Treatment of "Internal Heat" (Shang Huo) Caused by Cold-Damp Stagnation in the Spleen and Stomach: Efficacy and Differentiation of Treatment of Zhigan-Ganjiang DecoctionAs a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, I frequently encounter patients presenting with both cold constitution and symptoms of "internal heat" (Shang Huo). This often indicates cold-damp stagnation in the spleen and stomach...

Protecting Lives in Winter's Grip: Five Deadly Threats and a Guide to Safe Wintering for the ElderlyOld Mr. Zhang, a kind and well-respected elder in his village, lived a peaceful life tending his vegetable garden and raising chickens and ducks...

Male Sexual Health: A Traditional Chinese Medicine and Modern Medical Perspective on "Secondary Development" of the Corpus CavernosumIncreasingly, people are focusing on their health, with male health concerns receiving particular attention. Sexual health is a crucial component of overall male health, directly impacting quality of life and mental well-being...

Does a lack of sexual intimacy lead to premature ovarian failure and endocrine disorders? The truth is here!In my clinic, a young woman named Xiaomei approached me, her face etched with worry. Doctor, she asked, Ive heard that a long-term lack of sexual intimacy can cause premature ovarian failure and endocrine disorders...

Regular Sex Life and Women's Uterine and Ovarian Health: An Indispensable Connection35-year-old office worker Xiao Li, facing long-term work pressure, experienced irregular menstruation and abdominal pain. A conversation with a friend made her realize she might have overlooked the connection between sexual activity frequency and gynecological health...

Is the Claim That Men Can Only Ejaculate 6,000 Times in Their Lifetime True? Unveiling the Truths and Myths of Male Reproductive HealthIn daily life, information regarding men's health, especially concerning semen and sperm, is often misunderstood and exaggerated. The internet is rife with unverified and even erroneous medical claims, leading to unnecessary anxiety among many men...

Perineal Hygiene: A Daily Habit for Health and Proper Cleaning MethodsIn daily life, we often overlook seemingly insignificant hygiene details, yet these details are closely related to our health. Perineal hygiene, or washing the anal area, is one such easily overlooked but crucial personal hygiene habit...

Drinking Water Before Bed: Health Risks and Hydration Guidelines for SeniorsMadam Zhao has a daily habit of drinking water before bed, believing it helps soothe her throat and improve sleep. However, as she ages, this seemingly simple habit has become a source of concern...

Unmasking the Health Hazards of Four Common Cigarettes: Thin Cigarettes, E-cigarettes, Expired Cigarettes, and Tea CigarettesUncle Lin, a smoker with over thirty years of experience, firmly believed in his good health, despite his family's repeated pleas to quit. However, his addiction recently worsened, leading him to experiment with various cigarettes, including those marketed as "healthy and harmless," such as tea cigarettes and thin cigarettes, and even the recently popular e-cigarettes...

The Great Snow approaches: Winter Wellness Tips for Seniors: 2 Don'ts and 3 No'sAs the Great Snow (Daxue) solar term arrives each year, bringing biting winds and plummeting temperatures, winter wellness becomes paramount for seniors. Many believe in substantial winter tonics, consuming various supplements, but this isn't entirely accurate...

The Astonishing Benefits of Quitting Smoking: Near-Normal Mortality Rates After a DecadeThe health risks of smoking are well-known. However, the benefits of quitting and the best methods to do so often remain confusing...

How Often Should You Shower in Winter? A Guide to Healthy Winter BathingRecently, temperatures in Hangzhou have plummeted. A hot shower followed by snuggling into a warm bed is a quintessential winter pleasure...