Height, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ

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...

Acupressure Points for Height Growth: Tips and Techniques for Teens

Acupoint issues? Hello, doctor. Could you please tell me which acupressure points can help with height growth? How should I apply pressure for the best effect? I’ve heard that one should feel soreness when pressing on acupressure points to achieve "Qi" flow for it to be...

Dr. Lai Jianhong Reply:
According to growth curves, at 16 years old, you have already surpassed the average height for females in Taiwan, so congratulations! As for whether there is still room for growth, a more professional assessment is needed, including imaging studies to determine bone age and a com...

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Penis Size Issues?

The issue of penile size? Concerns about penile size? Is there still hope with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)? Age: 33. I have consulted a TCM doctor and have been taking Gui Lu Er Xian Wan and Yi Guan Jian. Can these medications help the penis grow again? If so, how long sho...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear qwert/33/0, Hello, regarding the issue of penile size; is there hope with traditional Chinese medicine? Here is the response: 1. Many men are caught up in the erroneous notions of conquest and possession, compounded by misleading advertisements, which leads them to be over...

What Foods Can Support Bone Growth for Teens After Injury?

What can be eaten to promote bone growth? What can I eat to promote bone growth? I am currently in the second year of junior high school and suffered a closed fracture of the ankle bone in May this year, which did not require surgery. Recently, after playing basketball, my foot h...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Koala, 1. In May of this year, you sustained a closed fracture of the ankle bone without surgery. Recently, after playing basketball, you have been experiencing soreness in your foot. You may consider acupuncture or traditional Chinese medicine for promoting blood circulat...

Weight Loss, Breast Growth, and Height Increase: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach

Weight loss (breast enhancement and height increase) I started my weight loss journey in January of this year. Initially, I was 59 kg at a height of 158 cm, aiming to lose 1 kg per month. By June, I reached my lowest weight of 48 kg. However, during the summer job, the people the...

Dr. Lin Zhemin Reply:
To grow taller, one must consider bone age; if the growth plates have already fused, it is essentially impossible to increase height. Wanting to enhance breast size while also aiming to lose weight is fundamentally conflicting. If one is still in the developmental stage, it is no...

Understanding Menstrual Pain After Childbirth: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

Menstrual pain in mature women? Hello Doctor: Today is the second day of my menstrual period, but I have a lot of abdominal pain and my lower back is very sore. I have already given birth to two children, but for the past two to three months, I have been experiencing menstrual cr...

Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello Joyce: Based on your description, your dysmenorrhea is classified as secondary dysmenorrhea, indicating that it is not an initial issue but has developed over time. You have already undergone a gynecological examination with no significant findings, which helps rule out cer...

Understanding Irregular Menstruation in Teen Girls: When to Seek Help

Irregular menstruation and bone health? Hello Doctor: I have a 15-year-old daughter who has had her first menstruation for two and a half years. During this time, her menstrual cycle has been very irregular. Initially, she experienced continuous bleeding, although the flow was no...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Miss Lin, I am glad to receive your letter! Your daughter, who is 15 years old, is experiencing irregular menstruation. The pattern of menstruation can sometimes be related to genetics, so it would be helpful to look into the menstrual history of female relatives in your fa...

Can Acupuncture and Cupping Help Increase Height After Growth Plates Close?

How can I increase my height? I am a 21-year-old male, 160 cm tall and weighing 56 kg. When I was 18, I took growth supplements from both Chinese and Western medicine, but they were ineffective. I have only grown 2 cm since I was 16. When I was 20, I had an X-ray of my hand, and ...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Peter, You are a 21-year-old male, standing at 160 cm and weighing 56 kg. You mentioned that you took growth supplements, both traditional Chinese and Western, at the age of 18, but did not experience any further height increase. From the age of 16 until now, you have only ...

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 ...

Do Growth Treatments Help 10-Year-Old Girls Increase Height?

Could you please clarify your question regarding growth spurts during puberty? Does a 10-year-old girl in the fifth grade need to see a growth clinic this year? Does taking growth supplements really help with height increase?

Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: The issue of height enhancement has been hyped by manufacturers in recent years. Height is related not only to genetics but also to various factors such as diet, exercise, lifestyle, and stress. If an individual's growth and overall health are already good, there is n...

