Neck, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ - Page 2

Nonspecific dizziness Hello doctor, I started experiencing dizziness in early February. During this time, I had two episodes of blood rushing to my head, but I did not experience vertigo. On March 30, I visited a doctor due to this dizziness. The doctor said it was because I was ...

Regarding pain in the occipital region? Dear Dr. He, I would like to inquire about the area approximately two centimeters above the "Wangu" (完骨) and "Fengchi" (風池) acupoints on the left posterior side of the head, as well as the region between the "Ge Gu...

Medication Inquiry~ Weight has inexplicably dropped from 70 kg to 48 kg within six months (not due to intentional weight loss!). Severe pain and weakness in the right leg, foot, and lower back, along with frequent urination. At the same time, severe pain started in the right uppe...

Numbness in the hands and soles of the feet, along with sciatica? Hello, Dr. Chang. A month ago, I started experiencing symptoms similar to sciatica, and it has persisted until now. I have visited a few traditional Chinese medicine practitioners, but none of them could definitive...

Lymphadenopathy Hello, Doctor: My mother has a lymph node in her neck that has been present for about two years. Initially, it was small, and outpatient examinations were normal. However, it has recently increased in size and is now approximately two centimeters. The examination ...

Asthma attack Hello doctor, due to the recent changes in weather, I have been experiencing asthma attacks (I have difficulty breathing at night). I can't fall asleep after waking up in the early morning, and I have phlegm in my throat. Doctor, what should I take to help with...

Chronic illness can lead to muscle stiffness, resembling dried meat? Hello Doctor, the patient has had muscle stiffness from the neck, back to the lower back, and upper arm for a long time. They have consulted a traditional Chinese medicine doctor who mentioned that the muscles f...

The definition of wheezing? The definition of wheezing is a high-pitched whistling sound made while breathing, typically indicating a narrowing of the airways. In adult males, a respiratory rate exceeding 20 breaths per minute at rest may be considered indicative of potential whe...

Regarding the cervical spine? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my recent experience of cervical spine pain that extends to my thoracic spine. Should I seek treatment for this? I work in an office and wonder if this is the reason I often experience neck stiffness.

Stimulation of the Shangyang point? Stimulating the Shangyang point is said to have a significant effect on enhancing vitality and improving sexual function. Is this true? Thank you.

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...

Crown headache Due to long working hours, I am experiencing significant stress, insufficient sleep, and severe insomnia, which has led to mental fatigue and a state of confusion. Every morning, I wake up with stiffness and soreness in my shoulders and neck, and there is intense p...

Below the neck Hello Doctor: I would like to ask a question. A few months ago, I sought treatment at a traditional Chinese medicine clinic for a stiff neck, and the doctor used cupping therapy. However, I later noticed a small lump under my neck (which I can only feel when I tilt...

It is common to experience acne breakouts after losing weight? Hello, doctor. Over the past few years, I have lost about 50 kilograms (from 108 to 58) through dieting and exercise. However, in 2008, after my weight loss, my gastrointestinal health deteriorated, leading to frequen...

About Stiff Neck (Cervical Strain) Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if it is necessary to see a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for a stiff neck?

How to classify a cold? I currently have a cold and have seen two doctors. One said it is caused by "wind-heat," while the other said it is due to "lung-heat" causing the cough. They prescribed me Yin Qiao San (8g), Sha Shen (1.5g), Huang Qin (1.5g), Qing Dai ...

Sanfu Plaster Do the effects of the three application sites differ? Some people only apply it to the back of the neck, while a doctor suggests applying it to both feet and the back of the neck. Which recommendation is correct?

Suspected stiff neck condition? Hello, doctor. This morning, my mother (47) woke up and said she has a stiff neck. Not only can she not raise her right arm normally, but she also feels weak. Although she has experienced stiff necks before, it usually just involves limited neck mo...

Severe exacerbation of atopic dermatitis issues? I have a history of asthma since childhood, but it has not flared up since puberty. I have developed atopic dermatitis and allergic rhinitis, which cause redness, swelling, heat, pain, and itching, along with flaking skin on my nec...

Right shoulder and cervical spine pain? Dr. Lin: I have been experiencing soreness in my right shoulder and neck for over a month. When it first occurred, I had pain on the right side of my cervical spine, and I was unable to tilt my head back or turn it. I visited a general reha...