Antiphospholipid syndrome is a rare autoimmune condition in which the immune system creates antibodies that attack the body’s own tissues. Specifically, they target proteins on the outside of cells, causing a wide variety of symptoms, including some that can be fatal. Chinese medicine considers the condition to be the result of blood stagnation, which is […]
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Frequent Colds and Allergies and Yu Ping Feng San Some people seem to never get over a cold or their allergies. They may experience a constant runny nose, a persistent cough, or recurrent respiratory infections. Whatever the underlying reason, western medicine doesn’t have a clear explanation for why some people seem more susceptible to colds
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The endocrine system is a collection of organs and glands largely responsible for producing and regulating most of the body’s hormones. There is evidence that acupuncture treatment, a mainstay of Chinese medicine, can help the endocrine system by supporting its health and function. Five ways acupuncture helps the endocrine system include: 1) Acupuncture Helps Hormone
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Colon Polyps, E Zhu and San Leng Colon polyps are abnormal growths in the colon that may or may not eventually develop into cancer. For the majority of patients, colon polyps are benign and cause no symptoms, but your physician will likely recommend a biopsy to verify this. In Chinese medicine, colon polyps may be
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Anger Management, E Jiao and Huang Lian In western medicine, anger management focuses on the patient’s psychological state when recommending treatment. In this way, allopathic medicine considers anger and other emotions to be a matter of the mind only. Chinese medicine has a different perspective. When addressing anger and other negative emotional states, practitioners treat
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There is growing evidence that acupuncture is effective for chronic headaches and migraines. The exact mechanisms behind this pain relief aren’t completely understood, but there are several theories. According to these theories, acupuncture appears to: Modulate the nervous system Release endorphins and opioid-like compounds Improve circulation Reduce stress and encourage relaxation Together, these can provide
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Back Pain, Du Zhong and Xu Duan Back pain is an extremely common musculoskeletal condition, affecting close to 10 percent of people globally. There are dozens of potential causes behind back pain, ranging from simple ligament or tendon strains, to fibromyalgia, osteoporosis and spinal deformities. For many people experiencing intermittent back pain, the condition can
Oligospermia and Yi Zhi Ren Oligospermia is the medical term for a low sperm count. It’s typically identified during a fertility screening – specifically, by analyzing the patient’s sperm sample. The threshold for oligospermia is 15 million sperm per milliliter of sample. Any count under this number qualifies for diagnosis. Treating low sperm count can
Can Acupuncture Help with Fertility? A growing body of research shows that acupuncture can be an effective form of fertility support, in both men and women. Acupuncture is typically used in conjunction with other fertility treatments, including in-vitro fertilization (IVF). In fact, a 2002 study published in Fertility and Sterility found that women receiving acupuncture
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Ovarian Cysts and San Leng Most ovarian cysts are fluid-filled growths that develop on the surface of the ovaries. The vast majority of ovarian cysts are functional cysts, meaning they develop as a result of the menstrual cycle. There are other cysts unrelated to menstrual cycles, including ovarian cancer, but they are comparatively rare. In
