Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disease characterised by oligomenorrhea or anovulation, hyperandrogenism (manifested by menstrual disorders, hirsutism, acne, etc.) and insulin resistance (manifested by elevated insulin). It is a common endocrine disease of reproductive-age women, accounting for about 9% to 18% of all women in this age group. The cause of polycystic ovarian syndrome is […]
Author Archives: Zheng Han
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Jun
Jun
Strokes can be caused by many things, from clots in the brain to ruptured blood vessels. A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted. This can cause damage to the brain tissue and lead to paralysis or other disabilities. Stroke recovery will vary from person to person, but one thing all survivors […]
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May
May
Male infertility refers to a sexually mature male’s inability to impregnate a fertile female. In humans it accounts for 40–50% of infertility. Male infertility can be caused by low sperm production, abnormal sperm function or blockages that prevent the delivery of sperm. Chinese medicine approaches to Male Infertility In China, Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has been […]
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May
May
The menopause is a natural part of ageing that usually occurs between 45 and 55 years of age, as a woman’s oestrogen levels decline. In the UK, the average age for a woman to reach the menopause is 51. But around 1 in 100 women experience the menopause before 40 years of age. Even though peri-menopause […]
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Apr
Apr
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is a holistic and comprehensive system of health that views the body in accordance with nature. It puts the utmost importance on lifestyle choices and nutrition, and if these fail to bring the body into balance then it is time to look into herbs and acupuncture. In TCM there is no […]
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Apr
Apr
Facial rejuvenation acupuncture is the reportedly safer alternative to surgery or Botox. This cosmetic treatment is an extension of traditional acupuncture. It’s said to naturally help make the skin look younger, smoother, and all-around healthier. And unlike injection procedures, facial acupuncture addresses not only signs of ageing, but also the skin’s overall health. The main […]