Does Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Promote Cartilage Growth for Knee Osteoarthritis?
Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Hello: I have been diagnosed by a physician with patellar chondromalacia (the cartilage in my knee is unevenly thick and thin, and I have valgus deformity). I am currently undergoing treatment, and my condition has improved significantly. However, I have heard...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Your question: The response is as follows: 1. You have chondromalacia patellae (the cartilage in the knee is unevenly thick, with a valgus deformity), and you are currently undergoing treatment, which has improved significantly. Taking Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao may increase the chances...[Read More] Does Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Promote Cartilage Growth for Knee Osteoarthritis?
Impact of Herbal Prescription Changes on Health: A Patient's Experience
The impact of prescription types on the human body? Hello Director Lin, I would like to ask a question regarding traditional Chinese medicine. I have been experiencing autonomic nervous system dysfunction accompanied by panic disorder, and I am currently receiving treatment at Hu...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Confused Netizen, 1. Based on your initial correspondence, your symptoms primarily indicate "autonomic nervous system dysfunction complicated by panic disorder." You seem to experience a lot of insecurity and panic in daily life, along with symptoms such as insomn...[Read More] Impact of Herbal Prescription Changes on Health: A Patient's Experience
Height Growth Tips for 19-Year-Olds: Myths and Facts
19 years old... techniques for increasing height? I am nineteen years old and every day when I enter the classroom, I am mocked for being short. I can no longer endure this. Doctor, I weigh 61 kg and am 166 cm tall. I heard that doing pull-ups can help with height? I can do 20 pu...
Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Hello! Your age should still be within a range that allows for adjustment. Height is influenced by genetic factors as well as environmental factors, so a comprehensive evaluation is necessary to determine the reasons for not growing taller. There are some traditional Chinese medi...[Read More] Height Growth Tips for 19-Year-Olds: Myths and Facts
Balancing Body Temperature: Seeking Solutions for Persistent Skin Issues
Constitution [Issue] Hello, Doctor: My body has an imbalance of hot and cold. If I consume tonifying or heating foods, I immediately develop painful large pimples on my scalp. If I eat too many cold or cooling foods, I break out in hives and experience severe itching all over my ...
Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Hello, Xiaoyun: Each person's constitution cannot be simply categorized as cold or hot; it is usually the result of years of accumulation. Adjusting your condition through medication requires considerable patience. I suggest starting with dietary adjustments and emotional re...[Read More] Balancing Body Temperature: Seeking Solutions for Persistent Skin Issues
Understanding Excess Heat and Bad Breath: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Excessive heat in the body accompanied by halitosis? In recent months, my mother has been experiencing a lot of anger and has bad breath. The reishi mushroom soup recommended by the traditional Chinese medicine shop has not been effective. What could be the cause of her anger? Wh...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
There are many causes of halitosis, such as dental caries, oral ulcers, liver disease, and cancer. It is important to first rule out these organic diseases. If it is a case of simple halitosis, in my clinical experience, using traditional Chinese medicine that clears heat, detoxi...[Read More] Understanding Excess Heat and Bad Breath: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Understanding Sanfu Patches: Benefits for Allergies and Asthma Treatment
Sanfu Plaster Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you, what is Sanfu plaster? Can it improve allergic constitution or asthma? Also, what is the duration of the treatment? Thank you!
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
This involves applying traditional Chinese medicine on the back during the high temperatures of summer to treat allergic constitution, conducted three times a year in July and August for three consecutive years.[Read More] Understanding Sanfu Patches: Benefits for Allergies and Asthma Treatment
Managing Pregnancy-Related Dermatitis: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Preeclampsia rash during pregnancy Hello, I am currently 35 weeks pregnant, 39 years old, and this is my first pregnancy. Last week, I started developing a small red rash on my abdomen, which I initially didn't think much of. However, the next day it spread and became itchie...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
1. A woman who is 35 weeks pregnant and nearing delivery, especially if it is her first pregnancy, may experience skin rashes due to various reasons. These can include fetal excretion or maternal-fetal reactions leading to "toxic heat," which can cause skin rashes. Some...[Read More] Managing Pregnancy-Related Dermatitis: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Understanding Fibrocystic Changes: Questions on Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Medical consultation Hello Doctor: I would like to ask: I am 33 years old and unmarried. Five years ago, I discovered a breast fibrocystic mass under my right armpit. I only experience swelling and discomfort during my menstrual cycle, and this year I noticed something that appea...
