Consulting Traditional Chinese Medicine: Safety of Herbal Prescriptions
Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation Hello Dr. Yan: I would like to ask about a Chinese medicine prescription I received, which includes the following: Xiao Yao San 4g, Yan Hu Suo 1.5g, Sha Ren 1.5g, Ping Wei San 3g, Chai Hu Shu Gan Tang 3g, and Chuan Lian Zi 1g (daily dosag...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Melon: Thank you for your letter. Fructus Meliae (Chuan Lian Zi) has mild toxicity, primarily hepatotoxicity. It is recommended for short-term use, not exceeding one month. If you have any concerns, please ask your traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to adjust your pre...[Read More] Consulting Traditional Chinese Medicine: Safety of Herbal Prescriptions
Boosting Immunity: Tips for Frequent Colds and Allergies
I have been frequently catching colds over the past year? Hello Doctor: Over the past year, I have been experiencing monthly episodes of colds, including symptoms such as runny nose, sore throat, hoarseness, post-nasal drip, and coughing. I feel that my immune system has weakened...
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Dear online friend Xiangxiang, Thank you for your letter. Recently, I have noticed a decline in my immune system and am looking for simple ways to boost my immunity. While the methods are straightforward, putting them into practice can be challenging. Engage in regular exercise,...[Read More] Boosting Immunity: Tips for Frequent Colds and Allergies
Managing Genital Pain: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help?
Genital pain I have been experiencing genital pain for two months and have not had any sexual intercourse. This is the first time I have encountered such symptoms, and I have not had any previous issues with genital infections. I visited a gynecologist and was prescribed antibiot...
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Dear Anonymous User, Thank you for your message. It is acceptable to take traditional Chinese medicine if you are feeling unwell from antibiotics. Symptoms such as frequent urination, redness at the urethral opening, painful urination, lower abdominal pain, and sometimes lower b...[Read More] Managing Genital Pain: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help?
Can You Continue Taking Borage or Evening Primrose with Uterine Fibroids?
Can I continue to eat this? Hello, doctor: May I ask if it is safe to continue taking borage or evening primrose oil if I have uterine fibroids? Thank you.
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear online friend, Thank you for your message. Both borage and evening primrose have anti-inflammatory properties and anticoagulant effects. When uterine fibroids cause excessive menstrual bleeding, the dosage of these two supplements should be reduced. Wishing you health and ...[Read More] Can You Continue Taking Borage or Evening Primrose with Uterine Fibroids?
Herbal Remedies for Managing Elevated Eye Pressure: Tips and Benefits
Daily Herbal Health Care for Elevated Intraocular Pressure Hello, doctor. I have elevated intraocular pressure, around 20 mmHg, and I am actively following up with an ophthalmologist. The doctor advised me to stop using eye drops for a year before returning for a check-up. I am c...
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Dear online friend Ah Zheng, Thank you for your letter. Your intraocular pressure is elevated, and you are considering using Astragalus and Cassia Seed for eye care. While this is a feasible approach, to determine the best way to consume them and whether additional herbs are nee...[Read More] Herbal Remedies for Managing Elevated Eye Pressure: Tips and Benefits
Understanding Changing Symptoms During Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment
The symptoms change continuously while taking traditional Chinese medicine? Hello Doctor, I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for two weeks due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and allergic rhinitis. During my first visit, the doctor focused on my gastric iss...
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Dear Green Tea, Thank you for your letter. Your gastroesophageal reflux has significantly improved with medication, but you later developed a cough. After taking cough medicine, your cough has lessened, with the remaining symptoms being more pronounced when lying down, indicatin...[Read More] Understanding Changing Symptoms During Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment
Understanding Involuntary Muscle Twitches: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Involuntary muscle twitching? Hello doctor, five years ago I underwent surgery for scoliosis, and a year later I started experiencing muscle twitching in my back. Until now, my entire back has been twisting. I have seen Western doctors and even stayed in the hospital for examinat...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Emily, Thank you for your letter. For your question, please refer to the following link: http://cht.a-hospital.com/w/%E8%82%8C%E8%82%89%E8%B7%B3%E5%8A%A8. You have clearly explained the causes of the symptoms you are experiencing. As the saying goes, "Know yourself and...[Read More] Understanding Involuntary Muscle Twitches: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Will Chinese Herbal Medicine Affect My Menstrual Cycle?
