter is already one year old, but her weight has not increased; it has remained at 8 kg since she was 8 months old. Since she is breastfed, I am unsure of her milk intake. She has a low acceptance of solid foods, her appetite varies great...
Dr. He Zongrong Reply:
Hello, infants who are breastfed typically weigh less but have better immunity. My suggestion is to consult with Director He at Keelung Municipal Hospital's Traditional Chinese Medicine department, and all your questions will be resolved. Best regards.[Read More] Improving Appetite in Toddlers: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Managing Chronic Hepatitis C Symptoms: Traditional vs. Western Medicine
Hepatitis C issues Hello Dr. Lin! Thank you for answering my questions about hepatitis C last time. However, my mother has been feeling increasingly unwell lately. Her symptoms are as follows: 1. Dry mouth and throat, no matter how much water she drinks, she still feels thirsty. ...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear (Worried about my family), 1. Your mother has hepatitis C, which is named after the type of virus that causes it. Since hepatitis C is not easily cured in the short term, both traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Western medicine have their unique approaches and medicatio...[Read More] Managing Chronic Hepatitis C Symptoms: Traditional vs. Western Medicine
Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine for Effective Weight Loss Solutions
I want to lose weight? Hello, doctor: I would like to lose weight! Although my weight hasn't exceeded the standard value yet, I feel that if I continue like this, I might surpass it. I have tried various nutritional methods, but I still haven't been able to successfully...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Acupuncture in traditional Chinese medicine can be used in conjunction with medication treatment, administered once a week, along with maintaining a regular routine, going to bed early, having balanced meals three times a day, and engaging in moderate exercise.[Read More] Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine for Effective Weight Loss Solutions
Understanding Cervical Bone Spurs: Treatment Options and Care Tips
Cervical osteophytes Hello Doctor: A few days ago, I visited a rehabilitation specialist due to long-standing lower back pain (I had a lumbar strain last May) and shoulder and neck discomfort. After an X-ray, it was found that I have bone spurs on cervical vertebrae C4, C5, and C...
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun Reply:
Hello, regarding cervical nerve compression, common symptoms include soreness, numbness, and weakness. However, many individuals with bone spurs may not exhibit clinical symptoms. An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is recommended for accurate diagnosis. If the symptoms are not s...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Bone Spurs: Treatment Options and Care Tips
Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes and Eye Dark Circles: A TCM Perspective
excuse me? Hello, doctor. Last time I asked about the issue of breast fibrocystic changes, and you recommended taking Shiliuwei Liuqi Decoction. Could you please advise on the dosage? Additionally, I have another question regarding the dark circles around my eyes, which seem to a...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
The Sixteen Flavor Liuqi Decoction is a traditional Chinese medicine compound prescription that can be taken alone or modified for clinical use. The recommended dosage is 5 grams, three times a day. However, it is advisable to consult a licensed practitioner at a traditional Chin...[Read More] Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes and Eye Dark Circles: A TCM Perspective
Managing Low Blood Pressure and Headaches: A Guide for Caregivers
Mother Hello doctor, my mother has been experiencing headaches for a while. This past Monday, she had her blood pressure checked, and the doctor said it was low. Yesterday, she had another headache, and today her blood pressure was only in the 40s. What should we do?
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun Reply:
Dear Jie, In your letter, you mentioned that your mother is experiencing headaches and has low blood pressure. I'm not sure if she has any other underlying conditions. It might be safer to take her to a medical facility for some examinations. If her blood pressure remains c...[Read More] Managing Low Blood Pressure and Headaches: A Guide for Caregivers
Understanding Hepatitis C: Concerns, Treatments, and Dietary Tips
Issues related to Hepatitis C? Here's the translation: Recently, my mother has been having trouble sleeping at night, so she went for an examination and was diagnosed with Hepatitis C. I later learned that there are no specific treatments for Hepatitis C in either tradition...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear friends concerned about your family, 1. Hepatitis B and C primarily differ in the types of hepatitis viruses that cause them, and both are difficult to eradicate. Chronic Hepatitis C often leads to fluctuating liver function indices and can evolve over decades into liver ca...[Read More] Understanding Hepatitis C: Concerns, Treatments, and Dietary Tips
Can Reishi Mushroom and Propolis Help Improve Fatty Liver?
What are the therapeutic effects of reishi mushroom and propolis? Hello, my father has a fatty liver issue. Would consuming reishi mushrooms or propolis help improve his condition? I have heard that Western medicine doctors say that the concept of "liver" in Traditional...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Huang Zhi-Jie, Your questions are answered as follows: 1. The definition of fatty liver is when the fat content in liver cells exceeds 5%. Diagnosis must be confirmed through examinations such as abdominal ultrasound conducted by Western medicine. Many factors can cause f...[Read More] Can Reishi Mushroom and Propolis Help Improve Fatty Liver?
Nourishing Post-Surgery: Best Herbal Combinations for Recovery
Nourishing My girlfriend just had surgery and is feeling very weak. I want to prepare a stew with a turtle or a chicken soup (using a leg from a mountain chicken) for her. I would like to know what medications would be suitable to pair with this, and how many days she should cont...
Dr. He Zongrong Reply:
Hello, due to the phenomenon of qi deficiency after surgery, it is advisable to supplement qi with traditional Chinese medicine such as ginseng and astragalus. However, the dosage should not be excessive to avoid causing heat. The duration of consumption should be based on indivi...[Read More] Nourishing Post-Surgery: Best Herbal Combinations for Recovery
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Treat Asthma in Infants?
