Long-Term Use of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Potential Side Effects and Concerns
Issues with Long-term Use of Traditional Chinese Medicine Hello, doctor. I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine to help with my constipation for five years without any breaks, following the prescription provided by my physician. The doctor recommended two packets a day, ...
Dr. Lai Huilian Reply:
Dear Miss Pei-Chen, Based on the symptoms you described, they do not appear to have a significant correlation with prolonged use of traditional Chinese medicine. They may be more related to lifestyle stress. It would be advisable to discuss with your physician whether any adjust...[Read More] Long-Term Use of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Potential Side Effects and Concerns
Seeking Recommendations for Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctors in Taipei
Inquire about recommended physicians? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if you could recommend a suitable Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) physician at Taipei City Hospital. Currently, my TCM doctor has not been able to manage my autonomic nervous system disorder symptoms, and...
Dr. Gao Peiyi Reply:
Dr. Hsieh Ming-Hsien from the Lin Sen Medical Center.[Read More] Seeking Recommendations for Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctors in Taipei
Understanding the Impact of Traditional Chinese Medicine on Sleep and Appetite
Medication consultation Due to my loss of appetite, my weight decreased from 52 kg in September 2022 to 44 kg in February 2023. The medication I took had no effect. On February 19, 2023, I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine doctor who prescribed the following: - An Zhong ...
Dr. Peng Renyuan Reply:
Hello Ms. You: Based on your prescription, it seems unrelated to sleep issues. As for the appetite loss and weight loss you mentioned, you may want to discuss with your primary physician whether there are emotional factors influencing these symptoms, and then determine a treatmen...[Read More] Understanding the Impact of Traditional Chinese Medicine on Sleep and Appetite
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and Nutritional Supplements
Tinnitus and Dietary Supplements I really find it hard to believe what the traditional Chinese medicine doctor told me at the end of last month. He said my tinnitus is caused by neural fatigue. My tinnitus includes sounds like buzzing, EE, or noise similar to a base station, radi...
Dr. Gao Peiyi Reply:
Oral administration of B6 and B12 is possible, but it has limited benefits for tinnitus. Hospital examinations are primarily to rule out critical illnesses and manageable underlying conditions, after which treatment options are quite limited. Typically, Western medicine education...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and Nutritional Supplements
Understanding Tinnitus: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Tinnitus issues I really find it hard to believe what the traditional Chinese medicine doctor told me at the end of last month, that my tinnitus is caused by neural fatigue. My tinnitus includes sounds like buzzing, EE, or noise similar to a base station, radio static, or poor ch...
Dr. Gao Peiyi Reply:
I'm not quite clear on the issue.[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Understanding Tinnitus and Brain Noise: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Tinnitus and pulsatile tinnitus issues? Hello, Dr. Gao. I have never experienced tinnitus before, but it started about three weeks ago, a day or two after the four-day Double Tenth holiday. I really can't believe that the Chinese medicine doctor prescribed medication suggest...
Dr. Gao Peiyi Reply:
Based on the current situation, it is recommended to prioritize traditional Chinese medicine, with acupuncture as a supplementary treatment.[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus and Brain Noise: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Sudden Insomnia: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Sudden difficulty falling asleep? Hello Doctor: I have recently experienced sudden insomnia for a week. Whenever I lie down, I feel very alert, making it difficult to fall asleep even after lying down for a long time. As a result, I wake up in the morning with a headache and a st...
Dr. Gao Peiyi Reply:
Hello, Q1: Do I need to see a Western doctor for this? A1: Not yet. Q2: Does this count as acute insomnia? A2: Yes. Q3: Would acupuncture help a bit? A3: It can provide some relief, but the effects of traditional Chinese medicine can be slow. If multiple issues are being addresse...[Read More] Sudden Insomnia: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Do Herbal Remedies Cause Insomnia? Understanding Your Chinese Medicine Prescription
Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask about my treatment for menstrual pain and nasal congestion during sleep with Traditional Chinese Medicine. This time, the doctor prescribed me Danggui Sini Decoction and Mahuang Fuzheng Xixin Decoction t...
