Patient's question:
I am a 30-year-old male, and it has been three years since I gave birth. Three years ago, during the mid-July heatwave, I started my postpartum confinement. At that time, I had both the air conditioner and the windows open. Now, I feel that my rheumatism is very severe. How should I treat rheumatism? Some people say that it can be cured during the heatwave. Now, I am experiencing a "soul invasion" and drinking "Xiuzheng" dehumidifying tea. Is it still effective to soak my feet in mugwort? My calves are severely affected, and there is some steam in the cupping cups. Can this rheumatism actually be relieved?Doctor's answer:
Postpartum rheumatism can heal on its own, although it has worsened, the treatment is still effective. It is recommended that you visit the Traditional Chinese Medicine department of a hospital and consult a TCM practitioner for pulse diagnosis, followed by oral administration of traditional Chinese medicine decoctions for treatment. Postpartum rheumatism is also a disease caused during the Dog Days (lùtiān), and the best time for treatment is during the Dog Days. However, it can still be treated now. It is best to use traditional Chinese medicine decoctions for conditioning and TCM acupuncture and moxibustion therapy. For severe postpartum rheumatism patients, it is advised to seek medical attention as soon as possible and follow the doctor's advice for early treatment. Avoid blindly relying on advertisements for medication, as this may worsen the condition. The above opinions are for reference only. It is hoped that the above answer can help you. Thank you.