Gastrointestinal disease self-care

Author: Rui Hongshun, Li Liukun (editors)
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Publish Date: 1999-02-01
Features: This book introduces the etiology, pathology, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, treatment, care, and prevention of nearly 40 gastrointestinal diseases from both Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Western Medicine perspectives in easy-to-understand language. Especially catering to household practicality, the book presents a wealth of simple, effective, and clinically proven folk remedies, dietary therapies, external treatments, acupuncture, massage, and Qigong therapies, which can serve as references for gastrointestinal patients, their families, and healthcare professionals. The gastrointestinal tract is a vital digestive organ responsible for breaking down food and supplying nutrients to the body. When it becomes ill, it can affect overall health. Therefore, strengthening the prevention and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases is of great significance for maintaining health. This book introduces the etiology, pathology, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, treatment, care, and prevention of nearly 40 gastrointestinal diseases from both TCM and Western Medicine perspectives in easy-to-understand language. Especially catering to household practicality, the book presents a wealth of simple, effective, and clinically proven folk remedies, dietary therapies, external treatments, acupuncture, massage, and Qigong therapies, which can serve as references for gastrointestinal patients, their families, and healthcare professionals.