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Struggling to Book an Appointment with Dr. Ding? Here's What to Do!

What should I do if I can't get an appointment with Dr. Ding? Hello Dr. Ding, I am a patient with uterine prolapse. My last appointment was in early October, and I have now finished my medication. I noticed that your clinic hours at Shou-Tao have decreased and appointments...


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At Guanglong Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic (No. 39, Section 2, Zhongyang West Road, Zhongli District), there are also consultations available. You may consider your own schedule to determine if you need to visit in advance.

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How to Reach Dr. Ding Han-Hsiang for Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultations?

Where can Dr. Ding Han-hsiang see you for an appointment? (Outside of Taoyuan) Dr. Ding, I am a long-time patient who has been seeing you at the provincial hospital in Taoyuan. After my last visit, I noticed that your consultation hours have decreased. I intended to ask you about...


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The patient has already visited Dr. Wei Tao-Ding's clinic for consultation prior to the response to the application case and has been informed about the relevant matters.

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Post-MTX Treatment for Ectopic Pregnancy: Do You Need Confinement?

Post-treatment care after methotrexate injection for ectopic pregnancy? Currently, the treatment for ectopic pregnancy with MTX has concluded, HCG levels are down to 9, there is no vaginal bleeding, and everything is fine, with no need for follow-up. Should I observe a postpartum...


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Hello: If an ectopic pregnancy is treated with MTX, the gestational age should not be significant, but it is still considered a miscarriage. It is recommended that you consult a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for diagnosis and treatment to facilitate future p...

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Postpartum Care for Chocolate Cysts: Dietary Tips and Expert Guidance

Chocolate cyst postpartum care Hello, my wife just gave birth, and we would like to extend her postpartum care after leaving the confinement center in November. However, I noticed that you are no longer listed in the appointment system for November. Could you please let us know w...


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Hello: Chocolate cysts are expected to shrink after pregnancy and childbirth, so during the postpartum period, you should focus on adjusting your body condition. If there is no significant blood deficiency, the dosage of Angelica (Dong Quai) can be reduced or omitted. Eating well...

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Improving Pregnancy Health: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help?

Poor physical condition during pregnancy? Hello doctor, my body has been getting weaker since I became pregnant. I am almost 7 months along now, have no appetite, and am suffering from severe constipation, relying on Western medicine to relieve it. Due to uterine contractions and...


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Sure, please consult a licensed traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.

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Can Huanglian Jiedu Capsules Help with Recurring Warts?

Huanglian Jiedu Wan and Cauliflower Can I take the Huanglian Jiedu capsules I bought at the Chinese medicine shop? I previously had genital warts that were treated with electrocautery, and now I feel like they might be recurring, but I don't seem to have symptoms of excess h...


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Hello, Huanglian Jiedu Wan is used for patients with severe heat syndrome in Traditional Chinese Medicine, such as dry mouth, bitter taste, constipation, and dry mouth and tongue. Methods to enhance immunity include maintaining a regular diet and sleep schedule, as well as engagi...

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Understanding the Alternative Names and Availability of Cypresses Leaves in TCM

The term "生側柏葉" refers to the leaves of the plant "Platycladus orientalis," commonly known as Oriental arborvitae or Chinese The herb "生側柏葉" is also known as "Sheng Ce Bai Ye" in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is derived from the leaves o...


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Hello, the leaves of Platycladus orientalis, also known as Chinese arborvitae or flat cedar, are commonly used as a hemostatic agent. Wishing you peace, health, and well-being. Sincerely, Dr. Ding Han-Hsiang, Attending Physician, Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Taoyua...

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Does the Herbal Medicine Jishiteng Affect Fetal Development?

The Chinese herbal medicine "Jieshi Teng" (also known as "Mikania micrantha") and its effects on the fetus? Two weeks before becoming pregnant, the patient visited three clinics for a cold and took Western medicine. Additionally, an elder purchased the Chinese...


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Hello: Chicken feces vine is an herbal medicine that is generally not used in traditional Chinese medicine, and there is no relevant research literature indicating whether it has teratogenic effects. The clinical effects of chicken feces vine include wind-dispelling, cough relief...

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Essential Dietary Tips for Pregnant Women: Can You Eat Cordyceps Chicken Soup?

Pregnancy Diet Hello doctor, could you please advise on what dietary considerations should be taken during pregnancy? Is it safe to consume chicken soup with cordyceps flowers? Thank you.


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Hello: Cordyceps flower should be the traditional Chinese medicine known as Cordyceps sinensis, which functions to tonify the kidneys and lungs, stop bleeding, and resolve phlegm. However, the price of genuine Cordyceps is quite high, and there may be some artificially cultivated...

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Can Pregnant Women Eat Almonds? Understanding the Differences and Safety

Can pregnant women eat almonds? Hello! There are many questions and articles online regarding whether pregnant women can eat almonds. I have noticed that the content usually discusses southern almonds (sweet almonds, the ingredient for almond tea) and northern almonds (bitter alm...


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Hello Mr. Chen: Currently, the traditional Chinese medicine for cough relief and phlegm resolution uses bitter almonds, known as "Bei Xing." The commonly available nuts in the market are sweet almonds, referred to as "Nan Xing." Consuming a small amount of swe...

