Understanding Water Retention: Impact on Health and Metabolic Syndrome
Is the body retaining too much fluid? Excessive fluid retention in the body can lead to qi deficiency, which may contribute to the development of metabolic syndrome. When the body feels as if it is submerged in water, it can lead to various health issues, including edema, hyperte...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Jacky/37/Netizen, 1. Many conditions can lead to edema, such as heart and lung failure, drug toxicity, malignant tumors, proteinuria (nephrotic syndrome), and hypothyroidism. Excess fluid retention in the body can increase the burden on the heart, kidneys, spleen, and lungs...[Read More] Understanding Water Retention: Impact on Health and Metabolic Syndrome
Herbal Remedies for Frequent Mouth Sores: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
excuse me? Is there any traditional Chinese medicine that can help with frequent oral ulcers?
Dr. Chen Zhaoxun Reply:
Hello Mr. Jiang: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), recurrent oral ulcers can be categorized into several types, generally closely related to the heart, liver, and spleen. Essentially, they are associated with internal heat in the organs, which can be classified into excess h...[Read More] Herbal Remedies for Frequent Mouth Sores: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Unexplained Low Platelet Count: Exploring Causes and Treatment Options
Thrombocytopenia with an unknown cause? At the end of March, my health check revealed a platelet count of 50,000. I went to a large hospital for further examination, which included various blood tests, an abdominal ultrasound, and everything appeared normal. A bone marrow biopsy ...
Dr. Chen Zhaoxun Reply:
Hello KK: The diagnostic methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) differ from those of Western medicine. Western medicine is microscopic, meaning it breaks down diseases into smaller and smaller parts until they cannot be divided further; whereas TCM is macroscopic, viewing ...[Read More] Unexplained Low Platelet Count: Exploring Causes and Treatment Options
Can You Brew Tian Dong, Mai Dong, and Goji Berries Together?
Tian Dong (Asparagus cochinchinensis) and Mai Dong (Ophiopogon japon Can Tian Dong (Asparagus Root), Mai Dong (Ophiopogon Root), and Goji Berries be cooked together for consumption? What are the recommended proportions for each ingredient? What are the health effects of regularly...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Dear QQ, Hello! Asparagus root (Tian Men Dong) is sweet and bitter in taste, and has a cold nature. Its functions include nourishing yin, moistening dryness, and clearing heat to resolve phlegm. Ophiopogon (Mai Men Dong) is sweet with a slight bitterness and a cold nature, and i...[Read More] Can You Brew Tian Dong, Mai Dong, and Goji Berries Together?
Key Considerations for Managing Menopause Symptoms Effectively
What should be focused on during menopause? Hello Doctor: I am 54 years old and have a few questions I would like to ask. As I have entered middle age, I have noticed a significant decline in my physical stamina, along with symptoms such as easy fatigue, difficulty walking for lo...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Emmie, Thank you for your letter. For easy fatigue and difficulty walking, you can consider purchasing Ensure powder, taking it once a day to supplement trace elements and provide more comprehensive nutrition. If your teeth feel sore and soft, you should see a dentist to ch...[Read More] Key Considerations for Managing Menopause Symptoms Effectively
Effective Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Weight Loss
I want to lose weight? I am a working woman. For a long time, obesity has been a pain in my heart. Before marriage, my weight was around 45 kg. After giving birth, my weight increased to 65 kg (I am only 158 cm tall) and I can't seem to lose it. I have tried several weight l...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Hello: Many women experience weight regulation issues after childbirth, especially those who have a weaker constitution post-delivery, making it difficult to use many weight loss medications. Weight loss generally consists of acupuncture and pharmacological treatments. However, i...[Read More] Effective Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Weight Loss
Can Danshen Improve Angina Symptoms? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Can taking Danshen improve angina? Hello Doctor: I recently saw on television that Danshen is good for cardiovascular health. Is Danshen beneficial for angina? Should it be taken alone or in combination with other herbs? Will it significantly improve symptoms? Does this mean that...
