Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: Suffered from cold and wind during postpartum period, now unable to tolerate wind, feeling cold from inside radiating outward, sometimes frozen. Can this condition be treated?Onset and duration of the current illness: November 10, 2005
First follow-up question: Currently feeling completely cold, but the armpits are normal in temperature as they did not touch a cold bed. At the time, the room was humid and hot, but it became damp and cool at night with no ventilation. Now, both the person being cared for and the caregivers and children are feeling completely cold.
Doctor's answer:
??????Hello! It is caused by insufficient qi and blood after childbirth, as well as the invasion of pathogenic factors such as wind, cold, and dampness. Therefore, the treatment focuses on replenishing qi and blood, harmonizing the defensive Qi and nutritive Qi. Medicinal decoctions can be used, such as the Modified Xinjia Decoction, with appropriate modifications. Over-the-counter herbal pills can include Lizhong Wan and Ren Shen Yang Ying Wan. Other treatment options include acupuncture and moxibustion on acupoints such as Zusanli, Qihai, and Guanyuan. Moderate exercise can also enhance resistance. It is recommended to consult a local TCM practitioner.