Understanding Infertility: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Are you already infertile? Six years ago, I was pregnant and underwent a medical abortion at six weeks due to financial pressures when I was younger. Since then, I have frequently experienced delayed menstruation, and my menstrual flow often seems to end quickly by the third or f...
Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Dear Ling: No physician can definitively tell you that you are infertile and that you must conceive successfully. Both partners need to be in a compatible condition. Your irregular menstrual cycle and light flow can be influenced by emotional factors and previous induced abortion...[Read More] Understanding Infertility: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Left Abdominal Pain: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Left abdominal pain? Doctor: I would like to ask about a bloating and pain in my lower left abdomen that has been occurring for four years. I have consulted with gynecologists and specialists in hepatobiliary and gastroenterology, but they found no significant issues. An X-ray in...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Ms. Wu, 1. You have been experiencing bloating and pain in the lower left abdomen for four years. You have consulted with specialists in obstetrics and gynecology, hepatobiliary medicine, and gastroenterology, and no significant issues have been found. X-rays have also show...[Read More] Understanding Left Abdominal Pain: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Can Reishi Mushroom and Propolis Help Improve Fatty Liver?
What are the therapeutic effects of reishi mushroom and propolis? Hello, my father has a fatty liver issue. Would consuming reishi mushrooms or propolis help improve his condition? I have heard that Western medicine doctors say that the concept of "liver" in Traditional...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Huang Zhi-Jie, Your questions are answered as follows: 1. The definition of fatty liver is when the fat content in liver cells exceeds 5%. Diagnosis must be confirmed through examinations such as abdominal ultrasound conducted by Western medicine. Many factors can cause f...[Read More] Can Reishi Mushroom and Propolis Help Improve Fatty Liver?
Managing Menstrual Irregularities with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Menstrual issues Hello, doctor. My menstrual period is often delayed, and the blood color is dark red at first, then turns bright red. It lasts for about 7 to 8 days. How can I adjust this with traditional Chinese medicine? Additionally, what drinks can I consume to promote blood...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear cute netizen, Here are the responses to your questions: 1. If your menstrual cycle is consistently delayed and the menstrual blood is dark red initially, turning bright red later, lasting for 7 to 8 days, it is important to consider whether this could be due to conditions ...[Read More] Managing Menstrual Irregularities with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Post-Abortion Recovery: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights and Tips
Post-Miscarriage Care Hello Doctor: I had an abortion a year and a half ago, and I had another one last week. After the procedure, I only had a little spotting. I have been following up with my doctor as scheduled, and during my last visit, the doctor said I was recovering well, ...
Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Hello! For post-miscarriage care in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), we generally recommend taking Shenghua Decoction within the first week after the procedure. However, if it has been more than a week, there is no need to continue taking it, as the uterus will heal on its own...[Read More] Post-Abortion Recovery: Traditional Chinese Medicine Insights and Tips
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Improve Fertility for Future Pregnancies?
Can traditional Chinese medicine improve physical condition to enhance the chances of successful conception for the next pregnancy? Hello, Dr. Lin! I underwent artificial insemination and at 9 weeks of pregnancy, I had to undergo a surgical abortion due to the absence of a fetal ...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Director Lin Qingzhong's response: 1. You are 9 weeks pregnant with no heartbeat, which may indicate a molar pregnancy (pseudopregnancy). Typically, this is a non-viable pregnancy that will not develop into a fetus, so a dilation and curettage (D&C) procedure is necessar...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Improve Fertility for Future Pregnancies?
The Benefits of Si Wu Decoction for Women's Health During Menstruation
Si Wu Decoction Hello: I've heard that girls should drink Si Wu Tang (Four Substance Decoction) before and after their menstrual period. Why is that? What are its benefits? How many days before and after menstruation should it be taken? Thank you for your response.
