Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine for Post-Heart Attack Chest Discomfort
Regarding chest tightness and pain? Hello, Doctor. I have previously asked a question in the cardiology department, and now I would like to seek medical advice regarding traditional Chinese medicine. To avoid confusion in my inquiry, I will present the treatment process in order,...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Mr. Li: Hello, I am very pleased to receive your letter! Regarding myocardial infarction, you mentioned occasional sharp pain or a feeling of pressure in the center of your chest, and you are seeking advice on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). I admire your attention to detail ...[Read More] Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine for Post-Heart Attack Chest Discomfort
Does Traditional Chinese Medicine Affect Breastfeeding and Baby's Health?
Does the use of traditional Chinese medicine during breastfeeding have any effects on the baby? Hello, doctor. I have been trying to improve my health in order to conceive again due to my constitution. The traditional Chinese medicine practitioner diagnosed me with qi and blood d...
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Dear Lily, I am glad to receive your letter! The physician has prescribed Ba Zhen Tang (Eight Treasure Decoction) 10 doses, Fu Zi (Aconite) 1.5 grams, and Ai Cao (Mugwort) 1.5 grams. You are inquiring whether this will harm the child. Based on your prescription, it appears that ...[Read More] Does Traditional Chinese Medicine Affect Breastfeeding and Baby's Health?
Is It Safe to Combine Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine for Kidney Health?
Is taking medication this way good for the body and kidneys? Due to a severe brain injury from a car accident last April, my Western medicine doctor prescribed me to take Choline and Vitamin B, specifically one Vitamin B in the morning and one Choline after each meal. However, I ...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hello! I am glad to receive your letter. Regarding the question of whether taking Vitamin B, Xunli Ning, Huanglian Jiedu Pills, and Gouju Dihuang Pills together could harm the kidneys, it is important to first assess your kidney function. If your kidney function is normal, you ar...[Read More] Is It Safe to Combine Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine for Kidney Health?
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Be Safe During Early Pregnancy?
Pregnant for one month? Dear Dr. Yen, I am Xiao Xiao. Thank you very much for answering my questions a few days ago. I went to the hospital yesterday for a blood test and confirmed that I am pregnant. Regarding the prescription I inquired about last time, can I continue taking ...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Little One, I am very happy to receive your letter! First of all, congratulations! This is truly wonderful news! May all your wishes come true! Your question is excellent! After becoming pregnant, unless you experience any discomfort, I do not recommend taking any medicatio...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Be Safe During Early Pregnancy?
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Regulating Menstrual Cycle and Fertility
Using Traditional Chinese Medicine for Fertility Enhancement Hello, doctor. I have irregular menstrual cycles ranging from 30 to 50 days. Recently, I want to conceive, so I visited a nearby traditional Chinese medicine clinic. The prescribed herbal formula is as follows: Warming ...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Little One, I am very pleased to receive your letter! The main effects of this prescription are as follows: - Wenjing Decoction: Warms the uterus - Zuo Gui Wan: Nourishes kidney yin - Xiong Gui Jiao Ai Decoction: Nourishes blood and stops bleeding - Han Lian Cao: Nourishe...[Read More] Traditional Chinese Medicine for Regulating Menstrual Cycle and Fertility
Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Sciatic nerve Hello doctor, recently my mother has been frequently complaining about lower back pain. When she lies down, she feels numbness and soreness that radiates from her hips to her spine. I would like to know if this requires treatment. She works in the food service indus...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hello! I am glad to receive your message. "When my mother lies down, she feels numbness and pain starting from her lower back to her spine." This sounds like a troubling issue. The sensation of soreness and numbness is quite different; numbness is generally more severe ...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding the Risks of Traditional Chinese Medicine for Weight Loss
Weight loss issues Hello, Doctor: I went to a traditional Chinese medicine clinic to obtain weight loss medication. Here is the prescription: 1. Xiao Feng San 3.0 grams 2. Dang Gui Yin Zi 3.0 grams 3. Lian Qiao 1.0 gram 4. Chi Shao 1.0 gram 5. Chi Fu Ling 1.0 gram 6. Chan Tui 1.0...
