Patient's question:
Menopausal syndrome, hot flashes, sweating, and other symptoms, have been using estradiol patches, which have been quite effective. However, recently I can't find the medication, and I don't know what to replace it with.Doctor's answer:
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, "the kidneys govern reproduction" and "the liver governs dredging." Kidney deficiency leads to a decline in hormone levels, while liver stagnation causes dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system. Therefore, the primary treatment for menopausal syndrome in Traditional Chinese Medicine is "nourishing the kidneys" and "dredging the liver." Commonly used formulas include Zuoyuan Pill, Xiaoyao Pill, Liuwei Dihuang Pill, and Jinkui Shenqi Pill. Modern formulas include Menonian, Funingkang, and Jingxin Oral Liquid. The main Chinese medicinal herbs for treating menopausal syndrome include Acanthopanax senticosus, Rehmannia glutinosa, Cuscuta chinensis, Angelica sinensis, Bupleurum chinense, Atractylodes macrocephala, Goji berries, Senecio adenoideus, Carthamus tinctorius, and Leonurus cardiaca. Menopausal syndrome exhibits significant individual differences, requiring syndrome differentiation and treatment.