Q What herbal medicines are primarily prescribed for autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Is there a specific prescription tailored to my symptoms?
A Representative prescriptions include Chaihogayonggolmoryeotang, used for palpitations and anxiety; Gyeobitang, used for a combination of digestion, sleep, and fatigue; and the Gamisoyosan series, used for hot flashes, sweating, and menopausal symptoms. Since adjustments are made based on differential diagnosis, the prescription may vary even for the same autonomic nervous system dysfunction.
Detailed Answer
Herbal medicine to soothe anxiety and palpitations: Liver Qi Stagnation + Heart and Gallbladder Deficiency (anxiety, panic, and palpitations pattern). Herbal medicine to nourish both the mind and the spleen/stomach: Heart and Spleen Yang Deficiency (a pattern of weak digestion, fatigue, and insomnia). Herbal medicine to relieve stuffiness by improving Qi circulation: Liver Qi Stagnation + Blood Deficiency (hot flashes, cold sweats, irritability, and menopause). Herbal medicine to nourish kidney energy: Kidney Yin Deficiency (coldness in the lower body + imbalance of upper body heat). In addition to this, prescriptions are adjusted individually based on the results of pulse and abdominal palpation.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Prescriptions are determined by analyzing patterns of bodily imbalance rather than a list of symptoms. Even for the same palpitations, the approach differs depending on whether it is a deficiency or excess syndrome, and which organ is central. We will fully explain the reasons for the prescription after the initial consultation evaluation.
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