Dampness, which has also received more and more attention in modern medicine in recent years. As a doctor who has been engaged in clinical work in a tertiary hospital for many years, I have noticed that "excessive moisture" has become the self-diagnosis of many patients, especially those over 30 years old. Therefore, this article aims to analyze this phenomenon from the perspective of modern medicine and provide professional and reliable medical guidance.
First of all, it is important to note that "dampness" is not a standard modern medical term, but it is associated with a number of medical conditions. In traditional Chinese medicine theory, excessive dampness usually refers to excessive dampness in the body, which is manifested by symptoms such as heaviness, drowsiness, and indigestion. In modern medicine, these symptoms may correspond to conditions such as edema, metabolic disorders, or endocrine disorders.
In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the so-called "excessive dampness" refers to the excessive dampness in the human body, which affects the normal physiological function. Dampness is one of the "six evils" in traditional Chinese medicine, and it is believed to be one of the external evils that cause disease. In traditional Chinese medicine theory, excessive dampness is often closely related to spleen function, as the spleen is mainly responsible for digestion and water metabolism in traditional Chinese medicine.
The main movement of the spleen refers to the functions of the spleen, including transporting and transforming water and moisture, as well as digesting and absorbing nutrients produced by food. When the spleen is dysfunctional, it may lead to stagnation of water and dampness, forming dampness. When dampness accumulates in the body, symptoms such as heaviness, drowsiness, indigestion, and swelling of the limbs will appear, all of which are manifestations of excessive dampness.
From the perspective of modern medicine, these symptoms may be associated with a variety of diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, and thyroid dysfunction. For example, the slowing down of metabolism caused by hypothyroidism may be explained in TCM theory as a result of insufficient spleen function, which leads to the accumulation of dampness in the body.
In the case of excessive dampness, TCM** usually adopts the method of strengthening the spleen and promoting dampness. This includes medications** and dietary conditioning. In terms of medicines, commonly used traditional Chinese medicines such as Poria cocos, Coix seed, Atractylodes macrocephalus, etc., are conducive to strengthening the spleen and promoting dampness. In terms of dietary conditioning, it is recommended to eat less greasy, cold, and glutinous foods, and eat more foods that are easy to digest and conducive to strengthening the spleen and dampness, such as millet, red adzuki beans, lotus seeds, etc.
For people over the age of 30, due to the gradual aging of body functions, metabolism naturally declines, so it is more likely to show signs of "excessive moisture". Clinically, we usually use blood tests, urinalysis and imaging tests to comprehensively assess the patient's health. For example, blood chemistry tests can assess kidney and liver function to help diagnose metabolic abnormalities or endocrine disorders.
For this population, it is recommended to first make lifestyle changes, including eating a healthy diet, exercising moderately, and getting enough sleep. Limit foods high in salt, fat and sugar and increase your intake of vegetables and fruits. Moderate aerobic exercise, such as brisk walking, swimming, or cycling, has a positive effect on improving the body's metabolism and enhancing cardiorespiratory fitness. At the same time, it is also important to get enough sleep, and adults should get 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night.
In addition, medications may be required for certain conditions**. For example, hypothyroidism can be achieved by synthesizing thyroid hormones such as levothyroxine. People with obesity may need lipid-lowering drugs or glucose-lowering drugs to control their weight and blood sugar levels.
It is worth mentioning that the combination of traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine is becoming more and more recognized. Traditional Chinese medicine herbs have their unique advantages in adjusting physical fitness and improving symptoms. However, when using traditional Chinese medicine, it still needs to be carried out under the guidance of a professional physician to avoid adverse drug interactions with Western medicine.
In summary, the concept of "excessive dampness" in TCM has similarities with certain disease manifestations in modern medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine treats this symptom by strengthening the spleen and dampness, while modern medicine may deal with it by regulating endocrine and metabolism. Both methods, although in different ways, are aimed at restoring balance and health to the human body. For people over 30 years old, adjusting lifestyle and eating habits is an effective way to prevent and ** the symptoms of "excessive moisture". At the same time, it should be combined with modern medical examination to prescribe the right medicine and comprehensive treatment to achieve better health results.