Patient's question:
I recently had my period and wanted to replenish my blood, so I cooked and ate collagen. However, after a few days, I haven't been able to use the bathroom. What should I do about constipation from eating collagen cakes?Doctor's answer:
Because jiao guao is a qi-tonifying medicine, it is highly nourishing. If you have a hot constitution, it may lead to constipation again. If severe constipation occurs again, it's best to temporarily avoid it or take it with a break. Pay attention to combining it with heat-clearing, detoxifying, and fire-reducing herbs, which may be more effective and prevent stomach issues. Therefore, as your most beautiful Chinese medicine practitioner, the physician will take your pulse and determine the appropriate herbal combinations based on your constitution.