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Understanding Si Wu Decoction: Answers to Common TCM Questions

The issue of Si Wu Decoction? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. Irregular menstruation with light flow, occurring every other month, and no vaginal discharge—what does this indicate? What should I do about it? 2. Is Si Wu Tang (Four Substance Decoct...

Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello Guinger: First, let me provide you with some concepts for your reference. The timing of taking Chinese medicine must be determined by one's constitution; there is no definitive standard answer. Taking Si Wu Tang as an example, its components include Dong Quai, Rehmanni...

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Male Pattern Baldness?

Hair loss issues Can men with male pattern baldness use traditional Chinese medicine to slow down hair loss? What kind of medications would a doctor prescribe? What is the approximate cost of the herbal ingredients? Is long-term use necessary? Additionally, how would it work if o...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear User/30/0: Hello, currently, the main treatment options for male pattern baldness in Western medicine are two: oral Finasteride and topical Minoxidil. However, Finasteride may cause mild liver function abnormalities and side effects related to sexual function (such as decrea...

Why Weight Loss Can Lead to Acne: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions

It is common to experience acne breakouts after losing weight? Hello, doctor. Over the past few years, I have lost about 50 kilograms (from 108 to 58) through dieting and exercise. However, in 2008, after my weight loss, my gastrointestinal health deteriorated, leading to frequen...

Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello Alan, First of all, I would like to respond to you that both gastrointestinal dysfunction and acne can be treated with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). However, this treatment requires time and your cooperation with dietary and lifestyle changes for optimal results. Re...

Herbal Remedies for Liver Health and Sexual Wellness in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Hepatoprotective herbal medicine 1. Although my sexual function is normal, some people suggest that I should start taking herbal supplements for sexual health while I'm still young. What type of Chinese medicine should I consider, and is it safe for long-term use? 2. If I ...

Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello, little one: Generally, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for enhancing sexual function primarily consists of kidney yang tonics, such as Epimedium (Yin Yang Huo), Cistanche (Rou Cong Rong), Deer Antler (Lu Rong), and Gecko (He Jiao), among others. These should be combined...

Managing Seborrheic Dermatitis: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help?

Seborrheic dermatitis Hello, doctor. I have a problem with seborrheic dermatitis on my face, which has worsened recently due to my night shift work. I experience itching almost every day, and I have even scratched myself to the point of bleeding. I have been intermittently taking...

Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Dear Ryan, Seborrheic dermatitis is related to individual constitution. Medications can alleviate the condition, but it tends to recur, especially with late nights or poor dietary choices, such as consuming greasy, spicy, and heat-inducing foods. Traditional Chinese Medicine ass...

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Manage Brain Tumors After Surgery?

Traditional Chinese Medicine for Brain Tumors Hello, doctor. My mother recently underwent surgery for a brain tumor. After the surgery, I wanted to use traditional Chinese medicine to help her recover, so I took her to a Chinese medicine practitioner for pulse diagnosis. My mothe...

Dr. Ma Yishi Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yu. The diagnosis and treatment of brain tumors is not an easy task; it requires the collaboration of a professional team to achieve the best therapeutic outcomes. I believe that the integration of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Western medicine is a good opti...

The Benefits and Risks of Aloe Vera for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients

What are the benefits of aloe vera? Hello Director Lin! I am a patient with rheumatoid arthritis and osteomyelitis (post-surgery). After the surgery, my inflammatory markers remained at around 1 for six months, but after July, they increased to 2.2. Before the surgery, my markers...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Min Min / 42 / Online User: Hello, 1. You are a patient with rheumatoid arthritis and osteomyelitis (post-surgery). After the surgery, your inflammatory markers remained around 1 for six months, but increased to 2.2 after July. Before the surgery, the markers spiked to 9, ...

Managing Kidney Stones: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

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...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, I am pleased to receive your letter! Your questions are regarding lower back pain, frequent urination, a history of diabetes, and the reasons for kidney stones. The persistence of lower back pain and frequent urination after the removal of the stones indicates tha...

How to Treat Elevated Liver Enzymes: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

How should elevated liver enzymes be treated? Hello, doctor. My liver enzymes were recently found to be elevated, with GOT at 41 and GPT at 141. I have been taking Western medicine for a month and then switched to Chinese medicine, which I have been on for over a month now. The d...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Mr. Huang / 25 / Online User, Your questions are answered as follows: 1. Fatty liver should be treated from the perspective of liver health. 2. My clinic hours are Monday to Saturday mornings, Monday afternoons, and Thursday afternoons. Please come fasting. 3. For fatty li...

Do Psychiatric Medications Affect Physical Health? A Patient's Dilemma

Do psychiatric medications affect physical health? Hello, doctor: I previously inquired about some symptoms and sought treatment from a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. However, the practitioner advised me that my symptoms were related to taking too many medications and...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Xiao Zhuan, I am glad to receive your letter! The Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) physician you consulted believes that your insomnia can be managed with just sleeping pills, and that other medications should be stopped or reduced by half. However, the psychiatrist state...

Is Natural Pollen Safe for Toddlers? Benefits and Long-Term Use Explained

Natural pollen I have heard beekeepers say that consuming natural pollen is very beneficial for the body. I would like to ask a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner: 1. Can a 1-year-and-1-month-old child consume natural pollen? 2. What are the health benefits of natural poll...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear AVN, I am pleased to receive your letter! Natural pollen, also known as bee pollen, contains various essential amino acids, unsaturated fatty acids, flavonoids, and polysaccharides, which are active substances that possess antioxidant properties, help lower cholesterol, enh...

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Post-Stroke Recovery at 65?

A 65-year-old patient has suffered a stroke and is unable to move the left arm and left leg completely? I would like to ask, my father is 65 years old and had a stroke, resulting in complete immobility of his left hand and left leg. He is already on a fixed regimen of Western med...

Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: The golden period for stroke treatment is six months, and it also depends on the extent of brain damage. If it exceeds six months, it is more difficult to achieve significant improvement. It is recommended that Western rehabilitation should not be interrupted, and acupunct...

Can a 13-Month-Old Child Safely Take Powdered Ginseng and Pearl?

Can a 1 year and 1 month old child consume powdered ginseng and pearl powder? A child who is 1 year and 1 month old often experiences bronchial sensitivity, with coughing in the early morning and late evening whenever the weather changes. A traditional Chinese medicine shop sugge...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear AVN, I am glad to receive your letter! It is fine for children to consume powdered Guangshen and Zhu Bei. Most of the medicinal materials are currently sourced from mainland China, and the regulation of heavy metals is not very strict, so your concerns are valid. The child ...

Effectiveness of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Diabetes Treatment

Diabetes Treatment Hello, Dr. Yan. Is Traditional Chinese Medicine effective for treating diabetes?

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Mr. Chen, How effective is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in treating diabetes? This is indeed a very pertinent question! While many practitioners in the TCM community claim to be able to manage this condition, and there are indeed some cases that show improvement, gene...

Navigating Unexplained Health Issues: A Guide to Traditional Chinese Medicine

How should I proceed? Hello, doctor: I am feeling very unwell, and the cause cannot be determined. I have undergone many tests, but no one knows what the illness is. Metabolic syndrome is a term used by every doctor to describe my condition. However, I also have panic disorder an...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Xiao Zhuan, I am glad to receive your letter! Let me summarize your concerns: 1. Panic disorder (taking psychiatric medication). 2. Sweating and feeling hot. 3. Swelling of hands and feet during menstruation. 4. Desire to lose weight. 5. Where to start with examinations? F...

Post-Heart Surgery: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Options

Hello, doctor. I have questions regarding post-operative care after heart surgery? Hello, doctor. In the past, I had a problem with arrhythmia, and Western medicine diagnosed it as ventricular tachycardia (VT). Over the past year, the condition has worsened, with frequent episode...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Mr. Huang, I am pleased to receive your letter! You have described your issue very clearly, and I hope Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help address the problems that Western medicine has been unable to resolve. After undergoing catheter ablation for abnormal electric...

Understanding Post-Acupuncture Shock: Symptoms and Medical Guidance

Sudden near-syncope in the middle of the night after acupuncture? Hello Doctor, On Thursday, May 5th, around 8 PM, after having dinner, I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner because I had a slight strain in my hand from playing basketball and thought a massage w...

Dr. Qiu Shuize Reply:
First of all, thank you for your letter. From your correspondence, I can roughly understand your condition. Although the details regarding acupuncture and tui na (Chinese therapeutic massage) are unclear, it seems that your qi and blood may be somewhat deficient. Considering fact...

Managing High Cholesterol and Fatty Liver: Integrating Western and Traditional Medicine

Hello, doctor. I have questions regarding hyperlipidemia and fatty liver disease? Hello, Director Lin. A few days ago, I brought my mother to your clinic for treatment. Thank you for your attentive and patient care in explaining her condition. I have browsed most of your response...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Mr. Huang / 25 / Online User, Hello, 1. The definition of fatty liver is when the fat content in liver cells exceeds 5%. Diagnosis must be confirmed through examinations such as abdominal ultrasound by Western medicine. Many factors can cause fatty liver, including hepatit...

Preventing Diabetes: Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine and Modern Approaches

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...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen / 48 / Female Online User, Hello, 1. Diabetes is a common civilization disease worldwide, with an estimated over a million people in Taiwan affected. Your family has a history of diabetes, but your Western medical examinations are still within the safe range. Rec...

Chronic Pharyngitis: Exploring Causes and Effective Treatments

Chronic pharyngitis? Hello, I have been diagnosed with chronic pharyngitis by a Western medicine doctor, but the cause is unclear. A previous doctor suspected it was due to recurrent colds. Later, another doctor suggested it might be caused by allergic rhinitis leading to post-na...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Mr. Huang, Hello! I am glad to receive your letter! Chronic pharyngitis is commonly seen in individuals who need to speak for extended periods, such as teachers, salespeople, and performers. It is primarily caused by recurrent respiratory infections, allergic rhinitis, and ...

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