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun Reply:
Hello: According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, individuals who are prone to developing hard lumps in the chest and axillary area generally have stagnation of liver qi, which is often caused by significant emotional stress that they are unable or unwilling to expre...[Read More] Understanding Fibrocystic Changes: Questions on Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Managing Alcoholic Skin: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Alcoholic skin. Traditional Chinese medicine maintenance and treatment issues? I have been a carrier of hepatitis B and have been struggling with seborrheic dermatitis for nearly five years. I have not received treatment from either Western or traditional Chinese medicine; I have...
Dr. Wang Ruomei Reply:
Hello, Xiao Hai: Rosacea is a skin condition that appears as a pinkish-red rash. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it is mentioned that "the sun governs the skin externally and the chest internally; the sun is the guiding principle of the body." Here, "the sun...[Read More] Managing Alcoholic Skin: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
The Benefits of Si Wu Decoction for Women's Health During Menstruation
Si Wu Decoction Hello: I've heard that girls should drink Si Wu Tang (Four Substance Decoction) before and after their menstrual period. Why is that? What are its benefits? How many days before and after menstruation should it be taken? Thank you for your response.
Dr. Wang Ruomei Reply:
Hello, Miss Huang: There has been a longstanding folk custom of taking "Si Wu Tang" (Four Substance Decoction) before and after menstruation, which is not documented in any traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) pharmacopoeia. Here is my explanation: First, it is important ...[Read More] The Benefits of Si Wu Decoction for Women's Health During Menstruation
Understanding Coughing: Is It Hyperventilation or Asthma?
Is it hyperventilation or asthma? Hello Dr. Lin, I am someone who often coughs. Whenever my breathing feels a bit off, I start to cough. I have a lot of phlegm, which is almost clear, and it often gets stuck in my throat, making it hard to expel. Even when I manage to cough it ou...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear zero/0/23 user, (1) Your severe allergic rhinitis may be causing you to frequently choke while eating, along with issues such as phlegm in the throat, nasal congestion, and nasal discharge. This could be due to chronic rhinitis (allergic rhinitis) leading to post-nasal drip...[Read More] Understanding Coughing: Is It Hyperventilation or Asthma?
Menstruation Delay at 16: Dietary Tips and Lifestyle Advice
Continued: Menstruation has not started by the age of 16? Hello Dr. Peng, I previously inquired about my sister, who is now 16 years old but has not yet started her menstrual period. I have received your detailed response. However, I have more questions: In my sister's situa...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
In principle, one should avoid staying up late and aim to sleep before 11 PM. It is advisable to limit the intake of fruits and cold foods, and to prefer cooked meals.[Read More] Menstruation Delay at 16: Dietary Tips and Lifestyle Advice
Understanding Delayed Menstruation at 16: Causes and Solutions
Menstruation has not started by the age of 16? Here are the questions I asked for my sister: My sister is now 16 years old, but she hasn't gotten her period yet. Is there something wrong? What are the possible solutions? Is it necessary to take progesterone? Additionally, wh...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
It is recommended to first visit a Western medicine obstetrics and gynecology specialist for a detailed examination to check for any issues with the fallopian tubes. If no problems are found, it may be functional. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this is considered a deficiency o...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation at 16: Causes and Solutions
Managing Excessive Yang Fire: Herbal Remedies and Dietary Tips
Excessive Yang Heat If you frequently experience headaches, dizziness, and fatigue, and a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner has diagnosed you with excessive Yang fire, there are several ways to nourish your body. For dietary recommendations, you can consume foods ...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
If there is excessive internal heat, one can take American ginseng, stone pillar ginseng, or Korean white ginseng, which are nourishing yet not overly warming. If consuming these ginsengs leads to symptoms like dry mouth or bitter taste, it indicates excessive heat. In such cases...[Read More] Managing Excessive Yang Fire: Herbal Remedies and Dietary Tips
Understanding Menopause: Distinguishing Early and Late Stages and Their Symptoms
Menopause Hello, doctor. My mother is currently going through menopause, and I've heard that there are different stages of menopause. Could you please explain how to distinguish between these stages and what symptoms may occur in each? Thank you.
