Understanding the Effects of Turtle and Deer Gel on Knee Injuries
Hello? Hello, doctor. I have a knee injury due to a sports injury, and a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner at a clinic advised me to buy Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao to take home. As a result, I experienced prolonged erections after taking it before bed. Is this normal, or should ...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao is a kidney-tonifying medicine, generally suitable for osteoporosis or joint degeneration due to kidney deficiency. It is not appropriate for younger individuals who do not exhibit symptoms of kidney deficiency, and it is recommended to discontinue use....[Read More] Understanding the Effects of Turtle and Deer Gel on Knee Injuries
Holistic Health Tips for Women: Balancing Wellness and Beauty
How to become a healthy and beautiful woman? Hello Dr. Peng, Main symptoms: 1. Mitral valve issues (long-term use of Entresto). 2. Allergic sinusitis (for many years). 3. History of renal hemorrhage fifteen years ago, leading to frequent soreness, which has recently increased. ...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Gradual adjustment can first focus on improving sleep to restore the body's metabolic rate to normal. This will enhance the self-repair of other bodily functions. Next, address the issue of body aches, and finally, adjust the allergic constitution. Based on your description,...[Read More] Holistic Health Tips for Women: Balancing Wellness and Beauty
Understanding Kidney Deficiency: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? Hello Dr. Lin: I sometimes experience a sensation in the glans that is hard to describe, somewhat like a warm, swollen discomfort. Because of this, my urine output is often low when I urinate, although I feel mu...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Hello, regarding your question, here are the answers: 1. The sensation you describe at the glans, which feels uncomfortable and is characterized by a warm, swollen feeling, could be related to sexual arousal or prostatitis. However, given your young age, it is more likely relate...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Deficiency: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights
Understanding Left Thigh Pain: Causes and Remedies in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Pain in the left thigh, specifically in the popliteal region? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing pain in the left thigh, particularly around the knee area. The pain is more pronounced when I stand in a "split stance" with my left side forward. However,...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Pain in the left knee area has not improved after seeing a rehabilitation specialist, so consider visiting a chiropractor in traditional Chinese medicine. The traditional Chinese medicine department at Taichung Hospital has chiropractors available for consultation. Incorrect post...[Read More] Understanding Left Thigh Pain: Causes and Remedies in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Knee Pain: Could It Be Gout? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Knee pain Hello, for the past year or two, I have been experiencing knee pain for about four days each month, but it is not accompanied by soreness. The pain can occur in either the left or right knee, and when I try to sit down or stand up, the pain is almost unbearable, making ...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
The symptoms worsen significantly at temperatures of 7-8°C, which is due to poor blood circulation. Previous injuries have led to the formation of fibrous tissue during the healing process, obstructing blood flow. When the temperature drops, blood coagulation and Qi stagnation ca...[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain: Could It Be Gout? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine: Concerns About Acupuncture and Cupping
Traditional massage therapy Hello Doctor: Due to long-term back pain, headaches, and dizziness, a colleague recommended that I try a local clinic. I hope you can take some time to answer the following questions. Thank you. 1. Before the acupuncture, the practitioner forcefully ...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
1. Needles can turn black, unless they are silver needles; generally, stainless steel needles do not turn black. 2. The color of the skin after removal indicates the degree of bruising and blood flow obstruction; the darker the color, the more severe the condition. If there is a ...[Read More] Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine: Concerns About Acupuncture and Cupping
Understanding Acupuncture: When and Why to Consider This Treatment for Knee Injuries
Acupuncture Recently, I went to the hospital for treatment due to a knee injury. I have been receiving treatment for about a month. Initially, the doctor provided acupuncture therapy, followed by massage therapy. After about two weeks, the doctor gradually stopped the acupuncture...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Communication is one of the important aspects of the doctor-patient relationship. You should communicate well with your physician to complete the full course of acupuncture treatment. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Acupuncture: When and Why to Consider This Treatment for Knee Injuries
Managing Knee Joint Misalignment: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Knee My knee joint bones often dislocate. I have seen a doctor who said it is due to joint degeneration and ligament laxity... but I'm only 19 years old! The doctor performed acupuncture and manual therapy, but after several sessions, there was no improvement. In fact, my kn...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
After the massage, you may experience increased pain, which could indicate over-treatment and a possibility of cartilage tissue inflammation. Considering your age, it is advisable to visit a larger hospital's orthopedic department for a thorough examination, including X-rays...[Read More] Managing Knee Joint Misalignment: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Exploring the Medicinal Benefits of Turmeric, Sanguisorba, and Duhuo
Sure! Here is the translation: What are the medical effects of Turmeric, Sanguisorba, and Spatholobus? Sure! Here’s the translation: What are the medical effects of turmeric, safflower, and clematis? Thank you.
