Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ - Page 4

Young, asymptomatic primary hypertension? Hello, doctor. I am 24 years old and was diagnosed with hypertension at the age of 15. Two years ago, I was confirmed to have primary hypertension. I have undergone kidney MRI, echocardiogram, and exercise electrocardiogram, all of which ...

Acne and Hormonal Imbalance Hello, doctor. Due to my work schedule, I have developed many acne breakouts on my face. I have been trying to avoid fried and spicy foods and have been eating fruits daily to supplement my vitamins, but the acne problem is still quite severe. Is there...

Stroke occurred 15 years ago? Hello Dr. He: I am a stroke patient who has been suffering for 15 years. My stroke was caused by a hemorrhage in the brainstem, and the blood clot has since been absorbed. In the past few years, I underwent rehabilitation at a Western medicine hospit...

Poor postpartum care can lead to hand pain and discomfort? My mother did not take proper care of herself after giving birth. She handled everything on her own, overexerting herself and constantly getting her hands wet. As a result, she now experiences unbearable pain in her hands...

Numbness in the limbs after acupuncture? Hello, today I went to the hospital for acupuncture due to sciatica. The doctor inserted needles in my painful leg, as well as my lower back and upper back. However, now I feel numbness in my other three limbs. Is this normal? Can it heal ...

Dizziness for one year? I consulted a doctor about my condition. I don't feel dizzy when lying down, but I experience dizziness when walking. I feel particularly dizzy when standing still; it's not vertigo or fainting, but rather a sense of imbalance, a feeling of press...

Inquiry about the contents of the medical diagnosis report? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you some questions regarding the medical certificate. Recently, I suffered an ankle sprain, and I informed my company that I would be unable to work during that time. They requested th...

Breast cyst Hello, doctor. I recently discovered a hard lump in my chest and went for an examination. The physician informed me that it is a fibrocystic breast condition, and there are two lumps: one is about 1 cm and the other is about 2 cm. I would like to ask if daily massage ...

Breast cyst Hello doctor, I recently discovered a hard lump in my chest and after an examination, I was informed that it is a fibrocystic change with two cysts. I experience swelling and pain before my menstrual period. I would like to ask if taking traditional Chinese medicine c...

Unilateral headache Hello doctor, I have been experiencing unilateral pain in my head (specifically around the left eye) recently. Initially, I suspected it might be due to eye strain, but I later realized that the pain can occur regardless of whether I am using my eyes, such as ...

Nonspecific dizziness Hello doctor, I started experiencing dizziness in early February. During this time, I had two episodes of blood rushing to my head, but I did not experience vertigo. On March 30, I visited a doctor due to this dizziness. The doctor said it was because I was ...

Unstable sleep Frequent waking up after 2-3 hours of sleep, then falling asleep again for another 2-3 hours, and repeating this cycle every night can lead to poor daytime energy levels, pale complexion, and a yellowish tint to the skin. What over-the-counter medications, foods, o...

Regarding pain in the occipital region? Dear Dr. He, I would like to inquire about the area approximately two centimeters above the "Wangu" (完骨) and "Fengchi" (風池) acupoints on the left posterior side of the head, as well as the region between the "Ge Gu...

Does bloodletting prevent blood vessel blockage? Ten months ago, I developed deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in my right leg due to tight bandaging from an injury. After taking anticoagulants, a follow-up ultrasound two weeks later showed no embolism. However, I later experienced pain...

Questions about acupuncture? Doctor, I have a question. I have been receiving acupuncture once a week, and last week was my first session. This week, as the next acupuncture appointment approaches, the bruising has not yet faded. Can I continue with the acupuncture treatment unde...

Body misalignment? Hello, doctor. I would like to describe my symptoms. About six months ago, I started experiencing chest pain and back pain, and I have been feeling generally unwell. I have consulted both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine, but they all said ther...

Numbness in the hands and soles of the feet, along with sciatica? Hello, Dr. Chang. A month ago, I started experiencing symptoms similar to sciatica, and it has persisted until now. I have visited a few traditional Chinese medicine practitioners, but none of them could definitive...

Do I still need to continue follow-up visits even though I have recovered? Hello, Doctor: I went to a traditional Chinese medicine clinic for acupuncture due to a strain in my left hand from lifting heavy objects. I visited two different clinics, and the second one recommended se...

Nasal congestion inquiry? I have been experiencing nasal congestion every day for a long time, and sometimes I feel very weak. I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine and using ear acupuncture for about four months to treat my nasal congestion and irregular menstrual cycl...

Lower back pain issues? Hello, doctor. When I press on the left lower back area near the waist, it causes some pain in the left side of my waist. There are two painful spots (the area where I press and the area next to the left waist). Could this be a kidney issue or a muscle pro...