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Acupuncture for Breast Enhancement: Is 17 Still Puberty?

Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? I'm sorry, doctor! I didn't ask clearly before! I apologize for bothering you. Last time I asked about acupuncture for breast enhancement, and you mentioned it is effective during puberty. Is 17 still ...

Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
In principle, a 17-year-old may still have the opportunity for acupuncture without needing to undress. However, the ingredients and effects of the breast milk pills are unknown.

Enhancing Vitality: Ba Wei Di Huang Wan and Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao for Men

Ba Wei Di Huang Wan and Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Dr. Lin: I often masturbate, and my sperm volume has always been low. I easily feel fatigued and have eye strain. Is it advisable to take Ba Wei Di Huang Wan? Does Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao help increase erectile hardness? Could you also prov...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Hello QQQ user: Regarding your question, here are my responses: 1. Sexual impulses and masturbation are normal phenomena in the growth of boys. It is common for boys to experience these during their development. Masturbation and nocturnal emissions should not occur too frequent...

Understanding Erectile Issues: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions

Sexual function Hello doctor, my current situation is that I rarely experience natural erections while watching adult films. When I masturbate, it feels somewhat soft and different from the firmness I used to have. I do experience morning erections, but they also feel less firm t...

Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the four diagnostic methods: observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation. It is advisable to promptly visit a comprehensive Chinese medicine hospital with a laboratory department, where a qualified Chinese medicine practitioner can condu...

Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes: Causes, Risks, and Herbal Remedies

excuse me? Hello Doctor: I have a tumor under my right armpit that has been present for 5 years. Multiple ultrasound examinations have identified it as a "breast fibrocystic change." It is usually painless and itch-free, but I experience a feeling of enlargement and sli...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
The exact causes of breast fibrocystic changes are currently not fully understood in scientific research. These cysts are not directly related to the development of breast cancer, so they are not considered a high-risk group for breast cancer. Taking traditional Chinese medicine ...

Is Traditional Chinese Medicine Safe for Infants with Growth Delays?

How to Adjust the Constitution of Infants? Dear Doctor, my child is currently ten months old. During the health check-up, the doctor mentioned that there is a phenomenon of growth delay. My mother-in-law suggested seeing a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to adjust his c...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Yvonne, 1. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is very effective in regulating constitution, especially for young children with poor appetite. TCM has its unique characteristics in this regard. 2. For an 11-month-old infant, breast milk is the best option, as it nourishes...

Understanding Blood in Semen: Causes and When to Seek Help

Hematospermia Hello, doctor: I'm not sure if I can ask my question here, and I feel a bit embarrassed. After having intercourse with my girlfriend yesterday, I noticed blood mixed with semen. Since I used a condom, I'm certain it's not my girlfriend's blood. I...

Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Hello Mr. Chen: Clinically, "hematospermia" predominantly occurs in young to middle-aged men, with an average age of 37 years. The duration of symptoms ranges from 1 month to 2 years, and the majority of patients discover the condition unexpectedly. According to statist...

Understanding the Benefits of Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan and Other Chinese Herbs

Function Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, Di Long, and Chao Pu have various medicinal properties. Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan is traditionally used to promote blood circulation, alleviate pain, and reduce blood stasis. It is often prescribed for conditions related to gynecological issues, such as ...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan is a formula that promotes blood circulation and removes blood stasis, as well as has anticoagulant properties. Di Long (Earthworm) has effects such as antipyretic, anticonvulsant, sedative, anticoagulant, antiarrhythmic, antiasthmatic, antihypertensive, and u...

Understanding Itchy Skin: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

Medical consultation Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about how Traditional Chinese Medicine suggests that the location of symptoms can indicate the underlying issues of a disease. I have not had any skin problems in the past, but recently, over the last two years, I have notic...

Dr. Wang Ruomei Reply:
Hello, Miss Pearl Meatball: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnoses diseases through four methods: observation, listening, inquiry, and pulse-taking. Additionally, when necessary, it may also refer to Western medical tests. The occurrence of a disease involves many factors, ...

What is Seven-Combination Water and Its Health Benefits?

What is Seven-Combination Water? Hello Dr. Wang! Recently, there has been widespread discussion online about "Seven-Mixed Water" claiming to cure various ailments. What exactly is Seven-Mixed Water? Is it truly beneficial and harmless? Are there any contraindications fo...

Dr. Wang Ruomei Reply:
Hello, Miss Pei-Yin: Regarding your inquiry about "Qi He Shui," I have not heard of it before, and I have not come across it in the traditional Chinese medicine texts I have studied. Therefore, I cannot provide any explanation about this water. However, I believe that i...

Effective Strategies for Targeted Weight Loss: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

Regarding "Likang Industry's Easy So Lazy Body Shaping Machine." Hello, Doctor. I need to lose fat from my hips and thighs by this July due to certain factors. Currently, I am 160 cm tall and weigh 55 kg. Most of my weight is concentrated in my hips and thighs, whi...

Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
In principle, for the body sculpting device you inquired about, you need to contact Taichung Hospital for confirmation, which is safer. For lower body obesity, localized acupuncture treatment can be considered. You might want to give it a try.

Safe Use of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medications

Issues with taking traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine? 1. A few days ago, I took traditional Chinese medicine, and today I took dermatological medication. I'm unsure how to safely combine traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. 2. I'm not sur...

Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Chinese medicine and Western medicine should be taken with a one-hour interval. It is recommended to take Western medicine first, as it is more irritating to the stomach, while Chinese medicine is milder. They can be taken between two meals.

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...

Understanding Early Gray Hair: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions

28-year-old with gray hair? Hello, I am 28 years old, female, and unmarried. This Lunar New Year, I suddenly noticed that I have developed four to five white hairs (which I have never had before). I am unsure what treatment options are available. My mother also had white hair at ...

Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Hello: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that "hair is a surplus of blood," and that hair, teeth, and bones reflect the function of the "kidney meridian." While gray hair and loose teeth are symbols of aging or degeneration, emotions also have a sign...

Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine: Sleep Issues and Skin Concerns

Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation Hello, doctor. I would like to ask: 1. I sleep for 7-8 hours every day, but I still find myself yawning frequently during the day. 2. I often experience vivid dreams at night. Is there a way to improve this? 3. My calves become very itchy...

Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: 1. Feeling lethargic during the day may be due to poor sleep quality; even if the duration is sufficient, you may still feel unrested. Another reason could be related to your constitution in response to the climate, which can also present with such symptoms. 2. In Trad...

Using Shi Quan Da Bu Tang for Stress Relief in Busy Professionals

Shiquan Dabu Decoction Hello Dr. Lin, I would like to ask you a question. My friend works in a decision-making role, which is time-consuming and stressful, leading to irregular eating habits. Can he use "Shiquan Dabu Tang" (Ten Complete Great Tonifying Decoction) for da...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Netizens, Hello. Shiquan Dabu Decoction originates from the traditional Chinese medicine text "Heji Ju Fang." The composition of Shiquan Dabu Decoction includes the Four Substances (Si Wu) combined with the Four Gentlemen (Si Jun) plus cinnamon and astragalus. It ...

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help You Grow Taller After Growth Plates Close?

I want to grow taller! Hello, doctor: I would like to ask about taking traditional Chinese medicine for bone growth. If the growth plates have fused, will there be no further height increase? Will the bones widen instead? Once the growth plates are fused, will any exercise or acu...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear silly online friend: Hello! Regardless of whether you are taking medication, if an X-ray examination reveals that the growth plates have fused, most likely you will not grow taller. Once the growth plates are fused, engaging in any exercise or acupuncture, although the chanc...

Can Si Wu Tang Be Used for Endometriosis and Uterine Cysts?

Si Wu Tang issue Is it safe to take Si Wu Tang (Four Substance Decoction) if I have endometriosis, chocolate cysts, or uterine fibroids? If I want to take it, what additional herbal ingredients should I include?

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Netizen: Hello Lili, regarding your question: Here is the response. The conditions you mentioned, "endometriosis," "chocolate cysts," and "uterine fibroids," are among the most common benign tumors and gynecological diseases in women's pelv...

Understanding Hemorrhoids: Recovery Time and Treatment Options Explained

Hemorrhoids Hello, Doctor Hou: I have been experiencing rectal bleeding, and after examination, it was determined to be hemorrhoids. Sometimes, a small piece of tissue that resembles flesh protrudes from the anus. I had a period where I took medication and returned to normal, but...

Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Hello: The recovery status of hemorrhoidal prolapse or bleeding must take into account individual lifestyle factors and triggers. Common factors such as excessive consumption of spicy foods, staying up late, prolonged sitting or standing, and severe constipation can make recovery...

How to Enhance Penis Hardness During Intimacy: Tips for Men

How to increase penile rigidity during sexual intercourse? Although I am 44 years old, I do not fall behind younger individuals in various aspects, including the signs of aging (I appear to be around 32), my mindset (youthful), and my physical stamina (I can work for an entire da...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Although Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has the saying "eat what you need," which leads some people to purchase deer antler or kidney tonics from herbal shops, it is essential to consult a TCM practitioner for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan through pulse-taki...

Understanding the Health Impacts of Masturbation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Are there any problems caused by masturbation? Hello, in Traditional Chinese Medicine, what problems can masturbation cause? If done excessively, what issues may arise? Can it lead to infertility or problems in sexual intercourse? What frequency is considered acceptable? Thank yo...

Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Hello, for healthy men with normal sexual function, masturbation is a normal physiological phenomenon and does not cause infertility or issues with sexual intercourse. As for the frequency, as long as it does not become an obsession that leads to a "paraphilia" (which i...

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