Dizziness, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ

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:
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...

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...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
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...

Understanding Dizziness: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help

I would like to inquire about information related to dizziness. Thank you, doctor? About two years ago (if I remember the timing correctly), I experienced dizziness where everything seemed to spin. I went to the Veterans General Hospital to see a doctor, who performed the Epley m...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Ben, Thank you for your letter. For your question, you can refer to the article "Dizziness: A Distressing Condition" from the National Health Foundation, available at: http://www.twhealth.org.tw/index.php?option=com_zoo&task=item&item_id=395&Itemid=20....

Understanding Year-Long Dizziness: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

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...

Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello Alvin, Have you undergone an examination by a neurologist? Prior to experiencing discomfort, were there any incidents of trauma or changes in your lifestyle? It is important to rule out trauma (both recent and past), vertigo (such as Meniere's disease, which falls un...

Can Poor Blood Circulation Cause Dizziness? Exploring Remedies and Solutions

Poor blood circulation can indeed lead to dizziness? Doctor, I have poor blood circulation, which often causes dizziness (I feel my eyelids are heavy, and I just finished my menstrual period; could this also affect my dizziness?). Can drinking ginseng and goji berry water help wi...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Ms. Lin, Experiencing dizziness right after your menstrual period can occur due to the loss of blood during menstruation, which may leave your body in need of time to recover. This dizziness typically improves a few days after your period ends. Engaging in a 15-minute walk ...

Understanding the Connection Between Menstrual and Gastrointestinal Issues

Menstrual issues and gastrointestinal problems? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing an increased heart rate after meals. Is this a normal condition? Currently, I am on my menstrual period, and I also have symptoms of dizziness and headaches. Previously, when I had my pulse che...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear netizens, After meals, an increase in heart rate is a normal condition. During menstruation, due to the loss of some blood volume, symptoms such as dizziness and headaches may occur, but these will return to normal after the menstrual period ends. It is advisable to supple...

Understanding Non-Specific Dizziness: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

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 ...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Alvin, Feeling dizzy and heavy-headed is truly distressing. Your MRI findings indicate mild narrowing of the blood vessels in the right hemisphere of the brain. When you experience emotional stress, you also report numbness in your scalp, left hand, and both cheeks, as well...

Can Sour Jujube Seed Help Heart Disease Patients with Sleep Issues?

Regarding sour jujube seed? Dear Dr. Yang, Can a patient with coronary heart disease take sour jujube seed, which is made from scientific traditional Chinese medicine, for poor sleep? My traditional Chinese medicine doctor originally prescribed vine of the night but it caused d...

Dr. Yang Junkui Reply:
Sour jujube seed and spatholobus stem can be used for coronary heart disease, as long as the diagnosis and treatment are appropriate. Of course, they should be combined with other medications to achieve the goal of adjusting the constitution. Please return for a follow-up and con...

Managing Severe Menstrual Pain: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

Chronic dysmenorrhea Since I was young, my menstrual periods have been extremely painful, causing vomiting, diarrhea, cold sweats, and dizziness, to the point where I feel like I want to die. I often can't do anything and sometimes the pain is so severe that I can't sle...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Netizen Matcha: How to manage menstrual pain effectively. My suggestion is: in addition to seeking help from both traditional Chinese and Western medicine practitioners, refrain from consuming any cold foods, such as cold fruits, cold beverages, cold salads, and cold jelly, ...

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Replace Western Drugs for Heart Issues?

Can traditional Chinese medicine replace Western medicine (Concor)? Hello Dr. Yang, Three years ago, I experienced a rupture of the chordae tendineae of my mitral valve, which caused severe regurgitation in the left ventricle and left atrium. I underwent minimally invasive cardi...

Dr. Yang Junkui Reply:
Traditional Chinese medicine cannot replace the effects of Concor, but it can enhance the repair of heart valves and reduce blood regurgitation. It is recommended to combine both Western and Chinese medicine treatments, but they should be taken 2 hours apart to strengthen the rep...

Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: A Holistic Approach to Your Symptoms

Dizziness and vomiting? Hello Doctor, I have been feeling unwell since the end of August, experiencing chest tightness and nausea. I consulted a gastroenterologist who diagnosed me with acute gastroenteritis, but the medication did not help. Since then, I have seen a pulmonologis...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear netizens: Dizziness and vomiting can indeed be very uncomfortable. My suggestions are as follows: First, temporarily stop taking multivitamins to see if there is any improvement (multivitamins may not be suitable for everyone's gastrointestinal system). Second, please c...

Can I Still Grow Taller? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

Height growth issues Hello, doctor. I am currently a high school sophomore, and my height is under 165 cm. I would like to ask if I still have a chance to grow taller. I have been playing basketball since I was young, spending almost 1-2 hours playing every day, and I usually go ...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
1. You are currently a sophomore in high school, standing at 165 cm tall. I have been playing basketball since childhood, spending almost 1-2 hours daily on the court, and I usually go to bed before 11 PM; before middle school, I would sleep even before 10 PM. In terms of diet, I...

Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western Treatments for Stroke Recovery

Combined Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Treatment for Father Hello Doctor: My father is 73 years old and had a hemorrhagic stroke over ten years ago. In recent years, he has experienced several minor strokes, with one confirmed case of thalamic occlusive stroke. He has ...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear An-An / 45 / 1 netizen, Hello. 1. I apologize for the delayed response as I just returned from abroad. The clinical issues you raised involve multiple organ conditions and the combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Western medicine, making the situation qui...

Can Ba Zhen Tang Affect Breastfeeding? A Guide for New Moms

Eight-Treasure Soup for Nursing Mothers Hello doctor, I recently visited a traditional Chinese medicine doctor who said that I have insufficient Qi and blood. They prescribed me Ba Zhen Tang and mugwort, but I am currently breastfeeding. I've heard that Ba Zhen Tang, which c...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Xuanxuan's Mom / 35 / Online User, Hello, 1. The earliest recorded mention of the traditional Chinese medicine Ba Zhen Tang (Eight Treasures Decoction) can be found in "Zheng Ti Lei Yao." Ba Zhen Tang is composed of Si Jun Zi Tang (Four Gentlemen Decoction)...

Understanding Dry Mouth and Bad Breath: Causes and Solutions

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!

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Yuer online friend, Every time you wake up, you experience dry mouth and a slightly bitter taste, and although you do not have cavities, you suffer from bad breath. The cause is likely due to internal heat in your organs. I frequently encounter patients with similar symptom...

How to Improve Yellowish Skin Tone for a Healthier Appearance?

How to improve yellowing of the skin? Hello, doctor: Is there a way to change the yellowish skin tone? It's that unhealthy-looking yellowish-brown color. People can tell at a glance that I'm not fair, but I'm not dark either; it resembles a sallow complexion, and I...

Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Dear Sina: Regarding your concern about a yellowish and dark complexion, it is important to first rule out liver issues. If you do not experience fatigue, poor appetite, yellowing of the sclera, or elevated liver function tests, it is more likely to be a case of blood deficiency....

Understanding Si Wu Decoction: Answers to Common TCM Questions

The issue of Si Wu Decoction? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. Irregular menstruation with light flow, occurring every other month, and no vaginal discharge—what does this indicate? What should I do about it? 2. Is Si Wu Tang (Four Substance Decoct...

Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello Guinger: First, let me provide you with some concepts for your reference. The timing of taking Chinese medicine must be determined by one's constitution; there is no definitive standard answer. Taking Si Wu Tang as an example, its components include Dong Quai, Rehmanni...

Can These Traditional Chinese Medicines Be Taken Together Safely?

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 ...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear User, 1. Due to symptoms of physical weakness, leg weakness, severe tinnitus, frequent dizziness, benign prostatic hyperplasia, bitter mouth, dry mouth, and foamy, cloudy urine, this indicates kidney yin deficiency. 2. You may consider taking Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan, Ji Sheng ...

Understanding High Blood Pressure Symptoms and Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions

Symptoms of high blood pressure? Hello Doctor: The day before yesterday, when I woke up in the morning, I suddenly felt dizzy and had weakness in my legs. My head felt swollen, painful, and hot. It felt different. Therefore, I measured my blood pressure and it was surprisingly 17...

Dr. Yang Junkui Reply:
1. After eating, if you experience cramping sensations in the stomach, it may not necessarily be related to high blood pressure; sometimes it can be caused by consuming foods that are considered cold in nature. 2. Additionally, if you have taken antihypertensive medication and y...

Post-Heart Surgery: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Options

Hello, doctor. I have questions regarding post-operative care after heart surgery? Hello, doctor. In the past, I had a problem with arrhythmia, and Western medicine diagnosed it as ventricular tachycardia (VT). Over the past year, the condition has worsened, with frequent episode...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Mr. Huang, I am pleased to receive your letter! You have described your issue very clearly, and I hope Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help address the problems that Western medicine has been unable to resolve. After undergoing catheter ablation for abnormal electric...

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