http://gancao.net Chinese Medicine for a Restless World Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:24:31 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 http://gancao.net/case-studies/reproductive/acupuncture-treatment-infertility-hyperprolactinemia-4920 http://gancao.net/case-studies/reproductive/acupuncture-treatment-infertility-hyperprolactinemia-4920#comments Fri, 12 Mar 2010 22:27:43 +0000 al http://gancao.net/?p=4920 Chief-complaint: Infertility Western-diagnosis: Infertility, hyperprolactinemia Medical-history: 34 year old, female. She had taken contraceptive pills since she was 18. Stopped around June 2009 when she and her partner wanted to start a family. No pregnancy so far. Has history of cystitis. She had some tests in January 2009, which showed that she had hyperprolactinemia (PRL: 1030mu/L) and she had no ovulation. Symptoms: Thought & worried too much, tend to catch cold, preferred warm drinks, extremely cold hands and feet, even needed to wear thick cotton socks in the summer, insomnia, had difficulty in falling asleep, severe constipation (once a week), occasional abdominal distention and acid reflux.]]> http://gancao.net/case-studies/reproductive/acupuncture-treatment-infertility-hyperprolactinemia-4920/feed 0 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/the-treatment-of-myalgic-encephalomyelitis-me-cfs-with-acupuncture-4677 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/the-treatment-of-myalgic-encephalomyelitis-me-cfs-with-acupuncture-4677#comments Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:22:32 +0000 al http://gancao.net/?p=4677 Symptoms: Frequently tired with low energy Achy limbs and joints Has to sleep in afternoon Frequent frontal headaches Dry skin Floaters in vision Dizzy on standing Normally feels cold Achy lower back All symptoms worse for stress]]> http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/the-treatment-of-myalgic-encephalomyelitis-me-cfs-with-acupuncture-4677/feed 0 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/the-case-of-insomnia-addressed-by-acupuncture-4593 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/the-case-of-insomnia-addressed-by-acupuncture-4593#comments Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:48:16 +0000 al http://gancao.net/?p=4593 Chief-complaint: Insomnia Western-diagnosis: Insomnia Medical-history: Patient was a male in his mid 30's who had been having trouble falling asleep for the past 2 years. Patient had tried many drugs and supplements, but with not much success. Taking Ambien helped the patient fall asleep, but the quality of sleep from an Ambien induced sleep was poor. Patient also tried melatonin, with very limited success. No other major medical problems besides the insomnia were reported.]]> http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/the-case-of-insomnia-addressed-by-acupuncture-4593/feed 0 http://gancao.net/case-studies/eent/the-acupuncture-and-herbal-treatment-of-stomatitis-and-conjunctivitis-4522 http://gancao.net/case-studies/eent/the-acupuncture-and-herbal-treatment-of-stomatitis-and-conjunctivitis-4522#comments Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:49:00 +0000 al http://gancao.net/?p=4522 Chief-complaint: Sores in the mouth and tongue, swollen, tender and bleeding gums, painful red eyes Western-diagnosis: Stomatitis and Conjunctivitis Medical-history: 38 year old male. Generally very stressed, works long hours, eats junk food almost every day and is always feeling hungry. Has some abdominal discomfort after eating. Usually very thirsty but can't drink a lot of liquid. Has an odd sleep routine. Is usually constipated and has occasional burning of urine.]]> http://gancao.net/case-studies/eent/the-acupuncture-and-herbal-treatment-of-stomatitis-and-conjunctivitis-4522/feed 2 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/the-oriental-medicine-treatment-of-tension-headaches-4485 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/the-oriental-medicine-treatment-of-tension-headaches-4485#comments Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:55:12 +0000 al http://gancao.net/?p=4485 Chief-complaint: Chronic Headaches Western-diagnosis: Medical-history: 54 year old female. Daily Headaches mainly tension-type occasional migraines with nausea. Symptoms: tight neck and shoulders, tight-band sensation around the head, constipation, nightsweats, hot flashes, low libido Pulse: thin/thready Tongue: textbook yin-deficiency presentation: red body with no coating ]]> http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/the-oriental-medicine-treatment-of-tension-headaches-4485/feed 0 http://gancao.net/case-studies/digestive/crohns-disease-2314 http://gancao.net/case-studies/digestive/crohns-disease-2314#comments Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:35:12 +0000 al http://gancao.net/?p=2314 Chief Complaint: Crohn's disease. Medical History: Crohn's disease first diagnosed twenty years previous to first visit (patient 52 years old). Soon after a right hemi-colectomy was carried out, and about 40cm of Small Intestine including appendix and ileal sphincter was removed. About 16 years of relative health followed, after which disease progressed to include ulceration in the colon. Prognosis was for a