Understanding Muscle Rigidity and Eye Bags: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Muscle stiffness, dark circles under the eyes, leg cramps at night, and excessive sweating in the hands and feet? Recently, when I press my face with my hand, I notice that it takes a long time for the skin to bounce back, and the speed is very slow. The same goes for the muscles...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
1. Muscle stiffness with indentation upon pressure may indicate edema; in your case, it should be considered as functional edema rather than pathological edema. Functional edema can occur, for example, during air travel, but pathological examinations show no significant findings....[Read More] Understanding Muscle Rigidity and Eye Bags: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Navigating Liver Disease Treatment: Traditional vs. Western Medicine Insights
Issues related to medications for liver disease? Hello Dr. Lin: My sister underwent a blood test and found that her liver function indices, GOT and GPT, were abnormally high. She is already a carrier of hepatitis B, and after further examination, the doctor confirmed a diagnosis ...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
1. Hepatitis B is difficult to eradicate, and liver function indices often fluctuate, leading to chronic active hepatitis. Over decades, there is a significant risk of developing liver cancer or cirrhosis. Both Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine have the potential to improv...[Read More] Navigating Liver Disease Treatment: Traditional vs. Western Medicine Insights
Is This Herbal Formula Suitable for Middle-Aged Women's Health?
Issues with vascular access? A prescription for promoting blood circulation is as follows: 1 tael of safflower, 4 taels of astragalus, 1 tael of notopterygium, 1 tael of gastrodia, 1 tael of Dongyang ginseng, and 1 tael of salvia miltiorrhiza. Is this prescription suitable for a ...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
This prescription is suitable for patients with both Qi and blood deficiency accompanied by blood stasis. It can be used by those who are often fatigued and have low blood pressure, but it is not recommended for individuals with high blood pressure, constipation, or a tendency to...[Read More] Is This Herbal Formula Suitable for Middle-Aged Women's Health?
Managing Allergic Rhinitis: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Allergic rhinitis Hello, doctor! I have allergic rhinitis and I have been receiving allergy shots. The doctor said it's an allergen immunotherapy, and I need to get a shot once a week for 18 weeks, after which I can switch to once a month. However, I feel that my nasal condi...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
There are many factors that can cause nasal allergies, such as individual constitution, diet, environment, and hygiene. Allergy shots are just one treatment option. If the results are not satisfactory, it may be beneficial to address other factors that trigger allergies. Traditio...[Read More] Managing Allergic Rhinitis: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Understanding Irregular Menstruation: When to Seek Medical Help
Irregular menstruation Hello Dr. Wu, this is Xiao Zhen. I asked you a question last time regarding my irregular menstruation. I received a menstrual induction injection a week ago, and now it has been 5 days. Do I need to go to the hospital for a thorough examination, or is it su...
Dr. Wu Xuanzhang Reply:
Dear Xiao Zhen: Hello, menstrual issues can be related to endocrine hormones as well as ovarian and uterine problems. Irregular menstrual cycles or amenorrhea require thorough examination to identify the underlying causes. I recommend that you visit a hospital. Both Western and T...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstruation: When to Seek Medical Help
Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Myocarditis and Bradycardia
What are the traditional Chinese medicine treatments for myocarditis with bradycardia? I was hospitalized for myocarditis in mid-April and am currently resting at home. However, I am now experiencing bradycardia with a heart rate of 40-50 beats per minute due to post-inflammatory...
Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Hello Alex: Traditional Chinese Medicine cannot guarantee an increase in heart rate. Generally, we need to see the individual in order to determine how we can assist you. Typically, conditions can be categorized as heart yin deficiency, heart qi deficiency, and heart yang deficie...[Read More] Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Myocarditis and Bradycardia
Can Acupuncture or Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Meniere's Disease?
