Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: Every menstrual period is 7 to 10 days early, and the flow is heavy. I have taken Gongxuening, and I would like to know how to use it.Is it okay to use Wujichubifengwan?
Doctor's answer:
Hello: In traditional Chinese medicine theory, this falls under the category of "Menstruation Coming Too Early," which refers to: menstrual periods occurring 7 days or more before the expected time, or even occurring every 10 days. It is also known as "Menstruation Coming Too Soon" and is divided into:Qi Deficiency:
Symptoms: Menstruation comes too early, excessive volume, pale color, thin and watery texture.
General symptoms: Fatigue, empty feeling in the lower abdomen, poor appetite, loose stools, pale tongue, weak and thready pulse.
Treatment: Strengthen qi and stop bleeding to regulate menstruation.
Prescription: Modified Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang (Buzhong Yiqi Decoction).
Yang Excess and Blood Heat:
Symptoms: Menstruation comes too early, excessive volume, deep red or purple color, thick and sticky texture.
General symptoms: Restlessness, flushed face, dry mouth, short and dark urine, red tongue with yellow coating, rapid pulse.
Treatment: Clear heat and cool blood to regulate menstruation.
Prescription: Modified Qing Jing San (Qingjing Powder).
Liver Qi Stagnation and Blood Heat:
Symptoms: Menstruation comes too early, variable volume, purplish-red with clots.
General symptoms: Pain in the lower abdomen, stuffy chest and hypochondriac region, irritability, dry mouth and throat.
Treatment: Clear the liver, resolve stagnation, and regulate menstruation.
Prescription: Modified Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San (Danshi Xiaoyao Powder).
Blood-Related Deficiency Heat:
Symptoms: Menstruation comes too early, variable volume, red color, thick texture.
General symptoms: Flushed cheeks, heat in palms and soles, red tongue with little coating, thin and rapid pulse.
Treatment: Nourish yin and clear heat to regulate menstruation.
Prescription: Modified Li Di Tang (Lidi Decoction).
However, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes syndrome differentiation and treatment. You should visit a traditional Chinese medicine hospital for diagnosis and treatment based on your specific symptoms. Only then can the medicine effectively address the condition. Wishing you a speedy recovery.