Diseases Effectively Treated by Integrating TCM and Western Medicine
Early-stage chronic rheumatoid arthritis responds well to TCM treatment, effectively preventing relapses. Steroidal hormones are difficult to take continuously for long periods. Using TCM to control the condition allows patients to avoid continuous steroid use.In early-stage diabetes, combining TCM with dietary and exercise therapy yields excellent results. For more developed cases, adding TCM treatment helps relieve symptoms and prevent recurrence.Chronic bronchial asthma and bronchiectasis become easier to manage when TCM is combined with antibiotics. Intermittent use of antibiotics alongside TCM therapy can be effective.Late-stage chronic nephritis and nephrotic syndrome are difficult to treat, but integrative TCM and Western medicine treatment shows better outcomes than pure Western medicine.After stroke-induced hemiplegia, certain TCM herbs promoting blood circulation can help prevent recurrence and alleviate paralysis.