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
1. During the five years following the cessation of menstruation, symptoms commonly referred to as menopausal disorders, such as hot flashes, night sweats, palpitations, insomnia, and anxiety, are more likely to occur. 2. After the age of 60, when ovarian function has declined to...[Read More] Understanding Menopause: Distinguishing Early and Late Stages and Their Symptoms
Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Rosacea and Seborrheic Dermatitis
Patients with seborrheic dermatitis and rosacea? Hello, Doctor: I have rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis. I have seen a Western doctor for nearly a year without improvement. Western medicine generally believes this is caused by my constitution, and there is currently no cure. I a...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear: Online user Zhuo Dai, Your question: Here is the response: Rosacea, also known as rhinophyma or acne rosacea, is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that primarily affects the nose and is common in middle-aged individuals. It typically presents as redness of the skin ...[Read More] Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Rosacea and Seborrheic Dermatitis
Does Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Girls Grow Taller Before Menstruation?
When using traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for height enhancement, it is important to determine the individual's body constitution? The girl is 12 years old and only 130 cm tall. It is said that taking traditional Chinese medicine for height increase is effective only bef...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes "syndrome differentiation and treatment" as a characteristic approach to disease management. If your daughter tends to experience symptoms such as dry mouth, flushed face, insomnia, and constipation, which are indicative of ...[Read More] Does Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Girls Grow Taller Before Menstruation?
Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine for Respiratory Issues and Weakness
Regarding issues related to traditional Chinese medicine? First of all, I would like to thank the doctor for taking the time to read my article. I have some questions regarding medication and my physical condition. Let me first explain my health situation. I often feel like I can...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Sky, Regarding your questions, here are the responses: 1. Your frequent deep breathing may lead to hyperventilation, which can cause numbness in your hands and feet. It can also make your heart race and leave you feeling fatigued. Since this has been ongoing for nearly nin...[Read More] Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine for Respiratory Issues and Weakness
Understanding Chronic Health Issues: Breathing Difficulties and Fatigue
Poor health that does not improve over time? Symptoms: Difficulty breathing, fatigue, frequent dizziness, tinnitus, and rapid heart rate (the heart has been checked and is slightly small). The difficulty in breathing is the most severe (but there is no asthma, only allergic rhini...
Dr. He Zongrong Reply:
Hello Sky: Difficulty breathing, fatigue, frequent dizziness, tinnitus, and rapid heartbeat are usually related to the circulation of qi and blood in the cardiopulmonary system. If your Western medical examinations are normal, it may indicate that your constitution is somewhat de...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Health Issues: Breathing Difficulties and Fatigue
Understanding Seborrheic Dermatitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Seborrheic dermatitis Hello. I am a high school student. Since middle school, due to academic pressure and relationship issues, I experienced a period of severe acne breakouts. I also developed scalp acne, my face became oily, and I suffered from skin allergies, along with widesp...
Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Hello, Confusion: Although you have many symptoms, you have already identified your primary cause, which is confusion. Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes the seven emotions, and an excess of these emotions can lead to an imbalance in the internal organs. Therefore, the skin ...[Read More] Understanding Seborrheic Dermatitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies