Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ - Page 9

Continuation of questions regarding Qi deficiency or Blood deficiency? Dr. Hsu: Hello, thank you very much for your patient response. I would like to ask a follow-up question regarding my long-term neck, shoulder, and back pain, which becomes severe every winter. I have tried sev...

Qi deficiency or blood deficiency Hello, I would like to ask a question. I am 155 cm tall and weigh 42 kg, working in an office setting. Due to chronic back pain, I have been taking Western painkillers for a long time. My symptoms include: my family members often say that my hand...

Sciatica Hello, doctor. My girlfriend has been experiencing symptoms of lower back pain for a while. She previously visited an orthopedic specialist, but there hasn't been much improvement. Recently, the pain has shifted to her legs, and it's severe enough that she can&...

Lower back pain! I had a car accident 4.5 years ago, resulting in a fracture of my coccyx. At that time, the doctor said it would heal on its own, so I didn't seek further treatment. Since then, I've frequently experienced lower back discomfort, which has become quite c...

Treatment of Stage III Pressure Ulcers Hello, my father has developed severe pressure ulcers due to being bedridden and unable to turn over, with two wounds reaching stage three and one at stage four. He has already undergone debridement surgery. I would like to know what traditi...

Pain in the right lower back and right leg? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing pain in my right lower back and right thigh for a month. Initially, I felt mild soreness in the upper part of my right thigh after walking for about two hours or cycling. However, after resting, th...

What are the issues related to traditional Chinese medicine treatment for high uric acid levels? Hello Dr. Lin: Due to elevated uric acid levels observed during three consecutive annual check-ups, which have been gradually increasing, I have recently started taking traditional Ch...

Slimming the abdomen? I am a postpartum mother, and my child is already 4 years old. I've lost most of the weight I needed to lose, but my lower abdomen is still quite large and won't slim down no matter what I do. Is there any way to help me reduce my lower belly? This...

Hepatitis C issues Hello Dr. Lin! Thank you for answering my questions about hepatitis C last time. However, my mother has been feeling increasingly unwell lately. Her symptoms are as follows: 1. Dry mouth and throat, no matter how much water she drinks, she still feels thirsty. ...

I want to lose weight? Hello, doctor: I would like to lose weight! Although my weight hasn't exceeded the standard value yet, I feel that if I continue like this, I might surpass it. I have tried various nutritional methods, but I still haven't been able to successfully...

Cervical osteophytes Hello Doctor: A few days ago, I visited a rehabilitation specialist due to long-standing lower back pain (I had a lumbar strain last May) and shoulder and neck discomfort. After an X-ray, it was found that I have bone spurs on cervical vertebrae C4, C5, and C...

excuse me? Hello, doctor. Last time I asked about the issue of breast fibrocystic changes, and you recommended taking Shiliuwei Liuqi Decoction. Could you please advise on the dosage? Additionally, I have another question regarding the dark circles around my eyes, which seem to a...

Nourishing My girlfriend just had surgery and is feeling very weak. I want to prepare a stew with a turtle or a chicken soup (using a leg from a mountain chicken) for her. I would like to know what medications would be suitable to pair with this, and how many days she should cont...

Medical consultation Hello Doctor: I have a breast fibrocystic lump under each armpit. Generally, I feel fine, but they tend to enlarge before and after my menstrual period. I would like to ask: 1. What is the degree of improvement with traditional Chinese medicine treatment? 2. ...

I have had a wrist sprain treated for a week, but it still hurts. Should I switch to another clinic? Hello Doctor: My wrist was sprained two weeks ago while moving a motorcycle. I received treatment at a traditional Chinese medicine clinic for a week. On the first day, I applied ...

Regarding sexual health? First of all, thank you, Dr. Lin, for your response. Regarding my condition, I have been experiencing erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation for some time. During intercourse, I often either quickly lose erection or have incomplete erections, maki...

Menstrual issues Hello, doctor. My menstrual period is often delayed, and the blood color is dark red at first, then turns bright red. It lasts for about 7 to 8 days. How can I adjust this with traditional Chinese medicine? Additionally, what drinks can I consume to promote blood...

I want to lose weight! Hello Dr. Peng, I would like to ask how much a weight loss treatment typically costs. Is it out-of-pocket or covered by health insurance? Additionally, I would like to know if acupuncture is mandatory for the treatment. Thank you!

excuse me? Is there a procedure for weight loss using thread embedding? Are thread embedding and acupuncture considered out-of-pocket expenses? How are the prices calculated?

Can a first-grade boy with myopia be treated with traditional Chinese medicine? Hello Doctor: I have a son in first grade, and a recent vision check revealed that he has myopia of 200 degrees in each eye. The doctor advised that he needs to wear glasses. He has only been wearing ...