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Turmeric: It has a slightly spicy and bitter taste, and when ingested, it has a cooling effect on the body. It is used for chest tightness and pain, as well as for conditions like bruising and pain from contusions, pain in the chest during breathing, or discomfort in the liver ar...[Read More] Exploring the Medicinal Benefits of Turmeric, Sanguisorba, and Duhuo
Does Masturbation Impact Sexual Health? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Does masturbation really affect sexual life? According to my understanding, Western medicine states that there are no medical reports confirming that masturbation is harmful to the human body. In fact, appropriate masturbation can relieve excessive sexual desire. However, Traditi...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
Moderate masturbation, as I have learned, is harmless. If you are around thirty years old, maintaining it to seven times within two weeks is considered acceptable. Exceeding this may affect physical strength and lead to insufficient replenishment of kidney essence, which can easi...[Read More] Does Masturbation Impact Sexual Health? Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Post-Accident Recovery: How Traditional Chinese Medicine Can Help
Question Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident on December 15, where I hit my head (a CT scan showed no issues) and I have bruising around my shoulder joint (X-rays showed no bone injury but there is a contusion, and there is still some bruising). I also have bruising on my palms...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
(The current medications include: Chai Hu, Huang Qin, Jiu Jun, Gua Lou Shi, Di Wu Gong, Tao Ren, Hong Hua, Yan Hu Suo, and Hu Ling, and three doses have already been taken.) May I ask where the prescription originated? If there are any discomforts, it is advisable to consult a pr...[Read More] Post-Accident Recovery: How Traditional Chinese Medicine Can Help
Natural Remedies for Body Aches: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
What should I do if I have body aches? I often experience generalized body aches. When I exercise, my body temperature rises significantly, but I do not sweat. Additionally, I feel sensations similar to being bitten by ants, as if something is coming out of my pores, and at times...
Dr. Chen Weili Reply:
Avril, Hi: At a young age, it is concerning to see the early signs of "three deficiencies in the body." Clinically, some women with lower metabolic rates may exhibit similar symptoms, and such descriptions can also be observed during the growth phase of adolescence. Giv...[Read More] Natural Remedies for Body Aches: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Can Urticaria Be Improved? Understanding Changes in Body Constitution
Can the constitution of urticaria be improved? Two months ago, I developed hives and went to see a doctor. After returning home, my mom mentioned that I had experienced something similar when I was a child, but it wasn't severe, and I have no memory of it, indicating it must...
Dr. Chen Weili Reply:
Hello, Xiao Pi: Most allergic diseases can be effectively treated and managed with traditional Chinese medicine, and urticaria is no exception. Of course, it is advisable to avoid excessive consumption of cold and raw foods, as well as to steer clear of allergens. Maintaining a r...[Read More] Can Urticaria Be Improved? Understanding Changes in Body Constitution
Struggling with Health: Seeking Answers for Persistent Issues
Still unable to "do as one pleases." Dear Dr. Chen, Thank you very much for your consultation last time. However, after taking "Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan," I still haven't seen any improvement. I suddenly realized that this has been going on for about one to ...
Dr. Chen Weili Reply:
Dear Jacky, Sometimes, not being able to do as one wishes can indeed be a significant concern. The previous suggestion to use Tianwang Buxin Dan was based on my observation of your stress and anxiety symptoms. If you continue to take it and make slight adjustments over a period ...[Read More] Struggling with Health: Seeking Answers for Persistent Issues