Patient's question:
I got married last year. Recently, I've been experiencing lower abdominal pain, especially during my period. I'm very worried about it affecting my fertility, and I'm also extremely sensitive to cold and cold drafts. Can I use mugwort (ai tiao) for moxibustion to treat irregular periods and inflammation?Doctor's answer:
Irregular menstruation is a common gynecological disorder. It is characterized by abnormal menstrual cycles or bleeding volume, or by abdominal pain and systemic symptoms before or during menstruation. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is generally related to the liver, and treatment is usually based on the Siwu Decoction with modifications. Additionally, if there is sexual intercourse, the pre-ejaculate fluid also contains a small amount of sperm. Therefore, although it is coitus interruptus, if it occurs during the ovulation period, it may still lead to pregnancy.