Patient's question:
Since having a child, I haven't used air conditioning or a humidifier, taken naps without a blanket, and now that I've had a miscarriage, I went to the hospital for a thorough check-up. They said it's arthritis, and indeed, I'm experiencing pain in various joints. Older generations say that having a second child can help heal postpartum illnesses. Is it feasible for a doctor to suggest this? What kind of help do you need: having a second child to heal postpartum illnesses?Doctor's answer:
This view is unscientific; it's not a postpartum illness. Postpartum recovery involves rest, and the body is relatively weak after giving birth. It's indeed not advisable to use air conditioning, as damp and coldness can easily affect the joints. Now that you have arthritis, adopting a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine for active treatment is a good approach. Since you're young, a full recovery will be relatively quick. It's best to seek treatment as soon as possible, pay attention to preventing cold exposure, engage in appropriate activities, and strengthen your constitution. I believe you will gradually get better.