Patient's question:
I have a prescription for treating rheumatoid arthritis and dampness. Papaya, Ligusticum chuanxiong, Achyranthes bidentata, Poria, Acanthopanax senticosus, Carthamus tinctorius, Uncaria sinensis, Gentiana scabra, Mulberry branches, Cimicifuga foetida, Crotalus tricolor, Gastrodia elata, Polygonatum odoratum, Salvia miltiorrhiza, and Solanum root. Can I use this prescription for postpartum rheumatism? I need your help: Hello, is rheumatoid arthritis the same as postpartum rheumatism? Can postpartum rheumatism be treated with the same prescription as rheumatoid arthritis?Doctor's answer:
Rheumatism and postpartum wind are not the same disease. Postpartum wind is a disease name, while rheumatism can be a syndrome, which refers to a classification of the disease. Some cases of postpartum wind may have rheumatism, and can be treated with herbal formulas that dispel rheumatism and strengthen the bones and muscles. Your formula has similar effects. It is recommended to consult a professional TCM doctor in person. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery, a healthy body, and a wonderful life.