Addressing Irregular Menstrual Cycles and Related Health Issues
Health issues Irregular menstrual periods, with approximately two months of absence, have recently been accompanied by sudden breast tenderness for about a week, and menstruation has still not occurred. Occasionally, there is a discharge of light brown liquid, along with frequent...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Circle, I am glad to receive your letter. The issues you mentioned regarding missed menstruation, breast tenderness, bowel sounds, belching, phlegm in the throat, and shoulder pain can be addressed by a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner. However, I believe you...[Read More] Addressing Irregular Menstrual Cycles and Related Health Issues
Can Pomegranates Regulate Menstrual Cycles? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Pomegranate Can pomegranates help regulate menstrual cycles? Should they be combined with traditional Chinese medicine? Also, I would like to ask about experiencing pain on the left side during menstruation, which radiates to the lower back (left side) and persists even when chan...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear ELLA, I hope this message finds you well! Thank you for your letter. In response to your question about whether pomegranate can regulate menstrual cycles, I have only seen claims circulating on the internet, and there have been no formal research studies published by expert...[Read More] Can Pomegranates Regulate Menstrual Cycles? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Frequent Headaches: Is Your Hair Washing Routine to Blame?
Frequent headaches? I'm not sure why... I often have headaches... Could it be because I only wash my hair every two days? (The water temperature is moderate) I don't really use a hairdryer... I just stay at home most of the time! What could be the cause??? Please help!!...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Yoyo, Reducing the time and frequency of internet use and mobile phone usage may potentially lead to healing without medication. Why? Because radiation can affect physiological functions, causing symptoms such as headaches, tinnitus, insomnia, and dry mouth. If there are no...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Headaches: Is Your Hair Washing Routine to Blame?
Understanding Male Pattern Baldness and Seborrheic Dermatitis: A Traditional Medicine Approach
Male pattern baldness and seborrheic dermatitis? Hello Dr. Ding, I am an international student living abroad. Recently, I have been growing my hair long, and I’ve noticed that my scalp often feels oily, and my hair is very fine. I’ve also observed that I am gradually experiencing...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Dear Zac, Seborrheic dermatitis is generally related to one's constitution; it can be managed but not completely cured. Poria cocos and Plantago asiatica are suitable for patients with a damp-heat constitution. If you often experience dry mouth and throat, enjoy greasy or h...[Read More] Understanding Male Pattern Baldness and Seborrheic Dermatitis: A Traditional Medicine Approach
Managing Oily Scalp and Hair Loss: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Oily scalp... prone to hair loss... body tends to feel hot? Hello Dr. Lin, I have an oily scalp and I'm not sure if this is related to my thinning hair on the top of my head. However, I don't think it's male pattern baldness since I don't have an M-shaped rece...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Zac, Hello. 1. There are many causes of hair loss, such as: 1. Hair loss due to medications; for example, chemotherapy agents used in cancer treatment or radiation therapy to the head can lead to significant hair loss. 2. Nutritional deficiencies can cause hair l...[Read More] Managing Oily Scalp and Hair Loss: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Understanding Kidney Health: Myths and Facts About Hair Loss
About the kidneys! Doctor, I have some questions! First: I've heard that excessive indulgence can lead to kidney deficiency? (A high school student indulging once every 1-2 days) Second: I've also heard that kidney deficiency can cause hair loss and baldness? Third: If ...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: The kidneys are one of the five organs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and the physiological characteristic of the five organs is to store rather than to excrete. Overuse can lead to damage to the organ. There are many factors that contribute to hair loss, including...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Health: Myths and Facts About Hair Loss
Should My 11-Year-Old Daughter Start Herbal Treatment for Growth?
11 and a half-year-old girl (sixth grade) Hello, I am a worried mother. My daughter is 11 and a half years old (in sixth grade), and she hasn't started her menstrual cycle yet, but she has developed secondary sexual characteristics (pubic hair, breast development, and acne)....
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
Generally, the optimal time for girls to experience growth spurts is between the ages of 10 to 12, with the best effects occurring before the onset of menstruation. If menstruation has already started, the golden period for growth is approximately three years. Your daughter is cu...[Read More] Should My 11-Year-Old Daughter Start Herbal Treatment for Growth?
Understanding Hepatitis C: Concerns, Treatments, and Dietary Tips
Issues related to Hepatitis C? Here's the translation: Recently, my mother has been having trouble sleeping at night, so she went for an examination and was diagnosed with Hepatitis C. I later learned that there are no specific treatments for Hepatitis C in either tradition...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear friends concerned about your family, 1. Hepatitis B and C primarily differ in the types of hepatitis viruses that cause them, and both are difficult to eradicate. Chronic Hepatitis C often leads to fluctuating liver function indices and can evolve over decades into liver ca...[Read More] Understanding Hepatitis C: Concerns, Treatments, and Dietary Tips
Effectiveness of Traditional Chinese Medicine for Erectile Dysfunction: A Guide
Could you please provide the name of the medication? The prescription includes the following ingredients: - 50 grams of Angelica sinensis (Dong Quai) - 50 grams of Lotus Stamen - 50 grams of Dahuang (Rhubarb) - 50 grams of Xianlingpi (Selenicereus) - 50 grams of Sha Yuan Zi (As...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: Based on the description, this formula is composed of modifications of [Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan] and [Huan Shao Dan], combined with various kidney-tonifying, yang-enhancing, and astringent herbs. Its functions include nourishing the kidneys, astringing essence, and cal...[Read More] Effectiveness of Traditional Chinese Medicine for Erectile Dysfunction: A Guide
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
Understanding Seborrheic Dermatitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Seborrheic dermatitis Hello. I am a high school student. Since middle school, due to academic pressure and relationship issues, I experienced a period of severe acne breakouts. I also developed scalp acne, my face became oily, and I suffered from skin allergies, along with widesp...
Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Hello, Confusion: Although you have many symptoms, you have already identified your primary cause, which is confusion. Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes the seven emotions, and an excess of these emotions can lead to an imbalance in the internal organs. Therefore, the skin ...[Read More] Understanding Seborrheic Dermatitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Understanding Kidney Deficiency and Varicocele: Causes and Remedies
Questions regarding kidney deficiency and varicocele? Hello, doctor. 1. I visited a Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic, and the practitioner diagnosed me with kidney deficiency. What could cause this issue? Are there specific foods that can help improve this condition? Does ki...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
"Kidney Yin Deficiency." This condition is caused by excessive depletion of kidney essence. Clinical manifestations include lower back soreness and fatigue, dizziness and tinnitus, nocturnal emissions and premature ejaculation, dry mouth and throat pain, flushed cheeks,...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Deficiency and Varicocele: Causes and Remedies
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...[Read More] Understanding Early Gray Hair: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Natural Remedies for Male Pattern Baldness: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Options
Alopecia Hello, Doctor: 1. I am experiencing hair loss and have confirmed that it is androgenetic alopecia. Are the only options for treatment oral Finasteride and topical Minoxidil? I prefer not to take Western medications, so I would like to know if Traditional Chinese Medici...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: The causes of male pattern baldness are primarily related to genetics and male hormones. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), hair growth and loss are mainly associated with the abundance of essence and qi in the kidneys, as well as the nourishment provided by ...[Read More] Natural Remedies for Male Pattern Baldness: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Options
Managing Chronic Hepatitis C and Kidney Deficiency: A Holistic Approach
What should I do? Hello, doctor. Three years ago, I was diagnosed with hepatitis C during a health check-up, and my liver enzyme level (GPT) was 107. Since then, I have been undergoing regular ultrasound examinations every three months, which have shown no abnormalities. However,...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Hello, user: Hepatitis C, like I previously mentioned regarding Hepatitis B, is difficult to eradicate completely. The main difference between Hepatitis B and C lies in the type of virus causing the disease; otherwise, the mechanisms of disease development are quite similar. Bot...[Read More] Managing Chronic Hepatitis C and Kidney Deficiency: A Holistic Approach
Understanding Nocturnal Enuresis in Children: Causes and Remedies
Nocturia Hello, doctor. My daughter is six years old and is about to start first grade, but she still experiences nighttime urination (almost every day). Does this indicate that her constitution needs adjustment at this age? Is eating dried longan or drinking longan tea effective...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) categorizes enuresis into two types: deficiency and excess. Deficiency is primarily due to weak kidney qi and spleen-lung qi deficiency, leading to bladder incontinence. Symptoms of these types often include fatigue, cold intolerance, pal...[Read More] Understanding Nocturnal Enuresis in Children: Causes and Remedies
Managing Uterine Fibroids: Traditional Chinese Medicine vs. Surgery
Uterine fibroids I would like to ask: 1. My fibroid is over six centimeters, and I usually don't have many symptoms, only abdominal pain during my menstrual cycle, with a lot of blood clots and heavier bleeding. The Western doctor recommends surgery. Can Traditional Chinese ...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
A six-centimeter fibroid is considered large, and treating it with traditional Chinese medicine may not yield quick results. If the condition is prolonged, excessive monthly bleeding could lead to anemia, which is not good for the body; therefore, it is not advisable to manage it...[Read More] Managing Uterine Fibroids: Traditional Chinese Medicine vs. Surgery
Managing Seborrheic Dermatitis: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help?
Seborrheic dermatitis? Dr. Ding, I have a question for you... I have an allergic constitution with allergic rhinitis and atopic dermatitis, but they are currently well controlled. However, in early November, I suddenly developed seborrheic dermatitis (on my scalp). Is this also c...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: Seborrheic dermatitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the skin in areas where sebaceous glands are more concentrated. Generally, symptoms can be managed but not completely cured. In addition to pharmacological management, it is advisable to avoid overly spi...[Read More] Managing Seborrheic Dermatitis: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help?
Can I Take Qibao Meiran Dan for Hair and Back Pain?
Can I take this medication? Hello, Dr. Ding! I have a question I would like to ask you. Recently, I have come across information online about a health supplement called "Seven Treasures Hair Nourishing Pill," which is said to help with hair darkening and also alleviate ...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: The composition of Qibao Meiren Dan includes He Shou Wu, Bu Gu Zhi, Fu Ling, Goji Berries, Niu Xi, and Dong Quai, which are herbs used to nourish the liver and kidneys as well as to replenish Qi and blood. It is effective for lower back pain caused by liver and kidney defi...[Read More] Can I Take Qibao Meiran Dan for Hair and Back Pain?
Understanding Headaches Triggered by Hair Products: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
Headache I only need to use hair mousse or hair dye, and my head hurts so much that I can't concentrate. As soon as I wash it out with water, my headache improves significantly. What kind of condition is this?
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Mousse containing acrylates can cause strong skin irritation and may lead to allergic reactions. Hair dyes containing para-phenylenediamine can cause scalp swelling and blisters, while persulfates can trigger skin and respiratory allergies. The side effects from these two substan...[Read More] Understanding Headaches Triggered by Hair Products: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective