Can You Still Grow Taller at 19? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
How to increase height? I am a 19-year-old male, 165 cm tall and weighing 60 kg. When I was 17-18 years old, I took traditional Chinese medicine for height increase and grew 2 cm. I had a blood test, and the results indicated that my growth plates have very little space left befo...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
1. You are a 19-year-old male, standing at 165 cm and weighing 60 kg. You took traditional Chinese medicine height-enhancing tonic at ages 17-18, which resulted in a 2 cm increase. Blood tests indicated that you have very little growth plate space left before it closes. Therefore...[Read More] Can You Still Grow Taller at 19? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Managing Excess Dampness in the Body: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Regulating the body's moisture levels? Hello, doctor. Recently, I visited a nearby traditional Chinese medicine clinic to address my body's excessive dampness, facial oiliness, and scalp health. The doctor prescribed the following formulas: - Ganlu Xiaodu Dan 3g - Zhu...
Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello, A-Zheng. I have listed the main effects of various herbal formulas for you as follows: they primarily clear heat from the lungs, stomach, and kidneys, while also nourishing yin, moistening dryness, cooling the blood, and nourishing the blood. In simpler terms, this means r...[Read More] Managing Excess Dampness in the Body: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Long-Term Chinese Herbal Medicine: Impact on Liver and Kidney Health
Long-term medication for adjusting body constitution? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing hair loss and have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for nearly six months. I would like to ask if long-term use of Chinese herbal medicine places a burden on the liver and kidney...
Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello, Mao Mao. Medicine can be toxic; even supplements can have adverse effects if taken by individuals with incompatible symptoms. Therefore, if you trust your physician, please communicate openly with them to clarify any doubts. This way, you can feel assured while taking the ...[Read More] Long-Term Chinese Herbal Medicine: Impact on Liver and Kidney Health
Does Longan and Red Dates Affect Uterine Fibroids? Insights for Women
Please ask your question? Hello, doctor. I drink longan and red dates after my menstrual period, but I've heard that longan and red dates can cause uterine fibroids to grow larger. Is that true? I am thirty years old, but I have a lot of gray hair. Why is that?
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Shunxin / 30 / Online User, Hello, 1. To my knowledge, there is currently no definitive evidence or literature indicating that consuming longan and red dates after menstruation will cause uterine fibroids to enlarge; this may be merely hearsay. The enlargement of uterine f...[Read More] Does Longan and Red Dates Affect Uterine Fibroids? Insights for Women
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 ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Injury Pain: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
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...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Male Pattern Baldness?
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...[Read More] How to Treat Elevated Liver Enzymes: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Can You Wash Your Hair During Menstruation? Myths and Facts
Is it safe to wash my hair during my menstrual period? Is it okay to wash my hair during my period? I can endure it for seven days in winter, but in summer, it's almost unbearable. Do those who are in confinement also avoid washing their hair for thirty days? If the head sho...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear SUE, I am glad to receive your letter! During menstruation, the body can be more susceptible to cold due to a decrease in blood volume, which is why there were such taboos in ancient times. In modern times, with water heaters and hair dryers being common in every household,...[Read More] Can You Wash Your Hair During Menstruation? Myths and Facts
Understanding Scalp Tingling and Itching: Causes and Remedies
Scalp tingling and itching? Hello Dr. Lin, I have a question to ask you. For the past two years, I have been experiencing a symptom where my body feels colder in colder weather. When I warm up from exercising or drinking hot soup, my scalp often becomes tingly and then very itchy...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Sam, 1. It is normal for your body to feel colder in cooler weather. 2. However, when you warm up from exercising or drinking hot soup, you may experience tingling and itching on your scalp for about a minute. This phenomenon may be due to increased blood circulation in th...[Read More] Understanding Scalp Tingling and Itching: Causes and Remedies
Effective Remedies for Mouth Sores and Hair Loss in Middle-Aged Adults
Please ask your question? 1. What should I do if I have blisters in my mouth? What foods or drinks can help it heal faster? I have been rinsing with salt water, but it hasn't been effective and seems to be causing more pain. 2. For middle-aged women experiencing hair thinn...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Little Bu, I am glad to receive your letter! The blisters you mentioned on your lips, which are small, itchy, and painful, are likely oral herpes. You should go to the pharmacy immediately to buy a herpes ointment; there is only one type available, and it can be a bit expen...[Read More] Effective Remedies for Mouth Sores and Hair Loss in Middle-Aged Adults
Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions for Male Pattern Baldness and Pain Issues
Male pattern baldness at the nape of the neck? Hello Dr. Yang: I would like to ask for your assistance with three questions: 1) Male pattern baldness: How does Traditional Chinese Medicine treat this condition? Is it effective? Will long-term medication be necessary? (Western m...
Dr. Yang Junkui Reply:
1. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, male pattern baldness can be classified into three categories based on clinical symptoms: Blood Heat with Wind Dryness, Spleen and Stomach Damp-Heat, and Liver and Kidney Deficiency. The main focus is to alleviate symptoms such as hair loss, it...[Read More] Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions for Male Pattern Baldness and Pain Issues
Effective Remedies and Treatments for Ischial Bursitis Relief
Ischial bursitis? Hello Doctor: I have been suffering from ischial bursitis for over three years. I understand that I should not sit for long periods, and I have purchased a pressure-relieving cushion, but I still experience pain in my buttocks after sitting for 30 minutes. The p...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Netizens, 1. Ischial bursitis commonly occurs in patients who need to sit for extended periods. It results from prolonged friction between the buttocks and the chair, particularly in elderly women with a lean physique and less adipose tissue in the gluteal region. The onset...[Read More] Effective Remedies and Treatments for Ischial Bursitis Relief
Understanding Kidney Deficiency: The Role of Goji Berries in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Superficially strong but internally weak? Hello, doctor. I'm not sure if it's due to having frequent sexual activity last year, but since the beginning of this year, I've noticed thinning hair on the left side of my forehead, persistent lower back pain, decreased u...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes the importance of differential diagnosis and recommends seeking consultation with a qualified TCM practitioner in person.[Read More] Understanding Kidney Deficiency: The Role of Goji Berries in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Is It Safe to Wash Hair During Menstruation? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Is it suitable to wash your hair during your menstrual period? Dear Doctor: Is it okay to wash my hair during my menstrual period? I found some information online regarding this topic. Is there any truth to it? Thank you. Here is an excerpt from the internet: "Do not wash ...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Xiao Mei, Thank you for your letter and for providing additional information that broadened my understanding. This statement makes sense; however, I believe he is referring to "washing hair with cold water," as he follows the phrase "washing hair" with &...[Read More] Is It Safe to Wash Hair During Menstruation? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Kidney Qi Deficiency Symptoms?
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...
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun Reply:
Hello, little monkey: In your letter, you mentioned symptoms such as night sweats, lower back pain, easy coughing after staying up late, and frequent urination, which are related to the concepts of Kidney Yin Deficiency and Insufficient Kidney Qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine. ...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Kidney Qi Deficiency Symptoms?
Choosing Between Liuwei Dihuang Wan and Bawwei Dihuang Wan for Kidney Health
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...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Hello Aaron, 28 years old: 1. You sometimes experience cold feet, frequent urination, insomnia, dizziness, heel pain, and occasional night sweats (though infrequently), but you do not have symptoms like premature ejaculation. This suggests a significant deficiency in kidney yin...[Read More] Choosing Between Liuwei Dihuang Wan and Bawwei Dihuang Wan for Kidney Health
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Treat Male Pattern Baldness?
Is it effective for male pattern baldness to take Si Wu Tang herbal medicine? I am 25 years old and experiencing male pattern baldness. Last month, I saw a news report on television featuring a physician from Taipei United Hospital - Zhongxing Branch, who mentioned that tradition...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Si Wu Tang is indeed effective in nourishing Qi and blood. Improved blood circulation can also enhance hair growth. Clinically, it is essential to adjust the medication based on the patient's constitution, and patients are advised to consult a qualified Traditional Chinese M...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Treat Male Pattern Baldness?
Understanding Kidney Deficiency: Symptoms and Causes Explained
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...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Dear Sam, Based on your current symptoms of frequent urination, lower back pain, and cold extremities, it appears you may be experiencing a condition related to kidney Yang deficiency. The kidneys are considered the foundation of innate vitality, and their depletion can lead to ...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Deficiency: Symptoms and Causes Explained
Can Poor Kidney Health and Diet Cause Hair Loss? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hair loss, baldness? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have noticed a gradual increase in the height of the left side of my forehead over the past few months. I once heard on a medical program (it seemed to be traditional Chinese medicine) that poor kidney function might lead to hair lo...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
1. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is said that "the kidneys govern the bones, open to the ears, and their manifestation is in the hair," indicating a connection between kidney energy and hair health. 2. Traditional Chinese Medicine is very effective for hair loss...[Read More] Can Poor Kidney Health and Diet Cause Hair Loss? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Growth Spurts: Do Boys Need Herbal Remedies Like Zhuanggu Soup?
Bone Growth Soup Hello Dr. Lin, I would like to ask if it is too early for a boy in the fifth grade to start developing? (He has a slight Adam's apple, a hoarse and deep voice, and some fine pubic hair.) Will this affect his height growth? Is it necessary for him to drink ...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
Hello: The purpose of the growth tonic is twofold: firstly, to promote growth and development, commonly referred to as increasing height; secondly, to regulate the body constitution during the growth process. Xiao Wu has started developing a bit early, as this typically occurs ar...[Read More] Understanding Growth Spurts: Do Boys Need Herbal Remedies Like Zhuanggu Soup?