Dr. Wang Ruomei Reply:
Hello, Miss Huang: There has been a longstanding folk custom of taking "Si Wu Tang" (Four Substance Decoction) before and after menstruation, which is not documented in any traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) pharmacopoeia. Here is my explanation: First, it is important ...[Read More] The Benefits of Si Wu Decoction for Women's Health During Menstruation
Effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine on Pregnant Women and Fetal Health
Body conditioning for pregnant women? I would like to ask, my wife was pregnant last year but unfortunately experienced a miscarriage at seven and a half weeks. After that, we consulted a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner who mentioned that her uterus is relatively ...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: If a prescription is provided by a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) physician after diagnosis, it will not adversely affect the mother or fetus, as the TCM physician will adjust the medication according to the different stages of pregnancy and the individual's sympt...[Read More] Effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine on Pregnant Women and Fetal Health
Should You Stop Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine for Menstrual Issues?
Should I stop taking the medication? Your friend experienced a decrease in menstrual flow and a darker color after taking the prescribed Chinese herbal formulas (Zuo Gui Wan, Gui Pi Tang, Wen Jing Tang, and Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang) for three days. This change in menstrual pattern can...
Dr. Wang Ruomei Reply:
Hello, sir: I was a bit surprised to see the prescription given by that traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) doctor to your friend. This is because TCM diagnoses illnesses through the four diagnostic methods: observation, listening and smelling, inquiry, and palpation. Regardless o...[Read More] Should You Stop Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine for Menstrual Issues?
Understanding Menstrual Issues: Blood Clots, Color, and Herbal Remedies
Menstrual issues in women? Hello: Is it normal for girls to have blood clots in their menstrual period? What is considered a normal menstrual cycle, and what should the color be like? After taking traditional Chinese medicine, the menstrual blood that originally had clots has tur...
Dr. Wang Ruomei Reply:
Hello, Miss Huang: Menstruation in women is regulated by the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, which secretes luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) to stimulate the ovaries and uterus to produce estrogen and progesterone. Most of the estrogen promot...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Issues: Blood Clots, Color, and Herbal Remedies
Understanding Dysmenorrhea: Can Tui Na Therapy Help?
Dysmenorrhea My wife experiences severe dysmenorrhea, and her mood swings before menstruation are quite intense, almost like a dual personality. Recently, she mentioned a type of massage that can treat dysmenorrhea. Is this approach reasonable according to Traditional Chinese Med...
Dr. Wu Xuanzhang Reply:
Dear SSS: Tui Na therapy for dysmenorrhea involves stimulating acupuncture points along traditional Chinese medicine meridians to produce analgesic effects. When it comes to alleviating menstrual pain, acupuncture tends to be more effective than Tui Na. Additionally, some dysmeno...[Read More] Understanding Dysmenorrhea: Can Tui Na Therapy Help?
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Uterine Prolapse?
Is there a traditional Chinese medicine treatment for uterine prolapse? Hello, doctor. May I ask if there are any Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatment methods for "uterine prolapse"? If so, how is it treated? Thank you very much for your response!
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
"Uterine prolapse" has different degrees, and traditional Chinese medicine can only improve a small portion of it, primarily in cases of mild severity. Herbal treatments may include herbs like Cimicifuga (Sheng Ma), Astragalus (Huang Qi), and formulas such as Bu Zhong Y...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Treat Uterine Prolapse?
Evening Primrose Oil: Benefits for Irregular Periods and Fibroids
Evening primrose Dear Dr. Peng: 1. What are the benefits of evening primrose oil, and can it help improve symptoms of irregular or prolonged menstrual periods? 2. Can evening primrose oil be used in conjunction with ginger and black sugar water? 3. If there are fibroids in th...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Irregular or prolonged menstrual periods can have many causes. If it is due to hormonal deficiency, evening primrose oil may be considered. If prolonged menstruation is caused by poor uterine contractions or a deficiency in qi and blood, evening primrose oil may not necessarily b...[Read More] Evening Primrose Oil: Benefits for Irregular Periods and Fibroids
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Cure Ovarian Tumors? Expert Insights
Can ovarian tumors be completely cured with traditional Chinese medicine? Dr. Huang: Hello! I have two ovarian tumors measuring 8 and 7 centimeters, and I recently discovered that they have grown outside the uterus. Sometimes, this leads to difficulties in urination (I have exper...
Dr. Huang Zhongzhun Reply:
Hello Emily: For ovarian tumors, it is essential to determine whether they are benign or malignant before deciding on the subsequent treatment. However, if the tumor is too large and threatens normal physiological function, surgery is necessary. As you mentioned, the tumor may be...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Cure Ovarian Tumors? Expert Insights
How Long Does It Take for Traditional Chinese Medicine to Induce Menstruation?
How long does it take for menstruation to occur after receiving traditional Chinese medicine for menstrual induction? It has been seven days since I started taking Traditional Chinese Medicine to induce menstruation, but my period still hasn't arrived. Should I continue taki...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: Western contraceptive pills do not have the function of inducing menstruation; rather, they address menstrual irregularities caused by hormonal imbalances. Therefore, after taking the medication and supplying hormones, menstruation may occur. In contrast, traditional Chine...[Read More] How Long Does It Take for Traditional Chinese Medicine to Induce Menstruation?
Understanding the Differences Between Chinese Menstrual Regulating Herbs and Western Birth Control Pills
Regarding menstrual induction medications? My girlfriend often experiences delayed menstruation. After consulting with a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner, we have been working on adjusting her constitution. Recently, we want to bring her menstrual cycle back to its...
Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: Western contraceptive pills do not have the function of inducing menstruation; rather, they address menstrual irregularities caused by hormonal imbalances. After taking the medication, menstruation occurs due to the supplied hormones. In contrast, traditional Chinese medic...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Chinese Menstrual Regulating Herbs and Western Birth Control Pills
Post-Menstrual Care Tips for Enhancing Uterine and Ovarian Health After IVF
How to care for yourself after a miscarriage? Doctor, I have undergone IVF twice. The first attempt was unsuccessful, but the second one was successful until I experienced a natural miscarriage at six weeks. Initially, I felt fine, but on the day I washed my hair, I suddenly felt...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
The maintenance of the uterus focuses on a warm diet, minimizing the intake of cold and cooling foods. This applies whether one is experiencing menstrual irregularities or trying to conceive. Furthermore, maintenance should be a regular practice, not just something done after men...[Read More] Post-Menstrual Care Tips for Enhancing Uterine and Ovarian Health After IVF
Understanding Ovulation Bleeding: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Vaginal bleeding Hello, Dr. Yan. Since I became sexually active, I have experienced light vaginal bleeding that starts around day 11 or 12 of my cycle, which can be pink, brown, or sometimes red in color, accompanied by diarrhea and a feeling of heaviness in my lower abdomen. I h...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Ovulation bleeding can be managed with medication. It will not affect fertility, but it is essential to avoid cold foods and drinks. A weak pulse indicates insufficient energy in the body, and consuming cold items can exacerbate this condition. It is crucial to adjust dietary hab...[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Bleeding: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding Prolonged Menstrual Periods: When to Seek Help
Regarding menstruation..? I would like to ask the doctor, my menstrual period has been prolonged this month, lasting about 11 days without stopping. I am experiencing heavy bleeding while moving around, and I am unsure if there is any issue.
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
When menstruation occurs with increased flow and prolonged duration, potential issues may arise from the uterus, ovaries, and endocrine system. A visit to our obstetrics and gynecology department for an examination can help identify the underlying causes. If the gynecologist find...[Read More] Understanding Prolonged Menstrual Periods: When to Seek Help
Seeking Effective Treatment for Chronic Health Issues in Traditional Chinese Medicine
I hope you can read this letter? Dear Doctor, I apologize for taking up your valuable time, but I hope you can read this letter and provide us with some advice. As the saying goes, "An elder in the family is like a treasure." Therefore, we are deeply concerned about my...
Dr. Chen Weili Reply:
Dear Madam, In today's society, it is rare to find a younger person as attentive and caring towards the elderly as you are. Your detailed description of your mother-in-law's symptoms and medical history is truly commendable and touching. I will do my best to address yo...[Read More] Seeking Effective Treatment for Chronic Health Issues in Traditional Chinese Medicine