permanent stoma, and the aim of treatment was literally to see if any improvement could be gained. At time of first consultation, patient was suffering from frequent sudden senses of pain and distension, followed by immediate need to evacuate bowels. This occurred 6-7 times a day, and included bleeding]]> http://gancao.net/case-studies/digestive/crohns-disease-2314/feed 0 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/reflex-sympathetic-dystrophy-2316 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/reflex-sympathetic-dystrophy-2316#comments Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:35:12 +0000 al http://gancao.net/?p=2316 Chief Complaint: Pain, constipation Western Diagnosis: Total Body Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Medical History: 46 year old, very active and successful, sportive white male, developed RSD after a de Quervain's tendonitis from overusing his hand, doing repetitive movements. 4 weeks later his whole right hand was hurting, burning, sensitive to touch and AC, and turning blue. A stellate ganglion block revealed that he had developed RSD. Two month later he developed mirror image symptoms in his left hand, later in his feet. 1 years later he had total body RSD. Causing him excruciating pain, muscle twitches, difficulty in urination, constipation, depression, insomnia, poor memory, nightly hiccups, spontaneous localized sweating in the effected extremities, lethargy, skin sensitivity, hot flashes, migraines. The patient received during a period of 2 years 150 nerve blocks, and is on many medications (analgesics, anti-spasmodics, anti-depressants, tranquilizers, etc.) He still tries to stay active, since inactivity increases his symptoms. he can not use his hands very often, but can walk and swim. Good dietary habits, since red meet, alcohol and sugar make his pain worse. Patient is disabled.]]> http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/reflex-sympathetic-dystrophy-2316/feed 0 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/menieres-disease-2319 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/menieres-disease-2319#comments Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:35:12 +0000 al http://gancao.net/?p=2319 Chief Complaint: Dizziness Western Diagnosis: Meniere's Disease Medical History: 54 yo male with 15 year history of Meniere's disease. Vertigo, tinnitus and hearing loss, vomiting when severe. Tried diuretics, salt restriction, conventional medications, all without benefit. Questioning exam: Had not tried alternative methods. Has had recurrent severe episodes with increased severity. (Always has the basic symptoms, however).The frequency of severe attacks has steadily increased, from 1 per year to 6 this summer.Heat exacerbates the symptoms. He also has a feeling of fullness in his ears.]]> http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/menieres-disease-2319/feed 0 http://gancao.net/case-studies/well-being/facial-flushing-2321 http://gancao.net/case-studies/well-being/facial-flushing-2321#comments Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:35:12 +0000 al http://gancao.net/?p=2321 Chief Complaint: Facial Flushing Western Diagnosis: Hot Flashes Medical History: This patient, (a male), complains of hot facial flushing. This patient complains of blurred vision which is worse when he is tired. He states that he is irritable, is easily disturbed by situations, and is easily frustrated. He states that he has a dry mouth, dry lips, and dry skin. He states that he has palpitations. He has perspiration on his palms and soles, He complains of not having time to exercise or time for recreational activities, He also states that he feels moody, and occasionally has a sinking feeling from his heart. The flushing is located on both cheeks and lower portions of his ears. The flushing is intermittent, it feels hot to the patient, and is warm to the touch. No other treatment or medication has been taken. This patient does not smoke, use drugs or drink alcohol. His diet consists of "fast foods" and sometimes he skips breakfast. His blood pressure is 120/90. His pulse is 66BPM.]]> http://gancao.net/case-studies/well-being/facial-flushing-2321/feed 0 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/bells-palsy-2-2323 http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/bells-palsy-2-2323#comments Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:35:11 +0000 al http://gancao.net/?p=2323 Chief Complaint: Facial Paralysis Western Diagnosis: Bell's Palsy Medical History: This 46 yr old female patient came to me with a recent case of Bell's Palsy.(2 days). Complained of chronic low back pain, headaches, and a feeling of weakness for the last 3 months. Tried to eat conscientiousness but often had little to no appetite. too tired to work out because work schedule was too intense.Complained of being cold easily. Questioning exam: Upon further questioning we discerned that she had much stress with her job. When asked if she felt that she had "support" in her life she admitted that that was precisely her personal complaint. (Low back pain can sometimes be an indication that the patient feels that he/she is unsupported).]]> http://gancao.net/case-studies/neurological/bells-palsy-2-2323/feed 0