As a treasure of Chinese civilization, traditional Chinese medicine has brought hope and health to countless patients throughout history. However, with the development of modern medical technology and the deepening of people's understanding of drugs, we have to face up to the fact that long-term use of Chinese medicine may also bring about a series of physical reactions.
Long-lasting intake of traditional Chinese medicine and the body's feedback effect
Abnormal liver and kidney function
The components of traditional Chinese medicine are complex and diverse, and some of them may cause additional metabolic load to the liver and kidneys during the body's metabolism. Long-term use of large amounts of certain traditional Chinese medicines, such as herbs containing aristolochic acid and high amounts of oxalic acid, may lead to abnormal liver and kidney function indicators, such as increased aminotransferases and creatinine. Therefore, patients who have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for a long time should have regular liver and kidney function tests, and once abnormalities are found, they should stop taking the medicine and seek medical attention in time.
Digestive discomfort
Certain specific ingredients in TCM may induce adverse reactions of the gastrointestinal system, such as stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea or constipation, and these issues should be given sufficient attention. If these symptoms persist, it may be that certain components of the Chinese medicine have a toxic effect on the digestive system. Patients need to dynamically adjust the drug dosage or choose a more suitable drug according to the condition, and at the same time, they should strictly control the safety of their diet and pay attention to hygiene management.
Skin sensitivity: a sign of skin discomfort triggered by an abnormally active immune system.
When certain people come into contact with specific ingredients in TCM, it may trigger an allergic reaction, with symptoms including increased itchy skin, visible rashes, and skin peeling. An allergic reaction can be a direct reaction to the ingredients of the drug, or it can be a toxic reaction caused by too much accumulation of the drug in the body. If an allergic reaction appears, stop taking the drug immediately and seek medical diagnosis, and if symptoms are severe, anti-allergy treatment must be started promptly.
Neurological symptoms
After long-term ingestion of TCM, some people may face neurological discomfort, including lightheadedness, unbearable headaches, and sleep disturbances. This may be related to the stimulation of the nervous system by certain components in TCM, or it may be a toxic reaction caused by the excessive accumulation of the drug in the body. Patients should stop the drug in time and seek medical examination, and if necessary, neurological examination and treatment.
Immune system dysregulation
After drinking Chinese medicine for a long time, some people may experience abnormal symptoms of the immune system such as decreased immunity and susceptibility to infection. This may be due to the suppressive or potentially damaging effects of certain components in TCM on the immune system. Patients should stop the drug and see a doctor to check the function of the immune system and, if necessary, immunotherapy. At the same time, pay attention to strengthening exercise and diet to improve immunity.
Endocrine disorders
Rare ingredients in traditional Chinese medicine, such as Shou Wu, Angelica sinensis and Goji berries, have shown subtle harmonizing power on the body's endocrine system. However, prolonged, excessive or improper consumption of these herbs may disrupt the endocrine balance, causing menstrual disorders, abnormal breast hyperplasia and other problems. Patients should adjust their prescriptions under the guidance of their doctors, avoid using traditional Chinese medicines containing hormone ingredients, and pay attention to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
3. Unique insights and forward-looking suggestions
3. Unique insights and forward-looking suggestions
Patients should have an in-depth understanding of the properties, efficacy and side effects of each herb before purchasing and using it. This is especially true for patients who have been taking Chinese medicine for a long time. Only by deeply grasping the properties of drugs can we more effectively avoid potential risks.
Personalized TCM dispensing strategy plan
Through the precision treatment strategy, the personalized TCM dispensing strategy plan can not only highlight the exclusive efficacy of TCM, but also reduce unnecessary adverse drug reactions.
Through the precision treatment strategy, it can not only highlight the exclusive efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine, but also reduce unnecessary adverse drug reactions.
In view of the complexity and diversity of traditional Chinese medicines, clinical research and supervision should be strengthened. Through scientific research methods, the pharmacological effects, mechanism of action and potential risks of traditional Chinese medicine are clarified, so as to provide strong support for clinical use.
To disseminate knowledge and skills in the scientific use of Chinese medicine
With the help of the media, the Internet and other platforms, widely disseminate the knowledge of the scientific use of Chinese medicine, and deepen the public's awareness and understanding of Chinese medicine. At the same time, we will deepen the comprehensive training of doctors' knowledge of Chinese medicine, so as to strengthen their professional skills and comprehensive literacy in clinical application.
Although long-term use of traditional Chinese medicine can bring certain curative effects to patients, it may also bring a series of physical reactions. Patients should carefully observe the changes in their physical status, and if they notice any signs of abnormality, they should immediately stop taking the medication and seek diagnosis and examination from a medical professional. At the same time, doctors should also strengthen the clinical research and supervision of traditional Chinese medicine to provide patients with safer and more effective treatment options. Through our joint efforts, we firmly believe that Chinese medicine will play a more important role in the future and contribute more significantly to the cause of human health.
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