Dr. Zhang Chunfang Reply:
Traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions are matched with the constitution of deficiency or excess, cold or heat syndromes. For deficiency and cold, warming and hot formulas like Ma Huang decoction may be used. If it affects sleep duration, it can be taken before noon. Please d...[Read More] Do Herbal Remedies Cause Insomnia? Understanding Your Chinese Medicine Prescription
Managing High Hepatitis B Levels: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Elevated hepatitis B index? The recent hepatitis B test results show E antigen positive at 1774, Y-GT at 16, total bilirubin at 0.60, GOT at 33, GPT at 73, and AEP at 2.4 (previous tests were normal). Is there a way to reduce hepatitis through traditional Chinese medicine? Rega...
Dr. Gao Peiyi Reply:
1. Yes. 2. Try to maintain a regular schedule; it is not necessary to sleep before a specific time. This liver concept belongs to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) meridians, not Western medicine. 3. A balanced diet is sufficient; avoid long-term use of overly warming or immune-...[Read More] Managing High Hepatitis B Levels: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Should I Stop Herbal Remedies Before Getting the NOVAVAX Vaccine?
Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation I am scheduled to receive the NOVAVAX vaccine next week (July 13) due to insomnia. I am currently taking a herbal formula for liver regulation and sour jujube seed soup. Should I stop taking these, or will they not affect the vaccine? Tha...
Dr. Lü Bingcheng Reply:
Currently, there is a lack of research on the interactions between various traditional Chinese medicines and different vaccines. Therefore, it is advised that Mr. Huang should pause the use of traditional Chinese medicine if he experiences adverse effects after receiving the vacc...[Read More] Should I Stop Herbal Remedies Before Getting the NOVAVAX Vaccine?
Can I Take Sanqi and Danggui Shaoyao San During My Period?
Is it safe to consume Sanqi (Notoginseng) and Danggui Shaoyao San during menstruation? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing irregular menstruation (my period has lasted for nearly four months this time, and previously due to the COVID vaccine, I had my first dose followed by a ...
Dr. Gao Peiyi Reply:
Danggui Shaoyao San, Zhibai Dihuang Wan, and their relation to menstrual conditions are not significant. There is some controversy regarding Sanqi; if the daily dosage of this herbal medicine exceeds one gram, it is recommended to discontinue use. However, the impact of medicatio...[Read More] Can I Take Sanqi and Danggui Shaoyao San During My Period?
Understanding Heart Health: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Follow-up Inquiry #180193 Cardiac Consultation Dear Dr. Chang, Thank you very much for your personal response and guidance in the consultation regarding heart concerns (#180193). I have visited a Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic today (April 1) for treatment. The physician as...
Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello, Ah-Hsiang: Regarding your first question, there are no absolute corresponding situations in clinical practice; there are only potentially related conditions, so it is not possible to apply a specific diagnosis and expect a certain pulse pattern to appear. For your second q...[Read More] Understanding Heart Health: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Thyroid Issues: Symptoms, Treatments, and Integrative Care
Thyroid issues? Hello Doctor, thank you for taking the time to respond. Since last night, my heart rate has been consistently high, around 100 beats per minute or more, and I can feel my heartbeat even while lying in bed. This morning, I visited an ENT specialist who noted a low-...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Hello! For thyroid issues, it is recommended to consult a Western medicine endocrinologist, who can perform a blood test to check if the thyroid levels are normal for diagnosis. Chinese medicine and Western medicine should be taken an hour apart. For hemorrhoids, mild cases can b...[Read More] Understanding Thyroid Issues: Symptoms, Treatments, and Integrative Care
Managing Palpitations: Traditional Chinese Medicine and Herbal Remedies
Palpitations, medication consultation? Hello, Dr. Yan. I apologize for bothering you. Since last year, I have been experiencing a sensation of missed heartbeats. After a cardiology examination, it was found that I had around 500 ventricular premature contractions (VPCs) in one da...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Hello, Anonymous! Yangxin Decoction is used to treat palpitations caused by deficiency of heart qi. Shengmai San is suitable for arrhythmias and ventricular tachycardia. Ganmai Dazao Decoction is used for autonomic nervous system disorders, neurasthenia, and insomnia. Xinyi Qingf...[Read More] Managing Palpitations: Traditional Chinese Medicine and Herbal Remedies
