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1.
Overview and Causes|
It is a disorder
in which an underactive thyroid gland produces too little thyroid
hormones, or there is a deficiency of TSH (thyroid - timulating
hormone) from the pituitary (a small but very important hormone
producing gland in the brain). |
2. Symptoms|
a. The
patient feels cold, fatigued, depressed, over weight, and subject
to recurrent infections and exhibits puffiness of the hands and
face. |
3. TCM Effectiveness
and Evaluation
4.
Common Syndromes and Treatments in TCM
This ailment, according to TCM,
has different syndromes. The treatment for these syndromes using herbal
medicine and acupuncture is shown below.
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(a) Qigong and other therapies
For effect of Qigong on the Nervous System Function, click here. Generally speaking, Qigong is good for healing effect of this specific ailment, however individual results may vary. It improves the flow of the qi and the circulation of the blood, so you'll experience more energy, but, you won't see/ feel any immediate effects, as with many exercises and therapies, it takes a few weeks or even months of practice before you'll see any significant improvements. The following types of Qigong may help:
For the information of different types of Qigong ,just click a link above. This information is for education purpose only. We strongly advise you seek a licensed Qigong master to learn the correct ways to conduct these exercises before attempting them. (b) Medicated diet 1) Seaweed 60g, Beans 100g, Pork 2 pounds, 3 liters of water. Cook them as the soup for a week supply; Take it once a day. (c) Life style 1. Take more seaweed, kelp and sea fish. 2. The daily exercise can improve the blood circulation for the whole body and the thyroid gland. 3. Avoid mental stress and overstrain. Return to Top Acknowledgments: We also greatly acknowedge Ms. Najaf Munir, MBBS, for her editorial support. Ms. Munir simplified the highly technical medical documents into easy-to-read documents, for the enjoyment and education of our numerous visitors. |
5. Healing by
Other Therapies