Dr. Yang Junkui Reply:
Hello Eva: I apologize for not receiving the email until January 23, 2010! I will inquire with the relevant information personnel on how to be promptly informed about issues raised online. Ginseng, based on ancient usage, is said to nourish the heart, dispel blood stasis, and pro...[Read More] Can Danshen Improve Angina Symptoms? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Tongue Health: Causes of Pain, Red Dots, and Cracks
Regarding the tongue? Hello, Dr. Yan. I previously asked you about issues related to my tongue (such as pain, a burning sensation, and small red spots on the tip). After taking traditional Chinese medicine for a while, the burning sensation has become less frequent, but I would l...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Mr. Wang: Hello! I hope this message finds you well. The small red spots on the tip of your tongue indicate that there is some residual heat in your body. The tip of the tongue corresponds to the heart and lungs, suggesting that the residual heat is located in the upper body. The...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Health: Causes of Pain, Red Dots, and Cracks
Understanding Heart and Kidney Responses to Stress in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Heart/Kidney Hello Doctor, my father experiences a rapid heartbeat whenever he gets nervous or when his face suddenly gets splashed with water. Additionally, he feels a strong pulsating sensation in the area near his kidneys, close to his lower back. Could you please explain what...
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun Reply:
Hello Marydy, It is indeed difficult to discern your father's true issue from your letter. If he experiences palpitations when feeling anxious or when exposed to cold water, it is more likely related to the traditional Chinese medicine theory of liver qi, which corresponds ...[Read More] Understanding Heart and Kidney Responses to Stress in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Tongue Symptoms: Are They Signs of Heart Issues?
Could you please provide more details about the issue with your tongue? Hello, Dr. Yan. I previously asked you about issues related to my tongue (painful and rough sensation, a spicy feeling, and some small red spots on the tip of my tongue). You mentioned that if these symptoms ...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Hello Sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Your question has been answered via email. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out again. Wishing you peace and happiness.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Symptoms: Are They Signs of Heart Issues?
Understanding Tongue Pain: When to See a Doctor for Symptoms
Could you please provide more details about the issue with your tongue? Hello, Dr. Yan. Recently, I have been experiencing some discomfort in my tongue; it feels a bit painful and has a spicy sensation, with some small red spots on the tip. I would like to ask why I might have th...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Mr. Wang: Hello! I hope this message finds you well! You mentioned experiencing a sore and prickly sensation on your tongue, along with small red spots on the tip. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, this could be related to heart issues, which is a valid considerati...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Pain: When to See a Doctor for Symptoms
Understanding Kidney Yin Deficiency: Symptoms and Remedies in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Kidney deficiency? I have previously engaged in excessive masturbation, which has led to symptoms such as increased liver fire, dry mouth, a bitter taste in my mouth, dark circles under my eyes, eye fatigue, pale yellow urine, and poor energy levels after sleeping (not exceeding ...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
1. It is inevitable for young people to engage in masturbation; it is a common phenomenon during the growth process. As long as it is not too frequent and does not interfere with daily life, it is acceptable. 2. Your constitution is characterized by Yin deficiency and excessive Y...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Yin Deficiency: Symptoms and Remedies in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Erectile Dysfunction?
Please let me know what you would like to ask? Hello Dr. Lin, I have been experiencing a decline in sexual function over the past year or two. I find it difficult to achieve an erection, and sometimes it becomes soft shortly after achieving one. Even with medication (Viagra), the...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
Hello: This phenomenon is referred to in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as kidney yang deficiency or kidney yin deficiency, depending on the symptoms. TCM has shown significant and lasting effects in treating sexual dysfunction, but the key is to tailor the treatment to the s...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Erectile Dysfunction?
