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Acupuncture for weight loss Hello, doctor. I am 160 cm tall and weigh 82 kg. I have been trying to lose weight for many years, but the results have not been significant. I have been overweight since childhood. Although I don't look as heavy as I actually am, my daily activit...

Chest pain Hello Dr. Chen, I occasionally experience intermittent sharp pain in my chest (not very often), and I have felt a warm, uncomfortable sensation in my nipples once or twice. When I ask my husband to touch and massage, there are no abnormalities. Sometimes, I can't...

Traditional Chinese medicine or dietary supplements for asthma? Hello Doctor: I apologize for taking up your valuable time. I have been suffering from a persistent cough that has not improved. After an examination at the clinic, it was determined that I have asthma and bronchial ...

Poor blood circulation Hello Dr. Chen: I often experience neck pain and stiffness, and sometimes I feel a bit dizzy. I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine doctor who mentioned that it might be due to poor blood circulation. However, all my blood test results are within norma...

Being overweight is really frustrating? Hello Doctor: This issue has been bothering me. I am 27 years old and have been very careful with my diet (also no constipation), but I still keep gaining weight (BMI 30.5), which is considered obese, right? I would like to seek help from T...

I'm sorry, but I need more context or content to provide a translation? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you something. I am only 27 years old, but I have been experiencing issues with my sex life recently. I often lack the motivation, and when I do achieve an erection, it ...

Is there anything I can take to help induce my period if it's been delayed for a long time? Hello, Dr. Chen! My menstrual cycle is usually about 37-41 days, lasting 6-7 days each time. The last period started around March 18. Due to increased academic pressure and irregular ...

Sexual intercourse Hello! My boyfriend previously visited a traditional Chinese medicine clinic due to peeling and itching of the foreskin. The doctor informed him that the symptoms were caused by a Candida infection and stated that Western medicine cannot completely cure it. He ...

Lower back pain? I gave birth four months ago, but now I notice that every time I bend down to do something, my lower back feels very sore. I didn't experience this before giving birth. Could this be related to holding the baby during the postpartum confinement period? What ...

Hello! Dear Dr. Chen, I am a 28-year-old student. One year ago, I started experiencing some issues, and I need your help. I find myself easily anxious, feeling my heartbeat, sleeping only about 6 to 7 hours, having poor memory, with a pulse rate of about 80 beats per minute, and...

Could you please provide more context or specify your question? Hello doctor, I have been feeling weakness in my limbs and experiencing body aches for the past couple of days. Sometimes, when the air circulation is poor, I feel dizzy, cold sweats, and a bloated sensation in my st...

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I hope you can read this letter? Dear Doctor, I apologize for taking up your valuable time, but I hope you can read this letter and provide us with some advice. As the saying goes, "An elder in the family is like a treasure." Therefore, we are deeply concerned about my...

Diabetes and Traditional Chinese Medicine Hello Dr. Chen: My mother has been a diabetes patient for nearly twenty years and has poor kidney function. She is currently taking Western medicine to manage her condition effectively. However, every time I read about dietary supplements...

Cold When winter arrives, my feet feel cold, and even the tip of my nose is cold. Is this related to my constitution, or could there be other reasons?

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Hello, doctor: Could you please explain the medicinal effects of Fo-Ti (He Shou Wu) and White Swallowwort (Bai Qian Niu)? Are they beneficial for the body? Thank you.

Is it too cold? If both partners have a cold constitution, and the husband consumes a large amount of bananas, tomatoes, and fruit juices, could this further reduce the chances of conception? He is also taking antihypertensive medication; what should he eat more of? Thank you, do...

Cold hands and feet in children? Hello Dr. Chen, my youngest son is currently 3 years and 3 months old. During winter, his hands and feet are usually cold, and the same goes for the parents. Is this related to genetics, or could it be another issue? What are some ways to improve ...

Coughing issues Hello, Doctor: My 8-year-old daughter seems to have a problem with post-nasal drip. She often coughs at night, especially more so in the middle of the night, which is quite bothersome. She reports that her throat feels dry and itchy, prompting her to cough. During...

What should I do if I have body aches? I often experience generalized body aches. When I exercise, my body temperature rises significantly, but I do not sweat. Additionally, I feel sensations similar to being bitten by ants, as if something is coming out of my pores, and at times...