Understanding Sleep Issues: Heartbeat Sounds and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Sleep issues Hello Dr. Yan, - **Chief Complaint**: For the past 1 to 2 months, I have experienced occasional insomnia. The reason is that when I lie down, I can hear my heartbeat, which feels like a rhythmic pounding, preventing me from achieving deep sleep. Subsequently, I meas...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Hello, Ah Xiang. Anxiety and panic disorders, along with drinking tea in the evening, can lead to hearing your heartbeat while sleeping. Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners do not rely solely on pulse diagnosis; they utilize the four diagnostic methods: observation, listen...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Issues: Heartbeat Sounds and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Yin Deficiency: Recovery Tips for Improved Health
Yin deficiency with excess heat I used to masturbate every day, but after going abroad for studies, my body suddenly became very unwell, possibly due to the weather. At first, my mouth became very dry, to the point of having no saliva, and it had an unpleasant odor. I also experi...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Hello, Soda Cool Old Man! If you find saliva slowly dripping out during abstinence, it indicates that your method is correct. To recover more quickly, you can also improve your sleep; if you sleep soundly and sufficiently, you will definitely recover faster. How long it takes to ...[Read More] Understanding Yin Deficiency: Recovery Tips for Improved Health
Managing Premature Ventricular Contractions with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Ventricular premature contraction (VPC) Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if traditional Chinese medicine can help control the symptoms of premature ventricular contractions (PVCs), which sometimes cause a sensation of missed heartbeats. Western medicine only offers options like...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear online friend Xiao Yi, hello! Ventricular premature contractions can be managed with traditional Chinese medicine, but they cannot completely prevent recurrence. The medications mentioned above primarily treat symptoms such as headaches, insomnia, dry eyes, and blurred visio...[Read More] Managing Premature Ventricular Contractions with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Unexplained Fever and Rapid Heartbeat: Causes and Insights
Fever of unknown origin, body temperature elevation? Hello, last night after work, I suddenly felt warm, but it wasn't a fever, and my heart was racing. Today, I am experiencing the same situation. I would like to know what could be the cause of this, and whether it is a med...
Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Hello, Mr. Jun. Due to the limited information you provided, it is difficult to give a precise answer. In medical terms, a feeling of warmth is not a primary disease symptom and usually needs to be accompanied by other phenomena. You mentioned that this occurs after returning hom...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Fever and Rapid Heartbeat: Causes and Insights
Understanding Unexplained Fever and Rapid Heartbeat: Causes and Concerns
Fever of unknown origin, body temperature elevation? Hello, last night after work, I suddenly felt warm, but it wasn't a fever, and my heart was racing. Today, I'm experiencing the same situation. I would like to know what could be the cause of this and if it is a medic...
Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Hello, Mr. Jun. Due to the limited information you provided, it is difficult to give a precise answer. In medical terms, a sensation of warmth is not typically a primary disease symptom and usually needs to be accompanied by other phenomena. You mentioned that this occurs after r...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Fever and Rapid Heartbeat: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Insomnia: Symptoms, Causes, and Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Insomnia at night Hello, doctor. In the past, I used to stay up until 1 or 2 AM and wake up at 6 or 7 AM to take care of some things, then continue to nap until 8 or 9 AM. However, no matter how I slept, I would have vivid dreams, and waking up made me feel even more tired. Now, ...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Anonymous user: Hello! Going to bed at 11 PM and waking up at 6 or 7 AM means you are sleeping well. After waking up, if you go back to sleep until 8 or 9 AM (when you start dreaming), you may be in the rapid eye movement (REM) phase of the sleep cycle. Waking up during this time...[Read More] Understanding Insomnia: Symptoms, Causes, and Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions