Chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting is common following cancer treatment, and physicians estimate that up to 80 percent of people who undergo chemotherapy (or radiation therapy) will experience nausea or vomiting symptoms. These symptoms can be distressing and may cause patients to get off of their treatment schedule and regimen. And while anti-nausea medications can […]

Following pregnancy and delivery, it’s typical for women to experience short-term vaginal discharge that may persist for a few weeks. Termed lochia, this is a normal part of post-delivery recovery, and the resulting discharge consists of several tissues, including uterine lining and a small amount of blood. For most women, lochia doesn’t cause complications and

Western and Chinese medicine have different perspectives on the nature and presentation of abscesses, but they can both be useful in effectively helping patients. In Chinese medicine, one of the primary ways that practitioners address abscesses is with medicinal herbs that fortify the body’s own abilities to heal the abscess. Two herbs important to this

Mania is largely characterized by psychological symptoms like increased energy, insomnia, feelings of euphoria and potentially risky behaviors. When patients present with these symptoms, western physicians work to rule out a few common physiological causes, such as thyroid issues, liver disease or a central nervous system infection. However, Chinese medicine has a different perspective on

Mononucleosis – widely known as “mono” – is a viral illness caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. In many people, the most pronounced effects are similar to those of other upper respiratory conditions, though mono can cause potentially serious complications in some patients. In some people, mononucleosis can last weeks or even months in rare instances.

Osteitis pubis is an uncommon condition caused by inflammation in the pubic symphysis – the joint that connects both halves of the pubic bone. The condition is most often seen in people who frequently and forcefully stretch their pelvis – like athletes. The condition can cause pain, inflammation and swelling in the groin area, but

Inguinal hernia is caused by a weak spot in the abdominal muscles and lining. When a hernia occurs, soft tissues inside the abdominal cavity push through this weak spot, often resulting in pain. However, a third of inguinal hernia patients don’t experience any symptoms.   For symptomatic and asymptomatic patients, Chinese medicinal herbs like Ju

A low sperm count can have many causes in both western and Chinese medicine, but it is rare that an exact cause can be pinpointed in a particular patient. As such, Chinese medicine practitioners typically associate the condition with underperforming organs – particularly those associated with sexual function. To help with this issue, practitioners often

In Chinese medicine, threatened miscarriage is often a case of deficiency – specifically, deficiencies in vital life energies that the mother and developing child both rely on during pregnancy. If these deficiencies aren’t corrected, it can lead to miscarriage, or even recurring miscarriages. To ensure the mother and fetus both remain stable through pregnancy, Chinese