Patient's question:
Patient: Female, 24 years oldSymptoms: Intermittent abdominal pain, bloating
Previous Treatment and Effect:
After a thorough examination at a local hospital, polycystic ovaries and ovarian cysts were confirmed. She has seen two TCM practitioners, each prescribing a formula.
Desired Help:
(Shu Di 30g, Huang Shan 20g, Rou Gui 5g, Chai Hu 5g, Chi Shao 10g, Fu Ling 10g, Jiao Ci 10g, Shan Zhu Yu 20g, Dan Pi 10g, Xiang Fu 10g, Fu Ling 10g, Bai Zhu 10g, Yi Mu Cao 20g)
Is this formula as effective as the following one?
(Ge Gen 30g, Xian Shi Hu 12g, Tian Hua Fen 10g, Ji Nei Jin 15g, Bai Jie Zi 10g, Chuan Niu Xik 15g, Wu Wei Zi 5g, Fu Ling 10g, Chao Bai Shao 10g, Yu Jin 10g, Chuan Duan 15g, Hu Zhang 15g)
Which formula is better for treating polycystic ovaries?
Doctor's answer:
The principle is syndrome differentiation treatment, which means based on your overall symptoms, combined with tongue coating and pulse condition, we determine what syndrome it is, and then treat accordingly based on the specific situation. From this perspective, there is no abstract view of how to treat; it is syndrome differentiation treatment, not disease differentiation treatment as in Western medicine. However, generally speaking, polycystic ovary and ovarian cysts fall within the scope of "lumps and accumulations" in TCM, and the basic principle is to regulate qi, activate blood circulation, clear heat, remove dampness, and tonify the kidneys. This is the fundamental approach. Ovarian cysts are a gynecological condition prone to recurrence. During medication, women need to pay attention to self-care, especially in terms of hygiene. It is recommended that patients maintain clean external genitalia and change underwear frequently. Finally, we wish female patients a speedy recovery.