Can Meniere's disease be treated with acupuncture or traditional Chinese medicine? I have been suffering from Meniere's disease for ten years. In recent years, the tinnitus has become very loud, and my hearing has also deteriorated. The medications prescribed by the ENT...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Meniere's disease can be treated with traditional Chinese medicine, and both herbal medicine and acupuncture can lead to improvement. I am not very familiar with traditional Chinese medicine practitioners in the Kaohsiung area, but I believe there are many skilled practition...[Read More] Can Acupuncture or Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Meniere's Disease?
Managing Uterine Fibroids: Traditional Chinese Medicine vs. Surgery
Uterine fibroids I would like to ask: 1. My fibroid is over six centimeters, and I usually don't have many symptoms, only abdominal pain during my menstrual cycle, with a lot of blood clots and heavier bleeding. The Western doctor recommends surgery. Can Traditional Chinese ...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
A six-centimeter fibroid is considered large, and treating it with traditional Chinese medicine may not yield quick results. If the condition is prolonged, excessive monthly bleeding could lead to anemia, which is not good for the body; therefore, it is not advisable to manage it...[Read More] Managing Uterine Fibroids: Traditional Chinese Medicine vs. Surgery
Understanding Irregular Menstruation: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Irregular menstruation..? Hello Dr. Wu: I would like to ask you about my irregular menstruation, which has been ongoing for 3-4 years. I have seen Western doctors and undergone transvaginal ultrasound, blood tests, and urine tests, all of which came back normal. Last month, my pe...
Dr. Wu Xuanzhang Reply:
Dear [Name], The extension of the menstrual cycle is indeed largely influenced by hormonal factors, with insufficient progesterone being one of the causes. Due to inadequate secretion of progesterone, the endometrium does not thicken properly, leading to a lack of shedding and r...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstruation: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Erectile Dysfunction: A Student's Journey with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dr. Huang, I am the one who visited you on Monday? Hello, I am the college student who visited your clinic on Monday. The medication you prescribed doesn't seem to have any noticeable effect on me. I might not be able to express everything clearly, but here's what happe...
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun Reply:
Hello, God: The effects of traditional Chinese medicine take time to manifest; they do not show significant results in just one or two days. Regarding the "inappropriate articles" you mentioned, I need to understand the content in order to assess the potential impact. T...[Read More] Understanding Erectile Dysfunction: A Student's Journey with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Postpartum Thirst: Myths and Remedies in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Postpartum Thirst Issues Hello, doctor: I would like to ask how to address thirst after childbirth. Is it true that postpartum women should not drink water? I've also heard that it is possible to use the "shell" or "seed" of lychee to make water for hydra...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
If a postpartum woman experiences thirst, it is essential to adequately replenish fluids; not drinking water is incorrect. Traditional Chinese Medicine often uses lychee shells to address thirst caused by internal heat after childbirth. Lychee shells are known in herbal medicine ...[Read More] Postpartum Thirst: Myths and Remedies in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Excessive Sweating: Understanding Qi Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Excessive sweating? Why do I sweat more than others doing the same work? Can it really be described as sweating profusely? Is this normal? I often feel exhausted from excessive sweating. Some say this is related to what Traditional Chinese Medicine refers to as "Qi deficienc...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), individuals with Qi deficiency often experience excessive sweating. When Qi is deficient, symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, a weak pulse, sensitivity to cold, and a lack of thirst or desire to drink may occur. If these symptoms are present...[Read More] Excessive Sweating: Understanding Qi Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Postpartum Weight Loss Soup: Dr. Chu's Secret Recipe Revealed
Postpartum Slimming Soup I'm sorry, but I can't provide that information.
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
I apologize, but I am unclear about the content presented by this physician.[Read More] Postpartum Weight Loss Soup: Dr. Chu's Secret Recipe Revealed
Natural Remedies for Frequent Mouth and Tongue Sores
Mouth ulcers are common? Hello: I often experience sores in my mouth and on my tongue, sometimes they can be quite large, but I don't frequently get many canker sores. What should I eat to prevent my mouth and tongue from getting sores often? Thank you.
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: The issues you mentioned can be caused by various factors, such as excessive heat in the body, staying up late, consuming fried or spicy foods, or hormonal changes before menstruation, which can lead to a decrease in immunity. It's important to adjust your lifestyle h...[Read More] Natural Remedies for Frequent Mouth and Tongue Sores
Does Height-Enhancing Chinese Medicine Affect Menstrual Cycles?
Does taking traditional Chinese medicine for height growth affect the menstrual cycle? I would like to ask, my girlfriend has been taking traditional Chinese medicine for height growth. I am not sure about the ingredients, but her menstrual period is already 10 days late. I wonde...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
There are many different compositions in traditional Chinese medicine for promoting growth, and without specific ingredients, it is difficult to determine whether it will affect menstruation. The best approach is to consult the physician who prescribed it to see if there could be...[Read More] Does Height-Enhancing Chinese Medicine Affect Menstrual Cycles?
Traditional Chinese Medicine: Postpartum Care Tips from Dr. Chu Baijing
To request the content of Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner Chu Boqing's "30-Day Postpartum Care Plan." (I apologize. The name of Dr. Chu Bo-Ching is not listed among the physicians.) Recently, I read a newspaper interview featuring Dr. Chu Bo-Ching regardi...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
I'm sorry, I don't have any information about this physician's postpartum care, and I don't know this physician.[Read More] Traditional Chinese Medicine: Postpartum Care Tips from Dr. Chu Baijing
Addressing Growth Concerns in Toddlers: Nutrition and Supplements Guide
Poor growth in infants and young children? My daughter is one year old, with a birth weight of 2100g. Currently, her growth chart shows a normal head circumference, height at the 10th percentile, and weight below the 3rd percentile. Hospital tests including blood, stool, and urin...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear online user, Hello, I apologize for the delayed response due to the physician's email being hacked. Based on your description of your daughter's symptoms, which include loose stools, excessive sweating, a lack of interest in drinking milk, and not being sensitive ...[Read More] Addressing Growth Concerns in Toddlers: Nutrition and Supplements Guide
Herbal Remedies for Elderly Health: Using Rou Cong Rong, Du Zhong, and Bei Qi
Rheum palmatum, Eucommia ulmoides, and Astragalus membranaceus? Dear Doctor: My father is 82 years old and has emphysema, goiter, prostate cancer, and experiences muscle and joint pain. He is very sensitive to cold. He has difficulty urinating after taking cough syrup and eating ...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Netizen, I apologize for the delay in my response due to a hacker intrusion into my email. Additionally, your father has emphysema, thyroid enlargement, and prostate cancer, all of which are serious conditions. Emphysema and prostate cancer require a collaborative treatment...[Read More] Herbal Remedies for Elderly Health: Using Rou Cong Rong, Du Zhong, and Bei Qi
Managing Frequent Colds in Young Children: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine
Common Cold Issues in Young Children Hello, Dr. Lin. I have a daughter who is under 4 years old. She started attending preschool in October 2004, and since then, she has been suffering from colds and fevers. She has been hospitalized three times, and she has only been off cold me...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Angel, I apologize for the delay in my response due to a hacker intrusion into my email. Your daughter frequently suffers from colds and upper respiratory symptoms, including cough. Children often have a weaker constitution, which can make them more susceptible to infectio...[Read More] Managing Frequent Colds in Young Children: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine
Postpartum Health Issues: Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Immunity
Postpartum issues Hello Dr. Lin, I apologize for asking two more questions: 1. After giving birth to my second child, I have experienced significant changes in my body. For instance, my menstrual period lasts about three days with heavy flow, then stops for two to three days, a...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Angel, Hello! I apologize for the delay in my response due to a hacker intrusion into my email. According to your message, you are experiencing menstrual irregularities, poor uterine contractions, and disharmony of the Chong and Ren meridians following childbirth, which has...[Read More] Postpartum Health Issues: Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Immunity