Menstruation, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ

Endocrine disorder Hello, doctor. Over the past year, I've noticed that I'm particularly prone to developing moles, especially red moles, although I also have black moles. I realized that the number of moles has been increasing since I turned 20. I'm wondering if t...

Eyelid twitching during menstruation? Hello Dr. Lai: During my ovulation and menstrual periods, my left lower eyelid keeps twitching, and it's only the left lower eyelid that is affected, with no twitching elsewhere. During these two periods, I also experience lower back pai...

The issue of children consuming growth-enhancing soup? Hello Dr. Chang: Last year, when my daughter was nearly 10 years old, she had her first menstrual period. We took her to see a pediatric geneticist, who advised that her early menstruation was concerning and recommended delay...

Drug interactions Hello doctor, I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for almost four months, primarily to regulate my polycystic ovary syndrome, irregular menstruation, hair loss, and retinal ischemia with floaters. My hair loss has significantly improved, but my menst...

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Menstrual Issues I recently started drinking Brand's Essence of Chicken, which contains herbal ingredients. After researching, I found that continuing to consume it during my menstrual period may lead to issues such as menstrual cramps. Howev...

Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation Hello, I started taking Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao in February due to a femur fracture from a car accident. However, I was unaware that it should not be taken during menstruation. I continued to take Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao during my menstrual perio...

Irregular menstruation and decreased menstrual flow? Hello, doctor. Last year, I visited a gynecologist to adjust my menstrual cycle and reduce menstrual pain in preparation for an exam. The doctor prescribed me a medication called "Yueji," which I took for almost a yea...

Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the effects of the following Chinese herbal ingredients: Pingwei San, Jiawei Xiaoyao San, Tianma Gouteng Decoction, Ye Jiao Teng, He Huan Pi, Dang Gui, Huang Qi, Jiang Huang, Yu Jin, and Xiao Hui X...

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 ...

Health food and medication issues? Hello, Doctor: (1) I would like to add a small amount (1/2 stick) of green juice to my daily diet, primarily made from Ashitaba. I read online that Ashitaba can promote lactation, and due to my family medical history, I need to avoid estrogenic ...

Is it okay to drink tea during menstruation? I would like to ask the doctor if it is advisable to consume tea during menstruation. I have researched online and found that tea is considered cooling and not recommended during this period; however, I also came across information sug...

When will menstruation occur after consuming expired beverages? On March 29, I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner because my period, which was expected on March 22, was delayed. The doctor prescribed 6g of Guo Qi Yin, 3g of Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, 1g of Lychee Seed,...

Menstrual issues Hello, doctor! My menstrual cycle is usually about 23 days, but this time it has been 27 days, and I started experiencing some dark-colored bleeding. Currently, on the fifth day, the flow has been very light; sometimes there is blood, and sometimes there isn'...

Uterine fibroids and breast fibrocystic changes? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about dietary and medication issues related to breast examinations. I have several fibrocystic masses, with the largest being four centimeters. I have also had fluid drained from uterine fibroids,...

Menstrual issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if taking traditional Chinese medicine to regulate my menstrual cycle could cause a delay in my period. For the past month or two, my menstrual flow has been light, and I consulted a gynecologist who said there were no issues wi...

Menstrual issues, dizziness? Hello, doctor. I have two questions: 1. I have been using a period tracking app, and it shows that my menstruation is 9 days late. I did not have my period in July, and when I visited a gynecologist, the doctor said it might be due to my lifestyle o...

Menstrual issues Hello, I would like to ask about experiencing residual menstrual bleeding after my period for the past six months, although it doesn't occur every month. Should I seek medical attention for this? If so, should I consult a traditional Chinese medicine practit...

Body health maintenance issues? Hello, doctor: Due to my long-term physical weakness, when I feel unwell, doctors or elders often advise me to drink warm water. I have the following two questions: 1. Does warm water really help alleviate discomfort? What are the effects of warm w...

Gynecology: Menstruation What should I do if I consume Coptis chinensis just before my menstrual period?

Is it humidity? Hello, may I ask: 1. Is it safe to consume probiotics containing American ginseng, astragalus, red dates, goji berries, and licorice during menstruation? 2. Is having phlegm every day throughout the year a sign of dampness in the body? Thank you!