Lower back, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ - Page 3

Herniated disc Hello~ I would like to ask if herniated discs can be treated with traditional Chinese medicine? How long does it usually take to see results? Can you recommend a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner near Daya? Thank you!

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...

Sciatica or gluteus medius muscle inflammation? I apologize for the inconvenience. Previously, I visited a traditional Chinese medicine clinic and was diagnosed with piriformis syndrome. After two weeks of acupuncture, medication, and traction, my condition worsened. I then switc...

The ligament is injured? Symptoms: Hello Doctor, I have injured the ligaments in my lower right back extending to the upper right side of my buttocks. I feel discomfort when I lie down and try to turn over, and when walking, I feel tightness in the upper right side of my buttocks...

Numbness in the hands and feet? I had numbness in my hands and feet, so I consulted a neurologist and underwent a nerve conduction study, which came back normal. I then saw an orthopedic doctor for X-rays, which revealed cervical spine stenosis causing compression. Currently, I a...

Pregnant woman in a car accident? Hello Doctor: Recently, my wife (who is pregnant) was involved in a bicycle accident, landing on her elbow and buttocks. She visited an obstetrician on the day of the accident, and the baby is fine. However, now that a week has passed, my wife is...

Daily Management for Patients with Kidney Stones Hello, doctor. I often see your kind responses online, and I would like to ask you some questions. Two weeks ago, I underwent extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, and the results were quite good; a one-centimeter stone has indeed...

How should I proceed? Hello, doctor: I am feeling very unwell, and the cause cannot be determined. I have undergone many tests, but no one knows what the illness is. Metabolic syndrome is a term used by every doctor to describe my condition. However, I also have panic disorder an...

Gastrointestinal issues Hello Doctor: I have recently been experiencing gastroesophageal reflux and bloating. I have been taking Western medications, Takepron and Gascon, for a month, and my acid reflux seems to have improved a bit. However, I still feel that the reflux and bloat...

Smooth bowel movements? Regular routine: As usual, staying up late and waking up early. Emotional stress: Poor mood and significant stress. Dietary habits: Same as usual, with insufficient saliva. What could this be? Recently, I've been experiencing lower back pain and blood...

Intestinal issues?! Hello Dr. Chiu, I have a question: I previously had very poor intestinal motility, which often led to constipation, and I relied on medication to help with bowel movements. Over time, I needed to increase the dosage, and while the medication initially worked...

Superficially strong but internally weak? Hello, doctor. I'm not sure if it's due to having frequent sexual activity last year, but since the beginning of this year, I've noticed thinning hair on the left side of my forehead, persistent lower back pain, decreased u...

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...

Kidney Qi deficiency? I developed a habit of excessive masturbation when I was younger, but I have since quit. However, I am currently experiencing some aftereffects, including cold hands and feet, significant hair loss (baldness), insomnia, excessive night sweats, lower back pai...

Kidney Yin and Yang Deficiency Can Ba Wei Di Huang Wan and Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan be taken together? Since the symptoms of both yin deficiency and yang deficiency are present, and if the physical strength and digestion are poor, the body is weak, sensitive to cold and heat, with cl...

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 ...

Kidney deficiency? Hello, doctor. Last winter, due to the cold weather, I often held my urine until morning even when I felt the urge to urinate at night. After the New Year, I started experiencing frequent urination, reduced urinary flow, a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying...

Du Zhong tea, also known as Eucommia tea, is made from the leaves of the Eucommia ulmoides tree. This herbal tea Hello, doctor. Recently, I heard from a friend that drinking Eucommia tea can help with weight loss. I would like to ask you if it is safe for me to drink Eucommia tea...

Questions regarding medications prescribed by physicians? Hello Dr. Lin, after our last discussion regarding the erectile issue (#36807), I visited a nearby traditional Chinese medicine clinic. The physician prescribed a formula consisting of Jiawei Xiaoyao San, Ganlu Yin, and Li...

The issue of lower back pain? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing left-sided lower back pain since August of this year. Initially, the pain was unbearable, so I visited a traditional Chinese medicine clinic for herbal treatment and also went to a Western medicine clinic for an...