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I'm glad to receive your letter! The most effective ingredient in this weight loss prescription is Ephedra. The pharmacological effects of Ephedra include: 1. Diaphoresis (sweating); 2. Bronchodilation; 3. Diuresis; 4. Increased blood pressure; 5. Mental stimulation, which c...[Read More] Understanding the Risks of Traditional Chinese Medicine for Weight Loss
Understanding the Connection Between Stomach Issues and Throat Discomfort
My stomach and throat feel strange? Hello, Doctor: Since around October of last year, I have been experiencing bloating due to excessive lemon water consumption and anxiety. In late October, I underwent an endoscopy, and the doctor informed me that I had inflammation and slight u...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Bai, I am glad to receive your letter! You mentioned drinking lemon water and experiencing anxiety, along with symptoms of bloating, belching, gastric inflammation, and mild ulcers. Other doctors have indicated that until the gastric issues are resolved, your throat will no...[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Stomach Issues and Throat Discomfort
Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine for Fertility Enhancement
The effects of this patch? Hello~ Recently, I have been seeing a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, but the doctor did not provide a detailed explanation of my symptoms. I was prescribed several herbal remedies: Warming the Channels Decoction (温经汤), Sang Ji Sheng (桑寄生), X...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear SS, I am glad to receive your letter! Are Wenjing Decoction, Sangjisheng, Xuduan, Yin Yang Huo, Tu Si Zi, and Danggui Shaoyao San formulas effective for enhancing fertility? Yes, these traditional Chinese medicines have a regulatory effect on the uterine environment in wome...[Read More] Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine for Fertility Enhancement
Can I Take Traditional Chinese Medicine with a Duodenal Ulcer?
Can traditional Chinese medicine for ulcers be taken indiscriminately? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask if I can take traditional Chinese medicine since I have a duodenal ulcer. My wife and I want to have a baby, but we have been trying for over a year without success. Recently,...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear HAPPY, I am glad to receive your letter! You want to know if you can take traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to regulate your body while having a duodenal ulcer and wishing to have a baby. I think this desire is very reasonable, and I wish you all the best in achieving your...[Read More] Can I Take Traditional Chinese Medicine with a Duodenal Ulcer?
Understanding Persistent Lower Abdominal Pain: A Case Study in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Persistent pain in the lower abdominal bladder area? Hello Dr. Yan! I would like to ask you a question. At the beginning of September, I suspected I had a urinary tract infection. All tests from Western medicine were normal, with no pathogenic bacteria found, but I still experien...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hello! From your statement, I can sense your worries and helplessness. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can help improve your condition but may not completely eliminate it, while Western medicine is effective but has not yet provided a definitive diagnosis. You may be concerned...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Lower Abdominal Pain: A Case Study in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches to Weight Loss
Weight loss issues Hello: 1. How does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnose obesity patients? Can pulse diagnosis determine the type of obesity? 2. If one only takes Chinese herbal medicine, will it be effective? Are there medications that target specific areas? I've a...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Mr./Ms. Lai, I am pleased to receive your letter! 1. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the diagnosis of obesity is based on the four diagnostic methods: observation, listening, inquiry, and pulse-taking. Pulse-taking is just one part of the "palpation" metho...[Read More] Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches to Weight Loss
Should You Wait for Western Medicine Results Before Trying Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Please ask again? Hello: 1. I have already seen a Western medicine doctor, but I have to wait until the end of next month for the ultrasound examination to know the test results. Should I wait for the results before considering treatment with Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Mr. Lai, I am glad to receive your letter! I agree with your opinion. Let's wait for the results of the Western medicine diagnosis before considering Traditional Chinese Medicine. This is my response to you. Wishing you all the best! Sincerely, Yen Su-Mei Departme...[Read More] Should You Wait for Western Medicine Results Before Trying Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Elevated Liver Enzymes?
