Patient's question:
I had a consultation with a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner locally. He said I have insufficient qi and blood and irregular menstruation, and prescribed Chinese herbal medicine for me. Additionally, he mentioned he would perform acupuncture and cupping therapy, saying it can help regulate and speed up recovery. Dr. Liu, do you think acupuncture and cupping therapy would be effective for my condition? What kind of help do I value: Dr. Liu, do you think acupuncture and cupping therapy would be effective for my condition?Doctor's answer:
If the menstrual irregularity and reduced volume are caused by insufficient qi and blood, the effect of acupuncture and cupping is not very ideal. It is recommended to use medicinal nourishment instead. You can take the following traditional Chinese patent medicines orally based on your condition: oral Zhimi Fuling nine, Mengshi GunTan Wan, Heche Dazao Wan, Tiao Jing Huo Xue Pian, and Yimucao Gao (take with hot water). Please strictly follow medical advice and use the appropriate medication according to your condition. Gynecological diseases are prone to occur, and during treatment, women need to pay attention to their own care, especially in terms of nursing care.