The common cold is a frequent illness in children, especially during the rainy and winter seasons. It is caused by an upper respiratory tract infection, primarily due to viruses, with rhinovirus being the most common culprit. Symptoms typically…
Read moreSnoring is a common issue in children and may indicate underlying health problems. Snoring occurs due to the vibration of tissues in the throat as air passes through a narrowed airway. Common causes include upper airway obstruction, such…
Read morePTSD “Post-traumatic stress disorder after traumatic events” PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder) or post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental disorder that occurs after experiencing an event that severely impacts the mind. Immediate sudden loss in front of one that…
Read moreWhy is there diarrhea during menstruation? Teenage and working-age women normally have a menstrual cycle every month. It is common to experience abdominal pain during menstruation, with varying degrees of pain for each individual. Some may also experience…
Read moreBurnout syndrome, commonly known as “burnout,” is a condition many are facing, primarily caused by work-related stress. This chronic stress affects one’s emotions, leading to feelings of exhaustion, disinterest in work, diminishing creativity, lack of motivation, inspiration, and…
Read moreNumbness in the hands and feet from chemotherapy is a common side effect. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) believes this numbness arises when energy pathways are blocked, preventing the flow of qi (energy) and blood, thereby depleting the body’s…
Read moreRecovering from “chemotherapy” with traditional Chinese medicine Chemotherapy is a cancer treatment that uses chemicals to fight cancer cells, inhibiting their growth and causing cell death. When chemotherapy drugs enter the body, they also destroy some normal cells,…
Read moreRehabilitating stroke patients’ muscles with Chinese medicine Caring for stroke patients after leaving the hospital is a critical period, and the faster muscle rehabilitation occurs, the fewer lingering symptoms there will be. The optimal period for brain, muscle,…
Read moreA strained waist caused by improper bending is an injury affecting the lower back muscles, ligaments, and joints. This often happens when bending to lift or pick up an object, resulting in sharp, stabbing pain in the lower…
Read moreWhat is pillow fall syndrome? Pillow fall syndrome refers to discomfort experienced upon waking, characterized by: Neck pain and inability to turn the neck. Difficulty in bending and tilting the neck. Pain often localized to one side of…
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