Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Floaters in the Eyes?
Floaters Is there a way for Traditional Chinese Medicine to treat floaters? The Western medical perspective states that there is no specific treatment for floaters.
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hello Mr. Ding: Floaters are generally caused by the degeneration and opacification of the vitreous body, but they can also be caused by diabetes, hypertension, and retinal detachment. Therefore, it is recommended to first visit an ophthalmologist to determine the cause before pr...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Floaters in the Eyes?
Where to Find Sanfu Plaster Treatment in Taoyuan and Hsinchu?
Sanfu Plaster Dear Dr. Huang: Does Taoyuan Hospital offer Sanfu plaster treatment? If not, could you please let me know which hospitals or private clinics in Taoyuan County and Hsinchu County provide this treatment? Thank you!
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Ms. Vicky, I apologize, but our hospital currently does not offer this treatment. The Traditional Chinese Medicine department at Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital provides Sanfu plaster, which you can visit nearby. Additionally, many general TCM clinics also offer this se...[Read More] Where to Find Sanfu Plaster Treatment in Taoyuan and Hsinchu?
How to Alleviate Chemotherapy Side Effects with Traditional Chinese Medicine
How to alleviate discomfort from chemotherapy? Hello Doctor: My father, who is 50 years old, has been undergoing chemotherapy for liver cancer for over a month now. He currently has to carry a pump for the chemotherapy medication every day. Recently, he has started experiencing s...
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Dear Ms. Wanzi, Regarding the side effects of chemotherapy, if the patient has a constitution of both Qi and Yin deficiency, Sha Shen Mai Dong Decoction may be used for treatment. However, since each patient's symptoms can vary, it is advisable to consult an experienced Tra...[Read More] How to Alleviate Chemotherapy Side Effects with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Limb Weakness: Causes and Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Limb weakness 1. Frequently feeling weakness in the limbs and sometimes experiencing tremors even when holding a drink can be attributed to several potential causes. These may include conditions such as fatigue, anxiety, low blood sugar, electrolyte imbalances, or neurological di...
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Hello: In your letter, you mentioned experiencing weakness in your limbs and trembling even when holding a drink. It is unclear whether your blood pressure or blood sugar levels are normal. If everything is normal, it is recommended to follow up with a neurology outpatient clinic...[Read More] Understanding Limb Weakness: Causes and Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Is Sanfu Paste Effective for Elderly Asthma Patients?
Is the Sanfu plaster effective for the elderly? My mother has had asthma since she was young, and now in her sixties, she often feels short of breath and experiences wheezing when walking. I've heard that Sanfu plaster is very effective for asthma and allergic rhinitis. Is t...
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Hello: According to research, the Sanfu plaster has a partial alleviating effect on the occurrence of asthma, but it is not universally effective, and a small number of patients may experience acute asthma attacks as a result of this treatment. For asthma and allergic rhinitis, t...[Read More] Is Sanfu Paste Effective for Elderly Asthma Patients?
Managing Oral Cancer Side Effects with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Oral cancer 1. After chemotherapy and radiation for oral cancer, the body may experience extreme discomfort. Are there any traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions that can alleviate these side effects? 2. What dietary restrictions should be observed? 3. Could you provide s...
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Hello Abin: After chemotherapy and radiation therapy for oral cancer, patients often experience dry mouth, oral ulcers, poor appetite, fatigue, and decreased white blood cell count. Mai Men Dong Decoction can be used for conditioning. As for food, it is advisable to avoid overly ...[Read More] Managing Oral Cancer Side Effects with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Exploring the Efficacy of Ginsenoside RH2 in Cancer Treatment
Ginsenoside RH2 Hello, doctor. I would like to know if you have heard of ginsenoside RH2. I have heard that Changhua Show Chwan Hospital has had good results using ginsenoside to treat cancer. Would you recommend that we purchase this product from a biotechnology company? Does it...
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Dear Ms. Jade, Ginsenoside RH2 is clinically used for patients with liver cancer and may assist in reducing liver tumors; however, there is no evidence to suggest that it can cure the disease, and the costs are quite high, amounting to several hundred thousand New Taiwan Dollars...[Read More] Exploring the Efficacy of Ginsenoside RH2 in Cancer Treatment
Understanding Facial Nerve Issues: Signs of Stroke or Other Concerns?
Facial nerve My husband has been experiencing restless leg movements while sleeping lately, especially with his toes rubbing against each other. He also has involuntary twitching on one side of his face and eye. Could this be a sign of a stroke?
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Mrs. Liu, Your husband experiences involuntary facial twitching, and he also exhibits abnormal movements in his legs and toes while sleeping. Traditional Chinese medicine considers this to be due to excessive liver yang and internal wind. If the situation persists, there is...[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Issues: Signs of Stroke or Other Concerns?
Can Acupuncture Help Alleviate Symptoms of Liver Tumors?
Liver tumor Dr. Huang: My father has a liver tumor that is 18 centimeters. I do not expect a cure, but I would like to know if acupuncture can help alleviate his condition. I look forward to your response. Thank you. Chen Hsiu-Mei
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hello: Liver tumors are indeed more malignant and their treatment can be quite challenging. Traditional Chinese medicine or acupuncture mostly helps with symptom relief. It may be advisable for your father to start with a clean and natural diet, and to learn Qigong or similar pra...[Read More] Can Acupuncture Help Alleviate Symptoms of Liver Tumors?
Understanding Qi Imbalance: The Impact of Hormonal Disorders on Health
Shortness of breath? Since the beginning of this year, I have been experiencing hormonal imbalances, which often lead to headaches. However, I started medication in September after consulting with a Western medicine obstetrician-gynecologist, who prescribed me progesterone to hel...
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Hello! Imbalances in Qi and blood can manifest various symptoms depending on individual constitution. Exercise certainly helps in promoting the smooth flow of Qi and blood. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is effective in treating discomfort caused by endocrine disorders. The q...[Read More] Understanding Qi Imbalance: The Impact of Hormonal Disorders on Health
Managing Qi: Understanding Emotional Release in Traditional Chinese Medicine
I'm sorry, could you please ask your question? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask you a question. Traditional Chinese Medicine often discusses meridians, Qi regulation, and its flow. I have some knowledge of "Kung Fu," but I struggle to adjust my Qi on my own. Some...
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hello, Xiao Jie! Qi truly exists, and from your letter, it seems you have felt it as well. However, cultivating Qi must be done in a natural and relaxed manner, without being overly deliberate. If there are symptoms of Qi stagnation or Qi depression, you can relieve it by taking ...[Read More] Managing Qi: Understanding Emotional Release in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Frequent Urination?
My symptoms? Can traditional Chinese medicine be used to manage frequent urination? What could be the reasons for my frequent urination? If it is due to urethritis, can herbal medicine be used for treatment?
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hello, Huang! Both frequent urination and urethritis can be managed with traditional Chinese medicine. If the frequent urination is long-term and the urine is light in color, it may indicate kidney qi deficiency and weak bladder control. However, if it is a temporary condition ac...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Frequent Urination?
Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western Cancer Treatments: Dietary Solutions
Cancer Hello, Dr. Huang. I have a family member who is a cancer patient diagnosed with a germ cell tumor. He has been receiving treatment at Taipei Veterans General Hospital and underwent surgical removal of the tumor in February. However, during a follow-up visit in October, it ...
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Hello! The occurrence of cancer is multifactorial, and its treatment is also challenging to achieve effectively with a single approach. Surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy are currently the mainstream methods, but they still have significant side effects and issues with ...[Read More] Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western Cancer Treatments: Dietary Solutions
Managing Sleep Disturbances During Pregnancy: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach
Frequent dreaming Dear Dr. Huang, I have not experienced a full night's sleep for many years; I dream every night until dawn. I often wake up with headaches and a heavy head, and this has become more severe since I became pregnant. I feel mentally unwell and am very concern...
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Hello! From your letter, it seems that your sleep quality is indeed not ideal. After several treatments, the results have not been significant; now that you are pregnant, your insomnia may worsen. If the insomnia becomes too severe, temporarily using a sleep aid may be helpful. H...[Read More] Managing Sleep Disturbances During Pregnancy: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach