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Managing Herbal Medicine and Drug Interactions for Eye Health

Drug interactions Hello doctor, I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for almost four months, primarily to regulate my polycystic ovary syndrome, irregular menstruation, hair loss, and retinal ischemia with floaters. My hair loss has significantly improved, but my menst...


Dr. Zhang Chunfang Reply:
Taking nutritional supplements in moderation, using your eyes appropriately, and practicing eye movements such as blinking and relaxing the eye muscles can enhance blood circulation. Chiayi Hospital cares about your health!

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Understanding Drug Interactions and Herbal Medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Drug interactions and issues with traditional Chinese medicine? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you the following questions: Currently, my prescription (after each meal, one dose, scientific traditional Chinese medicine) includes: Jiawei Xiaoyao San 2.5g + Chishao 0.5g + Gancao...


Dr. Zhang Chunfang Reply:
Dried ginger has a slightly spicy flavor. You can consult with a traditional Chinese medicine physician for reassurance and peace of mind. Chiayi Hospital's Traditional Chinese Medicine Department cares about your health.

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Potential Interactions Between Traditional Chinese Medicine and Antifungal Medications

Gastrointestinal discomfort? Hello, doctor. If I am currently taking oral antifungal medication but have gastrointestinal issues and consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who prescribed a formula containing Wu Zhu Yu Decoction, cinnamon, dried ginger, sand ginger,...


Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear User Wu / 25 years old / Female, If you are currently taking oral antifungal medication but are experiencing gastrointestinal issues and have consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who prescribed Wu Zhu Yu Decoction, cinnamon, dried ginger, sand ginger, and m...

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Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine for Erectile Dysfunction: Safety and Efficacy

Regarding medication issues? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask if there is any therapeutic effect from taking Traditional Chinese Medicine for erectile dysfunction, specifically the formula containing cinnamon, anemarrhena, phellodendron, and sour jujube seed. If I am also takin...


Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Hello, first of all, I encourage your concern for health. I would like to remind you that there are significant individual differences in body constitution. Even for the same sexual function issues, the treatments may vary. For example, some individuals may have insufficient kidn...

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Post-Embolism Care

Post-embolization Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment Methods Dear Doctor, two months ago I had a deep vein thrombosis in my calf. A month ago, an ultrasound showed no signs of a clot. However, every day after I get up, my calf gradually becomes stiff for about two hours. The ...


Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear online friend Xiao Zhao: After getting up, if your calves gradually become stiff after 2 hours, it could be a sign of thrombosis. Elevating your legs and wearing compression stockings are appropriate recommendations. You can also consider traditional Chinese medicine treatme...

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