Menstrual issues Hello doctor, I am undergoing treatment with traditional Chinese medicine for some health issues. I informed my doctor that my menstrual period started, but when I got home and checked the prescription, I found that it included 7 grams each of Huanglian (Coptis c...
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Dear online friend Green Tea: Taking traditional Chinese medicine containing 7 grams each of Huang Lian and Huang Qin for other health conditions (for a 7-day course) will not cause permanent amenorrhea; however, it may affect the volume of this menstrual cycle. Wishing you peace...[Read More] Will Chinese Herbal Medicine Affect My Menstrual Cycle?
Understanding the Side Effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Focus on Wood Fragrance Betel Nut Pills
Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation Hello Dr. Yan, I have been experiencing abdominal and lower back distension and pain recently, so I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. The doctor prescribed a medication called Mu Xiang Bing Lang Wan, which contains ...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Anonymous User, Thank you for your message. The Mu Xiang Bing Lang Wan is composed of Mu Xiang (Aucklandia), Bing Lang (Areca nut), Qing Pi (Green tangerine peel), Chen Pi (Dried tangerine peel), E Zhu (Curcuma), Huang Lian (Coptis), Huang Bai (Phellodendron), Da Huang (Rhu...[Read More] Understanding the Side Effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Focus on Wood Fragrance Betel Nut Pills
Understanding Abdominal Distension and Hormonal Imbalance in TCM
Endocrine issues and abdominal problems? Hello doctor, I am not pregnant, but I have been feeling a bulging sensation in my lower abdomen. I found information online suggesting that it could be due to a cold uterus. Is this correct? Can traditional Chinese medicine help improve t...
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Dear online friend yr: Thank you for your message. A cold uterus can be treated with traditional Chinese medicine. The presence of a small amount of brown discharge on the eighth day of your menstrual cycle is a signal from your body. When your menstrual period is prolonged, it i...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Distension and Hormonal Imbalance in TCM
Understanding Dry Mouth and Tongue Coating: Causes and Remedies
Dry mouth with coated tongue? Hello, doctor. This month, I have been experiencing symptoms of dry mouth, occurring at no specific times, about a few times a week. The main issue is a dry tongue, and the more I pay attention to it, the drier it feels (I tend to scrape off the tong...
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Dear Anonymous User, Thank you for your message. Experiencing dry mouth at unspecified times indicates that your body is sending you some signals. First, observe the relationship between dry mouth and the types of late-night snacks you consume, as well as your late sleeping habi...[Read More] Understanding Dry Mouth and Tongue Coating: Causes and Remedies
Can Musk Help Unblock Carotid Arteries? Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine
Can musk clear blocked carotid arteries? Hello, Dr. Yan. My mother had a minor stroke at the end of October and has recovered after medical treatment. However, she seems to rely on medication for peace of mind, as there are no other options. An MRI showed that her right carotid a...
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Dear online friend, Thank you for your letter. Musk is aromatic and has the ability to promote circulation and alleviate blood stasis, as well as to open up the meridians. The effects of musk are similar to those of Western medicine's blood circulation medications. In Tradi...[Read More] Can Musk Help Unblock Carotid Arteries? Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine
Safe Herbal Remedies for Cough During Early Pregnancy: A Guide
Medication inquiries during the tenth week of pregnancy? Hello, Doctor: I am currently 35 years old and I am 10 weeks and 4 days pregnant as of today. Due to a prolonged cough from a cold, my obstetrician has advised me against taking Western medicine at this stage (stating that ...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear online friend Xiaofu, Thank you for your letter. The herbal remedies such as Orange Peel Bamboo Pith Soup, Modified Ning Sou Pills, and Ma Xing Gan Shi Decoction are all considered mild traditional Chinese medicines. If there are symptoms present, they can be taken; however...[Read More] Safe Herbal Remedies for Cough During Early Pregnancy: A Guide
Understanding the Effects of Excessive Masturbation on Health: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
Excessive masturbation issues? Hello, Doctor: I have had a habit of masturbation for a long time, and recently I suddenly started feeling dizzy (not to the extent that it affects my daily life) and experiencing discomfort in my eyes, which feel swollen. These two symptoms seem to...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear Anonymous User, Thank you for your message. Symptoms of kidney qi deficiency include hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness, weakness in the lower back and knees, and nocturia. Other signs may include premature ejaculation, a pale tongue with a white coating, and a thin, weak pu...[Read More] Understanding the Effects of Excessive Masturbation on Health: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
Preventing Recurrence of Varicocele: The Role of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Prevention of recurrent varicocele? Hello Doctor: I am currently suffering from varicocele and may undergo surgery, so I would like to ask if I can utilize traditional Chinese medicine after the surgery to prevent the recurrence of varicocele?
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear netizen Cang Hai Yi Sheng Xiao: Thank you for your letter. To prevent the recurrence of varicocele, we recommend Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapies. TCM treatment is tailored to your body's condition of yin and yang, deficiency and excess, prescribing correspo...[Read More] Preventing Recurrence of Varicocele: The Role of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Qi and Blood Deficiency: Causes and Symptoms Explained
What causes Qi and blood deficiency? Hello, Dr. Yan. 1. In recent years, every winter, I feel discomfort on my forehead even after drinking a glass of plain water. I can't quite describe the sensation, but it feels somewhat like a combination of dizziness and numbness, tho...
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Dear online friend, Slim Cat: Why does Qi and blood deficiency occur? Qi is a type of energy and vitality that circulates within the human body, responsible for promoting the functional activities of the organs and nourishing the five zang organs and six fu organs while resisting...[Read More] Understanding Qi and Blood Deficiency: Causes and Symptoms Explained
Can I Continue Taking Herbal Medicine After Stopping Bleeding?
Is the bleeding stopped? Can I continue to take it? Hello, Dr. Yan. I am 48 years old. Recently, my menstrual period lasted for over ten days with continuous spotting. I consulted a gynecologist who administered progesterone, indicating it would help regulate my cycle, and indeed...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear online friend, Thank you for your letter. Regarding the issue of menstruation returning a day after receiving a progesterone injection, this should be discussed with your original obstetrician-gynecologist. Since your menstrual flow has cleared, you can continue taking the ...[Read More] Can I Continue Taking Herbal Medicine After Stopping Bleeding?
How to Alleviate Head Heat and Pain: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Physical issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been feeling a bit of warmth in my head, but I don't have a fever. Occasionally, I experience slight headaches. Could you please advise me on how to improve this? Thank you.
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear online friend Grace: If you feel a throbbing sensation in your head, you can take a warm shower, then dress warmly and get some rest for the night. If there is no improvement, it would be advisable to see a doctor. Wishing you health and safety! Sincerely, Yen Su-Mei, Depart...[Read More] How to Alleviate Head Heat and Pain: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Affect Menstrual Flow?
Traditional Chinese Medicine Issues Hello doctor, I would like to ask if the following could cause a decrease in menstrual flow? Banxia Xiexin Decoction 4.0g, Danggui Shaoyao Decoction 4.0g, Qibao Meiranzidan 3.5g, Bai Zi Ren 0.5g, She Chuang Zi 0.5g, Miao Gu Xiao 0.5g, Bai Guo 0...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear anonymous user: Among these medications, the bitter and cold herbs Huangqin (Scutellaria baicalensis) and Huanglian (Coptis chinensis) in Banxia Xinxin Decoction may have anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effects, which could potentially reduce menstrual flow. However, Dangg...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Affect Menstrual Flow?
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Affect Hyperventilation Symptoms?
Could the use of the following traditional Chinese medicine affect the symptoms of hyperventilation? I have experienced several episodes of hyperventilation recently (which has never happened before). I later consulted a pulmonologist and was prescribed medication to adjust my re...
Dr. Yan Sumei reply Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dear anonymous user: These Chinese herbal medicines are not documented in traditional texts as causing hyperventilation. However, if you have concerns about these herbs, it is advisable to temporarily refrain from taking them and observe for a while to see if your hyperventilatio...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Affect Hyperventilation Symptoms?