Understanding Heavy Head and Heat Sensation: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Feeling of heaviness in the head? Hello, Dr. Yan! Thank you for answering my questions. I have a heavy feeling in my head, and my head feels a bit warm. I don't have a fever, nor do I have symptoms like sneezing, coughing, or a sore throat, and I don't have a cold, but ...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. Generally speaking, it seems that your issue is indeed a concern. I recommend consulting a physician for advanced gastrointestinal examinations to determine the exact problem. 2. I suggest you ...[Read More] Understanding Heavy Head and Heat Sensation: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Understanding Insomnia: Causes, Effects, and Solutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Insomnia Hello Dr. Yan: I have been experiencing insomnia for over six months. I often find it difficult to fall asleep, and once I do, I frequently wake up during the night, tossing and turning until it's almost dawn before I can fall asleep again. I also often have dreams,...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following suggestions: In reality, there are many causes of insomnia, such as gastrointestinal discomfort, insufficient heart energy, and mental unrest. A detailed discussion is necessa...[Read More] Understanding Insomnia: Causes, Effects, and Solutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Can Drinking Black Tea Affect Iron Absorption While Taking Herbal Supplements?
Can I drink black tea while taking blood tonic herbal medicine? Hello Dr. Lin: I apologize for bothering you. I am currently taking traditional Chinese medicine for blood replenishment, which is in the form of decoction. I have heard that components in tea can affect iron absorpt...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear online friend, Here are the answers to your questions: 1. Tea has brain-stimulating, digestive-cleansing, and fat-reducing effects. Green tea can have anti-tumor properties, and regular tea consumption is beneficial for health. 2. Tea contains a large amount of caffeine,...[Read More] Can Drinking Black Tea Affect Iron Absorption While Taking Herbal Supplements?
Understanding Diarrhea After Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine
Diarrhea after taking traditional Chinese medicine? Hello, doctor. I have been feeling very weak, and I experience headaches and abdominal discomfort around the time of my menstrual period. The blood flow is very light when I am inactive, so I went to see a traditional Chinese me...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: You may have a problem with blood deficiency, so the physician will prescribe blood-nourishing medications such as Angelica sinensis (Dong Quai) and Polygonum multiflorum (He Shou Wu). However, these medications can be quite rich, and individuals with gastrointestinal issu...[Read More] Understanding Diarrhea After Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine
Managing Symptoms with Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Patient's Journey
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) herbal therapy? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about my symptoms, which include dizziness, dysmenorrhea, gastrointestinal sensitivity, cold extremities, and a tendency for my head to feel hot. I have been receiving traditional Chinese me...
Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Hello, Xiao Guang! Based on your symptoms, if I only consider your complaints without further differential diagnosis, I would infer that you have a spleen deficiency constitution, possibly with some signs of both qi and blood deficiency. However, relying solely on symptoms may no...[Read More] Managing Symptoms with Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Poor Appetite in Infants: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Poor appetite in infants? Hello Doctor: My baby is over three months old, and his appetite has always been small. He drinks only about 100 ml every four hours, and sometimes even less than that. Recently, he has been experiencing bloating and colicky pain. I'm not sure if he...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Fish Matching Network User, Here are the responses to your questions: 1. Your baby, who is over three months old, drinks only 100 cc in four hours, and sometimes even less than that. This may indicate a smaller appetite, but you should observe her feeding behavior. If she ...[Read More] Understanding Poor Appetite in Infants: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Herbal Remedies for Menstrual Discomfort and Body Regulation
Regulation Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you about my condition. I often experience dizziness, especially during my menstrual period, along with dysmenorrhea and gastrointestinal sensitivity. However, I do not have anemia. My hands and feet tend to feel cold, while my head o...
Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Hello, Xiao Guang! Women who are prone to dizziness often experience exacerbated symptoms during their menstrual period. Dizziness is not necessarily due to anemia; it could also be related to Qi deficiency or Qi stagnation. It seems you might be leaning towards this latter possi...[Read More] Herbal Remedies for Menstrual Discomfort and Body Regulation
Understanding Cold Hands and Feet: Causes, Remedies, and TCM Solutions
Cold hands and feet? What health issues can cause cold hands and feet? Recently, I've been experiencing very cold feet at night while sleeping, and even after soaking them in warm water, they still feel cold, which prevents me from sleeping. I consulted a Traditional Chinese...
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun Reply:
Hello NIKE! Cold extremities indicate that the qi and blood are unable to adequately nourish the peripheral areas. There are many reasons for this, such as insufficient qi and blood, or the presence of qi stagnation or blood stasis that impedes the smooth flow of qi and blood. If...[Read More] Understanding Cold Hands and Feet: Causes, Remedies, and TCM Solutions
Understanding Dizziness: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Dizziness Hello, doctor. I have caught a cold twice in the past month, and now I often feel dizzy, weak, and nauseous. I also experience shoulder and neck pain, easy fatigue, dull pain in the lower abdomen two days ago, and soreness in the lower back. The dizziness tends to impro...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
After a secondary cold, physical strength may be diminished and energy may not have fully recovered, leading to symptoms such as weakness, dizziness, and easy fatigue. With proper rest and care over time, these symptoms will naturally improve. However, if there are symptoms like ...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Does Drinking Lemon Water After Meals Harm Your Digestive Health?
Will a glass of lemon water after a meal irritate the gastrointestinal tract? Lemon water is said to stimulate the gastrointestinal tract and may aid in skin whitening. Occasionally, I drink a cup of lemon water (one cup of lemon diluted with water) after lunch to help with diges...
Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Hello: The claim that lemon water helps detoxify the body lacks solid medical evidence; however, it does provide a rich source of vitamin C, which is beneficial for skin whitening and enhancing metabolism. Consuming one cup of appropriate lemon juice per day is not discouraged (i...[Read More] Does Drinking Lemon Water After Meals Harm Your Digestive Health?
Can Early Puberty Affect Height Growth in Boys? Insights and Tips
A second-year male student wants to grow taller! I am a boy who developed early; I started growing pubic hair in the fifth grade! At that time, I was growing taller quickly, but now in the second year of junior high, I am among the shortest in my class! I feel like I might not gr...
Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Hello: You actually don't need to be too anxious. Generally, most people's growth and development continue until the ages of 18 to 20, so there is still room for growth. If you are particularly concerned, you can visit an orthopedic or endocrinology specialist to have a...[Read More] Can Early Puberty Affect Height Growth in Boys? Insights and Tips
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
Is It Normal to Experience Diarrhea from Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Traditional Chinese Medicine Issues Doctor, I went to see a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner for my acne problem, and they prescribed me four herbal formulas: one is Chai Hu Qing Gan Tang, another is Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang, and there is Licorice. I didn't see th...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: Chai Hu Qing Gan Tang primarily focuses on clearing heat and detoxifying. Your acne may be classified as a pattern of excess heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Other medications, such as Gan Cao (Licorice) and Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang, are not known to cause diarrhea....[Read More] Is It Normal to Experience Diarrhea from Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Breast Size Issues?
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist Doctor, is it true that traditional Chinese medicine for breast enhancement is ineffective for someone who is very thin and has little breast tissue, like an A-cup? No matter how I take it, it probably won't work, right? Even acupuncture d...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
For each person, the fastest way to change their appearance is through cosmetic surgery.[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Breast Size Issues?
Dietary Guidelines for Menstruation: What to Avoid and Why
Diet during menstruation? Hello, doctor. I've often heard that it's best to avoid cold foods during menstruation. Could you please clarify what types of foods are considered cold? What effects might consuming these so-called cold foods have on the body? Are fruits like ...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
A. Cold foods include raw items such as salads, fruits, fruit juices, sashimi, and oysters. Cold items refer to those taken out from the refrigerator or freezer, such as frozen fruits, iced beverages, popsicles, smoothies, ice cream, iced coffee, and cold drinks. The impact on th...[Read More] Dietary Guidelines for Menstruation: What to Avoid and Why
Dietary Guidelines for Terminal Cancer Patients: What to Avoid and Consider
How to pay attention to diet in the advanced stage of cancer? For a 73-year-old grandmother diagnosed with terminal cholangiocarcinoma and malignant liver tumors, it is crucial to pay attention to her diet. Foods to avoid include: 1. High-fat foods: These can exacerbate liver is...
Dr. Wu Xuanzhang Reply:
Dear Daughter-in-law: Patients with malignant tumors should generally avoid cold, raw, and hard-to-digest foods. For example, raw food diets (such as vegetable and fruit juices) can be consumed, but it is recommended to take them after meals. Raw foods, especially meats, should b...[Read More] Dietary Guidelines for Terminal Cancer Patients: What to Avoid and Consider
Postpartum Recovery: Addressing Cold Sensitivity and Health Concerns
Postpartum care Dear Dr. Peng: Hello, my wife has given birth and completed her postpartum confinement. Before, she was not sensitive to cold, but after giving birth and completing her confinement, her body seems to be more susceptible to cold and her overall health appears to ha...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
In principle, some warming herbal formulas such as Si Wu Tang, Ba Zhen Tang, and Shi Quan Da Bu Tang can be used for her condition depending on the severity of her weakness. However, it is also important to consider whether she has other gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea...[Read More] Postpartum Recovery: Addressing Cold Sensitivity and Health Concerns
Understanding Huanglian: Benefits and Precautions for Heat Relief
Coptis chinensis (H Hello: I have a constitution characterized by dry mouth and tongue, excessive heat, and I often get styes and large pimples. However, I rarely eat fried foods, do not consume ice, and only occasionally eat spicy food, mostly kimchi. My sleep schedule is usuall...
Dr. Wu Xuanzhang Reply:
Dear Meow Meow, Huang Lian (Coptis chinensis) is classified as a bitter and cold herb, primarily used to reduce excess heat in the gastrointestinal tract. It is not suitable for individuals with deficiency heat or those who have a weak constitution and poor digestive health. Al...[Read More] Understanding Huanglian: Benefits and Precautions for Heat Relief
Understanding Gastroparesis and Chronic Gastritis: A Holistic Approach
Gastric ptosis with chronic gastritis? I have been very thin since I was young, measuring 178 cm and weighing 55 kg. I have a long history of gastrointestinal issues. In the past few years, I didn't pay much attention to it while studying, but after being hospitalized for pn...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
According to the description, this condition corresponds to Traditional Chinese Medicine's concept of spleen qi deficiency and the sinking of middle qi, which leads to the upward rebellion of stomach qi. The appropriate treatment should focus on tonifying the middle and bene...[Read More] Understanding Gastroparesis and Chronic Gastritis: A Holistic Approach
Addressing Growth Concerns in Toddlers: Nutrition and Supplements Guide
Poor growth in infants and young children? My daughter is one year old, with a birth weight of 2100g. Currently, her growth chart shows a normal head circumference, height at the 10th percentile, and weight below the 3rd percentile. Hospital tests including blood, stool, and urin...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear online user, Hello, I apologize for the delayed response due to the physician's email being hacked. Based on your description of your daughter's symptoms, which include loose stools, excessive sweating, a lack of interest in drinking milk, and not being sensitive ...[Read More] Addressing Growth Concerns in Toddlers: Nutrition and Supplements Guide