Patient's question:
After that, symptoms of hand numbness appeared. I went to the local hospital for a check-up, and the doctor said it was postpartum wind.Treatment history and effectiveness: I took two sets of traditional Chinese medicine, which caused my child to have diarrhea (the child is breastfed).
What help do you need: How can I be cured without affecting my child's normal breastfeeding?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) cannot treat postpartum wind in a one-size-fits-all manner; it should be tailored to the individual. For instance, if the postpartum woman has a generally weak constitution, she may experience a sensation of wind in her body even without feeling cold, or she may find her head sensitive to wind, or she may have heel pain, among other symptoms. In such cases, the primary approach should be to tonify deficiency. TCM teaches that blood deficiency generates wind, and kidney deficiency leads to lower back and heel pain, which are considered deficiency conditions.If the woman has accidentally caught a cold, this presents a situation where deficiency coexists with excess. In this case, it is important to dispel cold while also paying attention to the woman's physical condition and appropriately replenishing qi and blood. Avoid excessive sweating, and instead focus on consolidating the exterior. This approach addresses both the root and the symptoms, achieving a comprehensive treatment.
At the same time, it is essential to ensure adequate rest, enhance nutrition, engage in appropriate exercise, and maintain a positive mindset. These measures are beneficial for recovery.