The condition wherein women who are not pregnant, breastfeeding or peri-menopausal and who do not experience any kind of menstrual bleeding at all is known as amenorrhea. Amenorrhea has two types: primary amenorrhea and secondary amenorrhea. When a female reaches 16 years of age but still fails to begin menstruating … Continue reading
Category Archives: Acupuncture
Acupuncture for Respiratory Allergies
Chronic Sinus Congestion and Allergic Rhinitis
Besides suffering from perennial allergy symptoms such as profuse nasal discharge, nasal congestion and sneezing, people with seasonal allergic rhinitis may also experience red conjunctivae and itchy eyes. As their sinus pathways become increasingly congested, sufferers may likewise manifest asthmatic symptoms, headaches, poor mental … Continue reading
Acupuncture for Influenza
There are more than a couple hundred viruses known to cause several types of flu and cold proliferating all over the world. By far, the most common flu-causing virus is the rhinovirus, which has no cure and accounts for roughly a third of flu and cold cases.
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Acupuncture for Tonsillitis
What are tonsils and what kind of functions do they exactly perform?
The tonsils are located at the back of the mouth and are organs considered components of the lymphatic system. The tonsils help the body ward off infections and infiltrations of foreign matters. These organs help filter out bacteria … Continue reading
Acupuncture for Sore Throat
A sore throat is usually a sign that a person is infected with the common cold or is a symptom of an allergic reaction. According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), sore throats can be the result of a number of factors including dryness, wind and heat. Practitioner of TCM will … Continue reading
Acupuncture for Bell’s Palsy
Interestingly, China has one of the most cases of Bell’s palsy in the world. One Chinese province, Guangzhou, has so many people with this condition forcing the local physicians to come up with truly good treatment strategies. Chinese physicians utilize different modalities of traditional Chinese medicine that they have adopted … Continue reading
Acupuncture for Tinnitus
Acupuncture is a holistic mode of treatment that has been practiced in China for ages. It is a treatment that can help improve and maintain the proper circulation of qi or vital energy. Acupuncture is quite a popular therapy among people since it is very effective in relieving pain, strengthening … Continue reading
Acupuncture for Colitis
Colitis, which means inflammation of the colon, may develop from several different causes. They can include IBS or irritable bowel syndrome, food poisoning, Crohn’s disease and, chronic and acute inflammation. Colitis can come with symptoms such as mucus, gas, fever, diarrhea, bloody stools, stomach pain and stomach bloating.
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Acupuncture for COPD
Acupuncture can be a safe way to help people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD to respire a bit easier. Chronic lung diseases such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis all fall into the umbrella term known as COPD. This condition is often represented by shortness of breath and a … Continue reading
Acupuncture for COPD
Acupuncture can be a safe way to help people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD to respire a bit easier. Chronic lung diseases such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis all fall into the umbrella term known as COPD. This condition is often represented by shortness of breath and a … Continue reading