Health supplements, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ

Can Children Drink Growth Soup After Early Menstruation?

The issue of children consuming growth-enhancing soup? Hello Dr. Chang: Last year, when my daughter was nearly 10 years old, she had her first menstrual period. We took her to see a pediatric geneticist, who advised that her early menstruation was concerning and recommended delay...

Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello, Mrs. Chuang: You can still drink the bone-strengthening soup. Please consult a trusted traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner nearby to prescribe suitable herbal medicine for you. As for the issue of health supplements, I recommend discussing it with your TCM prac...

Managing Floaters: Herbal Remedies and Dietary Supplements

Vitreous Floaters Dietary Supplements Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine to treat my floaters, and the doctor prescribed me a kidney-nourishing formula, which I have been taking for over a month. However, the improvement has been minimal. Sin...

Dr. Lai Huilian Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsieh, Traditional Chinese medicine treatment requires patience and time. Combining acupuncture with medication can enhance the therapeutic effect. Most cases of floaters are benign and are often physiological floaters (such as those caused by aging or myopia). They do ...

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine and Lutein Supplements Be Taken Together?

Issues Related to the Consumption of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Food Hello Doctor, I am currently taking traditional Chinese medicine to regulate my body and I also consume lutein supplements (in capsule form) daily. I would like to ask if it is safe to take traditional Chi...

Dr. Lü Bingcheng Reply:
It is recommended to space the intake of traditional Chinese medicine and health supplements by at least 1 to 2 hours to reduce potential interactions between the substances.

Can You Conceive While Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine for Fertility?

If you are planning to conceive and are taking traditional Chinese medicine to regulate your body, can you avoid contraception while taking these herbs? I am planning to get pregnant and visited a traditional Chinese medicine clinic to prepare my body. The physician prescribed th...

Dr. Lai Huilian Reply:
1. It is recommended that you call the physician who prescribed your medication, as they are the one who has had direct contact with you. They are most familiar with your physical condition and the rationale behind the prescription, so asking them will provide you with more accur...

Can You Take Vitamin B Supplements While Using Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Combining traditional Chinese medicine with Western medications and health supplements? Hello, Doctor: I am currently taking traditional Chinese medicine for gynecological regulation (the prescription includes Dang Gui Shao Yao San and Si Ni San). I would like to ask if I can con...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear online friend Emily: When taking traditional Chinese medicine, it can be taken simultaneously with other health supplements, but there should be an interval of at least 1 hour between the two. Wishing you peace and health! Sincerely, Yen Su-Mei, Department of Traditional Chi...

Can Inositol and Vitex Help Regulate Menstrual Cycle and Improve Fertility?

Inositol and Chaste Tree Berry? Hello, could you please tell me if consuming inositol and chaste tree (Vitex) has any regulatory effects on menstruation? I usually experience heavy menstrual flow with blood clots. Can these two help improve my condition? Additionally, does inosit...

Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello, what you mentioned falls under the category of health supplements, and there are no clear literature reports to support their efficacy. Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes differential diagnosis and treatment, which should be based on individual constitution. It is rec...

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...

Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Guide to Herbal Remedies

Traditional Chinese Medicine Inquiry Hello Dr. Chu, could you please clarify the indications for the following prescriptions? After each meal: - Ba Jitian (Morinda root) 0.30 GM - Rou Cong Rong (Cistanche) 0.30 GM - Yin Yang Huo (Epimedium) 0.30 GM - Huan Shao Dan 2.00 GM - Qin...

Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Dear Pan, In response to your inquiry, here are the details: 1. Herbs such as Morinda root (巴戟天), Cistanche (肉蓯蓉), Epimedium (淫羊藿), and Rehmannia (還少丹) are used as kidney tonics to treat kidney deficiency, which can alleviate symptoms like lower back pain, frequent urination, a...

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, ...

Post-Surgery Recovery: Traditional Chinese Medicine for Heart Health

Postoperative care Hello Dr. Lin, I recently suffered a myocardial infarction and have undergone coronary artery bypass surgery. I am currently in the recovery phase. In addition to regularly taking the lipid-lowering and anti-vascular occlusion medications prescribed by my docto...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
1. Myocardial infarction is classified as an acute and critical condition that requires immediate transfer to a large Western medicine hospital for emergency intensive care treatment, along with necessary interventions from Western medicine to save lives. After undergoing coronar...

Is Ginkgo Safe for Those with Kidney Issues? Expert Insights

Medication issues Hello Dr. Lin, may I ask what the effects of taking ginkgo (available at pharmacies) are on the body? Does it increase the burden on the liver and kidneys? I have existing kidney issues (Cr 1.7/BUN 21/with occasional hematuria and proteinuria). Given this situat...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Bear, Hello! Ginkgo, also known as Bai Guo in traditional Chinese medicine, is used for treating asthma and cough, as well as for addressing issues such as leukorrhea in women and impotence in men. Currently, the health supplements available on the market that contain gink...

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Effectively Treat Hepatitis B?

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine treat hepatitis B? I am a carrier of hepatitis B, and I recently went to the hospital for a check-up where I found out that my liver function is abnormal. The doctor prescribed medication for me, but I want to switch to traditional Chinese medicin...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Hepatitis indicates that the liver is in an inflammatory state. Western medicine advises against taking medications indiscriminately, which is a valid perspective. It is essential to seek prescriptions from licensed and reputable traditional Chinese medicine practitioners. Avoid ...