Dr. Lin Qingzhong reply Traditional Chinese Medicine Question - Page 4

Goji berry issues? Hello Dr. Lin: My father has diabetic retinopathy and cataracts, and he is currently receiving treatment from an ophthalmologist. I have heard that goji berries are very good for the eyes, and I would like to give them to him. However, I have the following ques...

Is it not recommended to use Western medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine together, and are there scientific blind spots regarding this issue? Is it not recommended to combine Western medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine for treatment, and are there scientific blind spo...

Herniated disc Hello~ I would like to ask if herniated discs can be treated with traditional Chinese medicine? How long does it usually take to see results? Can you recommend a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner near Daya? Thank you!

The use of Si Ni Tang? Dear Dr. Lin, I recently visited a traditional Chinese medicine clinic near my home to help regulate my kidney yin and yang functions. A while ago, I was told that my body had excessive coldness in the kidneys, so the practitioner prescribed a formula of S...

Can patients with kidney disease consume ginseng? Hello, I would like to inquire if a patient with kidney disease can consume Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza). The current GFR is approximately 28, and the patient is a 76-year-old male. Potassium, phosphorus, and sodium levels are a...

Is it safe to take Poria long-term? Hello, I often feel that my stool is wet and sticky after a bowel movement, and I have to wipe several times; otherwise, I experience constipation. A friend suggested that I take Poria (Fu Ling). Now, I eat a breakfast of oatmeal, milk powder, ...

Dry mouth and dry tongue? I wake up every time with dry mouth and a slightly bitter taste, and even though I have no cavities, I still have bad breath. What could be the reason for this? Thank you!

The traditional Chinese medicine clinic... does not provide a full "self-paid receipt"?! I recently visited a traditional Chinese medicine clinic and received a 14-day supply of medication. The clinic indicated that 7 days' worth of medication was covered by health...

Warm-up Qi-Boosting Tea I saw a "warming and energizing tea" on the Liberty Times, which includes the following ingredients: 5 qian of Codonopsis pilosula, 5 qian of Astragalus membranaceus, 2 qian of ginger, 3 qian of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 2 qian of Atractylodes macroce...

Pregnant woman in a car accident? Hello Doctor: Recently, my wife (who is pregnant) was involved in a bicycle accident, landing on her elbow and buttocks. She visited an obstetrician on the day of the accident, and the baby is fine. However, now that a week has passed, my wife is...

Can patients with liver disease consume reishi mushroom extract? Hello, Doctor: I have heard that drinking reishi mushroom extract (such as X-Active Reishi) can enhance resistance and boost immunity. However, I have also heard that for cancer patients, it may promote the growth o...

Schisandra berry Schisandra berry Dear Doctor: Can Schisandra be steeped in hot tea for daily consumption? What is the recommended ratio of Schisandra to tea? Is it safe for hepatitis B carriers or children to drink? Thank you!

Hair loss issues Can men with male pattern baldness use traditional Chinese medicine to slow down hair loss? What kind of medications would a doctor prescribe? What is the approximate cost of the herbal ingredients? Is long-term use necessary? Additionally, how would it work if o...

What are the benefits of aloe vera? Hello Director Lin! I am a patient with rheumatoid arthritis and osteomyelitis (post-surgery). After the surgery, my inflammatory markers remained at around 1 for six months, but after July, they increased to 2.2. Before the surgery, my markers...

Insufficient height and weight? My son is almost 4 years old and has a poor appetite and is underweight. The elders suggest using Iron Cow Yungong Powder. At what age can it be used, or do you have other recommendations for good medicine?

Can I ask the doctor if these medications can be taken together? Hello, Doctor: I have been experiencing decreased sexual function and am considering kidney tonification, but I am unsure whether I have a deficiency in Yin or Yang. I have the following symptoms: physical weakness ...

How should elevated liver enzymes be treated? Hello, doctor. My liver enzymes were recently found to be elevated, with GOT at 41 and GPT at 141. I have been taking Western medicine for a month and then switched to Chinese medicine, which I have been on for over a month now. The d...

Does skipping breakfast for a long time increase the risk of diabetes? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if skipping breakfast regularly increases the risk of developing diabetes. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, is it essential to eat breakfast? Thank you.

About Stiff Neck (Cervical Strain) Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if it is necessary to see a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for a stiff neck?

Hello, doctor. I have questions regarding hyperlipidemia and fatty liver disease? Hello, Director Lin. A few days ago, I brought my mother to your clinic for treatment. Thank you for your attentive and patient care in explaining her condition. I have browsed most of your response...