Elevated liver enzymes? Is it possible for traditional Chinese medicine to treat elevated liver enzymes?
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Mr. Lai, I am pleased to receive your letter! You inquired about whether Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can treat elevated liver enzymes. My opinion is that if liver enzyme levels are elevated, it is important to first consult a Western medicine specialist in hepatology...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Elevated Liver Enzymes?
Managing Urinary Incontinence After Prostate Surgery: A Guide
Post-operative complications of prostate surgery? Hello Dr. Yan: My father is over seventy years old and underwent a partial prostatectomy due to benign prostatic hyperplasia. However, after the surgery, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He is currently experiencing urinary ...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hello Tom! I am glad to see your letter. From the statements in your message, I can sense your concern about your father's urinary incontinence. Generally, post-operative urinary incontinence tends to improve gradually within six months to a year. Your father's attendin...[Read More] Managing Urinary Incontinence After Prostate Surgery: A Guide
Herbal Remedies in Traditional Chinese Medicine for Emotional Stability
Please ask your question? Hello Dr. Yan, may I ask if Traditional Chinese Medicine has any medications for stabilizing emotions? For example, if someone is more prone to anger or depression than others, experiencing frequent emotional fluctuations, in addition to cognitive therap...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear IC, I am glad to receive your letter! It seems that you are experiencing emotional fluctuations, which may indicate that something is troubling you. Until the issue is resolved or your emotions are processed, it can be quite challenging to eliminate this instability. Having...[Read More] Herbal Remedies in Traditional Chinese Medicine for Emotional Stability
Understanding Top of Head Pain: Causes and Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Crown headache Due to long working hours, I am experiencing significant stress, insufficient sleep, and severe insomnia, which has led to mental fatigue and a state of confusion. Every morning, I wake up with stiffness and soreness in my shoulders and neck, and there is intense p...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear A-Pei, Thank you for your hard work. From your description, it is clear that you are a dedicated employee under a lot of stress. Such a lifestyle can lead to various aches and pains, or even a multitude of health issues. For the soreness, you might consider visiting a tradi...[Read More] Understanding Top of Head Pain: Causes and Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Managing Kidney Stones: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Daily Management for Patients with Kidney Stones Hello, doctor. I often see your kind responses online, and I would like to ask you some questions. Two weeks ago, I underwent extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, and the results were quite good; a one-centimeter stone has indeed...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Ms. Chen, I am pleased to receive your letter! Your questions are regarding lower back pain, frequent urination, a history of diabetes, and the reasons for kidney stones. The persistence of lower back pain and frequent urination after the removal of the stones indicates tha...[Read More] Managing Kidney Stones: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Do Psychiatric Medications Affect Physical Health? A Patient's Dilemma
Do psychiatric medications affect physical health? Hello, doctor: I previously inquired about some symptoms and sought treatment from a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. However, the practitioner advised me that my symptoms were related to taking too many medications and...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Xiao Zhuan, I am glad to receive your letter! The Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) physician you consulted believes that your insomnia can be managed with just sleeping pills, and that other medications should be stopped or reduced by half. However, the psychiatrist state...[Read More] Do Psychiatric Medications Affect Physical Health? A Patient's Dilemma
Is Natural Pollen Safe for Toddlers? Benefits and Long-Term Use Explained
Natural pollen I have heard beekeepers say that consuming natural pollen is very beneficial for the body. I would like to ask a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner: 1. Can a 1-year-and-1-month-old child consume natural pollen? 2. What are the health benefits of natural poll...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear AVN, I am pleased to receive your letter! Natural pollen, also known as bee pollen, contains various essential amino acids, unsaturated fatty acids, flavonoids, and polysaccharides, which are active substances that possess antioxidant properties, help lower cholesterol, enh...[Read More] Is Natural Pollen Safe for Toddlers? Benefits and Long-Term Use Explained