Frequent urination, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ

What does the term "urinary contraction effect" mean in Traditional Chinese Medicine? Hello, Dr. Yan. I apologize for bothering you. I would like to ask you about the following: (Yizhiren, Wuyao, Shanyao) There are claims online that they can cause urinary contraction. ...

Medication Consultation Hello, Dr. Yan. I was diagnosed with interstitial cystitis three months ago and am currently undergoing treatment with Western medicine. I am now seeking to balance my health with Traditional Chinese Medicine. Since interstitial cystitis can be aggravated ...

Genital pain I have been experiencing genital pain for two months and have not had any sexual intercourse. This is the first time I have encountered such symptoms, and I have not had any previous issues with genital infections. I visited a gynecologist and was prescribed antibiot...

Frequent urination and bladder discomfort? Hello, doctor. I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner yesterday due to my frequent urination issue. Although the problem of small urine volume has slightly improved, the frequency of urination in the morning has increased....

I have been experiencing frequent urination unusually over the past couple of days? Recently, I have not been waking up in the morning, and my DIY measurements have been very low. I have been experiencing symptoms such as split urine stream, fatigue, occasional pain in the urethr...

Fungal infection I would like to ask the doctor about itching on both sides of my groin, which also appears a bit dark. Additionally, the outer pubic hair area is somewhat itchy, but it doesn't happen frequently—just occasionally. The discharge seems normal, and I mostly don...

Medication Inquiry~ Weight has inexplicably dropped from 70 kg to 48 kg within six months (not due to intentional weight loss!). Severe pain and weakness in the right leg, foot, and lower back, along with frequent urination. At the same time, severe pain started in the right uppe...

My mother has been experiencing frequent urination for two years? Hello, Doctor Yan. My mother is 47 years old and has been experiencing frequent urination for the past two years. She needs to go to the bathroom almost every hour and also has nocturia, sometimes urinating several...

About Melia Toosendan Dear Dr. Yan, Thank you for your response. I generally understand your point. Since you mentioned that the likelihood of accumulating toxicity from Fructus Meliae (Chuan Lian Zi) is low and that it is commonly prescribed by traditional Chinese medicine prac...

Overactive bladder Hello: I would like to ask if traditional Chinese medicine can completely cure overactive bladder, or can it only improve the condition?

Diabetes mellitus Hello Dr. Lin, 1. From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine, what is the underlying issue with diabetes? 2. The doctor mentioned that both medication and insulin injections are options; which one causes the least harm to the liver and kidneys?

Daily Management for Patients with Kidney Stones Hello, doctor. I often see your kind responses online, and I would like to ask you some questions. Two weeks ago, I underwent extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, and the results were quite good; a one-centimeter stone has indeed...

Regarding the prevention and treatment of diabetes? Hello, Doctor. I have a few questions regarding diabetes. 1. There is a family history of diabetes, so I am particularly concerned about fluctuations in my blood sugar levels. From my limited medical knowledge, I understand th...

Gastrointestinal issues Hello Doctor: I have recently been experiencing gastroesophageal reflux and bloating. I have been taking Western medications, Takepron and Gascon, for a month, and my acid reflux seems to have improved a bit. However, I still feel that the reflux and bloat...

What should be focused on during menopause? Hello Doctor: I am 54 years old and have a few questions I would like to ask. As I have entered middle age, I have noticed a significant decline in my physical stamina, along with symptoms such as easy fatigue, difficulty walking for lo...

Kidney Qi deficiency? I developed a habit of excessive masturbation when I was younger, but I have since quit. However, I am currently experiencing some aftereffects, including cold hands and feet, significant hair loss (baldness), insomnia, excessive night sweats, lower back pai...

Kidney Qi Deficiency? Should I use Liu Wei Di Huang Wan or Ba Wei Di Huang Wan? Hello Dr. Lin, I previously consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner regarding my hair loss symptoms. The practitioner mentioned that it is not very serious and suggested that I need to t...

Kidney deficiency? Hello, doctor. Last winter, due to the cold weather, I often held my urine until morning even when I felt the urge to urinate at night. After the New Year, I started experiencing frequent urination, reduced urinary flow, a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying...

Traditional Chinese Medicine Inquiry Hello Dr. Chu, could you please clarify the indications for the following prescriptions? After each meal: - Ba Jitian (Morinda root) 0.30 GM - Rou Cong Rong (Cistanche) 0.30 GM - Yin Yang Huo (Epimedium) 0.30 GM - Huan Shao Dan 2.00 GM - Qin...

May I ask the doctor? Hello, doctor. I have issues with premature ejaculation and incomplete erection, but I have been consulting at a nearby clinic. During my visit, the doctor prescribed the following medications: - Jisheng Shenqi Wan (Kidney Qi Pills) 6.0g, 4 doses - Qiaoxia...