GI, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ

Understanding Digestive Issues: Is It Stomach or Liver Problems?

Regarding gastrointestinal issues? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my recent situation. I had diarrhea and visited a nearby traditional Chinese medicine clinic. The doctor said I had an upset stomach, and after taking the prescribed medication, my first bowel movement in...

Dr. Qiu Shuize Reply:
Hello Sir: First of all, thank you for your inquiry. It is not possible to directly link the herbal tea you drank a few days ago with your diarrhea. Generally, herbal tea is considered cooling, and if your gastrointestinal system is typically deficient and cold, consuming excessi...

Effective Self-Therapies for Premature Ejaculation: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

Self-Treatment for Premature Ejaculation 1. With the right hand down and the left hand up, draw a circle in a clockwise direction while massaging the Guanyuan point, located three fingerbreadths below the navel, to improve kidney deficiency and premature ejaculation. 2. Stand w...

Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Hello, little one: The causes of premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction can be categorized into psychological, endocrine, vascular, muscular, and other factors. The method you mentioned falls under self-training through massage, which may provide some clinical benefits. H...

Managing Urinary Incontinence After Prostate Surgery: A Guide

Post-operative complications of prostate surgery? Hello Dr. Yan: My father is over seventy years old and underwent a partial prostatectomy due to benign prostatic hyperplasia. However, after the surgery, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He is currently experiencing urinary ...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Hello Tom! I am glad to see your letter. From the statements in your message, I can sense your concern about your father's urinary incontinence. Generally, post-operative urinary incontinence tends to improve gradually within six months to a year. Your father's attendin...

Understanding Post-Injury Pain: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions

Please ask your question? Hello, Doctor: In 1999, I had a minor bicycle accident while not wearing glasses, and I hit the right side of the back of my head, resulting in a bump. I received treatment at that time, but it didn’t heal completely. Now it seems like there is still a p...

Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Dear Mr. A-Wen, Based on your description, the most likely conditions are either a "subcutaneous nodule" or "occipital bone hyperostosis." If it is a "subcutaneous nodule," the tissue in that area is usually a fibroma, which can cause abnormalities ...

Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

Numbness in the hands and feet? I had numbness in my hands and feet, so I consulted a neurologist and underwent a nerve conduction study, which came back normal. I then saw an orthopedic doctor for X-rays, which revealed cervical spine stenosis causing compression. Currently, I a...

Dr. He Yujun Reply:
It is recommended to complement the treatment with cupping, bloodletting, or the internal use of traditional Chinese medicine. However, these treatments should be determined by a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner based on individual constitution and clinical pre...

Can Kidney Disease Patients Safely Consume Dan Shen?

Can patients with kidney disease consume ginseng? Hello, I would like to inquire if a patient with kidney disease can consume Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza). The current GFR is approximately 28, and the patient is a 76-year-old male. Potassium, phosphorus, and sodium levels are a...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear User/40/1, Hello: 1. A 76-year-old male patient with kidney disease has normal potassium, phosphorus, and sodium levels. Currently, he is strictly controlling protein intake as well as potassium, phosphorus, and sodium. Given that your current GFR is approximately 28, ac...

Is Long-Term Consumption of Fu Ling Safe for Digestive Health?

Is it safe to take Poria long-term? Hello, I often feel that my stool is wet and sticky after a bowel movement, and I have to wipe several times; otherwise, I experience constipation. A friend suggested that I take Poria (Fu Ling). Now, I eat a breakfast of oatmeal, milk powder, ...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Xiao-Wen / 23 / Online User, Hello: Your symptoms are described in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as spleen deficiency and spleen dampness. In TCM, "spleen" does not refer to the anatomical spleen. The "spleen" in TCM is responsible for regulating an...

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...

Effective Strategies for Healthy Weight Gain in Slim Individuals

Wanting to gain weight due to being underweight? Hello Dr. Chiu: I am 170 cm tall and weigh 53 kg. Because my face is relatively small, I appear thinner, but my lower body, especially below the thighs, is quite muscular, while my upper body is slim. My overall health is quite nor...

Dr. Qiu Shuize Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Based on your description, you may be experiencing gastrointestinal issues. I personally recommend addressing this from the perspectives of the lungs, spleen, and kidneys according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. 1. Engage in moderate and reg...

Managing Skin Itchiness During Intense Study Sessions

Itchy skin? I have to study every day for the college entrance exam, but it seems that whenever I concentrate on studying, my skin starts to itch. I have seen many doctors, both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. I have been very sensitive and allergic since child...

Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Dear Weiwei: During study sessions, blood circulation tends to concentrate in the brain, leading to poorer circulation in the extremities. This can cause some individuals to experience cold hands and feet, while in your case, it manifests as skin itching. These symptoms are often...

Why Didn't My Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic Provide a Receipt?

The traditional Chinese medicine clinic... does not provide a full "self-paid receipt"?! I recently visited a traditional Chinese medicine clinic and received a 14-day supply of medication. The clinic indicated that 7 days' worth of medication was covered by health...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Ms. Liu / 34 / Online User, Hello: 1. Regarding your inquiry, the consultation on that day involved two parts in terms of treatment and charges by the physician at the clinic: (1) National Health Insurance (co-payment of NT$40) and (2) out-of-pocket expenses (NT$700). 2. ...