Boosting Height and Digestive Health with Traditional Chinese Medicine

Promote Growth (Strengthen Spleen and Stomach) Hello, doctor: I am currently a sophomore in high school, with a height of only 170 cm, and I am also quite thin. Are there any methods to promote my bone growth? (I have been drinking milk for a while, but it hasn't helped.) Ad...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear A-Jie online friend, Hello (I apologize for the late response as I was out of the country for a conference). 1. You are currently in your second year of high school, with a height of only 170 cm and a slender build. To promote your skeletal growth, in addition to drinking...

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...

Herbal Remedies for Height Growth and Skin Health in Teens

Not growing taller? For the 17-year-old male (168 cm, 55 kg) with acne, to support growth, it is important to focus on a balanced diet rich in nutrients that promote height increase, such as calcium, vitamin D, and protein. Herbal formulas that may be considered include: 1. **As...

Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Hello, for a 17-year-old male, a bone age assessment is necessary. If he is already over 16 years old, his growth potential will be significantly limited. Acne can be treated with traditional Chinese medicine, depending on the individual's constitution. For a 15-year-old fem...

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...

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Increase Height in Adolescents?

Short stature I am about to enter the first year of high school, but my height is only 146 cm. Is this considered very short? I haven't grown at all during my three years in junior high school. Is it still possible to grow taller if I take traditional Chinese medicine? Shoul...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Internet user (female, 16 years old), 1. You are about to enter the next grade, but your height is only 146 cm, which is considered quite short. Moreover, you have not experienced any growth during your three years in junior high school. Whether you will grow taller depends...

Effective Chinese Medicine Remedies for Growth Issues in Teens

Short stature This year, I am graduating from junior high school. I am not very tall (168 cm, under 50 kg), I have a good appetite, but I have digestive issues. Is there a suitable "bone-strengthening formula" for me?

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
1. Each person's height is influenced by both genetic factors and environmental factors. The main environmental factors include nutrition, exercise, sleep, and diseases. To achieve optimal growth, it is essential to focus on a balanced diet. This should be complemented by ap...

Understanding Infertility: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine

Are you already infertile? Six years ago, I was pregnant and underwent a medical abortion at six weeks due to financial pressures when I was younger. Since then, I have frequently experienced delayed menstruation, and my menstrual flow often seems to end quickly by the third or f...

Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Dear Ling: No physician can definitively tell you that you are infertile and that you must conceive successfully. Both partners need to be in a compatible condition. Your irregular menstrual cycle and light flow can be influenced by emotional factors and previous induced abortion...

Understanding Testicular Development and Body Weight Issues in Teen Boys

Development Hello, doctor. I have a few questions I would like to ask you: 1. I am currently in my senior year of high school, but I feel like my testicles have not fully developed. My penis length is average, but my testicles seem a bit small. Is this related to my habit of mast...

Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
1. Please come to the clinic for an examination to determine if development is incomplete. 2. It is unclear what your height and weight are, so I cannot comment on whether you are underweight or overweight; I recommend coming to the clinic for a comprehensive evaluation.

Height Growth Tips for 19-Year-Olds: Myths and Facts

19 years old... techniques for increasing height? I am nineteen years old and every day when I enter the classroom, I am mocked for being short. I can no longer endure this. Doctor, I weigh 61 kg and am 166 cm tall. I heard that doing pull-ups can help with height? I can do 20 pu...

Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Hello! Your age should still be within a range that allows for adjustment. Height is influenced by genetic factors as well as environmental factors, so a comprehensive evaluation is necessary to determine the reasons for not growing taller. There are some traditional Chinese medi...

Understanding Reduced Menstrual Flow: Is It Normal or a Side Effect?

Decreased menstrual flow? Your friend has been experiencing menstrual pain and has been taking Western medicine. After starting traditional Chinese medicine in August, including concentrated herbal formulas (Gui Pi Decoction, Zuo Gui Pill, Wen Jing Decoction, and Shao Fu Zhu Yu D...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear user di1722, In response to your question: 1. Your friend has experienced a decrease in menstrual flow accompanied by dysmenorrhea and has been taking Western medicine. In August of this year, she began taking concentrated Chinese herbal medicine (Gui Pi Decoction, Zuo Gui...

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