Patient's question:
A while ago, I felt that my body wasn't feeling well, often feeling drowsy and lacking energy. Even walking a few steps would make me start to pant. After a thorough examination at the hospital, Western medicine diagnosed it as a connective tissue disease. Now, I'd like to ask everyone, how should this condition be treated? Is it better to use traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine?Doctor's answer:
A connective tissue disease is a condition that cannot be cured completely. Neither traditional Chinese medicine nor Western medicine can achieve a complete cure. Western medicine is slightly more effective than traditional Chinese medicine. The medications used include corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, herbal medicines, and biologic agents. These can be combined with traditional Chinese medicine treatment primarily to regulate the body's immune function. Early detection and early treatment can help reduce the recurrence of complications.