Childhood asthma My 8-month-old daughter has been experiencing coughing episodes approximately once a month since early April, with each episode lasting about 1-2 weeks. She often has a phlegmy sound in her throat throughout the day. A Western medicine doctor suggested that it co...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Dear An-An: It is generally believed that powdered ginseng has a beneficial effect on the trachea. However, since the child is currently experiencing coughing along with phlegm, it is advisable to wait until the phlegm decreases before administering it. In Traditional Chinese Med...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Treat Asthma in Infants?
Understanding Foamy Phlegm After Eating: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Stomach Hello, doctor. Many times after eating pears, tomatoes, watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, and fermented black soybeans, I notice that when I cough up phlegm shortly afterward, it often has a foamy consistency. However, I do not experience any discomfort in my stomach. Wha...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here is my response to your question along with some recommendations: The issues with the stomach are not prominent, while problems with the lungs, bronchi, throat, and pharynx are more evident, indicating a colder respiratory system. In modern ...[Read More] Understanding Foamy Phlegm After Eating: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Sanfu Plaster: Effects and Alternatives for Patients
Regarding Sanfu Plaster? Hello, Doctor. Recently, it has been the time for Sanfu plaster application. Three years ago, I underwent surgery and radiation treatment for a brain tumor, and I also have epilepsy. When I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, they initially b...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Johnny, Here are the responses to your questions: 1. The "Three Fu Days" treatment was first introduced by me five years ago at Fengyuan Hospital's Traditional Chinese Medicine department, based on the traditional Chinese medicine theory of "treating wi...[Read More] Understanding Sanfu Plaster: Effects and Alternatives for Patients
Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes: TCM Treatment Options
Medical consultation Hello Doctor: I have a breast fibrocystic lump under each armpit. Generally, I feel fine, but they tend to enlarge before and after my menstrual period. I would like to ask: 1. What is the degree of improvement with traditional Chinese medicine treatment? 2. ...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
The Sixteen-Flavor Liuqi Decoction in Traditional Chinese Medicine has shown good effects on breast fibrocystic changes. I have a patient who has been under my care for 4-5 years; she has a significant illness card for breast tumors. With proper management, her condition is quite...[Read More] Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes: TCM Treatment Options
Can Drinking Black Tea Affect Iron Absorption While Taking Herbal Supplements?
Can I drink black tea while taking blood tonic herbal medicine? Hello Dr. Lin: I apologize for bothering you. I am currently taking traditional Chinese medicine for blood replenishment, which is in the form of decoction. I have heard that components in tea can affect iron absorpt...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear online friend, Here are the answers to your questions: 1. Tea has brain-stimulating, digestive-cleansing, and fat-reducing effects. Green tea can have anti-tumor properties, and regular tea consumption is beneficial for health. 2. Tea contains a large amount of caffeine,...[Read More] Can Drinking Black Tea Affect Iron Absorption While Taking Herbal Supplements?
Understanding Persistent Cough: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Coughing I have been coughing for over three months since mid-March. Although I have been taking medication and my symptoms have gradually improved, I would like to know (from the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine) why it has persisted for so long. What could be the rea...
Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Dear Li-Ping: In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the perspective on long-term chronic cough typically focuses on "lung qi deficiency." The main approach is to tonify and nourish the lungs, but it is not the so-called "warming tonification." It is recommended to ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Cough: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Nerve Enlargement and Weakness: Seeking Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Could you please provide more details regarding the issue of right hand nerve enlargement and physical weakness? Hello Dr. Huang, I have some questions regarding hand nerve issues and physical weakness that I would like your assistance with. Recently, I was hospitalized at Taina...
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun Reply:
Dear Mr. Chang, Regarding your concerns about numbness in your right palm and discomfort in your right shoulder, it is possible that these symptoms are caused by postural imbalances due to cerebral palsy, leading to minor skeletal misalignments. This may result in localized soft...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Enlargement and Weakness: Seeking Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Persistent Wrist Pain After One Week of Treatment: Should I Switch Clinics?
I have had a wrist sprain treated for a week, but it still hurts. Should I switch to another clinic? Hello Doctor: My wrist was sprained two weeks ago while moving a motorcycle. I received treatment at a traditional Chinese medicine clinic for a week. On the first day, I applied ...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Fish user, Here are the responses to your questions: 1. Your wrist was sprained two weeks ago while moving a motorcycle, which is likely a ligament strain. Surgery is not necessary; continue with acupuncture treatment and consider manual therapy based on your condition. It...[Read More] Persistent Wrist Pain After One Week of Treatment: Should I Switch Clinics?
Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine for Male Sexual Dysfunction
Regarding sexual health? First of all, thank you, Dr. Lin, for your response. Regarding my condition, I have been experiencing erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation for some time. During intercourse, I often either quickly lose erection or have incomplete erections, maki...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Dear Mr. Lin, I empathize with your concerns. Based on my years of experience in the Happy Clinic, Western medicine can be explored through several aspects, including hormones, vascular issues, erectile tissue, and psychological factors. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the path...[Read More] Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine for Male Sexual Dysfunction
Effectiveness of Traditional Chinese Medicine for Erectile Dysfunction: A Guide
Could you please provide the name of the medication? The prescription includes the following ingredients: - 50 grams of Angelica sinensis (Dong Quai) - 50 grams of Lotus Stamen - 50 grams of Dahuang (Rhubarb) - 50 grams of Xianlingpi (Selenicereus) - 50 grams of Sha Yuan Zi (As...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: Based on the description, this formula is composed of modifications of [Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan] and [Huan Shao Dan], combined with various kidney-tonifying, yang-enhancing, and astringent herbs. Its functions include nourishing the kidneys, astringing essence, and cal...[Read More] Effectiveness of Traditional Chinese Medicine for Erectile Dysfunction: A Guide