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Managing High-Risk Pregnancy: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights

Threatened miscarriage issues? Hello, doctor! My wife is 38 years old and currently in her tenth week of pregnancy, classified as a geriatric pregnancy. She had a miscarriage during her first pregnancy last year, underwent unsuccessful artificial insemination this year, and final...


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Hello Mr. Chen: If you are still experiencing lower back pain, a feeling of heaviness or pressure in the lower abdomen, or even bleeding, you may consider taking traditional Chinese medicine. It is not limited to a few weeks; traditional Chinese medicine focuses on treating and a...

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Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Completely Cure Cauliflower Ear?

Cauliflower infection Can traditional Chinese medicine completely eliminate cauliflower ear and prevent its recurrence? How long does it typically take? Thank you.


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Dear Andy: Hello, this is a viral infection that is more likely to occur when the immune system is weakened. As for converting the virus from positive to negative, there are no research reports that demonstrate a clear therapeutic effect. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, ...

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Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Cure Eczema Permanently?

Eczema Treatment Hello, doctor~~ I have been dealing with eczema for a long time. My toes often itch, and sometimes I have small blisters. Occasionally, my hands are affected as well, and I also experience issues around the anal area. I don't want to keep applying the medica...


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Hello: It could be eczema or dyshidrotic eczema, which may flare up during humid and hot seasons and is related to diet and lifestyle. With treatment from a traditional Chinese medicine physician and long-term management, it should be alleviated; however, neglecting diet and life...

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Can Inositol and Vitex Help Regulate Menstrual Cycle and Improve Fertility?

Inositol and Chaste Tree Berry? Hello, could you please tell me if consuming inositol and chaste tree (Vitex) has any regulatory effects on menstruation? I usually experience heavy menstrual flow with blood clots. Can these two help improve my condition? Additionally, does inosit...


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Hello, what you mentioned falls under the category of health supplements, and there are no clear literature reports to support their efficacy. Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes differential diagnosis and treatment, which should be based on individual constitution. It is rec...

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Can Si Wu Tang Help Relieve Menstrual Discomfort? Expert Insights

Menstrual Period - Si Wu Tang Hello, doctor. My menstrual cycle is about 26-28 days, lasting for five days, but on the second and third days, I experience blood clots. On the second day, I also feel heaviness in my lower abdomen, soreness in my lower back, and headaches. It seems...


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Hello: Si Wu Tang is used to nourish the blood for patients with blood deficiency without heat, typically taken after menstruation. It can also be taken during menstruation if there is fatigue and abdominal discomfort. Incorrect usage may lead to prolonged menstrual periods or sy...

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Can Mung Bean Powder Treat Acne? Dosage and Considerations Explained

Acne Dear Doctor, can mung bean powder really treat acne? Should I buy it in powdered form or as whole beans? Is it suitable for all body types? What is the recommended daily dosage? Are there any precautions I should be aware of? Thank you!


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Hello: Mung bean extract has a heat-clearing and detoxifying effect, which can be beneficial for patients with a heat-prone constitution suffering from acne. However, it is not recommended for those with a deficiency-cold constitution. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr....

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Can You Continue Scalp Acupuncture for Delayed Development After a Cold?

Is it safe to perform scalp acupuncture on a child with a cold? Hello Dr. Ding: My younger brother has undergone scalp acupuncture for developmental delay for the fourth time recently. However, after the fourth session, he developed a fever early the next morning. The emergency d...


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Dear Mrs. Chuang, Hello, your brother can continue with acupuncture without any issues. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Ding Han-Hsiang Attending Physician, Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare

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Understanding Scalp Acupuncture for Toddler Developmental Delays

Regarding scalp acupuncture treatment for developmental delays in infants! Hello Dr. Ding: I have a one-year-old child, and I have noticed that his motor skills are different from other one-year-olds! It seems that his movements are significantly slower. I have consulted a pediat...


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Dear Mrs. Chuang, Hello. Children's development has certain milestones, such as the saying from the older generation: "sitting at seven months, crawling at eight months, and teething at nine months." If a child's development does not meet these standards, it ...

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Do Half Moons on Fingers Indicate Health Status? A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective

The lunula on the finger? Hello, doctor. Does the presence of a lunula on the fingers really indicate a person's health status? I only have a small lunula on my thumb, but it seems to be fading. I rarely catch colds, but I do feel more sensitive to cold and tend to get tired...


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Dear Qingqing, Hello. Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that nails are related to liver blood, as ancient texts state, "The liver stores blood, governs tendons, and its manifestation is in the nails." Therefore, patients with anemia often have pale or brittle nails...

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Using Mulberry Leaf Powder for Spot Removal: Tips and Precautions

Mulberry leaf for spot removal? Dear Doctor, can mulberry leaf powder be applied directly to the face to remove spots? Are there any precautions to take when drinking mulberry leaf tea? Thank you.


Dr. Ding Hanxiang reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hello: In traditional Chinese medicine, mulberry leaves are known to disperse wind-heat, soothe the liver, improve vision, clear the lungs, moisten dryness, and cool the blood to stop bleeding. They have a bitter and sweet flavor and a cold nature. However, they do not have speci...

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