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Cure Severe Herniated Discs?

Can severe herniated discs be cured with traditional Chinese medicine? Dear Doctors, Recently, I came across information online suggesting that certain Aconitum-based medications can cure severe lumbar disc herniation, even in cases where Western medicine has recommended surgery...

Dr. He Yujun Reply:
Question 1: Aconite-based medications (such as Chuanwu and Caowu) are effective in treating wind-cold bi syndrome, but they have a pungent and warm nature and can be highly toxic. Caution should be exercised with dosages, and it is safest to have them prescribed by a qualified ph...

Is Warming Qi Tea Safe for Women Trying to Conceive or Pregnant?

Warm-up Qi-Boosting Tea I saw a "warming and energizing tea" on the Liberty Times, which includes the following ingredients: 5 qian of Codonopsis pilosula, 5 qian of Astragalus membranaceus, 2 qian of ginger, 3 qian of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 2 qian of Atractylodes macroce...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear wennibaby, Regarding the medications you mentioned, both Kudzu (Pueraria lobata) and Salvia miltiorrhiza are not recommended for pregnant women. Kudzu is characterized by its sweet, pungent, and cool properties, often used to treat external pathogenic heat with symptoms of ...

Seeking Traditional Chinese Medicine for Post-Accident Care in Pregnant Women

Pregnant woman in a car accident? Hello Doctor: Recently, my wife (who is pregnant) was involved in a bicycle accident, landing on her elbow and buttocks. She visited an obstetrician on the day of the accident, and the baby is fine. However, now that a week has passed, my wife is...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Anxious Person / 35 years old / 0 Online User: Hello, a pregnant woman was involved in a motorcycle accident, landing on her elbow and buttocks, experiencing pain in her coccyx and right lower back. It is advisable to seek treatment from a qualified Traditional Chinese Medic...

Can You Still Have Chocolate Cysts After Ovarian and Uterine Removal?

Gynecological issues? If a patient has undergone surgical removal of both the ovaries and the uterus, can they still experience issues with chocolate cysts? Thank you.

Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
DEAR SOPHIE: A chocolate cyst refers to a problem caused by endometriosis growing on the ovaries. Even after bilateral oophorectomy, endometriosis may still persist. Whether a formed cyst should still be called a chocolate cyst is subjective and lacks a definitive conclusion. How...

Herbal Remedies in Traditional Chinese Medicine for Emotional Stability

Please ask your question? Hello Dr. Yan, may I ask if Traditional Chinese Medicine has any medications for stabilizing emotions? For example, if someone is more prone to anger or depression than others, experiencing frequent emotional fluctuations, in addition to cognitive therap...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear IC, I am glad to receive your letter! It seems that you are experiencing emotional fluctuations, which may indicate that something is troubling you. Until the issue is resolved or your emotions are processed, it can be quite challenging to eliminate this instability. Having...

Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine for Allergies and Skin Issues

Regarding whether to consult Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)? It seems that I have allergic rhinitis, dry skin with poorly healing sores, and possibly an allergy to cleaning agents. My lips are also frequently pale. I was wondering if I could try traditional Chinese medicine f...

Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Dear Xiao Jia, Hello, due to the insufficient details provided, I can only analyze based on the existing information. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that there is a correlation between the lungs and the skin, which is why many patients with allergic rhinitis also ex...

Can Schisandra Be Brewed as Tea Daily? Dosage and Safety for All Ages

Schisandra berry Schisandra berry Dear Doctor: Can Schisandra be steeped in hot tea for daily consumption? What is the recommended ratio of Schisandra to tea? Is it safe for hepatitis B carriers or children to drink? Thank you!

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear WQWS / 27 years old / Online User, Hello: Schisandra chinensis has a sour and sweet taste, with a warm nature, and it is associated with the lung, heart, and kidney meridians. It has the effects of astringing and consolidating, benefiting qi and generating fluids, as well a...

Understanding Knee Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Tips

Knee pain Hello Doctor: Since the beginning of this year, I have occasionally experienced knee pain, so I have been taking glucosamine in hopes of alleviating the pain or aiding in recovery. However, due to my work, which requires frequent walking, the pain tends to improve for a...

Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
DEAR SOPHIE: Hello, since you did not provide the cause of your first knee pain episode, it is difficult to make a clear assessment. Generally speaking, at your age, degenerative knee osteoarthritis is rarely seen at such an early stage. Typically, degenerative knee osteoarthriti...

Understanding Top of Head Pain: Causes and Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions

Crown headache Due to long working hours, I am experiencing significant stress, insufficient sleep, and severe insomnia, which has led to mental fatigue and a state of confusion. Every morning, I wake up with stiffness and soreness in my shoulders and neck, and there is intense p...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear A-Pei, Thank you for your hard work. From your description, it is clear that you are a dedicated employee under a lot of stress. Such a lifestyle can lead to various aches and pains, or even a multitude of health issues. For the soreness, you might consider visiting a tradi...

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