Understanding Sexual Dysfunction and Sleep Issues: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Questions about dietary supplements? Hello, Dr. Lin. 1. For more than six months, I have been feeling that I might have some degree of erectile dysfunction. My erections tend to fade quickly (within half a minute), and if I withdraw during intercourse, the same issue occurs, ca...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
Hello, 1. Your symptoms are referred to in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Kidney Yang Deficiency, which includes conditions such as premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, and difficulty in achieving an erection. In TCM, the primary focus is on tonifying Kidney Yang...[Read More] Understanding Sexual Dysfunction and Sleep Issues: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Is Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Right for Your Body Type?
Is it suitable for me? Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao is suitable for individuals with deficiencies in both Qi and Yin, as well as those experiencing symptoms related to kidney deficiency. However, it is not recommended for individuals with excess heat conditions, such as Qi and Yin deficie...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Ling Mei, I hope this message finds you well. The signs of yin deficiency and excessive fire include: five hearts feeling hot, dry mouth, red tongue, and thin, rapid pulse. Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao is a formulation made from four ingredients: turtle shell, deer antler glue, gins...[Read More] Is Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Right for Your Body Type?
Can This Traditional Chinese Remedy Help with Fat Loss?
Can this help with fat reduction? Ingredients: 20 slices of red guava, 15 slices of hawthorn, 2 slices of dried tangerine peel, 2000 cc of hot water. Method: 1. Bring the above ingredients to a boil over high heat, then simmer for 10 minutes on low heat. 2. During meals, inst...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear LING online user, Regarding the use of red heart guava slices, hawthorn, and dried tangerine peel, these are primarily natural materials. Hawthorn is sour and astringent, and it is not advisable for individuals with gastrointestinal issues to use it excessively. However, if...[Read More] Can This Traditional Chinese Remedy Help with Fat Loss?
Managing Appetite Loss and Low Weight: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Loss of appetite and underweight? Hello Doctor: For many years, I have been struggling with a loss of appetite every summer. Sometimes, even when I am clearly hungry, I can't eat anything. I often experience flatulence upon waking up in the morning, and occasionally I feel n...
Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Dear Stacy, In response to your question, the "Treatise on Typhoid and Miscellaneous Diseases" states: "In summer, the yang energy is on the surface, while the yin energy is weak internally." In simpler terms, during summer, the blood vessels at the surface o...[Read More] Managing Appetite Loss and Low Weight: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Understanding Qi Deficiency: Symptoms, Treatment, and Herbal Remedies
Insufficient Qi I have been experiencing episodes of dizziness lasting about 2 to 3 seconds recently. I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who suggested that it might be due to insufficient qi, which cannot reach the head, leading to these symptoms. I was presc...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Pipi, I hope this message finds you well. Brief episodes of dizziness may occur after menstruation in females due to insufficient blood volume distribution. It can also happen due to staying up late, overexertion, or prolonged periods without rest, and may be caused by card...[Read More] Understanding Qi Deficiency: Symptoms, Treatment, and Herbal Remedies
Managing Uremia: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help?
Uremia Hello, my mother has recently been experiencing vomiting and loss of appetite. After going to the hospital for examination, she was diagnosed with uremia, and the doctor recommended dialysis. However, my mother is reluctant to accept dialysis due to her conservative belief...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Pi Pi/1/41 user, 1. Your mother has recently been experiencing vomiting and loss of appetite, and after being examined at the hospital, she has been diagnosed with uremia. The doctor has recommended dialysis. You and your family, including friends, must find a way to persua...[Read More] Managing Uremia: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help?
Understanding Qi and Blood Deficiency: Insights for Chronic Pain Relief
Continuation of questions regarding Qi deficiency or Blood deficiency? Dr. Hsu: Hello, thank you very much for your patient response. I would like to ask a follow-up question regarding my long-term neck, shoulder, and back pain, which becomes severe every winter. I have tried sev...
Dr. Xu Weihong Reply:
According to your description, this should fall under the category of emotional disorders in Traditional Chinese Medicine, which is also a manifestation of weakened brain nerves. I recommend the following: engage in aerobic exercise for more than 30 minutes, 3 to 4 times a week; ...[Read More] Understanding Qi and Blood Deficiency: Insights for Chronic Pain Relief